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Ghost of emergency still haunts Indian politics

The specter of the Emergency imposed in 1975 by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi continues to intermittently haunt Indian politics, even after nearly half a century—sometimes at the national level, and at times in state assemblies.

Congress makes major rejig in party

The Congress on Friday evening made a major reshuffle in the party, relieving Syed Naseer Hussain from his role attached to party's national president's office.

Vijayasai Reddy quits RS and politics

Veteran YSRCP MP Vijayasai Reddy has announced that he would resign from Rajya Sabha and quit politics. He said the decision to resign his seat was personal and denied that there was any pressure on him. He is the fourth Rajya Sabha MP from YSRCP to quit his membership.

Double-Speak

Agreeing and disagreeing with each other’s political position is essential in a healthy democracy.

Ignored at the ballot box: The absence of climate change in Indian politics

The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are over and the vital topic of climate change has once again been ignored. Climate change’s critical importance is overlooked in Indian political discourse due to economic priorities, governance issues and a lack of public awareness, despite the urgent need for climate action given the vulnerability of the Indian subcontinent to climate-induced disasters.

Congress’ pitch

I n the swirling currents of Indian politics, where rhetoric often drowns substance, the Congress party’s manifesto for the 2024 elections marks a return to core principles while seeming to be a departure from the quagmire of opportunism and tactical manoeuvres.