What they have tried to avoid says as much about their weaknesses as what they choose to highlight, writes Anthony Zurcher. 

​What they have tried to avoid says as much about their weaknesses as what they choose to highlight, writes Anthony Zurcher.  

Fears are growing that the cross-border hostilities could escalate into an all-out war. 

​Fears are growing that the cross-border hostilities could escalate into an all-out war.  

The Congress criticised the Modi government’s leadership, pointing out several policy reversals. These included the cancellation of the UPSC lateral entry proposal for IAS positions, withdrawal of the Broadcasting Services Bill, and restoring property indexation benefits. The BJP defended these actions as flexibility and sensitivity to feedback. Both opposition and NDA allies have welcomed these changes.