Opinion | Israel And Iran Are Now Stuck In Their Own Zero-Sum Game

Sanjal Shastri | Thursday October 03, 2024

The heart of the matter is that Iran - along with its proxies and Israel - has taken a maximalist position on the negotiating table. This makes it far more difficult to arrive at a negotiated settlement.

Opinion: Making Sense Of Karnataka Government's Language Mandate

Sanjal Shastri | Wednesday February 28, 2024

Given the emotional draw of the Kannada linguistic identity in large parts of the state, both the Congress and the BJP are actually on the same page on the issue. If anything, they are trying to outdo each other.

Opinion: End Of The Road For The I.N.D.I.A Grouping?

Sanjal Shastri | Monday January 29, 2024

The reality is that the I.N.D.I.A grouping has multiple ideological and political contradictions, which were bound to surface at some point.

Opinion: 4 Big Takeaways From 2023 State Elections

Sanjal Shastri | Sunday December 03, 2023

While these elections do not provide an action replay of what is going to happen in the Lok Sabha elections next year, there are a few trends that are crucial.

Opinion: Key Issues To Keep An Eye On G20 Summit 2023

Sanjal Shastri | Sunday September 03, 2023

With just days to go for the G20 Summit, India is gearing up to welcome a galaxy of powerful global leaders. Given the high-profile nature of the event, expectations are high. Important questions are also being raised.

Opinion: Karnataka Elections - Key Takeaways For Congress, BJP

Sanjal Shastri | Saturday May 13, 2023

The two campaign narratives were unique and were built around each party's perceived strengths.

Opinion: Modi Roadshows In Bengaluru And BJP's Karnataka Hope

Sanjal Shastri | Friday May 05, 2023

The back-to-back roadshows come at the tail end of an intense campaign for next week's election. Less than a week before voting day, parties are making every possible attempt to win over voters.

Opinion: In 'Dahi' And Nandini, A Taste Of BJP's Catch-22 In Karnataka

Sanjal Shastri | Monday April 24, 2023

For the opposition, keeping it local and focusing on the state government's performance is more likely to bring electoral rewards. One will need to wait until the May 13 to see which of the two campaigns proves to be more successful.

Opinion: Dakshina Kannada - BJP's Domain, Now Ripe For Congress

Sanjal Shastri | Monday April 10, 2023

Dakshina Kannada will be a close fight. The unease amongst grassroots volunteers and sections of the OBCs is a matter of concern for the BJP but one of possibilities for the Congress.