POLITICS

Who will be Minister from Odisha if Pradhan is BJP Chief?

In case Union Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan is appointed as new Chief of BJP, then the question is being asked who could be inducted into Modi cabinet from Odisha. Sources said that tie could be between Baijayant Panda or Aparajita Sarangi. But the million dollar question is- will the PM expand his cabinet?

Vaghela’s return adds new twist to Gujarat politics

Political activity in Gujarat is intensifying as local body elections draw closer (by early next year). In an important development, former BJP leader and seasoned politician Shankersinh Vaghela has re-entered active politics by launching a new party, the Praja Shakti Democratic Party (PSDP). This marks Vaghela's third attempt to establish a political outfit and shows his persistent efforts to reclaim a foothold in Gujarat’s politics. Vaghela’s return comes after years of political realignments and shifts, signalling his determination to make a fresh impact in the state’s civic polls. The timing of this move is crucial, as the opposition Congress struggles to recover from a series of electoral defeats, both at state and national level. With the Congress battling to stay relevant, Vaghela’s PSDP is likely to split anti-BJP votes, potentially benefiting the ruling BJP.