Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah should have raised objections when Uddhav Thackeray announced that the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra will be from Shiv Sena during the election rallies.

He also slammed the Home Minister for not briefing Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the closed-door talks which were held between Shah and Thackeray pertaining to the power-sharing.

"I agree that PM Modi used to project Devendra Fadnavis as the next chief minister of Maharashtra but at the same time, Uddhav Thackeray was also telling the public that the next chief minister will be from Shiv Sena. Then at that time why didn't Amit Shah raised any objection. He did not say anything during the Lok Sabha election then why is he having a problem in Vidhan Sabha elections," the Shiv Sena said while speaking to media in Mumbai.

"Amit Bhai use to say that the matters discussed in the closed room should not be discussed outside. But when they do not comply with mutual decisions, the matters become the topic of discussion outdoors. Shah should have briefed the Prime Minister. Our Prime Minister has a big heart and the matter would not have become worse if he was updated with the latest talks," he added.

The statement from Raut came just a day after Amit Shah stated that it will be inappropriate to disclose the deliberations that were held "behind closed doors" between his party and Shiv Sena over government formation in Maharashtra.

Maharashtra came under the president's rule on Tuesday. The President signed the notification following the recommendation of the Union Cabinet, which acted on the report from Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari.

The Governor had recommended the imposition of president's rule in the wake of the political stalemate over the government formation in the state. Shiv Sena led by Uddhav Thackeray emerged as the second-largest party in last month's Maharashtra assembly elections with 56 seats. The two parties, who fought the elections together, were at loggerheads over power-sharing.

The BJP emerged as the single-largest party with 105 seats in the 288-member state assembly. Shiv Sena insisted that the two parties had a '50-50' power-sharing agreement before the elections. Fadnavis said that Shiv Sena was not promised the chief ministerial post for two-and-a-half years when the alliance was sealed before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah should have raised objections when Uddhav Thackeray announced that the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra will be from Shiv Sena during the election rallies.

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut on Thursday said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah should have raised objections when Uddhav Thackeray announced that the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra will be from Shiv Sena during the election rallies. He also slammed the Home Minister for not briefing Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the closed-door talks which were held between Shah and Thackeray pertaining to the power-sharing. "I agree that PM Modi used to project Devendra Fadnavis as the next chief minister of Maharashtra but at the same time, Uddhav Thackeray was also telling the public that the next chief minister will be from Shiv Sena. Then at that time why didn't Amit Shah raised any objection. He did not say anything during the Lok Sabha election then why is he having a problem in Vidhan Sabha elections," the Shiv Sena said while speaking to media in Mumbai. "Amit Bhai use to say that the matters discussed in the closed room should not be discussed outside. But when they do not comply with mutual decisions, the matters become the topic of discussion outdoors. Shah should have briefed the Prime Minister. Our Prime Minister has a big heart and the matter would not have become worse if he was updated with the latest talks," he added. The statement from Raut came just a day after Amit Shah stated that it will be inappropriate to disclose the deliberations that were held "behind closed doors" between his party and Shiv Sena over government formation in Maharashtra. Maharashtra came under the president's rule on Tuesday. The President signed the notification following the recommendation of the Union Cabinet, which acted on the report from Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari. The Governor had recommended the imposition of president's rule in the wake of the political stalemate over the government formation in the state. Shiv Sena led by Uddhav Thackeray emerged as the second-largest party in last month's Maharashtra assembly elections with 56 seats. The two parties, who fought the elections together, were at loggerheads over power-sharing. The BJP emerged as the single-largest party with 105 seats in the 288-member state assembly. Shiv Sena insisted that the two parties had a '50-50' power-sharing agreement before the elections. Fadnavis said that Shiv Sena was not promised the chief ministerial post for two-and-a-half years when the alliance was sealed before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

'Why didn't Amit Shah object when Uddhav announced that next CM will be from Sena?' asks Sanjay Raut

BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday slammed the opposition parties, saying their effort to raise a ruckus over the imposition of President's Rule in Maharashtra was 'a meaningless exercise to gain public sympathy' and anyone can still approach the Governor if they have a majority to form the government.

Speaking to Smita Prakash, Editor, Asian News International in an exclusive interview, Shah also rejected the accusations that the BJP has betrayed the Shiv Sena.

"We were ready to form the government with the Shiv Sena. But there were certain things of Shiv Sena we could not have agreed," he said.

This is Shah's first interview since Maharashtra's results were out on October 24. The subsequent political uncertainty over the government formation snowballed into a major crisis, which ultimately resulted in the imposition of President's Rule in the state.

Shah said that during the campaign for Maharashtra assembly polls, the BJP leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Devendra Fadnavis will continue to be the Chief Minister if BJP-Shiv Sena alliance is elected back to power.

"Nobody contradicted it. Now some mew conditions have come up. We have reservations on this and the party will take a decision at an appropriate time," he said.

"I only want to say that the ruckus over the President's Rule is a meaningless exercise to gain public sympathy and nothing else," he said.

Shah also took a dig at the Congress over its allegations that the President's Rule was imposed in a hurry and its ally NCP was not given enough time to show the majority.

"Probably they do not ask their allies," he said.

Shah said that between 11.30 am and 12 noon on Tuesday, the NCP expressed its inability to form the government by writing a letter to Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari that they cannot form government till the time given of 8.30 pm.

"After that, there was no point of the President waiting till 8.30 pm," he said.

Asked if more time was given for the government formation in Goa and Arunachal Pradesh, he said nowhere more time was given.

He said political parties in Maharashtra had eighteen days after the declaration of results to show that they have a majority.

"After the assembly notification, the Governor waited for 18 days," he said, adding that no party or parties came forward to stake the claim to form the government.

"Any party could have approached the Governor. The time to give invitation came after the term of assembly ended (on November 9)," he said.

He said the Governor has to take action after the term of assembly ends and he asked different parties.

"Once assembly is notified, any party or alliance can go to the Governor. What the Governor could have done. Everyone has been given time," he said.

"Even today if someone has a majority, they can contact the Governor and stake the claim," he said.

The Home Minister said the Assembly has not been dissolved but kept in suspended animation.

He said allegations could have been made if the assembly was dissolved.

The BJP and the Shiv Sena got an absolute majority in Maharashtra assembly polls but could not form the government due to differences over power-sharing.

The Shiv Sena had insisted on having the Chief Minister's post for two-and-half-year but the BJP said there was no such agreement.

BJP emerged as the single-largest party with 105 seats followed by Shiv Sena with 56. NCP won 54 seats and Congress 44. Congress and NCP fought the polls in an alliance.&nbsp;

BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday slammed the opposition parties, saying their effort to raise a ruckus over the imposition of President's Rule in Maharashtra was 'a meaningless exercise to gain public sympathy' and anyone can still approach the Governor if they have a majority to form the government.

BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday slammed the opposition parties, saying their effort to raise a ruckus over the imposition of President's Rule in Maharashtra was 'a meaningless exercise to gain public sympathy' and anyone can still approach the Governor if they have a majority to form the government. Speaking to Smita Prakash, Editor, Asian News International in an exclusive interview, Shah also rejected the accusations that the BJP has betrayed the Shiv Sena. "We were ready to form the government with the Shiv Sena. But there were certain things of Shiv Sena we could not have agreed," he said. This is Shah's first interview since Maharashtra's results were out on October 24. The subsequent political uncertainty over the government formation snowballed into a major crisis, which ultimately resulted in the imposition of President's Rule in the state. Shah said that during the campaign for Maharashtra assembly polls, the BJP leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Devendra Fadnavis will continue to be the Chief Minister if BJP-Shiv Sena alliance is elected back to power. "Nobody contradicted it. Now some mew conditions have come up. We have reservations on this and the party will take a decision at an appropriate time," he said. "I only want to say that the ruckus over the President's Rule is a meaningless exercise to gain public sympathy and nothing else," he said. Shah also took a dig at the Congress over its allegations that the President's Rule was imposed in a hurry and its ally NCP was not given enough time to show the majority. "Probably they do not ask their allies," he said. Shah said that between 11.30 am and 12 noon on Tuesday, the NCP expressed its inability to form the government by writing a letter to Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari that they cannot form government till the time given of 8.30 pm. "After that, there was no point of the President waiting till 8.30 pm," he said. Asked if more time was given for the government formation in Goa and Arunachal Pradesh, he said nowhere more time was given. He said political parties in Maharashtra had eighteen days after the declaration of results to show that they have a majority. "After the assembly notification, the Governor waited for 18 days," he said, adding that no party or parties came forward to stake the claim to form the government. "Any party could have approached the Governor. The time to give invitation came after the term of assembly ended (on November 9)," he said. He said the Governor has to take action after the term of assembly ends and he asked different parties. "Once assembly is notified, any party or alliance can go to the Governor. What the Governor could have done. Everyone has been given time," he said. "Even today if someone has a majority, they can contact the Governor and stake the claim," he said. The Home Minister said the Assembly has not been dissolved but kept in suspended animation. He said allegations could have been made if the assembly was dissolved. The BJP and the Shiv Sena got an absolute majority in Maharashtra assembly polls but could not form the government due to differences over power-sharing. The Shiv Sena had insisted on having the Chief Minister's post for two-and-half-year but the BJP said there was no such agreement. BJP emerged as the single-largest party with 105 seats followed by Shiv Sena with 56. NCP won 54 seats and Congress 44. Congress and NCP fought the polls in an alliance.

Opposition is creating meaningless ruckus over President's Rule in Maharashtra: Amit Shah

New Delhi [India], Nov 13 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday penned his views on India's decision to stay away from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), saying that the move is bold and historic.

"November 4, 2019, shall go down as a historic milestone for India's bold decision to stay away from the RCEP. The decision also cements India's growing stature as a country that is rock solid in its resolve to not only protect its own interests but also to boldly ward off any attempts to being arm-twisted. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, New India reflects a new self-confidence," Amit Shah wrote in an article for 'The Economic Times'.

"India's not joining RCEP was summed up by the PM himself: 'Whenever I try and gauge India's interest in light of her joining RCEP, I do not get an answer in the affirmative; neither Gandhiji's policy of self-reliance nor my wisdom allows me to join RCEP.' What makes this decision significant is that this has yet again demonstrated that the PM can go to any extent to safeguard the interests of farmers, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), textile, dairy and manufacturing, medicine, steel and chemical industries," he added.

"The Prime Minister did not compromise on it since the agreement did not seem to accommodate India's concerns on issues like trade losses and dumping. India should not be a party to any such international treaty that is one-sided and against the interests of our farmers and entrepreneurs," the Home Minister further said.

Shah accused Congress of failing to safeguard the country's interests and highlighted the trade losses with China under the UPA government.

"The Congress-led UPA government failed in safeguarding the interests of India. In 2007, it had already begun thinking of engaging in a regional trade agreement (RTA) with China. How this affected India's trade with China is borne out by the fact that during UPA's tenure, India's trade losses with China grew 23 times -- from $1.9 billion in 2005 to $44.8 billion in 2014. This hit indigenous industries hard," he said.

"An example of Congress' history of compromising with India's interests is the 2013 Bali Agreement. While participating in the WTO conference, then commerce minister Anand Sharma had weakened India's stand on its provisions for agriculture subsidy and support prices to farmers. This could have created havoc for farmers, but for the timely intervention of the Prime Minister in 2014, who ensured that then commerce minister Nirmala Sitharaman rejected the proposal," Shah wrote in the article.

The Home Minister said that Congress is now desperately trying to take credit for the Prime Minister's decision to back out from the RCEP.

"It is ironic that Congress, which has had a shaky history of dealing with such international treaties, is now desperately trying to take credit for the Prime Minister's decision to stay away from RCEP. In fact, it was Congress' lack of foresight that had led to India agreeing to become part of this bloc. In its original form, other than 10 ASEAN countries, only China, Japan and South Korea were to join RCEP," Shah said.

"However, thanks to Congress' lack of concern for the kind of damages it could pose to SMEs and farmers, the UPA government agreed to become part of RCEP. It was evident from the start that this could open the floodgates for Chinese goods to enter India. India also did not share favourable terms of trade with other countries of the bloc," he added.

The Home Minister also said that 2019 is the "New 2014".

"Since 2014, in RCEP dialogues, the Indian government has aggressively protected India's interests and worked with member countries to agree to favourable conditions, such as opening up the services sector for the first time for India, higher exports from India, etc. Congress was so eager to be a part of RCEP that it had conceded that the import duty as applicable on January 1, 2014, would be taken as the base rate, assuming the agreement would be operational by 2016," Shah said.

"This could have caused havoc, as the 2014 base rate would have led to unhindered imports. Also, the import duties on many products have gone up in the last few years. The PM argued for 2019 as the base rate," he added.

Shah said in the RCEP conference in Bangkok, the Prime Minister, along with commerce minister Piyush Goel, put forward the interests of farmers, SMEs and manufacturing industries and vigorously asked for amendments vital to India's interests.

"The government has begun to evaluate ASEAN and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with South Korea. It is working on getting into trade relations with Japan, the US, EU countries, and other developed nations that shall help in making India a $5 trillion economy. Considering India's growing stature, RCEP members cannot afford to ignore it for long, and will come around to agree to our terms. Meanwhile, India has maintained successful economic relations with ASEAN by the means of FTA," Shah asserted.

The Home Minister outlined that by rejecting RCEP, India has firmly protected its industries from any adverse effects that Chinese interests could have caused. "For us, India remains first and foremost," he further said.&nbsp;

New Delhi [India], Nov 13 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday penned his views on India's decision to stay away from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), saying that the move is bold and historic.

New Delhi [India], Nov 13 (ANI): Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday penned his views on India's decision to stay away from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), saying that the move is bold and historic. "November 4, 2019, shall go down as a historic milestone for India's bold decision to stay away from the RCEP. The decision also cements India's growing stature as a country that is rock solid in its resolve to not only protect its own interests but also to boldly ward off any attempts to being arm-twisted. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, New India reflects a new self-confidence," Amit Shah wrote in an article for 'The Economic Times'. "India's not joining RCEP was summed up by the PM himself: 'Whenever I try and gauge India's interest in light of her joining RCEP, I do not get an answer in the affirmative; neither Gandhiji's policy of self-reliance nor my wisdom allows me to join RCEP.' What makes this decision significant is that this has yet again demonstrated that the PM can go to any extent to safeguard the interests of farmers, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), textile, dairy and manufacturing, medicine, steel and chemical industries," he added. "The Prime Minister did not compromise on it since the agreement did not seem to accommodate India's concerns on issues like trade losses and dumping. India should not be a party to any such international treaty that is one-sided and against the interests of our farmers and entrepreneurs," the Home Minister further said. Shah accused Congress of failing to safeguard the country's interests and highlighted the trade losses with China under the UPA government. "The Congress-led UPA government failed in safeguarding the interests of India. In 2007, it had already begun thinking of engaging in a regional trade agreement (RTA) with China. How this affected India's trade with China is borne out by the fact that during UPA's tenure, India's trade losses with China grew 23 times -- from $1.9 billion in 2005 to $44.8 billion in 2014. This hit indigenous industries hard," he said. "An example of Congress' history of compromising with India's interests is the 2013 Bali Agreement. While participating in the WTO conference, then commerce minister Anand Sharma had weakened India's stand on its provisions for agriculture subsidy and support prices to farmers. This could have created havoc for farmers, but for the timely intervention of the Prime Minister in 2014, who ensured that then commerce minister Nirmala Sitharaman rejected the proposal," Shah wrote in the article. The Home Minister said that Congress is now desperately trying to take credit for the Prime Minister's decision to back out from the RCEP. "It is ironic that Congress, which has had a shaky history of dealing with such international treaties, is now desperately trying to take credit for the Prime Minister's decision to stay away from RCEP. In fact, it was Congress' lack of foresight that had led to India agreeing to become part of this bloc. In its original form, other than 10 ASEAN countries, only China, Japan and South Korea were to join RCEP," Shah said. "However, thanks to Congress' lack of concern for the kind of damages it could pose to SMEs and farmers, the UPA government agreed to become part of RCEP. It was evident from the start that this could open the floodgates for Chinese goods to enter India. India also did not share favourable terms of trade with other countries of the bloc," he added. The Home Minister also said that 2019 is the "New 2014". "Since 2014, in RCEP dialogues, the Indian government has aggressively protected India's interests and worked with member countries to agree to favourable conditions, such as opening up the services sector for the first time for India, higher exports from India, etc. Congress was so eager to be a part of RCEP that it had conceded that the import duty as applicable on January 1, 2014, would be taken as the base rate, assuming the agreement would be operational by 2016," Shah said. "This could have caused havoc, as the 2014 base rate would have led to unhindered imports. Also, the import duties on many products have gone up in the last few years. The PM argued for 2019 as the base rate," he added. Shah said in the RCEP conference in Bangkok, the Prime Minister, along with commerce minister Piyush Goel, put forward the interests of farmers, SMEs and manufacturing industries and vigorously asked for amendments vital to India's interests. "The government has begun to evaluate ASEAN and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with South Korea. It is working on getting into trade relations with Japan, the US, EU countries, and other developed nations that shall help in making India a $5 trillion economy. Considering India's growing stature, RCEP members cannot afford to ignore it for long, and will come around to agree to our terms. Meanwhile, India has maintained successful economic relations with ASEAN by the means of FTA," Shah asserted. The Home Minister outlined that by rejecting RCEP, India has firmly protected its industries from any adverse effects that Chinese interests could have caused. "For us, India remains first and foremost," he further said.

Decision to stay away from RCEP was bold, historic for India: Amit Shah

Breaking his silence on Maharastra logjam, BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that no one objected when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he publicly said that Devendra Fadnavis would be the Chief Minister if the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance wins the Assembly polls in Maharashtra.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

"Before elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and I said many times in public that if our alliance wins, then Devendra Fadnavis will be the CM. No one objected back then. Now they have come up with new demands which are not acceptable to us," Shah told news agency ANI in an interview today.

Shah was responding to a question on the collapse of the alliance in Maharashtra.&nbsp;

In reply to another question related to the time given for the formation of government in the state, Shah said: "Before this, in no state was so much time given. 18 days were given. The Governor invited parties only after the Assembly's tenure ended. Neither Shiv Sena nor Congress-NCP staked claim and neither we. Even if today any party has numbers, it can approach the Governor." (ANI)

Breaking his silence on Maharastra logjam, BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that no one objected when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he publicly said that Devendra Fadnavis would be the Chief Minister if the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance wins the Assembly polls in Maharashtra.

Breaking his silence on Maharastra logjam, BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that no one objected when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he publicly said that Devendra Fadnavis would be the Chief Minister if the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance wins the Assembly polls in Maharashtra. "Before elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and I said many times in public that if our alliance wins, then Devendra Fadnavis will be the CM. No one objected back then. Now they have come up with new demands which are not acceptable to us," Shah told news agency ANI in an interview today. Shah was responding to a question on the collapse of the alliance in Maharashtra. In reply to another question related to the time given for the formation of government in the state, Shah said: "Before this, in no state was so much time given. 18 days were given. The Governor invited parties only after the Assembly's tenure ended. Neither Shiv Sena nor Congress-NCP staked claim and neither we. Even if today any party has numbers, it can approach the Governor." (ANI)

No one objected when we said Fadnavis will be CM if alliance wins: Amit Shah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah wished the nation on the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev.

"This is a day to rededicate ourselves to fulfilling Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji`s dream of a just, inclusive and harmonious society," Modi&nbsp;tweeted.

The Prime Minister also tweeted a video showcasing his visit to the Kartarpur Corridor along with a part of his speech from the inauguration of the Corridor, on November 9, where he had called on everyone to take inspirations from life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev.

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"Guru Nanak Dev Ji taught us the importance of living with true values and also gave an economic system based on honesty and self-confidence," he outlined.

Similarly, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his "hearty greetings to the entire countrymen" on the occasion as well.&nbsp;

"The first Guru of the Sikh Panth, the venerable Guru Nanak Dev Ji is a unique symbol of India's rich saint tradition...The teaching of Guru Nanak Dev always inspires us to remove discrimination from the human race," he tweeted.&nbsp;

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Shah also stated that the Kartarpur Corridor "dedicated by Modi Ji" on the 550th anniversary is a "true tribute to Guru Nanak Devi Ji."

On November 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Imran Khan <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/kartarpur-corridor-562-pilgrims-use-corridor-on-day-1-261108">inaugurated the Kartarpur Corridor</a> at Gurdaspur and Kartarpur respectively, facilitating the visa-free travel of Indian pilgrims to Kartarpur Sahib, which is the last resting place of Guru Nanak Dev. 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah wished the nation on the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. "This is a day to rededicate ourselves to fulfilling Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji`s dream of a just, inclusive and harmonious society," Modi tweeted.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah wished the nation on the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev. "This is a day to rededicate ourselves to fulfilling Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji`s dream of a just, inclusive and harmonious society," Modi tweeted. The Prime Minister also tweeted a video showcasing his visit to the Kartarpur Corridor along with a part of his speech from the inauguration of the Corridor, on November 9, where he had called on everyone to take inspirations from life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev. Today, on the very special occasion of the 550th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, my greetings to everyone. This is a day to rededicate ourselves to fulfilling Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s dream of a just, inclusive and harmonious society. pic.twitter.com/8LLUU0a3Jg — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 12, 2019 × "Guru Nanak Dev Ji taught us the importance of living with true values and also gave an economic system based on honesty and self-confidence," he outlined. Similarly, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his "hearty greetings to the entire countrymen" on the occasion as well. "The first Guru of the Sikh Panth, the venerable Guru Nanak Dev Ji is a unique symbol of India's rich saint tradition...The teaching of Guru Nanak Dev always inspires us to remove discrimination from the human race," he tweeted. मोदी सरकार गुरु नानक देव जी के विचारों व शिक्षाओं के प्रति समर्पित है, सबका साथ-सबका विकास का हमारा मूलमंत्र इसी का परिचायक है। गुरु नानक देव जी के 550वें प्रकाश पर्व पर मोदी जी द्वारा देशवासियों को समर्पित ऐतिहासिक ‘करतारपुर कॉरिडोर’ गुरुनानक देव जी को सच्ची श्रद्धांजलि है। — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 12, 2019 × Shah also stated that the Kartarpur Corridor "dedicated by Modi Ji" on the 550th anniversary is a "true tribute to Guru Nanak Devi Ji." On November 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Imran Khan inaugurated the Kartarpur Corridor at Gurdaspur and Kartarpur respectively, facilitating the visa-free travel of Indian pilgrims to Kartarpur Sahib, which is the last resting place of Guru Nanak Dev.

PM Modi, Amit Shah wish nation on Guru Nanak Dev's 550th birth anniversary

Former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) TN Seshan died in Chennai following a cardiac arrest on Sunday night. "Sad to announce that Shri TN Seshan (former Chief Election Commissioner of India) passed away a short while ago.

Former Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) TN Seshan died in Chennai following a cardiac arrest on Sunday night. "Sad to announce that Shri TN Seshan (former Chief Election Commissioner of India) passed away a short while ago. He was a true legend and a guiding force for all his successors. I pray for peace to his soul," tweeted Dr SY Quraishi, former Chief Election Commissioner of India. Sad to announce that Shri TN Seshan passed away a short while ago. He was a true legend and a guiding force for all his successors. I pray for peace to his soul. — Dr. S.Y. Quraishi (@DrSYQuraishi) November 10, 2019 × The 87-year-old was the 10th CEC and had served form December 12, 1990, till December 11, 1996. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed grief over the demise of Seshan. "Shri TN Seshan was an outstanding civil servant. He served India with utmost diligence and integrity. His efforts towards electoral reforms have made our democracy stronger and more participative. Pained by his demise. Om Shanti," tweeted PM Modi. Shri TN Seshan was an outstanding civil servant. He served India with utmost diligence and integrity. His efforts towards electoral reforms have made our democracy stronger and more participative. Pained by his demise. Om Shanti. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 10, 2019 × "Saddened by the demise of former Chief Election Commissioner, Shri T N Seshan Ji. He played a transformative role in reforming and strengthening India`s electoral institution. The nation will always remember him as a true torchbearer of democracy. My prayers are with his family," tweeted Shah. Seshan was a retired 1955 batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Tamil Nadu cadre.

Former Chief Election Commissioner TN Seshan dies after cardiac arrest in Chennai

Home Minister Amit Shah spoken to all CMs to review all security measures to maintain law and order. 16,000 volunteers have been deployed in the Uttar Pradesh to maintain calm. Watch this complete video to find out more in detail.

Home Minister Amit Shah spoken to all CMs to review the all security measures

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hailed landmark <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ram-temple-to-be-built-on-disputed-land-separate-plot-of-land-for-mosque-260935">Supreme Court ruling </a>on Ayodhya disputed land case as he said that it&nbsp;will prove to be a "milestone" which will strengthen unity and integrity of the country.

In a series of tweets, he urged people of all communities to accept the verdict and keep working towards a strong and united India.

"I welcome the unanimous decision of Supreme Court on Shri Ram Janmbhoomi. I appeal to people from all communities and religions to accept the verdict and stay committed our resolve of 'Ek Bharat-Shestra Bharat'&nbsp;that is full of peace and harmony," he said.

"I have full faith that the historic verdict given by the Supreme Court will prove to be a milestone in itself. This verdict will strengthen the unity, integrity and great culture of Bharat," he added.

Shah also said the verdict has given a final shape to the decades-old legal dispute.

"The judgment has given a final shape to the legal dispute linked to Shri Ram Janambhoomi that has been going on for decades. I greet the judicial process of the country and all the judges," he tweeted.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Shah spoke to chief ministers of all states in the country to review the security situation to avoid any untoward incident in the country after verdict.&nbsp;

Acording to a report by ANI, the Home Minister requested the chief ministers to take the required measures to maintain law and order.

The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to make necessary arrangements for the construction of a temple at the disputed site by forming a trust and give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board for a mosque at an alternate location in Ayodhya.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hailed landmark Supreme Court ruling on Ayodhya disputed land case as he said that it will prove to be a "milestone" which will strengthen unity and integrity of the country.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hailed landmark Supreme Court ruling on Ayodhya disputed land case as he said that it will prove to be a "milestone" which will strengthen unity and integrity of the country. In a series of tweets, he urged people of all communities to accept the verdict and keep working towards a strong and united India. "I welcome the unanimous decision of Supreme Court on Shri Ram Janmbhoomi. I appeal to people from all communities and religions to accept the verdict and stay committed our resolve of 'Ek Bharat-Shestra Bharat' that is full of peace and harmony," he said. "I have full faith that the historic verdict given by the Supreme Court will prove to be a milestone in itself. This verdict will strengthen the unity, integrity and great culture of Bharat," he added. Shah also said the verdict has given a final shape to the decades-old legal dispute. "The judgment has given a final shape to the legal dispute linked to Shri Ram Janambhoomi that has been going on for decades. I greet the judicial process of the country and all the judges," he tweeted. Meanwhile, Shah spoke to chief ministers of all states in the country to review the security situation to avoid any untoward incident in the country after verdict. Acording to a report by ANI, the Home Minister requested the chief ministers to take the required measures to maintain law and order. The Supreme Court on Saturday directed the Centre to make necessary arrangements for the construction of a temple at the disputed site by forming a trust and give five acres of suitable land to Sunni Waqf Board for a mosque at an alternate location in Ayodhya. (With inputs from agencies)

Ayodhya verdict will prove to be 'milestone', says Amit Shah; holds talks with states CMs regarding security measures

Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das and other senior state party leaders on Thursday met BJP president Amit Shah at his residence here to finalise the list of candidates for the upcoming assembly elections.

Apart from Das, the meeting was attended by Jharkhand BJP president Laxman Gilua, election in-charge O P Mathur and election co-in-charge Ram Vichar Netam along with the Union Minister from the state Arjun Munda.

The meeting, which began around 6 pm, concluded in the early hours of Friday.

Ahead of the scheduled meeting with Shah, senior party leaders had managed to bring down the number of prospective candidates on each seat from 15 to five.

"We can't go unprepared. Even if we have brought down the candidates to 15 to 5 or 10 to 4, Adhyaksh Ji would be sitting there with his data on every seat. There is no scope of pushing one's candidacy without merit," a senior BJP leader said.

Earlier, in the day, a core group had met for deliberations on the candidates. Several MPs were also invited for the same.

A senior party leader said that names from workers from each Mandal and district and Members of Parliament were considered while shortlisting the names.

The 81-member Jharkhand assembly is set to go for a five-phased election from November 30 to December 20. The counting of votes will take place on December 23.&nbsp;

Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das and other senior state party leaders on Thursday met BJP president Amit Shah at his residence here to finalise the list of candidates for the upcoming assembly elections.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das and other senior state party leaders on Thursday met BJP president Amit Shah at his residence here to finalise the list of candidates for the upcoming assembly elections. Apart from Das, the meeting was attended by Jharkhand BJP president Laxman Gilua, election in-charge O P Mathur and election co-in-charge Ram Vichar Netam along with the Union Minister from the state Arjun Munda. The meeting, which began around 6 pm, concluded in the early hours of Friday. Ahead of the scheduled meeting with Shah, senior party leaders had managed to bring down the number of prospective candidates on each seat from 15 to five. "We can't go unprepared. Even if we have brought down the candidates to 15 to 5 or 10 to 4, Adhyaksh Ji would be sitting there with his data on every seat. There is no scope of pushing one's candidacy without merit," a senior BJP leader said. Earlier, in the day, a core group had met for deliberations on the candidates. Several MPs were also invited for the same. A senior party leader said that names from workers from each Mandal and district and Members of Parliament were considered while shortlisting the names. The 81-member Jharkhand assembly is set to go for a five-phased election from November 30 to December 20. The counting of votes will take place on December 23.

Jharkhand CM meets Amit Shah to finalise candidates for Assembly polls

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) joint exercise on urban earthquake search and rescue, 2019 at the Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi on Monday. 
 
"Inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Joint Exercise on Urban Earthquake Search &amp; Rescue (SCOJtEx)-2019 in New Delhi," Shah Tweeted.

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The four-day exercise is being hosted by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to rehearse disaster response mechanisms and share knowledge, experience, and technology. 
 
The main focus of the joint exercise will be to test the region's preparedness to activate intergovernmental interaction for an immediate response.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) joint exercise on urban earthquake search and rescue, 2019 at the Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi on Monday.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) joint exercise on urban earthquake search and rescue, 2019 at the Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi on Monday. "Inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Joint Exercise on Urban Earthquake Search & Rescue (SCOJtEx)-2019 in New Delhi," Shah Tweeted. Inaugurated the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Joint Exercise on Urban Earthquake Search & Rescue (SCOJtEx)-2019 in New Delhi. pic.twitter.com/R8pwMAqZsH — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 4, 2019 × The four-day exercise is being hosted by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to rehearse disaster response mechanisms and share knowledge, experience, and technology. The main focus of the joint exercise will be to test the region's preparedness to activate intergovernmental interaction for an immediate response.

Amit Shah inaugurates SCO joint exercise on urban earthquake search and rescue

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking more assistance for unseasonal rain-affected farmers from Central government on Sunday in New Delhi, sources said.

Earlier on Sunday, Fadnavis said that the state government has already approved Rs 10,000 crore to provide relief to farmers affected by rains in the state.

"We have already approved Rs 10,000 crore. The state government stands firmly with farmers whose crops have been damaged due to heavy rains and all the necessary steps and assistance will be provided to them," he said.

The Chief Minister visited Lakhanwada, Chikhalgaon and Mhaispur villages in Akola district to inspect crop damages due to unseasonal rains and interacted with farmers.

"Will treat this situation like drought and have directed officials to do all surveys before November 6 and to organise camps in villages for the same," he said.

Fadnavis asked officials to act as a mediator between insurance companies and farmers to get early and maximum assistance and ensure not a single farmer be kept deprived from assistance.

He also asked them to provide all the assistance for the upcoming Rabi season, at a review meeting in Akola.

Meanwhile, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray demanded Rs 25,000 per hectare from the government to help farmers.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking more assistance for unseasonal rain-affected farmers from Central government on Sunday in New Delhi, sources said.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking more assistance for unseasonal rain-affected farmers from Central government on Sunday in New Delhi, sources said. Earlier on Sunday, Fadnavis said that the state government has already approved Rs 10,000 crore to provide relief to farmers affected by rains in the state. "We have already approved Rs 10,000 crore. The state government stands firmly with farmers whose crops have been damaged due to heavy rains and all the necessary steps and assistance will be provided to them," he said. The Chief Minister visited Lakhanwada, Chikhalgaon and Mhaispur villages in Akola district to inspect crop damages due to unseasonal rains and interacted with farmers. "Will treat this situation like drought and have directed officials to do all surveys before November 6 and to organise camps in villages for the same," he said. Fadnavis asked officials to act as a mediator between insurance companies and farmers to get early and maximum assistance and ensure not a single farmer be kept deprived from assistance. He also asked them to provide all the assistance for the upcoming Rabi season, at a review meeting in Akola. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray demanded Rs 25,000 per hectare from the government to help farmers.

Fadnavis to meet Shah on Monday in Delhi to seek more assistance for Maharashtra farmers

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Article 370 and 35A were a gateway to terrorism in the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi by repealing those provisions has shut that entrance.

"PM Modi fulfilled Sardar Patel's dream. By repealing Article 370 and Article 35A, PM Modi united Jammu Kashmir with India forever. I want to tell you again that Article 370 and 35 A were a gateway to terrorism in the country...PM Modi has shut that gate," the Home Minister said before flagging off the "Run for Unity" programme.

Paying tributes to the first Home Minister of the country, Sardar Patel on his birth anniversary, Shah said, "Sardar Patel merged over 500 princely states to form a united India but one thing was lacking -- Jammu Kashmir. Though it was merged with India, it remained a problem for us due to Article 370 and Article 35A. For 70 years, nobody found it appropriate to touch it. August 5 is the day when the Parliament of India removed Article 370 and Article 35 A and fulfilled the unfulfilled dream of Sardar Patel."

Shah also claimed that Sardar Patel did not get due recognition even after several years of independence and credited PM Modi for taking steps which gave due recognition to the former Home Minister.

The Home Minister credited Sardar Patel and noted that Mahatma Gandhi also acknowledged the complex tasks done by him.

"When all work was done, Mahatma Gandhi wrote a letter to Sardar Patel -- the problem of princely states was so complex, so big that except for you, no one else could have done that work. By merging all these princely states, you have done the greatest service to India," Shah said. 
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Article 370 and 35A were a gateway to terrorism in the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi by repealing those provisions has shut that entrance.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Article 370 and 35A were a gateway to terrorism in the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi by repealing those provisions has shut that entrance. "PM Modi fulfilled Sardar Patel's dream. By repealing Article 370 and Article 35A, PM Modi united Jammu Kashmir with India forever. I want to tell you again that Article 370 and 35 A were a gateway to terrorism in the country...PM Modi has shut that gate," the Home Minister said before flagging off the "Run for Unity" programme. Paying tributes to the first Home Minister of the country, Sardar Patel on his birth anniversary, Shah said, "Sardar Patel merged over 500 princely states to form a united India but one thing was lacking -- Jammu Kashmir. Though it was merged with India, it remained a problem for us due to Article 370 and Article 35A. For 70 years, nobody found it appropriate to touch it. August 5 is the day when the Parliament of India removed Article 370 and Article 35 A and fulfilled the unfulfilled dream of Sardar Patel." Shah also claimed that Sardar Patel did not get due recognition even after several years of independence and credited PM Modi for taking steps which gave due recognition to the former Home Minister. The Home Minister credited Sardar Patel and noted that Mahatma Gandhi also acknowledged the complex tasks done by him. "When all work was done, Mahatma Gandhi wrote a letter to Sardar Patel -- the problem of princely states was so complex, so big that except for you, no one else could have done that work. By merging all these princely states, you have done the greatest service to India," Shah said.

Article 370, 35A were gateway to terrorism in the country: Amit Shah

The Indian govt has slammed china for calling the formation on Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Union Territories as unlawful and void.

The foreign ministry of India has asked China to respect the sovereignty of India the same way India does.&nbsp;

The spokesperson of external affairs ministry also said that India does not expect china or other countries to comment on the matters that are internal to India.

Addressing the media, MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "We expect other countries to respect India's sovereignty&amp;territorial integrity. China continues to be in occupation of a large tract of the area in UTs of J-K,&amp; Ladakh. It has illegally acquired Indian territories from PoK under so-called China-Pakistan boundary agreement of 1963".

Nearly three months after the Indian government scrapped article 370.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir has been officially split into two union territories Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

The two new union territories have come into existence from midnight. On the 144th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabh-Bhai Patel. The decision to revoke the special status of Jammu and Kashmir was announced on August 5.

Jammu and Kashmir has also got its first Lieutenant-Governor Girish Chandra Murmu.

He is a 1985 batch IAS officer of Gujarat cadre and was principal secretary of Narendra Modi during his tenure as the chief minister of the state.

Former defence secretary Radha Krishna Mathur has taken charge as the lieutenant governor of Ladakh.

With the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir, the number of states in India has come down to 28 and the number of Union Territories has gone up to nine.

While Jammu and Kashmir will continue to have a legislation like Puducherry. Ladakh will be without legislative assembly just like Chandigarh.

The centre will be in direct control of the police and law and order in J&amp;K. While the land will be under the elected government there. Ladakh will be under the direct control of the central government which will be run through the Lieutenant Governor.

The Indian govt has slammed china for calling the formation on Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Union Territories as unlawful and void. The foreign ministry of India has asked China to respect the sovereignty of India the same way India does.

The Indian govt has slammed china for calling the formation on Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Union Territories as unlawful and void. The foreign ministry of India has asked China to respect the sovereignty of India the same way India does. The spokesperson of external affairs ministry also said that India does not expect china or other countries to comment on the matters that are internal to India. Addressing the media, MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "We expect other countries to respect India's sovereignty&territorial integrity. China continues to be in occupation of a large tract of the area in UTs of J-K,& Ladakh. It has illegally acquired Indian territories from PoK under so-called China-Pakistan boundary agreement of 1963". Nearly three months after the Indian government scrapped article 370. Jammu and Kashmir has been officially split into two union territories Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The two new union territories have come into existence from midnight. On the 144th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabh-Bhai Patel. The decision to revoke the special status of Jammu and Kashmir was announced on August 5. Jammu and Kashmir has also got its first Lieutenant-Governor Girish Chandra Murmu. He is a 1985 batch IAS officer of Gujarat cadre and was principal secretary of Narendra Modi during his tenure as the chief minister of the state. Former defence secretary Radha Krishna Mathur has taken charge as the lieutenant governor of Ladakh. With the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir, the number of states in India has come down to 28 and the number of Union Territories has gone up to nine. While Jammu and Kashmir will continue to have a legislation like Puducherry. Ladakh will be without legislative assembly just like Chandigarh. The centre will be in direct control of the police and law and order in J&K. While the land will be under the elected government there. Ladakh will be under the direct control of the central government which will be run through the Lieutenant Governor.

India slams China for calling formation of J&K and Ladakh Union Territories 'unlawful, void'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack.&nbsp;

"During Congress time, Mauni Baba (Manmohan Singh) was our prime minister. That time terrorists used to enter the country and kill our soldiers. After Pulwama attack, Narendra Modi took action in 10 days by doing strike on terrorists based in Pakistan. He ensured that the country is safe," he said at an event here.

On February 26 this year, IAF fighters flew deep into Pakistan to bomb the JeM facility at Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

The action came after the February 14 suicide bombing in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama, which killed over 40 CRPF personnel.&nbsp;

Highlighting several `positive` changes in the country, Shah that the BJP-led government abolished Article 370 which opened the doors of development for Jammu and Kashmir.

"We made positive changes in many parts of country. We abolished article 370 and 35 A and made Kashmir part of India. Doors for development in Kashmir has now opened," he said.&nbsp;

"Congress MPs in Parliament said blood rivers will flow in Kashmir as this Article (370) was abolished but nothing happened. Without firing any bullet there is peace in Kashmir. No bullet has been fired till now," the Home Minister added.&nbsp;

In August this year, the Central government revoked Article 370 which gave special provisions to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two union territories.&nbsp;

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday hit out at the Congress saying that the party had not taken any action against terrorists during their regime and asserted that Prime Minister ordered a surgical strike against terrorists after the Pulwama attack. "During Congress time, Mauni Baba (Manmohan Singh) was our prime minister. That time terrorists used to enter the country and kill our soldiers. After Pulwama attack, Narendra Modi took action in 10 days by doing strike on terrorists based in Pakistan. He ensured that the country is safe," he said at an event here. On February 26 this year, IAF fighters flew deep into Pakistan to bomb the JeM facility at Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The action came after the February 14 suicide bombing in Jammu and Kashmir`s Pulwama, which killed over 40 CRPF personnel. Highlighting several `positive` changes in the country, Shah that the BJP-led government abolished Article 370 which opened the doors of development for Jammu and Kashmir. "We made positive changes in many parts of country. We abolished article 370 and 35 A and made Kashmir part of India. Doors for development in Kashmir has now opened," he said. "Congress MPs in Parliament said blood rivers will flow in Kashmir as this Article (370) was abolished but nothing happened. Without firing any bullet there is peace in Kashmir. No bullet has been fired till now," the Home Minister added. In August this year, the Central government revoked Article 370 which gave special provisions to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the state into two union territories.

Amit Shah attacks Congress over inaction against terrorism, says PM Modi ensured India is safe

After meeting Haryana leaders, BJP working president JP Nadda met the party's president Amit Shah at his residence here during the wee hours of Friday.

BJP's Haryana in-charge and party General Secretary Anil Jain and party's new Organising Secretary BL Santosh were also present in the meeting.

The meeting comes in view of Haryana polls where BJP has <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/neck-to-neck-battle-for-bjp-and-congress-in-haryana-polls-may-lead-to-hung-assembly-257933">fallen short of seats</a> to form the government.

The leaders, along with Nadda, reached Shah's residence at 1 am and left at 2:10 am.

Few hours before this, Lokhit Party leader Gopal Kanda, the winning candidate from Sirsa assembly constituency in Haryana, was seen leaving Nadda's residence.

Kanda's brother Gobind Kanda had said that Haryana Lokhit Party is in touch with five more MLAs, who will extend their "unconditional support" to the ruling party.

It is to be noted that Kanda's party has secured one seat in the Haryana polls and the BJP has won 40 seats in the 90-member Haryana assembly and needs the support of six MLAs to cross the half-way mark to retain power in the state.

After Nadda and Kanda's meeting, BJP MP Sunita Duggal said that she has informed the party leadership about the willingness of other leaders to join BJP.

"I informed our senior leaders about the independent candidates and leaders from other parties, who are willing to extend their unconditional support to us. They are in contact with them," she said.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, after meeting their supporters, Gopal Kanda, Ranjit Singh, also an MLA, along with BJP MP from Sirsa, Sunita Duggal, left for the national capital from the Indian Air Force (IAF) station in Haryana.

After meeting Haryana leaders, BJP working president JP Nadda met the party's president Amit Shah at his residence here during the wee hours of Friday. BJP's Haryana in-charge and party General Secretary Anil Jain and party's new Organising Secretary BL Santosh were also present in the meeting.

After meeting Haryana leaders, BJP working president JP Nadda met the party's president Amit Shah at his residence here during the wee hours of Friday. BJP's Haryana in-charge and party General Secretary Anil Jain and party's new Organising Secretary BL Santosh were also present in the meeting. The meeting comes in view of Haryana polls where BJP has fallen short of seats to form the government. The leaders, along with Nadda, reached Shah's residence at 1 am and left at 2:10 am. Few hours before this, Lokhit Party leader Gopal Kanda, the winning candidate from Sirsa assembly constituency in Haryana, was seen leaving Nadda's residence. Kanda's brother Gobind Kanda had said that Haryana Lokhit Party is in touch with five more MLAs, who will extend their "unconditional support" to the ruling party. It is to be noted that Kanda's party has secured one seat in the Haryana polls and the BJP has won 40 seats in the 90-member Haryana assembly and needs the support of six MLAs to cross the half-way mark to retain power in the state. After Nadda and Kanda's meeting, BJP MP Sunita Duggal said that she has informed the party leadership about the willingness of other leaders to join BJP. "I informed our senior leaders about the independent candidates and leaders from other parties, who are willing to extend their unconditional support to us. They are in contact with them," she said. On Wednesday, after meeting their supporters, Gopal Kanda, Ranjit Singh, also an MLA, along with BJP MP from Sirsa, Sunita Duggal, left for the national capital from the Indian Air Force (IAF) station in Haryana.

JP Nadda meets Amit Shah as Haryana gets hung assembly

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday here said that according to a study by an NGO, the health of poor people has increased up to 70 per cent due to Ujjwala Yojana and as well as the mission of providing a toilet to each house.

Shah also said that such schemes are the finest example of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision about poor people as he has also experienced poverty in childhood.

"During the dedication, cum foundation stone laying ceremony in Gujarat's capital, Home Minister also distributed token aids to various beneficiaries," stated a Home Ministry press release.

Shah laid the foundation stones of various development projects in his Lok Sabha constituency Gandhinagar.

In the morning, he laid the foundation stone for Gandhinagar Mahanagar Palika's degraded and control centre in Sector 11.

At 10 am, the Union Home Minister also inaugurated a bridge and also laid the foundation stone of an office for Kalol APMC.

Apart from these, the Union Home Minister also laid the foundation for the Agricultural produce market committee (APMC) in the afternoon and visited KIRC college where he issued orders to dispatch equipment for the disabled.

"The Minister has appealed to all the MPs to strengthen their representative constituencies organisationally and infrastructural which will make entire India a holistically developed country," the press release added.

Speaking on the Centre's Ayushman Bharat scheme, he said: "Every citizen in his constituency will get facility within the range of 10 km."

The Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijaybhai Rupani and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Nitinbhai Patel along with Minister of State for Home Pradipsinh Jadeja, State Revenue Minster Kaushikbhai Patel, Mayor of Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation Ritaben Patel and other dignitaries also attended the function.&nbsp;

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday here said that according to a study by an NGO, the health of poor people has increased up to 70 per cent due to Ujjwala Yojana and as well as the mission of providing a toilet to each house.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday here said that according to a study by an NGO, the health of poor people has increased up to 70 per cent due to Ujjwala Yojana and as well as the mission of providing a toilet to each house. Shah also said that such schemes are the finest example of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision about poor people as he has also experienced poverty in childhood. "During the dedication, cum foundation stone laying ceremony in Gujarat's capital, Home Minister also distributed token aids to various beneficiaries," stated a Home Ministry press release. Shah laid the foundation stones of various development projects in his Lok Sabha constituency Gandhinagar. In the morning, he laid the foundation stone for Gandhinagar Mahanagar Palika's degraded and control centre in Sector 11. At 10 am, the Union Home Minister also inaugurated a bridge and also laid the foundation stone of an office for Kalol APMC. Apart from these, the Union Home Minister also laid the foundation for the Agricultural produce market committee (APMC) in the afternoon and visited KIRC college where he issued orders to dispatch equipment for the disabled. "The Minister has appealed to all the MPs to strengthen their representative constituencies organisationally and infrastructural which will make entire India a holistically developed country," the press release added. Speaking on the Centre's Ayushman Bharat scheme, he said: "Every citizen in his constituency will get facility within the range of 10 km." The Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijaybhai Rupani and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Nitinbhai Patel along with Minister of State for Home Pradipsinh Jadeja, State Revenue Minster Kaushikbhai Patel, Mayor of Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation Ritaben Patel and other dignitaries also attended the function.

Health of poor improved up to 70 per cent due to Ujjawala, Swachha Bharat: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday paid tribute to police personnel, who lost their lives in the line of duty.

While addressing the Police Commemoration Day Parade at National Police Memorial here, Shah said, "So far, 34,844 police personnel have lost their lives in the line of duty. 292 martyrs will be added to this list today."

The Home Minister said that today we have 144 police personnel in comparison per 1,00,000 people, while ideally, there should 222 police personnel.

Due to this, 90 per cent of the policemen work for more than 12 hours and more than three-fourth of the policemen are not able to take weekly holidays, Shah said.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday paid tribute to police personnel, who lost their lives in the line of duty. While addressing the Police Commemoration Day Parade at National Police Memorial here, Shah said, "So far, 34,844 police personnel have lost their lives in the line of duty.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday paid tribute to police personnel, who lost their lives in the line of duty. While addressing the Police Commemoration Day Parade at National Police Memorial here, Shah said, "So far, 34,844 police personnel have lost their lives in the line of duty. 292 martyrs will be added to this list today." The Home Minister said that today we have 144 police personnel in comparison per 1,00,000 people, while ideally, there should 222 police personnel. Due to this, 90 per cent of the policemen work for more than 12 hours and more than three-fourth of the policemen are not able to take weekly holidays, Shah said.

Amit Shah says 38,844 police personnel have lost their lives in line of duty

India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.According to Home Ministry, Home Minister Amit Shah had on August 30 this year proposed hosting the Interpol General Assembly.

The invitation was extended when Jurgen Stock, Secretary-General, Interpol, called on Shah in New Delhi.

"India has won the vote for hosting 91st General Assembly in India in the year 2022, as part of celebrations of the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence," said the Home Ministry.

CBI Director Rishi Kumar Shukla had proposed India's candidature in his brief address at the ongoing 88th Interpol General Assembly at Santiago in Chile.

An overwhelming majority voted in favour of India's proposal to host the event.

Interpol is an international organisation with 194 member states and 100 years of experience of international cooperation in Policing.

Interpol's 17 databases house 90 million records. With its secure global data communication channel (I-24/7), Incident Response Teams, Command and Control Centre, a worldwide network of NCBs, Interpolis uniquely placed to assist LEAs of member countries.

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India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.

India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.According to Home Ministry, Home Minister Amit Shah had on August 30 this year proposed hosting the Interpol General Assembly. The invitation was extended when Jurgen Stock, Secretary-General, Interpol, called on Shah in New Delhi. "India has won the vote for hosting 91st General Assembly in India in the year 2022, as part of celebrations of the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence," said the Home Ministry. CBI Director Rishi Kumar Shukla had proposed India's candidature in his brief address at the ongoing 88th Interpol General Assembly at Santiago in Chile. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of India's proposal to host the event. Interpol is an international organisation with 194 member states and 100 years of experience of international cooperation in Policing. Interpol's 17 databases house 90 million records. With its secure global data communication channel (I-24/7), Incident Response Teams, Command and Control Centre, a worldwide network of NCBs, Interpolis uniquely placed to assist LEAs of member countries.

India wins vote to host Interpol General Assembly in 2022

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday discussed the might of Emperor Skandgupta and the art with which ruled while emphasising the need to re-write the country's glorious and proud history by making it a reference book.&nbsp;

"The Mauryan and the Gupta dynasty gave the most elevated spot to Indian culture in the world," he said urging historians to present the true Indian version of history.

Invoking Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, Shah credited the former for coining the 1857 rebellion as the First War of Indian Independence.

"Had it not been for Veer Savarkar, the rebellion of 1857 would not have become history, we would have seen it from the point of view of British. Veer Savarkar was the one who named the 1857 rebellion as the first independence struggle," he further said.&nbsp;

"It is the duty of every country to preserve and nurture its history, it is the duty of the public and of the country`s historians. Till when do we keep on criticising the Britishers for it. Today the country is independent, edit our history and write out new manuscripts. I am sure the truth in our history will make it famous," he said addressing a seminar at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) here.

Shah inaugurated the two-day international seminar on "the role and relevance of famous ruler of Gupta Dynasty, Skandagupta Vikramaditya and the political future of the nation" at the BHU campus.

The Home Minister said the "biggest success" for the Gupta Empire was that they ended confrontation between the Vaishali and Magadha dynasties and moved towards the creation of a united India.

Talking about Skandagupta, Shah said the ruler had always tried to save the culture, language, art, literature and governance system of India.

"Chandragupta Vikramaditya had gained a lot of fame in history. But a lot of injustice happened to him in history. His might was perhaps not appreciated as much," the Home Minister while espousing about the ruler`s significance.

He underlined that the Maurya and Gupta dynasties placed Indian culture at the highest position in the world."2,000 years after the Mahabharata period, the 800-year period became known because of two major dynasties -- Maurya Dynasty and Gupta Dynasty. Both these dynasties placed Indian culture at the highest position in the world," the Home Minister said.

Touching upon the contributions of Skandagupta, Shah said, "Skandagupta's big contributions during his rule was strengthening governance, creation of cities and planning the rule for revenue collection for the effective running of the administration. He fought bravely with Huns.

"But it is unfortunate that today if anyone asks for 100 pages to study on Skandagupta, they are not available," he lamented.&nbsp;

Shah continued, "So, there is a need to write about the great rulers like Skandagupta, Chandragupta Vikramaditya and others who had been not given enough due in the existing documented history."

The Home Minister remembered Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya and thanked him for setting up the BHU, which according to him, had played a key role in rebuilding the country after independence.

"Whatever might have been on the mind of Pandit Madan Mohan Malviyaji at the time of the establishment of BHU, but this university has played a key role propagating Hindu culture and has stood tall to protect it," Shah said.

"After hundreds of years of slavery it is very difficult for any person to reinstate the pride, only a university can do this. These universities are the reason why we are happy with the present-day image of the country and are assured about its future too," he added.

(With inputs from ANI)

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday discussed the might of Emperor Skandgupta and the art with which ruled while emphasising the need to re-write the country's glorious and proud history by making it a reference book.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday discussed the might of Emperor Skandgupta and the art with which ruled while emphasising the need to re-write the country's glorious and proud history by making it a reference book. "The Mauryan and the Gupta dynasty gave the most elevated spot to Indian culture in the world," he said urging historians to present the true Indian version of history. Invoking Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, Shah credited the former for coining the 1857 rebellion as the First War of Indian Independence. "Had it not been for Veer Savarkar, the rebellion of 1857 would not have become history, we would have seen it from the point of view of British. Veer Savarkar was the one who named the 1857 rebellion as the first independence struggle," he further said. "It is the duty of every country to preserve and nurture its history, it is the duty of the public and of the country`s historians. Till when do we keep on criticising the Britishers for it. Today the country is independent, edit our history and write out new manuscripts. I am sure the truth in our history will make it famous," he said addressing a seminar at the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) here. Shah inaugurated the two-day international seminar on "the role and relevance of famous ruler of Gupta Dynasty, Skandagupta Vikramaditya and the political future of the nation" at the BHU campus. The Home Minister said the "biggest success" for the Gupta Empire was that they ended confrontation between the Vaishali and Magadha dynasties and moved towards the creation of a united India. Talking about Skandagupta, Shah said the ruler had always tried to save the culture, language, art, literature and governance system of India. "Chandragupta Vikramaditya had gained a lot of fame in history. But a lot of injustice happened to him in history. His might was perhaps not appreciated as much," the Home Minister while espousing about the ruler`s significance. He underlined that the Maurya and Gupta dynasties placed Indian culture at the highest position in the world."2,000 years after the Mahabharata period, the 800-year period became known because of two major dynasties -- Maurya Dynasty and Gupta Dynasty. Both these dynasties placed Indian culture at the highest position in the world," the Home Minister said. Touching upon the contributions of Skandagupta, Shah said, "Skandagupta's big contributions during his rule was strengthening governance, creation of cities and planning the rule for revenue collection for the effective running of the administration. He fought bravely with Huns. "But it is unfortunate that today if anyone asks for 100 pages to study on Skandagupta, they are not available," he lamented. Shah continued, "So, there is a need to write about the great rulers like Skandagupta, Chandragupta Vikramaditya and others who had been not given enough due in the existing documented history." The Home Minister remembered Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya and thanked him for setting up the BHU, which according to him, had played a key role in rebuilding the country after independence. "Whatever might have been on the mind of Pandit Madan Mohan Malviyaji at the time of the establishment of BHU, but this university has played a key role propagating Hindu culture and has stood tall to protect it," Shah said. "After hundreds of years of slavery it is very difficult for any person to reinstate the pride, only a university can do this. These universities are the reason why we are happy with the present-day image of the country and are assured about its future too," he added. (With inputs from ANI)

Veer Savarkar named 1857 rebellion as first independence struggle: Amit Shah

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Union Home Minister and BJP chief Amit Shah on Wednesday accused the Congress of raising questions over the Central government's move to identify "infiltrators" and said they will be made to leave the country in the next five years.

Addressing an election rally here, Shah alleged the rule of Congress government led by Bhupinder Singh Hooda in the state was marked by corruption.

Targeting Congress over land deals involving Robert Vadra, son-in-law of Congress president Sonia Gandhi, he said the Congress government worked on the principle of three Ds - Government of "Darbaris" (courtiers), Government of "Damad" (son-in-law) and Government of "Damad Ke Dalal" (brokers of son-in-law).

He said BJP has also 3Ds - development, development, and development.

"Whenever Congress came to power in the state, there was a rise in corruption, casteism, and goondaism. Since the BJP came to power, there has been development, and corruption has been curbed," he said. 
Shah accused the Congress of rewarding those who had helped Vadra in the land deals.

He alleged the Congress was opposed to the National Register of Citizens and raises questions over the move to make the intruders leave the country.

"Congress opposes repeal of Article 370, NRC. Its leaders ask why intruders are being removed. Howsoever they may oppose, every intruder will be forced to leave the country," he said.

Shah said: "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' campaign had given a new life to the girls and the sex ratio in the state has substantially gone up from 830."

Referring to the development initiatives of the Manohar Lal Khattar government, he said Haryana was among the top states in ease of doing business rankings.

"Earlier, the Chief Minister focused on the development of his home district. Manohar Lalji has worked for the progress of the entire state," he said.

He said several governments came in the past 70 years but nobody could show courage to remove the Article 370.

"You made Narendra Modi PM again by giving him over 300 seats and he threw away Article 370," Shah said.

He urged the people to vote in large numbers in the October 21 assembly polls.

"On one side is the party of patriots led by Modiji, on the other is the Congress that has courtiers and brokers. You have to decide whom to give a chance," said Shah.

Union Home Minister and BJP chief Amit Shah on Wednesday accused the Congress of raising questions over the Central government's move to identify "infiltrators" and said they will be made to leave the country in the next five years.

Union Home Minister and BJP chief Amit Shah on Wednesday accused the Congress of raising questions over the Central government's move to identify "infiltrators" and said they will be made to leave the country in the next five years. Addressing an election rally here, Shah alleged the rule of Congress government led by Bhupinder Singh Hooda in the state was marked by corruption. Targeting Congress over land deals involving Robert Vadra, son-in-law of Congress president Sonia Gandhi, he said the Congress government worked on the principle of three Ds - Government of "Darbaris" (courtiers), Government of "Damad" (son-in-law) and Government of "Damad Ke Dalal" (brokers of son-in-law). He said BJP has also 3Ds - development, development, and development. "Whenever Congress came to power in the state, there was a rise in corruption, casteism, and goondaism. Since the BJP came to power, there has been development, and corruption has been curbed," he said. Shah accused the Congress of rewarding those who had helped Vadra in the land deals. He alleged the Congress was opposed to the National Register of Citizens and raises questions over the move to make the intruders leave the country. "Congress opposes repeal of Article 370, NRC. Its leaders ask why intruders are being removed. Howsoever they may oppose, every intruder will be forced to leave the country," he said. Shah said: "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' campaign had given a new life to the girls and the sex ratio in the state has substantially gone up from 830." Referring to the development initiatives of the Manohar Lal Khattar government, he said Haryana was among the top states in ease of doing business rankings. "Earlier, the Chief Minister focused on the development of his home district. Manohar Lalji has worked for the progress of the entire state," he said. He said several governments came in the past 70 years but nobody could show courage to remove the Article 370. "You made Narendra Modi PM again by giving him over 300 seats and he threw away Article 370," Shah said. He urged the people to vote in large numbers in the October 21 assembly polls. "On one side is the party of patriots led by Modiji, on the other is the Congress that has courtiers and brokers. You have to decide whom to give a chance," said Shah.

Amit Shah targets Congress, says its leaders question move on removing intruders

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-government-has-zero-tolerance-towards-terrorism-amit-shah-256029">Home Minister Amit Shah</a>, in an exclusive conversation with WION's editor-in-chief Sudhir Chaudhary, spoke on a range of issues from the government's move to abrogate Article 370 to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-economy-at-its-weakest-pace-since-global-financial-crisis-international-monetary-fund-256126">situation of the economy</a>.&nbsp;

Shah expressed confidence that the economy will be back on track in the next 2-3 months.&nbsp;

"When there is a global slowdown, one should look at the effect it has on the world's big economies," Shah said, adding that it is not just India which is bearing the brunt of the global economic slowdown.&nbsp;

The home minister expressed confidence in the measures taken by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-cannot-sacrifice-economic-strength-to-comply-with-us-sanctions-sitharaman-256209">Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman</a> and said that her efforts should pull the economy back on track.&nbsp;

"Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has had discussions with stakeholders, businessmen, chambers, industrialists to came up with packages. As the Kharif crop hits the market, I am sure positivity should infuse the economy. The measures introduced by the finance minister will help the economy get back on track in the next 2-3 months," Shah stated. &nbsp;

On government's move to abrogate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Shah said that Article 370 was being used by Pakistan as a ploy to instigate the people of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

"Its removal was necessary for the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir. The entire country came in support of our move except those who are worried about their vote-bank politics. Some of the major political parties - like Mayawati's, Jagan Mohan Reddy's and Arvind Kejriwal's - which fought the election against us, supported us on the Kashmir move," Shah said.&nbsp;

 
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Home Minister Amit Shah, in an exclusive conversation with WION's editor-in-chief Sudhir Chaudhary, spoke on a range of issues from the government's move to abrogate Article 370 to the situation of the economy.

Home Minister Amit Shah, in an exclusive conversation with WION's editor-in-chief Sudhir Chaudhary, spoke on a range of issues from the government's move to abrogate Article 370 to the situation of the economy. Shah expressed confidence that the economy will be back on track in the next 2-3 months. "When there is a global slowdown, one should look at the effect it has on the world's big economies," Shah said, adding that it is not just India which is bearing the brunt of the global economic slowdown. The home minister expressed confidence in the measures taken by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and said that her efforts should pull the economy back on track. "Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman has had discussions with stakeholders, businessmen, chambers, industrialists to came up with packages. As the Kharif crop hits the market, I am sure positivity should infuse the economy. The measures introduced by the finance minister will help the economy get back on track in the next 2-3 months," Shah stated. On government's move to abrogate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Shah said that Article 370 was being used by Pakistan as a ploy to instigate the people of Jammu and Kashmir. "Its removal was necessary for the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir. The entire country came in support of our move except those who are worried about their vote-bank politics. Some of the major political parties - like Mayawati's, Jagan Mohan Reddy's and Arvind Kejriwal's - which fought the election against us, supported us on the Kashmir move," Shah said.

Indian economy will be back on track in months to come: Amit Shah to WION

Watch: Home Minister Amit Shah's biggest interview with Sudhir Chaudhary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government has a policy of "zero-tolerance" towards terrorism which he termed as the biggest hurdle on the way of development.

He also said that India has been a victim of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism since long, while speaking at the National Security Guard (NSG) 35th Raising Day celebrations here.

"Terrorism is a curse for society and is the biggest hurdle in the way of development. Our country has suffered the plight of terrorism more than any other country in the world. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we are committed towards a zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. Today, I am assured of our security because of NSG," Shah said.

"Counter-terrorism operations, counter hijack operations, providing proximate security, bomb disposable squad, providing protective cover in national and international events and other functions. I am quite confident that our country is safe from any terrorist attack with NSG to protect us," said Shah.

He said that abrogation of Article 370 would prove to be a milestone in eradicating terrorism.

"In today's era when there is no traditional war, India is affected with terrorism sponsored by Pakistan since years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a big step by Abrogation article 370 from Kashmir to make nation terrorism free and to save Kashmir. I believe, the step will help to maintain peace in the state," said Shah. (ANI)

 
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government has a policy of "zero-tolerance" towards terrorism which he termed as the biggest hurdle on the way of development.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government has a policy of "zero-tolerance" towards terrorism which he termed as the biggest hurdle on the way of development. He also said that India has been a victim of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism since long, while speaking at the National Security Guard (NSG) 35th Raising Day celebrations here. "Terrorism is a curse for society and is the biggest hurdle in the way of development. Our country has suffered the plight of terrorism more than any other country in the world. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, we are committed towards a zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. Today, I am assured of our security because of NSG," Shah said. "Counter-terrorism operations, counter hijack operations, providing proximate security, bomb disposable squad, providing protective cover in national and international events and other functions. I am quite confident that our country is safe from any terrorist attack with NSG to protect us," said Shah. He said that abrogation of Article 370 would prove to be a milestone in eradicating terrorism. "In today's era when there is no traditional war, India is affected with terrorism sponsored by Pakistan since years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a big step by Abrogation article 370 from Kashmir to make nation terrorism free and to save Kashmir. I believe, the step will help to maintain peace in the state," said Shah. (ANI)

PM Modi government has zero-tolerance towards terrorism: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the RTI Act was a big milestone in the country's journey of democracy and has helped bridge the gap between the people and administration.

Addressing the 14th annual convention of the Central Information Commission (CIC) here, Shah said the Right to Information Act has also instilled confidence among people.

"I feel that in our democratic journey, RTI is a big milestone. We can provide good administration on the basis of transparency and accountability. RTI has helped a lot in giving a boost to transparency and accountability," Shah said.

He said the RTI Act has helped to bridge the gap between the people and the administration in the last 14 years.

"It has also increased the confidence of people towards administration," he said.

Shah said that the RTI Act has achieved its goals and instilled the confidence among the citizens.&nbsp;

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the RTI Act was a big milestone in the country's journey of democracy and has helped bridge the gap between the people and administration.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the RTI Act was a big milestone in the country's journey of democracy and has helped bridge the gap between the people and administration. Addressing the 14th annual convention of the Central Information Commission (CIC) here, Shah said the Right to Information Act has also instilled confidence among people. "I feel that in our democratic journey, RTI is a big milestone. We can provide good administration on the basis of transparency and accountability. RTI has helped a lot in giving a boost to transparency and accountability," Shah said. He said the RTI Act has helped to bridge the gap between the people and the administration in the last 14 years. "It has also increased the confidence of people towards administration," he said. Shah said that the RTI Act has achieved its goals and instilled the confidence among the citizens.

RTI Act a milestone in India's democratic journey: Amit Shah

The Centre is committed to reducing to a "minimum," the number of applications filed under the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rti-act-a-milestone-in-indias-democratic-journey-amit-shah-255417">Right to Information</a> as it is working towards putting maximum information in the public domain so that people do not feel the need to seek information through RTIs, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Saturday.

Shah said this during his address to the inaugural session of 14th annual convention of Central Information Commission (CIC).

"All the countries have stopped after creating an RTI Act. They feel that they have done their responsibility but the Indian government doesn't think so. Prime Minister Narendra Modi government wants to give such an administration that applications made under RTI should be reduced to a minimum. Nobody should be required to file the RTI application," said Shah.

"The success of government does not lie in how many applications were filed under RTI but rather in giving such a system that the number of applications under RTI should be minimal despite channels being open to doing so," said Home Minister."The government should itself give all the information to the public so that people do not feel the need to file RTI application," he said.

He said that till 2005 when the RTI Act came into being, attempts were made to "widen the rift" between people and the administration.

"Before Independence and even after that till 2005 when the RTI Act came into being, attempts were made to widen the rift between the administration and people. But in the last 14 years, a lot of work has been done to fill the gap that has been created," said Shah emphasising that RTI Act is essential in ensuring "accountability" and "transparency" in the system.&nbsp; 
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The Centre is committed to reducing to a "minimum," the number of applications filed under the Right to Information as it is working towards putting maximum information in the public domain so that people do not feel the need to seek information through RTIs, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Saturday.

The Centre is committed to reducing to a "minimum," the number of applications filed under the Right to Information as it is working towards putting maximum information in the public domain so that people do not feel the need to seek information through RTIs, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Saturday. Shah said this during his address to the inaugural session of 14th annual convention of Central Information Commission (CIC). "All the countries have stopped after creating an RTI Act. They feel that they have done their responsibility but the Indian government doesn't think so. Prime Minister Narendra Modi government wants to give such an administration that applications made under RTI should be reduced to a minimum. Nobody should be required to file the RTI application," said Shah. "The success of government does not lie in how many applications were filed under RTI but rather in giving such a system that the number of applications under RTI should be minimal despite channels being open to doing so," said Home Minister."The government should itself give all the information to the public so that people do not feel the need to file RTI application," he said. He said that till 2005 when the RTI Act came into being, attempts were made to "widen the rift" between people and the administration. "Before Independence and even after that till 2005 when the RTI Act came into being, attempts were made to widen the rift between the administration and people. But in the last 14 years, a lot of work has been done to fill the gap that has been created," said Shah emphasising that RTI Act is essential in ensuring "accountability" and "transparency" in the system.

Government committed to reduce RTI use, putting max info in public domain: Amit Shah

BJP president Amit Shah on Friday revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi told US President Donald Trump that Kashmir is an internal matter of India and he need not interfere in it.

"This has been our consistent stand for years that we will not tolerate any kind of interference in Kashmir. If any country tried to speak on Kashmir, we said that it is our internal matter, be it American President or anyone else. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said clearly that Kashmir is our internal matter and you need not interfere," said Shah at an election rally.

Shah said the Congress and the NCP have opposed the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and in Maharashtra Assembly polls, the voters should ask them about their stand on Kashmir issue.

"In the integration of Kashmir with India, Article 370 was the biggest hurdle. In 70 years, no other Prime Minister showed the courage to abrogate Article 370 but Narendra Modi did it," he said.

"Congress Ghulam Nabi Azad said in Parliament that river of blood would flow in Kashmir if Article 370 is repealed. But I would like to share with you that not even a drop of blood was flown after Article 370 was revoked," added Shah.

"The Congress and the NCP opposed the abrogation of Article 370. When they come to you asking for votes, you should ask what is their stand on it," said Shah.

Article 370 was abrogated on August 5, divesting Jammu and Kashmir of its special status and bifurcating it into two UTs -- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Maharashtra is scheduled to go to polls on October 21. The BJP is in alliance with the Shiv Sena. The Congress is contesting the polls in alliance with the NCP.

The counting of votes will take place on October 24.&nbsp;

BJP president Amit Shah on Friday revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi told US President Donald Trump that Kashmir is an internal matter of India and he need not interfere in it.

BJP president Amit Shah on Friday revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi told US President Donald Trump that Kashmir is an internal matter of India and he need not interfere in it. "This has been our consistent stand for years that we will not tolerate any kind of interference in Kashmir. If any country tried to speak on Kashmir, we said that it is our internal matter, be it American President or anyone else. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said clearly that Kashmir is our internal matter and you need not interfere," said Shah at an election rally. Shah said the Congress and the NCP have opposed the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and in Maharashtra Assembly polls, the voters should ask them about their stand on Kashmir issue. "In the integration of Kashmir with India, Article 370 was the biggest hurdle. In 70 years, no other Prime Minister showed the courage to abrogate Article 370 but Narendra Modi did it," he said. "Congress Ghulam Nabi Azad said in Parliament that river of blood would flow in Kashmir if Article 370 is repealed. But I would like to share with you that not even a drop of blood was flown after Article 370 was revoked," added Shah. "The Congress and the NCP opposed the abrogation of Article 370. When they come to you asking for votes, you should ask what is their stand on it," said Shah. Article 370 was abrogated on August 5, divesting Jammu and Kashmir of its special status and bifurcating it into two UTs -- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Maharashtra is scheduled to go to polls on October 21. The BJP is in alliance with the Shiv Sena. The Congress is contesting the polls in alliance with the NCP. The counting of votes will take place on October 24.

PM Modi told Donald Trump not to interfere in Kashmir: Amit Shah

Union Minister Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi for allegedly seeking proof of surgical strikes and protesting against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A `like Pakistan` and wondered how Pakistan and Gandhi scion have a similar mindset every time.

"Both Rahul Gandhi and Pakistan want proof of surgical strikes. Rahul also protests against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A like Pakistan. I cannot understand how they have a similar mindset every time," said Shah, while addressing a rally here in Solapur.

Shah said the Congress had claimed that "river of blood" was flowing in Kashmir after the removal of Article 370 but now the Valley is peaceful and "not a single bullet" was fired.

Shah credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking the initiative of removing Article 370 to ensure that Jammu and Kashmir was mainstreamed with the entire Indian Union.

Lambasting the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Congress, Shah asked both the parties to clear their stand on the abrogation of Article 370."Why did you not vote for it in the Parliament? Why did you not support Prime Minister Modi on the initiative? Is politics more important for them than the nation," he said.

Shah underscored the difference between the Congress and the BJP over the issue of national security and said that late BJP stalwart Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the first to congratulate former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi after India won 1971 war against Pakistan because nation always comes first for his party.

He further alleged that while Congress and NCP give tickets only to their family members, the BJP is the only political party that allows its smallest worker to rise through the ranks and hold higher positions.

The BJP president maintained that under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra has chosen the path of development.

"In the last five years, the Fadnavis government has supplied water to 20,000 villages at just Rs 9,000 crore. The double-engine BJP government, here in the state as well as at the Centre, has worked towards Maharashtra`s growth and take it forward," he said.

Union Minister Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi for allegedly seeking proof of surgical strikes and protesting against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A `like Pakistan` and wondered how Pakistan and Gandhi scion have a similar mindset every time.

Union Minister Amit Shah on Thursday targeted Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi for allegedly seeking proof of surgical strikes and protesting against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A `like Pakistan` and wondered how Pakistan and Gandhi scion have a similar mindset every time. "Both Rahul Gandhi and Pakistan want proof of surgical strikes. Rahul also protests against the abrogation of Article 370 and 35A like Pakistan. I cannot understand how they have a similar mindset every time," said Shah, while addressing a rally here in Solapur. Shah said the Congress had claimed that "river of blood" was flowing in Kashmir after the removal of Article 370 but now the Valley is peaceful and "not a single bullet" was fired. Shah credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking the initiative of removing Article 370 to ensure that Jammu and Kashmir was mainstreamed with the entire Indian Union. Lambasting the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and the Congress, Shah asked both the parties to clear their stand on the abrogation of Article 370."Why did you not vote for it in the Parliament? Why did you not support Prime Minister Modi on the initiative? Is politics more important for them than the nation," he said. Shah underscored the difference between the Congress and the BJP over the issue of national security and said that late BJP stalwart Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the first to congratulate former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi after India won 1971 war against Pakistan because nation always comes first for his party. He further alleged that while Congress and NCP give tickets only to their family members, the BJP is the only political party that allows its smallest worker to rise through the ranks and hold higher positions. The BJP president maintained that under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra has chosen the path of development. "In the last five years, the Fadnavis government has supplied water to 20,000 villages at just Rs 9,000 crore. The double-engine BJP government, here in the state as well as at the Centre, has worked towards Maharashtra`s growth and take it forward," he said.

Maharashtra polls: Shah wonders how Rahul, Pakistan have similar 'mindset' on Article 370

Union Home Minister and BJP national president Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Congress and other Opposition parties should rise above party politics and support the government of the day, at least on national issues, as the nation was much important than petty politics.&nbsp;

Addressing an election rally here, Shah alleged that the Congress leaders were having "sleepless nights" over the repeal of Article 370 and it has kept raising the issue.

He said the Modi government had shown guts to remove the Article which gave special powers to Jammu and Kashmir.

"So many governments came and went and so many Prime Ministers came and went. No one had the guts to touch Article 370. In the last 55 years, Congress had no interest in removing Article 370 and kept on asking what was the need to remove it?" Shah said.

"Pakistan did not want the removal of Article 370, even Congress says the same thing. Why do Rahul Gandhi and Pakistan speak in each other's language? What is the relationship between the two? While the entire country is happy with the move, it is the Congress which is having sleepless nights," said Shah.

He said that Modi has punctured Opposition's "vote bank politics" by abrogating Article 370.

Shah also hit out at former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda who has won elections from Rohtak and termed the previous Congress regime as "corruption-ridden".

Hitting out at Congress president Rahul Gandhi for his 'khoon ki dalali' remark made over alleged politicisation of the surgical strikes carried out by the Army in 2016, Shah said on issues concerning country's security everyone should rise above party lines.

"When it is the issue of the country, we should all be one and rise above party lines. In 1971, when our Army won, Atalji (Atal Bihari Vajpayee) was the first person to congratulate Indiraji (Indira Gandhi) in Parliament. Rahulji says 'Modi ji khoon ki dalali karte hain.' This is shameful," Shah said.

He said that the BJP government in Haryana has done a lot of development works in the last five years.

"Under the Manohar Lal Khattar government, BJP has taken Haryana to the path of development," he said, adding that a lot of initiatives have been taken including elevated rail line and mega food projects.

Shah urged the people to re-elect the BJP in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Haryana is slated to go to polls on October 21 and counting of votes will take place on October 24.

(With inputs from ANI)

Union Home Minister and BJP national president Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Congress and other Opposition parties should rise above party politics and support the government of the day, at least on national issues, as the nation was much important than petty politics.

Union Home Minister and BJP national president Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Congress and other Opposition parties should rise above party politics and support the government of the day, at least on national issues, as the nation was much important than petty politics. Addressing an election rally here, Shah alleged that the Congress leaders were having "sleepless nights" over the repeal of Article 370 and it has kept raising the issue. He said the Modi government had shown guts to remove the Article which gave special powers to Jammu and Kashmir. "So many governments came and went and so many Prime Ministers came and went. No one had the guts to touch Article 370. In the last 55 years, Congress had no interest in removing Article 370 and kept on asking what was the need to remove it?" Shah said. "Pakistan did not want the removal of Article 370, even Congress says the same thing. Why do Rahul Gandhi and Pakistan speak in each other's language? What is the relationship between the two? While the entire country is happy with the move, it is the Congress which is having sleepless nights," said Shah. He said that Modi has punctured Opposition's "vote bank politics" by abrogating Article 370. Shah also hit out at former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda who has won elections from Rohtak and termed the previous Congress regime as "corruption-ridden". Hitting out at Congress president Rahul Gandhi for his 'khoon ki dalali' remark made over alleged politicisation of the surgical strikes carried out by the Army in 2016, Shah said on issues concerning country's security everyone should rise above party lines. "When it is the issue of the country, we should all be one and rise above party lines. In 1971, when our Army won, Atalji (Atal Bihari Vajpayee) was the first person to congratulate Indiraji (Indira Gandhi) in Parliament. Rahulji says 'Modi ji khoon ki dalali karte hain.' This is shameful," Shah said. He said that the BJP government in Haryana has done a lot of development works in the last five years. "Under the Manohar Lal Khattar government, BJP has taken Haryana to the path of development," he said, adding that a lot of initiatives have been taken including elevated rail line and mega food projects. Shah urged the people to re-elect the BJP in the upcoming Assembly elections. Haryana is slated to go to polls on October 21 and counting of votes will take place on October 24. (With inputs from ANI)

Congress leaders having sleepless nights over repeal of Article 370: Amit Shah

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/iaf-symbol-of-valour-and-courage-amit-shah-on-air-force-day-254437">BJP president Amit Shah</a> on Monday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi had repealed Article 370 within months of returning to power with an increased majority and urged people to take to task those who had "opposed" the move. 
 
Addressing a rally in poll-bound Maharashtra, he said the Modi government had taken steps for empowering the OBCs and given constitutional status to National Commission for Backward Classes. 
 
He said the government was moving in the direction shown by BR&nbsp;Ambedkar to empower the weaker sections. 
 
"You gave Narendra Modiji 300 seats (in the Lok Sabha polls). Modiji removed Article 370 in five months," he said. 
 
"Article 370 should have been scrapped or not? Is Kashmir an integral part of India or not? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked for integrating Kashmir with Bharat or not? Will you not question those who oppose it?" Shah asked. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/minimum-use-of-force-should-be-motto-of-police-everywhere-says-amit-shah-254336">The Union Home Minister</a> also heaped praises on Pankaja Munde, a Minister in Maharashtra government, who is contesting from Beed. 
 
He remembered her father and former union minister Gopinath Munde, saying he had done a lot of work for uplifting farmers, labourers and backward sections. 
 
"Gopinath Munde devoted his whole life for the sugarcane farmers, labourers in the sugar mills. Pankaja too is working for the backward sections of society," he said. 
 
Shah also greeted people on Dussehra. " It is the festival of victory of good over evil and inspires us to keep moving forward in life." 
 
BJP is contesting Maharashtra polls in alliance with Shiv Sena. The state will go to the polls on October 21.

BJP president Amit Shah on Monday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi had repealed Article 370 within months of returning to power with an increased majority and urged people to take to task those who had "opposed" the move.

BJP president Amit Shah on Monday said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi had repealed Article 370 within months of returning to power with an increased majority and urged people to take to task those who had "opposed" the move. Addressing a rally in poll-bound Maharashtra, he said the Modi government had taken steps for empowering the OBCs and given constitutional status to National Commission for Backward Classes. He said the government was moving in the direction shown by BR Ambedkar to empower the weaker sections. "You gave Narendra Modiji 300 seats (in the Lok Sabha polls). Modiji removed Article 370 in five months," he said. "Article 370 should have been scrapped or not? Is Kashmir an integral part of India or not? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked for integrating Kashmir with Bharat or not? Will you not question those who oppose it?" Shah asked. The Union Home Minister also heaped praises on Pankaja Munde, a Minister in Maharashtra government, who is contesting from Beed. He remembered her father and former union minister Gopinath Munde, saying he had done a lot of work for uplifting farmers, labourers and backward sections. "Gopinath Munde devoted his whole life for the sugarcane farmers, labourers in the sugar mills. Pankaja too is working for the backward sections of society," he said. Shah also greeted people on Dussehra. " It is the festival of victory of good over evil and inspires us to keep moving forward in life." BJP is contesting Maharashtra polls in alliance with Shiv Sena. The state will go to the polls on October 21.

Question those who opposed repealing Article 370, says Amit Shah

Saluting the Indian Air Force heroes and their families on the occasion of 87th Air Force Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that IAF is a 'symbol of valour and courage'.

"Indian Air Force is a symbol of valor and courage. On Air Force Day, I salute our Air Force heroes and their families. Entire nation is proud of your dedication and commitment to safeguard our motherland," Shah tweeted.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed gratitude to the "air warriors and their families" and stated that the IAF continues to serve the country with "utmost dedication and excellence".

"Today, on Air Force Day, a proud nation expresses gratitude to our air warriors and their families. The Indian Air Force continues to serve India with utmost dedication and excellence," Prime Minister Modi tweeted.

The IAF celebrated Air Force Day, its 87th anniversary, at Hindon Air Base in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria were present at the event.&nbsp;

Saluting the Indian Air Force heroes and their families on the occasion of 87th Air Force Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that IAF is a 'symbol of valour and courage'.

Saluting the Indian Air Force heroes and their families on the occasion of 87th Air Force Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that IAF is a 'symbol of valour and courage'. "Indian Air Force is a symbol of valor and courage. On Air Force Day, I salute our Air Force heroes and their families. Entire nation is proud of your dedication and commitment to safeguard our motherland," Shah tweeted. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed gratitude to the "air warriors and their families" and stated that the IAF continues to serve the country with "utmost dedication and excellence". "Today, on Air Force Day, a proud nation expresses gratitude to our air warriors and their families. The Indian Air Force continues to serve India with utmost dedication and excellence," Prime Minister Modi tweeted. The IAF celebrated Air Force Day, its 87th anniversary, at Hindon Air Base in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Army Chief General Bipin Rawat and IAF Chief, Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria were present at the event.

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