SHARAD YADAV
Lok Sabha congratulates Indian cricket team on T20 World Cup win
India's cricket team celebrated a historic win at the T20 World Cup 2024, defeating South Africa by seven runs. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Speaker Om Birla congratulated the team, highlighting the inspiration they provide to the nation's youth. Modi praised key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who announced their retirement from T20 internationals. Nationalist Congress Party Chief Sharad Pawar also commended the team's dedication. This victory marks India's first ICC title since the Champions Trophy in 2013.
From NDA's govt formation to Nitish, Tejashwi on same flight: Here's all that happened a day after Lok Sabha election results
Modi said at the meeting that it was a historic mandate for the NDA's third consecutive government which, he noted, was last received in the country over 60 years back. His allies lauded Modi for his clear vision for "Viksit Bharat" and asserted that they are partners in this goal. They also praised him for enhancing India's pride in the world, besides his efforts towards poverty eradication and pledged to continue the good work, the sources said.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 3: Amit Shah, Jyotiraditya to Dimple Yadav; Top candidates and constituencies
As Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha elections approaches, 93 seats in 11 states and Union Territories are gearing up for voting on May 7. This phase will witness key battles including Amit Shah in Gandhinagar, Dimple Yadav in Mainpuri, Jyotiraditya Scindia in Guna, Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Vidisha, and Supriya Sule in Baramati. Here's a glimpse of the major candidates and the constituencies that will shape the outcome of this phase.
Phase 3: 93 seats across 10 states and a UT head to elections
Voting for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections will take place on Tuesday, covering 93 seats across 10 states and a Union Territory. The BJP has won 72 out of 94 seats in 2019, making this phase crucial for the party. The remaining 25 seats of Gujarat will go to polls, with BJP winning all 26 seats in the last two elections.
Third eye: Vijender Singh's demands, Babbar Shadow on Gurgaon Pitch & Mumbai Ka Style Bhai!
What Vijender Singh wanted before joining BJP, the fight for Gurgaon and Sharad Pawar's charisma in today's Third Eye.
INDIA bloc leaders assemble at Ramlila Maidan in solidarity with Kejriwal, Soren
Top INDIA bloc leaders gathered at the Ramlila Maidan to express solidarity with arrested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, and urge people to vote out the BJP in the Lok Sabha polls to "save democracy and the Constitution." The leaders included Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former presidents Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, NCP's Sharad Yadav, NC leader Farooq Abdullah, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, Left leaders Sitaram Yechury, D Raja, Dipankar Bhattacharya, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, RJD's Tejashwi Yadav, and TMC's Derek O'Brien.
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INDIA bloc rally: Modi's guarantee like Chinese goods, only meant for polls, says Tejashwi Yadav
Addressing the INDIA bloc rally at the Ramlila maidan in Delhi, Yadav alleged that an "undeclared emergency" was prevailing in the country and asserted that the opposition will not let the RSS agenda to be implemented in the country.
Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for INDIA bloc's 'Loktantra Bachao' rally
The Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the 'Loktantra Bachao Rally' by the opposition INDIA bloc, featuring leaders like Rahul Gandhi and others. Traffic regulations and diversions will be in place on several routes, and commuters are advised to use public transport and plan their travel accordingly.
Delhi Police prepares for AAP's rally at Ramlila Maidan
Top INDIA bloc leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, Uddhav Thackeray, Akhilesh Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav are expected to attend the rally. It is being held in the backdrop of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest and allegations of misuse of agencies against the opposition by the BJP-led central government.
Modi to Mamata: Here are the 10 heavyweights of Lok Sabha elections 2024
As India prepares for the upcoming general elections starting April 19, attention turns to key political figures shaping the discourse. From Narendra Modi's bid for a historic third term to Mamata Banerjee's solo stance in West Bengal, each leader's strategies carry weight in defining India's political trajectory. Their actions will heavily influence the fate of the nation's 97 crore voters.
Stalin, Akhilesh among INDIA bloc leaders to attend concluding rally of Rahul-led yatra in Mumbai
M K Stalin, Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav, Akhilesh Yadav, Mallikarjun Kharge, Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and other leaders will participate in the concluding rally of Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra in Mumbai, along with various opposition allies.
MPs term 17th Lok Sabha as 'historic'; Article 370, triple talaq, Ram temple highlights
Several members of the 17th Lok Sabha reflected on its historic tenure, highlighting key legislative achievements such as the abrogation of Article 370, the triple talaq bill, and the construction of the Ram temple. Poonam Mahajan commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's era for its impact on social and economic reforms, particularly in uplifting 25 crore people out of poverty.
"Valuable contribution": Opposition leaders congratulates LK Advani on being awarded Bharat Ratna
Advani is widely regarded as an individual of great intellectual ability, strong principles, and unwavering support for the idea of a strong and prosperous India. As confirmed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Advani has 'never compromised on his core belief in nationalism, and yet has displayed flexibility in political responses whenever it was demanded by the situation'.
People will give befitting reply to Nitish Kumar for 'betrayal': Oppn parties
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's alliance switch, joining the BJP, faced strong criticism from the Congress, RJD, and other parties in the INDIA bloc. Kumar's move less than 18 months after forming the 'Mahagathbandhan' government with the opposition shocked the bloc. Opposition leaders labeled Kumar a "chameleon" and "Paltu Ram" for switching sides, warning of a "befitting reply" from Bihar's people. The BJP defended the alliance, claiming its natural course, while opposition parties vowed to unitedly fight against the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
"It is still a speculation": NCP chief Sharad Pawar on JDU rejoining NDA
Amid political turmoil in Bihar, all parties held meetings in Patna. NCP Chief Sharad Pawar said speculation about CM Nitish Kumar joining BJP is not finalized. Former Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi indicated an alliance breakdown between JD(U)-RJD. LJP leader Chirag Paswan met Amit Shah and JP Nadda over concerns of being 'sidelined'. RJD leaders convened an emergency meeting. Tejashwi Yadav called Nitish Kumar 'respectable' but said there were many uncontrollable factors. The unity of the INDIA bloc is in jeopardy.
'Paltu Ram' is at it again? How Nitish Kumar navigated his long political career with repeated 'U-turns'
Once known as one of the most promising leaders of not only Bihar but of India, many called him "Sushasan Babu"—a good governance man. But Nitish has switched his political loyality on so many occasions that many now call him "Paltu Kumar"—someone who switches sides according to the situation. Once again, speculations are rife that Nitish Kumar is all set to switch sides and dump Lalu Yadav ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
Why 'Paltu Ram' Nitish Kumar may take another U-turn towards BJP
The political landscape in Bihar is ablaze with speculation as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar considers another political shift. Recent events, including dissatisfaction within the Grand Alliance, delayed seat-sharing issues, and Kumar's gratitude towards PM Modi for conferring Bharat Ratna on Karpoori Thakur, suggest potential realignments. Kumar's perceived humiliation during the INDIA alliance meeting further fuels speculation.
Sharad Pawar receives 'Pran Pratishtha' invite, to visit after January 22 once construction is complete
Sharad Pawar conveyed his appreciation on the invite in a letter addressed to Champat Rai, the General Secretary of Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra on Wednesday.
Congress invites INDIA bloc parties to join Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has announced that the seat-sharing talks of the INDIA bloc are progressing positively. He invited all INDIA bloc parties to join Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' at their convenience. Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar attended the meeting, and the alliance formed a committee to make plans in the coming days.
Divided they stand: Three sticking points for the INDIA bloc
After the BJP's recent victories in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, the bargaining power of the Congress, the largest party in the India bloc, seems to have diminished greatly. The fissures within the alliance seem to widen even as they try to progress to seat-sharing negotiations. The INDIA block faces basically three problems: seat sharing, the PM face and common poll plank.
"This is not good for democracy": Mallikarjun Kharge on suspension of MPs from Parliament
Kharge said, "This is not good for democracy. It is an insult to Parliament. They are suspending the MPs to scare us." The Congress chief said several MPs have tried to put forward their opinions so far in Parliament. "But Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah did not want to show up in the House. They are delivering lectures in Varanasi and Ahmedabad amid the ongoing session of the Parliament," he added.
'Ghamandia' comment for INDIA alliance smacks of BJP's arrogance: Sharad Pawar
Addressing a press conference after the conclusion of the two-day meeting of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) here, Pawar asked, "Who is a ghamandia... those who don't even like us meeting and interacting." The former Union minister said the INDIA alliance has offered a credible alternative to the country's people.
Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav meet Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai
While addressing the media during the meet, Uddhav Thackeray said, "SC has clearly exposed those seeking power, governor'sdecision has been called illegal, his decisions have been questioned, henceforth, we need to take it before the SC whether we need the governor's post on disqualification of the 16 MLAs- It has already been established that Shiv Sena belongs to, we want a quick decision now by the speaker on the disqualification proceedings."
Congress leadership reaches out to senior opposition leaders for 'unity' meet in New Delhi
All India Congress Committee general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal, during his recent meeting with Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Uddhav Thackery in Mumbai, invited the latter to the Opposition meeting being planned in the capital and said the date of the meeting would be decided soon through discussions.
RSS pays tributes to Mulayam Singh Yadav, Sharad Yadav, Shanti Bhushan at its annual meet
The RSS on Sunday paid tributes to late Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Mulayam Singh Yadav, socialist leader Sharad Yadav and senior advocate Shanti Bhushan at its annual general body meeting. The three-day annual general body meeting of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) began here on Sunday, with the organisation paying homage to political leaders and noted personalities who died in the last one year.
Sharad Yadav's last rites to take place in his ancestral village in MP
The last rites will be at 1:30 pm," he said. The rites will be performed by Sharad Yadav's son Shantanu Bundela, the late politician's nephew Shailesh Yadav informed.
Former JD-U president Sharad Yadav dies at 75
The news was confirmed by his daughter through a Facebook post.
Sharad Yadav: A socialist leader whose political journey saw turns, splits and alliances
Sharad Yadav served as a minister in the VP Singh government in 1989, but his highpoint came after a decade in the late 1990s, when he was in the fray against former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in Madhepura, a parliamentary seat dominated by voters from the Yadav caste, and drubbed the latter which earned him a ministerial berth in Atal Bihari Vajpayee government.
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