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JPC all-states visit to begin from Maharashtra on May 17; to gather opinions on ‘One Nation, One Election’

New Delhi , April 22 (ANI): The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) all-state visit on 'One Nation, One Election' will begin from Maharashtra on May...

How bipolar political landscape allows DMK, AIADMK to keep allies from share in power pie

The question arose after Amit Shah declared on 11 April that NDA would form govt in Tamil Nadu in 2026. Five days later, AIADMK gen secy EPS said the alliance was only for the polls.

Rahul pushes Cong govts on Rohith Vemula law, even though Telangana Police closed suicide case last yr

Rahul Gandhi has written to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, as well as Karnataka & Himachal CMs 'to put a firm end' to discrimination. Police had closed the case saying Vemula was not a Dalit.

5 reasons Thackeray cousins Raj, Uddhav may bury hatchet, rally behind ‘Marathi manoos’ plank

Though there have been talks of reunion earlier, this time Uddhav has reacted positively towards Raj’s overtures. Raj had parted ways with Shiv Sena in 2005 to float MNS.

Allies turn rivals as JNU Left splits wide open ahead of deferred high-stakes student polls

In a shocking turn, JNU's Left faction sees bitter internal battles, with factions split over leadership, policy, and alliances, setting the stage for a fiercely contested student election.

Local body & assembly polls round the corner, LDF kickstarts month-long anniversary celebrations

From showcasing flagship projects to claims of Centre’s neglect, month-long anniversary events begin as Oppn accuses LDF govt in Kerala of ignoring ground realities ahead of polls.

Rahul calls EC ‘compromised’ at an event in US, BJP hits back over repeated ‘anti-India’ remarks abroad

The Leader of the Opposition in LS, Rahul is on a 3-day visit to the US. At the event in Boston, he also alleged there was 'something very wrong with the system'.

Why MDMK chief’s son Durai Vaiko walked back resignation as principal secretary in 24 hours

Durai had resigned, citing the presence of a person trying to “destroy” the party. A rift between him & deputy general secretary Mallai Sathya had been simmering for a while, it is learnt.

Why Akhilesh is doubling down after Rana Sanga row, sparked by his party MP’s remarks

Attack on Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman's house in Agra last month was part of a conspiracy to frighten PDA, says SP chief Akhilesh Yadav.

‘Muslim commissioner’: Hours after rap from Nadda, Nishikant targets ex-CEC for criticism of waqf law

This comes a day after BJP MP Nishikant Dubey sparked a massive controversy when he said the CJI was responsible for 'all the civil wars happening in the country'.

On Camera

Why language-based states make delimitation a political football

Increasing parliamentary seats for women doesn’t erode state powers; federalism is about the distribution of power, not just MP counts.

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.