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Convenor of INDIA bloc likely to be announced at next week’s Mumbai meeting; 27 parties to participate

New Delhi , August 25 (ANI): As many as 27 political parties will be participating in the next meeting of the Opposition Indian National...

Mann silent on his queries on govt functioning, Punjab governor fires off ‘President’s Rule’ warning

In four-page letter to CM, Governor Purohit says he has 'reason to believe there was failure of constitutional machinery in state', warns he'll write to President under Article 356.

To mollify disgruntled leaders, BJP top rung greenlights long-pending Shivraj cabinet expansion

Last cabinet expansion took place in July 2020 when 28 ministers, including a dozen Jyotiraditya Scindia loyalists, were inducted. Move comes at a time when polls are fast approaching.

Sharad Pawar denies split in NCP, affirms Ajit as party leader with ‘no question’

The party supremo clarified that some leaders have left the NCP by taking a 'different political stand', but it cannot be termed as a split.

Key to Mallah votes in Bihar, ‘hard-bargaining’ Mukesh Sahani is a tough nut to crack for BJP

Eye on caste votes, BJP is keen to rope in Vikassheel Insaan Party in NDA, but its chief Mukesh Sahani isn’t making it easy with his demands for Lok Sabha seats and reservation.

Amid Vedic chants & sea of supporters, Ajay Rai takes charge of UP Congress — ‘let’s make Rahul PM’

Rai’s first message to party workers was to strive to make Rahul Gandhi the prime minister in 2024, and he asked them to ‘spend every hour and day’ to achieve the goal.

What happened on 20 June 1947 & why Mamata’s called all-party meet to decide Bengal statehood day

Raj Bhavan observed 20 June as statehood day in line with home ministry circular. Ruling TMC wants it on Bengali new year day as 20 June is 'reminder of 1947 communal holocaust'.

Cauvery water dispute: Karnataka ‘to argue for distress formula’ in SC, push Centre on Mekedatu project

Following deficient rains this monsoon, Karnataka & Tamil Nadu are locked in a legal battle over allotment of Cauvery water, as farmers in both states demand ‘rightful’ share.

1,000 ‘yuvati sammelans’ in each assembly seat — BJP’s women outreach plan in poll-bound states

BJP has planned a massive outreach programme for women in election-bound states Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, & Chhattisgarh. In particular, the party wants to tap young voters.  

Dahi handi’s a political game in Maharashtra. Now, Oppn thinks Shinde govt is out to steal the pot

State govt has organised the Pro Govinda League which will see participation by groups from across Maharashtra. Opposition sees it as ruling govt's attempt to 'hijack' the political space.

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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.

Indian LNG importers accelerate spot market purchases as prices dip

The purchases mark a turnaround after Indian buyers had earlier limited spot buying and canceled tenders because offers were too expensive.

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.