7 The Poliglot This Week The Congress’s predicaments in Andhra and its uneasy relationship with the BSP, how Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, despite being a BJP ally, holds his own, and much more. 16 Another Chance of AAP Much has changed since the Aam Admi Party swept Delhi voters off their feet. The charm may have gone but hope still remains for AAP in the capital. Analysing the party’s chances. 32 The Big Bit-Sized Bets The world of fantasy gaming apps lies in the grey zone of legality: it offers millions a chance to place bets on matches and the turnover is in crores. A study. 44 Wind Wrath And Water Woes Two states in India are battling almost bipolar climate calamities: a drought in Karnataka and a cyclone in Odisha. A look at how they are coping with these weather extremities. 58 A Film For Ponni’s Son A Mani Ratnam film seeks to recreate the magic of the grand Ponniyin Selvan, Tamil Nadu’s most iconic novel. In the past, MGR had tried too, but failed. Best wishes. 4 LETTERS 62 BOOKS 64 GLITTERATI 66 DIARY