Ajit Kumar Jha
Ajit Kumar Jha is Editor Research for NDTV. Ajit specialises in elections, politics, strategy, and political economy. Ajit joined Trinity College, Oxford University to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) and completed an M Litt on the Indian Emergency. While studying for a doctorate at UCLA in Political Economy, Ajit became a California Correspondent for India Today from Los Angeles. Ajit worked as a senior editor for The Times of India, The Indian Express and Hindustan Times. Ajit was the founding editor of the Tribune in the Middle East, in Doha (Qatar Tribune) and Muscat. Later, he joined as Editor Research for India Today, Outlook and the CEO and Editorial Director of BlitzIndia. Ajit has been a regular TV commentator for India Today, Aaj Tak, Al Jazeera, BBC, CNN, News 9, TV9 and NDTV. He is also a commentator for some social media channels.
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Opinion | The Middle East Inferno, And Why India Can Play Mediator
In the shadow of perennially shifting alliances, the recent eruption of hostilities between Iran and a coalition led by Israel and the United States marks a pivotal moment in the geopolitics of the Middle East
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From "Jai Shree Ram" To "Jai Maa Kali": BJP's Cultural Rebranding In Bengal
In the swirling tapestry of Indian politics, few threads are as vibrant - and as contentious - as the narratives woven around cultural symbols.
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Opinion l The Many Shades Of Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026
In the kaleidoscopic narrative of India's economic landscape, the release of Budget 2026 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman marked a day likely to resonate for years to come.
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Opinion | "Crack Team, Internal Unity": Inside BJP's Bengal Election War Room
As the political adagio of West Bengal builds towards the upcoming assembly elections in March-April 2026, one cannot help but observe the intricate dance of ambition, identity, and power at play.
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Opinion | The Audacity Of Abhishek Banerjee's Yatra As A Political Revival
As Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee steps into the vibrant landscape of Bengal with his latest yatra, "Abar Jitbe Bangla" (Bengal will win again), the air is thick with anticipation.
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Trinamool vs BJP: The Big Battle For The Matua Vote Bank
On December 20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Matua-dominated Ranaghat in Bengal's Nadia district held symbolic significance for the Matua voters, who perceive the right to vote as a sine qua non of their identity and sense of security.
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A New Horizon: The India-Oman Trade Pact And The Threads Of Connection
In an age when economic landscapes shift like sand dunes beneath a relentless sun, the recent India-Oman CEPA emerges as a testament to the enduring spirit of collaboration amidst geopolitical uncertainties.
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Why Nitin Nabin Is A Unique Choice For BJP And The Challenges Ahead Of Him
The decision to choose Nitin Nabin over more established figures reveals a keen foresight by the BJP parliamentary board.
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The Ebb And Flow Of Muslim Politics In West Bengal: The Humayun Kabir Gambit
Berhampore, in West Bengal, serves as the administrative headquarters of the Murshidabad district. Nestled on the east bank of the Bhagirathi River (the local name for the Ganges as it flows into and divides Murshidabad), it was founded and fortified
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The Politics Of Heritage: BJP And Reimagining Of Bankim Chandra
In the vibrant tapestry of India's cultural and political landscape, few figures loom as large as Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya.
