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Manoj C G currently serves as the Chief of National Political Bureau at The Indian Express. A veteran journalist with a career spanning nearly two decades, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the publication's coverage of India's political landscape....Read More

Manoj C G currently serves as the Chief of National Political Bureau at The Indian Express. A veteran journalist with a career spanning nearly two decades, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the publication's coverage of India's political landscape.

Experience & Career: Manoj has built a robust career in political journalism, marked by a transition from wire service reporting to in-depth newspaper analysis.

  • The Indian Express (2008 – Present): He joined the organization in 2008 and has risen to lead the National Political Bureau, overseeing key political coverage.

  • Press Trust of India (PTI): Prior to his tenure at The Indian Express, Manoj worked with India’s premier news agency, PTI, honing his skills in breaking news and accurate reporting.

Expertise & Focus Areas: As a seasoned political observer, Manoj focuses on the nuances of governance and party dynamics.

  • National Politics: extensive reporting on the central government, parliamentary affairs, and national elections.

  • Political Strategy: Deep analysis of party structures, coalition politics, and the shifting ideologies within the Indian political spectrum.

  • Bureau Leadership: directing a team of reporters to cover the most critical developments in the nation's capital.

Authoritativeness & Trust: Manoj’s authoritativeness is grounded in his nearly 20 years of field experience and his leadership role at a legacy newspaper. His long-standing association with The Indian Express underscores a reputation for consistency, editorial integrity, and rigorous reporting standards required of a Bureau Chief.

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Articles by Manoj C.G

👁 charanjit singh channi ajay maken Partap Singh Bajwa

Is Congress preparing for a Punjab shake-up? 66 leaders summoned to Delhi

Jun 16, 2026 21:08 IST

Three-member AICC panel meets 33 leaders on Day 1 of two-day review; infighting, poll strategy in...

Wed, Jun 17, 2026
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Rahul Gandhi’s next big campaign starts with a train to Kota

Jun 16, 2026 07:21 IST

Gandhi will travel from Delhi to the coaching hub in Rajasthan on Wednesday, chatting with students...

Tue, Jun 16, 2026
👁 rebel TMC MPs

Are Trinamool rebel MPs at risk of disqualification? Legal opinions split

Jun 15, 2026 19:56 IST

The dispute centres on whether the anti-defection law protects a breakaway legislature party with...

Tue, Jun 16, 2026
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Ritabrata Banerjee eyes complete takeover of TMC: ‘Civic bodies, district units next’

Jun 15, 2026 07:05 IST

Bengal LoP claims that MLAs in his faction will rise to 67-68. "Twenty to 22 MPs are against them....

Mon, Jun 15, 2026
👁 om birla rebel tmc mp

Another Trinamool twist: Rebel MPs merge with little-known party, meet speaker

Jun 14, 2026 19:42 IST

Minutes before the meeting, the Mamata Banerjee camp had reached out to the Speaker and urged him...

Sun, Jun 14, 2026
👁 Rahul Gandhi file photo express

Hug row flares in INDIA bloc as Rahul Gandhi draws fire from Vijayan over remarks

Jun 13, 2026 22:09 IST

Attacking Rahul for his remarks at Opposition bloc meet that he won't hug ex-Kerala CM despite...

Sun, Jun 14, 2026
👁 tmc (1)

TMC stares at a split as Sudip Bandyopadhyay, Satabdi Roy join huddle with Bhupender Yadav

Jun 13, 2026 16:14 IST

Bandyopadhyay's switch to rebel TMC MPs' group would increase their number to 20, deal a severe...

Sun, Jun 14, 2026
👁 PP-ELECTION-TMC-BASUNIA-08

Rebel TMC MPs ready game plan, look to meet Speaker Om Birla Monday for recognition

Jun 13, 2026 04:57 IST

Dissident MP Jagadish Basunia tells The Indian Express that the rebel faction would meet CM...

Sat, Jun 13, 2026
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Choose between Abhishek Banerjee and us: Loyalists’ ultimatum to Mamata Banerjee

Jun 12, 2026 04:33 IST

Kalyan Banerjee targets Abhishek, Sougata Roy says Mamata must tackle charge of nephew’s...

Fri, Jun 12, 2026
👁 sougata roy facebook

‘With Mamata Banerjee for now but she must listen,’ says Veteran as TMC teeters

Jun 11, 2026 16:38 IST

“Mamata must take the support of the INDIA bloc ... Something must be done to foster closer ties...

Thu, Jun 11, 2026
👁 kakoli dastidar

TMC unravels: Inside party MPs’ revolt against Mamata Banerjee

Jun 08, 2026 20:45 IST

While rebels claim support of 20 MPs — at least 14 attended a meeting at Union Minister Bhupender...

Tue, Jun 09, 2026
👁 INDIA bloc

‘Show a large heart’: Allies send Congress a strong message in INDIA bloc meeting

Jun 08, 2026 19:25 IST

Opposition alliance decides to write to CJI on alleged electoral irregularities, raise demand for...

Tue, Jun 09, 2026
👁 TMC (4)

Trinamool ‘rebel’ MPs at BJP minister’s home, Bengal Chief Minister too

Jun 08, 2026 12:33 IST

20 Trinamool MPs at undisclosed location, in talks to form a separate block or resign, say sources...

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
👁 Sukhendu Sekhar Roy

Trinamool Rajya Sabha MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy resigns, says ‘I was unhappy in party’

Jun 08, 2026 12:05 IST

Sukhendu Sekhar Ray Resigns: Roy’s decision comes at a time when party chief Mamata Banerjee and...

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
👁 Mamata banerjee – sonia gandhi- india bloc meet

TMC Crisis Live Updates: 20 TMC MPs write to Lok Sabha Speaker, seek to join NDA

Jun 08, 2026 09:57 IST

INDIA bloc Meeting | Bengal TMC Political Crisis Live Updates: Adding to the turmoil, veteran...

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
👁 Mamata-Banerjee-2_20260607155645.jpg

After TMC MLAs, MPs may be next: Mamata Banerjee lands in Delhi amid rebellion fears

Jun 07, 2026 21:27 IST

While the rebels are confident that 20 of the party’s 28 MPs are with them, an MP close to former...

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
👁 INDIA leaders’ meeting in New Delhi

Cracks widen in INDIA bloc before meet as CPI(M), JMM call out Congress moves

Jun 06, 2026 18:58 IST

After DMK's bid to boycott June 8 meet, CPI(M) chief Baby, in a scathing letter to Kharge, slams...

Sun, Jun 07, 2026
👁 rahul stalin.jpg (1)

In blow to Opposition, DMK pulls out of June 8 INDIA meet to protest Congress ‘betrayal’

Jun 04, 2026 18:03 IST

This comes after the Congress, long-standing DMK-led alliance partner, extended support to...

Fri, Jun 05, 2026
👁 Budget session of Parliament

Assembly polls and Karnataka transition over, Congress prepares for a major shake-upSubscriber Only

May 31, 2026 17:29 IST

Six state chiefs may be replaced; AICC may also see changes as high command unhappy with several...

Mon, Jun 01, 2026
👁 sachin pilot

Behind Congress leadership’s Karnataka move, a Sachin Pilot lesson in RajasthanSubscriber Only

May 29, 2026 15:09 IST

The impact of the factional feud in Rajasthan had played out during the 2023 Assembly polls, and...

Sat, May 30, 2026
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Why Siddaramaiah had to go now and why Shivakumar’s moment finally arrivedSubscriber Only

May 29, 2026 05:21 IST

From Siddaramaiah’s age to the BJP’s expanding footprint to a 2023 ‘pact’, three factors...

Fri, May 29, 2026
👁 shivakumar

As Siddaramaiah exits, DK Shivakumar set to be Karnataka CM, may have 2-3 deputiesSubscriber Only

May 28, 2026 12:21 IST

Congress high command not averse to making Siddaramaiah's son Yathindra a Deputy CM to ensure...

Thu, May 28, 2026
👁 Siddaramaiah and dk shivkumar

Congress for change of guard in Karnataka, wants Siddaramaiah to goSubscriber Only

May 26, 2026 20:32 IST

Keen that the transition be smooth and dignified, sources said the Chief Minister has been given...

Wed, May 27, 2026
👁 Youth Congress Cockroaches

Cockroach Janta Party has a rival: Youth Congress tries to own the meme moment, has its antennae upSubscriber Only

May 26, 2026 07:00 IST

“We are not confined to social media; we are on the ground,” says Youth Congress president in a...

Tue, May 26, 2026
👁 siddaramaiah shivakumar breakfast

What’s at stake as Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar are summoned to Delhi for talksSubscriber Only

May 25, 2026 20:47 IST

Congress leadership not averse to a leadership change, but wants the transition to be smooth and...

Tue, May 26, 2026
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