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Rahul Gandhi and Co.’s pocket edition of Bible-paper Constitution published by Lucknow publisher
The coat pocket edition of the Indian Constitution, championed by various leaders, remains a symbol of constitutional integrity. From PM Modi to the President and Home Minister, its significance endures. This exclusive edition by Eastern Book Company continues to shape discussions on safeguarding the Constitution.
Vladimir Putin’s hybrid war opens a second front on NATO’s eastern border
Several masked men removed navigational aids on the Narva River, separating Estonia from Russia, signaling Russia's intent to provoke and destabilize Baltic states. These acts, seen as part of a hybrid war, include airspace violations, GPS interference, and recruiting criminals for sabotage. The region is increasingly a second front in the West's conflict with Moscow. Neighboring countries are reinforcing borders and seeking NATO's attention, as Russia's actions aim to spread fear and division, utilizing disinformation and migrant crises.
More interest now in pocket version of Constitution, courtesy Rahul Gandhi
A leather-bound copy of the Constitution, measuring 20 centimetres in length and nine centimetres in breadth, has a deep Lucknow connection as it was first printed by publishers Eastern Book Company in 2009. As many as 16 editions have been released so far. The pocket constitution has attracted more interest after being frequently flashed by Rahul Gandhi during the Lok Sabha elections, leading to increased orders and curiosity among people.
As BJP numbers slide in Rajasthan, minster Meena indicates he will keep word on resigning
The BJP had won all the 25 seats in Rajasthan in the last two Lok Sabha elections, but the trends in these polls show the party's tally coming down by more than 10 seats.
From '400 paar' to 'khata khat': How BJP, India bloc used catchphrases to attract voters in 2024 polls
With each catchy slogan, the BJP took the lead in shaping the narrative, leaving the Opposition scrambling to respond. In 2019, despite facing relentless attacks like 'Chowkidar Chor Hai' from Rahul Gandhi, the BJP cleverly turned the tables with their 'Main Bhi Chowkidar' campaign. It hit close to home and resonated with the public.
Focus on a confluence of big factors as Uttar Pradesh poll race enters final lap
With the marathon election battle reaching its final stage, the last round of polling is set to take place in the south-eastern region, which is dominated by OBCs, Dalits, and significantly influenced by the Modi-Yogi factor. The bustling political activities reflect a high-stakes contest leading up to the decisive day.
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Vote for Trinamool is like vote for CPI-M, says PM Modi
The PM addressed two public rallies at Barasat and Baruipur in the state on Tuesday. "West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has already announced that she will help them ( CPI-M and Congress) in New Delhi," the PM said. "A game is going on behind the scenes," he said and asked: "Will you vote for the CPI-M by voting Trinamool?" Banerjee had recently said that she would help the INDIA bloc in New Delhi to form a government.
'Modi, Yogi are going to change fate of Purvanchal in next five years': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that in the coming five years, Modi and Yogi are going to change the "picture' and "fate' of Purvanchal, adding that he aims to make India a "Viksit Bharat'. PM Modi addressed a rally in Jaunpur. He asserted that it is difficult for the INDIA bloc to win even a single seat in UP.
Age No Barrier: Senior citizens turn out in force for Lok Sabha Polls Phase 2 in Northeast and Eastern India
Senior citizens, including a 94-year-old woman, participated in the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Ukhrul district, Manipur, with volunteers assisting them at polling stations. In Darjeeling, West Bengal, another elderly woman praised the peaceful polling process. Police used drones for surveillance in Ukhrul, and re-polling was conducted in Inner Manipur following incidents of violence. The NPF is contesting in Outer Manipur as part of the BJP-led NDA, with voting scheduled for April 26 and counting on June 4.
Lok Sabha election: Tea workers, Rajbanshis hold key in North Bengal
Nishith Pramanik is a representative of Rajbanshi community and had won Cooch Behar seat in 2019, after defecting from Trinamool. He is contesting from the seat for the second time. Trinamool's Sitai MLA Jagadish Chandra Basunia has been fielded by Trinamool in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
Post-polls, expect economic transformation and overhaul of the citizen-state interface
Modi's agenda Should Modi return for a third term, as is widely expected, what would be his likely agenda? In recent days, GoI has offered telling clues of its economic direction. The thrust is on manufacturing, but more than that on an economic transformation and an overhaul of the citizen-state interface.
Eastern mysticism to Eastern materialism
Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has identified the eastern region of the country, including states like Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal, as a priority for economic growth. The per-capita income in these states is lower than the national average, and special policy interventions are deemed necessary. Sitharaman's announcement in the interim budget signals the government's commitment to bridging the physical and social infrastructure deficit in the region. With strategic geographical significance, the eastern states are envisioned to play a crucial role in facilitating trade between Asia and Europe. Tailored policies, addressing state-specific needs, are expected to boost growth and development in the region.
TMC will lead fight against BJP in Bengal in Lok Sabha polls: Mamata Banerjee
"The BJP is exploiting the citizenship issue for its political agenda. It is misleading the people on the issue. Previously, district magistrates decided citizenship matters, but now those powers have been stripped away from them. If people lack citizenship, how are they accessing government schemes and services?" Mamata Banerjee questioned.
Congress-TMC alliance: Navigating mistrust amid BJP challenge
Both parties, key allies in the Indian opposition, are exploring seat-sharing to counter the common adversary, the BJP. TMC sources hint at allocating four Lok Sabha seats to Congress, signaling a potential shift in the state's political dynamics. Despite a history of alliance discontent, a three-way alliance involving the Left has been proposed, adding complexity to the ongoing talks.
INDIA bloc must act swiftly to finalise future strategies: Nitish Kumar
"The Congress has performed well in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chattisgarh. These things happen in electoral politics. Earlier, there were Congress governments in these states...now BJP has won. There is no need to discuss much on such issues. The Congress has won Telangana this time," the JD(U) leader told reporters here while responding to queries about the BJP's win in three states.
Lok Sabha polls: SBSP seeks to contest five seats in UP, Bihar; party chief dismisses INDIA bloc threat
Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) chief Om Prakash Rajbhar has stated that his party is prepared for the Lok Sabha polls and has sought five seats from the BJP for the general elections. Rajbhar dismissed the threat of the opposition INDIA bloc and praised the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for its strong constituent parties.
South Korea's Yoon says any attempt to cooperate militarily with North Korea must stop
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has called for an immediate halt to any military cooperation with North Korea that may harm international peace. He made this statement during a summit meeting with Southeast Asia's ASEAN bloc countries in Indonesia. Yoon's comment comes amidst reports of advancing arms negotiations between North Korea and Russia, as well as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's planned visit to Russia to meet President Vladimir Putin.
Ghosi bypoll: Voting on Wednesday, stage set for first INDIA bloc-BJP clash in UP
The outcome of the bypoll is seen as an indicator for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Ghosi has a diverse electorate, including Muslims, Dalits, and voters from upper castes. Voting will take place from 7 am to 6 pm, with counting on September 8.
Sanjay Raut slams BJP for calling opposition bloc INDIA members' visit to Manipur as 'show-off'
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Sunday hit out at the BJP for calling the visit of members of the opposition bloc INDIA to Manipur as a "show-off", and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has neither visited the strife-torn state nor spoken about it in Parliament. A delegation of 21 MPs from the opposition bloc INDIA reached Imphal on Saturday to assess the situation in Manipur and visit several relief camps to meet victims of the ethnic clashes that broke in the northeastern state on May 3.
MPs from opposition bloc INDIA to visit Manipur on July 29, 30
Over 20 opposition members of parliament will visit Manipur on July 29 and 30 to assess ethnic violence that has riven the northeastern Indian state since May 3. The opposition leaders, part of the alliance INDIA, have been seeking permission to visit the region but were denied entry due to the ongoing crisis.
CNN unveils 'Columbia,’ ‘TinderBox’, ‘Spy Wars’ at Warner Bros. Discovery upfront. All details
CNN has come up with three new non-fiction series, "TinderBox: Great Moments in Pop Culture," "Columbia: The Final Flight," and "Spy Wars" at the Warner Bros. Discovery upfront event.
Watchdog: World military spending up to an all-time high
The independent Swedish watchdog said that last year, the three largest arms spenders were the United States, China and Russia, who between them accounted for 56% of global expenditure. The rise "is a sign that we are living in an increasingly insecure world," said Nan Tian, a researcher with SIPRI's Military Expenditure and Arms Production Program.
EU to tighten visa rules for Russians but split on travel ban
Germany and France warned it would be counter-productive to ban ordinary Russians, a move advocated by Kyiv in response to Russia's invasion and backed by some EU members, and the agreement's suspension was a compromise that could be reached at the ministers' two-day meeting in Prague.
India shares ancient linkages with East and South East Asia: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
"These links have passed through Assam and Northeast. The ties between Northeast and ASEAN blocs are historical, cultural, social, and economic," Sarma said.
New gas pipeline boosts Europe's bid to ease Russian supply
A new pipeline - built during the COVID-19 pandemic, tested and due to start commercial operation in June - will ensure that large volumes of gas will flow between the two countries in both directions to generate electricity, fuel industry and heat homes.
As outbreak worsens, COVID-19 cases in eastern Europe near 20 million
Countries in the region have the lowest vaccination rates https://tmsnrt.rs/3tUM8ta in Europe, with less than half of the population having received a single dose.
Sputnik V in eastern Europe: Propaganda tool or godsend?
Countries in the region have been particularly hard hit by the virus and find themselves torn between a readily available jab from their old ally and European Union resistance to Russian influence.
Local train services resume in West Bengal after over 7 months
The local train services under the jurisdiction of the Eastern and the South Eastern Railways resumed early in the morning. They were suspended in March following the COVID-19 outbreak.
India’s first international multi-modal logistic park to come up in Assam's Jogighopa
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has entrusted NHIDCL with the work of development of a Multimodal Logistic Park (MMLP) at Jogigopha in Bongaigaon district under the Bharatmala Pariyojna. The Government of Assam has approved transfer of 200 Acres of land belonging to Ashok Paper Mill (APM) for the project in pursuance of the decision of the Cabinet.
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