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11

Apr

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‘TMC goons should stay indoors’, warns Shah against poll-rigging

With polling scheduled in two phases on April 23 and 29 in West Bengal, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday issued a stern warning against any attempts to disrupt the electoral process. Targeting alleged elements linked to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), he said that any effort to rig votes or interfere with polling would be met with strict action.   “Trinamool’s goons should stay indoors on the 23rd and 29th. Every necessary measure will be taken to ensure that none of ‘Mamata-di’s’ goons can interfere with the voting process,” Shah said, issuing a strong warning ahead of the upcoming polling…

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11

Apr

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Tharoor slams ‘politics’ over women’s reservation law

Shashi Tharoor, Congress leader, has raised  serious issues regarding the three-day special session of Parliament scheduled to discuss changes to the law relating to women's reservation. On Saturday, Tharoor stated that the changes being considered should not be limited to being a tool in politics that endangers the spirit of federalism or undermines the deliberative process of the Parliament.   In a statement shared on X, Tharoor suggested that the government’s decision to convene this sudden session is a strategic move designed to gain political leverage before state elections, while also laying the groundwork for a delimitation exercise ahead of…

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10

Apr

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Mamata flags EVM tampering risk

Alleging possible tampering of electronic voting machines (EVMs), West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday issued a strong directive to party workers to remain vigilant at polling booths until voting concludes.   Addressing a massive rally at Tentulia High School grounds in North 24 Parganas ahead of the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo warned, “No one is to leave the booth until the voting ends. They will try to tamper with EVMs. Remember, chips can be inserted to steal votes. Outsiders are being brought in.”   Despite arriving nearly an hour behind schedule, Mamata was greeted by…

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10

Apr

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Mehbooba targets NC govt over rejection of pro-poor bills

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti targeted the ruling National Conference government for opposing people-friendly and pro-poor policies during the recently concluded Assembly Budget session.   During a party convention in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, the PDP chief said the ruling dispensation has decided to dodge the policies aimed at benefiting the poorer and needy sections of the society.   She highlighted the concerns of the general public at the convention and said, “People are worried about losing their land; tribals fear demolition, yet the Omar Abdullah-led government rejected our proposed bill to regularise state land between 5 and…

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09

Apr

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09

Apr

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Priyanka, Rahul corner PM Modi over Sarma’s remark against Kharge

The political atmosphere in New Delhi has sharpened significantly following a series of disparaging remarks made by the Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, directed at Mallikarjun Kharge. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led the Congress party's counter-attack on Wednesday, labelling the Chief Minister’s language "utterly shameful" and demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi clarify whether he condones such insults.   The row was ignited on Tuesday when Sarma suggested that the Congress president was "speaking like a mad man" due to his age. This outburst followed Kharge’s calls for central agencies to investigate allegations levelled against the Assam leader. In a…

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08

Apr

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Congress leader Pawan Khera has moved the Telangana High Court seeking  interim protection from arrest in the case registered against him by Assam Police.

Congress leader Pawan Khera has moved the Telangana High Court seeking  interim protection from arrest in the case registered against him by Assam Police. Khera has sought anticipatory bail in an FIR filed by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's wife amid allegations related to her holding multiple passports. The plea is listed for hearing before Telangana High Court Justice K Sujana on Thursday.     Assam Police has booked Khera in a case of alleged defamation, forgery and criminal conspiracy. The case was registered following his recent claims that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife Riniki Bhuyan holds multiple…

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08

Apr

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Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Tuesday hit out at the rejection of notices from the opposition to move a motion in Parliament for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Terming the move as 'partisan', Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Tuesday hit out at the rejection of notices from the opposition to move a motion in Parliament for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, saying it was decided that there are no facts in the allegations without an investigation.   Sibal, who is a senior advocate, said if constitutional authorities take such decisions, then the polarised politics in the country will continue.Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday rejected separate notices from the opposition to move a motion for the…

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07

Apr

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With ₹5,863 cr assets, AIADMK’s Leema Rose is TN’s richest candidate

AIADMK candidate Leema Rose has emerged as the richest contestant in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, declaring total family assets worth Rs 5,863 crore in her nomination affidavit. Leema, who is contesting from the Lalgudi constituency in Tiruchirappalli district, disclosed movable assets worth Rs 139 crore and immovable properties valued at Rs 910 crore in her own name, according to documents submitted to election authorities.   A significant portion of the family’s wealth is attributed to her husband, Martin, a businessman, who has declared movable assets worth Rs 3,262 crore and immovable assets amounting to Rs 887 crore. Their…

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07

Apr

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GNLF backs BJP in north Bengal hills ahead of WB Assembly polls

Putting an end to prolonged speculation, the Gorkha National Liberation Front (GNLF) has officially announced its support for the BJP in north Bengal hills ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal. The declaration was made on Sunday, coinciding with the party’s 46th Foundation Day, where the GNLF confirmed it would back BJP candidates in the three hill constituencies as a constituent of the NDA alliance.   The announcement came during an event organised by the party’s Kurseong branch committee. The programme was presided over by party president Mann Ghisingh and anchored by branch secretary Yudhe Chettri. Among those present were…

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