From Indira to Modi, 2024 verdict underlines how Indian voters punish the mightiest for hubris

Verdict 2024 underlines the wisdom of India’s voters. From Indira’s Emergency to Modi, they punish the mightiest for hubris. Return to coalition era is a relief from rising majoritarian excess. Question: will Modi course-correct, or double down on the usual? We hope it’s the former, but, sadly, can’t be sure.

Naidu’s return gives Andhra an opportunity to revive Amaravati, scrap three-capital idea

Chandrababu Naidu’s return brings Andhra Pradesh a welcome opportunity to revive Amaravati. Andhra desperately needs a capital, and India new cities. It’s unfortunate that the Jagan government scuppered Amaravati and floated the bizarre three-capital idea. Naidu also has leverage with Centre to restore sanity and make Amaravati his signature project.