Bobuq Sayed's debut novel, "No God But Us," follows Afghan-American Delbar from Washington DC to Istanbul, exploring themes of identity, diaspora, and political awakening through his drag persona and a romance with a queer Afghan asylum seeker, Mansur. The review praises its opening but finds the later plot conventional.
Recent state election results reveal a resurgence of anti-incumbency, Hindu vote consolidation, and the enduring appeal of Narendra Modi. Factors like women's safety concerns, the rise of cash transfer schemes, and Gen Z's political awakening also played significant roles. The article delves into these ten decisive elements shaping India's electoral landscape.
Recent state election results reveal a resurgence of anti-incumbency, Hindu vote consolidation, and the enduring appeal of Narendra Modi. Factors like women's safety concerns, the rise of cash transfer schemes, and Gen Z's political awakening also played significant roles. The article delves into these ten decisive elements shaping India's electoral landscape.
