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'Ranveer Allahbadia has issued an apology after facing backlash for a crude remark he made about Indian parents during an appearance on Samay Raina's comedy show. The popular content creator and entrepreneur acknowledged that his comment, which many found disrespectful, was inappropriate and that comedy is not his area of expertise. In his apology, Allahbadia expressed regret for the insensitive remark and clarified that it was never his intention to offend anyone. His admission comes after viewers took to social media to criticize him for the distasteful comment about Indian parents, a sensitive topic for many.' 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

'Donald Trump posted a distorted map on Truth Social, showing Canada as part of the United States, with the caption "Oh Canada!” The image quickly drew a response from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party, which took to X to share a clear map that distinguished between areas that are part of the "United States" and those that are "Not the United States."' Read more

'राजनीति का सबसे बड़ा फॉर्मूला जो मेरे लिए मायने रखता है, वह है जनता के साथ सीधा आत्मीय संबंध। विधायक के तौर पर जिस तरह से मैंने जनता की सेवा की है, सांसद का चुनाव जीतने के बाद भी लोग मेरे व्यवहार में कोई कमी नहीं पाएंगे।' Read more

'पहले चरण में वोटिंग प्रतिशत कम होने के बाद से ही सत्ताधारी पार्टी के साथ-साथ विपक्ष भी कम मतदान को लेकर चिंतित है। राजनीतिक विश्लेषक भी इसका कोई सटीक कारण नहीं बता पा रहे हैं, हालांकि जानलेवा गर्मी को इसके प्रमुख कारणों में से एक माना जा रहा है।' Read more

'In this episode of Ballot ki Baat, political researcher Kartikeya Batra delves into the intense political scenario in Maharashtra. The battle for dominance between state parties is heating up, with Shivsena UBT, led by Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray, and Shivsena, led by Eknath Shinde, set for a fierce identity clash in the upcoming elections. Key battlegrounds include Thane, Kalyan, and Mumbai South Central. Who will emerge victorious? Join us as we analyze the stakes and strategies in this high-stakes political contest.' Read more

'In this episode of Ballot Ki Baat, political researcher Kartikeya Batra delves deep into the upcoming elections in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. In Andhra Pradesh, the electoral landscape becomes particularly intriguing as the YSRCP, led by Jagan Reddy, approaches the end of its 10-year term. Will anti-incumbency sentiments affect the party this time, especially with the emergence of a formidable alliance comprising the TDP led by Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena Party, and the BJP? Meanwhile, in Telangana, all eyes are on the recently elected Revanth Reddy government as it steps into the Lok Sabha battlefield. Moreover, there's a significant interest regarding the BJP's potential advancements in these states and how the Congress party will fare, particularly in regions like Odisha, where it has been relegated to the third position.' Read more

'In this episode of Ballot Ki Baat, political researcher Kartikeya Batra dissects the ongoing debate surrounding the caste-based reservation system in India. Amidst opposition allegations that the BJP requires a brute majority in Parliament to amend the constitution and abolish reservation, Kartikeya explores the statements made by prominent BJP leaders like Anant Kumar Hegde and Arun Govil regarding the necessity of over 400 seats for certain changes. While BJP and RSS have reiterated their stance on reservation, questions linger about the party's true intentions. Watch now to uncover the truth behind the brute majority claim and BJP's stance on reservation.' Read more

'Join political researcher Kartikeya Batra as he unravels the complexities of phase three of the elections in this episode of Ballot Ki Baat. Dive deep into the battleground constituencies of Sharad Pawar's Baramati and the stronghold of Samajwadi Party, Mainpuri. With 94 seats at stake, including Gujarat, Goa, Daman and Diu, & Dadar and Nagar Haveli in a single-phase election, the dynamics are intense. Explore the significance of this phase for prominent figures like Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Digvijay Singh, and Supriya Sule. Only time will reveal the victors of this crucial phase.' Read more

'Dive into the intricate world of Karnataka's electoral politics with political researcher Kartikeya Batra in the latest episode of Ballot Ki Baat. As Phase Three of the Loksabha Elections 2024 approaches, 14 crucial seats in Karnataka are up for grabs, including the fiercely contested constituencies of Shivamogga, Ballari, and Koppal. Will Congress maintain its momentum from the 2022 election victory, or will BJP make a comeback? Join us as we analyze the battleground and speculate on the strategies of PM Modi and Amit Shah. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!' Read more