Regional Journal: Tharoor’s starring role on TV-OxBig News Network

In the news for his pro-government stance during and after Operation Sindoor, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor will soon be seen in a new avatar: An anchor for a special series titled, “Imperial Receipts” on Russian state broadcaster Russia Today. The 10-part series will also be telecast on Russia Today India and will explore the impact of colonialism on India and its psyche.

Why Majha mange more

Despite facing fresh corruption charges, Bikram Singh Majithia was inducted into the SAD core committee. Strangely, no other leader from Majha found a place in the panel. Hailed as “Majhe da jarnail”, Majithia commands strong influence in the region. His sole inclusion has left other Majha leaders disheartened, who feel the region is not getting sufficient representation.

Dilli 6 to Himachal BJP

The presence of Bollywood singer Mohit Chauhan with Union Minsiter Kiran Rijiju during his three-day visit to Himachal has left everyone intrigued. The playback singer hailing from Nahan is not known to have exhibited any political leanings. However, his presence at all BJP functions has left party leaders guessing whether it was a mere trip or he’s nursing political aspirations just like actress Kangana Ranaut.

Moving on in Tarn Taran

It’s hard to say with whether politics is evolving or sinking to new lows, but one thing is clear: it does not wait and is not bothered by human grief. The demise of Tarn Taran MLA Kashmir Singh Sohal had barely been announced on Friday before the political machinery started moving. By the evening, parties had started preparations for the bypoll and aspirants had begun staking claims.

Sukhu-Pratibha on same page?

Pratibha Singh, president of the dissolved Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee, said she was willing to continue as state president if the party high command gives her the responsibility. A couple of days back, CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said Pratibha had done a good job as party chief and he had no problems if she continued in the role. If Sukhu and Pratibha are on the same page, then who is stalling the appointment of the new party head and the reconstitution of the organisation?