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Mamata Banerjee
March 25, 2019
5 Kings and 1 Queen: Who Are the Most Powerful State Leaders in India?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Which of India’s chief ministers are really chief? And how should we measure this?
September 07, 2018
Can a 'Federal Front' Help Take Down India's Modi?
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
Regional heavyweights are gearing up to try and launch national political careers in next year's elections.
July 31, 2017
Gorkhaland: Troubles on the Teesta
By Gauri Noolkar-Oak
How water-sharing on the Teesta factors in to the debate over a new Gorkhaland state.
September 23, 2016
The Singur Land Saga Reaches a Historic Point
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
The Singur land verdict sets an interest example.
April 12, 2016
Indian State Elections in West Bengal, Assam: What Are the Stakes?
By Ankit Panda
India's ruling party will need a strong showing in upcoming state elections for its national reform agenda to succeed.
May 08, 2014
Interview: Sugata Bose
By Anuradha Sharma
The Diplomat speaks with the Harvard historian and first-time politician about the Indian elections.
November 12, 2013
Bihar's Chhath Festival Enjoys National Prominence in India
The celebration of Bihar’s Chhath festival signals the rise of Bihari customs in Indian society.
April 13, 2013
West Bengal: A State in Need of Redemption
Under Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal continues to struggle politically and economically.
October 02, 2012
Mamata and Congress at Each Other’s Throats
A thorn in the government’s side, the chief minister of W. Bengal is courting the Congress party’s regional allies.
May 13, 2012
Anna Hazare Eyes New Push
Activist Anna Hazare, armed with the results of a new survey, is planning a new nationwide agitation.
May 09, 2012
Clinton Covers India Bases
Hillary Clinton has made what is likely her last visit to India as secretary of state. There were no big hiccups.
March 16, 2012
Will Banerjee Derail UPA?
Plans for a hike in rail fares by Dinesh Trivedi have angered West Bengal’s chief minister. Congress is in trouble.
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