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Karnataka: Yediyurappa challenges Siddaramaiah to dissolve assembly amidst corruption allegations, promises BJP will win by 140+ seats
In a special state executive committee meeting, BJP's Yediyurappa challenged Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah to dissolve the legislative assembly, claiming BJP would win over 140 seats. He blamed Congress’s corruption for its loss of popularity, citing Congress's underperformance in Lok Sabha, winning only nine out of 28 constituencies despite a previous landslide of 136 state assembly seats. Financial irregularities in KMVSTDC and MUDA were noted. He urged BJP to demand the CM’s resignation in the legislative session.
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Jairam Ramesh greets Naidu on B-day; reminds him of Andhra special category status 'promise'
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh greeted former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu on his birthday on Monday and hoped that the "promise" he made on the floor of the Rajya Sabha that the BJP, when elected to power, will grant special category status to Andhra Pradesh for a period of ten years will get fulfilled soon. Naidu, who served as the 13th vice president of India from 2017 to 2022, turned 75 on Monday.
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What does Nigel Farage promise in his ‘contract’? Is it economically feasible?
The Reform UK Party promises to end all non-essential immigration and proposes steep cuts in personal income tax rates and other direct taxes. He is not expected to win the upcoming parliamentary elections in July.
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In Andhra Pradesh, Chandrababu Naidu won a political battle; next is fiscal
A silent anti-incumbency factor coupled with a shift in the traditional vote bank (Muslims, Christians and Dalits) of YSRCP resulted in a big victory for the TDP-led alliance. A major feature of Naidu's win was his 'Super Six' promises his party made to the voters.
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'We will question the govt to make sure they fulfil their promises...': Chandra Shekhar Aazad
Chandra Shekhar Aazad, MP-elect from Nagina and national president of Aazad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram), emphasised the need to ensure basic facilities reach people, empower women, and hold the government accountable for their promises. He also stressed that e...
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Will PM Modi fulfil his promise of giving special status to Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, asks Congress Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh said the 'mahagathbandhan' government of the RJD, Congress and Nitish Kumar had gotten a caste survey done in Bihar. We demanded that a nationwide caste census be carried out and even Nitish Kumar has supported this. Do you (PM) promise to conduct caste census in the entire country like it has been done in Bihar?" Ramesh said.
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New BJP MPs in Delhi credit PM Modi for victory, assert to fulfil promises
Newly elected BJP MPs in Delhi praised PM Narendra Modi for their victories and expressed confidence in BJP winning the Assembly polls next year, following a clean sweep in the Lok Sabha elections. Party leaders pledged to address the city's issues and planned for development initiatives and a focus on fulfilling the PM's vision. The MPs vowed to work diligently for the people of Delhi, emphasising trust in Modi's policies.
Mallikarjun Kharge promises to exclude agricultural equipment from GST ambit if voted to power
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge declared that if the INDIA bloc gains power, they will exempt agricultural equipment from GST. He criticised the current government for firing tear gas at protesting farmers. He promised legal MSP guarantee and free grains distribution. He further addressed the drug issue in Punjab, and pledged support for MSMEs.
Poll manifesto promises won't amount to corrupt practice: SC
The observation was made by a bench of justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan on a plea filed by a voter from Chamrajpet assembly constituency in Karnataka. The petitioner had challenged the election of Cong candidate BZ Zameer Akhmed Khan.
"Chhote Miyan's guarantees unfulfilled, "Bade Miyan" promises more: Anurag Thakur's jibe at CM Sukhu, Rahul Gandhi
Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Youth and Sports Affairs, Anurag Singh Thakur, on Sunday called Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's rally in Una as a flop show, asserting that all of his guarantees are mere "lies".
In Ayodhya, voters talk of a promise fulfilled and yearning for development
Prajjwal Singh, a resident of Arhgarha Chauraha, told PTI that Ayodhya's transformation began on January 22, when the Ram temple consecration ceremony was held. "On January 22, 2024, the promise that was made to us by various BJP leaders was fulfilled in a grand manner. From that day, Ayodhya set out on the path of development," he said.
Restoration of J&K statehood is "solemn promise" we have made, will stand by it: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to restore statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting record voter turnout in Srinagar as a positive sign. Emphasising progress since abrogation of Article 370, Modi envisioned a peaceful, prosperous future for the region, aiming to make J&K a hub of culture, knowledge, and technological innovation.
We fulfil our manifesto promises: PM Modi on UCC, One Nation, One Election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to implement One Nation, One Election and a Uniform Civil Code if re-elected, fulfilling BJP manifesto promises. Extending the 100-day plan to seek youth suggestions, Modi aims for impactful decision-making and quick action in his next term, emphasizing fulfilling the nation's expectations for development.
Defunct iron factory linked to Dalai Lama sees renewed hope of resurrection every election season
Once a major avenue for employment in the region, the factory has been shut for the better part of four decades now. Despite this, the people of the region hold out hope that it will be returned to its former glory. These hopes are fuelled every election cycle, with promises forgotten every results day while administrative apathy pushes the people of Koderma out of the region.
Congress asks why PM Modi has 'broken' promise on MSP, prioritises politics over country's daughters
The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not fulfilling his promise of legalizing Minimum Support Price for crops and prioritizing politics over issues affecting women and farmers in Haryana. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of failing to address farmers' concerns and ignoring atrocities against Dalits in BJP-ruled states.
BJP ended crisis of credibility in politics by fulfilling promises: Ex-Haryana minister Anil Vij
Former Haryana minister Anil Vij praised BJP for fulfilling promises, boosting credibility in Indian politics. PM Modi's scheduled visit to Haryana for election rallies expected to strengthen BJP campaign. Vij criticized Congress for lack of credibility. He highlighted BJP's achievements and criticized opposition bloc. Vij also slammed AAP chief Kejriwal's silence on party MP's alleged assault.
Lok Sabha polls: Mallikarjun Kharge promises 10 kg free grain against NDA's 5 kg
While holding a joint press conference with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav in Lucknow, Kharge said: "They keep reiterating their claim of giving 5 kg of foodgrain to 80 crore people. But, we brought the Food Security Act. Anybody can approach court if it (ration) is stopped. When the alliance government is formed, we will give 10 kgs. I can give this guarantee because we are implementing this in states." This promise is not included in the Congress' manifesto. He exuded confidence the alliance was in a strong position after four phases of elections.
Congress promises 10 kg free ration every month to the poor if voted to power
Congress pledged 10 kilograms of free ration monthly to the poor if the Opposition coalition wins power, contrasting the NDA government's 5-kilogram scheme right now. The current government extended PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana for five years, costing Rs 11.8 lakh crore, benefiting around 800 million citizens. BJP criticized Congress's manifesto, questioning fiscal feasibility.
FM Nirmala Sitaraman flags 'gigantic schemes of fiscal splurge' pledged by Congress
The Congress has promised to launch a Mahalakshmi Scheme to provide Rs 1 lakh per year to every poor Indian family as unconditional cash transfer, and write off student loans, if voted to power. It also wants to guarantee a national minimum wage of ₹400 per day, among a host of other populist pledges.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Delhi traders disappointed with unresolved issues ahead of polls
In the run-up to the Lok Sabha elections, traders in Delhi are disappointed with political parties' unfulfilled promises. BJP, Congress, and AAP had pledged to resolve issues like shop sealing, parking policies, and GST simplification in their 2019 manifestos. However, traders feel neglected as these problems persist. They demand concrete timelines from candidates to address these issues and criticize the government for failing to provide relief. With elections approaching, traders, traditionally BJP supporters, seek meaningful solutions over empty promises.
'Forget June 10, BJP won't be able to win Odisha in next 10 years': Naveen Patnaik takes on PM Modi
Patnaik challenges BJP's future in Odisha, emphasizing BJD's return. Criticizes Modi for unkept promises and neglecting Odisha's interests. Highlights upcoming elections and regional concerns.
"BJP fooled people of Bihar by making false promises": RJD leader Misa Bharti
Misa Bharti criticizes NDA-BJP for unfulfilled promises in Bihar's Lok Sabha polls. Samrat Choudhary expresses confidence in BJP-NDA's Bihar victory, supporting Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar.
Double-engine govt dealt double blow to farmers, labourers: Kumari Selja
Congress general secretary Kumari Selja criticized the BJP governments at both the Centre and in Haryana, accusing them of failing farmers, laborers, and other segments of society over the past decade. While campaigning in Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency, Selja highlighted unfulfilled promises such as doubling farmers' income and creating 2 crore jobs annually. She criticized the Modi government for not delivering on its pledges and accused it of divisive politics and economic mismanagement, emphasizing the need to protect democracy.
PM Modi 'cheated' Andhra Pradesh for 10 years, 'ineligible' to enter state: Y S Sharmila
Displaying a radio, the APCC chief said she is sending it as a gift to the PM to listen to the 'Mann ki Baat' of the Telugu people from the state. Referring to the recent regular visits of the PM, Sharmila claimed that he is coming because of the polls but not for developing the state.
PM Modi speech: Congress President Kharge seeks meeting to ‘convince’ BJP leader about party manifesto
The Congress party launched a campaign against Prime Minister Modi's alleged communal remarks, seeking to educate him about their manifesto. They plan to send copies of the manifesto to Modi and file a petition with the election commission. The Congress accused Modi of spreading fake news and inciting communal tensions for electoral gains.
Why you should be paying attention to election manifestos
At the end of the day, breaking down a manifesto is much like gazing into a crystal ball, it only offers glimpse of what the future might hold. Here are some pivotal moments in Indian law and policy that can be traced back to a manifesto somewhere.
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