Manoj C G is Chief of National Political Bureau. He has been covering or writing on politics for nearly two decades. He has worked with the PTI before joining The Indian Express in 2008. He tweets @manojcg4u

April 15, 2025 19:54 IST
“Almost half of our MLAs are from Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities. They have huge political representation now. So, they are worried,” says a Congress leader.
Wed, Apr 16, 2025
April 15, 2025 17:34 IST
The message from the meeting, insiders said, was clear: let’s not repeat the “mistakes” of 2020, when the Congress registered the worst strike rate of all the Mahagathbandhan parties.
Wed, Apr 16, 2025
April 12, 2025 18:15 IST
Over the years the District Congress Committees became dysfunctional due to factionalism, lobbying, and pressure groups; the AICC plans to empower them now.
Sun, Apr 13, 2025
April 10, 2025 01:19 IST
AICC resolution refers to alleged recovery of cash from judge home, says: “A mechanism for Judicial accountability, without compromising Judicial independence, is the need of the hour”
Thu, Apr 10, 2025
April 09, 2025 20:37 IST
Gandhi and Kharge underline that the party would continue its outreach for OBCs, Dalits and tribals in a bid to claw back electoral space
Wed, Apr 09, 2025
April 09, 2025 16:01 IST
While Kharge repeats claims regarding EVM fraud and BJP undermining of institutions, Tharoor says “Congress must be a party of hope and not of resentment… a party of the future, not just of the past”
Wed, Apr 09, 2025
April 09, 2025 07:00 IST
At extended CWC meet on eve of AICC session, Rahul Gandhi bats for private sector reservation, asks Cong to step up OBC outreach, says it should not be afraid of flagging “attacks on minorities”
Wed, Apr 09, 2025
April 09, 2025 07:00 IST
In a draft resolution, which is under discussion and will be presented at the AICC session Wednesday, the Congress said good relations can never happen at the expense of India’s national interests.
Wed, Apr 09, 2025
April 07, 2025 18:21 IST
AICC Session in Gujarat after over 60 years, party leaders hope for clarity on narrative, INDIA bloc.
Tue, Apr 08, 2025
April 04, 2025 22:09 IST
The session saw the passage of Waqf Bill following marathon debates, which brought unity in INDIA bloc; productivity in both Houses stood at over 100%
Fri, Apr 04, 2025
April 03, 2025 14:08 IST
Of the three key fence-sitters opposed to the Bill — YSRCP, BJD and BRS — with altogether 18 MPs, it is to be seen whether they would actually vote against the Bill or just resort to a tactical walkout
Thu, Apr 03, 2025
April 03, 2025 11:32 IST
President’s Rule endorsed after Shashi Tharoor starts debate on Opposition’s behalf, wondering whether Speaker really wanted a discussion at that hour
Fri, Apr 04, 2025
April 03, 2025 04:45 IST
Hitting back at Opposition parties which united in accusing the government of targeting the beliefs and practices of the Muslim community, Amit Shah said the government had no intention to interfere in the affairs of the community.
Thu, Apr 03, 2025
March 31, 2025 11:47 IST
“It has taken Kerala a long time to realise this, unlike in West Bengal… Kerala has turned around many loss-making PSUs, but some are irretrievable… For them, we are trying private participation,” CPI(M) interim coordinator says
Thu, Apr 03, 2025
March 30, 2025 14:29 IST
Party leaders say the collegium system has "largely failed", but should be careful about backing any Bill that gives government control over judicial appointments.
Mon, Mar 31, 2025
March 25, 2025 21:06 IST
Dhankhar's remarks came on the day a three-member committee constituted by the Supreme Court began its inquiry into the conduct of Justice Varma and visited his residence in the afternoon.
Wed, Mar 26, 2025
March 24, 2025 20:22 IST
"The issue of cash recovered from the house of a Delhi High Court judge seems to be reaching the BJP’s doorstep at some level. They manufactured a controversy," says AICC Karnataka in-charge.
Tue, Mar 25, 2025
March 22, 2025 20:46 IST
DMK chose not to invite INDIA parties from North, such as SP and RJD, and from Maharashtra like Sena (UBT) and NCP, most of whom are not opposed to delimitation.
Sun, Mar 23, 2025
March 19, 2025 08:02 IST
“It is single-handedly the EC’s responsibility to ensure voters can exercise their democratic right to vote and that the right is not tampered with … EC has failed in its Constitutional duty,” says TMC leader.
Wed, Mar 19, 2025
March 12, 2025 20:06 IST
At breakfast meeting, CM urges Centre to release Rs 818 cr share for Vizhinjam seaport, hike borrowing limits, and enhance aid for Wayanad victims; FM assures him Centre would never deny Kerala its dues
Thu, Mar 13, 2025
March 12, 2025 02:54 IST
Congress leaders claimed the meeting, to be held at Kerala House, was to secure a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the BJP for the forthcoming local body polls
Wed, Mar 12, 2025
March 11, 2025 19:46 IST
New in-charges for states as well as Rahul’s admonishment of party leaders in Gujarat indicate a fresh assertion. However, the Congress is still plagued by the same problems.
Wed, Mar 12, 2025
March 06, 2025 18:31 IST
Congress does a tightrope over the row, not willing to alienate its North base; SP, TMC maintain silence; RJD calls for discussion
Thu, Mar 06, 2025
February 27, 2025 20:09 IST
Many in the Opposition, including the Congress, believe the criticism of the Centre and the UP government on how the Mela was managed were in order. But the criticism, perhaps, should have been nuanced, they added.
Fri, Feb 28, 2025
February 21, 2025 18:24 IST
Congress leader sends a message to Dalits regarding BSP’s weakened position, also to ally SP as it flexes muscle.
Sat, Feb 22, 2025





