Surjeet M

Verdict 2019: Old Politics Stands Demolished; Modi’s New India Is Here

The resounding repeat mandate for Prime Minister Narendra Modi can safely be assumed to be a validation of the idea…

May 24, 2019

Rahul Has Ensured India Is Not Congress-Mukt, But Tougher Tasks Lie Ahead

These columns have been silent about Congress president Rahul Gandhi. There is a reason. The BJP and all its fellow…

May 13, 2019

Referendum On Nationalism, Hindutva In Begusarai And Bhopal

Considering that the election this time is as much about reaffirming trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi as about redefining…

April 30, 2019

The New Template Of Politics: Four Ways Politics Changed In Five Years

These five years have heralded many new things in Indian politics, virtually creating a fresh template for it. It is…

April 29, 2019

Half-Truths, Emotions & The Superman: Takeaways From Election 2019

The standout dimension in election 2019 is the parade of lies, half-truths and malicious information by all the players involved.…

April 25, 2019

Leaders, Mind Your Language Please; It Stinks

In the age of television and mobile phones, and hyperactive social media, one would expect our leaders to exercise restraint…

April 24, 2019

Poll Result Prediction Not Easy, So Just Enjoy The Democratic Process!

Who is winning - is it Narendra Modi or Rahul Gandhi? NDA or UPA? How many seats for whom? The…

April 19, 2019

The Shift From Positivity To Negativity: How Election 2019 Is Different From 2014

The general election of 2014 was about hope and expectations. The election of 2019 is about redefining the idea of…

April 18, 2019

PM Modi Is Right, Rahul Gandhi Is A Stuck Gramophone

The best advice, at times, comes from one’s greatest adversary. It may not always be sincere and well-intentioned like a…

March 14, 2019

Beyond the Haze: Making Sense Of Five Years Under Narendra Modi

How do you assess the five years of Narendra Modi as prime minister? It is not easy, given that the…

March 11, 2019