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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
TopicCensus history

Topic: Census history

There’s no avoiding delimitation. Here’s 4 possible solutions that don’t ‘hurt’ the south

Sanjeev Chopra -
The BJP would have a tough time balancing the interests of all its units—which seek a foothold both in the centre and the states.

Where will migrant workers get counted in Census 2027—janmabhoomi or karmabhoomi?

Sanjeev Chopra -
This census will map both the numbers and the incomes of various caste groups. Thereby providing a basis for those who call to exclude the 'creamy layer' from SC/ST reservation.

Population panic and Bimaru fears locked India’s seats. Census 2027 will show reality

Sanjeev Chopra -
To understand why 1971 became the basis for India's constituencies, one has to revisit the Malthusian fears that dominated development discourse.

Census 2027 is special. It could undo the 1971 freeze on constituencies

Sanjeev Chopra -
Once the results of the first digital census start appearing, about 16 months from now, they will open a Pandora’s Box of multiple divides and discontents.

On Camera

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Opinion

Why Arjun Rampal saying ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ should worry Bollywood audiences

Shobhaa De -
Production houses and big studios are already fast-tracking projects pitched by pro-Hindutva players. Choking those who choose to remain outside these charmed circles is not a big deal.

A growing list of scientists is questioning neo-Darwinism

In this Women’s History Month, Dhurandhar 2 is the biggest hit. Let that sink in

Economy

Two Indian LPG tankers exit Hormuz choke point, 20 vessels remain stuck

Udit Bubna -
With 20 vessels still stranded near Hormuz, govt fast-tracks PNG connections and focuses on raising LPG output

Defence

India-Japan to finalise deal to co-develop & co-produce UNICORN mast ‘soon’, says Japanese envoy

Keshav Padmanabhan -
The countries signed a memorandum for co-development of UNICORN masts in November 2024. India has been second Asian nation to have such an agreement with Tokyo, after Philippines.

National Interest

The Vishwaguru delusion, mine vs yours, is ruining our view of the world

Shekhar Gupta -
One side thinks India is punching way above its weight. The other thinks Modi has undermined India and it punches below its strength. Both are wrong.

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