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From wooing minority Hindus to reaching out to the Dalits and making an outreach to the Sikhs, the BJP is leaving no stone unturned in Punjab. It plans to make misgovernannce, drug menace and conversion the central poll planks. In this episode, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains what makes BJP so optimistic in Punjab.

The maiden BJP budget for West Bengal seeks to balance welfare commitments with industrial ambition, but the numbers reveal where the government's priorities lie. Watch #Economix with ThePrint Consulting Editor (Economics) Bidisha Bhattacharya.   To read full report: https://theprint.in/economy/bengals-fiscal-turn-in-first-bjp-budget-cheaper-debt-bigger-bets/2966971/

Listen to current week's news from and about the Church in Asia in a capsule of around 10 to 15 minutes. Indonesian Catholic students joined nationwide protests against the government's flagship free meal program amid corruption allegations, food poisoning incidents and a constitutional challenge. In India, Human Rights Watch accused authorities of forcibly expelling ethnic Bengali residents to Bangladesh without due process, leaving families stranded along the border. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities detained two leaders of a prominent Protestant house church following a police raid, as the government continues its crackdown on unregistered religious groups. Tune in for the latest developments from Asia. Filed by UCA News reporters, compiled by Fabian Antony, presented by Joe Mathews, Cover photo by AFP, background score by Andre Louis, edited and produced by Binu Alex for Union of Catholic Asian News. For news in and about the Church in Asia, visit www.ucanews.comTo contribute please visit www.ucanews.com/donateOn Twitter Follow Or Connect through DM at : twitter.com/ucanewsTo view Video features please visit https://www.youtube.com/@ucanews

Shiv Sena MPs have been coopted into the NDA. BJP is going around breaking regional parties. Democracy stretches & morphs into a reality TV. Who is next? Meanwhile FIFA World Cup exposes how the Indian order has no answers for any quest that calls for long-term planning & vision. Fun times

BJP is the suzerain today and allies must act as vassals to survive. It has to live with a few Naidus and Palaniswamis for now, but it's just a matter of time—ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh discusses Modi-Shah's alliance politics in this episode of #politicallycorrect To read this week's Politically Correct: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/mamata-naveen-nitish-vajpayee-advani-bjp-modi-shah/2960135/

As Modi becomes India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister, #CutTheClutter looks at where BJP stands, with 17 CMs and what it did to reach this place. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta explains how BJP turning India into a single-party state. The episode also looks at how numbers stack up in both Houses of Parliament.

ओमान के पास भारतीय नाविकों वाले जहाजों पर हमलों को लेकर भारत ने कड़ा विरोध दर्ज कराया और अमेरिकी राजदूत को तलब किया, अमेरिका ने MT जलवीर पर कार्रवाई की बात स्वीकारी, कांग्रेस ने की आपात बैठक, मध्य प्रदेश की तीनों राज्यसभा सीटों पर BJP निर्विरोध जीती, राहुल गांधी ने चुनाव आयोग की निष्पक्षता पर सवाल उठाए, जम्मू-कश्मीर को राज्य का दर्जा देने की मांग पर प्रोटस्ट का ऐलान, ईरान को अमेरिका की चेतावनी और भारत ए को अफगानिस्तान ए से हार का सामना करना पड़ा. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 7 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

ThePrintPod: Right of passage: Kirit Somaiya evolves from anti-corruption crusader to BJP's poster boy in Maharashtra

We are now in the endgame. The BJP grows stronger, TMC has imploded & opposition is at its weakest. Meanwhile cockroaches appear problematic and coopted. In the background misogynist comics can still laugh while 28 lakh line up UP constable recruitment exams.

I ballottaggi di ieri dicono che c'è stato un sostanziale equilibrio: tre a tre, col centrodestra che ha strappato Lecco e il centrosinistra, come detto, Agrigento. La chiusura dello Stretto di Hormuz, che si protrae da mesi, stia ribadendo una costosa lezione geopolitica sui rischi connessi alla dipendenza dalle importazioni di energia. Nasce il Cockroach Janta Party – letteralmente il "Partito Popolare dello Scarafaggio" – un chiaro gioco di parole che fa il verso al BJP, il partito conservatore di Modi che si batte contro il sistema del mondo lavoro in India Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ThePrintPod: Meeting with Shah, litti-chokha diplomacy—why BJP laid out red carpet for Nepal's ruling RSP

NDA and BJP to Achieve Their Dreams - Rajya Sabha पर होगा कब्ज़ा | Sanjay Dixit

ThePrintAM: Why did Annamalai quit the BJP?

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has officially resigned from the BJP and announced a new political movement, Annamalai Makkal Iyakkam (AMI). Once seen as the BJP's strongest face in Tamil Nadu, the former IPS officer says disagreements with the party leadership over the state's political strategy forced him to part ways. Samah Qundeel explains Annamalai's rise from "Singham" cop to political heavyweight, why he left the BJP, and what his next move could mean for Tamil Nadu politics.

PM मोदी ने वेनेज़ुएला की राष्ट्रपति डेल्सी रोड्रिगेज से की मुलाकात, असम की हिमंता सरकार का कल होगा कैबिनेट विस्तार, केंद्र सरकार फिर परिसीमन बिल लाने की तैयारी में, चुनाव ले पहले महायुति गठबंधन को बड़ी जीत, TMC के बीच राजनीतिक संकट गहराया, इंडिया गठबंधन की बैठक से डीएमके बाहर, BJP के राज्यसभा चुनाव के लिए उम्मीदवारों का ऐलान, ED ने दाऊद के करीबी सलीम इस्माइल डोला के ड्रग्स नेटवर्क पर की कार्रवाई, मालवीय नगर अग्निकांड मामले में होटल मालिक गिरफ्तार, मिंत्रा को फेमा के उल्लंघन के मामले में राहत, समाजवादी पार्टी के नेता की मौत, नेपाल के विदेश मंत्री भारत दौरे पर और IB अधिकारी अंकित शर्मा हत्या मामले में फैसला टला. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 7 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें.

भारत और वेनेज़ुएला ने ऊर्जा सहयोग बढ़ाने पर जोर दिया, BJP ने राज्यसभा चुनाव के लिए 10 उम्मीदवारों की सूची जारी की, दिल्ली के मालवीय नगर अग्निकांड में होटल मालिक की गिरफ्तारी के बाद सरकार ने राजधानी में विशेष फायर सेफ्टी ऑडिट के आदेश दिए, INDIA गठबंधन की बैठक से पहले DMK ने खुद को गठबंधन से अलग किया, ममता बनर्जी के खिलाफ एक और शिकायत दर्ज, फरीदाबाद में निर्माणाधीन एक्सप्रेसवे पर क्रेन गिरने से तीन लोगों की मौत, अमेरिका में ट्रंप और कांग्रेस के बीच ईरान नीति पर टकराव बढ़ा, श्रीलंका के वृद्धाश्रम में आग से 12 लोगों की मौत और इज़राइल-लेबनान के बीच हुए युद्धविराम समझौते को हिज़्बुल्लाह ने खारिज किया. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए रात 9 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

If one can channel Gen-Z's energy toward a constructive process, it can hold tremendous potential, BJP national president Nitin Nabin told a delegation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) of Nepal, led by chairman Rabi Lamichhane Tuesday, ThePrint has learnt. A BJP insider told ThePrint that there was a discussion on the role of Gen-Z, and the RSP president agreed with Nitin Nabin as he pointed out that this was how Nepal's democratic transition occurred.

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Chief of National Bureau Sandeep Singh and investigative journalist Ritu Sarin about a global investigation into VFS Global, the visa services giant that processes millions of Schengen visa applications, and the concerns raised over optional paid services, privacy, and data protection practices.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the Quad's latest initiatives on maritime surveillance, critical minerals, energy security, and port infrastructure, and how the grouping is seeking to reduce dependence on China while strengthening coordination in the Indo-Pacific. (13:40)And in the end, we look at K Annamalai's decision to step down from the BJP, and what his exit could mean for Tamil Nadu politics at a time when actor-turned-politician Vijay is reshaping the opposition landscape. (24:10)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

चुनाव आयोग ने राज्यसभा चुनाव और उपचुनावों के लिए जारी की अधिसूचना, BJP में साल 2027 चुनाव की तैयारी शुरू, सुप्रीम कोर्ट में नीट-यूजी परीक्षा को ऑनलाइन कराने वाली याचिका खारिज, नीट पेपर लीक मामले में गिरफ्तार आरोपी 15 जून तक न्यायिक हिरासत में, TMC ने दो विधायकों को निष्कासित किया, पूर्व मंत्री बिक्रम सिंह मजीठिया के ठिकानों पर छापेमारी, गुजरात पुलिस ने म्यूल अकाउंट्स के जरिए आर्थिक धोखाधड़ी का किया पर्दाफाश, IRGC ने होर्मुज की जारी की तस्वीरें, इजरायली PM नेतन्याहू ने बेरूत में हमला का आदेश दिया और IPL 2026 के फाइनल में RCB जीत पर जमकर बवाल. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 4 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें.

पश्चिम बंगाल में आज हुआ सरकार का पहला मंत्रिमंडल विस्तार, तमिलनाडु BJP के पूर्व प्रदेश अध्यक्ष के अन्नामलाई आज दिल्ली रवाना, नई दिल्ली में होगा 13वें ब्रिक्स शहरीकरण फोरम का आयोजन, TMC प्रमुख ममता बनर्जी ने आज लगाए फेसबुक लाइव के जरिये शुभेंदू सरकार पर कई गंभीर आरोप, गाजियाबाद में 11वीं के छात्र सूर्या चौहान की हत्या के आरोपी असद के घर आज प्रशासन की टीम पहुंची और नेपाल की संसद में आज हुआ बालेन शाह के बयान पर जमकर विरोध. सुनिए रात 9 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में

This week on Democracy Dialogues, Maya Tudor speaks with two keen observers of Indian politics, Gilles Verniers and Yamini Aiyar, about what India's 2026 state elections reveal about the future of the world's largest democracy. Why did the incumbent government BJP make major gains in some states while struggling in others? Do competitive elections still mean democracy is entirely healthy? And why have places like Tamil Nadu and Kerala remained resistant to Hindu nationalist politics? This episode analyses one of the most important democratic stories in the world right now — and asks what state elections might tell us about India's democracy more broadly. Gilles Verniers, Centre for South Asia at Stanford University. Gilles Verniers' work on Indian politics and elections hereYamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of the Practice at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University. Yamini Aiyar's recent writing on democracy and electoral administration in India here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

This week on Democracy Dialogues, Maya Tudor speaks with two keen observers of Indian politics, Gilles Verniers and Yamini Aiyar, about what India's 2026 state elections reveal about the future of the world's largest democracy. Why did the incumbent government BJP make major gains in some states while struggling in others? Do competitive elections still mean democracy is entirely healthy? And why have places like Tamil Nadu and Kerala remained resistant to Hindu nationalist politics? This episode analyses one of the most important democratic stories in the world right now — and asks what state elections might tell us about India's democracy more broadly. Gilles Verniers, Centre for South Asia at Stanford University. Gilles Verniers' work on Indian politics and elections hereYamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of the Practice at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University. Yamini Aiyar's recent writing on democracy and electoral administration in India here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

This week on Democracy Dialogues, Maya Tudor speaks with two keen observers of Indian politics, Gilles Verniers and Yamini Aiyar, about what India's 2026 state elections reveal about the future of the world's largest democracy. Why did the incumbent government BJP make major gains in some states while struggling in others? Do competitive elections still mean democracy is entirely healthy? And why have places like Tamil Nadu and Kerala remained resistant to Hindu nationalist politics? This episode analyses one of the most important democratic stories in the world right now — and asks what state elections might tell us about India's democracy more broadly. Gilles Verniers, Centre for South Asia at Stanford University. Gilles Verniers' work on Indian politics and elections hereYamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of the Practice at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University. Yamini Aiyar's recent writing on democracy and electoral administration in India here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

This week on Democracy Dialogues, Maya Tudor speaks with two keen observers of Indian politics, Gilles Verniers and Yamini Aiyar, about what India's 2026 state elections reveal about the future of the world's largest democracy. Why did the incumbent government BJP make major gains in some states while struggling in others? Do competitive elections still mean democracy is entirely healthy? And why have places like Tamil Nadu and Kerala remained resistant to Hindu nationalist politics? This episode analyses one of the most important democratic stories in the world right now — and asks what state elections might tell us about India's democracy more broadly. Gilles Verniers, Centre for South Asia at Stanford University. Gilles Verniers' work on Indian politics and elections hereYamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of the Practice at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University. Yamini Aiyar's recent writing on democracy and electoral administration in India here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

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After the latest round of state elections, India's political landscape looks more lopsided than at any time in the post-2014 era. The BJP claimed big wins in West Bengal and Assam—continuing its march across eastern India and solidifying its status as a hegemonic party. But politics at home is only part of the story.  Overseas, India is facing a turbulent moment—from the Iran war and Pakistan's diplomatic resurgence to Trump 2.0's approach to China and the uncertain future of the Quad.  To talk about the BJP's dominance, the opposition's crisis, and India's positioning in a rapidly shifting world, Milan is joined this week by Grand Tamasha regulars, Sadanand Dhume and Tanvi Madan.  Sadanand is a senior fellow for India, Pakistan, and South Asia at the Council on Foreign Relations. He is also a regular columnist for the Wall Street Journal.  Tanvi Madan is a senior fellow in the Center for Asia Policy Studies in the Foreign Policy program at the Brookings Institution. The trio discuss whether India is becoming a “one-party state,” the current state of the opposition, and the headwinds facing the Indian economy. Plus, the three discuss Pakistan's diplomatic moment, Trump's recent China trip, and Marco Rubio's visit to India. Episode notes: Sadanand Dhume, “Why Would Anyone Trust Pakistan to Mediate With Iran?” Wall Street Journal, May 20, 2026. Sadanand Dhume, “India's Ruling Party Beats the Odds,” Wall Street Journal, May 6, 2026. Sadanand Dhume, “Pakistan Has Put Itself Back on the Diplomatic Map,” Wall Street Journal, April 8, 2026.  [Audio] “Flash Episode: India's 2026 Elections Explained (with Yamini Aiyar and Neelanjan Sircar),” Grand Tamasha, May 8, 2026.  Tanvi Madan, “India's China Strategy in an Uncertain Strategic Environment,” in Milan Vaishnav, ed., India and a Changing Global Order: Foreign Policy in the Trump 2.0 Era (Washington, D.C.: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, 2026)  [Video] “Udit Misra Explains | Forex Fears? What PM Modi's Big Appeal Actually Says About India's Economy,” Indian Express, May 12, 2026.  “From UP to Karnataka: Six Routes Around the 1991 Places of Worship Act,” The Wire, May 17, 2026.  

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about the escalating tensions in Manipur between the Kuki-Zo and Tangkhul Naga communities.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Atri Mitra about the first major policy decisions of West Bengal's new BJP government, including welfare changes and the scrapping of the OBC reservation list.(15:34)And in the end, we look at the Delhi High Court's decision allowing wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in the Asian Games selection trials, while sharply criticising the Wrestling Federation of India for what it described as a vindictive approach. (26:10)Hosted by Shashank BhargavaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

भारत-अमेरिकी रिश्तों पर नई दिल्ली में बैठक, पश्चिम बंगाल की फालता सीट पर काउंटिंग में BJP बढ़त बनाए हुए, मायावती ने यूपी चुनाव 2027 की तैयारियां तेज़ कीं, भीषण गर्मी के बीच योगी आदित्यनाथ ने बड़े निर्देश दिए, देशभर के 83 केंद्रों पर UPSC सिविल सर्विस प्रीलिम्स परीक्षा जारी, कर्नाटक कांग्रेस ने SIR प्रक्रिया पर रणनीतिक बैठक बुलाई, ट्विशा शर्मा मौत मामले में सुप्रीम कोर्ट सुनवाई करेगा, पाकिस्तान के क्वेटा में रेलवे ट्रैक धमाके में कई लोगों की मौत, व्हाइट हाउस के बाहर फायरिंग में मारे गए संदिग्ध की पहचान सामने आई, ईरान-अमेरिका संभावित समझौते को लेकर प्रतिबंधों में राहत की चर्चा तेज़, रूस ने कीव पर बड़ा हमला किया, और IPL 2026 में आज आखिरी डबल हेडर, सिर्फ 5 में सुनिए दोपहर 1 बजे की बड़ी खबरें

Ramnik Mann Drops a Bombshell - BJP Will Win Punjab in 2027 | Public Is Now Fully Receptive to BJP

Sadanand Dhume reports that the BJP's landslide victory in West Bengal marks a significant defeat for longtime leader Mamata Banerjee. Her neglect of the economy and corruption allegations led to her ouster. This victory signals Narendra Modi's regained political strength, cracking opposition bastions and positioning India as a vital alternative in global supply chains. (14/16)1909

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 5-21-2026.1943 USA INFORMATION WAR.Anatol Lieven discusses the resignation of Latvia's Prime Minister following air defense failures. Ukrainian drones targeting Russia have been transiting Baltic airspace, leading to Russian threats of retaliation. Lieven explores the risk of unintended escalation between NATO and Russia amidst suspicions of Baltic-Ukrainian cooperation regarding these drone flight paths. (1/16)Following meetings in Beijing, Vladimir Putin seeks to finalize a gas pipeline to China to offset lost European markets. Anatol Lieven notes that while trade in dual-use technology grows, China remains cautious about full military escalation. Russia's involvement in the Iran and Ukraine wars complicates its position, as it lacks spare weaponry for Iran. (2/16)Russia has resumed military cargo shipments to Syria for the first time since the al-Sharaa government took power. Ahmad Sharawi explains that President al-Sharaa is balancing relations with Russia, Turkey, and Ukraine to rebuild his military. Tensions remain regarding the integration of foreign jihadist groups, such as al-Qaeda affiliates, into the new Syrian army. (3/16)Mary Anastasia O'Grady reports that the U.S. has imposed sanctions on GAESA, a shadowy military-controlled conglomerate dominating 70% of Cuba's economy. The company manages retail, ports, and foreign currency, including billions allegedly gained through human trafficking of medical personnel. These financial restrictions aim to pressure the regime toward democratic transition and have already impacted foreign investors. (4/16)Evan Ellis reports that Bolivia faces nationwide protests and blockades over austerity measures and fuel shortages. President Rodrigo Paz attempts reconciliation, but former President Evo Morales is accused of destabilizing the government to avoid child trafficking prosecution. While La Paz faces resource shortages, the eastern lowlands remain calm, highlighting a deep regional and political divide. (5/16)Evan Ellis characterizes protests in Bolivia as an organized "coup in motion" funded by coca growers' unions. Figures like Evo Morales and rivals within the government benefit from dismantling reforms. The instability threatens counter-drug efforts and allows criminal organizations to flourish while the government struggles to maintain order amidst resource blockades. (6/16)Evan Ellis reports that the U.S. Justice Department has indicted 94-year-old Raul Castro for the 1996 murder of "Brothers to the Rescue" pilots. The indictment serves as leverage in transition negotiations. Meanwhile, Russia and China pledge support to Cuba, and the arrival of a U.S. aircraft carrier signals a potential shift toward selective military pressure. (7/16)Evan Ellis reports that Venezuela has surrendered Alex Saab, Nicolas Maduro's former bagman, to the U.S. for prosecution. Saab possesses critical information on illicit financial flows involving Iran, Cuba, and Colombia. Delcy Rodriguez's decision to extradite him suggests a complex internal power play to appease Washington while eliminating her own political rivals. (8/16)Peter Mauch explores the early life of Hideki Tojo, focusing on his failed 1945 suicide attempt and the military code prohibiting the disgrace of surrender. Born into a samurai-descended family, Tojo's ambitions were fueled by the perceived mistreatment of his father by a cronyist military system, leading him to excel academically. (9/16)Peter Mauch explains that during the 1930s, the Japanese army split into the "Imperial Way" and "Control" factions. The Imperial Way prioritized morale and the Emperor, while Tojo's Control faction advocated for "total war" preparation involving all state resources. This rivalry turned murderous, culminating in assassinations and coup attempts against the civilian government. (10/16)Peter Mauch explains that in 1937, the Marco Polo Bridge incident sparked conflict between Japan and China. While Tokyo sought de-escalation, the Kwantung Army, including Tojo, pushed for escalation and conquest. Chiang Kai-shek's refusal to surrender drew the Japanese military into a "quicksand" interior, creating an inescapable and draining quagmire for the army. (11/16)Peter Mauch explains that as War Minister, Tojo—nicknamed "The Razor"—instilled iron discipline within the fractious Japanese army to earn the Emperor's favor. He consolidated political power by centralizing military communication and cashiering insubordinate officers. Meanwhile, Japan eyed the defenseless Southeast Asian colonies of European powers, determined not to "miss the bus." (12/16)Veronique de Rugy argues that tariffs function as taxes paid by Americans, with costs passing to consumers at a 96% rate. Despite promises to revive manufacturing, employment in that sector has continued to decline. The policy is described as a "catastrophe" resulting in billions in unconstitutional levies that require federal refunds. (13/16)Sadanand Dhume reports that the BJP's landslide victory in West Bengal marks a significant defeat for longtime leader Mamata Banerjee. Her neglect of the economy and corruption allegations led to her ouster. This victory signals Narendra Modi's regained political strength, cracking opposition bastions and positioning India as a vital alternative in global supply chains. (14/16)Anatoly Zak reports that despite sanctions and corruption scandals, Russia successfully launched the Soyuz-5 rocket, a joint project with Kazakhstan designed to replace Ukrainian technology. While international commercial prospects have vanished, Russia is pivoting toward domestic military payloads. Development continues on the Angara family of rockets, though the program faces significant spacecraft production delays. (15/16)Anatoly Zak reports that Russia has successfully tested the Sarmat, a heavy liquid-propellant ICBM designed to target the United States. Capable of carrying up to 20 maneuverable warheads, it replaces the Ukrainian-built "Satan" missile. While technologically complex and using toxic propellants, it represents Russia's commitment to maintaining a formidable strategic nuclear deterrent. (16/16)Notes: corrected "Akmed Sharawari" → Ahmad Sharawi; "Alshara" → al-Sharaa (Syrian president). Flag if you prefer alternate transliterations.

People have repeatedly reposed faith in the BJP in elections. Telling them the truth about ‘falling rupee' will only help it, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh argues in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect

Three new state governments, three old debts—what are TVK, BJP and UDF dealing with in Tamil Nadu, BJP & Kerala? Within days, the newly appointed Chief Ministers will convene with their Finance Secretaries, and these discussions will have nothing to do with electoral vote shares. ThePrint Consulting Editor (Economics) Bidisha Bhattacharya:   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Read full Report: https://theprint.in/economy/three-new-state-governments-three-old-debts-what-are-tvk-bjp-and-udf-dealing-with/2928391/

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Misra about PM Modi urging people to reduce the use of Petroleum products. While this is happening against the backdrop of the Iran war, the reason behind this is India's forex or foreign exchange reserves which have sharply depleted since the war began. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha about cases of maternal deaths that have surfaced in Rajasthan's Kota. In these cases, women develop postpartum complications after a C-section which leads to their deaths. She shares the details of the cases and the probe in place. (16:09)Lastly, we talk about BJP governments in West Bengal and Bihar saying that the people who have been deleted from the electoral rolls after the Special Intensive Revision cannot avail government schemes in their states. (25:57)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

In this monologue, Kushal responds to a recent article written by veteran journalist Shekhar Gupta titled "Muslim voters no longer matter to BJP. Only a new Hindu-led coalition can challenge Modi-Shah. These elections mark completion of BJP-secular party divide purely on Hindu-Muslim basis. BJP's rivals are increasingly looking like Muslim parties though their leaders are all Hindus." Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Link to the Shekhar Gupta Article: https://theprint.in/national-interest/india-muslims-modi-shah-bjp-congress-secularism/2926251/ #bengalelection #narendramodi #momatabanerjee #narendramodi #assemblyelections2026 ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

BJP victory in several states, where it banked on more than just ‘Modi ki guarantee', shows that it's building post-Modi resilience, say party leaders and analysts.

Despite India facing economic headwinds, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party defied expectations with a stunning state election sweep — capped by a historic win in opposition stronghold West Bengal. On today’s Big Take Asia Podcast, host K. Oanh Ha speaks to Bloomberg’s Menaka Doshi about how the BJP secured a shock victory and what an emboldened Modi might mean for India and the world. We have a special Bloomberg subscription offer for podcast listeners at Bloomberg.com/podcastoffer. Read more: Resurgent Modi Paves Way to Keep Power in India Well Beyond 2030 Hosted by K. Oanh Ha; Produced by Naomi Ng, Yang Yang; Reported by Menaka Doshi; Edited by Paddy Hirsch. Fact-checking by Rachael Lewis-Krisky, Yang Yang; Engineering by Taka Yasuzawa. Senior Producer: Naomi Shavin; Deputy Executive Producer: Julia Weaver; Executive Producer: Nicole Beemsterboer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These elections mark completion of BJP-secular party divide purely on Hindu-Muslim basis. BJP's rivals are increasingly looking like Muslim parties though their leaders are all Hindus. On the evidence of the latest state elections, especially in West Bengal and Assam where Muslims constitute upwards of 30 percent of the electorate, the issue remains the same, if more compounded. The answers are more vexed. And politically, the conclusion would be, Muslims today matter even less to the Modi-Shah BJP than they did in 2019. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with Shekhar Gupta:   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Read this week's National Interest: https://theprint.in/national-interest/india-muslims-modi-shah-bjp-congress-secularism/2926251/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Read 2019 National Interest: https://theprint.in/national-interest/do-muslims-matter-for-modi-shah-bjp-or-india/325173/  

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Kanchan Gupta about the road ahead for the BJP in the state of Bengal. Now that they have won the mandate how do they govern Bengal? What should be the priorities for the BJP in Bengal? Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow them: X: @KanchanGupta #bengalelection #momatabanerjee #narendramodi #assemblyelections2026 ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

** NOTE TO LISTENERS: This week, we are releasing a special “flash episode” of Grand Tamasha to recap India's recently concluded 2026 state assembly elections. As usual, we will still be publishing a new Grand Tamasha episode next Tuesday, May 12 at 9 pm ET, Wednesday 6:30 am IST.  It's safe to say that India's 2026 state assembly elections have scrambled many of the assumptions that have long shaped our understanding of Indian politics.  The BJP has finally captured West Bengal after decades of trying, secured a third consecutive victory in Assam, and made modest, but important gains in Kerala. With its allies, it also retained the union territory of Puducherry. In Tamil Nadu, meanwhile, the upstart TVK—led by the enigmatic actor Vijay—has disrupted a political duopoly that has defined the state for decades.  At a deeper level, across these elections, familiar assumptions about welfare, identity, institutions, and opposition politics have suddenly been called into question. To make sense of these results—and what they might tell us about the road to 2029—Milan is joined today by two of the sharpest observers of Indian politics and political economy.  Neelanjan Sircar is an associate professor at Ahmedabad University and one of the country's leading scholars of Indian politics. He has spent years studying party organizations, welfare politics, and electoral change across states—including West Bengal and Assam. Yamini Aiyar is a Senior Visiting Fellow at the Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia and the Watson Institute at Brown University. She was previously president and CEO of the Centre for Policy Research, and is a leading expert on the Indian state, welfare delivery, and democratic accountability.  Milan, Yamini, and Neelanjan discuss the BJP's historic win in West Bengal, the demise of the Trinamool Congress of Mamata Banerjee, and the Election Commission of India's controversial revision of the electoral rolls. Plus, the trio discuss the rupture in Tamil politics, the Congress' lone victory in Kerala, and the BJP's strategy for 2029. Episode notes: Samanth Subramanian, “From Sea to Saffron Sea: Neelanjan Sircar,” Equator, May 6, 2026. Roshan Kishore, “Terms of Trade: And then there were none,” Hindustan Times, May 4, 2026. Neelanjan Sircar and Bhanu Joshi, “Party has left the building: The rise of parallel politics in Bengal,” Hindustan Times, May 4, 2026. Neelanjan Sircar, “Verdict Bengal: Decisive win in a divided state,” Hindustan Times, May 4, 2026. Bhanu Joshi, “DMK's defeat proves it: Welfare is the floor, elections have moved to the ceiling,” Indian Express, May 4, 2026. Neelanjan Sircar and Bhanu Joshi, “Beyond numbers, how West Bengal's voter roll revision is redrawing citizenship lines,” Hindustan Times, April 29, 2026. Bhanu Joshi and Neelanjan Sircar, “In Bengal hinterland, poll victory might hinge on ground visibility,” Hindustan Times, April 23, 2026.

On Friday, Adhikari was elected leader of the BJP Legislature Party, making him the next Chief Minister of West Bengal. He will be sworn in on Saturday in Kolkata, ending 15 years of Trinamool Congress rule in the state. Mamata Banerjee's fiercest political rival has now taken over the state's top post. Adhikari emerged as the defining figure of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, leading the BJP to 207 victories in the 293-seat Assembly. The Trinamool Congress managed only 80 seats.

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tushar Gupta as they look at the numbers of the Bengal elections. Did the BJP steal the elections and only because of the alleged SIR manipulation? What do the numbers say? Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow them: X: @Tushar15_ Substack: https://politypolicy.substack.com/ #bengalelection #momatabanerjee #narendramodi #assemblyelections2026 ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Tanushree Bose about the BJP's sweeping victory in West Bengal, the factors behind Mamata Banerjee's defeat, and who the party is likely to pick as the next chief minister.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Sujit Bisoyi about the first phase of India's Census exercise, and the challenges enumerators are facing on the ground as the country undertakes its first fully digital Census. (14:20)And in the end, we look at the Union Cabinet approving a revived emergency credit guarantee scheme for MSMEs and airlines affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict. (27:35)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The community voted heavily for BJP across Matua-dominated constituencies in North 24 Parganas and Nadia. ----more---- https://theprint.in/elections/how-matua-loyalty-helped-bjp-in-its-historic-west-bengal-breakthrough/2922361/

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about the BJP's massive win in the Assam Assembly elections. She breaks down the reasons behind this win, what it means for the state and how politics in Assam has changed over the years. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nihal Koshie about wrestler Vinesh Phogat coming out and saying that she was one of the six women wrestlers who had filed a case of sexual harassment against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the former President of the Wrestling Federation of India. (16:44)Lastly, we talk about the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in West Bengal post the BJP's win in the state. (29;24)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Yesterday, in the Assembly election, most states voted for change. And the biggest result came from West Bengal, where the BJP won a landslide victory, ending Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress' 15 year rule. In Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijay's party, TVK, delivered a major sweep by coming close to the halfway mark and toppling the DMK-led government.The Indian Express' Neeta Sharma with Deeptiman Tiwary, Liz Mathew, Vikas Pathak, and Neerja Chowdhury discuss the larger message of the results including BJP's booth-level consolidation in Bengal, the collapse or weakening of old political structures, Vijay's emergence in Tamil Nadu, alliance dynamics, and what these verdicts signal for national politics.Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

What are the three big factors behind BJP's victory in West Bengal & Assam? How did the party manage to end Mamata-led TMC rule in the state? What does the rise of Vijay in Tamil Nadu point to? And, how to read Himanta-powered NDA win in Assam? Watch this edition of #CutTheClutter, where ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta & Political Editor DK Singh discuss how today's election results are likely to redefine Indian politics.

Kate Adie introduces stories on the King and Queen's visit to Washington, the current mood inside Iran, elections in Gaza and the West Bank, and why fish are front and centre in the politics of West Bengal.King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to Washington came at a fragile moment in the UK-US relationship. A gulf has opened up between the two nations over issues such as Ukraine, defence spending, tariffs, and the Iran War. Sarah Smith reflects on how far the visit has helped restore the 'special relationship'.Donald Trump's admiration for the traditions of the Royal Family was on full display during the visit, as he praised the King as an ‘elegant man'. Sean Coughlan has travelled with the King on previous tours, and reveals what made this one different.Inflation has soared to 50 per cent in Iran and people continue to struggle with rising prices of staples such as rice, eggs and cheese, as the stand-off in the Strait of Hormuz continues to disrupt trade. Lyse Doucet reflects on her recent encounters while visiting Tehran.Municipal elections were held last weekend in the occupied West Bank and Gaza. Hamas was officially excluded from participating, as the Palestinian Authority requires parties and candidates to recognise the state of Israel - something Hamas refuses to do. Jon Donnison has been in Ramallah.And in West Bengal a fierce state election battle is underway. Indian PM Narendra Modi's BJP has mounted an aggressive push to unseat the Trinamool Congress party which is seeking a fourth consecutive term. Soutik Biswas reveals how a culinary tradition has become a surprising hot-button issue.Series Producer: Serena Tarling Production Coordinators: Katie Morrison and Sophie Hill Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

There's an old Latin saying about some of the famous male founders of religious orders. In translation, it goes like this: “Bernard loved the valleys; Benedict loved the mountains; Francis the towns; Ignatius loved great cities.” So it's probably no surprise that in the U.S., no city has more Jesuit schools than New York, which has nine total across all the educational levels. Our guest today, James Kennedy, is an alum of one of these schools – Regis High School, where he also taught and led fundraising efforts – and the current president of another. James is in his third year leading Brooklyn Jesuit Prep, which is a middle school serving low-income families of diverse races, ethnicities and faiths in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn. BJP currently serves 100 students, both boys and girls, in grades 5 through 8. The entire student population is composed of students of color and 74% of them are either immigrants or first-generation Americans. Host Mike Jordan Laskey asked James to talk about the school's history and what makes it a special place. James also discussed how anti-immigrant polices and attitudes across our country today are affecting the BJP community and how they're responding. It was a fascinating conversation about both Brooklyn Jesuit Prep and urban pre-secondary education more broadly. You'll be struck by James' passion and depth of insight. Brooklyn Jesuit Prep: https://www.brooklynjesuit.org/ AMDG is a production of the Jesuit Media Lab, which is a project of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. www.jesuits.org/ www.beajesuit.org/ twitter.com/jesuitnews facebook.com/Jesuits instagram.com/wearethejesuits youtube.com/societyofjesus www.jesuitmedialab.org/

It's Tuesday, April 28th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson and Timothy Reed India: 12th worst persecutor of Christians worldwide India is the twelfth worst persecutor of Christians in the world on the Open Doors World Watch List. It's largely due to the shift brought about by the joint efforts of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh organization and the BJP political party in that country. But now, the RSS General Secretary  told the Hudson Institute last week, that this is a misconception. However, the Religious Liberty Commission of the Evangelical Fellowship of India reports 747 incidents of vandalisms, beatings, false arrests, church burnings, and at least one murder in 2025. This follows a rash of anti-conversion laws brought on by the ruling political parties. In November 2025, the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom issued a report recommending that India be placed on the list of Countries of Particular Concern. The report noted that since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party came into power 12 years ago. … India has “enforced policies that closely align with Hindutva ideology, [a political ideology establishing Hindu dominance which leads to] discriminating and disenfranchising members of India's religious minority communities.” British suicide bill failed to pass Good news! A controversial suicide bill has failed to pass the United Kingdom Parliament. The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill did not receive the support necessary to pass the House of Lords, even though it had passed the House of Commons last year. The proposed law would have granted a supposed “right” for those expected to die within six months to kill themselves.  Proverbs 8:36 speaks of the wisdom of God in these words: “But he who sins against me wrongs his own soul; All those who hate me love death.” Russia killed seven in two Ukrainian cities Still no end in sight for Russia's four-year war on Ukraine. Russia continued to barrage the Ukrainian cities of Dnipro and Odessa over the weekend.  The BBC reports seven people were killed.  Third assassination attempt on President Trump A would-be assassin, Cole Tomas Allen, got very close to the President of the United States Saturday night. Just the day before President Trump was scheduled to attend the White House Correspondents Dinner, Allen, a teacher and mechanical engineer, checked into the hotel armed with guns.  At 8:30pm ET, he approached the stairway leading up to the ballroom where the president was sitting, and fired shots at security, when he was taken down by the Secret Service, reports NBC News.  Authorities said an officer wearing a bullet-resistant vest was shot in the chest and is expected to recover. Allen said, “I experience rage thinking about everything this administration has done.”  In 2024, according to the Federal Election Commission filings, Allen donated $25 to ActBlue with the memo “Earmarked for Harris for President,” noted JustTheNews.com. The two other would-be assassins of President Trump include 20-year-old Thomas Crooks on July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania, who was killed by the Secret Service at a campaign rally and 58-year-old Ryan Wesley Routh on September 15, 2024 at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.  Routh was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Trump would-be assassin's motive Jeannine Pirro, United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, addressed Cole Tomas Allen's motive. PIRRO: “Make no mistake. This was an attempted assassination of the President of the United States, with the defendant making clear what his intent was. And that intent was to bring down as many of the high-ranking cabinet officials as he could.” According to the New York Post, Allen was charged on Monday with trying to assassinate President Donald Trump — as officials revealed the Secret Service fired at him five times before taking him down. Karoline Leavitt: Trump's calm in chaos was “remarkable to witness” On April 27th, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared her unique perspective on the latest assassination attempt. LEAVITT: “I was seated next to President Trump and the First Lady when the shots were fired before Secret Service swiftly moved us to safety backstage. “The President's calm in the face of chaos while yet another individual was trying to take his life was really remarkable to witness. And it's something I will never forget. President Trump is fearless because he loves this country. And he is willing to put his own life on the line to deliver on the promises that he made to the American public who elected him here into the highest office in the land. … “We should not live in a country where such constant fear of political violence permeates our society every single day. Debating, peaceful protesting and voting are how we need to settle disagreements, not bullets.” The would-be assassin's connection to Christianity Cole Tomas Allen's father is reportedly an elder at Grace United Reformed Church in Torrance, California, affiliated with the United Reformed Churches of America. Allen's social media account listed his association with a Christian Fellowship group at CalTech. And his published manifesto included a note of gratitude to “his family, both personal and church, for your love over these 31 years.”   Plus, the manifesto included a convoluted sort of biblical apologetic for his actions.  The Wall Street Journal has also reported that Allen had coordinated a group meeting for “Bible study, prayer, food, and fellowship.” America's drought and its impact on cattle The United States is still facing its most severe drought in recorded history, dating back into the 19th century. About 90% of Oklahoma and Nebraska are feeling the brunt of our national drought. Half of Nebraska is under extreme conditions. And 99.97% of Kentucky is under drought conditions. Colorado, Georgia, and Florida have also been hit hard. The drought is impacting cattle availability. The Untired States cattle herd has diminished to its lowest numbers in history, dropping to 86.2 million this year. That's down from 115 million cattle in 1981.   Cattle availability has dropped from half a cow per person to a quarter of a cow per person this year.  That's liable to go quite a bit lower this year, as a result of the drought across western states. Deuteronomy 28:15, 18-19 encourages nations to obey God's laws. It says,  “But it shall come to pass, if you do not obey the voice of the Lord your God, to observe carefully all His commandments and His statutes which I command you today, that all these curses will come upon you and overtake you: Cursed shall be the fruit of your body and the produce of your land, the increase of your cattle and the offspring of your flocks. Cursed shall you be when you come in, and cursed shall you be when you go out.” African countries impacted by drought In related news, other nations facing severe drought conditions, in six out of the last seven years, included Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Niger, and Zimbabwe. These areas of Africa are about to tip into severe famine and mass starvation. Kenyan breaks 2-hour marathon record And finally, a son of a Kenyan farmer has broken the 2-hour barrier for the marathon, for the first time in human history, reports the Associated Press. Sabastian Sawe finished the London Marathon over the weekend in the record time of 1:59:30. That's 65 seconds faster than the last official record set three years ago.   Actually, another African from Ethiopia also broke the previous record, finishing 11 seconds behind Sawe. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, April 28th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.