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Kerala election 2026: Polls heat up as major fronts step up campaigns and identity politics takes centrestage

Kerala election 2026: Polls heat up as major fronts step up campaigns and identity politics takes centrestage

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As poll campaigning reaches a fever pitch, big names in national politics have landed in Kerala. | Photo Credit: H. Vibhu With barely a week remaining before public campaigning ends for the Kerala Assembly polls 2026, the major political fronts are overhauling their strategies and intensifying their push to win over the electorate for the single-phase polling on April 9. The electoral battle is crystallising as a direct confrontation between the ruling CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) and an invigorated Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF), with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) struggling to muscle in as a third force in the sweepstakes. Against this backdrop, what began as an election focused on development, inflation, and unemployment has since evolved into something far murkier. Conspiracy theories of backroom deals between rival coalitions and cynical identity politics with communal overtures involving outfits such as the SDPI and Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH) are now dominating the fag end of electioneering. As campaigning reaches a fever pitch, big names have landed in the State. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who …

Kerala Kalolsavam 2026 | Bold narratives take centrestage in Drama competition

Kerala Kalolsavam 2026 | Bold narratives take centrestage in Drama competition

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Students of National Higher Secondary School, Kolathur perfrom the play Eravi in the HSS category at the State School Arts Festival, at the Chaldean Syrian Higher Secondary School on Saturday. | Photo Credit: K.K. NAJEEB The Drama competition in the HSS category at the State School Arts Festival, held at the Chaldean Syrian Higher Secondary School here on Saturday, featured performances bold in vision and rich in energy. The striking opening play Eravi, staged by National HSS, Kolathur, was set against a tribal backdrop and told the story of a tribal queen who rose against invading forces. Refusing to bow before oppression, Queen Eravi leads her people into resistance. “It is a play against fascist forces,” S. Neelambari, one of the team members, said. The synchronised movements, intense performances, and gripping stage language reflected months of disciplined preparation. Equally compelling was Pokku by St. Mary’s HSS, Edoor. It was a layered narrative on migration and generational change. Blending humour with seriousness in a contemporary theatrical idiom, the play lingered as a thoughtful reminder of journeys …

Karan Veer Mehra: When the underdog takes centre-stage [Opinion]

Karan Veer Mehra: When the underdog takes centre-stage [Opinion]

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Over the years, I have vehemently vouched for stunt-based reality shows – primarily because I lack the physical strength to perform them. It becomes a guilty pleasure then to watch celebrities perform stunts on Khatron Ke Khiladi, the Indian adaptation of Hollywood’s Fear Factor. Also Read – Cuteness overload! Raha Kapoor says ‘bye’, blows flying kisses as she gets papped with Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor at airport [WATCH] This year, it was the 14th season and all eyes were glued to the hyped and a few over-hyped contestants on the show. Also Read – Orry leaks ‘meant to be deleted’ pictures of Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina and others; check them out There was Karan Veer Mehra too — a lanky guy, who did some great shows at the start of his career. Some personal and professional setbacks and years of struggle later, he finally entered the world of reality shows. Also Read – Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal’s latest picture from their Christmas holiday is nothing but sukoon I remembered him as Vedant Raisinghania …

BJP leader Rahul Narwekar takes centrestage, says ‘His decision on Shiv Sena was correct’ – India TV

BJP leader Rahul Narwekar takes centrestage, says ‘His decision on Shiv Sena was correct’ – India TV

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Image Source : INDIA TV Speaker of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Rahul Narwekar Chunav Manch: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Rahul Narwekar said that his decision on Shiv Sena was correct and in accordance with the Constitution. Narwekar, who is a lawyer by training, also said the judiciary is well aware of its responsibilities and duties. A decision regarding the disqualification of MLAs is the prerogative of the speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Maharashtra speaker Rahul Narwekar said. In June June 21, 2022, Rahul Narwekar had declared the faction led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was the ‘real Shiv Sena’. Rahul Narwekar, who participated in the Chunav Manch which is being held in Mumbai, said that during his tenure as Speaker, the session was the most productive, and the maximum bills were passed. He said, “I have been made the speaker not by BJP or Shiv Sena but by the Maharashtra assembly. I represent all the 288 MLAs of the assembly.”   Talking highly about his party, he said that BJP is the only nationalist party in India which takes …

‘Born Racers’ Take Centre-Stage As MotoGP Next Gen Docu-Series Revealed

‘Born Racers’ Take Centre-Stage As MotoGP Next Gen Docu-Series Revealed

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Photo for representation only© AFP Eurosport India, in partnership with Red Bull, is excited to announce the premiere of Born Racers, a six-part docu-series that chronicles the journeys of young motorcycling talents in the highly competitive Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup. The series will debut on October 20, 2024, exclusively on Eurosport.   Now in its 17th year, the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup is renowned as the premier proving ground for future MotoGP champions, open to riders as young as 15. Born Racers offers an in-depth look at the high-pressure environment these young racers navigate as they pursue their dreams of success in Grand Prix racing.   Through compelling storytelling, the series captures not only the thrilling on-track action but also the personal challenges and sacrifices these athletes face in their quest for glory. Viewers can expect an engaging exploration of talent, determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of motorsports. Topics mentioned in this article Source link

Politics takes ‘centrestage’ in Baramati as Pawars indulge in verbal war on last day of campaigning | Elections News

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HIGH drama prevailed on the final day of the campaigning on Sunday in the prestigious Baramati Lok Sabha constituency as two Pawars clashed in a bid to prove their supremacy and acceptability among the Baramatikars. At the end of the day, it seemed like 84-year-old Sharad Pawar had clearly overshadowed his more flamboyant nephew Ajit Pawar, not in words but by his mere presence. The popularity and admiration that he enjoys among the masses was quite palpable, as they gave full rein to their vocal chords while expressing their support to the Maratha strongman. Much before the NCP (S-P) national president arrived at the Lendi Patti ground off Old Morgaon Road in Baramati city, every inch of the space was occupied by citizens who braved the sweltering heat to see and hear him, with many believing that this could be be his last election campaign speech. Not just the ground was choc-a-bloc with people of all ages, even the entire stage was occupied by leaders, party workers, activists, family members and old-time Baramatikars.Sharad Pawar has …

As Sunita Kejriwal Takes Centrestage, AAP Says ‘She’s Best Person To…’

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Arvind Kejriwal’s wife Sunita has addressed 3 digital briefings so far, in which she read his messages New Delhi: AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj has said that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s wife Sunita is the best person to keep the party together in the prevailing circumstances and asserted that her presence has had a “positive effect” on the cadre. In an interaction with news agency PTI editors at the agency’s headquarters, Mr Bharadwaj, who is also a cabinet minister in the Delhi government, said Sunita Kejriwal has always said that she is the “messenger” of the Delhi Chief Minister who is currently in jail. Noting that the politics of a party does not just revolve around its manifesto, Mr Bharadwaj said the support base and the emotional connection between the cadre and the top leadership also plays a crucial role in keeping an organisation together. “Sunita Kejriwal’s presence has had a positive impact,” he adderted. “She is delivering the messages of Arvind Kejriwal ji. This has had a great impact on our party cadre and …

Women Farmers Take Centrestage at Farmers’ Protest Sites on Women’s Day

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Last Updated: March 09, 2024, 00:09 IST Women farmers during their ongoing protest at the Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border in Patiala district, on 8 March 2024. (PTI photo) The women farmers said the ongoing stir will continue till the time Centre does not accept the demands of the farmers On the occasion of International Women’s Day on Friday, women farmers took centrestage at the farmers’ ongoing protest sites at Shambhu and Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border. The women farmers said the ongoing stir will continue till the time Centre does not accept the demands of the farmers. As the stir at Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites entered its 25th day, many women farmers reached there. A mahila panchayat was also organised in which a number of women participated. Senior farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher, who is among those spearheading the ongoing stir, had earlier said women farmers will take centrestage on international women’s day. ”Our theme will be what should be the role of rural women in winning this morcha,” he said. Women farmer leaders Sukhwinder …