Politics

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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Politics

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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Politics, States

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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Politics, States

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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06

Apr

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BJP’s foundation Day was celebrated in a grand way across J&K with party unit organizing functions and celebratory events at multiple places besides party headquarters in Jammu.

BJP’s foundation Day was celebrated in a grand way across J&K with party unit organizing functions and celebratory events at multiple places besides party headquarters in Jammu. Larger part of the celebrations was seen by way of rallies and flag hoisting ceremonies to mark the significance of the day.   The party units organised programmes from the booth to the district level to spread awareness among the public about its ideology and initiatives.As part of the celebrations, BJP workers hoisted party flags at the residence of Sat Sharma in Jammu, at the party headquarters, and took out rallies across the…

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05

Apr

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Cong calls PM’s Lok Sabha seat hike proposal a ‘weapon of mass distraction’

The Congress has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposal of increasing the Lok Sabha House seats, calling it a 'Weapon of Mass Distraction (WMD)'. Congress general secretary in charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh, in a post on X, said that the PM continues to make 'misleading' statements, tricking the public.   "The PM is up to his usual tricks of making misleading statements that are meant to deceive. He says South Indian states will not be hurt in any way if the strength of the Lok Sabha is increased by 50 per cent and the number of seats of each…

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05

Apr

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If you want me to protect you, vote for TMC: Mamata at Farakka

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission (EC) while addressing a public rally in Farakka, alleging unprecedented administrative overreach ahead of the West Bengal Assembly Elections.     Expressing strong displeasure over the transfer of officials, Mamata claimed that even civic bodies were being brought under the Commission’s control.   “I have never before heard of corporations, too, falling under their control,” she said. Alleging bias, she further remarked that officials from Bengal were being sent out while those “close to the BJP” were being brought into the state.   Reiterating…

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04

Apr

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Not temples or mosques, we want jobs: LF releases manifesto

With a strong focus on employment and industrial growth, the Left Front (LF) on Saturday unveiled its manifesto for the West Bengal Assembly Elections, placing jobs, governance, and women’s safety at the centre of its campaign.   The manifesto was released at Pramod Dasgupta Bhawan in the presence of senior CPI(M) leaders Biman Bose and Mohammed Salim. Emphasising a shift from identity politics, the Lf declared, “Not temples or mosques—we want jobs,” positioning development as its core agenda.   The manifesto promises permanent employment opportunities for every family, with a commitment to provide at least two job options to every…

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04

Apr

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Cong DAC to submit report on Haryana RS cross-voting

The Haryana Congress Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) is set to prepare a report and convey its decision to the party high command regarding the alleged cross-voting by five Congress MLAs in last month’s Rajya Sabha elections.   The committee, chaired by senior leader Dharampal Malik, met at the Haryana Congress office on Friday evening.   The five MLAs are accused of cross-voting in favour of the BJP-backed independent candidate. Satish Nandal has been issued a show-cause notice for “anti-party activities” by deliberately not supporting the Congress official candidate.   Polling for the two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana was held…

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