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The Making of Brand Modi
April 01, 2021

The Making of Brand Modi

By Asim Ali
Narendra Modi has created one of the most powerful political brands in India’s history. But that centralization of power creates its own weaknesses.

AIADMK and BJP Team Up to Fight Polls in Indian State of Tamil Nadu
February 02, 2021

AIADMK and BJP Team Up to Fight Polls in Indian State of Tamil Nadu

By Sudha Ramachandran
The marriage of convenience comes amid visible signs of rift between the two.
Can the BJP Win the Battle for Tamil Nadu?
March 15, 2019

Can the BJP Win the Battle for Tamil Nadu?

By Divya Chandrababu
The BJP kicked off its campaign in the southern state, where it is battling the impression of being an outsider.

Are Tamil Nadu’s Dravidian Parties on a Terminal Decline?
January 31, 2019

Are Tamil Nadu’s Dravidian Parties on a Terminal Decline?

By Pravin Prakash
The struggle to claim Tamil identity will redefine both Tamil nationalism and Tamil Nadu in years to come.

A Copper Plant Crisis Shows India Puts Profit Over People
July 13, 2018

A Copper Plant Crisis Shows India Puts Profit Over People

By Amit Sengupta
A simmering local dispute in Tamil Nadu emphasizes human security challenges in India.

Killed for Protecting One's Land: Lessons From Thoothukudi
June 26, 2018

Killed for Protecting One's Land: Lessons From Thoothukudi

By Priyanka Borpujari
Violence in Thoothukudi highlights longstanding problems in India.

After Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu's Political Power Struggle Continues
February 18, 2017

After Jayalalithaa, Tamil Nadu's Political Power Struggle Continues

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
The weeks following J Jayalalithaa's death have seen a dramatic factional power struggle play out in Tamil Nadu.
Why Jayalalithaa Mattered For the Indian State of Tamil Nadu
December 09, 2016

Why Jayalalithaa Mattered For the Indian State of Tamil Nadu

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu's recently deceased chief minister leaves a towering legacy behind her.

Farewell Amma: Chennai Mourns Jayalalithaa
December 08, 2016

Farewell Amma: Chennai Mourns Jayalalithaa

By Samuel Theodre
Grief rocked the capital of Tamil Nadu after the death of the state's long-time chief minister.

Tamil Nadu's J Jayalalithaa, an Indian Political Giant, Dead at 68
December 06, 2016

Tamil Nadu's J Jayalalithaa, an Indian Political Giant, Dead at 68

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Tamil Nadu's "Iron Lady" passes away, leaving a titanic influence on state politics.

Warming Up for the Polls in India: What's at Stake in Tamil Nadu's State Elections
May 04, 2016

Warming Up for the Polls in India: What's at Stake in Tamil Nadu's State Elections

By Padmapriya Govindarajan
From the preparations of the Election Commission to the trends in the opinion polls, here's why Tamil Nadu matters in Indian politics.
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