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Sayantan Ghosh

Sayantan Ghosh is an independent journalist based in Kolkata and former policy research fellow at Delhi Assembly Research Center. He tweets as @sayantan_gh

- Opinion
- March 17, 2025, 1:41 PM IST
Opinion | Jaffar Express Siege: Four Myths Pakistan Can No Longer Hide
The lies—about territorial control, economic inclusion, military dominance, and waning insurgency—reveal a nation grappling with denial as much as dissent
- Opinion
- March 7, 2025, 4:37 PM IST
Opinion | Akash Out, BSP Down: Mayawati’s Control Spells Uncertain Days
The BSP’s shrinking relevance, coupled with Mayawati’s refusal to cede control or innovate, paints a grim picture
- Opinion
- March 1, 2025, 2:44 PM IST
Opinion | Trump, Musk, And Patel: A Geopolitical Reckoning Liberals Can’t Ignore
Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Kash Patel—this trio isn’t just a domestic power bloc, they’re a geopolitical tornado threatening to rip through the foundations of the liberal world order
- Opinion
- February 21, 2025, 12:07 PM IST
Opinion | With Rekha Gupta, BJP Checkmates Opposition On Anti-Woman Jibe
Whether this translates into sustained governance success remains to be seen, but for now, it’s a checkmate against the anti-woman narrative
- Opinion
- February 14, 2025, 4:46 PM IST
Opinion | The Delhi Blueprint: How RSS Support And Localised Campaign Delivered For BJP
BJP's Delhi triumph wasn't just happenstance. A potent mix of RSS groundwork and a laser focus on Delhi's everyday concerns, from Yamuna pollution to potholes, proved a winning formula
- Opinion
- February 3, 2025, 6:16 PM IST
Opinion | Budget 2025’s Political Punch: How Modi Government Cornered The Opposition
Budget 2025 may well be remembered as the moment when the Opposition's economic narrative was decisively disarmed, leaving them with an uphill task of reclaiming lost ground
- Opinion
- January 28, 2025, 2:39 PM IST
Opinion | Can AAP Overcome Hurdles To Retain Delhi? The Key Factors At Play
For AAP, retaining power in Delhi is crucial not only for its political survival but also for Kejriwal’s stature as a key player in Indian politics
- Opinion
- December 30, 2024, 6:30 PM IST
Opinion | The Quiet Leader: Four Things Congress Overlooked About Manmohan Singh
Despite steering India through some of its most challenging economic and political periods, Singh often found himself overshadowed and undervalued by his own party, the Congress
- Opinion
- December 19, 2024, 3:41 PM IST
Opinion | Why INDIA Bloc Allies Are Losing Confidence In Congress’ Leadership
Many allies view Congress as both overbearing and indecisive, prioritising its agenda over collective strategy. The party must shed its ‘big brother’ attitude and acknowledge the growing political strength of regional forces
- Opinion
- November 15, 2024, 1:34 PM IST
Opinion | Why Delhi Can’t Breathe: A Story Of Systemic Failures
For Delhi to see lasting improvements in air quality, regulators must prioritise consistent enforcement, secure adequate funding, and ensure that coordinated political will transcends short-term election cycles
- Opinion
- November 9, 2024, 2:46 PM IST
Opinion | From Countering China To Terrorism: How India Could Gain From Trump’s Presidency
Known for a firm stance on Islamist terrorism, Trump’s leadership could see the US and India intensify intelligence-sharing, counter-extremism measures and pressure on neighbouring nations to act against terror networks
- Opinion
- October 28, 2024, 4:19 PM IST
Opinion | Four Reasons Why BJP Has A Clear Edge In Maharashtra and Jharkhand Elections
Following the party’s sweeping victory in Haryana, these elections hold critical importance for the BJP to sustain its political momentum
- Opinion
- April 28, 2024, 8:27 PM IST
Opinion | Congress' Self-Sabotage Saga: Pitroda, Aiyar, and the Gift of Gaffes
The echoes of the past linger; the 2019 elections saw Mani Shankar Aiyar’s caustic remarks towards Prime Minister Modi, which many believe cost the Congress dearly. It seems history may be repeating itself
- Opinion
- March 29, 2024, 3:10 PM IST
Opinion | Lok Sabha Elections: Why Congress and Opposition are Still Clueless About What They are Offering to People
The Opposition’s strategy seems to be woven with a single thread: an unyielding critique of PM Modi. The electorate seeks a manifesto of change that resonates with their daily struggles and dreams, not just a counter-narrative to a leader’s persona
- Opinion
- March 9, 2024, 3:32 PM IST
Opinion | Five Major Obstacles Confronting Mallikarjun Kharge’s Path to Lok Sabha Elections 2024
Kharge’s responsibilities extend far beyond mere micro-management; he is entrusted with the herculean task of negotiating with state leadership, fostering unity, and revitalising the Congress’ electoral machinery nationwide

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