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Mumbai's ruling mahayuti alliance faces internal friction as Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi accuses BJP leaders, including Mayor Ritu Tawde, of sidelining Shiv Sena corporators during monsoon-preparedness inspections. Ghadi expressed a need for better coordination, while Tawde denied any conflict, stating elected representatives should inspect different areas to expedite work. This follows a previous protocol dispute during an event.

TMC, BJD, Shiv Sena, NCP, AAP and AGP have all become weak, second-rung players in states they once dominated. And it doesn’t look like that the BJP juggernaut is stopping anytime soon, even to catch its breath

BJP workers celebrated their lead in West Bengal Assembly elections with traditional Bengali meals and sweets like fish curry, rosogolla, and jhalmuri. Similar food-based celebrations, including litti chokha and jalebi, were observed in past elections in Bihar and Haryana, highlighting food's role in political victories.

Maharashtra's ambitious Maharashtra House project in Stuttgart remains shut, sparking criticism from the opposition. Inaugurated 1.5 years ago, the facilitation center for skilled migrants has not become operational. This highlights a significant gap between government announcements and project execution.

The BJP has significantly expanded its political footprint across India, achieving its first chief minister in nine states since Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office in 2014. This expansion, marked by recent victories in West Bengal and Odisha, transforms the party from a Hindi-heartland force into a dominant pan-India political machine, reflecting its governance model and increasing public acceptance.

The BJP's political dominance across India is undeniable, governing most states and the Centre. However, this influence varies significantly, with strongholds like Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat contrasting with regions where alliances are crucial. The party continues to expand its footprint, but challenges remain in the South and West Bengal, making upcoming elections a key test of its growth trajectory.

Unconditional cash transfers just before elections may help fight anti-incumbency, but it bleeds the economy and has limited long-term gains in real welfare of the people

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness for the Women's Reservation Bill, aiming to collect one crore signatures. He criticized opposition parties for opposing the bill, accusing them of hindering women's rights and demonstrating an anti-women mindset. Fadnavis highlighted the bill's passage in 2023 and explained the constitutional process for its implementation.