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Who's Behind Karnataka's Honey Trap Scandal?

Episode 206March 28, 2025, 04:26 PM IST

Minister KN Rajanna’s shocking claims have sparked a political storm in Karnataka. We explore the history of honey-traps in India, and the deeper battle for power, as well as who might be behind the latest controversy. Tune in!

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The BJP is about to pick its next national president, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will the leadership baton go South to expand the BJP’s reach? Could we witness history with the party’s first female president? Or will loyalty and past electoral wins seal the deal?

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