POLITICS

Great respect within China's power circle for PM Modi & India's posturing

Within China’s inner circles of power, there is significant regard for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government. Beijing sees India not just as a neighbour but as a profound civilisational power with a distinct legacy. China respects India’s firm stance in challenging US tariff pressures and rhetoric, viewing it as a government that upholds its sovereignty confidently. The power circle views India as a rising global player deeply rooted in its ancient traditions, mirroring China’s own civilisational identity. This mutual respect underpins optimism for deeper cooperation amid complex geopolitical dynamics.

Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party to announce candidates for all seats by Oct first week?

The Jan Suraaj Party, led by political strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor, is gearing up to shake Bihar’s political landscape with the likely announcement of candidates across all 243 assembly seats in the first week of October. Political watchers say Kishor’s move will firmly pitch Bihar into a three-way contest, turning the battle between the JDU-BJP alliance and the RJD-led front into a triangular fight. While his party is yet untested at the ballot, Kishor’s grassroots outreach and organisational efforts have attracted attention, especially among young voters and sections disillusioned with traditional parties. Observers believe his entry could redraw caste and community equations, making the electoral arithmetic unpredictable. Although it remains to be seen how much the Jan Suraj Party can translate enthusiasm into actual votes, Kishor’s all-in approach signals his intent to position himself as a formidable alternative in Bihar’s turbulent politics.