Highlights of India Today issue dated November 12, 2012. The Cover Story is on High-Society Parties. Urban Indians have begun to party with a passion. With pricey performers and Rs 3 lakh cakes, nothing is beyond reach. The Big Story talks about the Cabinet reshuffle. Political desperations takes priority over administrative urgency in the Cabinet reshuffle that favours election states at the expense of the east and Hindi belt. The Special coverage is on the India Today State of the States Conclave 2012. Gujarat retains top position as the most improved among big states. Delhi moves up six spots to lead among small states. The Nation section showcases Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumars caste trouble. Disillusioned with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, upper caste voters are looking for an alternative.