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Neerja Chowdhury
The writer is Contributing Editor, The Indian Express
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Amid talk of change, why Haryana poll verdict today is importantSubscriber Only
October 07, 2024 07:33 IST
While Jat anger helped create a pro-Congress sentiment, non-Jat consolidation that propelled the BJP to power in 2014 and 2019 was not as compelling this time.
Tue, Oct 08, 2024
BJP trying to create mini-Bhindranwales: Mehbooba MuftiSubscriber Only
October 01, 2024 07:26 IST
The PDP chief's reference is to Engineer Rashid, the Awami Ittehad Party chief who won the recent Lok Sabha polls from Baramulla as an Independent.
Tue, Oct 01, 2024
‘Not easy for Congress to say we’ll back Art 370… Why not first look at what we can do, on progress, jobs?’: Farooq AbdullahSubscriber Only
October 01, 2024 07:23 IST
“We are open to everything other than BJP… If Independents share our values, Congress and us won’t deny them entry. We want a strong, inclusive govt”
Tue, Oct 01, 2024
In crowded J&K poll fray, one message: Election stigma overSubscriber Only
September 30, 2024 19:15 IST
Entry of large number of Independents has muddied the waters, NC-Cong sailing no longer smooth
Tue, Oct 01, 2024
Why AAP chose Atishi: The young, articulate woman face gives party chance to hit refreshSubscriber Only
September 21, 2024 19:26 IST
Atishi has also proved her loyalty to both Sisodia and Kejriwal, referring to them as her “guru”. She is not likely to be a threat to the AAP chief as and when he wants to return as CM.
Sun, Sep 22, 2024
As Arvind Kejriwal punts on his political future, watch AAP play ‘ball by ball’Subscriber Only
September 16, 2024 07:16 IST
By offering to resign as Delhi CM, the AAP chief has sounded the poll bugle in Delhi and tried to usher in a new narrative, making “Kejriwal”, his leadership, and all that he stands for the pivotal issues.
Tue, Sep 17, 2024
Mohan Bhagwat may fire another salvo but Sangh, BJP cannot do without each otherSubscriber Only
September 09, 2024 07:16 IST
The RSS will hardly wish for the return of the Opposition to dismantle what the BJP has put in place and the ruling party needs the Sangh on its side for the coming Assembly elections.
Mon, Sep 09, 2024
After her anguish over Kolkata rape-murder, can President Droupadi Murmu nudge the system?Subscriber Only
September 02, 2024 07:10 IST
As the custodian of the Constitution, the President can reach out to the young, particularly young women, to “counter the mindset which sees women as lesser human beings”.
Mon, Sep 02, 2024
Rethink on lateral entry to Waqf: Need for Modi govt to keep ally lines openSubscriber Only
August 26, 2024 07:01 IST
Responding to allies’ concerns and the Opposition’s demands indicates an inherent strength in Indian democracy. However, the recent rollbacks also underline the need for a mechanism for prior consultations in the NDA, and beyond it.
Mon, Aug 26, 2024
Paris to Kolkata, Phogat to doctor: What Mamata and all other politicians don’t getSubscriber Only
August 19, 2024 07:17 IST
Women are not just labharthis. They want their due place – as citizens, as equals. Political parties will have to factor this in the way they respond to women's challenges.
Mon, Aug 19, 2024
From Paris Olympics, lessons for Indian politicians on both sides of the aisleSubscriber Only
August 12, 2024 07:12 IST
If only both sides would fight hard when required and be big-hearted when necessary — like our sportspersons — for the larger prize called our parliamentary democracy.
Mon, Aug 12, 2024
Quota in quota may set off political churn, from poll maths to alliances to women BillSubscriber Only
August 05, 2024 07:13 IST
It is not just regional outfits but also major national parties which are eyeing OBC vote today, with Congress a more recent entrant to the game.
Mon, Aug 05, 2024
Neerja Chowdhury writes: In new Parliament building, journalists caged in ‘Glass House’Subscriber Only
August 02, 2024 08:00 IST
They can wait in a 20 by 10 ten feet ‘dabba’-like structure. Politicians can walk across and talk to the media persons sitting inside — if they so desire, almost like a favour bestowed on them
Fri, Aug 02, 2024
Why Uttar Pradesh is BJP’s new battleground – for the war withinSubscriber Only
July 28, 2024 20:23 IST
The faultlines between Yogi and his detractors need deft political handling. The stakes are high not only for the party in UP but this will shape the challenge beyond.
Mon, Jul 29, 2024
Interim budget to now, BJP govt changes tack, shows poll lessons learntSubscriber Only
July 23, 2024 22:25 IST
Nitish, Chandrababu Naidu chose cash for development agenda rather than lucrative Cabinet posts. It also suited PM Modi well to keep the portfolios and retain impression of business as usual
Wed, Jul 24, 2024
Can Rahul Gandhi the LoP be the Leader of the entire Opposition? A lot rests on thatSubscriber Only
July 12, 2024 21:13 IST
He has shown willingness to take on leadership, is more visible on ground, but has to guard against overreading the results, or taking allies for granted
Sat, Jul 13, 2024
In Emergency narrative, Modi seeks to nip Cong green shoots in bud, eyes state pollsSubscriber Only
June 30, 2024 19:10 IST
PM also sends message that he won’t be buffeted around like others who headed coalition govts before him.
Mon, Jul 01, 2024
With Priyanka in supportive play and Rahul as pivot, Congress eyes a turnaround, from UP to ParliamentSubscriber Only
June 22, 2024 19:51 IST
The 18th Lok Sabha would see sharper exchanges between Modi govt and Gandhis-led Congress... And yet, to have all three members of Gandhi family in Parliament at the same time is bound to raise questions
Sun, Jun 23, 2024
As the Sangh speaks up, deciphering its signals to the BJPSubscriber Only
June 17, 2024 07:16 IST
For the RSS, more than a reset, a Modi bound by the compulsions of coalition politics may provide an opportunity to reconfigure its equations with the BJP.
Mon, Jun 17, 2024
As PM Modi’s third term gets underway, the big question: Can he turn a coalition to his advantage?Subscriber Only
June 10, 2024 07:32 IST
Facing the prospect of running a coalition government for the first time, the PM is likely to face challenges on three fronts: NDA allies, a stronger Opposition, and navigating party-RSS relations.
Tue, Jun 11, 2024
Refrain behind verdict: ‘Centre’s power too one-sided, a little ankush (restraint)?’Subscriber Only
June 05, 2024 07:25 IST
The BJP leadership will now have to rule at the head of a coalition government, take along its allies, and be more mindful of its own party leaders who were given short shrift.
Wed, Jun 05, 2024
Amit Shah interview: ‘The most important explanation of Mandate 2024 will be the people’s belief that the road the country is on is the right one’Subscriber Only
May 27, 2024 07:17 IST
"We are somewhere between 300 and 310… this is without counting the sixth phase (chhatta giney bagair)… We are in a comfortable position. This time, we went to the people with 10 years of track record and 25 years of a powerfully positive agenda," Union Home Minister Amit Shah said in an interview to The Indian Express.
Mon, May 27, 2024
We have numbers to form next govt… people will decide on Opposition, says Amit ShahSubscriber Only
May 27, 2024 06:52 IST
Amit Shah Interview: Ruling out the possibility of Narendra Modi retiring, as was being made out by his opponents, he said not only will Modi be sworn in as Prime Minister again in June but “even in 2029, the Prime Minister will lead us”.
Mon, May 27, 2024
‘CBI, ED should be shut… where is the need for them? Will propose it to INDIA parties’: Akhilesh YadavSubscriber Only
May 18, 2024 21:03 IST
Akhilesh says that while alliance with Congress “will continue” after the polls, SP will “never merge with it”. “The anti-BJP and anti-Congress space in our politics will remain”
Sun, May 19, 2024
‘Regional parties coming closer to Congress’: Why Sharad Pawar said what he didSubscriber Only
May 11, 2024 09:58 IST
His words were as much about the future of the Congress as about the prospects of his own party, and with an eye particularly on the coming Assembly elections
Sun, May 12, 2024
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