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Newly disclosed emails show that Jeffrey Epstein wasn’t just a social pariah — he continued advising powerful people long after his 2008 conviction. From politics to business and academia, elites sought his counsel on everything from career moves and media strategy to personal dilemmas.
Prashant Kishor highlights why new political ventures rarely thrive in India. He points to weak grassroots networks, limited long-term planning, and overreliance on quick wins. Kishor argues that without consistent community engagement and strong organizational structures, most political start-ups fail to make a lasting impact.
In the 2025 Bihar assembly elections, Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) surged ahead, leading in over 20 seats—a dramatic turnaround from its one-seat tally in 2020. This sharp improvement signals the party’s growing influence within the larger alliance.
As Bihar awaits its election results, exit polls suggest a likely win for the NDA. However, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has rejected these forecasts, calling them inaccurate and misleading ahead of the official count.
The Supreme Court pulled up the Tamil Nadu government for its hesitation over the State Intelligence Report (SIR) and issued a notice to the Election Commission. The court’s remarks spotlight growing tensions around transparency and accountability ahead of the upcoming elections.
