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When US President Donald Trump amplifies a voice describing countries like India in demeaning terms, the issue is not merely one of bad language.
When US President Donald Trump amplifies a voice describing countries like India in demeaning terms, the issue is not merely one of bad language.
A nation that once renounced war now stands at the edge of rewriting its identity. Japan, shaped by the ashes of World War II, based its global reputation on peace, restraint, and constitutional idealism.
The defection of seven MPs from the Aam Aadmi Party to the Bharatiya Janata Party is being read as a political crisis within AAP.
One of India’s most influential leaders, YB Chavan, had variously held important positions like that of the Defence Minister, Home Minister, Finance Minister, External Affairs Minister, and also the Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
After casting her vote in Karimpur, Nadia, Mahua Moitra raised concerns over alleged voter deletions and questioned gaps in infrastructure and connectivity in the region. She also commented on turnout expectations and the electoral process while highlighting issues related to voter lists and local development.
A PIL has reached the Supreme Court challenging the appointment of a senior IPS officer as election observer in West Bengal. The plea raises questions over neutrality and seeks his removal from poll duty.
The parents of the RG Kar Medical College victim spoke emotionally ahead of voting, reflecting on their long struggle for justice. They said they remain hopeful and firmly stand with the public despite their personal pain.
Voting is underway in Phase 2 of the West Bengal election 2026 across 142 constituencies, with early turnout building amid tight security and webcasting at all polling stations.
Dola Mitra, Editor Features, The Statesman interviews Dr Swapan Dasgupta, BJP candidate from the Rashebehari constituency.
For decades, the story of China’s rise was told through the movement of containers, ships loaded with electronics, machinery, and textiles leaving its ports for markets across the world.
