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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
TopicHimachal polls

Topic: Himachal polls

‘If every state unit functions as Gujarat unit…’ — Modi’s cue to BJP ranks after Himachal loss

At parliamentary party meet, PM praised Gujarat BJP chief C R Patil for poll spadework. He also used example of Bengal under Left Front to highlight progress made in his home state.

‘No resentment’ or outburst against BJP govt? How Agnipath impacted poll outcome in Himachal

Modi govt introduced Agnipath in June to bring down defence expenses. Survey conducted by Lokniti, CSDS-The Hindu suggests every one in two voters opposed the scheme in Himachal.

Lessons from UP Priyanka put to use in Himachal — ‘rebel management’, no naming PM, women’s issues

Another takeaway was importance of understanding bipolar campaign, thereby not attacking rivals but making space for Congress. Focus was on winnability during ticket distribution.

Himachal polls: ‘Hindutva icon’ UP CM Yogi emerges as star BJP campaigner after PM Modi

While BJP feels its Yogi’s 'charisma' and his image as 'the flag-bearer of Hinduism' that drew large crowds, opposition Congress termed it as an attempt to polarise the voters.

‘Nadda ensured PM was in dark’ about ticket issue, says Himachal BJP rebel who ‘got call from Modi’

Ex-BJP state vice-president Kripal Parmar, who has accused BJP chief JP Nadda of 'destroying' his political career, will be contesting as an Independent from Fatehpur constituency.

On Camera

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.