BHUPENDER YADAV
PM Modi, five ministers lead charge; seek apology from Rahul Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and five senior ministers defended the central government against Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's criticism in Lok Sabha. The ministers demanded Gandhi's apology, refuted his claims, and challenged his statements on various issues. The heated exchange included accusations of disrespecting parliamentary rules and misleading the House. Gandhi stood firm on his positions despite the ministers' objections.
Prevent mindless utilisation, promote mindful consumption: Bhupender Yadav
At the first India Climate Summit of the Times Network on Friday, Bhupender Yadav, the minister for environment, forest and climate change, pointed out carbon emission-intensive anthropocentric development, unsustainable consumption patterns, and desertification as three pressing issues that confront the world today.
Rich nations should provide climate finance to developing countries: Bhupender Yadav
"Temperature rise is a global problem. IPCC reports clearly say the increase in carbon emissions is driving average global temperatures up. Countries have prepared their Nationally Determined Contributions. India has achieved its climate targets, be it in the renewable energy sector or reducing carbon emissions," Yadav said at the India Climate Summit.
Delhi rain chaos: Union environment minister blames plastic waste, slams local govt's inaction
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav blamed waterlogging in Delhi on clogged drains due to plastic waste after heavy rains. He criticized the Delhi government for inaction despite warnings, citing record rainfall of 228.1 mm in 24 hours. Residents faced familiar scenes of chaos, highlighting the city's drainage issues.
Mohan Charan Majhi named next Odisha CM; to take oath on June 12
Senior BJP party leader Mohan Majhi will be BJP's first Chief Minister of Odisha. KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida have been appointed as deputy CMs. The new government will take oath on June 12. The BJP secured a majority by winning 78 seats in the 147-member Odisha Assembly. Central observers Rajnath Singh and Bhupender Yadav oversaw the selection of the new Chief Minister.
Odisha's new CM: BJP appoints Rajnath Singh & Bhupendra Yadav to oversee selection
The BJP has appointed Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Bhupendra Yadav to oversee the selection of Odisha's new chief minister after winning 78 seats in the 147-member Odisha Assembly. The party's legislature meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, and the new government will take oath on June 12. Potential candidates for the chief minister position include Brajarajnagar MLA-elect Suresh Pujari, state BJP president Manmohan Samal, KV Singh, and Mohan Majhi.
Lok Sabha election: Caste equations, angry farmers and Agniveer scheme pose challenges for BJP in Haryana
Haryana to vote for 10 Lok Sabha seats on May 25 with uncertainty over BJP govt. Recent changes, challenges from Jats, farmers' protests, and key contests in Rohtak, Hisar, and Sirsa shape the election dynamics.
Congress demoralised, no senior neta mustered courage to contest: Bhupender Yadav
"Congress is demoralised and hopeless as none of its senior leaders in the state, whether it be Ashok Gehlot or Sachin Pilot, have entered the election fray. Congress' entire campaign is based on personal remarks. NDA is marching successfully while INDI alliance is deteriorating with every passing day," said Bhupender Yadav.
Madhya Pradesh: South African Cheetah gives birth to 5 cubs in Kuno National Park
South African Cheetah 'Gamini' from Tswalu Kalahari Reserve gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park, increasing the total number of Indian-born Cheetah cubs to 13. This is the fourth cheetah litter on Indian soil through Project Cheetah.
Cheetah Gamini gives birth to five cubs at MP's Kuno National Park; big cat count rises to 26
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav announces that female cheetah Gamini, aged about 5 years and brought from Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa, gives birth to five cubs in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, bringing the total number of cheetahs in India to 26. It is the fourth cheetah litter on Indian soil.
BJP's strong pitch for 'One Nation, One Poll', submits views to Kovind Panel
The BJP, led by party chief JP Nadda and accompanied by Union minister Bhupender Yadav and election cell head Om Pathak, has submitted its recommendations to the committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind on 'one nation, one election'. Nadda proposed having the same voters' list for all elections.
ESIC to extend medical benefits to superannuated subscribers who retired at higher wages
In its 193rd meeting, under the chairmanship of labour and employment minister Bhupender Yadav, it was decided that superannuated or voluntarily retired people, who went out of the scheme due to higher wage ceiling but had five years of inusrable employment before retiring, will be eligible for medical benefits for self and spouse.
EPFO announces 8.25% interest rate for 2023-24
The central board of trustees of EPFO, headed by the labour and employment minister Bhupender Yadav, gave its go ahead to the proposed interest rate at the 235rd board meeting of EPFO on Saturday.
BJP forms panels to induct Netas, prepare for Lok Sabha election
The BJP has formed panels for managing next Lok Sabha polls and for vetting and facilitating new joinings ahead of next Lok Sabha polls, sources said. These panels include Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Bhupender Yadav, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Anurag Thakur and Mansukh Mandaviya. Besides, BJP general secretary (organisation) BL Santhosh and the national general secretaries Tarun Chugh, Vinod Tawde and Sunil Bansal are also in these informal panels, sources said.
India resisted pressure from developed nations for phase out of fossil fuels: Environment Minister
The minister said India accounts for 17 per cent of the global population but its contribution to global carbon emissions is just four per cent. "Poverty eradication is a priority for many nations. So, we did not accept the pressure from developed countries (for a fossil fuel phase-out)," Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said.
Four Union Ministers and now Yadav CM
They are present in significant numbers in politically crucial Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. However, within both states, Yadavs have established their own political parties: the Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in Bihar.
India has adopted a holistic approach towards conservation: Environment min at COP28
"India has adopted a holistic approach towards conservation. We are not just focused on reducing emissions to tackle temperature rise, but are also working towards arresting land degradation, accelerating ecosystem restoration and enriching biodiversity," he said.
India's emission intensity reduced by 33 per cent between 2005 and 2019: Govt report
The report also said India's GDP grew at a cumulative annual growth rate of 7 per cent but its emissions rose by only 4 per cent per year during this period, suggesting that the country has been successful in decoupling its economic growth from planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. The report called 'The Third National Communication to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change' will be submitted to the UN climate change body during the ongoing climate talks in Dubai, officials said.
India among few big economies on track to meet climate pledges: Bhupender Yadav
In his opening address at the environment ministers' session at the second Voice of Global South Summit, Yadav highlighted India's active role in the fight against climate change, despite its historically minimal contribution to global warming.
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