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Comment | Why Robert Vadra’s ED case will directly impact Priyanka’s political innings
Much will depend on how the Congress deals with the developments in the days ahead.
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In Other Words | HD Kumaraswamy and the art of coalition navarasas
It is doubtful whether India has seen a Chief Minister who has emoted so much in such a short span of time.
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Opinion | Mamata Banerjee’s dharna is a high-stakes political game
If Mamata Banerjee is in her elements as a protester, the BJP is a party that itches for a confrontation, especially in West Bengal. By now it is clear that the BJP is betting big on West Bengal.
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Comment | This Interim Budget was no dead rubber
The interim budget has taken the wind out of the Opposition’s sails — at least for the time being. However, does the government’s offensive move betray the BJP’s fears about the upcoming Lok Sabha polls?
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In Other Words | BJP is SEETA, Congress and others are GEETA
The BJP’s acronyms can be largely classified into two categories: the HAHAs for political rivals and the SAMOSAs for government schemes.
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Opinion | BJP has an opportunity in Tamil Nadu and must seize it
Rather than forming an alliance with a weak AIADMK, the BJP must fight the polls on its own.
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Quick Take | Will this election see communal polarisation? Anantkumar Hegde gives a hint
If Anantkumar Hegde is still a member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s council of ministers, one would presume it is because the party sees a successful leader in him.
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Quick Take: What Nitin Gadkari’s statement tells us about BJP and elections
The timing of Gadkari’s statement is intriguing, and gives weight to the speculations.
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100-Word Take | Congress’ decision to go alone in Andhra Pradesh a bold and wise one
Rahul Gandhi’s decision to not form an alliance with the TDP in Andhra Pradesh for the elections is in line with his larger goal of rebuilding the Congress in the state. With no MLAs or MPs from the state the party can only improve from here.
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Quick Take | Will Priyanka Gandhi’s entry into politics help Congress in UP?
Priyanka Gandhi’s entry as a general secretary will strengthen the accusation by other parties that the Congress is overly reliant and run by a single family. Expect the BJP to use this as ammunition during the election campaign.
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Quick Take | Why are Congress and other parties bringing the EVM hacking theory now?
The seasonal fluctuations displayed by political parties which blame the EVM when they lose an election and keep quiet when they win reeks of political duplicity
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Quick Take | Mamata’s anti-BJP rally also sends a message to Congress
The Kolkata rally is the latest display of opposition unity in the run-up to the general elections.
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100-Word Take | In Karnataka poaching drama, a warning for Congress
The developments in Karnataka will take the fizz out of Congress’ victory in forming governments in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
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Quick Take | ‘BJP like Hitler’: Arvind Kejriwal’s fear-mongering is in bad taste
Political leaders, especially senior members holding important constitutional posts, must not resort to fear-mongering to meet their political ends.
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Opinion | BSP-SP alliance is good news for Congress, but bad news for BJP
The alliance could be a formidable challenge for the BJP which is on the back foot. Going alone is likely to benefit the Congress.
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Quick Take | Lok Sabha polls: Will a delay in Ayodhya verdict affect BJP?
An overt focus on religion and communal issues in the run-up to the polls could backfire on the BJP as it is yet to build the temple in Ayodhya.
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Quick Take | A lesson for political parties in AIADMK’s Pongal sop opera
Political parties need to ask themselves if they are morally on the right side when they entice voters with ‘welfare schemes’. The electorate needs to ask itself if it has no compunctions in falling for such promises.
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Quick Take | 10% reservation for EWS an astute political move
Some political parties are calling the government’s decision to introduce 10% reservation to EWS a ‘jumla’. This criticism will fall flat if the Bill is passed in Parliament.
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Opinion | Can BJP win 2019 general elections without allies?
With allies leaving the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and opposition parties joining hands, winning the 2019 Lok Sabha elections will be an uphill task for the BJP.
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100-Word Take | Modi shows how easy it is to discredit the mahagathbandhan
In the light of Mayawati’s ‘warning’ over support, Congress President Rahul Gandhi should reconsider joining the grand alliance
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Quick Take | Will gender equality be a poll issue in Kerala?
The Left, the Congress and the BJP are focusing on women’s issues in a state where women outnumber men.
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Quick Take | Why Stalin's proposal for Rahul Gandhi as PM has set the cat among the pigeons
The events on December 11, the day the assembly results for five states were announced, can explain why.
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Quick Take | The Chief Minister conundrum exposes fault lines in Congress
Congress President Rahul Gandhi might be ready to take on the Amit Shah-led BJP, but he is yet to smoothly navigate Congress’ internal dynamics
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Opinion | Assembly Elections 2018: Congress has won the battle, but BJP has not lost the war
The Congress’ victory in the Hindi heartland states is a boost to Rahul Gandhi’s presidency, but its performance in Rajasthan and loss in Telangana and Mizoram shows how tough the 2019 Lok Sabha polls are going to be
