The End of the ‘Modi Era’: Takeaway #2 from the 2024 Election Results
The 2024 election results in India indicate several significant changes in the nation’s political landscape, one notable shift being the steep decline in the influence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has been the only face of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
All Eyes on India’s Independent Media After Election Results
According to exit polls released on Saturday night, two days before the announcement of the results, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) appears to be headed for a victory. However, the actual results could still hold surprises, likely to be welcomed by many. Regardless of which party or coalition forms the government, the focus over the next five years should be on the media, with the expectation that news outlets will choose to remain, or become, independent again, advocating for the well-being of the ordinary citizen.
Three Reasons Why the Violence Persists in Manipur
A recent incident in Manipur’s Moreh town, where houses and schools were allegedly set ablaze by Manipur Police commandos, illuminates three primary reasons for the ongoing ethnic violence, which has persisted for over eight months. It also offers insights into the first steps required to cease the unrest.
Who is Ram Beyond Bricks and Politics?
The consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, on Jan. 22, mirrors India’s politics and culture to a far greater extent than its religious aspects. One wonders whether the Hindus who may disapprove of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) policies are genuinely pleased with the temple’s establishment. Can they focus on the essence of who Ram was and the depth of his teachings, solely because of the temple’s presence?
Suspicions Loom Over Bhutan’s Chief Election Body
As Bhutan approaches its general elections on 9 Jan., 2024, some political parties are doubting the perceived impartiality of the country’s chief election body. Central to their concerns are alleged “oversights” by the Election Commission of Bhutan (ECB) that have ended up favouring the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), a party known for its alignment with India’s strategic interests.
Why are Central Forces Being Villainised in Conflict-Torn Manipur?
In Manipur, a state in India’s northeast, violence has sharply escalated, claiming at least 200 lives since 3 May. Tasked with restoring order, the Indian Army and the Assam Rifles paramilitary force find themselves at the centre of a targeted hate campaign.