PROMISES
Keir Starmer promises 'government of service' in first speech as UK PM
Keir Starmer, as Britain's 58th Prime Minister following Labour's landslide win, promised a "government of service". He met King Charles III and, alongside his wife Victoria, greeted supporters in Downing Street. In his inaugural address, he emphasized national renewal, acknowledged sacrifices, stressed trust and public service, praised predecessor Rishi Sunak, and marked a new Labour Party-led government.
Chandrababu Naidu meets union ministers over stalled projects, old promises
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu met top central leaders, including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, to push state-specific demands. Naidu, whose TDP supports the BJP-led NDA, sought a special package for backward districts and financial support for Amravati's infrastructure development.
Jairam Ramesh greets Naidu on B-day; reminds him of Andhra special category status 'promise'
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh greeted former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu on his birthday on Monday and hoped that the "promise" he made on the floor of the Rajya Sabha that the BJP, when elected to power, will grant special category status to Andhra Pradesh for a period of ten years will get fulfilled soon. Naidu, who served as the 13th vice president of India from 2017 to 2022, turned 75 on Monday.
People 'betrayed by Modi-Shah promise' of making Assam flood free: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP over flood management in Assam, highlighting the grim flood situation in the state with over four lakh affected and major rivers flowing above danger levels.
In Andhra Pradesh, Chandrababu Naidu won a political battle; next is fiscal
A silent anti-incumbency factor coupled with a shift in the traditional vote bank (Muslims, Christians and Dalits) of YSRCP resulted in a big victory for the TDP-led alliance. A major feature of Naidu's win was his 'Super Six' promises his party made to the voters.
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Protest outside Atishi's residence for Rs 1000 honorarium to women
Members of the Mahila Manch protested outside Delhi Finance Minister Atishi's residence, demanding the AAP government fulfill its budget pledge to provide Rs 1000 honorarium to city women. They said that the announcement was a commitment and not a campaign promise. Police confirmed the peaceful dispersal of protesters, with Atishi attributing the demonstration to BJP's women wing's attempt to gain votes by undermining the government's commitment.
Will PM Modi fulfil his promise of giving special status to Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, asks Congress Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh said the 'mahagathbandhan' government of the RJD, Congress and Nitish Kumar had gotten a caste survey done in Bihar. We demanded that a nationwide caste census be carried out and even Nitish Kumar has supported this. Do you (PM) promise to conduct caste census in the entire country like it has been done in Bihar?" Ramesh said.
Third Eye: Platform for promise, ‘Khatakhat’, ‘Fatafat’, and breathless team
Congress' pledge to credit ₹8,500 to BPL women under the Mahalakshmi scheme in UP sparks debate. Rahul Gandhi's 'khatakhat' phrase gains traction. AAP leaders Kejriwal and Mann campaign intensely in Punjab, facing logistical hurdles.
Upgrade of India's rating outlook reflects solid growth, promising outlook: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman praised S&P's upgrade of India's rating outlook to positive, citing solid growth and a promising future. She highlighted India's trajectory towards becoming the third-largest economy and achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. S&P's first positive outlook for India, while retaining the 'BBB-' investment grade, reflects successful macroeconomic reforms since 2014, substantial capital expenditure, fiscal discipline, and visionary leadership. Sitharaman shared these comments in a post on X, emphasizing the significance of this development for India's economic prospects.
"Chhote Miyan's guarantees unfulfilled, "Bade Miyan" promises more: Anurag Thakur's jibe at CM Sukhu, Rahul Gandhi
Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Youth and Sports Affairs, Anurag Singh Thakur, on Sunday called Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's rally in Una as a flop show, asserting that all of his guarantees are mere "lies".
Restoration of J&K statehood is "solemn promise" we have made, will stand by it: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to restore statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting record voter turnout in Srinagar as a positive sign. Emphasising progress since abrogation of Article 370, Modi envisioned a peaceful, prosperous future for the region, aiming to make J&K a hub of culture, knowledge, and technological innovation.
We fulfil our manifesto promises: PM Modi on UCC, One Nation, One Election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to implement One Nation, One Election and a Uniform Civil Code if re-elected, fulfilling BJP manifesto promises. Extending the 100-day plan to seek youth suggestions, Modi aims for impactful decision-making and quick action in his next term, emphasizing fulfilling the nation's expectations for development.
Defunct iron factory linked to Dalai Lama sees renewed hope of resurrection every election season
Once a major avenue for employment in the region, the factory has been shut for the better part of four decades now. Despite this, the people of the region hold out hope that it will be returned to its former glory. These hopes are fuelled every election cycle, with promises forgotten every results day while administrative apathy pushes the people of Koderma out of the region.
Congress asks why PM Modi has 'broken' promise on MSP, prioritises politics over country's daughters
The Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not fulfilling his promise of legalizing Minimum Support Price for crops and prioritizing politics over issues affecting women and farmers in Haryana. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of failing to address farmers' concerns and ignoring atrocities against Dalits in BJP-ruled states.
BJP ended crisis of credibility in politics by fulfilling promises: Ex-Haryana minister Anil Vij
Former Haryana minister Anil Vij praised BJP for fulfilling promises, boosting credibility in Indian politics. PM Modi's scheduled visit to Haryana for election rallies expected to strengthen BJP campaign. Vij criticized Congress for lack of credibility. He highlighted BJP's achievements and criticized opposition bloc. Vij also slammed AAP chief Kejriwal's silence on party MP's alleged assault.
BJP went back on Sixth Schedule promise, will continue movement till demands are met: Sonam Wangchuk
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk led a 21-day fast in sub-zero temperatures in March this year, seeking autonomy for Ladakh. The protesters, who were inspired by actor Aamir Khan's character Rancho in Bollywood blockbuster "3 Idiots," argued that the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution should protect the mountains, glaciers, and ecology of Ladakh. Wangchuk said that locals are concerned that without safeguards, their lands will be taken over by corporates and outsiders who may not respect the environment in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region.
Lok Sabha polls: Mallikarjun Kharge promises 10 kg free grain against NDA's 5 kg
While holding a joint press conference with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav in Lucknow, Kharge said: "They keep reiterating their claim of giving 5 kg of foodgrain to 80 crore people. But, we brought the Food Security Act. Anybody can approach court if it (ration) is stopped. When the alliance government is formed, we will give 10 kgs. I can give this guarantee because we are implementing this in states." This promise is not included in the Congress' manifesto. He exuded confidence the alliance was in a strong position after four phases of elections.
Congress promises 10 kg free ration every month to the poor if voted to power
Congress pledged 10 kilograms of free ration monthly to the poor if the Opposition coalition wins power, contrasting the NDA government's 5-kilogram scheme right now. The current government extended PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana for five years, costing Rs 11.8 lakh crore, benefiting around 800 million citizens. BJP criticized Congress's manifesto, questioning fiscal feasibility.
FM Nirmala Sitaraman flags 'gigantic schemes of fiscal splurge' pledged by Congress
The Congress has promised to launch a Mahalakshmi Scheme to provide Rs 1 lakh per year to every poor Indian family as unconditional cash transfer, and write off student loans, if voted to power. It also wants to guarantee a national minimum wage of ₹400 per day, among a host of other populist pledges.
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.
'Forget June 10, BJP won't be able to win Odisha in next 10 years': Naveen Patnaik takes on PM Modi
Patnaik challenges BJP's future in Odisha, emphasizing BJD's return. Criticizes Modi for unkept promises and neglecting Odisha's interests. Highlights upcoming elections and regional concerns.
"BJP fooled people of Bihar by making false promises": RJD leader Misa Bharti
Misa Bharti criticizes NDA-BJP for unfulfilled promises in Bihar's Lok Sabha polls. Samrat Choudhary expresses confidence in BJP-NDA's Bihar victory, supporting Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar.
Narendra Modi is master of lies and exploits people emotionally: CM Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accuses Prime Minister Narendra Modi of deceit, alleging unfulfilled promises and emotional exploitation. Reacting to Modi's claim of opposition wanting to bury him alive, Siddaramaiah clarifies political opposition, emphasizing public disillusionment with Modi's governance. He asserts Modi's desperation and claims public awareness of his deceptive tactics
Double-engine govt dealt double blow to farmers, labourers: Kumari Selja
Congress general secretary Kumari Selja criticized the BJP governments at both the Centre and in Haryana, accusing them of failing farmers, laborers, and other segments of society over the past decade. While campaigning in Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency, Selja highlighted unfulfilled promises such as doubling farmers' income and creating 2 crore jobs annually. She criticized the Modi government for not delivering on its pledges and accused it of divisive politics and economic mismanagement, emphasizing the need to protect democracy.
Is PM Modi's promise for Madiga sub-quota in Telangana just a 'jumla'?, asks Congress
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance on various promises made in Telangana, including the sub-quota for the Madiga caste, the establishment of a rail coach factory at Kazipet, and the Bayyaram Steel Plant and Hyderabad Information Technology Investment Region (ITIR) projects. Ramesh criticized Modi for not fulfilling these promises and accused him of making empty commitments.
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