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

BREAKING: Rahul Gandhi Detained Again Near Jantar Mantar as INDIA Bloc Protest Escalates

Rahul Gandhi was detained by Delhi Police near Jantar Mantar as INDIA bloc MPs continued their protest over electoral roll revision and alleged “vote chori”.

National

Delhi Police Blocks INDIA Bloc Protest March at Jantar Mantar

Delhi Police blocks the INDIA bloc protest march at Jantar Mantar as Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi join the demonstration.

National

Rahul Gandhi Leads Flash Protest in Delhi; Security Heightened at Jantar Mantar

Rahul Gandhi and other Opposition leaders staged a flash protest in Delhi against the Election Commission, leading to heavy security deployment around Jantar Mantar.

World News

BREAKING: Houthis Attack Saudi Targets as Yemen Conflict Escalates

Houthi forces have claimed attacks on Saudi airports and military facilities as fighting intensifies between the rebels and Saudi-backed Yemeni forces.

National

RBI Raises Repo Rate to 5.5% in First Hike in Nearly Four Years

The Reserve Bank of India raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.5%, citing rising inflation pressures while maintaining a positive growth outlook.