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Accountable by extension: Meet Sanjay Kumar Mishra, Director, ED

To this, opposition leader Kapil Sibal had just one question: If who the ED Director is is not important, then why did the government give him a third extension?

The Dalit paradox

Sudha Pai and Sajjan Kumar's book delves into the complex dynamics of Dalit identity and politics, and the intriguing reasons for their protest against right-wing politics while also voting for them

Win, lose, or draw straws: Maharashtra politics may see a silent upheaval

While arithmetic political stability is a reality, politics in Maharashtra is likely to see a silent upheaval

Uniform Civil Code: Lack of clarity on provisions unifies stakeholders

unified IN DIVERSITY: Centre's proposal to enact a Uniform Civil Code has sent many social groups into a tizzy. ADITI PHADNIS speaks to many about their fears

G20's halfway mark: Diplomats are pessimistic about a communique

More than six months into India's Presidency of the G20, most diplomats are pessimistic about a communique - the Delhi Declaration - emerging from the summit. ADITI PHADNIS writes

Opposition parties meeting in Patna: An opportunity to build bridges

Except for the AAP versus Congress showdown over the Ordinance issue, the Opposition meet in Patna was about finding common ground. ADITI PHADNIS writes

Kite-flying to spymaster: Meet Ravi Sinha, Secy, Research & Analysis Wing

As Sinha assumes charge of an organisation that was founded and headed by the legendary R N Kao in 1968, he faces many challenges, some legacy ones

A merger that could bring instability

The situation in Telangana continues to be fluid, and it remains to be seen which party, the BJP or Sharmila with Congress, will be able to harness the anti-incumbent sentiment

Beyond tribal instincts

Kasturi Ray's biography of President Droupadi Murmu is an exploration into her childhood, her deep inner sorrow, and the impact of her cultural upbringing, which values generosity, on her life

Sharad Pawar's succession plan for NCP: King of the castle or pawn in game?

Where does Sharad Pawar's opening gambit of elevating daughter and lieutenant leave nephew Ajit Pawar on the NCP chessboard?

Five states will go to the polls in 2023-24 ahead of the general elections

What are the political equations, the challenges, and the threats?

Gehlot and Pilot: The Congress's hard lot

Political tensions and power struggles within the Congress Party in Rajasthan pose a threat to the party's unity and strength

G20 Leaders' Summit 2023: The world knocks on a door more than ajar

A rich, many-faceted dialogue is underway in India as part of the G20 meetings, and diplomats hope for a successful summit, never mind the alarm bells

The political anatomy of caste

Mr Mitta addresses complex question. If we are all avowed Hindus, why do we fight, rape and kill each other in the name of caste?

Setting boundaries for Neighbourhood First ahead of Nepal PM's India visit

MENDING FENCES: South Asia outreach was crucial to Modi government's foreign policy. With the upcoming India visit of Nepalese PM, ADITI PHADNIS examines what has worked - and what hasn't

India-China rivalry not episodic or contextual but structural: Experts

It is not exactly true that India's rivalry with China is spoken of only in hushed tones. The Indian strategic community is quite vocal about this reality, & this rivalry is not limited to South Asia

Of politics and wheels: Reinventing rotation

A rotating chief ministership as a way to appease factions can work only if there is a credible guarantor

Political spin to Parliament building inauguration as Oppn plans boycott

Nineteen parties, including Congress, Left and TMC say inauguration "undignified", insults the high office of the President; BJD, TDP, YSR Congress, and Bahujan Samaj party to attend

Siddaramaiah's anti-urban bias may well become the chink in Cong's armour

And Siddaramaiah's relationship with his former leader, H D Deve Gowda, and his biting criticism of the Vokkaliga community amplify and inform both the data and his politics

Praveen Sood's biggest challenge: Getting CBI public trust, endorsement

Sood's appointment is being questioned both by political leaders and his peers and seniors but the matter hit the headlines