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Why Kerala Needs The K-RAIL Silverline Project?

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  Greetings to all listeners and readers!! The podcast talks about the need for the KRail Silverline Project, enumerating reasons and logic for the same. This episode is based on the article written by the host and presenter Jairam R Prabhu, published in the Journal of Comparative Politics of Bangalore University, titled- K-Rail- A Silverline for Kerala's future. This episode tries to elaborate on various socio-politico-economic reasons how and why the semi-high speed railway network- KRail Silverline Project will be beneficial for the state of Kerala.  References Prabhu J. R. (2024). K-Rail- An opportunity in disguise for Kerala. Journal of Contemporary Politics , 3 (1), 25–31. https://doi.org/10.53989/jcp.v3i1.13 Please find the Link to the Article Summary of the podcast  Generally, these topics aren’t much available in the mainstream media, because they are believed hard to crack and don't address the basics. But, through  our podcasts , we disprove this misc...

A Simple Guide to Puthupally Bye-election 2023

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The most closely watched political story of the past month has been the Puthupally constituency by-election after the demise of the MLA- Oomen Chandy. The election is scheduled to be held on 5th September and the results will be declared on 8th. The news channels are covering this issue second to none. The competition for getting content is not only between TV channels but also between digital news portals.  Beyond electing a new MLA, the election will end the debate on whether the constituency will continue to stay with the opposition or will set the stage for great political context ahead of the Lok Sabha elections next year. No way it is going to change the state politics as LDF is in a comfortable lead. This election has yet to see the pomp and glory of Thrikkakara but there are multiple reasons why Puthupally and Thrikkakara are way different.  Listen to our legal literacy podcast For the longest period of time, the Puthupally constituency has been held by a single MLA- O...

Newscapsule for the Month of August 2023

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Following are the top news for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can signup using the email on the left sidebar.  Article of the month Kerala  Kerala High Court Directs State To Provide Basic Amenities To Flood-Affected Tribal Families In Nilambur Villages. Aluva murder: Cops told to take down content revealing the identity of the victim.  K B Ganesh Kumar MLA criticizes the lack of progress in Kerala over 50 years.  NSS escalates attack on Speaker, asks believers to offer prayers at Ganesha temples across Kerala.  Police files case against Sangh Parivar for provocative slogans in Palakkad.  Kerala government to stop its support for the Silverline project.  Deployment Of Police Near Sabarimala Temple Without Nameplates: Kerala HC Directs Not To Repeat Such Duty Dereliction. Speaker's controversial remark: NSS observed 'Faith Protection Day' on 2nd August. Only AAY cardholders were eligible for th...