VARUN GANDHI
Kangana Ranaut gifts mansion to cousin Varun, as a wedding gift
Kangana Ranaut has shown her generosity once again. The 'Tanu Weds Manu' actress recently gifted a mansion to her cousin Varun Ranaut. The luxurious home is reportedly situated in Chandigarh. The 'Queen' star also recently attended Varun's wedding.
As Indians acquire healthier tastes, food companies pack it in
Indians are increasingly shifting towards consumption of low-salt, low-sugar, and nutrition-fortified packaged food, reflecting a growing trend towards healthy eating habits. Sales of such products have risen in the last five years, with urban India leading the shift, although rural areas are also seeing an increase. This shift is driven by concerns over high levels of sugar, salt, and fat in processed goods, amidst rising health issues like diabetes and obesity.
Jitin Prasada - Brahmin face from UP - returns to Centre after 10 years
Jitin Prasada, a prominent Brahmin face of Uttar Pradesh, returned to the Centre after joining BJP in 2021. He was a minister in Manmohan Singh governments and a key figure in Rahul Gandhi's 'young Turks' group.
Congress demands SC-monitored probe into NEET exam 'irregularities'
The Indian Congress has demanded a high-level investigation under the supervision of the Supreme Court into "irregularities" in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) for medical courses and accused the BJP of cheating youngsters and playing with their futures. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge said paper leaks, rigging, and corruption have become an integral part of many examinations, including the NEET.
Pilibhit Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Jitin Prasada vs Bhagwat Saran Gangwar, who's winning?
Pilibhit is recognized as a BJP bastion, consistently electing members of the Gandhi family. The constituency's political landscape has been dominated by the BJP for over a decade. This seat's significance is further highlighted by the presence of high-profile candidates like Jitin Prasada, a former Congress leader who switched to the BJP.
Maneka Gandhi faces the heat in Sultanpur as she looks for a bigger winning margin in Lok Sabha polls
Gandhi is aiming for her ninth term in the Lok Sabha, and is up against the Samajwadi Party's Ram Bhual Nishad and the Bahujan Samaj Party's Uday Raj Verma. During a campaign event, Pilibhit MP and Maneka's son, Varun Gandhi, said,"Elections are going on everywhere in the country...but there is only one region in the country where people don't call their MP, Sansad ji, Mantri ji, or by her name, but call her mata ji."
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Varun Gandhi addresses his first poll rally in UP's Sultanpur, mother Maneka's battlefield
Maneka Gandhi, supported by Varun Gandhi, is contesting against Ram Bahadur Nishad and Uday Raj Verma in Sultanpur during the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. Varun's active campaigning is expected to benefit their electoral prospects.
BJP's Maneka Gandhi locked in keen contest against SP's RB Nishad in Sultanpur
In Sultanpur, Maneka Gandhi of the BJP is in a fierce competition with her Samajwadi Party rival. BSP's Udraj Verma, an OBC Kurmi caste member, is affecting the BJP and SP candidates' chances. Verma threatens to split the OBC votes of SP.
Lok Sabha Election 2024: 'Chhoti Bahu' Maneka Gandhi fights lone battle in Sultanpur, seeks to address local issues
Maneka Gandhi, a veteran BJP MP, is contesting for her ninth term in Sultanpur amid strong opposition and local issues. Despite support from some party leaders, prominent BJP figures have not campaigned for her. Opposition candidates from SP and BSP have gained significant community support, making the contest challenging. Local issues like traffic congestion, law-and-order, and water shortages are major concerns for voters.
Big guns missing in Maneka Gandhi's low-decibel campaign in Sultanpur
Maneka Gandhi faces uphill battle in Sultanpur as BJP offers limited support. Yogi Adityanath rallies for her, while son Varun Gandhi joins last-minute campaigning. Despite family visits, opposition largely absent. Confident of victory, she focuses on local issues. Controversies over dynasty politics and residency debated as election nears.
BJP leader Maneka Gandhi seeks her ninth term as MP from Sultanpur
In Sultanpur, amidst the high-octane campaigns focusing on family, religion, and national and international issues in neighboring Amethi and Raebareli, BJP's Maneka Gandhi is pursuing a second term with a focus on her track record of addressing local and hyperlocal issues. Her popularity spans across religious and caste lines, which is proving advantageous for her reelection bid.
Lok Sabha polls: Maneka Gandhi eyes bigger victory margin in Sultanpur
Amethi and Rae Bareli are in close proximity to the district. While Rahul Gandhi is contesting from Rae Bareli this time, Gandhi family loyalist K L Sharma is pitted against Smriti Irani in Amethi. Maneka Gandhi, who had won from Sultanpur in 2019 by a margin of 14,000 votes, said, "This time my victory margin will be bigger".
Everyone has their destiny... one who has the ability will make their way: Maneka Gandhi on Varun and Rahul Gandhi
Maneka Gandhi, BJP candidate from Sultanpur, prioritizes her son Varun Gandhi’s happiness amid political speculations. Varun, distancing from BJP since 2019, is absent from the 2024 ticket list. Maneka confirms his support for her campaign in Sultanpur and expresses confidence in BJP's victory. Sultanpur sees a triangular contest among BJP, SP, and BSP.
Ground report from UP: Changing candidates in Pilibhit, Bareilly may impact BJP in UP
Pilibhit has been represented by the mother-son duo of Maneka and Varun Gandhi since 1996 and the locals share a deep sentimental connection with the family, which, they say, has stood with them in their times of need. "BJP will win because of PM Modi's popularity. But had Varun Gandhi contested, it would have probably won with a higher number of votes," Ram Swaroop, a village head from the Marauri block of Pilibhit, told ET.Gandhi had won with more than 700,000 votes in 2019.
Party must have thought something good for Varun Gandhi: UP BJP chief
The party has denied a ticket to Varun Gandhi from the constituency and fielded Uttar Pradesh Minister Jitin Prasada. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an election rally in Pilibhit on Tuesday but Varun Gandhi was not present on the dais.
Pilibhit: Can BJP capture the pocket borough of the other Gandhis?
Lok Sabha Elections: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, a constituency traditionally held by Maneka and Varun Gandhi. Varun was replaced by Jitin Prasada due to past defiance. Speculation arose about Varun running independently. The rally aims to boost Prasada's campaign amidst party quibbling.
UP Lok Sabha Elections: Maneka, Varun not in fray after three decades, BJP goes full steam with campaigning in Pilibhit
Pilibhit sees BJP shift from Gandhis to Prasada, facing Samajwadi and BSP challenges. Local sentiments may impact the election outcome amidst neglect of core issues like infrastructure and flooding.
Deciding on constituency led to delay in announcement of candidature: Maneka Gandhi
Former Union Minister and Sultanpur MP Maneka Gandhi confirmed her candidacy in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, attributing the delay in the announcement to the decision on her constituency. She expressed gratitude for being fielded by the BJP again from Sultanpur and mentioned that Varun Gandhi, currently unwell, would not be involved in her election campaign. Maneka also outlined her plans for the constituency.
'Main aapka tha, hun aur rahunga': Varun Gandhi writes an emotional letter to Pilibhit after being denied ticket by BJP
BJP MP Varun Gandhi, denied a ticket from Pilibhit for the Lok Sabha elections, penned an emotional letter to his constituents, expressing deep attachment to the region since childhood. Despite his absence on the nomination day, Gandhi affirmed his commitment to serving the community. His poignant letter reflects a profound connection beyond politics, emphasizing unwavering dedication to the people of Pilibhit.
Lok Sabha election: Varun Gandhi or Maneka Gandhi not in fray from Pilibhit for first time since 1989
The BJP had replaced Varun Gandhi with Uttar Pradesh minister Jitin Prasada, who filed his nomination papers from the Pilibhit seat on Wednesday in the presence of his ministerial colleague Swatantra Dev Singh and party state president Bhupendra Chaudhary.
BJP candidate Jitin Prasada files nomination from Pilibhit, MP Varun Gandhi remains absent
Uttar Pradesh Minister Jitin Prasada, replacing Varun Gandhi as BJP candidate in Pilibhit, filed nomination papers with support from local BJP MLAs. Prasada declared assets worth Rs 15 crore, expressed gratitude for party's support, and vowed to strengthen Narendra Modi's leadership.
Varun Gandhi denied BJP ticket for LS polls as he has connection with Gandhi family: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has invited Varun Gandhi to join the Congress party, claiming he was denied a Lok Sabha ticket by the BJP due to his connection with the Gandhi family. Chowdhury described Varun as a "strong leader" and praised his clean image. Varun, a two-term MP from Pilibhit, has often criticized his party's governments.
BJP replaces Varun Gandhi with Jitin Prasad in Pilibhit, retains Maneka Gandhi in Sultanpur
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unveiled its fifth list of candidates, featuring 111 names for the upcoming elections. Notably, Varun Gandhi has been replaced by former Congress leader Jitin Prasad in the Pilibhit constituency of Uttar Pradesh. However, Varun Gandhi's mother, Maneka Gandhi, has been retained by the party in the Sultanpur constituency of Uttar Pradesh.
BJP likely to field Dharamendra Pradhan from Sambhalpur, Sambit Patra from Puri
In Uttar Pradesh, the BJP is likely to field only one of either Varun Gandhi or his mother mother could be again fielded from Sultanpur. The BJP's Central Election Committee attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by the party chief JP Nadda besides several other leaders.
Lok Sabha polls: Varun Gandhi will be BJP candidate from Pilibhit, says aide
BJP MP Varun Gandhi will be the BJP candidate again from the Pilibhit constituency, his spokesperson claimed on Wednesday. The claim comes amid speculation that Gandhi, who has criticised the Narendra Modi government on several occasions in the past, may not get the BJP ticket in the Lok Sabha elections.
Rahul Gandhi meets Varun Gandhi at Kedarnath
Varun Gandhi, the son of Sanjay and Maneka Gandhi, has not been seen at key BJP meets in recent months and his comments on crucial issues have sometimes been at variance with the party's stand. Sources said the Gandhis met briefly outside the revered shrine and exchanged pleasantries. They said the meeting was "very short" and "warm one".
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