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

Anti-CEC Protest: SEM Court Releases Abhijeet Dipke After Signing Peace Bond

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke was released on conditional bail after signing a peace bond before the SEM court in Delhi. He was detained ahead of a protest against Chief Election Commissioner

National

L.K. Advani Admitted to ICU With Chest Infection, Condition Stable

Veteran BJP leader L.K. Advani has been admitted to the ICU at Apollo Hospitals in Delhi with a chest infection. His condition is stable, according to the hospital.

Editorial

Uttar Pradesh: Dalit Man Beaten to Death in Front of Wife and Daughters in Sitapur

Manoj Gautam was allegedly beaten to death near National Highway 30 in Sitapur while his family watched. Police have detained four suspects.

National

Delhi Police Tighten Security at Connaught Place, Impose Traffic Curbs Ahead of Tiranga Rally

Delhi Police have increased security and announced traffic restrictions around Connaught Place ahead of the CJP’s planned Tiranga rally.

National

Under Opposition Fire, Election Commission Makes Two Big Moves in 24 Hours

The Election Commission has announced two major changes: a Special Summary Revision of voter lists in 17 states and Union Territories, and searchable PDF copies of electoral rolls for political parties.