Posts

Showing posts from October, 2025

Your simple guide to Elections to five Indian states in 2026: Elections to Kerala, TN, WB, Assam and Puducherry Explained

Image
In 2026, we have an interesting election season with four states and one Union Territory heading to the polls. It has been quite some time since we discussed national-level politics. That is why we are here to remove your confusion regarding these elections in the national picture.  Before you proceed with the topic, do read our previous article for a better understanding! West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and the Union Territory of Puducherry are going to elect their respective governments. The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced dates for assembly polls.  In Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry, polls will be held in a single phase on April 9. Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23. In West Bengal, polls will be held in two phases on April 23 and 29. The counting across all the states will be held on May 4. Nationwide significance of these elections  All the states mentioned here, besides Assam, are opposition-ruled states with a marginal presence of...

The Rise of Non-West: Towards A Multi-Polar World- A Podcast

Image
Greetings to all listeners and readers!! For decades, precisely 75 years, the United States led the world, shaping politics, economy, and culture. This aspect is changing. The rise of non-Western countries- China, Russia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Turkey, Brazil has led to a decline in the generally understood Western-led Liberal/Rules-Based Order. With contemporary issues like protectionism, the rise of illiberal democracies, alternative politics, the Ukraine War, Gaza, and much more, we are experiencing a new type of geopolitics, like we have never seen before. This episode, hence, comprehensively tries to cover various subthemes under the road to multipolarity.  Our Newscapsule Article of the Month  About The Guest Siddharth S- is  currently working in IT, where he enjoys solving complex problems and building practical solutions. Beyond technology and solutions, he is deeply passionate about geopolitics, history, and philosophy, often drawing connections between global d...

News Capsule For The Month of September 2025

Image
  Following are the top news for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can sign up using the email on the left sidebar.  Article of the month Kerala  Bibin Ashok’s ‘Onam Mood’ sets the tone for this year’s festive celebrations. Kerala celebrated Onam festival. UDF opposes the government-backed Ayyappa Summit and refuses to attend it. Emirates celebrates Onam with a special festive menu on flights to Kerala.  KSRTC adds extra holiday buses from the end of the month.  Kerala govt seeks to legalise traditional agricultural sports; Clears draft bill. Kerala Urban Conclave provides 300 suggestions for the state’s urban policy.  Plastic mementos draw flak at urban conclave.  Kochi to host the 25th anniversary of the India International Tea Convention.  Catholic Church hits back against Organiser article.  Kochi collector orders disbursal of 6 months’ advance rent to Chander Kunj residents. Cicada...