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Why JMM’s politics over Jharkhand domicile policy has BJP in a fix

A domicile policy with 1932 as cut-off year has been a sensitive issue. Party maintains ambiguity to avoid polarisation of tribals & to keep its base of non-tribal voters intact.

‘Need to work with believers.’ CPI(M) draft political manifesto recognises growing religiosity in society

To differentiate itself from other non-BJP parties, draft resolution states that it's imperative that CPI(M) go back to emphasising socialism as an ideological goal.

“Fake promises, narratives on Constitution won’t work”: Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde attacks Congress

Mumbai (Maharashtra) , November 7 (ANI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, questioning the sincerity...

Silent on Article 370, Omar govt resolution on J&K special status gets Congress, AAP support

NC's move seen as part of balancing act as it seeks to avoid confrontation with Centre right after assuming office, while also taking care not to let down its core constituency.

Vijay plans padayatra across Tamil Nadu in early 2025 as party TVK lays groundwork for poll debut

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam spokesperson says it will contest 2026 polls from all 234 seats & become ‘single largest party’, but leaves open possibility of alliance with AIADMK.

Congress embroiled in ‘royal’ drama in Maharashtra’s Kolhapur after candidate’s last-minute withdrawal

Madhurimaraje Chhatrapati, member of Kolhapur’s royal family, withdrew her nomination for the elections, taking district unit party chief Satej Patil by surprise.

Rahul Gandhi moves the needle, Congress to follow through with bid to dispel ‘anti-business’ image

In opinion piece carried by multiple dailies, LoP Rahul Gandhi acknowledged gap in his approach in calling out business monopolies. Congress insiders see it as a ‘key shift’.

Actor Kasthuri booked for ‘promoting hatred’ with her remarks against Telugu-speaking people in TN

Kasthuri Shankar had made the remarks at a rally against alleged persecution of Brahmins. She later clarified on X that her words had been taken out of context, and issued an apology.

Yogi govt issues new appointment rules for UP DGP, removing Centre’s dominant role in process

According to new guidelines, committee headed by retired high court judge will decide UP’s new police chief; state govt need not send list of candidates to UPSC.

Anil Vij alleges conspiracy to kill him during Haryana polls, says admin tried to ensure his defeat

There were not enough police personnel to prevent attacks on him or his workers at 2 campaign events, says energy, transport & labour minister Anil Vij.

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FTA partners drive India’s trade surge as reliance on non-FTA countries dips, says NITI Aayog report

Share of trade with FTA partners rose from 4.6% in 2006 to 28.8% in 2024. India is currently negotiating or advancing agreements with US, Israel, GCC, Canada & Mexico.

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.