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‘I.N.D.I.A. alliance will sweep all 10 seats in UP by-polls,’ says Cong leader Sachin Pilot

‘I.N.D.I.A. alliance will sweep all 10 seats in UP by-polls,’ says Cong leader Sachin Pilot

21 Aug 2024 21:09 PM IST

Congress leader Sachin Pilot expressed strong confidence in the INDIA alliance’s chances in the upcoming by-elections for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, stating that the alliance would secure all 10 seats. During a visit to Lucknow on Wednesday, Pilot said, “There are by-elections on 10 seats in Uttar Pradesh, and the
Bandi Sanjay claims BRS-Cong merger; KTR denies deal amid Kavitha’s bail struggles

Bandi Sanjay claims BRS-Cong merger; KTR denies deal amid Kavitha’s bail struggles

21 Aug 2024 17:56 PM IST

Senior BJP leader and Union Minister of State, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, claimed on Wednesday that the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS), led by former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), is set to merge with the Congress party. Sanjay Kumar attributed Congress’s recent nomination of Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Kavitha’s lawyer,
How U.S. Presidents Are Elected: A Story of Democracy and its Challenges

How U.S. Presidents Are Elected: A Story of Democracy and its Challenges

21 Aug 2024 17:40 PM IST

The election of a U.S. president is a fascinating, complex, and often controversial process. It’s a story of democracy in action, where millions of voices come together to choose a leader who will shape the nation’s future. However, beneath the surface of this grand democratic exercise lies a system that
JP Nadda meets Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim in Delhi to strengthen party ties

JP Nadda meets Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim in Delhi to strengthen party ties

21 Aug 2024 16:54 PM IST

On Wednesday, Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in New Delhi as part of the “Know BJP” initiative. Prime Minister Ibrahim is on a three-day state visit to India, marking his first official visit since assuming office. Vijay Chauthaiwale,
Lateral Entry in Govt Positions: Pros and Cons

Lateral Entry in Govt Positions: Pros and Cons

20 Aug 2024 16:31 PM IST

Lateral entry into government positions has become a contentious topic in Indian politics. This process involves hiring professionals from outside the traditional civil services framework to fill high-level administrative roles. Recently, the Indian government announced a series of lateral entry positions for Joint Secretaries, Directors, and Deputy Secretaries through the
Kolkata rape-murder case: BJP accuses Mamata Banerjee of obstructing justice

Kolkata rape-murder case: BJP accuses Mamata Banerjee of obstructing justice

19 Aug 2024 18:38 PM IST

On Monday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of obstructing justice in the sexual assault and murder case of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia labeled Banerjee as a
J&K Assembly Polls 2024: Omar Abdullah unveils National Conference manifesto, vows to restore article 370 and 35A

J&K Assembly Polls 2024: Omar Abdullah unveils National Conference manifesto, vows to restore article 370 and 35A

19 Aug 2024 18:15 PM IST

On Monday, National Conference (NC) Vice-President Omar Abdullah unveiled the party’s manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir during a release event in Srinagar. The manifesto outlines a comprehensive set of promises and guarantees aimed at addressing various political, social, and economic issues in the region. Among
Balasaheb wanted Raj to stay, says Maharashtra CM Shinde

Balasaheb wanted Raj to stay, says Maharashtra CM Shinde

18 Aug 2024 19:26 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde claimed on Sunday that Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray sidelined Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray, despite Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray’s wish for Raj to stay in the party. CM Shinde praised Raj Thackeray, noting his willingness to strengthen Shiv Sena even after
BJP conspiracy to weaken Congress govt: UP Congress Chief Ajay Rai on Siddaramaiah

BJP conspiracy to weaken Congress govt: UP Congress Chief Ajay Rai on Siddaramaiah

18 Aug 2024 08:53 AM IST

Reacting to Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot’s decision to approve the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the alleged MUDA scam, UP Congress chief Ajay Rai accused the BJP of conspiring to weaken Congress-led governments. He claimed the Governor was acting under central government directives and highlighted past allegations against former
Opposition protest outside parliament against onion price surge

Opposition protest outside parliament against onion price surge

08 Aug 2024 12:08 PM IST

MPs from different political parties in the opposition protested against the price rise of onions and other vegetables, outside the parliament on Thursday. As a mark of protest, MPs also wear garlands made of onion as they raise the slogan ‘pyaaj ka daam kam karo…’. Launching a scathing attack against
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel hoists national flag at his residence as part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel hoists national flag at his residence as part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

08 Aug 2024 11:54 AM IST

Ahead of Independence Day, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday hoisted the national flag at his residence here as part of the BJP’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to launch the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across the nation from August 11. The ruling
“Waqf Board Bahana Hai, Zameen Bechna Nishana Hai”: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav attacks BJP

“Waqf Board Bahana Hai, Zameen Bechna Nishana Hai”: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav attacks BJP

08 Aug 2024 11:39 AM IST

Lashing out at the BJP-led NDA government on the Waqf Act Amendment Bill, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday said that in the disguise of amendments, BJP is trying to sell the lands of Waqf Board and instead of ‘Janata’ in BJP, they should add ‘Zameen’ in it. Taking
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