Rajdeep Sardesai on Mamata, Suvendu, Hemanta and Tharoor as CM
This conversation with Rajdeep Sardesai dives into the shifting political landscape.
On this special report, the focus is on the high-energy Beating Retreat ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border on the occasion of Republic Day. The ceremony, featuring the Border Security Force (BSF) and Pakistani Rangers, is marked by aggressive marching, high kicks, and patriotic slogans. The speaker notes that the event 'symbolizes India's commitment to justice, liberty, equality, fraternity, all that is joined in the Constitution.' The transcript highlights the synchronized lowering of the flags without the opening of gates or handshakes, a practice maintained following specific security considerations. Thousands of visitors gathered to witness the spectacle, chanting 'Hindustan Zindabad' and 'Vande Mataram' as the tricolour was respectfully lowered at sunset. The report captures the intense motivation of the BSF personnel, both men and women, who lead the crowd in a display of national pride and strength at India's first line of defence.
This conversation with Rajdeep Sardesai dives into the shifting political landscape.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, legal expert Harish Salve discussed the constitutional crisis in West Bengal following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to resign despite losing her seat and the decisive mandate against her party.
An India Today ground report from Tehran details the ongoing conflict, its impact on the city's infrastructure and how Iranians have gathered at Enghelab Square to demonstrate solidarity and unity amid war.
The Congress state unit in Tamil Nadu held an online meeting and decided to extend support to TVK. Congress is seeking a power-sharing agreement and is likely to demand two cabinet portfolios, along with a few board and corporation chairman posts, and other government roles such as trust members and directors.