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Modi Lands Home After Five-Nation Tour — India Briefing, May 20, 2026

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The Prime Minister's six-day trip to the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy concludes today, with a strategic defence cooperation framework signed with the UAE.

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Modi's Energy Diplomacy Amid West Asia Crisis — India Briefing, May 19

Prime Minister Modi arrives in Italy for the final leg of a diplomatic tour focused on energy security amid rising crude prices due to the Iran war.

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West Asia Energy Crisis Forces Fuel Hike in India — Political Briefing

On May 15, oil marketing companies raised petrol and diesel prices by ₹3/litre, the first hike since April 2022, due to the West Asia energy crisis.

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India's Supreme Court Expansion Ordinance — Political Briefing, May 17

President Droupadi Murmu invoked Article 123 to raise the Supreme Court's strength from 34 to 38 judges due to a backlog of over 93,000 cases.

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Modi Government Breaks Fuel Price Freeze — India Briefing, May 16, 202

State-run refiners hiked petrol and diesel prices by ₹3/litre on May 15, the first increase since April 2022, amid rising oil prices due to the U.S.-Israel war on Iran.

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India Hikes Fuel Prices for First Time in Four Years — Political Brief

State-run refiners raised petrol and diesel prices by ₹3 per litre this morning — the first hike since May 2022 — as Brent crude sits at $107/barrel.

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Congress Names Satheesan as Kerala CM — Political Briefing, May 14,

The AICC today named V.D. Satheesan, 61, as Chief Minister-designate of Kerala, ending a ten-day internal brawl that visibly rattled the Congress-led United Democratic Front's coalition allies.

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Vijay Survives Tamil Nadu Floor Test — India Briefing, May 13, 2026

C. Joseph Vijay secures trust vote with 144 votes, overcoming a court intervention that briefly threatened his majority.

ECI's Voter-Roll Clean-Up: 22 States, 40 Crore Electors
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ECI's Voter-Roll Clean-Up: 22 States, 40 Crore Electors

The ECI's voter roll clean-up reaches 22 states, but faces political and operational hurdles.

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India's Waste Management Rules Face Implementation Challenges
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India's Waste Management Rules Face Implementation Challenges

India's new waste management rules risk failing due to lack of local support.

India's Rural Jobs Law: VB-G RAM G Set to Replace MGNREGA
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India's Rural Jobs Law: VB-G RAM G Set to Replace MGNREGA

India's new VB-G RAM G law aims to transform rural employment with 125 days of work.

Modi’s Austerity Push Shows India’s Forex Squeeze
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Modi’s Austerity Push Shows India’s Forex Squeeze

Modi's austerity call aims to mitigate India's foreign exchange crisis.

Tesla Model 3 India Entry Signals a Niche EV Strategy
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Tesla Model 3 India Entry Signals a Niche EV Strategy

Tesla's Model 3 entry in India highlights its premium market strategy.

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Himanta Sarma’s Oath Signals NDA’s Grip on Assam Cabinet
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Himanta Sarma’s Oath Signals NDA’s Grip on Assam Cabinet

Sarma's oath as Assam CM highlights BJP's dominance and coalition strategy.

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AIADMK Rift Gives Vijay Leverage in Tamil Nadu Power Play

Vijay's coalition gains strength as AIADMK faces internal rifts.

Pawar Pushes Modi’s Austerity Call Into a Political Test
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Pawar Pushes Modi’s Austerity Call Into a Political Test

Sharad Pawar challenges Modi's austerity measures, demanding political consensus.

NEET UG Cancellation Highlights Trust Issues in Indian Exams
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NEET UG Cancellation Highlights Trust Issues in Indian Exams

The NTA's full cancellation of NEET-UG reveals deep trust issues in India's exam system.

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Centre's Labour Code Rollout: Power Shift to Employers
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Centre's Labour Code Rollout: Power Shift to Employers

The Centre's new labour codes centralize wage control, favoring employers.

Madras HC Freezes TVK MLA's Vote Ahead of Tamil Nadu Floor Test
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Madras HC Freezes TVK MLA's Vote Ahead of Tamil Nadu Floor Test

Madras HC's ruling on a one-vote MLA could reshape Tamil Nadu's power balance.

Kerala CM Delay Hands Congress Rivals a Fresh Weapon
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Kerala CM Delay Hands Congress Rivals a Fresh Weapon

BJP's Muraleedharan uses Congress's CM delay to attack its governance.

NEET Cancellation Hands Opposition a Fresh Attack Line
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NEET Cancellation Hands Opposition a Fresh Attack Line

The NEET-UG 2026 cancellation exposes government failures, fueling opposition attacks.

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Modi Bengaluru Security Scare Widens Into NIA Probe
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Modi Bengaluru Security Scare Widens Into NIA Probe

Bengaluru incident escalates as NIA joins probe into PM Modi's security scare.

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Nageswaran Turns Rupee Slump Into FY27 Priority

India's Chief Economic Advisor warns that managing the rupee's decline is now crucial for FY27.

Maharashtra Opposition Turns Modi’s Austerity Pitch Into a Test
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Maharashtra Opposition Turns Modi’s Austerity Pitch Into a Test

Maharashtra's opposition seizes on Modi's austerity pitch to challenge the Centre's credibility.

Noida’s Wage Revolt Exposes India’s Labour Code Gap
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Noida’s Wage Revolt Exposes India’s Labour Code Gap

Noida's protests reveal a critical struggle over labor rights and wage standards.

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Raj Thackeray Critiques Modi's Austerity Call Amid Inflation
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Raj Thackeray Critiques Modi's Austerity Call Amid Inflation

Raj Thackeray's critique of Modi's austerity plea highlights class disparities.

AIADMK Rebel Bloc Backs TVK, Tightens the Noose on EPS
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AIADMK Rebel Bloc Backs TVK, Tightens the Noose on EPS

AIADMK rebels shift support to TVK, undermining EPS's leadership.

Modi's Fuel Conservation Call Faces Political Convoy Challenge
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Modi's Fuel Conservation Call Faces Political Convoy Challenge

Modi's fuel conservation plea tests political will amid VIP convoy culture.

Kerala CM Deadlock Gives IUML and Satheesan New Leverage
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Kerala CM Deadlock Gives IUML and Satheesan New Leverage

The delay in naming Kerala's chief minister is undermining Congress's momentum.

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Urdu Press Urges Suvendu and Vijay to Embrace Change
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Urdu Press Urges Suvendu and Vijay to Embrace Change

Urdu editorials urge Suvendu and Vijay to prioritize governance and coalition discipline.

Modi’s Fuel-Saving Appeal Gives Opposition New Attack Line
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Modi’s Fuel-Saving Appeal Gives Opposition New Attack Line

Modi's call for fuel savings sparks political tensions amid economic concerns.

Tamil Nadu's Live Floor Test: A Political Showdown for Vijay
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Tamil Nadu's Live Floor Test: A Political Showdown for Vijay

Tamil Nadu's live floor test on May 13 is a pivotal moment for Vijay's government.

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West Bengal's BJP Government Moves Fast — India Briefing, May 12, 2026

Suvendu Adhikari's cabinet makes six key decisions, while TMC challenges BJP's victory margins in court.

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Uttar Pradesh's Piped Water Initiative: Funding and Challenges
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Uttar Pradesh's Piped Water Initiative: Funding and Challenges

Uttar Pradesh's rural water supply funding is secured, but execution remains a challenge.

RBI-ECB Pact Deepens India’s Financial Bridge to Europe
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RBI-ECB Pact Deepens India’s Financial Bridge to Europe

India and the ECB deepen ties, enhancing financial diplomacy and cooperation.

Delhi’s ₹2,500 Woman Aid Moves From Promise to Portal
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Delhi’s ₹2,500 Woman Aid Moves From Promise to Portal

Delhi's ₹2,500 cash aid for women shifts from promise to portal launch.

Great Nicobar Fight Turns on the Paper Trail
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Great Nicobar Fight Turns on the Paper Trail

Jairam Ramesh's push for transparency in the Great Nicobar project raises critical environmental concerns.

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UP Cabinet Expansion: BJP's Caste Strategy for 2027 Elections
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UP Cabinet Expansion: BJP's Caste Strategy for 2027 Elections

BJP's cabinet expansion in UP signals a strategic caste balancing for 2027.

Suvendu Adhikari’s First Test: Governing All Bengal
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Suvendu Adhikari’s First Test: Governing All Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari must transform BJP's victory into inclusive governance in Bengal.

India's Supreme Court Expands to 38 Judges Amid Backlog
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India's Supreme Court Expands to 38 Judges Amid Backlog

India's Supreme Court expands to 38 judges, but backlog in lower courts remains critical.