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Topic2024 elections

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The hashtag hustle: The ‘X’-fication of political discourse

Indian elections seems more driven by memes, hashtags, and digital outrage wars on X than rallies and manifestos.

‘Congress lost Lok Sabha due to voter list manipulation’—Rahul cites ‘bulletproof evidence’

On ECI’s response to his claims, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition said, ‘What I say to the people is my word. Take it as an oath. This is Election Commission data’.

Day after BJP MP’s warning, Meta apologises for Zuckerberg remark, calls it ‘inadvertent error’

The apology comes a day after BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, head of the Communications Committee, stated Meta must apologize for spreading disinformation.

Maharashtra, Jharkhand show Indian elections are like a tennis match: Karti Chidambaram

The future of Indian politics lies in the ability of political parties to adapt to state-specific dynamics and engage with the electorate in a deeper, more continuous way.

UK raises concerns over human rights violations in Sri Lanka

UK's statement at the 57th Human Rights Council reiterated need for the Sri Lankan govt to build a conducive environment for for meaningful reconciliations and transitional justice.

Internal combustion engine government & how to give taxpayers a run for their money

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

Haryana results can be a template for Rahul Gandhi to build New Congress

Deepender, Manish, Gaurav, Geniben, and Varsha and Vishal—the emergence of doughty fighters in the 2024 polls has created an opportunity for Rahul Gandhi to start afresh and rebuild the Congress by putting in the front the leaders who have shown how to fight the BJP.

Modi was set to lose 2024 like Vajpayee in 2004. Here’s what changed

If just 1 out of the 66 people watching the sarkari propaganda had changed their mind, the Supreme Leader would have been the Leader of Opposition today.

Why BJP could do with an unbreakable vow or two & the UP gangsta Yogi never saw coming

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

BJP’s task—win ally support on UCC, bring strong leader in Haryana, retain SS-NCP defectors

After the 2024 election results, Modi specifically mentioned the agenda of NDA and not of BJP, clearly indicating his acceptance of the reality of the dawn of coalition era in politics.

On Camera

The Yamuna River deserves more than a Sunday clean-up

Our ancient cities managed waste better than we do. A cleaner Yamuna begins with reviving that lost sense of shared responsibility.

India’s crude import bill jumps 46% to $90.6 billion in April-September as oil prices surge

Latest Monthly Ready Reckoner by Centre’s Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell shows the sharp increase is largely price-driven, rather than a result of any rise in quantity of crude purchased.

DRDO shortlists SSS Defence & Kalyani Group to develop indigenous aviation gun for Rudra, LCH helicopters

The project is part of India's broader push to indigenous critical weapon systems and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. 

Street fighter to 2029 challenger? Rahul Gandhi must answer 12 questions first

BJP followers are dismissive of Rahul. For them, he’s an object of derision. But Modi has always held the opposite view. He sees Rahul, and the Gandhis, as the only potential threat.