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After crushing defeat, fight begins for 'soul' of UK Conservative Party
A record number of ex-prime minister Rishi Sunak's top team and other prominent Tories lost their seats in Thursday's electoral drubbing. The anti-immigration Reform UK party led by Brexit firebrand Nigel Farage maximised the damage by splitting the right-wing vote and picking up former Tory supporters in key constituencies.
I draw inspiration from my Hindu faith: UK PM Sunak at London's Neasden Temple on campaign
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and wife Akshata Murty received a warm welcome at the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in London, where they participated in puja and interacted with community members. Sunak spoke about drawing inspiration from his Hindu faith and emphasised the values of duty and public service. He expressed gratitude for the support from the British Asian community and pledged to create a secure and inclusive future for all religions and backgrounds in the UK.
"Modi-factor is finished," says RJD's Tejashwi Yadav as he heads to INDIA bloc meet
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav criticized the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) for being far from the majority and now dependent on allies. He claimed that the "Modi-factor" had ended after the 18th Lok Sabha election results, and that the BJP had lost 240 seats. Yadav also said that PM Modi's hatred towards Muslim brothers had taught him a lesson after INDIA Bloc won in Ayodhya.
Ashneer Grover reflects on 2024 Lok Sabha election results during Statue of Liberty visit: 'India mein parliamentary democracy hai'
BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover, while visiting the Statue of Liberty in New York, shared his thoughts on the 2024 Lok Sabha election results. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Grover praised Indian voters for demonstrating their intelligence and the strength of parliamentary democracy. He emphasized the importance of selecting better MP candidates at the constituency level. Grover's post received mixed reactions from social media users.
China beats the war drums at Shangri-La Dialogue
Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun delivered a strong message at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, emphasizing China's stance against hegemonism and power politics in the Asia-Pacific region.
Have become 'gaali proof' after being abused for the last 24 years, says PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an interview with ANI, claimed he has become "gaali proof" after enduring continuous abuse for 24 years and criticized the opposition for their habitual insults. Addressing Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's allegations about controlling jail decisions, Modi suggested a better understanding of the Constitution. He dismissed opposition claims of using ED, CBI, and IT to suppress them, citing substantial asset seizures under his government compared to the previous one.
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Rishi Sunak to address nation as expectation mounts he will call a summer election
British PM Rishi Sunak is expected to announce a summer general election following positive economic data, sparking speculation of a July 4 election date.
BJP's Sambit Patra apologises for his 'Jagannath is Modi's bhakt' comment, says 'will observe fast as penance'
BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra sparked controversy by suggesting Lord Jagannath is a devotee of PM Modi after a roadshow in Odisha's Puri. Patra later clarified it was a slip of the tongue, apologizing for the mistake. However, the comment led to widespread condemnation, with Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik calling it an insult to the Lord and millions of devotees. Opposition leaders also criticized the BJP, with Patra's gaffe becoming a focal point in the Odisha elections.
"Four generations of Gandhi family insulted Indian Constitution": PM Modi slams Congress
Prime Minister Modi said that four members of the Gandhi family, including former Prime Ministers Jawahar Lal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi fiddled with the Constitution for their own political goals.
UK's Graduate Visa programs may stay, but Sunak plans crackdown on foreign education agents
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce crackdown on agents marketing graduate visa schemes overseas, aiming to toughen migration stance before elections.
India Inc launches campaigns for robust voter turnout in Lok Sabha elections
In this election season, while political parties are seeking votes for their candidates, leading corporate houses have come up with innovative campaigns to enhance electoral awareness among people and their participation in the polls. These initiatives signify an emerging trend where corporate entities are instrumental in nurturing a robust democratic process.
Part of 'orchestrated campaign of PM' to browbeat judiciary: Congress on ex-judges' letter to CJI
The Congress accused the Prime Minister of orchestrating a campaign to intimidate the judiciary, referring to a letter by 21 retired judges criticizing attempts to undermine the judiciary. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleged the BJP poses the greatest threat to judicial independence. The retired judges highlighted insidious attempts to erode public confidence in the judiciary.
'Sangh values' run through my veins; can't think of filling mother's shoes: Bansuri Swaraj
Bansuri Swaraj, BJP's candidate for the New Delhi Lok Sabha seat and daughter of late Union minister Sushma Swaraj, expressed her deep connection with her mother and highlighted her own journey in politics. She emphasized that her affiliation with the Sangh runs deep and that she earned her place in politics through her own efforts, starting as an ABVP worker. Rejecting accusations of dynasty politics, Bansuri asserted that she deserves equal opportunities like any other candidate.
Vijay's 'The Greatest of All Time' to release on September 5
Vijay, who plays a double role in the movie, shared a new poster of the movie on his official X page. The poster mentioned the film's release date as 'September Fifth'.
SC ordered 2% slip audit in 2019 on parties' petition
The Supreme Court has heard a plea for a complete count of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail paper slips in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The Election Commission of India (EC) has defended its rationale in courts and found support from experts such as the Indian Statistical Institute.
How may Robert F. Kennedy Jr. prove to be the greatest spoiler for Joe Biden? Know votes he got in 'RealClearPolitics' survey
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may prove to be the greatest potential spoiler for Joe Biden as he got an average of 9.9% of the overall vote in 'RealClearPolitics' polling survey. He further complicated the issue by naming Nicole Shanahan his running mate.
Lok Sabha elections 2024 begin soon: What will make it or break it for BJP, Congress and other parties
India gears up for general elections starting April 19, 2024, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) vying for a third consecutive term against a Congress-led opposition seeking to break the NDA's decade-long dominance. Modi's BJP aims for a 400+ majority, citing past successes and a stable government. Major issues include Ram Mandir Politics, regional alliances, 'Modinomics', CAA implications, global image, unemployment, and stability at the Centre.
Rupeek’s steep down round; Paytm to become third-party UPI app
Gold loan startup Rupeek may soon be tying up a new funding round, albeit at a lower valuation. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Pressure grows on China for big policy moves to fix economy
China's leaders are under significant pressure to make bold policy decisions to safeguard the economy's long-term growth potential ahead of the annual meeting of China's parliament. The country faces challenges such as slowing growth, deflation, and a property market slump. Unlike in 2015, China's policy options are limited due to a spent ammunition of devaluation, tightening capital accounts, and slashed interest rates.
Pakistan downgraded to "authoritarian regime", records greatest deterioration in Asia, Australia: Report
Notably, Pakistan's score on the EIU Democracy Index fell by 0.88 to 3.25, resulting in a fall of 11 places in the global ranking table, to 118th, according to Geo News. Additionally, the report highlighted that along with the intervention in the electoral process and government dysfunction, the independence of the judiciary has been severely curtailed in Pakistan.
Which will be Thalapathy Vijay's last film before turning full-time politician? Fans are excited
Thalapathy Vijay today officially unveiled his political party as 'Tamilaga Vetri Kazham' (TVK). He plans to transition from the film industry to politics after completing 'The Greatest of All Time' film. 'Thalapathy 69' is speculated to be his last film, possibly with director Karthik Subbaraj.
Will Thalapathy Vijay be crowned as the ‘G.O.A.T’? Second look at superstar’s upcoming movie to be unveiled at 6:00 today
The title of Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay’s next film has finally been revealed to eagerly awaiting fans… and it’s aptly called ‘The Greatest Of All Time.’
Trump ballot ban appealed to US Supreme Court by Colorado Republican Party
The first impact of the appeal is to extend the stay of the 4-3 ruling from Colorado's highest court, which put its decision on pause until Jan. 4, the day before the state's primary ballots are due at the printer, or until an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court is finished. Trump himself has said he still plans to appeal the ruling to the nation's highest court as well.
Shane MacGowan's Timeless Legacy: A Musical Journey Through His Greatest Hits
Famous Irish singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan has peacefully departed at 65 after being diagnosed with encephalitis. The announcement of the singer's passing was made by his wife, Victoria Mary Clarke. In tribute to the renowned Irish singer, here are five timeless songs that will forever resonate.
Steph Curry Career: Countdown to Top 10 Greatest Games
Stephen Curry’s career is nothing short of legendary. From breaking records with three-pointers to making key moves in the NBA Finals, he’s one of the best basketball players out there.
"Greatest diplomatic embarrassment": Canadian opposition leader grills Trudeau over Nazi honouring incident
Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre criticized Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government for honoring a veteran of the 14th Waffen Grenadier Division of the SS, a Nazi division. Poilievre questioned whether there has ever been a greater diplomatic embarrassment in Canadian history and demanded an apology from Trudeau. He accused Trudeau of hiding and not taking responsibility for the incident. The Speaker of the Canadian House of Commons, Anthony Rota, resigned amid the growing controversy.
Solving the greatest mystery in rock & roll! Global hunt begins to find missing Beatles bass guitar owned by Paul McCartney
A global hunt has been launched by a guitar expert and two journalists to find Paul McCartney's missing bass guitar, which they consider to be "the greatest mystery in rock and roll."
Luxury Fyre Festival returns: A second chance or a recurring mirage?
The notorious Fyre Festival is staging a comeback, offering tickets for its second endeavor currently available at a cost of $499 (£391). Here are the details of the event.
Inauguration of new Parliament building greatest tribute to Savarkar and Maharashtrians: CM Eknath Shinde
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building in the national capital on Sunday morning and installed the historic Sengol in the Lok Sabha chamber.
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