This collection of reports highlights a period of significant political friction and societal transition within India and its neighboring regions during late 2025. Domestically, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP have intensified their rhetoric against the Congress party, leveling accusations of historical betrayal in Assam and alleging suspicious ties between Rahul Gandhi and foreign billionaires. Conversely, the Congress leadership has launched a fierce critique of the government for dismantling the MGNREGA rural employment framework, while regional tensions in Bihar have escalated following a controversial interaction between the Chief Minister and a Muslim doctor. On the global stage, S. Jaishankar argues that the traditional international order is collapsing in favor of a multipolar reality driven by technological shifts. Meanwhile, Bangladesh faces internal volatility following the assassination of a prominent youth leader, and India’s cricket selectors have made the bold decision to prioritize recent performance over status by dropping Shubman Gill from the T20 World Cup squad. Together, these sources portray a nation navigating complex challenges involving national identity, social welfare, and its evolving role in a changing geopolitical landscape.

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