KS Kumar

KS Kumar leads South Matters’ political and government coverage, tracking national politics, policy decisions and developments that shape India. He also covers India and world news, and writes political analysis that explains what major events mean for readers in the South.

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National

Delhi Traders’ Union Warns ₹10,000 Crore Business at Risk if Rahul Gandhi’s November 1 Rally Proceeds

Delhi’s Chamber of Trade and Industry has asked Rahul Gandhi to postpone the November 1 rally, citing potential business disruption and losses during the festive season.

National

Dhruv Rathee, CJP Leaders React to Alleged Manhandling of Former AP Minister Vidadala Rajini

Dhruv Rathee, Saurav Das and several activists have reacted to the controversy surrounding the alleged manhandling of former Andhra Pradesh minister Vidadala Rajini.

National

Gold Rate Today: 22K and 24K Gold Prices in India on October 23, 2026

Gold prices declined in India on October 23, 2026. Check the latest reported 18K, 22K and 24K gold rates, including prices in Vijayawada.

Editorial

DK Shivakumar Alleges Industrialist Tried to Sting Him and Kerala CM Using Meta Glasses

DK Shivakumar claims an industrialist’s Meta smart glasses raised suspicions of a possible sting operation targeting him and Kerala leader V.D. Satheesan.

National

Sleeper Vande Bharat Express Between Varanasi and New Delhi Likely to Launch on October 31

The Varanasi–New Delhi Sleeper Vande Bharat Express may be inaugurated on October 31, while the Varanasi–Sabarmati Superfast Express is also expected to launch.