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Chirag Paswan meets Nitish Kumar in show of solidarity
Union Minister Chirag Paswan met with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in a show of solidarity between NDA partners. Paswan presented flowers to Kumar and assured support in the upcoming by-poll for the Rupauli assembly seat. The meeting comes after Paswan's induction into the Union cabinet and discussions on various issues, including recent bridge collapses.
New UK Prime Minister Starmer assembles Cabinet for the first meeting: 'Now we get to work'
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his new government are tasked with tackling a range of issues in the U.K., including boosting the economy, reforming healthcare, and addressing immigration challenges. Starmer's ambitious agenda aims to bring about significant change, but faces scrutiny and obstacles ahead.
Imran Khan's party to participate in Pakistan government's consultative meeting on new anti-terror ops
To blunt the criticism about the new operation and win broader support, the government has decided to take into confidence all political parties regarding the new military strategy and hold an All Parties Conference (APC) on the new operation against terrorists.
PM asked NDA MPs to follow parliamentary rules, says Union Minister Rijiju after meet
"PM urged NDA MPs to follow rules of the Parliament, Parliamentary democracy system and conduct which is essential to becoming a good MP... I think this guidance by the PM is a good mantra for all MPs, especially the first-time MPs...We have decided to follow this mantra...," Rijiju said after the NDA meeting.
NDA parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday, PM Modi likely to speak
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to address the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday, in what will be his first speech to the MPs of the ruling bloc during the first session of Parliament since he assumed office for a third term. Though Modi in the past has addressed the NDA MPs on a few occasions, especially when he was elected as their leader ahead of all his three terms, he generally speaks at the meetings of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MPs during sessions.
Manipur Chief Minister chairs all-party meeting amid rising security concerns
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh chaired an all-party meeting to address the security and law enforcement situation in the state. He emphasized the need for concerted efforts among stakeholders to achieve lasting peace and development. Singh stated that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the central government has initiated plans to engage in dialogue with all parties involved.
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'All is well': Tamilisai, Annamalai meet after viral video of Amit Shah suggested rift in Tamil Nadu BJP
Tamilisai Soundararajan's interactions with key leaders, including Amit Shah, and her comments on party dynamics amidst rumours of a rift in the Tamil Nadu BJP team are under scrutiny.
"AAP contributed in downsizing BJP in Lok Sabha," Party leaders say in post-election analysis meeting
"We were moving forward with two objectives. Our first objective was to bring down the Modi government and our second objective was to get the maximum number of seats for the AAP. Today, the seats that the BJP has lost, you people have laid the foundation for them in Ramlila Maidan with your struggle," Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak said in the meeting that was also attended by the party's volunteers.
INDIA bloc must function cohesively both in Parliament & outside, says Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge at CWC meet
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge emphasized that the Lok Sabha election outcome signifies a rejection of divisive politics and underscored the importance of unity within the INDIA bloc, both inside and outside Parliament. While acknowledging the party's revival, Kharge also highlighted areas where the Congress fell short of expectations and proposed discussions to address these issues. He credited the Bharat Jodo Yatra for boosting Congress's vote share and seats in several states, particularly in Maharashtra. Kharge praised the solidarity within the INDIA bloc and stressed the continuation of cohesive action.
PM Modi meets former President Ram Nath Kovind before staking claim to form government
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with former President Ram Nath Kovind in New Delhi before staking claim to form the government for a third consecutive term, He also met senior BJP leaders Lal Krishna Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi. He touched the Constitution with his forehead at the Parliament building. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed support at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, with an oath ceremony likely on June 9.
State CM Yogi Adityanath calls review meeting after BJP's setback in UP Lok Sabha elections
After the BJP's disappointing performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called a meeting of all ministers for a thorough review of departmental work and public feedback to address governance issues. The meeting is scheduled for 11 am at Lok Bhawan. Another meeting at 6 pm will review the recruitment process for vacant posts with various commissions and boards.
Need to balance regional, national goals: NDA allies
BJP allies N Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar praised PM Modi at the NDA meeting. They emphased the need to balance regional aspirations with national objectives. The atmosphere was jovial, with leaders like H D Kumaraswamy and Eknath Shinde expressing support for Modi's leadership. Modi received accolades from allies like Chirag Paswan and Pawan Kalyan, with Naidu and Kumar stressing the importance of holistic development for all.
Decades-old NDA a natural alliance: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised at the first NDA parliamentary party meeting of the 18th Lok Sabha that the alliance's longevity of over three decades is due to its organic nature focused on nation-building, highlighting the importance of consensus over majority, good governance, and collaboration among partners for the country's growth, while also taking jibes at the Opposition over the EVM controversy during the elections.
Modi bags NDA allies' support in a big way to be named parliamentary party leader, to be PM again
Senior BJP leader Rajnath Singh proposed Narendra Modi as the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party, supported by Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and other top NDA figures at the central hall of the old Parliament house. Singh praised Modi for expanding the BJP-led NDA, emphasizing the alliance's reflection of BJP's commitment, not just a necessity.
Rahul Gandhi to meet newly elected Karnataka MPs in Bengaluru on Friday
AICC leader Rahul Gandhi will meet with newly elected MPs and defeated candidates in Bengaluru to analyse shortfall of reaching target of 15 seats. The party won nine Lok Sabha seats in Karnataka , an increase from one in 2019. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and KPCC president DK Shivakumar will attend the meeting. BJP won Mysuru and Bengaluru Rural seats, while AICC president Mallikarjuna Kharge won all five seats in Hyderabad-Karnataka region.
NDA leaders formally elect Narendra Modi as alliance leader for third term
NDA leaders have formally elected Narendra Modi as their alliance leader for the third term, following the coalition's victory in the Lok Sabha elections. The alliance, comprising parties like TDP, JD(U), Shiv Sena, and LJP, met in New Delhi to discuss government formation under Modi's leadership. While the exact date for the oath-taking ceremony is yet to be confirmed, discussions are underway to allocate key portfolios to alliance members for the new government. Despite the BJP falling short of the magic number for the first time since 2014, the NDA is comfortably above the majority mark.
AAP to hold meeting of all its MLAs on June 6
This is the first such party meet since the rout of the AAP-Congress combine in the national capital. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is facing charges in an excise scam, before surrendering on Sunday after his bail was over had held a meeting of the Parliamentary Affairs Committee and assigned roles to MLAs.
"We greeted each other": Tejashwi Yadav on his viral picture with Nitish Kumar on same flight
Tejashwi Yadav explained a viral picture with Nitish Kumar, stating they greeted each other and Nitish invited him to sit with him. NDA and INDIA bloc leaders, including Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu, arrived in Delhi. Nitish and Tejashwi were coincidentally on the same flight. The NDA elected Narendra Modi as their leader in Delhi. The INDIA bloc meeting is at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence. President Droupadi Murmu dissolved the 17th Lok Sabha on Cabinet's advice. BJP won 240 seats, Congress 99, and the INDIA bloc crossed 230, defying predictions.
US dollar gains after stronger-than-expected services sector data
The Institute for Supply Management said its nonmanufacturing purchasing managers index rose to 53.8 last month from 49.4 in April. May's reading, the highest since August, overshot estimates of all 59 economists in a Reuters poll that had pegged the median expectation at 50.8.
NDA meeting to be held on June 7 in Delhi, to discuss government formation
The newly elected MPs of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), will convene for a meeting on June 7 in the national capital, reported ANI, citing sources. According to these sources, the agenda will focus on discussions around forming the government.
PM Modi-led Union Cabinet recommends dissolution of 17th Lok Sabha
Following the announcement of election results, the Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed the dissolution of the 17th Lok Sabha. This marks the final session of the Modi 2.0 cabinet and council of ministers. The tenure of the current 17th Lok Sabha concludes on June 16th.
PM Modi launches 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign on World Environment Day
PM Modi was accompanied by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Delhi's Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena during the sapling planting.
Hold meet with all stakeholders on Delhi water crisis, SC tells Centre
The Supreme Court directed a stakeholder meeting to address Delhi's water crisis amid an extreme heatwave. Various issues, including water wastage and shortage, were discussed, with a meeting scheduled for June 5 and the next hearing on June 6.
INDIA leaders meet as countdown to results begin; Kharge says grouping to get 295+ seats
Leaders of various INDIA bloc parties met to review opposition's readiness for the June 4 Lok Sabha elections vote count, aiming for over 295 seats to form the next government.
Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge to hold meeting to strategise on poll outcomes
Party sources also said that after the meeting at 11 am, Kharge and Gandhi will be holding a virtual meeting with prominent Congress leaders from across the country at 1 pm. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Sachin Pilot and other leaders of the party are expected to join the meeting to discuss the assessments and preparations for June 4, the day of the counting of votes. Congress sources said the meeting at 1 pm will be live-streamed.
108 public meetings, roadshows, over 100 media bytes: Priyanka Gandhi's campaign in 2024 Lok Sabha polls
Congress' star campaigner Priyanka Gandhi concluded her marathon election campaign for the Lok Sabha polls with a massive roadshow in Himachal Pradesh's Solan after addressing 108 public meetings, media interactions, and interviews in 55 days.
PDP distances itself from video showing anti-Gujjar slogans being raised at party meeting
PDP, under Mehbooba Mufti's leadership, condemns racist slogans in a video and reaffirms its commitment to unity and respect for all communities.
Constitution copy row: Opposition parties in Assam attack CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Opposition in Assam criticizes Himanta Biswa Sarma for remarks on Indian Constitution color, questioning Rahul Gandhi's possession of a Chinese Constitution. Hafiz Rafiqul Islam from AIUDF adds there's no fixed color for the Indian Constitution. Congress MLA Abdul Rashid Mondal emphasizes the uniformity of content over color. Sarma accuses Rahul of opposing the Uniform Civil Code.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to hold meeting with AAP leaders on Sunday, say party sources
Arvind Kejriwal to hold crucial meeting on Sunday at his residence to discuss Lok Sabha polls. Interim bail granted till June 1 in money laundering case, linked to excise policy scam. Kejriwal to surrender on June 2.
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