Mayawati
The Peace Dividend
Rajeev Deshpande
In a clash of identity politics, law and order gives BJP the advantage in Western Uttar Pradesh
Five Myths About How India Votes
Every election season, interest groups revive old political tropes that are long past their relevance. With five states holding assembly polls in February and March, this year is no exception. The electorate, however, seems to have moved on
New Screening
It is learnt that Priyanka is looking at the formation of a new screening committee for UP elections
The Potential Benefit
CP Joshi thinks the Ashok Gehlot versus Sachin Pilot tussle will gain momentum in Rajasthan and he could emerge as a compromise candidate
Informal Alliance
There are strong rumours of AIMIM’s leader Asaduddin Owaisi being in frequent contact with Mayawati
Brahmin Face
Prasada had been in touch with Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, too, but ultimately decided to place his bet on BJP even though Akhilesh had offered the deputy chief ministership to him
Advantage Adityanath
As the chief minister’s approval ratings rise, the divided opposition in Uttar Pradesh is scrambling for the anti-BJP vote
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