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LS polls like Mahabharata war, choice between ‘dynasty & development’ alliance, says Amit Shah 

At BJP’s national convention, Shah pits BJP against ‘family-based parties’ in INDIA bloc. Resolution singles out Congress, says its downfall ‘certain’. 

‘Heralds Ram Rajya for 1,000 yrs, new kalachakra’ — BJP resolution praises Modi for pran pratishtha

Calling temple consecration 'beginning of the journey back to a great India', resolution moved by BJP national president J.P. Nadda thanks Prime Minister Narendra Modi for leadership

Taking aim at Congress & INDIA bloc, Shah proposes 2nd resolution at BJP national meet

Seven-page proposal launches barrage of attacks at Congress, also slams other opposition parties over issues ranging from 'jungle rule' by RJD in Bihar to Sandeshkhali unrest.

Ayodhya temple consecration ushered in a new era, says BJP chief Nadda

His remarks come as he addresses the BJP national convention ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

‘Important to preserve diversity’ — why DMK is pressing for state autonomy ahead of Lok Sabha polls

Chennai: With resolutions against delimitation and “one nation, one election”, meetings across parliamentary constituencies against “fascism”, and protests over Tamil Nadu “not getting its...

‘Should release scorecard’ — RJD miffed as Nitish orders review of ex-deputy Tejashwi’s decisions

In letter dated 16 Feb, additional secretary ordered review of decisions taken by Tejashwi Yadav & 2 RJD leaders who were ministers in Mahagathbandhan govt led by Nitish Kumar.

Rajiv Gandhi or Telangana thalli? Congress & BRS spar over whose statue will grace secretariat

Parties are also arguing over Telangana thalli’s look, with Congress saying she should represent working-class woman. BRS’ goddess statue has a gold crown, jewellery & glowing saree.

MBA, reluctant politician & Tejashwi’s billiards partner — who is RJD’s Rajya Sabha pick Sanjay Yadav

From changing party’s perception & convincing Tejashwi to go all out with promise of 10 lakh govt jobs, Sanjay Yadav has over the years risen to position of number 2 within the RJD.

Congress expects runaway win in lone Himachal RS seat. But BJP pick has party on edge

BJP candidate Harsh Mahajan is up against Congress’ Abhishek Manu Singhvi. While Congress has majority of MLAs, several legislators are said to be aggrieved with state government.

From Adarsh society to cooperatives scams: Why Maharashtra is BJP’s biggest ‘laundromat’

Since 2019, at least 6 major leaders have moved to BJP in Maharashtra in light of corruption allegations against them or family. At least seven others have become BJP allies.

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The Social Stock Exchange is India’s answer to inequality

Making the Social Stock Exchange succeed is not optional; it is a dharmic obligation to the millions of Indians whose lives remain outside the reach of ordinary markets.

India’s online gaming rules to take effect on 1 May; most games exempt from registration

The rules, which come into force on 1 May, establish an Online Gaming Authority which will determine whether a game is an online money game or online social game in only three situations.

Japan overhauls post-World War II pacifist military approach, lifts restrictions on defence exports

Since October last year, Japan PM Sanae Takaichi has planned to increase defence spending target to 2 percent of GDP.

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.