Delimitation déjà vu: What India debated in 1949 is back on the table

THE WEEK analyses striking parallels between the Constituent Assembly debates and today’s scenario, as delimitation returns to the spotlight

By Nirmal Jovial April 16, 2026

The unsettled affair of Sivaji’s claws
By R Prasannan
Donald Trump announces 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: How will it impact US-Iran peace talks?
By Ashwin Somanath

Consensus on goal, conflict on execution: Govt champions women's reservation; Opposition questions delimitation linkage
FACT CHECK: Will India's LPG supply take 4 years to recover? Petroleum ministry weighs in
PM Modi, Emmanuel Macron discuss Hormuz blockade, urgent need for navigation freedom in West Asia
Supreme Court invokes Article 142, clears path for revised West Bengal voter rolls
How Revanth Reddy emerged a prominent voice in Congress in protest against delimitation

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Like "Godzilla Minus One", the sequel is being produced by Toho Studios and Robot Communications, with visual effects handled by Shirogumi

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OPINION

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How Camellia Panjabi elevated Indian food culture globally

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When separatism goes mainstream

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Thank you, THE WEEK, for providing me a space

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Let us not politicise budget

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Big Ben and plucky Perera

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Rise of Silver Economy: Empowering India's growing elderly population

At the Silver Economy event, jointly organised by THE WEEK and Goodfellows, experts and professionals from diverse fields came together to explore what it means to age in India

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Redefining retirement: Rise of active, productive and healthy ageing in India

Active ageing in India is becoming crucial as life expectancy rises, and many seniors seek fulfilling lives post-retirement

Unclaimed wealth: Why a will is essential for every Indian family

India's disciplined financial habits build wealth for future generations, yet a substantial amount remains unclaimed due to documentation errors, relocation or lack of heir awareness