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Chirag Paswan meets Nitish Kumar in show of solidarity
Union Minister Chirag Paswan met with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar in a show of solidarity between NDA partners. Paswan presented flowers to Kumar and assured support in the upcoming by-poll for the Rupauli assembly seat. The meeting comes after Paswan's induction into the Union cabinet and discussions on various issues, including recent bridge collapses.
The team set to govern Britain under new PM Starmer
Keir Starmer leads Labour to victory in the 2024 election, forming a new government with key appointments like Angela Rayner as Deputy PM and Rachel Reeves as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The team aims to implement strategic policies for the country.
"Why has Rahul Gandhi not visited victims of Kallakurichi liquor tragedy?" BJP on LoP's Hathras visit
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras to meet the grieving families affected by the recent stampede. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress MP for not visiting the families of victims in the Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy in Tamil Nadu. At least 121 devotees lost their lives in a stampede during a religious 'Satsang' event of self-styled godman Suraj Pal alias 'Bhole Baba' in Fulari village, Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on Tuesday.
Indian Army confirms payment of Rs 98.39 lakh to Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family after Rahul Gandhi's claim
The Indian Army affirmed its commitment to honoring soldiers' sacrifices amid controversy over compensation for Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family. The Army clarified that they received Rs 98.39 lakhs and are due another Rs 67 lakhs pending police verification, totaling around Rs 1.65 crore under the Agniveer Scheme. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused Defence Minister Rajnath Singh of misleading Parliament about the compensation, triggering a dispute. Singh defended the Agniveer Scheme, denying discrepancies and emphasizing its purpose to support personnel not eligible for standard military benefits.
Puducherry: Ruling coalition MLAs knock at Delhi's doors against AINRC-BJP govt
A political crisis is brewing in the union territory of the ruling AINRC-BJP coalition in Tamil Nadu, with saffron party MLAs expressing dissatisfaction with the government over issues such as corruption. They have called on the national leadership to set things right before they worsen. The local BJP unit is also facing tensions, with calls for replacing the incumbent UT head due to the party nominee's loss in the recent Lok Sabha elections.
Britain’s economy isn’t seeing growth anywhere near India’s 7% GDP rise — this has caused fewer differences between the Conservatives and Labour: Jaideep Prabhu
The UK election landscape is marked by economic uncertainties post-Brexit, minimal policy distinctions between parties, and environmental concerns driving voter engagement. Influential figures like Farage, Johnson, and Sunak shape political narratives, while climate change discussions underscore the urgency for sustainable solutions amidst global warming threats.
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NCP-SP approaches ECI to register party to accept funds before Maharashtra polls
Nationalist Congress Party - Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) is learnt to have moved the Election Commission of India ahead of the assembly polls in Maharashtra, seeking to register itself as a distinct political party under the Representation of the People Act, 1951 so that it can accept donations ahead of elections.
What's behind India's hardening posture against China?
India appears to be adopting a tougher stance towards China, with Prime Minister Modi set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Kazakhstan in July. Recent developments suggest a hardening of India's posture against China, including refusing to resume direct passenger flights and engaging with Taiwan, signaling a shift in India's approach.
Survey indicates growing political disillusionment among Americans; Here are the reasons
A survey that was conducted points towards growing political disillusionment among the American voters. Voters seek leaders who are decisive and work towards enhancing the national interest rather than individual political interests.
NDA's Maha poor Lok Sabha show: NCP hits back at BJP for blaming Ajit Pawar; warns of taking 'different stand' on alliance
The blame game between BJP and NCP has escalated in Maharashtra after BJP members blamed Ajit Pawar's NCP alliance for their poor Lok Sabha election results. NCP leaders, including Amol Mitkari and Rupali Patil, have strongly refuted these claims, warning of reconsidering their alliance if the targeting continues. They criticized BJP's leaders for making divisive statements, suggesting it led to electoral setbacks rather than Ajit Pawar's influence.
Space given to anti-India elements advocating extremism main issue with Canada: Foreign secy Kwatra
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is among the leaders of the G7 advanced economies attending the annual summit. "I think the main issue with regard to Canada continues to be the political space that Canada provides to anti-India elements which advocate extremism and violence and we have repeatedly conveyed our deep concerns to them and we expect them to take strong action," Kwatra said.
Before taking on Mike Tyson, Jake Paul expresses his views on US politics, health issues and unemployment
Jake Paul, despite living in Puerto Rico, is still very much aware of what’s happening in the US. He expressed his views on voting.
Why is Nigel Farage being pelted very often with rubbish?
Nigel Farage, a right-wing politician from the UK is being frequently attacked with rubbish due to his unpopular views. The UK Home Office has taken a serious view of these recent incidents.
End of 'negative' politics: Akhilesh Yadav on Lok Sabha poll results
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav declared the end of negative politics, celebrating the triumph of people's issues. He highlighted the Samajwadi Party's rise as the third-largest party and emphasized their commitment to public service in the Lok Sabha. In the recent elections, SP won 37 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, with Congress winning 6 seats, while BJP secured 33 seats, and their allies RLD and Apna Dal (Sonelal) won two and one seats, respectively.
Seven out of 17 women candidates win LS polls in Maharashtra; four belong to Congress
Among the prominent winners is Supriya Sule, who won the Baramati seat for the fourth successive time by defeating Sunetra Pawar, the wife of her cousin and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. The fight for the Baramati seat was being keenly watched as it was for the first time that two members of the Pawar family were fighting the polls against each other in their home turf.
2024 Lok Sabha elections: Under-representation issue in spotlight as only 9.6% women in fray
This year marks the first general election since the passage of the women's reservation bill, which aims to reserve one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for women - a bill which, despite being passed, is yet to be implemented. Despite the landmark legislation, the representation of women in this year's election has seen only a marginal increase.
ECI issues verification SOP for EVM memory
The Election Commission of India has issued a protocol allowing the first two losers to seek verification of burnt memory in EVM microcontroller after June 4. Candidates can seek verification for alleged tampering as per SOP issued following Supreme Court directions on April 26.
A river once ran through it: The 288-km-long dying Ichhamati is stoking up Bengal's poll furnace
As part of National Waterway 44, Ichhamati forms a 21km riverine border with Bangladesh and flows through the Ranaghat, Bangaon, Basirhat, and Barasat constituencies. Voters in North 24 Parganas' Basirhat and Barasat will cast their ballots on June 1.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde issues notice to Sanjay Raut over 'defamatory' article
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has sent a notice to Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut regarding a "defamatory" article alleging that Shinde attempted to sabotage NCP candidates in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. The notice, dated May 28, accuses Raut of making false claims in his column in the Shiv Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' on May 26. It asserts that Raut's statements were defamatory and aimed at misleading the public.
Janhvi Kapoor surprises fans with deep insights on Gandhi, Ambedkar, and casteism: 'This issue that we have in our society'
In a recent interview with The Lallantop, Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor surprised many by sharing her insights on Mahatma Gandhi, BR Ambedkar, and casteism. Known for her roles in films like "Bawaal," Janhvi expressed a deep interest in history, particularly in witnessing a debate between Gandhi and Ambedkar on caste issues. She noted that while Ambedkar’s stance was firm from the start, Gandhi's views evolved over time.
Water shortage, poor drainage, traffic jams pressing issues in South Delhi
With voting on May 25 for the South Delhi Lok Sabha seat, residents share the issues they face. The region faces water scarcity, traffic congestion, and inadequate drainage. Residents prioritised basic amenities over political issues like the chronic water crisis and infrastructural challenges. Candidates like Ramvir Singh Bidhuri and Sahi Ram Pehalwan promise solutions, focusing on healthcare, education, and sports facilities in the region.
Many Chandni Chowk voters prefer national issues over local problems
Chandni Chowk, a trader and Muslim-dominated constituency in Delhi, faces numerous issues such as crumbling infrastructure, traffic congestion, and parking problems. However, many residents believe that national issues, such as pollution and crime, are more important for voters in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The constituency is among the 13 pollution hotspots of Delhi but is often overlooked in poll promises.
BJP slams Rahul, Mamata over reservation issue; accuses INDIA bloc of appeasement politics
BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of being aligned against lower castes, emphasizing the need for change.
New committee to be set up to find inclusive solution to long-drawn Indo-Naga political issue
The PAC will comprise the council of ministers and legislature leaders of all political parties in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA). There was a meeting on May 9 chaired by chief minister Neiphiu Rio.
Climate change hardly a burning issue for Indian voters
Unprecedented climate change disasters are impacting India, but political parties and voters are largely overlooking the issue during the elections. Only regional party DMK has concrete climate change plans. In contrast, Europe prioritizes climate action in elections. Indian voters are more focused on traditional issues like unemployment and inflation.
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.
Third Eye: Political chess in Haryana; the 'defectors' challenge for BJP, and Maharashtra Opposition's campaign issue
The BJP's JJP, led by Dushyant Chautala, has been gaining support from Congress since three independent MLAs withdrew support from the Saini government. Chautala has promised to back Congress if a no-trust motion against the BJP government is brought, but has not given notice for one. Congress is cautiously examining whether Chautala can keep his party's 10 MLAs united or if a section is available to BJP. BJP inducting defectors presents a new challenge for its leaders, as they may only have a chance in the assembly elections.
West Bengal's lawsuit: Will not permit parties to raise political issue in court, says SC
Supreme Court restrains political discussions in West Bengal's CBI lawsuit post consent withdrawal. Verdict pending on suit's validity. Kapil Sibal, Tushar Mehta advocate citing DPSE Act and ED involvement.
Partition of India broke Northeast's natural connectivity: S Jaishankar at Kirori Mal College
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the partition of India for disrupting the natural connectivity of northeastern states and affecting growth due to political barriers and administrative issues. He emphasized that the Northeast's growth should have been slowed down due to these factors. Jaishankar also noted that the current economic stability in the Northeast is improving, but urged Delhi to first look east and appreciate the potential of the Northeast.
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