POLITICAL LINEAGE
Krishnanagar: Here comes Mahua Moitra's biggest test since her dramatic Lok Sabha expulsion
Former MP and TMC candidate Mahua Moitra is contesting for the seat against BJP's newcomer Amrita Roy, who claims direct descent from Raja Krishna Chandra Roy.
Prajwal Revanna Viral Video: How driver's leaked video created nataka in Karnataka politics before Lok Sabha elections
A viral sex video scandal involving Prajwal Revanna, a family member of prominent Karnataka political family JDS, has surfaced. The video tapes of now-suspended MP Prajwal Revanna has caused upheaval in the Karnataka politics. Originating from a land dispute, the controversy centers on a 16-acre ancestral property. Allegations of coercion and blackmail emerged, leading to legal action and widespread dissemination of the tapes.
Bengal's political landscape shifts from student to dynastic politics in this Lok Sabha elections
Bengal, known for vibrant student politics, is now witnessing influential political families taking the spotlight. "This is a new trend in Bengal politics, shifting from class-based to dynasty politics. Never before have so many candidates hailed from political lineages," said political scientist Maidul Islam from the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, as reported by PTI.
Lok Sabha Elections: Coastal politics heat up in India's 'unique' southern tip - Kanyakumari
Kanyakumari, a unique constituency in Tamil Nadu, boasts a diverse demographic composition with Christians, Hindus, and Muslims coexisting. The Lok Sabha elections witness a heated battle between incumbent MP Vijay Vasanth and BJP's Pon Radhakrishnan, with critical issues like infrastructure projects and fisher community concerns taking center stage. The electoral landscape further evolves with other candidates entering the fray, promising to address pressing issues and secure support from the coastal community. As the electorate eagerly awaits the outcome, the future trajectory of Kanyakumari hangs in the balance.
Mukhtar Ansari's decline & end after four decades of dominance
Mukhtar Ansari traced his lineage to Mukhtar Ahmed Ansari - his paternal grandfather who was a freedom fighter and former president of the Indian National Congress and one of the founders of the Jamia Milia Islamia University, while his maternal grandfather was Brigadier Mohammad Usman, a Maha Vir Chakra recipient.
Mahua Moitra no threat; TMC misrule compelled me to join politics: BJP nominee ‘Rajmata' Amrita Roy
In an interview with PTI, Amrita Roy who has been pitted against the TMC's Mahua Moitra in Krishnanagar Lok Sabha seat, also said that the "misrule and corruption" of the Trinamool Congress regime in West Bengal has compelled her to join politics and work for the development of the state.
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LS polls: Five out of 17 Congress candidates in Karnataka relatives of ministers
The committee, headed by Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge, is yet to finalise the candidates for Kolar, Chitradurga, Chikkaballapur, Chamarajanagar and Bellary constituencies.
Tibetan Buddhism's future: Journey of 8-year-old 10th Bogd Lama caught amidst political turmoil
In a tale of unexpected spiritual destiny, an 8-year-old boy, A. Altannar, born into a wealthy Mongolian mining family, has been declared the 10th reincarnation of the Bogd, a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism.
Doors to politics not closed, will give millennial touch if join in future: Aryaman Scindia
Aryaman Scindia, son of Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, has expressed that he may enter politics in the future. He aims to bring a "millennial touch" to politics by focusing on issues affecting young people. Scindia, an entrepreneur, believes that politics with a focus on the youth has economic benefits. If he joins politics, his main focus will be on educational development and promoting entrepreneurship among youngsters. Currently, Scindia's primary focus is on his startups, MyMandi and Pravas.
Kumaraswamy claims RSS conspiring to make Pralhad Joshi Karnataka CM, targets lineage
Hitting back, BJP State president Nalin Kumar Kateel said the JD(S) leader's statement against the RSS is unbecoming of a former Chief Minister, and his claims about 8 or 9 Deputy Chief Ministers are borne out of a mindset that is rooted in dynastic politics.
Negotiation between economic and political power of various communities is a reality in mythology
There are hundreds of guthis across Nepal, just as there are hundreds of tharavads across Kerala, indicating a continuity of culture. Even in Goa, we hear of community villages, before the system was disrupted by the arrival of the Portuguese. Kerala, Nepal and Goa are the frontier regions of India where there was minimal or no influence of foreign political systems.
Religious and political events among factors that accelerated COVID-19 transmission in India: WHO
The WHO, in its COVID-19 Weekly Epidemiological Update, published Wednesday, said that viruses in the B.1.617 lineage were first reported in India in October 2020.
View: If appointing a new people that favours Congress looks difficult, it should change itself
At its core, the problem would appear to be that Congressmen understand politics as being confined to seeking or retaining power.
How the BJP's dominance changed India's political landscape
Indian democracy is sui generis. It as much a by-product of institutional design as it is an accidental outcome of contradictory forces rooted in society. The civilisational diversity of Indian society means that no electoral majority is cast in stone forever and no ideological hegemony can enjoy permanence.
A new generation of liberal leaders shakes up Indian politics
The young disruptors are offering an alternative brand of politics centered on improving lives of the poor.
For Pramod Sawant, today would be his first political test as the BJP takes the trust vote to prove its majority.
The negotiations started on Sunday night, minutes after the death of former CM Manohar Parrikar with the action centred at Sardesai’s residence where the GFP and independents were in a huddle.
Congress gives it its all with entry of Priyanak'a Gandhi into active politics
This readiness to throw everything it has into the coming Lok Sabha battle will definitely enthuse the Congress cadre
Dera Sacha Sauda: Here's what gave Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh so much political power
While many Deras prefer to remain non-partisan, a large number of them are seen as ready vote banks by politicians of different parties.
Maximum Mumbai’s civic polls are turning traditional politics on its head
The key data point here is that the proportion of Marathi population in Mumbai has progressively dropped to 22-25% from around 52% in 1960.
Does the entry of stars signal Kerala's political bankruptcy?
Kerala politics rarely accommodated those from the tinsel world as the state boasts of a politically conscious population unlike neighbouring states Tamil Nadu and Andhra.
Surnames will soon cease to matter in politics: Arun Jaitley
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said "surnames, families and lineages" will soon cease to matter in politics and such a trend has already begun in the business world.
Dozen monasteries of Drukpa Buddhist lineage taken over by monks with strong financial backing
The takeover of the monasteries coincided with Chinese transgressions in the Chumar and Demchok areas that took place while Jinping was visiting India.
Young politicians not merely a beneficiary of family lineage: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot disagrees vehemently with party colleague Jairam Ramesh’s recommendation of having a retirement age of 70 for politicians.
Lok Sabha Polls: Meet the sons & daughters of political families who are ready to take the baton
'If more and more sons and daughters of top politicians get tickets, where will the self-made honest youngsters join up?'
Political parties need to smell the anguish & mistrust of India's youth to prevent anarchy
De-growth, money, natural resources and opportunities are being sucked out of the system by the venality of politicos and the privileged.
DMK is not the only political party in India to evolve into a family fief
Sibling rivalry will now ensure that organisational elections in the DMK are keenly fought.
Political lineage of Subhas Chandra Bose turned out to be a burden for INA veterans
The political lineage of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose turned out to be a burden for INA veterans, who were, of course, loved by the public.
Mayawati accuses SP government of indulging in political vendetta
Mayawatilas also made it clear she herself takes the policy decisions in her party and not her close advisors or officers as being publicised outside.
WB: Asim Dasgupta worried as Amit Mitra’s lineage gives an edge
Five-time MLA from the constituency , the redoubtable Asim Dasgupta walks the campaign trail at Dangapara, near the Rahara Ramkrishna Mission.
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