The BJP has launched a series of attacks on the Opposition over recent criminal cases in Kannauj, Ayodhya, and Kolkata. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP), saying that the rising influence of the party’s two prominent leaders in Uttar Pradesh has made criminals bolder. He argued that their increased power has emboldened criminal activities in the state. Additionally, Trivedi questioned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for not transferring a serious criminal case to the highest investigating agency in the country. The BJP's criticism highlights their concern over how these cases are being handled and suggests that the Opposition is failing to address issues of crime and safety effectively.

Indian elections were talked about a lot by the foreign media. Foreign country’s close scrutiny were on the Indian elections, but why did the world have such a keen eye on the Indian elections? How India’s image has transformed in recent years on the Global stage? Is India getting powerful on the world stage? Geopolitical analyst Vasu Sharma in conversation with Katyayani Kapoor speaks on India’s changing dynamics in the world and more in this episode of Straight Talk.