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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Editorial

Gandhi Jayanti 2026: How Gandhi Became the Mahatma

On Gandhi Jayanti, South Matters looks at how Mohandas Gandhi became the Mahatma through truth, non-violence and his fight against injustice.

Editorial

Maharashtra Leads State-Wise GST Collection in September 2026

Maharashtra led India’s state-wise GST collection in September 2026 with ₹29,986 crore, followed by Karnataka at ₹13,884 crore.

World News

PM Modi Speaks to Captain Smit Machchhar’s Family, Praises His Bravery

PM Modi spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar’s family and praised his bravery after the Indian pilot helped protect hundreds of lives.

World News

Indian Pilot Helps Prevent Flydubai Jet Crash After Cockpit Attack

An Indian pilot helped prevent a possible disaster after a cockpit confrontation on a Flydubai flight forced the aircraft to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

Editorial