How ‘UP ke Ladke’ Rahul, Akhilesh are going all out to defend family turfs
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav is contesting from Kannauj Lok Sabha seat against BJP candidate Subrat Pathak, whereas Rahul Gandhi is up against BJP's Dinesh Pratap Singh in Rae Bareli.
Lok Sabha election 2024: Tough fight in major seats in Western Maharashtra
Maharashtra Lok Sabha election 2024: With BJP wanting to win Baramati as part of its 'Mission Maharashtra-45 seats', the NCP led by Ajit Pawar fielded Sunetra Pawar from Baramati. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election, the BJP witnessed victory in the state but won only four of the 10 seats in the region.
LNG spot prices have fallen. What does it mean for India?
Spot gas prices are trading around $10 per million metric British thermal unit (mmBtu) currently, compared to highs of $23 per mmBtu in early 2023. Gas prices have, however, risen since mid-April due to the geopolitical crisis in the Middle-East.
Here's why Priyanka Gandhi decided to sit out Lok Sabha elections
Three Gandhis in Parliament would have reinforced the "BJP's charge of dynastic politics", reports claimed Priyanka Gandhi as telling the Congress.
Rohini vs Rudy: How the contest in Bihar's Saran may come down to Lalu Prasad’s legacy
Of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, both Saran and Pataliputra were once seen as bastions of the RJD. Saran, for instance, elected Lalu to the Lok Sabha in 2009, but slipped out of the RJD’s reach in 2014 and 2019.
Explained: Loan against property and how to get the best of it
Opting for a longer tenure reduces the monthly outgo, and is better suited for those with lower repayment capacity and who want higher loan amounts.
Why are cement prices declining in India? MC explains
Aggressive volume push at the expense of pricing resulted in an about 6% sequential decline in cement prices to Rs 370- Rs 375 on average per 50 kg bag in the fourth quarter.
Why BJP and Congress are engaging in war of words over ‘Karnataka governance model’
Karnataka is the only state in south India that the BJP has an elected government in and the party sees this state as the entry point to the rest of south India.
Why Arvinder Singh Lovely resigned and what it means for Delhi Congress, INDIA bloc
In his resignation letter to Mallikarjun Kharge, Lovely said several AAP leaders were in jail over corruption charges but the Congress chose overlooked workers' concerns to join hands with Kejriwal's outfit
BJP has won its first Lok Sabha seat. Here's how and why Mukesh Dalal won Surat uncontested
Mukesh Dalal is the 29th MP to be elected to the Lok Sabha unopposed since 1952. Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh are among eight states, which have sent more than one member to the Lok Sabha uncontested.
How will India benefit from Tesla's entry into rooftop solar?
Tesla will hopefully reduce the Indian solar sector's dependence on China by boosting local manufacturing and bringing the latest technology. The company is reportedly scouting for local partners to make its rooftop solar panels in India.
How Rajput caste panchayats are keeping BJP on the edge in western UP
The immediate provocation may be attributed to denial of ticket to VK Singh, a Rajput, and extended the ticket for the Ghaziabad Lok Sabha constituency to Atul Kumar Garg, a bania.
SC reverses Narasimha Rao verdict: Revisiting the 1998 JMM cash-for-votes ruling
In a significant ruling, a seven-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court last month overturned a 1998 decision that had provided lawmakers with immunity from prosecution for accepting bribes in exchange for making speeches or casting votes in the legislature.
Why are two courts hearing cases on Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest at the same time?
Two orders on the same day pertaining to the same cause of action raises questions on the nature of these cases and how they are being heard simultaneously.
Why is global demand for Indian iron ore exploding? MC Explains
According to BigMint data, exports of iron ore pellets increased nearly 80% y-o-y to 11.3 mnt in FY'24 as against 6.3 mnt in FY23.
Battle for Assam: Why the electoral faceoff in Jorhat Lok Sabha constituency is keenly watched
Jairam Ramesh said in the northeastern states, there is a strong undercurrent of support in favour of Congress because of the fear that the diversity of the region is going to be "destroyed" and the BJP will impose uniformity.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress unveils ambitious electoral strategy to regain political territory
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Fielding Kanhaiya Kumar for the Delhi North-East seat reflects the Congress's bold and confrontational electoral strategy, indicating the party's willingness to directly challenge the BJP's dominance in key battleground constituencies.
Nyay Patra vs Sankalp Patra: Inside BJP and Congress' playbook for 2024 Lok Sabha Polls
A common thread that binds the manifestos of the Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Rashtriya Janata Dal is their special emphasis on the marginalized groups with elements of welfarism.
What is the recent amendment to the Indo-Mauritius tax treaty and its impact on foreign capital flows?
India and Mauritius continue to make efforts to combat tax avoidance, this time by amending their Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with a new Principal Purpose Test (PPT). This seeks to ensure that only genuine investments benefit from treaty provisions, rather than those solely for tax avoidance purposes.
Beware of electricity bill scams; MC explains the steps to avoid falling in the trap
If not sure about your electricity dues, talk directly to your discom. This makes sure you're getting the right information and keeps you safe from scams.
How Tejashwi Yadav, smarting from Nitish Kumar's U-turn, is all set to give BJP-JD(U) a tough fight
With the INDIA bloc being riddled with many contradictions, it is being said the addition of CPI-ML, CPM, and the CPI to the RJD-Congress Mahagathbandhan may help also Tejashwi Yadav.
2024 Lok Sabha Polls: Inside BJP’s playbook to spoil TMC’s dream run in Bengal’s Birbhum
An impressive show in the constituency will not only be a morale booster for the saffron party, but will add momentum to their campaign in Bengal- a state which is crucial for the BJP to reach its stated target of 370 seats on its own.
General Elections 2024: What is on the minds of India's women voters?
From religion to jobs to Brand Modi – several metrics have emerged as front runners on what clicks for India’s female voters.
How methanol as a fuel can help India reduce its emissions and import bill?
Energy needs of India are expected to be among the highest in the world in the coming years but the country’s energy needs are majorly met by imports.
