In a recent article, Harsh Mander compares the current political climate in India to the dark days of Nazi Germany in 1935. He argues that just as Hitler gained support by appealing to the masses, Modi has successfully pulled bahujan voters to the BJP. However, as time goes on, many are starting to drift away from the party. Mander raises important questions about the consequences of this shift in political allegiance and the potential impact on the country.
Severe cyclone Remal made landfall over coastal areas of Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal on Sunday night, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The landfall process is expected to last for 4 hours, with a maximum wind speed of 110-120 kmph. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a review meeting and was briefed about the measures taken, while Governor CV Aananda Bose set up a task force to deal with any uncertainties. 800,000 people have been evacuated in Bangladesh and heavy rainfall and high tidal surges are expected in certain coastal districts.
The deep depression over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a cyclonic storm and is expected to reach southern regions of Bangladesh by this evening. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has advised maritime ports to hoist danger signals as the storm approaches with sustained wind speeds of up to 62 kph. Parts of southern Bangladesh can expect heavy rainfall due to the approaching cyclone.