WHY BJP LOST AYODHYA
Shivraj Singh Chouhan takes 'Bal buddhi' jibe at Rahul Gandhi over Ram Mandir movement remarks, says he peddles lies
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan criticized Rahul Gandhi as "childish" for comments on the Ram Mandir movement, stressing Lord Ram's importance. He condemned Gandhi's lies about Agniveer martyrs and MSP, referenced Gujarat's statements, Lok Sabha results, Samajwadi's Faizabad win, and criticized Gandhi's Congress leadership as misfortune at the BJP meeting.
Will defeat Modi and BJP in Gujarat just like we defeated them in Ayodhya: Rahul Gandhi to Congress workers
Rahul Gandhi asserted today that Congress will defeat the ruling BJP in Gujarat, addressing party workers in Ahmedabad. He also highlighted the INDI alliance's role in countering the Ram Mandir movement in Ayodhya initiated by Lal Krishna Advani, criticizing the exclusion of locals from the temple inauguration. Gandhi's visit to Gujarat follows clashes between BJP and Congress supporters over his remarks, resulting in FIRs and the arrest of five Congress members.
"Why has Rahul Gandhi not visited victims of Kallakurichi liquor tragedy?" BJP on LoP's Hathras visit
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras to meet the grieving families affected by the recent stampede. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress MP for not visiting the families of victims in the Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy in Tamil Nadu. At least 121 devotees lost their lives in a stampede during a religious 'Satsang' event of self-styled godman Suraj Pal alias 'Bhole Baba' in Fulari village, Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on Tuesday.
‘Filth on the streets’: Faizabad MP Awadhesh Prasad slams BJP for neglecting Ayodhya
Samajwadi Party MP from the Faizabad Parliamentary seat, Awadhesh Prasad, delivered his first speech in the 18th Lok Sabha on July 2nd. In his maiden speech, Prasad criticised the BJP, accusing the party of betraying the trust of the people of Ayodhya. He highlighte...
Lok Sabha results mark independence from communal politics: Akhilesh Yadav
During the Lok Sabha debate on the President's address, Senior Opposition MPs accused PM Narendra Modi and BJP of polarisation in the general elections, celebrating their enhanced tally as a rejection of BJP's politics and government's "vindictive politics". Akhilesh Yadav declared the elections marked freedom from communal politics and a victory for positive politics. Congress MP KC Venugopal criticized PM Modi for communal speeches and violating constitutional norms.
Don't blame Modi, Yogi for BJP's poor performance in Uttar Pradesh: Uma Bharti
The party had fared badly in the state even after the demolition of the Babri Masjid, the former Union minister said in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district on Saturday. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won only 33 of the 80 Lok Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh in the 2024 parliamentary elections.
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Why the slogan ‘Jai Jawan’ has lost its sheen
NDA allies have joined the chorus against the Agniveer scheme, which came into force without parliamentary debate or discussion. Will the government finally sit up and take notice?
BJP lost Ayodhya due to complacency, not arrogance: Sant Samiti's Pawan Das Shastri
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, BJP stalwart Lallu Singh, who contested from Faizabad—a parliamentary constituency that includes Ayodhya—was defeated by Samajwadi Party's Awadesh Prasad with a margin exceeding 54,000 votes. Prasad, a nine-time MLA and prominent figure within the SP, secured victory after a closely fought contest. His win, as a Dalit candidate, underscores the substantial backing he received from more than 250,000 Passis in the region. The SP's strategic move to field Prasad on a general seat proved effective, overshadowing the BJP's emphasis on the Ram temple narrative in Ayodhya.
Had Priyanka contested polls from Varanasi, Modi would have lost: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi claimed that if Priyanka Gandhi Vadra had contested Lok Sabha polls from Varanasi, PM Narendra Modi would have lost by 2-3 lakh votes.
LoP: What is leader of opposition and why Congress wants Rahul as LoP
The Congress Working Committee (CWC) has unanimously passed a resolution requesting Rahul Gandhi to take the position of the LoP in Lok Sabha.
In Modi's stronghold, voters chose jobs over new Hindu temple
India's grand Hindu temple opening, aimed at bolstering PM Modi's Hindu-first agenda ahead of elections, backfired as BJP lost key seats due to voter discontent over unemployment and inflation. Despite retaining power, BJP's reduced margin reflects public focus shifting from religious issues to economic concerns. The opposition Samajwadi Party capitalised on these grievances, signaling a potential shift in political priorities away from religious symbolism.
A Gandhi, a non-Gandhi and Ayodhya: How Uttar Pradesh became House of Cards for BJP?
In the recent Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh, high-profile leaders like Maneka Gandhi and Smriti Irani faced unexpected defeats, reflecting a significant setback for the BJP. The loss in Faizabad, the city of the newly constructed Ram temple, came as a significant blow despite vigorous campaigning by the BJP. The elections also witnessed anti-incumbency sentiments impacting the party's performance, leading to the defeat of 27 out of 49 sitting MPs. Notable losses included Union ministers like Smriti Irani, Ajay Mishra Teni, and others who failed to secure re-election, signaling a shift in the political landscape of Uttar Pradesh.
Himanta Biswa Sarma on why he did not campaign in Northeast India for Lok Sabha polls
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma did not campaign in Northeast India during Lok Sabha polls as he focused on Eastern India. He mentioned a particular religion not voting for NDA in Nagaland, Meghalaya, and Manipur.
"Na Mathura, na Kashi, abki baar Awadhesh Pasi": The real reason behind BJP's defeat in Ayodhya
The BJP's strategy of leveraging the Ram temple construction and the consecration of Ram Lalla's idol in January, just months before the Lok Sabha elections, failed to deliver the expected results. Despite BJP stalwart Lallu Singh's candidate from Faizabad, which includes Ayodhya, he was defeated by Samajwadi Party's Awadesh Prasad by over 54,000 votes.
Needs to be examined why BJP couldn't maintain momentum in Bengal after 2021: Dilip Ghosh
BJP leader Dilip Ghosh reflects on 'conspiracy and backbiting' behind his electoral loss in West Bengal after the 2021 elections, highlighting the challenges faced in maintaining momentum and performance gaps.
People rejected 'Modi guarantee' in Lok Sabha elections: T'gana CM Revanth Reddy
Referring to the Congress and BJP getting eight seats each out of the total 17 Lok Sabha seats in the state and BRS drawing a blank, Revanth Reddy said the two parties have increased their seats and vote share.
'BJP is Lord Ram's Vyapari' not 'Pujari,'' Congress' Pramod Tiwari takes dig at BJP for losing in Ayodhya
BJP candidate Lallu Singh lost to Samajwadi Party's Awadesh Prasad in Uttar Pradesh's Faizabad constituency. Prasad polled 54,567 more votes than the BJP candidate.Top BJP leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought up the Ram Mandir Prana pratishtha ceremony in their campaign speeches and assailed the Opposition leaders for not attending it. They alleged that the Opposition leaders did not attend the ceremony because of their appeasement politics.
BJP loses Ram Mandir seat: Who won in Faizabad, why BJP didn't shine
In a big upset to the Bharatiya Janata Party, the Faizabad constituency in Uttar Pradesh has been snatched by the INDIA alliance. As per Election Commission data, BJP's Lallu Singh is lost in the constituency.
BJP loses from Faizabad, the land of Ram Temple
BJP faced a surprising defeat in Faizabad, home to Ayodhya. SP's Awadhesh Prasad won over BJP's Lallu Singh by 54,500 votes amidst concerns of unemployment and price rise overshadowing temple inauguration.
UP Election Result Winner List 2024: BJP, SP and Congress, check who won and who lost in Lok Sabha elections? Here is the complete list
UP Election Result Winners List: The Election Commission of India announced results for the Uttar Pradesh elections, covering 80 constituencies. The BJP secured 33 seats, INC 6 seats, RLD 2 seats, and SP 37 seats. 'UP ke ladke' Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav presented a strong challenge to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with the INDIA bloc reducing BJP's seat share. INDIA bloc Detailed results are available on the official Election Commission website.
The man who wanted to challenge Modi but lost the battle even before it began
Recently, the comedian made headlines with his announcement to contest against Modi from Varanasi as an Independent candidate.
INDIA bloc's Ujjwal Singh says under BJP, Allahabad lost importance, local woes not addressed
Singh, who recently switched from the Samajwadi Party to the Congress, said today a big city like Allahabad requires an Information Technology (IT) Park, an international-level stadium, and a metro rail service while its rural areas need adequate water supply for irrigation. The BJP had fielded Neeraj Tripathi from the Allahabad Lok Sabha seat, replacing Rita Bahuguna Joshi.
Lok Sabha elections: Caste, bread & butter factors competing with temple tide in Ayodhya
Ayodhya's historic Lok Sabha election post Ram temple inauguration sees competition between caste and convenience. BJP's Lallu Singh eyes third term amidst fielding of nine-time Dalit SP MLA Awadhesh Prasad, attracting Dalit, Muslim, and Yadav voters. CPIM's Arvindsen Yadav and BSP's Sacchidanand Pandey add complexity to the race, challenging SP's prospects in the keenly contested constituency.
Ayodhya's electoral crossroads: BJP's temple run faces challenges
The BJP's bid for a third consecutive term at the Centre is centered around the recently inaugurated Ram temple in Ayodhya. While optimism abounds, there's also uncertainty until the results are in. Local businesses see opportunities, but concerns arise among rural voters about potential displacement due to development projects. The renaming of Faizabad to Ayodhya sparks debate among residents.
PM Modi's jibe at Congress, INDIA bloc: Party aims just 50 seats to save 'honour', alliance already defeated
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised Congress for aiming to win just 50 seats, mocked Rahul Gandhi for contesting from Rae Barely instead of Amethi, and claimed INIDA bloc has been defeated in the first four phases of elections. Modi also highlighted BJP's development work in Uttar Pradesh and accused SP and Congress of dynastic politics and corruption.
Ram Rajya will begin in country now, doesn't mean theocratic state: Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh envisions the start of Ram Rajya in India post Ayodhya temple completion, emphasizing duty over rights, reviving politics' essence, fulfilling manifesto promises, and BJP's triple talaq actions. He highlights the upcoming Lucknow polling and commitment to protecting women.
No need to wait till September 2025, Modi won't be PM after poll results in June: Tharoor
Tharoor's comments come a day after AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal claimed Modi is asking for votes for Home Minister Amit Shah, who will be his successor after Modi "retires" on turning 75 in September 2025.
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