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Explained: 2010 mining case verdict that dragged in ex-CJI Balakrishnan & BJP’s Sriramulu

The purported sting operation showed BJP candidate Sriramulu trying to facilitate a deal with a relative of then CJI Balakrishnan on behalf of Reddys.

Five factors that will decide who wins the battle for Karnataka

From Siddaramaiah’s sub-nationalism to BJP’s Hindutva gambit, these five factors will decide whether Congress will retain its biggest state or BJP will return to power in the...

Hate attack feared as Kashmiri family ‘assaulted by neighbours’ in south Delhi

According to the complainants, the three sisters were out for a stroll at night in their locality, Siddharth Extension, in Maharani Bagh when ‘a mob of around 30-35 people’ charged at them.

What Indian voters buy with ‘bribes’ just before elections: Booze, good food & clothes

The IIM-Bengaluru and University of Kent study looked at consumption patterns of households in major states before & after elections and found a spike in the expenditure on some key items ahead of the vote.

Sting ops, sleaze and phone tapping: How Punjab bypoll is turning into a high-voltage drama

Although a triangular contest, the Shahkot by-election has become a direct and dirty clash between Congress govt on one side and a local cop on the other.

The seven-step Narendra Modi playbook for election campaigning

The narrative of Modi’s campaigns across many states has been similar, as have the different stages that every campaign seems to include.

Cong releases video alleging corruption by BJP’s Sriramulu, drags in ex-CJI Balakrishnan

BJP chief Amit Shah calls the video ‘fake’, Balakrishnan denies alleged Rs 160 crore deal with Reddy brothers for favourable judgment in 2010.

Yes, Congressmen Nehru, Malviya did meet Bhagat Singh, others in jail

Nehru even piloted a resolution in Congress session expressing admiration for Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and Rajguru, and slamming their execution as an act of ‘wanton vengeance’.

AAP says Arvind Kejriwal nephew’s arrest ‘maligning’, anti-corruption unit says it’s not

AAP's Delhi unit chief spokesperson Saurabh Bharadwaj said the arrest was an attempt to malign the chief minister's image and harass his relatives.

Have already invited PM Modi for my oath ceremony as CM: Yeddyurappa

Yeddyurappa, a fiery leader believed to be the source of the Lingayats’ support for the BJP, has been criss-crossing the state to campaign for the party.

On Camera

Asha Bhosle’s last album was with British band Gorillaz. She was a trailblazer

Asha Bhosle showcased her versatility in 2006, when she collaborated with Australian cricketer Brett Lee on ‘You’re the One for Me’ for the ICC Champions Trophy.

Govt extends EV subsidies, nudges auto-makers to adopt cleaner fuel amid energy supply crisis

Centre says LPG supply stable despite pressure. Steps up efforts to ensure fuel security as Hormuz disruptions amid West Asia tensions upend global trade.

Brigadier & son assaulted in South Delhi for objecting to public drinking. No FIR yet, Army seeks action

Army has written to Delhi Police seeking action against the accused involved in the Friday night episode.

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.