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.
Violent protests in Bologna over rising living costs reportedly injured 75 police officers, led to five arrests and caused more than €250,000 in damage.
A 221-foot Ravana effigy in Panchkula became a talking point during Dussehra after social media users claimed its face resembled Prime Minister Narendra Modi.