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‘Lobby behind Naveen Patnaik’s failing health,’ charges Modi. ‘Call me,’ retorts Odisha CM

‘Friends’ till March this year, Modi and Patnaik became sharply critical of each other after a seat-sharing deal between BJP and BJD fell through.

Telangana CM faces heat for roping in Oscar-winning Andhra music composer Keeravani for state anthem

BRS & Telangana Cine Musicians Association question Revanth Reddy's decision to recruit MM Keeravani of 'RRR' fame to recompose anthem & urged him to 'encourage Telangana talent' instead.

After ED, CBI files chargesheet against suspended TMC strongman Sheikh Shahjahan

ED last week filed prosecution complaint bringing money laundering charges under PMLA against Shahjahan. CBI Monday filed chargesheet against him for January attack on officers.

Crusade against drugs, not ‘Khalistan’, draws crowds to Amritpal’s proxy campaign in Khadoor Sahib

Amritpal's 10-point manifesto include end of drug culture & extortions, justice in sacrilege cases, struggle for release of Bandi Singhs. His parents are campaigning on his behalf.

Modi to meditate at Kanyakumari’s Vivekananda landmark after LS poll campaign closes 30 May

He will pray at Swami Vivekananda Memorial Rock where 19th century reformer undertook similar exercise & envisioned enlightened ‘Bharat Mata’.

Ex-Punjab CM Channi to do ‘MA in economics’, learn how to balance freebies & economic growth

Congress candidate from Jalandhar, Charanjit Singh Channi says he wants to better understand Punjab’s economy, criticises Modi’s visits & CM Mann’s governance.

Hemant’s arrest, Kalpana’s rallies & Modi magic — how poll campaign is playing out in tribal Rajmahal

The seat, considered JMM bastion, remained with the party despite Modi wave in 2014 & 2019. But BJP is doing everything it can to wrest the seat this time.

Bengal will be best-performing state for us, Trinamool frustrated, says Modi

In 2019, the BJP made strong inroads in TMC strongholds, and won 18 seats – coming a close second to the ruling party which won 22.

Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal under siege from within as ministers & BJP leaders raise lapses in governance

State ministers have written to the CM raising concerns over unscheduled power cuts & water scarcity during a heatwave. Insiders say many are trying to showcase CM's 'inexperience'.

Kejriwal moves plea in SC seeking 7-day extension of interim bail for medical tests

Decision was taken following home consultation by senior physician from Max Hospitals, says AAP insider. Party had sounded alarm bells even while Delhi CM was in jail.

On Camera

Abusing industrialists has become the be-all and end-all of Indian labour leaders’ role: Ambedkar

In September 1943, Dr B R Ambedkar delivered a speech at a trade union workers’ study camp in Delhi, reflecting on parliamentary democracy, trade unionism, and the labouring classes.

Recovery of energy flows will be ‘gradual rather than immediate’ as Hormuz re-opens post ceasefire

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears, but controlled shipping, slow output recovery, and high costs may delay oil flow normalisation for months.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.