CONGRESS POLITICISE

EC comes down heavily on BJP, Congress for religious and casteist Lok Sabha election campaigns

The Election Commission reprimanded India's major parties, Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), for using communal and casteist rhetoric in their election campaigns, urging them to maintain decorum. BJP was cautioned against religious and divisive remarks, while Congress was warned about false claims and not politicizing defense forces.

Will carve separate state of Bundelkhand if come to power: Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati

Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday said if her party is voted to power, it will carve a separate state of Bundelkhand - the region that straddles the states of Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh. Addressing an election rally in Jhansi, Mayawati said, "There have been demands for carving a separate Bundelkhand state. If our government is formed (at the Centre), then we will take positive steps in this regard. Bundelkhand will definitely be made a separate state."

"Congress wants to politicise it..." says Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra over 'obscene video case'

The BJP leader's comments come amid increasing calls from BJP for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the case, raising concerns about the fairness of the ongoing Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe.

Rahul Gandhi should apologise for 'politicising' Rohith Vemula's suicide: Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman demands Rahul Gandhi's apology for politicizing Rohith Vemula's suicide, criticizing Congress's exploitation of the family. She urges sensitivity in handling such issues in central universities, emphasizing the need to address harmful narratives in higher education.

Congress government in Karnataka sat on evidence against Prajwal Revanna: Union minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman criticized Congress for inaction against Prajwal Revanna's sexual abuse allegations to retain Vokkaliga votes during Lok Sabha elections. She emphasized BJP's commitment to women's issues and confidence in winning a significant number of seats in the ongoing elections.

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over Rohith Vemula death case, says Congress leader politicised the incident for political gains

Telangana Police closed the Rohith Vemula case, stating he wasn't a Dalit and died by suicide. BJP criticized Rahul Gandhi's politicization. Congress faced allegations of false narrative and political controversy.

'Security situation comfortable in J&K; We want polls to be held': Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has stated that the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir is conducive to holding elections, but the final decision rests with the Election Commission. He mentioned that cross-border terrorism has reduced, making Pakistan a non-issue in the elections. Singh reiterated India's unchanged approach to the China border and its commitment to good relations with all neighbors. He dismissed the idea of abolishing the Agniveer scheme, despite Congress pledging to do so, emphasizing that national security issues should not be politicized.

'Lower voting percentage should be a worry for Opposition': Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed confidence in BJP achieving its target of 400 seats in the ongoing elections, citing positive responses from the public and surveys. He dismissed concerns about low voting percentages, stating that people want Narendra Modi to lead again due to his global stature and welfare schemes. Singh criticized the Congress manifesto, calling it based on appeasement, and denied BJP's intent to change the constitution or discriminate based on caste or religion. He highlighted BJP's performance in the South and emphasized the party's commitment to good relations with neighbors and national security.

Mallikarjun Kharge writes to President Murmu against 'privatisation' of Sainik schools

Mallikarjun Kharge said there are 33 Sainik schools in the country and they were fully government-funded institutions operated under the aegis of Sainik Schools Society (SSS), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

Shameful to lie to the people of Karnataka: Krishna Byre Gowda challenges Amit Shah’s claim of delaying drought relief petition

Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has challenged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to produce documents related to his allegation that the Karnataka government delayed applying for drought relief. Gowda emphasized that Karnataka declared drought in September, well before the October 31 deadline, and had submitted the necessary documents. He criticized Shah for politicizing the issue and accused the BJP government of delaying relief for four months before the elections were announced. The Karnataka government had approached the Supreme Court after waiting patiently for a response from the Centre for five months.

Amit Shah accuses Karnataka government of delaying drought relief petition, politicising issue

Tussle over drought relief funds between Karnataka and Centre escalates as Amit Shah criticizes delayed petition submission by Karnataka. Funds devolution dispute adds to election tensions, highlighting political motives in relief funds release.

Karnataka: Congress government calls out Amit Shah over drought relief delay allegation

Taking to social media platform X, the CM posted a timeline of the drought assessment and appeals. “As per the Drought Manual 2020 guidelines, a state can declare an early-season drought only during August. During Kharif 2023, the state assessed the drought twice…from November 2023 till now, you & your Ministry have been sleeping over the matter, while our 35 lakh farmers, having suffered from crop & income losses, are waiting for input subsidy of over 4663 crores,” he wrote.

TMC delegation raises alarm with EC; alleges politically motivated harassment by ED and CBI

Trinamool Congress leadership expressed their unhappiness over raids and searches by ED, CBI, IT and even NIA during the Lok Sabha election campaign, and said their candidate Mahua Moitra, state minister Chandranath Sinha and councilor Jui Biswas have already been targeted in "a politically motivated manner".

Oppn politicising electoral bonds scheme issue as it has no alternative to Modi: BJP

The BJP has criticized opposition parties for politicizing the Supreme Court's ruling on electoral bonds, accusing them of ignoring the government's efforts to prevent black money from entering the electoral process. The BJP, which has been criticised for its stance on the issue, argues that the opposition parties have no alternative to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and the positive work done by his government.

Karti Chidambaram on Cong declining invitation for Ram Mandir inauguration, says Religion is a matter of personal faith

Is it necessary for Rahul to politicise every issue: BJP on his reaction to Parliament security breach

The security breach is a painful incident and police should be allowed to do their job, he said, adding that the accused have been arrested and the conspiracy behind it is being unravelled. Prasad said all political parties should have united on the issue, noting that Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called an all-party meeting as well.

Congress trying to politicise ED action against party leaders in Rajasthan: BJP

​The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday raided the premises of Rajasthan Congress president Govind Singh Dotasra in Jaipur and Sikar as part of a money laundering probe into the exam paper leak case and summoned Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's son in a foreign exchange violation case. ​Gehlot flayed the ED action, saying terror has been unleashed in the country. He alleged the BJP was targeting him through ED raids as they could not topple his government.

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge writes to PM expressing concern over 'politicisation' of bureaucracy, seeks withdrawal of orders

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also referred to another order of the Ministry of Defence on October 9, 2023, directing soldiers on annual leave to spend time in promoting government schemes, making them "soldier-ambassadors". "It is no coincidence that the last nine years correspond to your tenure in office. This (order) is of grave concern for multiple reasons," Kharge said, alleging that senior officers are being deputed for "marketing activity" of the incumbent government.

'Rath Prabhari' appointments: Cong chief Kharge writes to PM Modi, alerts risk of politicising govt entities

BJP, JD(S) politicising Cauvery issue, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

CM Siddaramaiah reiterated the importance of the distress water sharing formula and the construction of a Mekedatu balancing reservoir across Cauvery river as the resolution for the dispute with neighbouring Tamil Nadu. The Bengaluru bandh called by farmers and Kannada organisations and backed by the BJP and JD(S) on Tuesday in protest against the release of Cauvery river water to Tamil Nadu evoked partial response, with most of the public services functioning normally, but many people staying indoors.

Rashid Alvi on Udhayanidhi Stalin's remark: BJP responsible for politicising religion

Opposition politicising Manipur ethnic violence, says Amit Shah

Shah slammed the Opposition for "politicising" the ethnic violence in Manipur and demanding a statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said there was no such precedent. He referred to incidents of ethnic violence of 1993, 1994, 1997 and 2004 - when Congress and United Front governments were in power - and said no prime minister had given a statement in the House and clarifications were left to home minister and ministers of state.

Karnataka elections: Modi slams Congress for politicising Sudan war

Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has accused opposition party Congress of politicising the crisis arising from Sudan's civil war, which has left 3,000 Indians stranded in the conflict. Modi launched 'Operation Kaveri' to bring back stranded Indian-origin people, which has since rescued 2,500. Speaking at a rally, Modi criticised Congress for "scaring and misinforming the public", keeping an important region devoid of development, and not worrying about farmers when in government