Aditi Phadnis And Rajesh Bhayani

Stories by Aditi Phadnis And Rajesh Bhayani

Has Modi Sidelined Shivraj Singh Chouhan?

Has Modi Sidelined Shivraj Singh Chouhan?

Rediff.com   10 Nov 2023

In 2018, Mr Chouhan became chief minister for the fourth time with some support from Mr Scindia. This time, nothing can be said with any certainty.

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Mizo Voters Signal Change On Horizon

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2023

For the Mizo people, tribal and family identity are important. But so are jobs, farmers' access to markets, roads, and health facilities for a young population where drugs are a big affliction.

Vasundhara Raje Fading Away Into Oblivion?

Vasundhara Raje Fading Away Into Oblivion?

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2023

Vasundhara Raje may have had her faults but she is an unconventional and brave leader who deserves better, observes Aditi Phadnis.

'Xi didn't want to avoid Modi at G20'

'Xi didn't want to avoid Modi at G20'

Rediff.com   27 Sep 2023

'We will likely never know why Xi decided not to travel to New Delhi. One possible explanation could be his desire to avoid a meeting with US President Joe Biden.'

Naidu's Arrest: Will TDP Implode?

Naidu's Arrest: Will TDP Implode?

Rediff.com   27 Sep 2023

Is Chandrababu Naidu being in jail an opportunity? How will the TDP capitalise on it? Or will it implode with nothing more than a sigh?

Why Anti-Defection Law Needs Scrutiny

Why Anti-Defection Law Needs Scrutiny

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2023

Should the anti-defection law in India exist only to prevent democratically elected governments from being toppled?

G20 Summit: 'We can only hope for the best'

G20 Summit: 'We can only hope for the best'

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2023

Some diplomats feel India's role is not just minding the logistics, but also keeping the G20 agenda on track and "keeping everyone involved and informed".

Mallikarjun Kharge's Litmus Test

Mallikarjun Kharge's Litmus Test

Rediff.com   30 Aug 2023

The coming assembly and Lok Sabha elections -- the choice of candidates, the campaign strategies and the negotiations with other Opposition parties --0 represent the real test for Mallikarjun Kharge.

Will Pawan Kalyan Be Washed Away In Andhra Politics?

Will Pawan Kalyan Be Washed Away In Andhra Politics?

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2023

Many often stereotype Andhra Pradesh politics as being star-struck, but as Pawan Kalyan's political journey shows, stars are turning out to be a passing cloud.

Gehlot's Political Response To Farmers' Debt Problem

Gehlot's Political Response To Farmers' Debt Problem

Rediff.com   23 Aug 2023

Banks may become more cautious in extending loans, as more and more farmers may take loans, relying on the assurance that a debt relief commission will back them in the event of default.

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2023

If the CM can steer the BJP into forming a government for a third term, he will have achieved a unique place in the party's history -- Mewat notwithstanding.

No-Confidence Motion: 'Not About Numbers, But Of Morality'

No-Confidence Motion: 'Not About Numbers, But Of Morality'

Rediff.com   7 Aug 2023

'We wanted the PM to speak, and he just refused to -- now we have the opportunity, not just in the Lok Sabha, but also in the Rajya Sabha, to lay the government on the mat.'

Why These Parties Stayed Away From INDIA, NDA

Why These Parties Stayed Away From INDIA, NDA

Rediff.com   1 Aug 2023

'They have no incentive to be part of either the NDA or INDIA at this stage, but they may hedge their bets towards the winning coalition in the post-poll setting.'

Why Did Govt Give ED Boss 3 Extensions?

Why Did Govt Give ED Boss 3 Extensions?

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2023

'This move rendered the chiefs of important investigative agencies to the status of daily wage earners. It undermined the autonomy and independence of the agencies.'

Why BJP And SAD Need Each Other For 2024

Why BJP And SAD Need Each Other For 2024

Rediff.com   18 Jul 2023

For Sikhs, they say, honour is the bottom line; and whatever the state of the SAD's political fortunes today, arrogance will not be helpful in the negotiation.

Which Of These Men Will Have The Last Laugh?

Which Of These Men Will Have The Last Laugh?

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2023

While arithmetic political stability is a reality, the end result of politics in Maharashtra is hard to predict.

'I don't remember who my enemy is'

'I don't remember who my enemy is'

Rediff.com   14 Jul 2023

'If unity is not going to be based on values and principles, how will we achieve it?'

Only 21 tonnes mobilised under gold monetisation scheme in 8 years

Only 21 tonnes mobilised under gold monetisation scheme in 8 years

Rediff.com   13 Jul 2023

Only 21 tonnes of gold have been mobilised in the last eight years under the gold monetisation scheme (GMS) which was announced by the Government of India in November 2015. This could be considered as a failure as the scheme has undergone several changes with a revamped GMS announced in April 2021 to improve collections. This figure was released by the World Gold Council (WGC) on Wednesday in its report titled 'Gold Investment Market and Financialisation, in India gold market series'.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com   5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

Will Sharmila's YSRTP Merge With Congress?

Will Sharmila's YSRTP Merge With Congress?

Rediff.com   3 Jul 2023

Although the BRS is projecting supreme confidence, who will be able to tap anti-incumbency -- the BJP or Sharmila plus the Congress -- remains to be seen.