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Don't blame Modi, Yogi for BJP's poor performance in Uttar Pradesh: Uma Bharti
The party had fared badly in the state even after the demolition of the Babri Masjid, the former Union minister said in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district on Saturday. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won only 33 of the 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh in the 2024 parliamentary elections.
After proposing no tolls for poor highways, Nitin Gadkari asks officials to work on passes for cars
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has proposed the introduction of monthly or annual passes for cars on the National Highway network to simplify toll collection and reduce commuter hassles. This suggestion comes alongside his call for tolls to be waived on poorly maintained highways, emphasizing the need for quality service before collecting tolls.
Soccer: History littered with poor starts that turned into success
England's greatest triumph, winning the World Cup in 1966, came after they were panned for a feeble opening goalless draw against Uruguay, with manager Alf Ramsey setting a 58-year template for justifying the team's efforts in the face of media criticism. In the 1986 World Cup dire England lost to Portugal and drew 0-0 with Morocco. Only after injuries and a suspension did coach Bobby Robson finally set fan-favourite Glenn Hoddle free and they were transformed, exiting unluckily in the quarter-finals via Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal and brilliant second.
Stop bulldozing poor peoples' livelihood, says West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari
Two days after the chief minister reprimanded civic authorities and raised questions on the attitude of the authorities in addressing civic problems and encroachments on state government’s lands, Police and civic authorities started pulling down roadside alleged encroachments, temporary shops, selling food and bulldozing roadside stalls. “The Chief Minister conducted two meetings where she spoke about stopping encroachments of government lands. Banerjee said police, state minister Sujit Bose, Gautam Deb, Haldia Development Authority-all are thieves,” Adhikari said.
Food Safety: Karnataka govt imposes 10 lakh fine on usage of artificial colours in some food items
Karnataka has banned the use of artificial colors in food items, including kebabs, chicken, fish, and vegetarian dishes, after tests revealed harmful levels of sunset yellow and carmoisine. Violations of this ban can lead to severe penalties, including imprisonment and hefty fines. This action follows earlier bans on other harmful colors, with Health Minister Dinesh Gundurao highlighting the commitment to food safety and public health through stringent enforcement measures.
Congress hits ground running to prepare for 3 assembly bypolls after poor show in LS polls
The ruling Congress is strategizing to win three vacant seats due to MLAs' election to the Lok Sabha. Concerned about BJP-JDS partnership's voter acceptance, Congress aims to boost its political standing after a poor LS poll performance.
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Congress constitutes committees to examine poor performance in Lok Sabha polls in Delhi, seven states
Congress formed fact-finding committees in 7 states and Delhi to analyze poor performance in Lok Sabha polls under the leadership of Mallikarjun Kharge.
Third Eye: BJP's poor UP results, Uddhav's backchannel talks, and Naidu's speaker aspirations in focus
Political circles are buzzing with a mix of speculation and intrigue following several key events. The BJP's poor performance in Uttar Pradesh has spurred numerous theories. Meanwhile, Uddhav Thackeray, during a joint press conference with Sharad Pawar and Congress leaders, humorously deflected questions about rumoured backchannel talks with BJP to join NDA, evoking laughter among the leaders. Additionally, Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu's strategic manoeuvre to assert TDP’s claim on the Speaker’s post has sparked curiosity.
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.
BJP rules out change in Maharashtra leadership after poor performance in Lok Sabha polls
The meeting was attended by state BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule, senior leaders Sudhir Mungantiwar, Chandrakant Patil, Pankaja Munde and Vinod Tawde, among others. The BJP won nine seats in Maharashtra in the recent Lok Sabha elections, down from its 2019 tally of 23.
BJP task force to study debacle in Uttar Pradesh, take candidates' feedback
Non-cooperation from state government employees to the sitting MPs, party workers working against them, and the false narrative that the Constitution would be changed were among the prominent reasons cited by the BJP's Lok Sabha candidates of Uttar Pradesh for the party's poor performance in their respective seats, sources said.
NEET a 'scam', goes against students, social justice and poor; Centre must not defend it: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has criticized the National Entrance Test (NEET) as a "scam" that hinders students' opportunities and promotes social injustice. He criticized the NEET system for its inequitable nature and the lack of opportunities for the oppressed. Stalin also highlighted the recent allegations of invigilators tampering with OMR sheets for monetary benefits, highlighting the need for systemic change.
Modi 3.0 kicks off with focus on farmers, poor
PM Narendra Modi released funds for farmers and approved 30 million houses for the poor on his first day of the third term. He emphasized team spirit, involvement of ministers in work decisions, and advised against giving sermons.
Why do we make poor investment decisions and how to avoid them
Investing has come to mean a flurry of activity. One must go about acting with assumed expertise, buying, selling, booking profits, revising and reworking. Keeping it simple and staid over the long term is boring in comparison. Poor investment decisionmaking is here to stay. We will crib about outcomes for a while, and then go back to doing the same things.
Modi hints at new welfare measures for middle class and poor: Top quotes from NDA meet
PM-elect Narendra Modi praised Lok Sabha members and party workers for their dedication during the recent elections. He highlighted the NDA's success across 22 states, emphasizing its reflection of India's spirit. Rajnath Singh proposed Modi's leadership in the Lok Sabha, a move supported by all NDA leaders. Modi's unanimous election signifies unity within the NDA. Modi stressed the importance of consensus in governing the nation.
Ex-BCCI curator slams 'poor' drop-in pitches in NYC, says they should've been installed 3 months ago
Former BCCI chief curator Daljit Singh criticizes the 'poor quality' of drop-in pitches at the T20 World Cup games in New York, including India's matches, citing safety concerns and lack of preparation.
Stray cattle, price rise, paper leaks: UP BJP leaders point to reasons for poor performance
Allegations were also levelled by an MLA against CM Yogi Adityanath for favouring his own Thakur caste wherein the MLA said that legislators belonging to the Thakur caste, even those of other parties or outsiders received great treatment from the CM, while inputs and suggestions of local MLAs and MPs from other castes were disregarded by him. Another MLA also suggested that the contentious Agnipath scheme should be reviewed and the old pension scheme should also be brought back. It was also felt that the party wrongly judged that the Modi factor and national pride plank would cause voters to ignore the other pressing issues.
NDA's return to power for third term shows people's faith in Modi's vision: BJP
BJP and its allies win Lok Sabha polls, affirming people's trust in PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat' vision. Amit Shah highlights voters' support for Modi's work in the last 10 years.
S&P downgrades French credit rating in blow to Macron
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's downgraded France's credit score on Friday citing a deterioration in the country's budgetary position, a blow to Emmanuel Macron's government days before EU parliamentary elections. France's general government debt will increase to about 112 percent of GDP by 2027, up from around 109 percent in 2023, "contrary to our previous expectations", the agency added.
Sovereign ratings is for state; at the margins for markets
Sovereign ratings, a product of the pre-depression era when analysts were a rarity and communication was expensive, are turning into dinner-table conversations rather than driving investment decisions.
Welfare schemes, policies in India not oriented towards poor: P Chidambaram
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the current welfare schemes in India, stating they aren't effectively targeted towards the poor. Speaking at an event, he emphasized the need for policies to be oriented towards marginalized sections like SCs, STs, and the poor to achieve an egalitarian society. Chidambaram advocated for universal and free healthcare and education as essential components of such a society, citing examples from European nations.
PM Modi says poor, farmers, women and youth should have..: BJP leader weighs in on Bengal OBC row
Union Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey lauded PM Modi's policies, emphasizing that resources should prioritize the poor, farmers, women, and youth. He criticized Congress for allegedly reallocating OBC quotas to Muslims in Karnataka. His comments followed Mamata Banerjee's opposition to the Calcutta High Court invalidating OBC certificates issued since 2010, which she plans to challenge. Tripura OBC Morcha president Malina Debnath supported the court's decision, accusing the TMC of adding Muslims to the OBC category for electoral gains without proper surveys.
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.
India Inc gets inked; corporate leaders vote for stable govt, development, emancipation of poor
Industry leaders from Tatas, Ambanis, and Birlas vote in Mumbai during the Lok Sabha elections, focusing on development, economic growth, and voting choices in Maharashtra.
Har saal gareeb parivar ki ek mahila ko Rs 1 lakh 'taka-tak-taka-tak': Rahul Gandhi counters PM Modi's remark
Rahul Gandhi promises financial support to women from poor families, criticizes PM Modi, and emphasizes the election's constitutional importance. He pledges MSP for farmers, financial aid for graduates, and victory for the Congress-Samajwadi Party candidate in Prayagraj. The rally with Akhilesh Yadav focuses on Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi's values, urging support for the upcoming voting on May 20.
IndiGo faces criticism from Neelesh Misra over chaotic flight experience
Renowned storyteller Neelesh Misra shared his unpleasant experience flying with IndiGo, criticizing the airline for chaotic boarding procedures and delays. Despite IndiGo's apology, Misra expressed disappointment in the airline's service, prompting a wave of similar complaints from other passengers on social media. This incident highlights growing concerns about customer satisfaction and service quality in the airline industry.
"The day I start doing Hindu-Muslims, I won't be entitled to live in the public domain,": PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi clear air on 'infiltrators' and 'more children' remarks, emphasized unity and rejectd division. He filed nomination from Varanasi, gearing up for Lok Sabha polls on June 1.
'Mahalakshmi Scheme': Congress leader Sonia Gandhi promises assistance of Rs 1 lakh to women of poor households
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has announced a financial assistance scheme called 'Mahalakshmi,' offering Rs 1 lakh annually to women from poor households. This announcement comes during the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections. Meanwhile, Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Modi for not responding to Rahul Gandhi's invitation for a debate. The Lok Sabha polls are ongoing in 96 constituencies across nine states and one Union Territory, with significant contests in various constituencies.
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