Bottomline With Barkha

'With the dates announced for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections, the national capital is seeing a three-way fight among the ruling Aam Aadmi Party, Bharatiya Janata Party. and the Congress. Can the Congress increase its vote share, and in effect, help the BJP dethrone the AAP or will Arvind Kejriwal pull off a hattrick? Join us as we decode the latest pre-poll data from the ground. What are the main issues impacting the voters of Delhi? Barkha Dutt speaks to Yashwant Deshmukh, C-Voter' Read more

'Sharad Pawar to reunite with Ajit Pawar? Supriya Sule to get a ministerial berth at the Centre? What's behind the sudden adulation of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis by the Uddhav Sena & Sharad Pawar-led NCP? Join us as we dive deep into the swirling speculation surrounding Sharad Pawar and his potential shift from the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). With Maharashtra's political landscape in flux, could Pawar, the veteran leader of the NCP, break ranks and alter the course of the state's future? Barkha Dutt speaks to Rasheed Kidwai, veteran journalist & author.' Read more

'From Sriram Krishnan to Vivek Ramaswamy To Kash Patel: The Indian-Americans in Trump 2.0 cabinet has led to an outburst of reactions against the H1-B Visa program which allows employers to hire foreign workers in the United States. The debate also touches on a rising tide of racism and xenophobia, particularly against Indian immigrants, who make up a significant portion of H1B visa holders. Are we witnessing a backlash against skilled workers, or is this a legitimate national security concern? The divide within the MAGA movement further complicates the issue, as some argue for a more inclusive approach, while others embrace an "America First" mentality that excludes foreign talent.' Read more

'Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh has publicly apologized for the loss of hundreds of lives during the ethnic violence that plagued the State over the past 20 months. On New Year’s Eve, he expressed hope for a peaceful and stable 2025. “I deeply regret what has transpired since May 3, 2023,” he said. “Many have lost loved ones, and countless have been displaced. I sincerely apologize to all the people of Manipur.” As Barkha Dutt delves into the State's future, the pressing question remains: Will 2025 finally bring peace to Manipur?' Read more

'Patna witnessed chaos as aspirants of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) clashed with the police during a protest at Gandhi Maidan on Sunday. The demonstrators, calling for a re-examination of the 70th BPSC Preliminary Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2024 held on December 13, were met with a mild lathi charge and water cannons. The agitation gained traction with the involvement of Jan Suraaj Chief Prashant Kishore, who joined the aspirants in their demand for exam cancellation over alleged irregularities. However, the protest turned contentious as Bihar Police registered an FIR against 600-700 individuals, including Kishore, accusing them of unauthorized gathering, instigating unrest, and disrupting public order. The situation underscores rising tensions between students and authorities, with the aspirants determined to fight for what they deem a fair chance.' Read more

'In the constitutional debate in Parliament on Saturday, Rahul Gandhi attacked Savarkar, while PM Modi targeted the Nehru-Gandhi family over the Emergency. Is there any point of raking up ghosts from the past, instead of debating issues that actually impact the populace?' Read more

'Bangladesh Row I "Rise Of Islamism In Bangladesh Can.." | Will Modi Ask Hasina to Leave? | Barkha'

'Amid rising India Bangaldesh tensions the continued presence of Sheikh Hasina in India has become a point of conflict. The Bangladesh government has demanded her extradition. Should India be providing a safe haven to Hasina? The question comes as Bangladesh sets an ultimatum for India to send her back. Sheikh Hasina has been in exile in Delhi. These developments emerge as Shehbaz Sharif met Mohd Yunus in Cairo and Pakistan's Army is set to return to Bangladesh after five decades.' Read more

'The political battlefield heats up as MPs from both Narendra Modi's NDA and the Congress-led INDIA bloc clash over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent remarks about BR Ambedkar. The controversy escalates as Prime Minister Modi steps in, accusing Congress and its “ecosystem” of spreading “malicious lies” to cover up years of disrespect towards Ambedkar. Meanwhile, Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra lead a charged march from the Ambedkar statue to Parliament House, raising slogans of 'Jai Bhim' and intensifying the debate. Barkha Dutt dives into the issue, unpacking the politics, accusations, and its implications' Read more

'Doctor Shot Dead Inside Hospital in Delhi I "Nothing Has Changed" I RG Kar I Kolkata I Barkha Dutt'

'A 55-year-old doctor was shot dead at a private nursing home in Delhi's Badarpur area last night, less than two months after the rape-murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, raising serious questions regarding safety of doctors in the country. Barkha Dutt speaks to Dr Suvrankar Datta, senior resident at AIIMS, Delhi, and President, FAIMA' Read more

'One Nation,One Election Debate I Does Modi Govt Have The Numbers ? I BJP vs Congress I Barkha Dutt'

'Is India ready for 'One Nation, One Election'? The Modi government plans to introduce a constitutional amendment bill to hold Lok Sabha and assembly elections simultaneously. But with the numbers stacked against them, how will they make it happen? What’s in the bill, and what are the pros and cons of simultaneous polls? Don’t miss this deep dive into a crucial political debate!' Read more

'"Adani Modi Ek Hai" I Rahul Gandhi Vs Modi I But in Telanaga, KTR Stopped for.. I Barkha Dutt LIVE'

'In an apparent bid to counter allegations against the Adani Group, the BJP has drawn connections between Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul and US billionaire George Soros. Barkha Dutt gets Tehseen Poonawalla and Mohandas Pai to face off!' Read more