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Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi, seeks Central govt's support for Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to seek support for the state's development. Naidu requested enhanced assistance if special category status cannot be granted. During his two-day visit to Delhi, he also discussed state-specific issues with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Piyush Goyal.
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.
Priyank Kharge meets IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, requests Centre's support for state's chip firms
Karnataka IT minister Priyank Kharge met Ashwini Vaishnaw, union IT minister, to seek support for the state's semiconductor and electronics space. Kharge said that the State has the highest share of 46% in India in housing innovative companies and contributes 10% of India's industrial output.
PM Modi meets JD(U) MPs, lauds Nitish Kumar's leadership of Bihar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership of the state as he met the MPs of Janata Dal (United). "Had a great meeting with JD(U) MPs. Our parties have a long history of working together and fighting poor governance, corruption and criminalisation in Bihar. The leadership of Nitish Kumar Ji has taken Bihar on the path of development. We will keep working together for good governance," he said on X.
Third Eye: Party with several differences, extension after extension and govt tracks attendance, working hours of staff
The recent government directive requiring staff to arrive punctually and adhere to designated working hours has evoked memories reminiscent of 2014, when the NDA returned to power. BJP's review meetings in Uttar Pradesh have been marked by disorderly scenes, particularly in constituencies where the party faced defeat. Incidents of arguments, commotion, and even physical altercations have been reported from places like Saharanpur, Faizabad, Siddharthnagar, among others.
Petrol and diesel to come under GST? Here's what FM Sitharaman has to say after Council meeting
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the intention of the central government has always been to bring petrol and diesel under GST, and it is now up to the states to come together and decide on the rate. She said a provision has already bee...
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First Cabinet meeting of new Andhra Pradesh govt on June 24
The first Cabinet meeting of the new NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, led by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is set for June 24. The NDA government includes TDP, BJP, and Janasena. The meeting, starting at 10 am on Monday in the first block of the Secretariat, was announced by Chief Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad. Departments were instructed to submit their agenda. The 25-member Cabinet comprises 17 new and 8 experienced ministers.
Nirmala Sitharaman to hold pre-budget meeting with industry chambers on June 20
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to hold pre-budget consultations with industry chambers on June 20 for the 2024-25 fiscal budget presentation in July.
MeitY to discuss digital competition bill draft with industry associations
The government is holding meetings to address concerns about the draft Digital Competition Bill, which proposes obligations for big tech companies in core digital services under a new category of systemically significant digital enterprises.
Sikkim govt nod for 4 pc DA hike
The Sikkim government has approved a four per cent hike in dearness allowance for employees and pensioners, effective from July 1, 2023. This decision was made during the first cabinet meeting of the new Sikkim Krantikari Morcha government, chaired by Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang. The increase brings the total dearness allowance to 46 per cent, costing the state exchequer Rs 174.6 crore this financial year.
PM Modi-led Cabinet approves govt assistance for constructing 3 crore rural, urban houses under PMAY
The NDA government, under PM Modi's leadership, decided to assist 3 crore households for house construction in the first cabinet meeting. This decision was made under the PMAY scheme, with plans to construct two crore more houses in the next five years.
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.
Modi 3.0: NDA govt to hold its first cabinet meeting today; here are the key expectations
The first meeting of the third Narendra Modi cabinet is set for today at 5 pm at the Prime Minister's residence on Lok Kalyan Marg. Newly inducted ministers will attend the meeting, where the government is expected to approve the construction of 2 crore additional houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and increase assistance to beneficiaries. The portfolios of the cabinet ministers are also expected to be announced soon.
Odisha: BJP legislative meet today, oath ceremony on June 12
The swearing-in ceremony which was earlier planned for June 10 has now been shifted to June 12. Party sources told ET that this was done to ensure availability of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders for the swearing-in ceremony at the Janta Maidan in Bhubaneshwar.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asks ministers to shun VIP culture
Days after BJP's underwhelming Lok Sabha election results, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath urged ministers to shun VIP culture, prioritise public engagement, and coordinate with local representatives. Deputies Maurya and Pathak were absent, citing prior commitments. Adityanath emphasised the government's focus on public interest, instructed ministers to publicise achievements, and outlined plans for economic growth, public outreach, and problem-solving. He stressed the importance of 'Jan Sunvaai' for prompt grievance redressal.
Modi meets Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi before staking claim as PM for third time
After being selected as the leader of the NDA and BJP parliamentary parties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited veteran BJP leader L.K. Advani before heading to the Rashtrapati Bhavan to claim his third term. Modi’s BJP won 240 seats, with the NDA securing 293, ensuring a majority in the 543-member Lok Sabha.
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.
"We are with PM Modi, joining hands with NDA only": JD(S) leader HD Kumaraswamy
Former Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy reaffirms JD(S) support for PM Modi and NDA to ensure stable government formation in Delhi.
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.
Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav's flight encounter amidst post-election political maneuvering
The aftermath of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections sees Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav, political rivals, sharing a flight to Delhi, sparking speculation about their discussions. Both the NDA and INDIA alliances are holding crucial meetings in Delhi, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to take the oath for his third term on Saturday.
INDIA bloc leaders to meet at Kharge's residence on Wednesday evening on plans of govt formation
After the Lok Sabha election results, INDIA bloc leaders will meet at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's residence to discuss government formation strategy.
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.
Will write letter to Centre over non-release of Delhi's share of water by Haryana: Atishi
Delhi Water Minister Atishi inspects Wazirabad Yamuna Reservoir and plans to address Haryana's alleged non-release of Delhi's water share, causing a shortage amid extreme heat. The Yamuna river level is low, affecting water supply to Delhi.
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