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US religious freedom report notes violence against Indian minorities
The U.S. State Department's 2023 report on religious freedom in India detailed violent attacks on minority groups, including Muslims and Christians, involving killings, assaults, and vandalism of houses of worship. The report, released on Wednesday, stated that senior U.S. officials have continued to address concerns about religious freedom with Indian counterparts.
Bhojshala survey: Sanatan Dharma idols found, says Hindu leader; Muslim side disputes claim
Idols related to Sanatan Dharma found during court-mandated survey in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. Dispute over inclusion of idols in findings. ASI directed to survey Bhojshala complex, believed to be temple of Goddess Vagdevi by Hindus and Kamal Maula Mosque by Muslims.
JDU MP Devesh Chandra Thakur draws flak from his own party & ally BJP for his anti Muslims & Yadavs remark
Sitamarhi MP Devesh Chandra Thakur's controversial statement that he won't work for Muslims and Yadavs because they didn't vote for him in the Lok Sabha polls has sparked criticism across Bihar. Thakur, who secured victory over RJD candidate Arjun Ray, faced rebuke from within his own JDU party, including senior leaders like Vijay Choudhary and Giridhari Yadav, who termed his remarks shameful and called for their retraction.
"No demands, no change in stand on reservation": Union Minister designate TDP's Rammohan Naidu
TDP's Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, set to be the youngest Union Minister in Modi's new Cabinet, confirmed the party's commitment to Muslim quota reservations in Andhra Pradesh. With no immediate demands from its NDA ally, the TDP emphasizes development for Andhra and support for Telugu people in both Andhra and Telangana.
Why Sharif’s remark on Lahore pact breach is significant for India
Former PM says Pakistan violated the agreement signed by him and ex-PM Vajpayee in 1999, in an apparent reference to the Kargil misadventure by Gen Pervez Musharraf. His remarks come days before the announcement of the Lok Sabha election results
Asaduddin Owaisi, a powerful voice of Muslims in country, beats BJP rival Madhavi Latha by huge margin
Asaduddin Owaisi, a powerful voice for Muslims, won the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency by a large margin against BJP's Madhavi Latha, showcasing AIMIM's influence in the old city.
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Trinamool manages to hold its fortress; big upset for BJP
Trinamool Congress leads in 29 out of 42 West Bengal Lok Sabha seats, boosted by women voters, 'Lakshmir Bhandar' scheme, and other women-centric welfare programs.
Intent, welfare steps, nation first will give NDA third term: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed people support him for a third term due to good intentions, welfare policies, and dedication. He criticized the Samajwadi Party and Congress in Uttar Pradesh for law and order issues and proposed Muslim reservations from existing quotas.
Lalu neither worked for welfare of backward classes nor Yadavs: Amit Shah in Bihar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has criticized Lalu Prasad, accusing him of not working for the welfare of backward classes or his own caste 'Yadav'. Shah criticized the Congress and the RJD for attempting to rob reservation quotas and give benefits to Muslims. He cited a Calcutta High Court order that cancelled OBC certificates issued in West Bengal since 2010, sparking political debate during the Lok Sabha elections.
INDIA bloc can betray anyone for power: PM Modi
PM Modi attacked the Haryana Congress on the issue of corruption, saying its past chief ministers would not look beyond the welfare of their home district. "There is no region of the state where the game of looting the people was not played. They would make people sell their land for jobs. An open industry of transfers and postings used to run in the state," Modi alleged.
2024 UP Lok Sabha Polls: BJP, SP locked in battle for Dalit votes of 'weakened' BSP in Ambedkar Nagar
The seat was a BSP bastion between 1996 and 2004 during which Mayawati won the seat thrice. In 2019, BSP candidate Ritesh Pandey won the seat for the SP-BSP alliance but switched over to the BJP in February this year and is now contesting from the party. He is being challenged by Lalji Verma, one of the founding members of the BSP and Mayawati's trusted lieutenant. Verma has been a seven-time MLA and minister in many BSP governments in the state. Currently, he is the sitting SP MLA from Katehari.
PM Modi is jhoothjeevi, losing his memory: Jairam Ramesh
Congress accuses PM Modi of communal campaigning, questions his silence on key issues like caste census and reservations, in a detailed critique of BJP's divisive tactics and policies.
BJP says PM Modi works for everyone, Cong alleges 'Hindu-Muslim' politics his only agenda
PM Modi and Congress continue to spar on Hindu-Muslim politics, with BJP spokesperson R P Singh and Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh joining the debate. BJP's Shahnawaz Hussain defends Modi against allegations of playing divisive politics, emphasizing unity among all citizens.
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.
Devendra Fadnavis accepts Marathwada pinch; blames Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar for split in Shiv Sena and NCP
Talking of the Shiv Sena split, he said it happened as Uddhav was 'insecure' over Eknath Shinde. "To project Aaditya Thackeray, Shinde's wings were clipped. In the 2019 assembly polls, Shinde had provided the resources for the party and there was an impression that he would be made the chief minister.
No reason for Muslims to be insecure in India since their population growing, says Anurag Thakur
Anurag Thakur referred to a recent report on India's demographic transition, questioning the insecurity of Muslims, whose population reportedly rose by 45%, and their equal access to welfare programs. Thakur dismissed opposition claims of BJP altering the Constitution or diminishing SC/ST/OBC reservations, accusing Congress of trying to divert these benefits to Muslims.
Why Lalu Prasad Yadav is both right and wrong about Muslim reservation
Lalu Prasad has intensified the Muslim reservation debate that was triggered by PM Modi’s allegation that Congress aims to slice up the OBC quota for its minority vote bank. Prasad says Muslims should get reservation but then adds a caveat. The Constitution does not endorse reservation in jobs and education along religious lines. However, some govts have interpreted its provisions to extend reservation benefits to certain Muslim communities.
Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy makes big statment, says "4% Muslim reservation will remain"
Addressing a public gathering in Kurnool, the CM said, "On one hand, Chandrababu Naidu continues to join hands with the BJP which stands on removing the 4 per cent Muslim reservation, on the other hand, to seek minority votes, he comes up with new drama. Have you witnessed a chameleon-like Chandrababu Naidu? Come what may, 4 per cent of Muslim reservations will remain and that is YSR Congress Party's final word on it."
Lok Sabha elections: Maulana Badruddin Ajmal sweats it out in Dhubri
Maulana Badruddin Ajmal faces tough competition in Dhubri against Rakibul Hussain and Zabed Islam, amidst allegations of AIUDF-BJP ties. The political landscape in Assam shifts as the Election Commission reshapes constituencies, impacting the Dhubri Phulbari bridge project.
Kurnool at crossroads: Memories of YSR haunt Jagan's re-election bid
Rajasekhara Reddy, fondly known as YSR, had carved a niche in state politics by working for the upliftment of the downtrodden and neglected segments of the society. YSR emerged victorious in every election he contested during his 25-year-long political career.
Poor people have more children, why only Muslims are being targeted: Mallikarjun Kharge asks PM Modi
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for focusing solely on Muslims and "Mangalsutra", suggesting it was a ploy due to the opposition's momentum. Kharge defended the poor having more children due to economic conditions and accused BJP of seeking power to oppress the poor. He questioned Modi's claims about wealth redistribution and accused him of misleading the public.
MP HC grants 8-week extension to ASI for Bhojshala survey
The bench fixed the next date of hearing on July 4 and directed ASI to submit its final report. It also turned down a plea of a group of Muslims seeking a stay on the survey work. Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society on behalf of Muslims objected to ASI's request for more time. It had also claimed the ASI was carrying out excavations contrary to the order of the Supreme Court in the matter.
Don't allow vote division: Mamata Banerjee urges Muslims
Speaking at Malda's Sujapur election rally, Banerjee said the Congress and Left Front have partnered and fielded CPI-M's Mohammed Salim in Murshidabad, in a bid to divide Muslim votes and help the BJP. "This election is to oust PM Modi but BJP will benefit if there is a division of Muslim votes," Banerjee said in Malda.
Bhojshala dispute: ASI's plea in MP HC for more time for survey; Muslim side alleges digging
Under an arrangement made by ASI on April 7, 2003, Hindus perform puja on the premises on Tuesdays and Muslims offer namaz on Fridays. An organization named 'Hindu Front for Justice' challenged this arrangement in the Indore bench of MP HC, which, on March 11 this year, directed the ASI to carry out a "scientific survey" of the disputed complex within six weeks.
PM Modi, Nadda polarising election, they are afraid BJP losing polls: Congress
The Congress accuses PM Modi and BJP of resorting to polarisation due to fear of losing the Lok Sabha election. Jairam Ramesh criticises Nadda for misrepresenting Manmohan Singh's comments to polarise the election. Nadda alleged that Congress plans to benefit Muslims at the expense of SCs, STs, and OBCs. Ramesh calls Nadda's claims lies and a sign of BJP's panic. He clarifies Singh's statement was misinterpreted and criticises Modi's divisive language. The Congress asserts it has public support and predicts Rahul Gandhi's victory in Wayanad.
JP Nadda says Congress seeks to give Muslims quota meant for SCs, OBCs
BJP President J P Nadda accused the Congress of aiming to deprive SCs, STs, and OBCs of their rights to favor Muslims, labeling it the opposition's hidden agenda. He cited past statements by Manmohan Singh and the Congress' efforts in some states to provide reservations to Muslims. Nadda claimed the Congress had promised Muslim reservations in its 2009 manifesto and alleged that the party's 2024 manifesto reflects its disdain for SCs, STs, and OBCs.
Three-way battle in Assam's Nagaon: Congress, BJP, and AIUDF eye Muslim-dominated constituency
Assam's Nagaon constituency is witnessing a competitive three-way race between the Congress, BJP, and AIUDF, with voting scheduled for April 26. The BJP, aiming to capitalize on its development initiatives, has fielded former ULFA militant Suresh Bora against Congress incumbent Pradyut Bordoloi and AIUDF's Aminul Islam. The constituency, with a significant Muslim population, has seen a shift in political dynamics, with the AIUDF asserting its presence and the BJP focusing on minority outreach.
NCBC slams blanket categorisation of Muslims as backward caste in Karnataka
Karnataka's decision to categorize the Muslim community as a backward caste for reservations receives criticism from NCBC, citing concerns about social justice and the impact on underprivileged Muslim castes and communities.
Shahnawaz Hussain urges Muslims to have faith in Modi
"Having more Muslims in Parliament is no guarantee of their welfare. Perhaps Muslims had the highest representation in Lok Sabha and the Union cabinet when P V Narasimha Rao was the prime minister. And it was during that very time that Babri Masjid got razed," said Hussain.
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