BJP victory in several states, where it banked on more than just ‘Modi ki guarantee’, shows that it’s building post-Modi resilience, say party leaders and analysts.
The New York Times writes about what happens to ‘Idea of India’—ideal of political pluralism to match country’s diversity—now that BJP is dominating & smaller parties are dwindling.
With 3 big leaders in contention, an intense behind-the-scenes battle has unfolded through internal consultations, lobbying by rival camps, street demonstrations. Decision will be announced by Sunday.
BJP has to show exemplary performance in the states under its control, retain those that will go to polls next year, win new geographies, and aim for a stronger majority in 2029.
Rahul Gandhi has chosen to ally with regional parties that brought the Congress down to where it is today. Survival, not revival, seems to be the priority.
Times Now anchors celebrated the BJP victory in West Bengal with a Masala Mandate food stall in the studio. On live television, they proceeded to chomp on some jhalmuri.
Election Commission’s conduct of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal has been criticised by non-NDA parties who blame it for TMC’s loss to BJP in the state.
Bikaner House must explain taking down Raihan Vadra’s photos. ‘Too political’, ‘bad timing’ and ‘the exhibitor’s family’ are not grounds for restricting free expression under the Constitution.
Hosiery, knitwear & garment makers in 'Manchester of India' battle turbulence triggered by hike in raw material costs, geopolitical shocks and the China factor.
The weapons are being purchased through NATO’s PURL framework, which allows European allies to fund the purchase of American military supplies for Ukraine.
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.
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