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Shaktikanta Das, the former Reserve Bank Governor, joins PM Modi's team as the second Principal Secretary. This new role expands Das's influence beyond his notable RBI tenure, which included crucial economic events like demonetization and pandemic response. His appointment parallels PK Mishra's, indicating a strategic move to enhance Modi's economic policymaking with Das's seasoned expertise.

Shaktikanta Das, the former RBI Governor, has been appointed as the Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Das, known for his pivotal role in steering India's economy during the COVID-19 pandemic, now joins the Prime Minister's Office. His term links to PM Modi's tenure, adding a layer of experienced governance. NITI Aayog's CEO, BVR Subrahmanyam, also had his term extended by a year.

Gyanesh Kumar, an experienced 1988-batch IAS officer, steps in as India's new Chief Election Commissioner, overseeing key elections until 2029. His selection under a recent law has sparked debate, with concerns about its fairness being debated in the Supreme Court.

In the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, Ravinder Singh Negi of the Bharatiya Janata Party clinched victory in the Patparganj constituency, overcoming AAP's Avadh Ojha by 28,072 votes. Ojha, a well-known educator and recent AAP recruit, struggled to maintain the party's hold in a seat previously led by Manish Sisodia. Congress's Anil Chaudhury lagged significantly. The result highlights BJP's strategic campaign success in the region.

Amanatullah Khan of AAP clinched his third consecutive victory in Okhla during the 2025 Delhi elections with 88,943 votes. The competition, involving BJP’s Manish Chaudhary, AIMIM’s Shifa Ur Rehman Khan, and Congress’s Ariba Khan, highlighted AAP’s persistent appeal despite a fragmented Muslim vote.

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has successfully maintained her seat in the Kalkaji constituency during the tight 2025 Assembly Elections, reinforcing AAP's dominance. Initially falling behind in early trends, Atishi overcame BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, showcasing her impactful role in AAP's governance. Her continued success marks a pivotal victory amid challenges, highlighting her unwavering dedication to Delhi's political sphere.

In a surprising turn of events, the BJP achieved a convincing victory in the Milkipur by-election in Uttar Pradesh. Candidate Chandrabhanu Paswan defeated Samajwadi Party's Ajit Prasad by 28,679 votes, amidst allegations of election manipulation. The election, which took place in Ayodhya district, saw significant voter turnout and highlighted the political tensions between the two major parties.

The AAP's severe defeat in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections sparked widespread queries about the absence of Raghav Chadha, highlighting concerns over his leadership role. The BJP secured a decisive victory with 48 seats, ending AAP's long reign amid corruption allegations and internal disputes. AAP leaders Kejriwal and Sisodia lost their seats, and Chadha's future remains uncertain.

Parvesh Verma wins against Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi election, signaling a political change. A viral video features Verma's daughter Sanidhi, showcasing their bond and his dance at a traditional festival. Celebrations highlight family involvement and gratitude towards voters, with emphasis on faith in BJP and Modi. Verma's political journey spans from local assembly to national to local again.

In 2020, exit polls within the Delhi elections closely matched outcomes, predicting AAP's win with 62 seats. Pollsters like India Today-Axis My India foresaw 59-68 seats while Times Now suggested 47. In a deviation from 2015, when AAP's sweep was underestimated, these predictions were more accurate. The 2025 elections, featuring 699 candidates for 70 seats, will gauge opinions on AAP's rule versus BJP's state-level achievements.