BJD Wary of Saffron Surge
There are signs that ruling BJD is getting worried about the growth of BJP in the state. Ever since the saffron party put up...
Three youth, who make a difference in Gujarat polls
Three youth – 24-year-old Hardik Patel, 36-year-old Jignesh Mewani and 40-year-old Alpesh Thakor – have emerged as big political figures in last two years....
Loose Cannons in Politics
A man interrupted one of the Buddha’s lectures with a flood of abuse. Buddha waited until he had finished and then asked him, “If...
Gurdaspur Blow for BJP
Gurdaspur by-election victory has sent a clear message to Modi government that people are fed up with its policies. People have shown their anger...
At 71, Naveen More Combative Than Ever
Age for chief minister, Naveen Patnaik is just a number. His political instincts have sharpened and he is willing to work hard. He has...
“Achhedin”: Lesson from “India Signing”
The present government is the first government at the Centre to rule with a single-party majority since 1989, which has completed its third anniversary....
Frequent DGP transfers Not a Good Sign
The post of Director General of Police (DGP), in fact, has become something of musical chairs. As many as 11 DGPs have taken office...
Officials Step Up Bird Vigil in Chilika
Tangi in Khurda district is considered to be one of the most vulnerable areas from the point of view of poaching. Sorana and Mangaljodi...
Going Places
Ruling BJD’s deputy chief whip and Rairakhol MLA, Rohit Pujari is fast emerging as the youth face of the party in western Odisha. While he...
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State parties never lose relevance in India
The continued presence and influence of state parties are a natural and important feature of India’s democratic and federal political system.
Regional Political Parties (state...
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Born of a satirical meme, the CJP in its early days displayed hyperpolitical characteristics, especially in its refusal of representation by political parties. CJP...
Youth Unemployment: A Crisis
Nelson Mandela, 1993 Nobel Peace Prize winner, once said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.” This is a popular quotation, which...
