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Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath slams Rahul Gandhi over 'not Hindus' remark
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath demanded an apology from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly hurting Hindus and the "soul of Mother India." Adityanath criticised Gandhi for defaming UP and Ayodhya, calling his statements shameful and condemnable. Gandhi defended his remarks during a fiery speech in Parliament, emphasizing that Hinduism is not about spreading fear and hatred.
Despite NTR's cajoling, Venkaiah Naidu Garu stayed with BJP & helped it grow in Andhra Pradesh
Celebrating the 75th birthday of Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu Garu, former Vice President, known for dedication to public service. His journey reflects adaptability and commitment. Venkaiah Garu's eloquence and focus on developmental issues earned him respect. Originating from Andhra Pradesh, he contributed to key initiatives, served in national politics, and promoted Telugu culture.
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.
Interviewers don't have access to candidate's quota info: UP Govt
The govt's replay came after Apna Dal (S) chief Anupriya Patel alleged bias against backward, scheduled caste (SC) and scheduled tribe (ST) aspirants. The state government further said that if aspirants belonging to any category do not get the average qualification marks, then the commission does not have the right to change the unfilled vacancies into a different category and that these vacancies are "carried forward".
BJP starts early for assembly elections with plans to announce candidates early
Sources said t the BJP is also looking to take some populist measures -- like it took in Haryana, where the BJP government revised the creamy layer limit of OBCs to ₹8 lakh from ₹6 lakh, raised backwards reservation in group A and group B jobs in the state to 27% from 15%.
Exam system handed over to copying mafia: Akhilesh Yadav targets BJP
The Samajwadi Party chief said the BJP government is completely running on lies and loot. "Inflation and unemployment are at their peak, law and order is in shambles. There is a terror of money lenders in the entire state," he added.
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Paper leak row: Enraged BJP hits back after Shashi Tharoor takes a jibe at Uttar Pradesh
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor faced backlash from the BJP-led government in Uttar Pradesh for sharing a meme regarding paper leaks in a national-level examination. The post sparked controversy and criticism from BJP leaders, labeling Tharoor as a 'repeat offender' for his indirect jibe at PM Narendra Modi.
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.
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.
Rajasthan, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh: Arun Singh built bonds, narratives for BJP
On March 21, BJP appointed party general secretary Arun Singh as the election in-charge of Andhra Pradesh. UP BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh was made the co in-charge for the state. There was less than two months' time available for the duo to execute the alliance coordination and make it appear like a natural alliance between the BJP, TDP and Jana Sena.
BJP's Ninong Ering sworn in as Pro-tem Speaker of Arunachal Pradesh assembly
BJP leader Ninong Ering on Thursday was sworn in as the Pro-tem speaker of the 8th Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Governor Lt Gen (Retd) K T Parnaik administered the oath of office to Ering in an official ceremony held in the Raj Bhavan.
Pema Khandu sworn in as Arunachal Pradesh CM for third straight term
Pema Khandu of BJP sworn in as Arunachal Pradesh CM for third term. Governor KT Parnaik administered the oath in presence of Amit Shah, JP Nadda. 11 ministers also took oath. BJP secured 46 seats in 60-member assembly, marking third consecutive win in the state.
Pema Khandu: Harmonizing leadership, sports and music in Arunachal Pradesh
Pema Khandu, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, known for leading the state through a constitutional crisis and bringing BJP to power in 2016.
Pema Khandu to become CM of Arunachal Pradesh for fifth time
Khandu met Governor Lieutenant General (Retired) KT Parnaik and staked a claim to form the government. The swearing in ceremony of the new government is likely to take place on Thursday.
Pema Khandu to be sworn-in as Arunachal Pradesh CM for another term
Pema Khandu on Wednesday was re-elected as the Leader of BJP Legislative Party in Arunachal Pradesh, reported ANI. He will be sworn-in as the chief minister of the state for another term.
Himachal Pradesh: Six newly elected MLAs take oath
Former minister and BJP MLA from Dharamshala, Sudhir Sharma was the first to take oath followed by Congress MLA Anuradha Rana from Lahaul and Spiti. The others who took oath are Congress MLA from Sujanpur, Captain Ranjit Singh, BJP MLA from Barsar, Inder Dutt Lakhanpal, Congress MLA from Gagret, Rakesh Kalia and Congress MLA from Kutlehar, Vivek Sharma.
Amit Shah heading to Andhra Pradesh, likely to meet Chandrababu Naidu
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Andhra Pradesh to meet TDP chief N Chandra Babu Naidu before his swearing-in as chief minister. The TDP, Jan Sena Party, and BJP alliance won the recent elections. Shah's visit is scheduled for this evening, with a meeting planned with Naidu. No further details were revealed.
Chandrababu Naidu announces Amaravati as sole capital city of Andhra Pradesh
A day before his swearing-in as Andhra Pradesh's chief minister, TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu declared that Amaravati would be the state's sole capital. This announcement was made during a joint meeting of TDP, BJP, and Janasena legislators, where Naidu was elected as the NDA leader. Naidu emphasized that there would be no plans for three capitals under his government, reaffirming Amaravati as the capital.
Lok Sabha: Number of ministers from MP in Modi 3.0 remains same as second term
India Council of Ministers: The number of ministers representing Madhya Pradesh in the new Narendra Modi government remains at six, consistent with the previous term. Notable inclusions are Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Savitri Thakur, and Durga Das Uikey. BJP workers celebrated Chouhan's appointment, expressing optimism for the state's representation in the central government. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and BJP chief VD Sharma thanked PM Modi for the representation.
JP Nadda returns to Modi Cabinet after stint as BJP chief
JP Nadda, the BJP president from Himachal Pradesh, returned to PM Modi's council of ministers as a Cabinet minister. He served as Union health minister in Modi's first term and has a background in law and grassroots politics.
Rajnath - a quintessential grassroots leader from Uttar Pradesh
Rajnath Singh, a key BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh, is known for his grassroots connect and political acumen. He has played a crucial role in expanding the party's network in the Hindi heartland state.
Will keep working as BJP worker: Outgoing Union minister Anurag Thakur
Outgoing Union Minister Anurag Thakur, not included in the new BJP-led NDA government's ministerial list, vowed to continue working as a BJP member and support PM Modi's vision for India's development. Reelected to the Lok Sabha from Hamirpur, Thakur expressed confidence in Modi's leadership to drive India's progress.
Andhra Pradesh elections shake up political families, cause estrangement
The fiercely fought Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh saw YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy facing challenges from his sister, Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Y S Sharmila.
State CM Yogi Adityanath calls review meeting after BJP's setback in UP Lok Sabha elections
After the BJP's disappointing performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called a meeting of all ministers for a thorough review of departmental work and public feedback to address governance issues. The meeting is scheduled for 11 am at Lok Bhawan. Another meeting at 6 pm will review the recruitment process for vacant posts with various commissions and boards.
BJP's caste strategy put back on table in Uttar Pradesh
Following a loss in the Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, the BJP is reviewing its caste strategy in the state by promoting leaders from non-Yadav backward castes, EBCs, and SCs. Prominent figures like Keshav Prasad Maurya, Swatantra Dev Singh, and Bhupendra Chaudhary have been key in securing votes from specific caste groups. Despite these efforts, some leaders like Sanjeev Balyan faced defeats, while alliances with parties like RLD showed mixed results in the recent polls.
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.
Jyotiraditya Scindia wins Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia wins Guna constituency in Madhya Pradesh against Congress candidate. Scindia's victory continues the political legacy of the Scindia family in the region.
Uttar Pradesh elections results: Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav snatches back Uttar Pradesh in surprise turnaround
Akhilesh Yadav's stature saw a remarkable surge on Tuesday as his Samajwadi Party made significant inroads in Uttar Pradesh, diminishing the ruling BJP's dominance. According to the emerging trends, the SP was leading in 37 seats, compared to the BJP's 33 seats. The evolving tally poses a setback for the BJP, which had earlier projected a sweeping victory in the state, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a parliamentary seat.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor dissolves assembly
The dissolution of the seventh assembly in Arunachal Pradesh by Governor KT Parnaik has set the stage for the formation of the eighth assembly following the election results. According to a statement from the Raj Bhavan, the governor invoked Article 174 (2) (b) of the Constitution and approved the cabinet's recommendation to dissolve the outgoing assembly immediately.
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