The Congress appeared divided over senior leader Digvijaya Singh’s remarks that appeared to be in favour of the RSS and the BJP, even as he clarified he remained a staunch opponent of their ideologies.

Low turnout for Delhi hot air balloon rides has forced organisers to slash prices from the initial Rs 3,000 per person to Rs 2,300.

Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta’s power. 

​Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta’s power.