Centre-state relations
BJP's Ideological Dilemma: Reconciling Integral Humanism with India's Constitutional Framework
Dec 05, 2025 08:29 pm CST
This analysis examines the fundamental contradiction between the BJP's guiding philosophy of Integral Humanism and India's Constitutional principles. As Prime Minister Modi celebrates the Constitution, questions arise about how the party reconciles Deendayal Upadhyaya's views on nationalism, federalism, and socialism with constitutional mandates, highlighting an ideological tension at the heart of India's ruling party.
Punjab BJP Chief Affirms Chandigarh as "Integral Part of Punjab" Amid Constitutional Amendment Controversy
Nov 23, 2025 05:28 pm CST
Amid political tensions over the Centre's plans to place Chandigarh under direct Presidential control through Article 240, Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar has reassured citizens that "Chandigarh is an integral part of Punjab." The proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 has sparked strong opposition from Punjab political leaders across parties, who maintain that Punjab's right to its capital city is non-negotiable.
Union Home Ministry Clarifies No Final Decision on Chandigarh Status Amid Political Controversy
Nov 23, 2025 05:09 pm CST
The Union Home Ministry has issued a clarification stating no final decision has been made regarding Chandigarh's status under Article 240 of the Constitution, following widespread political opposition from Punjab parties. The proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 had triggered concerns about changing the Union Territory's governance structure, with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and other political leaders strongly opposing any move to alter Chandigarh's relationship with Punjab.
Tamil Nadu's Battle for Metro Projects: MK Stalin Accuses Centre of Political Bias in Rejecting Madurai and Coimbatore Proposals
Nov 20, 2025 01:10 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused the central government of political bias in rejecting metro rail projects for Madurai and Coimbatore, while approving similar projects in BJP-ruled states with smaller populations. The dispute highlights growing Centre-state tensions ahead of 2026 Assembly elections, with the DMK planning protests and even BJP ally AIADMK urging approval of the projects.