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Why ruling DMK is on a poll strategist-hiring spree despite having its own firm PEN

Political commentators in Tamil Nadu argue that this strategy might backfire on DMK, as conflicting interests among multiple consultants could weaken their electoral strategy.

Axis My India, Today’s Chanakya exit polls predict BJP sweep in Delhi assembly elections

Axis My India predicted a vote share of 48% for BJP and its allies and a drop in AAP’s vote share from 53.57% in 2020 to 42% this time around.

On TTD barring non-Hindus from temple service, Owaisi cites waqf bill to slam Chandrababu’s ‘hypocrisy’

As BJP ally TDP supported temple board's move as well as amended waqf law, Owaisi asks, ‘if only Hindus should govern Hindu endowments, why the discrimination against Muslim waqfs?'

Oppn targets Modi govt over ‘inhuman’ treatment of deported Indians, questions PM’s ‘vishwaguru’ slogan

Some MPs asked why India didn't send its own aircraft to bring back Indians being deported. Proceedings of LS had to be adjourned as Opposition MPs demanded a discussion on the issue.

Uttarakhand UCC will make it easier for live-in couples to find houses: Implementation panel chief

State’s ex-chief secretary Shatrughan Singh asserts law has ‘no intention to look into bedroom’ and safeguards would ensure live-in couples from elsewhere came to Uttarakhand for safety. 

Telangana caste survey runs into rough weather with questions about count of Backward Classes

As key findings of 2014 and 2024 exercises vary, politicians and intellectuals from Backward Classes community are questioning their respective methodologies, execution and accuracy.

Exit polls predict BJP win in Delhi, AAP losing power after 10 yrs & another defeat for Congress

If the predictions in its favour hold, the BJP is set to dislodge the AAP and return to power in Delhi after a gap of 27 years. Counting of votes will take place on 8 February.

Anil Vij gets his way in bureaucratic reshuffle hrs after meeting with Haryana BJP chief

New officers appointed to Vij's transport & labour depts, also in his Ambala constituency; BJP leader Ashish Tayal, who allegedly worked against Vij, removed from party post.

BJP committed to RSS ideology, can’t forget the mother who gave birth, says Nitin Gadkari

Highways sector has taken a giant leap since 2014 after the NDA govt came to power & speed of progress has continued, says Union Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari.

1.4 cr warned, 32,077 challaned & booked in 7 yrs by UP’s anti-Romeo squads, BJP’s poll promise in Delhi

Uttar Pradesh’s 7-year run with ‘anti-Romeo’ squads has seen active enforcement, but allegations of harassment and privacy intrusion continue to spark criticism.

On Camera

Fuel shock hits Asia’s rice bowl as farmers cut planting

War-driven surge in fuel and fertilizer costs forces farmers across Southeast Asia to delay harvests, scale back sowing and risk lower output.

Iran’s Shahed vs US’s LUCAS—The drone arithmetic reshaping the West Asia war

From Kyiv to the Gulf, Iran’s Shahed rewrote the rules of aerial warfare. Now, the US has its own copy of the cheap drones, LUCAS.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.