SHEKHAWAT
India's growing soft power is in its rich cultural fabric: Shekhawat
Newly appointed Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, pledged to amplify India's tourism potential and celebrate its rich cultural heritage. Emphasizing India's transition from its colonial past to "Bharat," Shekhawat highlighted the diverse art, music, dance, and natural sites spanning from Kashmir to Kanyakumari.
Modi Cabinet portfolios allocated; Sitharaman retains finance ministry, Jaishankar to serve as EAM again
NDA Full List Ministry Portfolio: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his third consecutive term on Monday by allocating key portfolios to ministers following their swearing-in ceremony. This cabinet formation includes 30 cabinet ministers, 36 ministers of state (MoS), and 5 MoS with independent charge from the BJP and its allies, marking the establishment of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government under his leadership
Modi 3.0: NDA govt to hold its first cabinet meeting today; here are the key expectations
The first meeting of the third Narendra Modi cabinet is set for today at 5 pm at the Prime Minister's residence on Lok Kalyan Marg. Newly inducted ministers will attend the meeting, where the government is expected to approve the construction of 2 crore additional houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and increase assistance to beneficiaries. The portfolios of the cabinet ministers are also expected to be announced soon.
Narendra Modi takes oath as PM for third straight term; Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and other leaders sworn-in as ministers
PM Modi oath ceremony: Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive time on Sunday. The ceremony took place at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office.
Modi swearing-in: Shekhawat, GK Reddy, Mandaviya, Hardeep Puri take oath as Cabinet ministers
Narendra Modi was sworn in as prime minister on Sunday for a record-equalling third term, heading a Cabinet that emphasised continuity and experience while also rewarding partners in the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government. Mansukh Mandaviya, G ...
Shekhawat thanks Modi for including him in Council of Ministers for third time
BJP leader Gajendra Singh Shekhawat expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for including him in the Council of Ministers for a third term. As Modi prepares to take the oath for his third consecutive term, Shekhawat, previously a Union Minister, pledged to work diligently under Modi's leadership to meet the nation's expectations.
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Karni Sena chief murder case: NIA chargesheets designated terrorist Goldy Brar among 12 others
On Wednesday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) submitted its chargesheet against 12 individuals, among them foreign-based designated terrorist Goldy Barar, and numerous gangsters implicated in the December murder of Karni Sena chief Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi in Rajasthan last year.
Rajasthan leader of Opposition and Congress leader Tika Ram Jully injured in road accident
Rajasthan's Opposition leader Tika Ram Jully injured in road accident after collision with Nilgai near Bhandarej on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, taken to Dausa District Hospital for treatment.
Water crisis in Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal seeks BJP's help; LG blames AAP govt for 'mismanagement'
Saxena recited a 200-year-old couplet by Mirza Ghalib, 'Umra bhar Ghalib yehi bhool karta raha, dhool chehre par thi aur aaina saaf karta raha', and slammed the AAP dispensation for blaming other states for the current situation.
Delhi water crisis: Atishi requests Centre to ensure provision for release of spare water from UP, Haryana
Amid Delhi's water crisis, Water Minister Atishi urgently requested Union Minister of Jal Shakti Gajendra Shekhawat's intervention. Haryana's reduced water release from the Yamuna River has worsened the situation, exacerbated by soaring temperatures. Atishi urged action to ensure Delhi's water supply and implored Haryana to release its rightful share promptly
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Jodhpur Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Voting on April 26; check key candidates, result schedule and other important details
In Jodhpur, Rajasthan, the Lok Sabha polls on April 26 will witness a fierce battle between BJP's Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, the Union Minister of 'Jal Shakti', and Congress' Karan Singh Uchiyarda, backed by Sachin Pilot. BJP has historically dominated Jodhpur, but Congress has made inroads in Vidhan Sabha Elections. The election will be a significant test for both parties, with the results set to be announced on June 4.
Lok Sabha election: Two-term MP and greenhorn Rajputs clash in Jodhpur
Rajput clash in Jodhpur - Shekhawat seeks third term challenging Congress stronghold. Water scarcity, development, and caste dynamics shape the election landscape. Uchiyarda criticizes Shekhawat's regional bias, promising a close contest in Marwar.
Congress manifesto equals Wakf board declaration: BJP's Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Shekhawat criticizes Congress manifesto, accuses Rajasthan of failing to provide water despite resources. Promises to solve with double-engine government in Jodhpur. Seeks Lok Sabha victory in 2024 election.
A startup needs to find balance between growth and profitability: Sanchi Connect’s Sunil Shekhawat
Sanchi Connect wants to build relationships and connections among deep tech early-stage founders with the institutional funding ecosystem.
75 pc rural households provided tap water connection: Jal Shakti minister
A total of 15 states and UTs have tap water coverage between 75-100 per cent and six states have coverage of 50-75 per cent. Two states of Rajasthan and West Bengal have below 50 per cent coverage, according to the data.
Delhi court dismisses Congress leader Ashok Gehlot's appeal against defamation plea
A Delhi court dismissed an appeal by former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot against his summoning in a criminal defamation complaint filed by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Additional Sessions Judge M K Nagpal ruled that the order did not suffer from any factual mistake, illegality, or impropriety of finding. Shekhawat alleged that Gehlot publicly defamed him by linking him to the Sanjivani scam in the state.
Rajasthan BJP legislature party meet at 4 pm, suspense over CM to end
Rajasthan Chief minister: The wait to know who will be the new leader of Rajasthan might be over on Tuesday evening. There's a meeting planned for the BJP party at 4 pm, where they'll decide the new chief minister of Rajasthan. Bhajanlal Sharma, a BJP state leader, said the meeting will happen at the party's state office. Arjun Ram Meghwal, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Ashwini Vaishnaw are said to be among the frontrunners for the CM post.
Ignore discussions: Balaknath on speculation over next Rajasthan CM
BJP MLA Baba Balaknath downplays discussions about his potential as Rajasthan's next chief minister, citing the need to gain experience under PM Modi. Speculations also include ex-CM Vasundhara Raje, ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Arjun Meghwal, and Diya Kumari. Raje won in Jhalrapatan, while Shekhawat and Meghwal didn't contest. With BJP securing 115 seats, observers led by Rajnath Singh will decide the CM candidate after elections on November 25 and a delayed result declaration on December 3 due to an unresolved seat.
Karni Sena Chief Killing: Hunt on for two accused, protests in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur Police Commissioner Biju Geroge Joseph told PTI that the two accused, who shot dead Gogamedi as well as Naveen Singh Shekhawat, who accompanied them to the Rajput leader's residence on Tuesday, have been identified and searches are on to trace them. "One of the accused is from Haryana and the other from Rajasthan," he said.
'Rajasthan ke naye CM': Congress' Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on BJP MP Yogi Balaknath
The 39-year-old is also called the 'Yogi of Rajasthan.' He left home at the age of 6 and became a revered ascetic. The popular leader plays a significant role in Rajasthan politics. Balak Nath, who wears saffron clothes, is considered one of the firebrand leaders of the BJP.
Crime graph, canal, factionalism decisive in Rajasthan polls
Congress has fashioned its election campaign on seven guarantees to retain power - an annual honorarium of Rs 10,000 to women head of family, cooking gas cylinders at Rs 500 to 1.05 crore families, purchase of dung from cattle rearers at Rs 2 per kg, law for old pension scheme for government employees, laptop or tablet to students taking admission in government colleges, insurance cover of up to rs 15 lakh per family to compensate losses due to natural calamity and school education in English medium.
Rajasthan assembly polls: BJP will get thumping majority, says Shekhawat
Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said many senior leaders of the Congress are leaving this "sinking ship" and joining BJP. "It is certain that the BJP will win and the Congress will face defeat in the elections," he said. Voting on 200 seats in the state will be held on November 25 and the counting of votes will take place on December 3.
70 pc rural households provided tap water connection under Jal Jeevan Mission: Official data
It stated that among the states and union territories, nine have 100 per cent coverage, 10 more than 75 per cent coverage, 11 more than 50 per cent coverage and four have below 50 per cent coverage. The Union Territory of Lakshadweep has the lowest tap water connection coverage at 32.36 per cent.
India will always be grateful to Shekhawat for his exemplary leadership: PM Modi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Rajasthan Chief Minister and Vice President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat on his 100th birth anniversary. Modi praised Shekhawat for his leadership and efforts towards India's progress. Shekhawat, who was the BJP's first chief minister in Rajasthan, is credited with building the party's prominence in the state.
Telling truth against Union minister Shekhawat, cannot be termed 'defamation': Rajasthan CM Gehlot to Delhi court
"An FIR was lodged by the SOG Rajasthan in 2020. The complainant filed a reply to SOG's notice.... He suppressed this fact from the court.... My client never said that the complainant has been convicted in the case. He said that the complainant is also an accused in the case," the counsel told the court.
CM Siddaramaiah under pressure to bail Karnataka out of Cauvery crisis
JDS leader HD Kumaraswamy said Karnataka suffered injustice because Congress party's political interests were intertwined with that of Tamil Nadu's DMK. The Congress party has prioritised the political future of the INDIA group over the interests of Karnataka, he added. The government, the former CM said, did not take the suggestions given by the opposition parties with the seriousness they deserved.
Delhi court to hear Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot's plea against defamation case on Oct 14
A Delhi court has scheduled a hearing on October 14 for an application filed by Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot against a defamation complaint filed by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. The case is related to Gehlot's remarks linking Shekhawat to an alleged scam and tarnishing his image.
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