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Naidu asks ally BJP to ban Rs 500 notes, advocates for politics ‘without distribution of money’

Speaking at TDP’s Mahanadu at Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu also says all donations to party can now be made directly, digitally through phone-based bank transfers.

Oppn MPs making India’s case, ruling MPs at tourist spots—Congress changes tune, praises delegates

‘Oppn MPs have been more effective than the government in putting forward, in protecting the interests of India,’ says Congress’s Pawan Khera; BJP’s Nishikant Dubey responds with post on X.

BJP expels MLAs Somashekar, Hebbar but ‘Bombay Boys’ continue to stir trouble for Karnataka unit

Both Somashekar & Hebbar were among 17 MLAs whose defection led to fall of Kumaraswamy-led coalition govt. BJP later accommodated both as ministers in Yediyurappa, Bommai govts.

Khattar protégé, serial poll loser—BJP’s Jangra who said Pahalgam victims’ wives ‘lacked warrior spirit’

The RS MP Jangra sparked a row by saying that training under Agniveer scheme could've reduced casualties, claiming that the victims died with 'folded hands'.

Shah sharpens pitch for civic polls in Maharashtra—Balasaheb would’ve hugged Modi for Op Sindoor

Going by Amit Shah's speech at a rally in Nanded, BJP will likely campaign mainly on Operation Sindoor for local body polls, which will be like a mini assembly election.

As TDP gears up for convention on YSR turf, why all eyes are on Lokesh’s elevation as heir apparent

TDP leaders say Lokesh is already de facto working president with father Naidu deputing him to run most affairs. Now, he may formally get title of ‘working’ or ‘executive’ president.

In naming Gaurav Gogoi as its state chief, Congress rolls the dice in Himanta’s Assam

Sarma has launched near-daily tirade against Gaurav, alleging his wife has ties with Pak govt. Some Cong officer-bearers say Sarma's constant targeting is clear indicator of Gogoi's 'political relevance'.

Gang rape, poll rigging, bid to inject rival with HIV—litany of charges against Karnataka BJP MLA Munirathna

40-yr-old woman has accused Munirathna, aides of gang rape. BJP MLA from Rajarajeshwarinagar, who was earlier with the Congress, was arrested last year in another rape case.

BJP-led NDA outlines game plan at key meet—Op Sindoor, caste census, Emergency & best practices

Bottom line of conclave of NDA CMs, dy CMs was to outline strategy to capitalise on Op Sindoor and Centre’s endorsement of caste census to consolidate core voters, it is learnt.

‘Ignoring moral values ​​in personal life…’: RJD chief Lalu expels son Tej Pratap from ‘party & family’

This comes amid chatter over a now-deleted post from Tej Pratap's Facebook account that showed him and a woman with whom, the caption said, he has been 'in a relationship for 12 years'.

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The math behind India’s elections—Why proximity matters

It is one of the most consistent findings in electoral politics: voters are more likely to support candidates who come from their local area.

US ends oil waivers but Russian crude flows to India ‘likely to remain steady’ amid Hormuz disruption

India will need to recalibrate crude sourcing strategy as US ends waivers for Russian & Iranian oil, energy experts say. But Russian crude will likely remain central to energy basket.

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.

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.