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In Kerala, Rahul says upcoming polls a contest between UDF & ‘LDF-BJP combo’—’Modi controls CM Vijayan’

At a rally in Pathanamthitta, the MP alleged that LDF govt in Kerala is controlled by BJP in Centre, adding that Centre has filed no case against CM as he does not fight against BJP.

Kerala polls: PM Modi calls Thrissur roadshow ‘memorable’

On Sunday, he launched a sharp attack on LDF & UDF, accusing them of 'looting' the state for decades and allegedly sharing the spoils.

Kerala: CPI(M) facing novel issues but no crisis, says KK Shailaja on rebels. ‘Party not sidelining me’

In interview with ThePrint, Kerala’s ex-health minister, who is contesting assembly polls from Peravoor, speaks about her party, ‘brave’ CM Vijayan & Congress’s ‘cheap propaganda’.

Congress ramps up poll campaign in Kerala, Rahul set to address series of public meetings today

Gandhi's campaign is expected to highlight the UDF's ‘guarantee card’ promises, targeting key constituencies and minority communities.

With promises to Gurjars & ‘broader message’ to farmers, Akhilesh off to an early start for UP campaign

SP rally in Dadri comes about 10 months before polls. Party looking to strengthen base in western UP, where it has traditionally been weak, & to recover ground after RLD's switch to NDA.

Only 6 of 68 RS seats where BJP lacked numbers in 10 yrs, 2nd in BJP state—why Congress’ Haryana win is rare

The last time, Ahmed Patel pulled it off in Gujarat in 2017 despite defections and cross-voting in favour of BJP. It was seen as a battle between two titans, Amit Shah and Ahmed Patel.

In poll-bound Kerala, Congress’ candidate list has Chennithala loyalists smarting

From Vazhakkan’s exclusion to a string of ticket snubs, Chennithala’s loyalists blame weak backing and contrasts it with Chandy’s assertive style.

People won’t be able to eat meat, eggs if BJP comes to power in West Bengal, says Mamata Banerjee

Banerjee launched a scathing attack on the opposition party ahead of upcoming polls, alleging it gains power by ‘inciting riots’.

Kutch’s first ‘ghorad’ chick born in 10 yrs, Jairam Ramesh slams Centre for taking all the credit

Citing a letter to then Gujarat CM Modi, the former Union Environment minister says he had suggested the conservation & revival of the rare Great Indian Bustard in 2010.

TVK chief Vijay jumps into fray from Perambur, Trichy East; tells Gen-Z, ‘Your duty to vote for whistle’

Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is going solo in its electoral debut. The party has fielded key functionaries in what is shaping up as a three-cornered fight in Tamil Nadu.

On Camera

India must reduce its dependence on fertiliser imports before it’s too late

What worsens India’s dependence on fertiliser imports is not merely the volume of imports, but the inefficiency with which the country utilises them.

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson steps down amid turbulent times, to remain till successor is announced

Development comes days after Air India’s biggest rival IndiGo hired aviation industry veteran Willie Walsh as its next CEO replacing Peter Elbers.

UAE walks away from financing Rafale F5 due to restricted access to technology, reports French media

French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.

China insulated itself against energy shocks. India is ‘all talk, no walk’

China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.