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Government using two crutches of TDP, JD(U): Opposition
Participating in the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the president's address, Trinamool Congress member Kalyan Banerjee said the recent Lok Sabha elections had ushered in a change in the country which now has "an unstable government and a strong opposition".
Rahul Gandhi behaving like 'unruly student leader', says Uma Bharti
Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti on Tuesday said Congress MP Rahul Gandhi behaved like an undisciplined student leader when he made his maiden speech as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and must remember that he was now a "middle-aged man."
UK's Rishi Sunak says only his Conservatives can form strong opposition to Labour
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, anticipating potential defeat in the upcoming election, will warn voters on Monday that only his Conservative Party can effectively oppose a Labour-led government. He will caution against voting for Nigel Farage's Reform UK, arguing that it would splinter the right-wing vote and weaken the opposition to Labour. Sunak, facing polls indicating a significant lead for Labour under Keir Starmer, will highlight the risk of a Labour government unchecked by a strong opposition.
Kharge highlights Sonia Gandhi's editorial on PM Modi, says "preaching consensus, provoking confrontation"
Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not reflecting on the message sent by voters in the recent parliamentary elections. Kharge highlighted an editorial by Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in a leading English daily on Saturday.
President Droupadi Murmu to address joint sitting of Parliament today
President Droupadi Murmu will address the joint sitting of Parliament today, marking her first address after the formation of the third NDA government. Following her address, a motion of thanks will be discussed in both Houses. The 18th Lok Sabha session began on Monday, with the Rajya Sabha session starting today. Om Birla was re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker. In his speech, Birla called for a new vision and resolve for the 18th Lok Sabha. Rahul Gandhi emphasized the importance of allowing the opposition's voice in the House and congratulated Birla on his re-election.
Emergency resolution in Lok Sabha exposes anti-democratic thinking of Congress, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has praised Speaker Om Birla for moving a resolution condemning the imposition of the Emergency in 1975 by Indira Gandhi. The resolution reveals the Congress's anti-democratic thinking, which harmed democracy's major pillars, including judiciary, bureaucracy, and media. Shah also praised the Lok Sabha for remembering the Emergency as an "Era of Injustice" and expressing sympathy to the poor, Dalits, and backward people who suffered from the exploitation and atrocities of the Indira Gandhi government.
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LS speaker's resolution on Emergency triggers opposition protests
As Lok Sabha Speaker, I condemned the Emergency imposition by Indira Gandhi, leading to opposition protests. The dictatorship suppressed democratic values, jailed opposition leaders, and restricted media. After adjourning, BJP members protested outside Parliament.
"Internationally recognised...": Independent MP Pappu Yadav on Rahul Gandhi elected as LoP in Lok Sabha
Independent MP Pappu Yadav stated on Tuesday that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is an "internationally recognised" leader after Gandhi was elected as the Leader of the Opposition. Congress announced on Tuesday that Rahul Gandhi, the party's MP from Rae Bareli, will serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the 18th Lok Sabha.
Rahul Gandhi to become Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, his 1st Constitutional role
Ending days of speculations, the Congress party has announced Rahul Gandhi's name as the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha - his first constitutional role. This will be also the first time that the Lower House will get a Leader of Opposition after 10 years.
PM jabs Congress with 'emergency black spot, constitution discarded' remark
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the importance of debate and consensus in his government's first session of the 18th Lok Sabha. He criticized the Opposition party Congress for imposing Emergency in 1975, calling it a "black spot" on democracy. Modi urged the Opposition to maintain democratic decorum and play a responsible role in the upcoming session. He praised the National Democratic Alliance's win in the Lok Sabha polls and pledged to work harder in the third term.
'No more support to BJP': Naveen Patnaik asks BJD Rajya Sabha MPs to emerge as strong opposition
BJD president Naveen Patnaik urged his party's nine Rajya Sabha MPs to be a robust opposition in the upcoming Parliament session starting on June 27, emphasizing the need to advocate for Odisha's interests effectively. The MPs plan to address issues like special status, coal royalties, and infrastructure deficiencies in the state, vowing to oppose the BJP-led government and fight for Odisha's rights.
Will not allow attack on Constitution: Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of attacking the Constitution, vowing to resist their actions. Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders held copies of the Constitution and marched to the Lok Sabha on the first day of the 18th Lok Sabha session. Gandhi affirmed that the opposition's message is resonating with the public, asserting their commitment to protect the Constitution.
"Pappu" to People's Leader: How Rahul Gandhi and Congress shifted the narrative, gave a strong opposition to Modi-led NDA
From "Pappu" to People's Leader, Rahul Gandhi's this transformation didn't happen by chance. A dedicated war room and savvy marketing professionals collaborated behind the scenes. Congress party skillfully employed humour (take a look at the Congress Kerala handle on X for a chuckle) and injected drama (such as unveiling washing machines at rallies to metaphorically "clean" BJP's supposed "dirty laundry").
Kerala govt rejects opposition demand to register corruption case into liquor policy row
Kerala's Left government rejected opposition UDF's demand to register a corruption case regarding alleged liquor policy amendment. Chief Minister Vijayan dismissed claims in the state assembly. Opposition protested and demanded investigation and resignations, leading to a House boycott. Congress accuses LDF of bribery, while Left denied discussing any policy changes. There was a controversy over an audio clip suggesting bribes from bar owners. sparking further calls for action.
Sonia Gandhi elected chairperson of Congress Parliamentary Party
Former Congress chairman Sonia Gandhi has been unanimously elected as the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge proposed Gandhi's name for the post during a party meeting, with leaders like Gaurav Gogoi, Tariq Anwar, and K Sudhakaran seconding the proposal. The Congress increased its seat total to 100 from 52 in the 2019 Lok Sabha poll, making it the second-largest party in the recent elections.
Congress leaders rally behind Rahul Gandhi for Leader of Opposition role in Lok Sabha
Several Congress leaders are urging Rahul Gandhi to assume the role of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, stating that it would strengthen the party. Partap Singh Bajwa emphasized Gandhi's crucial role in this position, while Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring stated that the final decision lies with the party leadership. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy echoed the sentiment, stating it's the demand of 140 crore Indians. Rahul Gandhi's ability to counter the Prime Minister in Parliament was highlighted by Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa.
After two Lok Sabha iterations, multiplayer politics on the national level gets its mojo back
We, along with Modi, are entering uncharted waters now. Uncharted not for India, of course - which has had plenty of trysts with coalition governments since the time pre-millennials can remember - but for the PM on his third gig unfamiliar with power-sharing, and for us, not knowing how he'll handle anything more than his own set of demands.
BJP has more seats than the INDI bloc but here's why it still feels like a defeat
The 2024 Lok Sabha election results have ushered in a paradoxical sentiment for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Despite securing a third consecutive term, the NDA's victory feels somewhat hollow in the wake of the opposition's impressive performance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to return for a third term, but the BJP's reliance on allies underscores a shifting political landscape.
INDIA Bloc changes the game, emerges as strong Opposition against BJP-led NDA
The INDIA bloc, formed just a year ago, has emerged as a successful national opposition against the BJP-led NDA government. Despite facing challenges, including the exit of Nitish Kumar, the bloc has united Congress and regional parties in a strong resistance. With the NDA's slim majority, the INDIA bloc aims to increase its efforts, possibly seeking alliances with NDA allies. The bloc's effective messaging countered BJP's claims, focusing on issues like constitutional changes and reservation. The bloc's unity was evident in decisions like not attending the Ram temple event. The bloc's performance in various states signals optimism for future elections.
INDIA leaders meet as countdown to results begin; Kharge says grouping to get 295+ seats
Leaders of various INDIA bloc parties met to review opposition's readiness for the June 4 Lok Sabha elections vote count, aiming for over 295 seats to form the next government.
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Results: As voting enters final few hours, is Prashant Kishor still sticking with his BJP 300-plus forecast?
Exit Polls Result 2024: Renowned election strategist Prashant Kishor predicts that this time, the Modi-led BJP will secure similar or better results than in 2019. He sees BJP gaining in east and south India, citing anti-incumbency in Odisha and West Bengal, and the absence of a strong opposition. Exit polls are expected to air from 6:30 pm on June 1.
Congress won't get main opposition status after June 4: Union minister Pankaj Chaudhary
Union minister and BJP candidate Pankaj Chaudhary claimed that the Congress will not secure enough seats to become the main opposition party in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, predicting the BJP will win over 400 seats, including 80 from Uttar Pradesh. Chaudhary, a prominent Kurmi community leader, emphasized the BJP's appeal across all castes and dismissed concerns about divided Kurmi votes in his constituency.
Opposition workers not turning up to vote as their morale is low: Anurag Thakur
In an interview with ET during his campaign, Thakur said soaring heat seems to have contributed to low voter turnout. One doesn't see much enthusiasm in the Opposition cadres, he said, adding that the morale of Congress and Opposition workers is not high at all. That is why they "are not turning up to caste votes".
Communal & polarising or labarathi & Viksit Bharat? PM Modi breaks down ideas behind 2014, 2019 and 2024 campaigns
Opposition criticizes BJP's recent election campaign as 'communal and polarizing', but PM Modi defends it as revealing the Congress party's true intentions. NDA's focus for 2024 elections is 'Viksit Bharat'. Modi anticipates retaining anti-corruption and beneficiary voters while targeting rapid progress supporters. BJP eyes growth in South and East India, emphasizes strategic alliances and economic reforms.
Prashant Kishore reveals how to beat BJP, says Modi's popularity declining, PM to face more protests in third term
Political strategist Prashant Kishor suggests Prime Minister Modi's popularity is diminishing and anticipates increased protests in the third term. Despite lower voter turnout, he predicts BJP victory due to weak opposition rather than Modi's appeal. Kishor proposes forming alliances with non-supporting Hindu and Muslim voters to challenge BJP dominance. He also doubts BJP's capability to reach the 400-seat mark in the Lok Sabha elections.
India needs to be in strong hands of Modi: Uttarakhand Waqf Board Chairman Shadab Shams
Uttarakhand Waqf Board Chairman Shadab Shams emphasized the necessity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's strong leadership for India. He urged for Modi's third term in office to maintain the country's progress and development. Shams called for support for Modi's re-election, highlighting the positive impact of his governance on societal welfare and infrastructure improvements.
CCTVs turned off for 45 mins: Supriya Sule expresses concern over Baramati poll incident
On Monday, Supriya Sule posted a short video on X which showed CCTV cameras monitoring the strong room where the EVMs were kept, not displaying any images. Sule claimed that "the CCTVs going off for 45 minutes is suspicious; when we contacted the election department officials and the administration, we didn't get a satisfactory reply..."
"Vote for strong and developed India": Nitin Gadkari appeals to voters
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari urged high voter turnout in the third phase of India's Lok Sabha elections. Over 93 seats, including 11 in Maharashtra, are up for grabs. Polling began at 7 am across 12 states and union territories. More than 1300 candidates, including about 120 women, are in the fray. The BJP has already secured the Surat seat unopposed. Voting will not happen for Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag-Rajouri seat until the sixth phase on May 25. Prominent leaders like Amit Shah and Shivraj Singh Chouhan are among those contesting.
"Blatant interference": India lodges strong protest with Germany over statement on Arvind Kejriwal arrest
The Deputy Head of Mission of the German Embassy, George Enzweiler, met officials at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday. The MEA lodged a strong protest with the German envoy over what it termed as 'blatant interference' in India's internal matters by the German Foreign Ministry. The visit followed a statement by the German Foreign Ministry regarding the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal was remanded to ED custody for alleged money laundering in connection with the Delhi excise policy case.
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