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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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.
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Opinion | Congress's Greatest Enemy Isn't BJP, But Itself
As the Congress grapples with its existential crisis, one is left to ponder: can a party so steeped in its own legacy navigate the turbulent waters of contemporary politics? Or is it destined to retrace its steps into irrelevance?
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PM Modi vs Mamata Banerjee: BJP's Kaleidoscopic Strategy In The Bengal Battlefield
As the sun sets on the electoral battle in Bihar, the BJP - which appears to have perfected the art of anticipation - has started laying the groundwork for its next big performance: the West Bengal assembly elections of 2026.
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Rohini Acharya vs Tejashwi Yadav: The Crisis Of Dynastic Politics In Bihar
In the waning light of a summer that once promised prosperity, Lalu Prasad Yadav finds himself in a twilight of his own making, echoing with the poignant shadows of history.
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Bihar Polls' Mahabharat And The Role Of Two Sanjays
In the unfolding drama of the Bihar elections, which ended in a big victory for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and a humiliating defeat for the Mahagathbandhan, there is an inside story of two election warriors, two contrasting personalities.
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Decoding Bihar Trends: NDA Banked On Hope, Mahagathbandhan On Despair
In the kaleidoscopic landscape of Indian politics, few events evoke the fervent spirit of democracy like the assembly elections.
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Pulse of Bihar: How Phase 1 Of Assembly Polls May Unfold
What are the main agendas and who are the star campaigners for the first phase of assembly elections to be held in Bihar on November 6?
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Why Bhumihars Are The Pivot Of 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections
In the heart of Bihar, along the bank of the Ganga river, the town of Mokama (in the district of Patna) is an important and historically significant town known for being an industrial area in the past, a major lentil production centre.
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A Crucible Of Choices: Navigating The Bihar Assembly Election
In the multicultural mosaic of Bihar's political landscape, this year's assembly election will stand as a defining moment, a crossroad where myriad factors converge, each vying for attention.
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On Bihar Opposition's Deputy Chief Minister Pick, A Owaisi's Muslim Question
In the colourful mosaic of Bihar's political landscape, where the holy Ganges and its tributaries flow with a history of resilience and renewal, and where democratic competition for votes has brought about a social churn.
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NDA vs Mahagathbandhan: How Their Social Coalitions Influence Political Representation
In the heart of India, where the holy Ganges flows with a vitality that mirrors the complexities of its people, Bihar stands as a living tapestry woven from threads of caste, community, and cultural richness.
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The Audacity Of Tejashwi Yadav's Ambition: Shifting From 'MY' To 'PDA'
In the intricate smorgasbord of Bihar's political landscape, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has long stood as a formidable player, its roots entrenched in the soil of the Muslim-Yadav coalition.
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The Dimming Of Democracy's Carnival: From Bihar 1995 To Bihar 2025
There was a time when elections in Bihar were not fought - they were celebrated. The year was 1995. I had just returned from California to do a survey of Bihar assembly elections along with the CSDS. I travelled all over the state.
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The Great INDIA Bloc Muddle: A Comedy Of Errors In Bihar
In the unfolding drama of the Bihar assembly polls, the INDIA bloc - an alliance that once promised a united front against the ruling NDA - has transformed into a farcical spectacle of misalignment and muddle.
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Opinion | Prashant Kishor: When The 'Game Changer' Quit The Game
In a realm where perception is often reality, Kishor now embodies the archetype of a politician who talks of a grand game but fails to deliver when it counts.
