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Asaduddin Owaisi defends pro-Palestine oath, cites Mahatma Gandhi amid BJP backlash

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi caused a political stir during his oath-taking ceremony in the Lok Sabha by expressing solidarity with Palestine and hailing Telangana. BJP's Radha Mohan Singh, presiding over the session, assured that only the official oath would be recorded following strong objections from BJP lawmakers. Owaisi defended his statements, invoking Mahatma Gandhi's views on Palestine. Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje sought action against Owaisi's remarks, urging a retake of the oath. This incident coincides with ongoing Speaker selection deliberations, with BJP nominating Om Birla and the INDIA bloc nominating K Suresh.

Asaduddin Owaisi says 'Jai Palestine' while taking oath as MP of 18th Lok Sabha; sparks row in Parliament

A significant controversy erupted in Parliament following AIMIM president and MP Asaduddin Owaisi's oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha. Owaisi, concluding his oath, said, "Jai Bhim, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana, Jai Palestine," which sparked a heated reaction from the ruling party benches. The Chair subsequently expunged his remarks from the record. Owaisi, elected for his fifth term from Hyderabad, took his oath in Urdu and preceded it with a prayer.

Modi govt unable to conduct even one exam properly: Owaisi on cancellation of UGC-NET

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized the Modi-led government for its inability to manage exams effectively, citing the cancellation of the UGC-NET due to suspected paper leaks. He questioned the government's handling of exam security, highlighting concerns over job seekers affected by 41 reported paper leaks across 15 states. Owaisi expressed frustration over the impact on youth and demanded accountability, seeking clarity on compensation for the nearly 10 lakh candidates affected by the UGC-NET cancellation.

AIMIM chief Owaisi flays NCERT over textbook revisions

National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) director Dinesh Prasad Saklani had recently said the tweaks in textbooks are part of the annual revision and should not be a subject of hue and cry.

Asaduddin Owaisi, a powerful voice of Muslims in country, beats BJP rival Madhavi Latha by huge margin

Asaduddin Owaisi, a powerful voice for Muslims, won the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency by a large margin against BJP's Madhavi Latha, showcasing AIMIM's influence in the old city.

NDA ahead in Andhra, Karnataka, DMK and Congress on way for a repeat of 2019

In Andhra Pradesh, the NDA was leading in 20 of the 25 Lok Sabha polls. While N Chandrababu Naidu-led TDP was ahead in 15 seats, allies BJP and Janasena Party were leading in three and two seats, respectively. Ruling YSRCP candidates were leading in the rest.

Can BJP's Madhavi Latha defeat Asaduddin Owaisi in a big Lok Sabha election 2024 upset? Exit poll results offer a clue

Madhavi Latha has gained social media attention due to exit polls indicating a close race with four-time MP Asaduddin Owaisi in Hyderabad. Exit polls forecast a tight contest between Congress and BJP in Telangana, with BRS facing significant losses. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently praised Latha for her articulate interview, boosting her campaign. Besides being a businesswoman, she is a Bharatnatyam dancer and former NCC cadet, known for advocating against triple talaq.

Bihar Exit Polls 2024 Live Updates: NDA to get 22-33 seats, INDIA bloc to settle at 7-10, predicts India Today exit poll

Bihar 2024 Exit Polls Live Updates: The exit poll results will be announced at 6:30 pm, right after the final phase of voting concludes in Bihar. For the BJP, this election is crucial as they aim to hold onto five of these key seats, which constitute more than a quarter of their total tally of 17 in the state.

Congress will win at least 10 of 17 LS seats in Telangana: Revanth Reddy

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has expressed confidence that the Congress will win at least 10 of the 17 Lok Sabha seats in the state and that the INDIA bloc will form a government at the Centre. The BJP is expected to win four-five seats in Telangana, while the BRS may not get more than one and the AIMIM would retain the Hyderabad LS constituency. The remaining seats, at least 10, would go to the Congress.

Eight seats in Bihar to go to polls in last phase, 134 candidates in fray

In the final phase of Lok Sabha elections in Bihar, 1.6 crore voters choose amongst 134 candidates in eight seats. Union minister RK Singh will aim for hat-trick in Arrah. In Patna Sahib, Ravi Shankar Prasad seeks second term. in Pataliputra, Misa Bharti seeks third term. Nalanda sees Kaushlendra Kumar aiming for fourth term. JD(U)'s Chandeshwar Prasad Chandravanshi faces off against Surendra Prasad Yadav in Jehanabad.

In Patliputra, thrice unlucky Lalu Prasad Yadav family seeks to break jinx

The RJD is striving to win Bihar's Pataliputra Lok Sabha constituency, a seat they've never secured since its creation in 2008. Lalu Prasad faced a surprising defeat in 2009 by JD(U)'s Ranjan Yadav. Ram Kripal Yadav, who switched to BJP, defeated Lalu's daughter Misa Bharti in 2014 and 2019. Despite three close defeats, Bharti is contesting again, facing criticism for being absent between elections. The BJP, confident with strong local support and national backing, is campaigning heavily.

Owaisi attacks Modi govt over extension of Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande's tenure

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi on Sunday attacked the Narendra Modi government over the extension of the tenure of Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande, saying the move in the midst of elections is not desirable. In a post on social media platform X, Owaisi said the armed forces should be kept out of politics by the ruling party.

BJP's Madhavi Latha faces legal trouble over voter ID checks, after Muslim women asked to prove their identity inside voting booth

Hyderabd ELections 2024: BJP's Hyderabad candidate Madhavi Latha sparked controversy by checking voter IDs at a polling booth, asking Muslim women to remove their Burkhas for verification. She defended her actions, citing the law allowing candidates to check IDs without facemasks. Latha had earlier criticized voter list discrepancies in her constituency. She faces strong competition from AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, a four-time Lok Sabha MP, in the ongoing fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections across 96 constituencies.

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, wife cast vote in Hyderabad

Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and his wife Usha Naidu cast their votes for the fourth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections at a polling booth in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills on Monday.

Campaigning by political parties for Lok Sabha polls in Telangana ends, voting on May 13

Telangana Lok Sabha polls campaign ended with arrangements for Secunderabad Assembly bypoll. Over 3.31 crore voters expected. Rs 320 crore seized. 625 candidates, including BJP's G Kishan Reddy, AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi in the fray.

AIMIM MP Jaleel tries to keep seat from Khaire of UBT

In the upcoming election in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Chandrakant Khaire faces tough competition from Imtiaz Jaleel, praised for his work and approachability, while Sandipan Bhumre struggles to establish a strong local presence.

2024 Lok Sabha polls: In parched Aurangabad, booze becomes a hot topic

In the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Aurangabad, facing a water crisis, sees a surprising focus on alcohol as a major topic. Amid accusations and denials of owning liquor shops, political parties compete, leaving voters frustrated and emphasizing the need for water solutions.

'Take one hour, not scared': Asaduddin Owaisi responds to BJP MP Navneet Rana's '15 seconds lagenge' remark

'Will take us only 15 seconds if police removed': BJP's Navneet Rana on Akbaruddin Owaisi's 2013 speech

BJP leader Navneet Rana responds to AIMIM leader Akbaruddin Owaisi's warning to '100 crore Hindus'. The electoral battle in Hyderabad intensifies as BJP fields a female candidate against AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, a dominant figure in the constituency.

Without candidates of VBA & AIMIM, Congress may do well in Solapur

The BJP's struggle in Solapur is evident as the constituency continues to face water supply issues despite having a BJP MP for the past decade. With unresolved problems plaguing the region, the Congress sees an opportunity to gain an edge in the upcoming elections. Praniti Shinde, the Congress candidate and current Solapur City Central MLA, has garnered support from various communities, including Dalits, Veershaiva Lingayats, Dhangars, and Muslims.

'Muslims use condoms the most': Asaduddin Owaisi fires back at PM Modi, alleges BJP's anti-Muslim propaganda

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi criticized PM Modi's comments about the Muslim community and alleged that the PM is spreading lies to incite hate. Owaisi highlighted government data showing a drop in Muslim fertility rates and claimed that Muslims use condoms the most in India. He accused PM Modi of instilling fear and spreading hate towards Dalits and Muslims. Owaisi also criticized PM Modi's "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas" slogan.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi calls for quotas for Muslim women

AIMIM's Asaduddin Owaisi pushes for quotas for Muslim women due to poor parliamentary representation. He emphasizes this during a rally in Kishanganj, Bihar, a Muslim-majority Lok Sabha constituency, criticizing the lack of female minority community members in Parliament.

Asaduddin Owaisi, AIMIM chief hits the gym ahead of Lok Sabha elections 2024