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<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday during a debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution and used the occasion to rip into the Congress party and its leadership over the imposition of Emergency, and for making amendments in the statute for 'personal' gains.</p></p>
<h2><strong>Amit Shah slams Cong over constitutional changes</strong></h2>
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<p dir="ltr">BJP leader Amit Shah made strong comments about Congress' history with constitutional amendments. "Congress changed the Constitution 77 times in 55 years of rule," Shah said, directly criticising the opposition. He added, "The 54-year-old leader, who calls himself 'yuva', constantly talks about changing the Constitution. But I want to remind you, the power to amend the Constitution is already in the Constitution itself." Shah also pointed out that during the BJP’s 16 years in power, the party made 22 amendments to the Constitution. </p>
<p dir="ltr">Shah said that the Congress government under Jawahar Lal Nehru brought in the first Constitutional Amendment Act to “curtail the freedom of expression”.</p>
<p dir="ltr">“The first amendment was made on June 18, 1951. After the formation of the Constitution, Congress did not have enough patience to wait for the Lok Sabha elections. Article 19A was added to curtail the freedom of speech, and Jawahar Lal Nehru was the Prime Minister at that time,” he said.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><strong>Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-letting-amit-shah-speak-in-parliament-is-murder-of-democracy-bjp-156345"> Indian Parliament session: Amit Shah takes dig at Rahul Gandhi</a></strong></p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Shah on the UCC and Nehru’s legacy</strong></h2>
<p dir="ltr">Shah also criticised Nehru for introducing Muslim Personal Law instead of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), highlighting it as a key issue in the debate. He also raised the Shah Bano case and reaffirmed the BJP government's commitment to implementing the UCC across all states, declaring, “The BJP will ensure the UCC is introduced in every state.”</p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Congress never worked for welfare of backward classes</strong></h2>
<p dir="ltr">Shah also responded to the opposition's ongoing accusations regarding the welfare of backward classes, saying, "Congress never worked for the welfare of backward classes." He strengthened his argument by adding, "Our Constitution has strengthened the roots of democracy." </p>
<p dir="ltr">Earlier in the day, the government introduced the much-awaited One Nation, One Election bill in the Lok Sabha. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal presented two important bills: the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill. </p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Key Highlights:</strong></h2>
<p dir="ltr">&gt; Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal tabled the One Nation, One Election Bill, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill.</p>
<p>&gt; Amit Shah said the Congress made changes in the Constitution 77 times in its 55 years of governance, and claoms that BJP will change the Constitution.</p>
<p>&gt; Shah slammed Congress over its stance on UCC, accusing Nehru of introducing Muslim personal law instead.</p>
<p dir="ltr">&gt; The BJP leader said that UCC will be brought in every state by the current government.</p>
<p dir="ltr">&gt; Shah also took aim at Congress, claiming the party had never worked for the welfare of backward classes.</p>
<p dir="ltr">The political drama in Parliament is set to continue as the government advances its legislative agenda.</p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Lawmakers react to Shah's speech</strong></h2>
<p dir="ltr">Reacting to Amit Shah's speech in Parliament, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary told the news agency ANI, "There have been many such instances in the nation when the Congress party misused power, imposed emergency. The nation will never forget it. There was a very good discussion on the protection of constitutional values. The Union Home Minister explained things in detail. A lot of information that was not in the public domain was also made available..."</p>
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<p>"Today whatever Home Minister said is far from truth, it's a lie, for example, the Ambedkar statue, was it built during their (BJP) tenure?...everything is a lie...they are trying to divert people through lies, and it won't go for long...he came to the Parliament just to praise PM Modi...," Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge said.</p>
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Shah directly criticised the opposition, saying, "The 54-year-old leader, who calls himself 'yuva', keeps talking about changing the Constitution. But I remind you, the power to amend the Constitution is already in the Constitution itself."



New Delhi, India Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday during a debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution and used the occasion to rip into the Congress party and its leadership over the imposition of Emergency, and for making amendments in the statute for 'personal' gains. Amit Shah slams Cong over constitutional changes BJP leader Amit Shah made strong comments about Congress' history with constitutional amendments. "Congress changed the Constitution 77 times in 55 years of rule," Shah said, directly criticising the opposition. He added, "The 54-year-old leader, who calls himself 'yuva', constantly talks about changing the Constitution. But I want to remind you, the power to amend the Constitution is already in the Constitution itself." Shah also pointed out that during the BJP’s 16 years in power, the party made 22 amendments to the Constitution. Shah said that the Congress government under Jawahar Lal Nehru brought in the first Constitutional Amendment Act to “curtail the freedom of expression”. “The first amendment was made on June 18, 1951. After the formation of the Constitution, Congress did not have enough patience to wait for the Lok Sabha elections. Article 19A was added to curtail the freedom of speech, and Jawahar Lal Nehru was the Prime Minister at that time,” he said. Also Read: Indian Parliament session: Amit Shah takes dig at Rahul Gandhi Shah on the UCC and Nehru’s legacy Shah also criticised Nehru for introducing Muslim Personal Law instead of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), highlighting it as a key issue in the debate. He also raised the Shah Bano case and reaffirmed the BJP government's commitment to implementing the UCC across all states, declaring, “The BJP will ensure the UCC is introduced in every state.” Congress never worked for welfare of backward classes Shah also responded to the opposition's ongoing accusations regarding the welfare of backward classes, saying, "Congress never worked for the welfare of backward classes." He strengthened his argument by adding, "Our Constitution has strengthened the roots of democracy." Earlier in the day, the government introduced the much-awaited One Nation, One Election bill in the Lok Sabha. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal presented two important bills: the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill. Key Highlights: > Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal tabled the One Nation, One Election Bill, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill. > Amit Shah said the Congress made changes in the Constitution 77 times in its 55 years of governance, and claoms that BJP will change the Constitution. > Shah slammed Congress over its stance on UCC, accusing Nehru of introducing Muslim personal law instead. > The BJP leader said that UCC will be brought in every state by the current government. > Shah also took aim at Congress, claiming the party had never worked for the welfare of backward classes. The political drama in Parliament is set to continue as the government advances its legislative agenda. Lawmakers react to Shah's speech Reacting to Amit Shah's speech in Parliament, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary told the news agency ANI, "There have been many such instances in the nation when the Congress party misused power, imposed emergency. The nation will never forget it. There was a very good discussion on the protection of constitutional values. The Union Home Minister explained things in detail. A lot of information that was not in the public domain was also made available..." #WATCH | Delhi: On Union Home Minister Amit Shah's speech in Rajya Sabha, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh says, "Union Minister Amit Shah spoke for 90 minutes in the Rajya Sabha and other BJP leaders also spoke. In Lok Sabha 'One Nation One Election' has been introduced and in the… pic.twitter.com/JqjiUmGleQ — ANI (@ANI) December 17, 2024 × "Today whatever Home Minister said is far from truth, it's a lie, for example, the Ambedkar statue, was it built during their (BJP) tenure?...everything is a lie...they are trying to divert people through lies, and it won't go for long...he came to the Parliament just to praise PM Modi...," Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge said. (With inputs from agencies)

Congress changed the Indian Constitution 77 times in 55 years, says Amit Shah in Parliament 

<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday during a debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution and used the occasion to rip into the Congress party and its leadership over the imposition of Emergency, and for making amendments in the statute for 'personal' gains.</p>

<h2><strong>Amit Shah slams Cong over&nbsp;constitutional changes</strong></h2>

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<p dir="ltr">BJP leader Amit Shah made strong comments about Congress' history with constitutional amendments.&nbsp;"Congress changed the Constitution 77 times in 55 years of rule," Shah said, directly criticising the opposition. He added, "The 54-year-old leader, who calls himself 'yuva', constantly talks about changing the Constitution. But I want to remind you, the power to amend the Constitution is already in the Constitution itself." Shah also pointed out that during the BJP’s 16 years in power, the party made 22 amendments to the Constitution.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">Shah said that the Congress government under Jawahar Lal Nehru brought in the first Constitutional Amendment Act to “curtail the freedom of expression”.</p>

<p dir="ltr">“The first amendment was made on June 18, 1951. After the formation of the Constitution, Congress did not have enough patience to wait for the Lok Sabha elections. Article 19A was added to curtail the freedom of speech, and Jawahar Lal Nehru&nbsp;was the Prime Minister at that time,” he said.</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-letting-amit-shah-speak-in-parliament-is-murder-of-democracy-bjp-156345">&nbsp;Indian Parliament session: Amit Shah takes dig at Rahul Gandhi</a></strong></p>

<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Shah on the UCC and Nehru’s legacy</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">Shah also criticised Nehru for introducing Muslim Personal Law instead of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), highlighting it as a key issue in the debate. He also raised the Shah Bano case and reaffirmed the BJP government's commitment to implementing the UCC across all states, declaring, “The BJP will ensure the UCC is introduced in every state.”</p>

<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Congress never worked for welfare of backward classes</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">Shah also responded to the opposition's ongoing accusations regarding the welfare of backward classes, saying, "Congress never worked for the welfare of backward classes." He strengthened his argument by adding, "Our Constitution has strengthened the roots of democracy."&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">Earlier in the day, the government introduced the much-awaited One Nation, One Election bill in the Lok Sabha. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal presented two important bills: the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Key Highlights:</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">&gt; Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal tabled the One Nation, One Election Bill, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill.<br />
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&gt; Amit Shah said the Congress made changes in&nbsp;the Constitution 77 times in its 55 years of governance, and claoms that BJP will change the Constitution.<br />
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&gt; Shah slammed Congress over its stance on UCC, accusing Nehru of introducing Muslim personal law instead.</p>

<p dir="ltr">&gt; The BJP leader said that UCC will be brought in every state by the current government.</p>

<p dir="ltr">&gt; Shah also took aim at Congress, claiming the party had never worked for the welfare of backward classes.</p>

<p dir="ltr">The political drama in Parliament is set to continue as the government advances its legislative agenda.</p>

<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Lawmakers react to Shah's speech</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">Reacting to Amit Shah's speech in Parliament, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary told the news agency ANI, "There have been many such instances in the nation when the Congress party misused power, imposed emergency. The nation will never forget it. There was a very good discussion on the protection of constitutional values. The Union Home Minister explained things in detail. A lot of information that was not in the public domain was also made available..."</p>

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<p>"Today whatever Home Minister said is far from truth, it's a lie, for example, the Ambedkar statue, was it built during their (BJP) tenure?...everything is a lie...they are trying to divert people through lies, and it won't go for long...he came to the Parliament just to praise PM Modi...," Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday during a debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution and used the occasion to rip into the Congress party and its leadership over the imposition of Emergency, and for making amendments in the statute for 'personal' gains.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday during a debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution and used the occasion to rip into the Congress party and its leadership over the imposition of Emergency, and for making amendments in the statute for 'personal' gains. Amit Shah slams Cong over constitutional changes BJP leader Amit Shah made strong comments about Congress' history with constitutional amendments. "Congress changed the Constitution 77 times in 55 years of rule," Shah said, directly criticising the opposition. He added, "The 54-year-old leader, who calls himself 'yuva', constantly talks about changing the Constitution. But I want to remind you, the power to amend the Constitution is already in the Constitution itself." Shah also pointed out that during the BJP’s 16 years in power, the party made 22 amendments to the Constitution. Shah said that the Congress government under Jawahar Lal Nehru brought in the first Constitutional Amendment Act to “curtail the freedom of expression”. “The first amendment was made on June 18, 1951. After the formation of the Constitution, Congress did not have enough patience to wait for the Lok Sabha elections. Article 19A was added to curtail the freedom of speech, and Jawahar Lal Nehru was the Prime Minister at that time,” he said. Also Read: Indian Parliament session: Amit Shah takes dig at Rahul Gandhi Shah on the UCC and Nehru’s legacy Shah also criticised Nehru for introducing Muslim Personal Law instead of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), highlighting it as a key issue in the debate. He also raised the Shah Bano case and reaffirmed the BJP government's commitment to implementing the UCC across all states, declaring, “The BJP will ensure the UCC is introduced in every state.” Congress never worked for welfare of backward classes Shah also responded to the opposition's ongoing accusations regarding the welfare of backward classes, saying, "Congress never worked for the welfare of backward classes." He strengthened his argument by adding, "Our Constitution has strengthened the roots of democracy." Earlier in the day, the government introduced the much-awaited One Nation, One Election bill in the Lok Sabha. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal presented two important bills: the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill. Key Highlights: > Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal tabled the One Nation, One Election Bill, along with the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill. > Amit Shah said the Congress made changes in the Constitution 77 times in its 55 years of governance, and claoms that BJP will change the Constitution. > Shah slammed Congress over its stance on UCC, accusing Nehru of introducing Muslim personal law instead. > The BJP leader said that UCC will be brought in every state by the current government. > Shah also took aim at Congress, claiming the party had never worked for the welfare of backward classes. The political drama in Parliament is set to continue as the government advances its legislative agenda. Lawmakers react to Shah's speech Reacting to Amit Shah's speech in Parliament, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary told the news agency ANI, "There have been many such instances in the nation when the Congress party misused power, imposed emergency. The nation will never forget it. There was a very good discussion on the protection of constitutional values. The Union Home Minister explained things in detail. A lot of information that was not in the public domain was also made available..." #WATCH | Delhi: On Union Home Minister Amit Shah's speech in Rajya Sabha, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh says, "Union Minister Amit Shah spoke for 90 minutes in the Rajya Sabha and other BJP leaders also spoke. In Lok Sabha 'One Nation One Election' has been introduced and in the… pic.twitter.com/JqjiUmGleQ — ANI (@ANI) December 17, 2024 × "Today whatever Home Minister said is far from truth, it's a lie, for example, the Ambedkar statue, was it built during their (BJP) tenure?...everything is a lie...they are trying to divert people through lies, and it won't go for long...he came to the Parliament just to praise PM Modi...," Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge said. (With inputs from agencies)

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha And Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till 3 Pm Amid Opposition Protest. Congress general secretary KC Venugopal criticised the government, accusing it of deliberately stalling parliamentary proceedings. Watch to know more!

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha And Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till 3 Pm Amid Opposition Protest

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Dec 3) hailed the three new criminal laws stating that speedy justice will now be delivered and that the days of 'tarikh pe tarikh' or prolonged trial for criminals are now over.</p>

<p>The prime minister was accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Chandigarh where he dedicated to the country the implementation of new criminal laws and stated that the ideals of equality, harmony and social justice are what strengthen Nyaya Sanhita.</p>

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<p>Emphasising on how important timely delivery of justice was, he said that the days of 'tarikh pe tarikh' are over.</p>

<p>'Tarikh pe tarikh' is a popular dialogue from actor Sunny Deoal's film Damini where he laments the repeated adjournment culture in courts.</p>

<p>He then said that the old criminal laws were designed by the Britishers to punish Indians and keep them enslaved, however, that was not the spirit of Nyaya Sanhita as it is the basis of democracy.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/policy-making-not-on-right-track-vp-dhankhar-issues-rare-rebuke-to-modi-govt-781307">‘Policy making not on right track,’ VP Dhankhar issues rare rebuke to Modi govt over farmers' protest</a></strong></p>

<p>Addressing a programme marking the successful implementation of the three new criminal laws, PM Modi said, "In 1947, when our country became independent after centuries of slavery, after the wait of generations, after the sacrifices of the people, when the dawn of independence came, what kind of dreams there were, what kind of enthusiasm there was in the country. The countrymen thought that since the British had left, they would also be freed from the British laws. These laws were the means of the British oppression and exploitation. These laws were made when the British regime was ready to do anything to maintain its grip on India."</p>

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<p>"The freedom struggle of 1857 shook the roots of the British rule, then in 1860 the British introduced the Indian Penal Code i.e. IPC. A few years later, the Indian Penal Act was introduced, that is, the first structure of the CrPC came into existence. The idea and purpose of these laws was to punish Indians and keep them enslaved. Unfortunately, for decades after independence, our laws revolved around the same penal code and penal mindset, which was used by treating the citizens as slaves. Small changes were made at times, but the character remains intact. Why we should continue with laws in the independent country that were made for slaves... The country must come out of that colonial mindset and hence, on 15th August, from Red Fort, I put the resolve before the nation... Our Nyaya Sahita is strengthening the spirit of "Of the People, By the People, For the People, which is the basis of democracy," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Dec 3) hailed the three new criminal laws stating that speedy justice will now be delivered and that the days of 'tarikh pe tarikh' or prolonged trial for criminals are now over.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Dec 3) hailed the three new criminal laws stating that speedy justice will now be delivered and that the days of 'tarikh pe tarikh' or prolonged trial for criminals are now over. The prime minister was accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Chandigarh where he dedicated to the country the implementation of new criminal laws and stated that the ideals of equality, harmony and social justice are what strengthen Nyaya Sanhita. PM Modi dedicates to the nation the successful implementation of three new criminal laws Visuals pic.twitter.com/YJL4QzOWuF — BJP Gujarat (@BJP4Gujarat) December 3, 2024 × Emphasising on how important timely delivery of justice was, he said that the days of 'tarikh pe tarikh' are over. 'Tarikh pe tarikh' is a popular dialogue from actor Sunny Deoal's film Damini where he laments the repeated adjournment culture in courts. He then said that the old criminal laws were designed by the Britishers to punish Indians and keep them enslaved, however, that was not the spirit of Nyaya Sanhita as it is the basis of democracy. Also read: ‘Policy making not on right track,’ VP Dhankhar issues rare rebuke to Modi govt over farmers' protest Addressing a programme marking the successful implementation of the three new criminal laws, PM Modi said, "In 1947, when our country became independent after centuries of slavery, after the wait of generations, after the sacrifices of the people, when the dawn of independence came, what kind of dreams there were, what kind of enthusiasm there was in the country. The countrymen thought that since the British had left, they would also be freed from the British laws. These laws were the means of the British oppression and exploitation. These laws were made when the British regime was ready to do anything to maintain its grip on India." #WATCH | Chandigarh | While addressing a programme marking the successful implementation of the three new criminal laws, PM Modi says, "With the integration of digital evidence and technology - we will get help to fight against terrorism. In the new laws - terorrists and terror… pic.twitter.com/RBuvqjcatu — ANI (@ANI) December 3, 2024 × "The freedom struggle of 1857 shook the roots of the British rule, then in 1860 the British introduced the Indian Penal Code i.e. IPC. A few years later, the Indian Penal Act was introduced, that is, the first structure of the CrPC came into existence. The idea and purpose of these laws was to punish Indians and keep them enslaved. Unfortunately, for decades after independence, our laws revolved around the same penal code and penal mindset, which was used by treating the citizens as slaves. Small changes were made at times, but the character remains intact. Why we should continue with laws in the independent country that were made for slaves... The country must come out of that colonial mindset and hence, on 15th August, from Red Fort, I put the resolve before the nation... Our Nyaya Sahita is strengthening the spirit of "Of the People, By the People, For the People, which is the basis of democracy," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi cites popular Bollywood movie dialogue as he hails adoption of 3 new criminal laws

<p>The Mahayuti alliance leaders met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence on Thursday (November 28) after days of discussions. The alliance meeting held to pick the new Maharashtra chief minister went on for over two hours, but no formal announcement on the next CM's name was made. Reports said the name will be announced after the legislators' meeting in Mumbai in the presence of BJP observers from Delhi.</p>

<p>Maharashtra’s caretaker Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief&nbsp;Eknath Shinde, former CM and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar were there to hold discussions with Amit Shah in the&nbsp;presence of JP Nadda. NCP leader Praful Patel was also present at the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before the meeting, caretaker CM Eknath Shinde arrived in the national capital on Thursday and met Amit Shah at his residence, where BJP national president JP Nadda was already there.<br />
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As per reports, discussions were also held&nbsp;on the allocation of ministries and portfolios among the alliance partners.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/the-maha-battle-shinde-says-told-pm-modi-to-take-decision-amid-suspense-over-cm-post-779637"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;The ‘Maha’ battle: Shinde says told PM Modi to take decision amid suspense over CM post</strong></a></p>

<p>Earlier on Wednesday, while addressing a presser over CM suspense, Shinde said, “The huge amount of votes we received was only because of the work we did. We are really the real brothers of our 'Laadli Behens', and they kept this in mind before voting.”</p>

<p>“I am not the kind who gets upset, we are the kind of people who fight, fight for the people,” Shinde added. “All the work I do, I will do for the people of Maharashtra. What is important is not what I get, but what the people of the state get,” Shinde said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Maharashtra News: Who Will Be The Next Chief Minister Of Maharashtra?</strong></p>

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<p>Results were announced for the assembly elections in Maharashtra on November 23, in which the Mahayuti alliance registered a landslide victory. The alliance won 235 of the total 288 seats, with BJP alone contributing 132 seats. Fadnavis is now being termed by BJP leaders as the architect of this massive victory, with party leaders recommending his name for the CM's post.</p>

<p>However, the leaders of Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) are rooting for Eknath Shinde. The Mahayuti alliance had Shinde as their chief minister in the previous term.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Mahayuti alliance leaders met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence on Thursday (November 28) after days of discussions. The alliance meeting held to pick the new Maharashtra chief minister went on for over two hours, but no formal announcement on the next CM's name was made.

The Mahayuti alliance leaders met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence on Thursday (November 28) after days of discussions. The alliance meeting held to pick the new Maharashtra chief minister went on for over two hours, but no formal announcement on the next CM's name was made. Reports said the name will be announced after the legislators' meeting in Mumbai in the presence of BJP observers from Delhi. Maharashtra’s caretaker Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde, former CM and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar were there to hold discussions with Amit Shah in the presence of JP Nadda. NCP leader Praful Patel was also present at the meeting. Before the meeting, caretaker CM Eknath Shinde arrived in the national capital on Thursday and met Amit Shah at his residence, where BJP national president JP Nadda was already there. As per reports, discussions were also held on the allocation of ministries and portfolios among the alliance partners. Also read: The ‘Maha’ battle: Shinde says told PM Modi to take decision amid suspense over CM post Earlier on Wednesday, while addressing a presser over CM suspense, Shinde said, “The huge amount of votes we received was only because of the work we did. We are really the real brothers of our 'Laadli Behens', and they kept this in mind before voting.” “I am not the kind who gets upset, we are the kind of people who fight, fight for the people,” Shinde added. “All the work I do, I will do for the people of Maharashtra. What is important is not what I get, but what the people of the state get,” Shinde said. Watch | Maharashtra News: Who Will Be The Next Chief Minister Of Maharashtra? × Results were announced for the assembly elections in Maharashtra on November 23, in which the Mahayuti alliance registered a landslide victory. The alliance won 235 of the total 288 seats, with BJP alone contributing 132 seats. Fadnavis is now being termed by BJP leaders as the architect of this massive victory, with party leaders recommending his name for the CM's post. However, the leaders of Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) are rooting for Eknath Shinde. The Mahayuti alliance had Shinde as their chief minister in the previous term. (With inputs from agencies)

Mahayuti alliance leaders meet at Amit Shah's residence to decide Maharashtra CM, suspense continues

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<p>India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah thanked the people of the state of Maharashtra for their "historic mandate" in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance in the 2024 Assembly elections on Saturday (Nov 23).</p>

<p>Shah also took a swipe at political opponents, particularly Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, calling him a "fake well-wisher" of the Constitution.</p>

<p>"Jai Maharashtra. I bow down to the people of Maharashtra for this historic mandate. The holy land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Jyotiba Phule and Veer Savarkar, Maharashtra, by giving such a massive mandate to the Mahayuti alliance that places culture and nation first along with development, has shut down the shops of those who pretend to be the fake well-wishers of the Constitution with the help of confusion and lies. This victory is the victory of every Maharashtra resident," he posted on X.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-election-results-2024-full-list-of-winners-and-their-constituencies-778663">Maharashtra election results: Full list of winners and their constituencies</a></strong></p>

<p>In the lead-up to the elections, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis had criticised Rahul Gandhi for carrying a red-coloured copy of the Constitution. "My allegations against Rahul Gandhi have been proven correct regarding his links to urban Naxals," Fadnavis said. He accused Gandhi of using the Constitution as a political prop to seek support from "urban Naxals and anarchists."</p>

<p>Gandhi strongly refuted these comments, accusing Fadnavis of insulting BR Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.</p>

<h2><strong>A resounding win for the Mahayuti alliance </strong></h2>

<p>The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, has either won or is leading in 232 seats in the Maharashtra Assembly, while the Congress-led alliance lags far behind, securing leads in just 47 constituencies.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi also celebrated the sweeping victory, attributing it to the (National Democratic Alliance) NDA's commitment to development and good governance. "Development wins! Good governance wins! United we will soar even higher," he wrote on X.</p>

<p>Modi extended heartfelt thanks to the people of Maharashtra, especially the youth and women, for their overwhelming support.</p>

<p>"Heartfelt gratitude to my sisters and brothers of Maharashtra, especially the youth and women of the state, for a historic mandate to the NDA. This affection and warmth is unparalleled," he added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah thanked the people of the state of Maharashtra for their "historic mandate" in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance in the 2024 Assembly elections on Saturday (Nov 23).

India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah thanked the people of the state of Maharashtra for their "historic mandate" in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance in the 2024 Assembly elections on Saturday (Nov 23). Shah also took a swipe at political opponents, particularly Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, calling him a "fake well-wisher" of the Constitution. "Jai Maharashtra. I bow down to the people of Maharashtra for this historic mandate. The holy land of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Babasaheb Ambedkar, Jyotiba Phule and Veer Savarkar, Maharashtra, by giving such a massive mandate to the Mahayuti alliance that places culture and nation first along with development, has shut down the shops of those who pretend to be the fake well-wishers of the Constitution with the help of confusion and lies. This victory is the victory of every Maharashtra resident," he posted on X. Also read: Maharashtra election results: Full list of winners and their constituencies In the lead-up to the elections, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis had criticised Rahul Gandhi for carrying a red-coloured copy of the Constitution. "My allegations against Rahul Gandhi have been proven correct regarding his links to urban Naxals," Fadnavis said. He accused Gandhi of using the Constitution as a political prop to seek support from "urban Naxals and anarchists." Gandhi strongly refuted these comments, accusing Fadnavis of insulting BR Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. A resounding win for the Mahayuti alliance  The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, has either won or is leading in 232 seats in the Maharashtra Assembly, while the Congress-led alliance lags far behind, securing leads in just 47 constituencies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also celebrated the sweeping victory, attributing it to the (National Democratic Alliance) NDA's commitment to development and good governance. "Development wins! Good governance wins! United we will soar even higher," he wrote on X. Modi extended heartfelt thanks to the people of Maharashtra, especially the youth and women, for their overwhelming support. "Heartfelt gratitude to my sisters and brothers of Maharashtra, especially the youth and women of the state, for a historic mandate to the NDA. This affection and warmth is unparalleled," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Amit Shah hails ‘historic mandate’ in Maharashtra as BJP-led alliance sweeps 2024 assembly elections

<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday met the star cast of the film 'The Sabarmati Report', which is based on the burning of S-6 coach of Sabarmati Express near Godhra station, Gujarat on February 27, 2002.<br />
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At least 59 Hindu devotees returning from Ayodhya were burnt to death in the incident, which led to the riots in the state later.<br />
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In the visuals, Union Home Minister Amit Shah can be seen interacting with Ektaa R Kapoor, Vikrant Massey and others.<br />
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Meanwhile, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently attended the screening of the film at the ongoing 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.</p>

<p>After watching the film on Thursday, Sawant sent best wishes to Ektaa R Kapoor and the whole team of 'The Sabarmati Report' via a phone call facilitated by producer Mahaveer Jain.<br />
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"I really liked the film...it's extremely good. You have presented the film in a proper manner. Huge congratulations," CM said yesterday while speaking with Ektaa Kapoor.</p>

<p>The Goa Chief Minister further said he is considering giving the film a tax-free status in the State.<br />
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"After watching this movie, I am considering making it tax-free in Goa; we will implement this decision in a few days. Very few filmmakers focus on real facts, and this film is based on a true incident. I congratulate the producer and actors for their commendable work," he told ANI.<br />
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Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended a screening of the film with the cast in Lucknow.<br />
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Following the screening, he spoke to the media, praising the movie and its lead actor, Vikrant Massey.</p>

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<p>"Vikrant Massey and his team have made a commendable effort. I express my heartfelt gratitude on behalf of Uttar Pradesh. The people of the country have the right to know the truth about the efforts made to create animosity in society. We will make this film tax-free in the state to promote it further," said Yogi Adityanath.</p>

<p>The film also stars Raashii Khanna and Ridhi Dogra in pivotal roles.<br />
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Directed by Dheeraj Sarna and produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul V Mohan, and Anshul Mohan, The Sabarmati Report is based on the real-life events surrounding the burning of the S-6 coach of the Sabarmati Express in Godhra.</p>

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday met the star cast of the film 'The Sabarmati Report', which is based on the burning of S-6 coach of Sabarmati Express near Godhra station, Gujarat on February 27, 2002.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday met the star cast of the film 'The Sabarmati Report', which is based on the burning of S-6 coach of Sabarmati Express near Godhra station, Gujarat on February 27, 2002. At least 59 Hindu devotees returning from Ayodhya were burnt to death in the incident, which led to the riots in the state later. In the visuals, Union Home Minister Amit Shah can be seen interacting with Ektaa R Kapoor, Vikrant Massey and others. Meanwhile, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently attended the screening of the film at the ongoing 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. After watching the film on Thursday, Sawant sent best wishes to Ektaa R Kapoor and the whole team of 'The Sabarmati Report' via a phone call facilitated by producer Mahaveer Jain. "I really liked the film...it's extremely good. You have presented the film in a proper manner. Huge congratulations," CM said yesterday while speaking with Ektaa Kapoor. The Goa Chief Minister further said he is considering giving the film a tax-free status in the State. "After watching this movie, I am considering making it tax-free in Goa; we will implement this decision in a few days. Very few filmmakers focus on real facts, and this film is based on a true incident. I congratulate the producer and actors for their commendable work," he told ANI. Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended a screening of the film with the cast in Lucknow. Following the screening, he spoke to the media, praising the movie and its lead actor, Vikrant Massey. Met the team of 'The Sabarmati Report' and congratulated them for their courage to narrate the truth. The film exposes the lies and the misleading facts to unveil the truth that was suppressed for a long time to meet political interests. #SabarmatiReport pic.twitter.com/ldauUqJnGu — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 22, 2024 × "Vikrant Massey and his team have made a commendable effort. I express my heartfelt gratitude on behalf of Uttar Pradesh. The people of the country have the right to know the truth about the efforts made to create animosity in society. We will make this film tax-free in the state to promote it further," said Yogi Adityanath. The film also stars Raashii Khanna and Ridhi Dogra in pivotal roles. Directed by Dheeraj Sarna and produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul V Mohan, and Anshul Mohan, The Sabarmati Report is based on the real-life events surrounding the burning of the S-6 coach of the Sabarmati Express in Godhra. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Vikrant Massey and the team of The Sabarmati Report meets Union Home Minster Amit Shah

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<p>Indian Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his rallies in poll-bound Maharashtra on Monday (Nov 18) to review the situation in violence-hit Manipur. According to reports, Home Minister Shah is expected to hold an urgent meeting later in the day with top officials to assess the situation in Manipur.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since May last year,&nbsp;inter-communal clashes between the Meitei and Kuki communities have resulted in at least 250 deaths and displaced 60,000 people in the region.</p>

<p>As a result, Manipur has become divided into two ethnic enclaves: the Meitei-controlled valley, and the Kuki-dominated hills, separated by a stretch of no-man's land monitored by federal forces.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meghalaya-cm-conrad-sangmas-npp-pulls-support-from-bjp-in-manipur-776874">Manipur violence: Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP govt; Amit Shah reviews security</a></strong></p>

<h3><strong>Here's a look at the latest updates on the situation in Manipur:</strong></h3>

<p><strong>&gt;</strong> The Manipur police on Sunday imposed a curfew in&nbsp;both districts of Imphal until further notice. This development came after&nbsp;six people were found dead. Following the incident, the Manipur government suspended internet in seven districts.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>A report by the news agency ANI on Monday said that authorities imposed a curfew in&nbsp;Imphal West and Imphal East. Sparse movements of vehicles could be seen on the streets with the deployment of security personnel. Authorities also suspended internet and mobile data services in Imphal for two days.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>Security was also tightened outside the residence of Chief Minister Biren Singh and Raj Bhawan.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>Also on Sunday, police arrested 23 people&nbsp;for ransacking and setting fire to the homes of lawmakers and ministers, while hundreds demonstrated against recent violent killings in defiance of a curfew.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) assumed the responsibility for investigating three key cases linked to the violence in Manipur.</p>

<p><strong>&gt; </strong>The NIA took these cases from the state police following a recent directive issued by the Indian Home Ministry as violent activities linked to these cases caused incidents escalating over recent months in Manipur leading to deaths and significant social unrest.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>&gt;&nbsp;</strong>Citing a failure by state Chief Minister Singh to resolve the crisis, the National People's Party, an ally of the ruling BJP with seven lawmakers in the 60-member state assembly, announced on Sunday its withdrawal of support from the state government.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his rallies in poll-bound Maharashtra on Monday (Nov 18) to review the situation in violence-hit Manipur. According to reports, Home Minister Shah is expected to hold an urgent meeting later in the day with top officials to assess the situation in Manipur.

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his rallies in poll-bound Maharashtra on Monday (Nov 18) to review the situation in violence-hit Manipur. According to reports, Home Minister Shah is expected to hold an urgent meeting later in the day with top officials to assess the situation in Manipur. Since May last year, inter-communal clashes between the Meitei and Kuki communities have resulted in at least 250 deaths and displaced 60,000 people in the region. As a result, Manipur has become divided into two ethnic enclaves: the Meitei-controlled valley, and the Kuki-dominated hills, separated by a stretch of no-man's land monitored by federal forces. Also read: Manipur violence: Conrad Sangma’s NPP withdraws support from BJP govt; Amit Shah reviews security Here's a look at the latest updates on the situation in Manipur: > The Manipur police on Sunday imposed a curfew in both districts of Imphal until further notice. This development came after six people were found dead. Following the incident, the Manipur government suspended internet in seven districts. > A report by the news agency ANI on Monday said that authorities imposed a curfew in Imphal West and Imphal East. Sparse movements of vehicles could be seen on the streets with the deployment of security personnel. Authorities also suspended internet and mobile data services in Imphal for two days. > Security was also tightened outside the residence of Chief Minister Biren Singh and Raj Bhawan. > Also on Sunday, police arrested 23 people for ransacking and setting fire to the homes of lawmakers and ministers, while hundreds demonstrated against recent violent killings in defiance of a curfew. > Meanwhile, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) assumed the responsibility for investigating three key cases linked to the violence in Manipur. > The NIA took these cases from the state police following a recent directive issued by the Indian Home Ministry as violent activities linked to these cases caused incidents escalating over recent months in Manipur leading to deaths and significant social unrest. > Citing a failure by state Chief Minister Singh to resolve the crisis, the National People's Party, an ally of the ruling BJP with seven lawmakers in the 60-member state assembly, announced on Sunday its withdrawal of support from the state government. (With inputs from agencies)

Manipur violence: Amit Shah cancels Maharashtra election rallies to review situation in northeastern state

<p>India’s Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Friday (Nov 15) that the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) had seized 80 kg of cocaine worth around $106 million and vowed that his ministry’s hunt against drug rackets will continue. Two people, one resident of Delhi and the other of Haryana’s Sonipat were detained in the case. The drugs were confiscated from the Janakpuri and Nangloi areas of the national capital on Thursday (Nov 14).</p>

<p>The seizure happened on a day when about 700 kg of methamphetamine was seized off the coast of the Indian state of Gujarat on Thursday following a joint operation by the NCB, the Indian Navy and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The operation by the three forces led to the arrest of eight Iranian nationals.</p>

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<p>Taking to social media site X on Friday, Shah wrote, “The back-to-back major breakthroughs against illegal drugs in a single day demonstrate the Modi government’s unwavering resolve to build a drug-free Bharat. The NCB today confiscated 82.53 kg of high-grade cocaine in New Delhi.”</p>

<p>“Our hunt against drug rackets will continue ruthlessly,” Shah added.</p>

<p>According to media reports, the Indian authorities deployed a “bottom-to-top approach" to track the large consignment following a small quantity of drugs seized in Delhi earlier. According to NCB Deputy Director General (Northern region) Neeraj Kumar Gupta, the agency took into consideration the “leads generated" from two earlier recoveries of the same drugs made from Delhi in March and August.</p>

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<p>“The persons involved in the latest case of seizure of cocaine are mainly Hawala operators and they did not know each other,” the NCB officer said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India’s Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Friday (Nov 15) that the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) had seized 80 kg of cocaine worth around $106 million and vowed that his ministry’s hunt against drug rackets will continue.

India’s Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Friday (Nov 15) that the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) had seized 80 kg of cocaine worth around $106 million and vowed that his ministry’s hunt against drug rackets will continue. Two people, one resident of Delhi and the other of Haryana’s Sonipat were detained in the case. The drugs were confiscated from the Janakpuri and Nangloi areas of the national capital on Thursday (Nov 14). The seizure happened on a day when about 700 kg of methamphetamine was seized off the coast of the Indian state of Gujarat on Thursday following a joint operation by the NCB, the Indian Navy and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The operation by the three forces led to the arrest of eight Iranian nationals. Also read: Indian Home Minister Amit Shah assures Jammu and Kashmir statehood to CM Abdullah Taking to social media site X on Friday, Shah wrote, “The back-to-back major breakthroughs against illegal drugs in a single day demonstrate the Modi government’s unwavering resolve to build a drug-free Bharat. The NCB today confiscated 82.53 kg of high-grade cocaine in New Delhi.” “Our hunt against drug rackets will continue ruthlessly,” Shah added. According to media reports, the Indian authorities deployed a “bottom-to-top approach" to track the large consignment following a small quantity of drugs seized in Delhi earlier. According to NCB Deputy Director General (Northern region) Neeraj Kumar Gupta, the agency took into consideration the “leads generated" from two earlier recoveries of the same drugs made from Delhi in March and August. Also read: ‘Will chop them up...,’ warns Mithun Chakraborty at Bengal rally in presence of Amit Shah “The persons involved in the latest case of seizure of cocaine are mainly Hawala operators and they did not know each other,” the NCB officer said. (With inputs from agencies)

80kg of cocaine worth $106mn seized in Delhi, Home Minister Shah lauds NCB

<p>India's Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced on Friday (Nov 15) that the chowk near the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi will be renamed in honour of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.</p>

<p>November 15 marks the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda. This day is observed as “Janjatiya Gaurav Divas” to honour the contributions of tribal freedom fighters. Birsa Munda, often called “Dharti Aba” (Father of the Earth), was a prominent leader who organised the "Ulgulan" or Munda Rebellion against British rule in the late 19th century.</p>

<p>The announcement was made during an event in Delhi where Union Home Minister Amit Shah also unveiled a statue of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.</p>

<p>"I am announcing today that the big chowk outside the ISBT bus stand here will be known after Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Seeing this statue and the name of that chowk, not only the citizens of Delhi but also the people visiting the International Bus stand will definitely be inspired by his life," Khattar said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-dare-you-indian-supreme-court-slams-delhi-residents-for-illegally-occupying-15th-century-tomb-776347">'How dare you?': Indian Supreme Court slams Delhi residents for illegally occupying 15th-century tomb</a></strong></p>

<p>"Birsa Munda spoke against religious conversion while completing his secondary education. In 1875, while getting a secondary education, he raised his voice against religious conversion. When the entire country and 2/3rd of the world was ruled by the British, at that time, he showed courage to stand against religious conversion," news agency PTI quoted Shah as saying.</p>

<h2><strong>Who was Birsa Munda?</strong></h2>

<p>Born on November 15, 1875, in the Chotanagpur region (present-day Jharkhand), Birsa grew up during a period of substantial changes for his community.</p>

<p>Birsa Munda emerged as a unifying figure for the tribal community, rallying them against oppression under British colonial rule. He established his own religion, known as Birsait, and was regarded as ‘Bhagwan’ (God) by his followers.</p>

<p>In 1899, he launched the Ulgulan movement, using guerrilla tactics to resist colonial forces and encouraged tribes to reject British laws and taxes.</p>

<p>On March 3, 1900, he was arrested by the British while resting with his guerilla fighters. He passed away in Ranchi Jail on June 9, 1900, at the young age of 25, reportedly due to an illness.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced on Friday (Nov 15) that the chowk near the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi will be renamed in honour of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.

India's Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced on Friday (Nov 15) that the chowk near the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi will be renamed in honour of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. November 15 marks the birth anniversary of Birsa Munda. This day is observed as “Janjatiya Gaurav Divas” to honour the contributions of tribal freedom fighters. Birsa Munda, often called “Dharti Aba” (Father of the Earth), was a prominent leader who organised the "Ulgulan" or Munda Rebellion against British rule in the late 19th century. The announcement was made during an event in Delhi where Union Home Minister Amit Shah also unveiled a statue of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. "I am announcing today that the big chowk outside the ISBT bus stand here will be known after Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Seeing this statue and the name of that chowk, not only the citizens of Delhi but also the people visiting the International Bus stand will definitely be inspired by his life," Khattar said. Also read: 'How dare you?': Indian Supreme Court slams Delhi residents for illegally occupying 15th-century tomb "Birsa Munda spoke against religious conversion while completing his secondary education. In 1875, while getting a secondary education, he raised his voice against religious conversion. When the entire country and 2/3rd of the world was ruled by the British, at that time, he showed courage to stand against religious conversion," news agency PTI quoted Shah as saying. Who was Birsa Munda? Born on November 15, 1875, in the Chotanagpur region (present-day Jharkhand), Birsa grew up during a period of substantial changes for his community. Birsa Munda emerged as a unifying figure for the tribal community, rallying them against oppression under British colonial rule. He established his own religion, known as Birsait, and was regarded as ‘Bhagwan’ (God) by his followers. In 1899, he launched the Ulgulan movement, using guerrilla tactics to resist colonial forces and encouraged tribes to reject British laws and taxes. On March 3, 1900, he was arrested by the British while resting with his guerilla fighters. He passed away in Ranchi Jail on June 9, 1900, at the young age of 25, reportedly due to an illness. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi's Sarai Kale Khan ISBT Chowk renamed after Birsa Munda: Who was he?

<p>India on Saturday (Nov 2) said that it had summoned a Canadian diplomat after an Ottawa minister claimed that Home Minister Amit Shah ordered the targeting of Khalistani extremists in Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that they had summoned the representative of the Canadian High Commission and a diplomatic note was handed to the official about the recent proceedings of Canada's Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes after Canadian Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison on October 29 told Parliament members of the national security committee that India's home minister "ordered a campaign of violence, intimidation and intelligence-gathering" targeting Khalistani separatists in Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/itll-cost-you-a-lot-massive-uproar-as-canadian-opposition-leader-snubs-diwali-event-772042"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;‘It’ll cost you a lot’: Massive uproar as Canadian opposition leader snubs Diwali event</strong></a></p>

<p>MEA spokesperson&nbsp;said that a Canadian diplomat had been summoned and a diplomatic note was handed over, on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It was conveyed in the note that the Government of India protests in the strongest terms to the absurd and baseless references made to the Union Home Minister of India before the Committee by Deputy Minister David Morrison," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Canada Diplomatic Showdown</strong></p>

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<p>"In fact, the revelation that high Canadian officials deliberately leak unfounded insinuations to the international media as part of a conscious strategy to discredit India and influence other nations only confirms the view that the government of India has long held about the current Canadian government's political agenda and behavioral pattern. Such irresponsible actions will have serious consequences for bilateral ties," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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India on Saturday (Nov 2) said that it had summoned a Canadian diplomat after an Ottawa minister claimed that Home Minister Amit Shah ordered the targeting of Khalistani extremists in Canada.

India on Saturday (Nov 2) said that it had summoned a Canadian diplomat after an Ottawa minister claimed that Home Minister Amit Shah ordered the targeting of Khalistani extremists in Canada. India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that they had summoned the representative of the Canadian High Commission and a diplomatic note was handed to the official about the recent proceedings of Canada's Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security. This comes after Canadian Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison on October 29 told Parliament members of the national security committee that India's home minister "ordered a campaign of violence, intimidation and intelligence-gathering" targeting Khalistani separatists in Canada. Also read: ‘It’ll cost you a lot’: Massive uproar as Canadian opposition leader snubs Diwali event MEA spokesperson said that a Canadian diplomat had been summoned and a diplomatic note was handed over, on Friday. "It was conveyed in the note that the Government of India protests in the strongest terms to the absurd and baseless references made to the Union Home Minister of India before the Committee by Deputy Minister David Morrison," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. Watch | India-Canada Diplomatic Showdown × "In fact, the revelation that high Canadian officials deliberately leak unfounded insinuations to the international media as part of a conscious strategy to discredit India and influence other nations only confirms the view that the government of India has long held about the current Canadian government's political agenda and behavioral pattern. Such irresponsible actions will have serious consequences for bilateral ties," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>BJP leader&nbsp;Mithun Chakraborty on Sunday (Oct 28) gave an incendiary speech amid the tense political atmosphere in the Indian state of West Bengal as he shared the stage with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.</p>

<p>The 74-year-old Chakraborty was speaking about the comment made by Trinamool Congress leader Humayun Kabir before Lok Sabha elections in which he had threatened the rival party workers and threatened BJP&nbsp;karyakartas (workers) to "chop them (up) and bury you in the ground".</p>

<p>Reacting to the comment, the actor-turned-political leader said, "A leader says there are 70 per cent Muslims and 30 per cent Hindus (and) that he will 'cut' and throw them in the Bhagirathi... I thought Chief Minister (Mamata Banerjee) would say something. She didn't... so now I am saying, we will chop them (up) and bury them in the ground."</p>

<p>"I am not the Chief Minister... but I am saying this. We will do anything to win the&nbsp;masnad&nbsp; (throne) of Bengal... it will belong to the BJP after the 2026 Assembly election," he added.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sweet-revenge-bjp-pokes-fun-at-rahul-gandhi-with-jalebi-gift-after-haryana-assembly-election-victory-765859">Sweet revenge! BJP pokes fun at Rahul Gandhi with jalebi gift after Haryana assembly election victory</a></p>

<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah was also attending the event and had felicitated the actor for winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award&nbsp;on October 8.</p>

<p>"I am saying it again and again... we will do anything (to win the 2026 election) ... anything. I am saying this with Home Minister Amit Shah<em>ji</em>&nbsp;sitting here - we will do anything," Chakraborty warned.</p>

<p>"I say we will cut you up and throw you, not in the Bhagirathi because that is our mother, but we will throw you in the ground. We will do anything... we will do anything", he said&nbsp;while adding&nbsp;that the state government has not been allowing the Hindu community to cast votes.</p>

<h2><strong>'Shoot me': Chakraborty challenges TMC</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking at one of the rallies, Chakraborty had said, "You are 30 per cent (of the people here) but we are 70 per cent... if you think you can demolish mosques and Muslims will sit back and relax... (you are wrong). I will leave politics if I don't drown you people in the Bhagirathi..."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India: BJP Accuses Kejriwal Of Extravagance&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>While speaking at a membership drive, the actor appealed to BJP supporters to join the party. "We want those people who will fight... who can stand up and say, 'Shoot me... let me see how many bullets you have'," he said, taking a swipe at the Trinamool over multiple incidents of pre- and post-poll violence in the state.&nbsp;"But we don't want those who join for money," he said.</p>

<p>"If you cut down one fruit from our trees... we will cut down four of yours," he added.</p>

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BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty on Sunday (Oct 28) gave an incendiary speech amid the tense political atmosphere in the Indian state of West Bengal as he shared the stage with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

BJP leader Mithun Chakraborty on Sunday (Oct 28) gave an incendiary speech amid the tense political atmosphere in the Indian state of West Bengal as he shared the stage with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The 74-year-old Chakraborty was speaking about the comment made by Trinamool Congress leader Humayun Kabir before Lok Sabha elections in which he had threatened the rival party workers and threatened BJP karyakartas (workers) to "chop them (up) and bury you in the ground". Reacting to the comment, the actor-turned-political leader said, "A leader says there are 70 per cent Muslims and 30 per cent Hindus (and) that he will 'cut' and throw them in the Bhagirathi... I thought Chief Minister (Mamata Banerjee) would say something. She didn't... so now I am saying, we will chop them (up) and bury them in the ground." "I am not the Chief Minister... but I am saying this. We will do anything to win the masnad (throne) of Bengal... it will belong to the BJP after the 2026 Assembly election," he added. Also Read: Sweet revenge! BJP pokes fun at Rahul Gandhi with jalebi gift after Haryana assembly election victory Union Home Minister Amit Shah was also attending the event and had felicitated the actor for winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award on October 8. "I am saying it again and again... we will do anything (to win the 2026 election) ... anything. I am saying this with Home Minister Amit Shahji sitting here - we will do anything," Chakraborty warned. "I say we will cut you up and throw you, not in the Bhagirathi because that is our mother, but we will throw you in the ground. We will do anything... we will do anything", he said while adding that the state government has not been allowing the Hindu community to cast votes. 'Shoot me': Chakraborty challenges TMC Speaking at one of the rallies, Chakraborty had said, "You are 30 per cent (of the people here) but we are 70 per cent... if you think you can demolish mosques and Muslims will sit back and relax... (you are wrong). I will leave politics if I don't drown you people in the Bhagirathi..." Watch: India: BJP Accuses Kejriwal Of Extravagance While speaking at a membership drive, the actor appealed to BJP supporters to join the party. "We want those people who will fight... who can stand up and say, 'Shoot me... let me see how many bullets you have'," he said, taking a swipe at the Trinamool over multiple incidents of pre- and post-poll violence in the state. "But we don't want those who join for money," he said. "If you cut down one fruit from our trees... we will cut down four of yours," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Will chop them up...,’ warns Mithun Chakraborty at Bengal rally in presence of Amit Shah

India's Home Minister Amit Shah has inaugurated a passenger and a cargo terminal at West Bengal's petrapole land port on sunday. The new terminals will serve as a major trading and cultural hub along the India-Bangladesh border. Watch to know more.

India-Bangladesh: New Passenger & Freight Terminal To Serve As Major Hub

<p>The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X&nbsp;and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In her post, the author expressed her love for India, saying that the Ministry of Home Affairs has not been extending her residence permit since July 2022.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>She later shared another post, thanking Amit Shah.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Who is Taslima Nasreen?</strong></h2>

<p>Exiled Bangladeshi author Nasreen has been living in exile since 1994, after she was forced to leave Bangladesh after a row over her book "Lajja".&nbsp;</p>

<p>She was later criticised by Islamist fundamentalists for her articles on communalism and women's equality in Bangladesh. Dhaka government also banned some of her books, including her breakthrough novel "Lajja" and her autobiography "Amar Meyebela".&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exiled-bangladeshi-author-taslima-nasreen-takes-a-dig-at-sheikh-hasinas-ouster-with-same-islamists-remark-747578"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen takes a dig at Sheikh Hasina's ouster with 'same Islamists' remark</strong></a></p>

<p>When she was forced to leave Bangladesh, she spent the next 10 years in exile in Sweden, Germany, France, and the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, between 2004 and 2007, she stayed in Kolkata. However, later, she had to leave the city following violent protests by radical Muslims demanding that she&nbsp;leave India.</p>

<p>Then, she shifted to Delhi for three months and later had to leave India in 2008 for the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, after a few years, she returned back to India.&nbsp;</p>

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The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI. This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years.

The Indian government has extended the residence permit of exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen on Tuesday (Oct 22), according to Indian news agency ANI. This comes a day after Nasreen took to the social media platform X and appealed to Home Minister Amit Shah to let her stay in the country, where she has been residing for the last 20 years. In her post, the author expressed her love for India, saying that the Ministry of Home Affairs has not been extending her residence permit since July 2022. .@AmitShah Dear AmitShahji 🙏Namaskar. I live in India because I love this great country. It has been my 2nd home for the last 20yrs. But MHA has not been extending my residence permit since July22. I'm so worried.I would be so grateful to you if you let me stay. Warm regards.🙏 — taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) October 21, 2024 × She later shared another post, thanking Amit Shah. . @AmitShah 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏A world of thanks. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 — taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) October 22, 2024 × Who is Taslima Nasreen? Exiled Bangladeshi author Nasreen has been living in exile since 1994, after she was forced to leave Bangladesh after a row over her book "Lajja". She was later criticised by Islamist fundamentalists for her articles on communalism and women's equality in Bangladesh. Dhaka government also banned some of her books, including her breakthrough novel "Lajja" and her autobiography "Amar Meyebela". Also read: Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen takes a dig at Sheikh Hasina's ouster with 'same Islamists' remark When she was forced to leave Bangladesh, she spent the next 10 years in exile in Sweden, Germany, France, and the US. Later, between 2004 and 2007, she stayed in Kolkata. However, later, she had to leave the city following violent protests by radical Muslims demanding that she leave India. Then, she shifted to Delhi for three months and later had to leave India in 2008 for the US. However, after a few years, she returned back to India. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the "involvement" of a prominent Congress leader&nbsp;Tushar Goel in the Rs 5,600 crore drug bust in north India is "extremely dangerous and shameful". Shah also said that everyone has seen the plight of the youth of Punjab, Haryana and the entire north India due to drugs during the Congress rule.</p>

<p>"While on one hand the Modi government is adopting a zero-tolerance policy for a 'drug-free India', the involvement of a prominent Congress leader in the Rs 5,600 crore drug consignment seized from north India is extremely dangerous and shameful," the minister wrote on X in Hindi.</p>

<p>He said that while the Modi government is taking the youth towards sports, education and innovation, the "Congress wants to take them into the dark world of drugs".</p>

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<p>"Our government is determined to make India a 'drug-free country' by destroying the entire drug network, without looking at the political position or stature of the drug dealers," he added.</p>

<p>In one of Delhi's biggest drug busts, police seized over 560 kilograms of cocaine and 40 kilograms of hydroponic marijuana estimated to be worth around Rs 5,620 crore earlier this week.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/teen-kills-delhi-doctor-brags-on-social-media-finally-committed-murder-in-2024-764479">Teen kills Delhi doctor, brags on social media: 'Finally committed murder in 2024'</a></strong></p>

<p>The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) said in a statement that Tushar Goel was expelled from the organisation on October 17, 2022, for anti-party activities soon after BJP spokesperson and MP Sudhanshu Trivedi charged the opposition party with having links with drug dealers.</p>

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the "involvement" of a prominent Congress leader Tushar Goel in the Rs 5,600 crore drug bust in north India is "extremely dangerous and shameful".

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the "involvement" of a prominent Congress leader Tushar Goel in the Rs 5,600 crore drug bust in north India is "extremely dangerous and shameful". Shah also said that everyone has seen the plight of the youth of Punjab, Haryana and the entire north India due to drugs during the Congress rule. "While on one hand the Modi government is adopting a zero-tolerance policy for a 'drug-free India', the involvement of a prominent Congress leader in the Rs 5,600 crore drug consignment seized from north India is extremely dangerous and shameful," the minister wrote on X in Hindi. He said that while the Modi government is taking the youth towards sports, education and innovation, the "Congress wants to take them into the dark world of drugs". Also Read: India's EAM Jaishankar to visit Pakistan to attend SCO Summit in October "Our government is determined to make India a 'drug-free country' by destroying the entire drug network, without looking at the political position or stature of the drug dealers," he added. In one of Delhi's biggest drug busts, police seized over 560 kilograms of cocaine and 40 kilograms of hydroponic marijuana estimated to be worth around Rs 5,620 crore earlier this week. Also Read: Teen kills Delhi doctor, brags on social media: 'Finally committed murder in 2024' The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) said in a statement that Tushar Goel was expelled from the organisation on October 17, 2022, for anti-party activities soon after BJP spokesperson and MP Sudhanshu Trivedi charged the opposition party with having links with drug dealers. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>A war of words has broken out between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in India and the opposition Congress party. The reason- a remark made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</p>

<p>On Sunday, Kharge felt unwell while addressing a public meeting in Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Jasrota. The Union Territory (UT) is currently witnessing elections with the third and final phase of voting on Tuesday. The results of the elections will be declared on October 8.</p>

<h2><strong>What did Kharge say?</strong></h2>

<p>During the public meeting in Jasrota on Sunday, Kharge&nbsp;vowed to fight for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting he would remain active in politics until Prime Minister Modi was ousted from power.</p>

<p>Kharge’s remarks came amid criticism of the BJP-led government at the Centre for its handling of the Valley, particularly regarding the delay of elections.</p>

<p>“We will fight to restore statehood. We are not going to leave it. I am 83 years old, I am not going to die so early. I will stay alive until PM Modi is removed from power. I will listen to you. I will fight for you,” the Congress president said&nbsp;after he was provided medical assistance.</p>

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<p>Kharge further alleged that the BJP was running J-K through a remote control.&nbsp;“These people never wanted to conduct elections. They only started preparing for elections after the Supreme Court’s order,”&nbsp; he said.</p>

<p>Condemning Modi's governance, Kharge said, "Modiji is shedding crocodile tears for the future of the youth in Jammu and Kashmir.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also accused the BJP&nbsp;of failing to restore statehood despite having the authority to do so and criticised the ruling party for allowing outsiders to dominate critical sectors such as mining and liquor contracts.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bjps-amit-shah-slams-congress-for-pakistan-zindabad-slogans-at-rallies-vows-to-straighten-waqf-board-law-762972">BJP's Amit Shah slams Congress for 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at rallies; vows to ‘straighten’ Waqf Board law</a></p>

<h2><strong>Amit Shah reacts to Kharge's remark on Modi</strong></h2>

<p>In a post on X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reacted to Kharge's remarks on Modi. "Yesterday, the Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge Ji has outperformed himself, his leaders and his party in being absolutely distasteful and disgraceful in his speech," Union Home Minister Shah said.</p>

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<p>"In a bitter display of spite, he unnecessarily dragged PM Modi into his personal health matters by saying that he would die only after removing PM Modi from power.&nbsp;It just shows how much hate and fear these Congress people have of PM Modi, that they are thinking of him constantly," Shah added.</p>

<p>He also pointed out that as for the health of Kharge, "Modi Ji prays, I pray and we all pray that he lives a long, healthy life. May he continue to live for many years and may he live to see the creation of a Viksit Bharat by 2047."</p>

<p>Echoing Shah's remarks, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "The leadership of Congress never loses any opportunity to display their hate towards PM Modi. This speech of Mallikarjun Kharge is one such instance. We join in praying for the long life of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. We wish he lives to see Viksit Bharat 2047."</p>

<h2><strong>Congress hits back at Shah: Don't hate Modi but...</strong></h2>

<p>Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera reacted to Amit Shah's post on X. Speaking to the news agency ANI, Khera said, "When will BJP understand that Congress does not hate PM Modi but loves the country? That's why we want the nation to be free from PM Modi and his ideology. Around 67% of the country also wants the same who did not vote in favour of him..."</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said that Shah should focus on his work and also on the state of Manipur.</p>

<p>"It is in Rahul Gandhi's blood to sacrifice his life for the country. Amit Shah should tell us why the farmers in India are in debt. Why is the Swaminathan Report not being implemented?...," Madhya Pradesh Congress President Jitu Patwari told the news agency.</p>

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A war of words has broken out between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in India and the opposition Congress party. The reason- a remark made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

A war of words has broken out between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in India and the opposition Congress party. The reason- a remark made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On Sunday, Kharge felt unwell while addressing a public meeting in Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Jasrota. The Union Territory (UT) is currently witnessing elections with the third and final phase of voting on Tuesday. The results of the elections will be declared on October 8. What did Kharge say? During the public meeting in Jasrota on Sunday, Kharge vowed to fight for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting he would remain active in politics until Prime Minister Modi was ousted from power. Kharge’s remarks came amid criticism of the BJP-led government at the Centre for its handling of the Valley, particularly regarding the delay of elections. “We will fight to restore statehood. We are not going to leave it. I am 83 years old, I am not going to die so early. I will stay alive until PM Modi is removed from power. I will listen to you. I will fight for you,” the Congress president said after he was provided medical assistance. Congress President Sri @kharge felt slightly unwell while addressing a public meeting in Jasrota, Jammu & Kashmir. He has been checked upon by his medical team and apart from slightly low blood pressure, he is doing well. Extremely grateful for everyone's concern. His… — Priyank Kharge / ಪ್ರಿಯಾಂಕ್ ಖರ್ಗೆ (@PriyankKharge) September 29, 2024 × Kharge further alleged that the BJP was running J-K through a remote control. “These people never wanted to conduct elections. They only started preparing for elections after the Supreme Court’s order,” he said. Condemning Modi's governance, Kharge said, "Modiji is shedding crocodile tears for the future of the youth in Jammu and Kashmir.” He also accused the BJP of failing to restore statehood despite having the authority to do so and criticised the ruling party for allowing outsiders to dominate critical sectors such as mining and liquor contracts. Also read: BJP's Amit Shah slams Congress for 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at rallies; vows to ‘straighten’ Waqf Board law Amit Shah reacts to Kharge's remark on Modi In a post on X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reacted to Kharge's remarks on Modi. "Yesterday, the Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge Ji has outperformed himself, his leaders and his party in being absolutely distasteful and disgraceful in his speech," Union Home Minister Shah said. Yesterday, the Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge Ji has outperformed himself, his leaders and his party in being absolutely distasteful and disgraceful in his speech. In a bitter display of spite, he unnecessarily dragged PM Modi into his personal health matters by… — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 30, 2024 × "In a bitter display of spite, he unnecessarily dragged PM Modi into his personal health matters by saying that he would die only after removing PM Modi from power. It just shows how much hate and fear these Congress people have of PM Modi, that they are thinking of him constantly," Shah added. He also pointed out that as for the health of Kharge, "Modi Ji prays, I pray and we all pray that he lives a long, healthy life. May he continue to live for many years and may he live to see the creation of a Viksit Bharat by 2047." Echoing Shah's remarks, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, "The leadership of Congress never loses any opportunity to display their hate towards PM Modi. This speech of Mallikarjun Kharge is one such instance. We join in praying for the long life of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. We wish he lives to see Viksit Bharat 2047." Congress hits back at Shah: Don't hate Modi but... Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera reacted to Amit Shah's post on X. Speaking to the news agency ANI, Khera said, "When will BJP understand that Congress does not hate PM Modi but loves the country? That's why we want the nation to be free from PM Modi and his ideology. Around 67% of the country also wants the same who did not vote in favour of him..." #WATCH | Delhi | Over party President Mallikarjun Kharge's remark on PM Modi in a rally and Union Home Miniter's reaction on it, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says, "...Kharge ji will return to election campaigning after he fell slightly ill...The Home Minister should focus on… pic.twitter.com/v8HW8j4Bp1 — ANI (@ANI) September 30, 2024 × Meanwhile, senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh said that Shah should focus on his work and also on the state of Manipur. "It is in Rahul Gandhi's blood to sacrifice his life for the country. Amit Shah should tell us why the farmers in India are in debt. Why is the Swaminathan Report not being implemented?...," Madhya Pradesh Congress President Jitu Patwari told the news agency. (With inputs from agencies)

War of words between BJP and Congress over Kharge's 'will stay alive until Indian PM Modi is ousted' remark

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<p>India's Home Minister and&nbsp;Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)&nbsp;leader Amit Shah on Sunday (Sep&nbsp;29) accused the Congress party of allowing 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at its rallies in the poll-bound state of Haryana. Speaking at a rally in Badshahpur, Shah also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'lying' about the Agniveer scheme.</p>

<p>"I am seeing a new trend in Haryana. From Hathin to Thanesar and from Thansesar to Palwal, slogans of 'Pakistan Zindabad' are being raised on Congress stages. I want to ask Rahul Gandhi that when the leaders and workers of your party are raising the slogans of 'Pakistan Zindabad', why are you quiet? The Congress is blinded by appeasement," Shah said.</p>

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<p>He also slammed Rahul Gandhi for the Congress'&nbsp;promise to reinstate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, which was revoked by the BJP government.</p>

<p>"Is Kashmir ours or not? Should Article 370 have been removed or not? Congress and Rahul Baba say that they will bring Article 370 back. Even the three generations of Rahul Gandhi cannot bring Article 370 back... The youth of Haryana have made a lot of sacrifices to protect Kashmir and we will not let that go in vain," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>'Will make Waqf Board law straight': Amit Shah</strong></h2>

<p>Shah further promised that the government would introduce the Waqf Amendment Bill during the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. "The Waqf Board law is causing a lot of problems, isn't it? We will improve and make it straight in this winter session," the BJP leader&nbsp;stated.</p>

<h2><strong>Amit Shah calls LoP Rahul Gandhi 'machine of speaking lies'</strong></h2>

<p>During the same rally, Shah also accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading misinformation about the Agniveer scheme. "Congress’ Rahul Baba is a machine of speaking lies. He says that the Agniveer scheme has been brought because the government does not want to give them a job with a pension," the BJP&nbsp;said.</p>

<p>“Agniveer scheme has only been made to keep our army young. I want to ask you to not hesitate before sending your sons to the army. Every Agniveer will get a job with a pension. After 5 years there will be no Agniveer without a job with a pension. No one needs to worry about it,” Shah added.</p>

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<p>Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha and a vocal critic of the Agniveer scheme, had previously said he would scrap it if the opposition INDIA bloc came to power. He has argued that the scheme neglected the welfare of Indian soldiers.</p>

<p>"Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced India’s Jawans to mere laborers with his Agniveer scheme. The Army does not endorse this scheme; it is a creation of the Prime Minister’s Office. Once the Congress forms the government at the Centre, we will discard this scheme," the LoP&nbsp;had said at the time.</p>

<p>Haryana is scheduled to hold elections on October 5, with results to be announced on October 8.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's Home Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Shah on Sunday (Sep 29) accused the Congress party of allowing 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at its rallies in the poll-bound state of Haryana.

India's Home Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Amit Shah on Sunday (Sep 29) accused the Congress party of allowing 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at its rallies in the poll-bound state of Haryana. Speaking at a rally in Badshahpur, Shah also criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'lying' about the Agniveer scheme. "I am seeing a new trend in Haryana. From Hathin to Thanesar and from Thansesar to Palwal, slogans of 'Pakistan Zindabad' are being raised on Congress stages. I want to ask Rahul Gandhi that when the leaders and workers of your party are raising the slogans of 'Pakistan Zindabad', why are you quiet? The Congress is blinded by appeasement," Shah said. Also read: Congress demands 'guilty' FM Sitharaman’s resignation over electoral bonds case He also slammed Rahul Gandhi for the Congress' promise to reinstate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, which was revoked by the BJP government. "Is Kashmir ours or not? Should Article 370 have been removed or not? Congress and Rahul Baba say that they will bring Article 370 back. Even the three generations of Rahul Gandhi cannot bring Article 370 back... The youth of Haryana have made a lot of sacrifices to protect Kashmir and we will not let that go in vain," he added. 'Will make Waqf Board law straight': Amit Shah Shah further promised that the government would introduce the Waqf Amendment Bill during the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament. "The Waqf Board law is causing a lot of problems, isn't it? We will improve and make it straight in this winter session," the BJP leader stated. Amit Shah calls LoP Rahul Gandhi 'machine of speaking lies' During the same rally, Shah also accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading misinformation about the Agniveer scheme. "Congress’ Rahul Baba is a machine of speaking lies. He says that the Agniveer scheme has been brought because the government does not want to give them a job with a pension," the BJP said. “Agniveer scheme has only been made to keep our army young. I want to ask you to not hesitate before sending your sons to the army. Every Agniveer will get a job with a pension. After 5 years there will be no Agniveer without a job with a pension. No one needs to worry about it,” Shah added. Also read: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin’s son Udhayanidhi elevated as state’s Deputy CM; four ministers take oath Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha and a vocal critic of the Agniveer scheme, had previously said he would scrap it if the opposition INDIA bloc came to power. He has argued that the scheme neglected the welfare of Indian soldiers. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced India’s Jawans to mere laborers with his Agniveer scheme. The Army does not endorse this scheme; it is a creation of the Prime Minister’s Office. Once the Congress forms the government at the Centre, we will discard this scheme," the LoP had said at the time. Haryana is scheduled to hold elections on October 5, with results to be announced on October 8. (With inputs from agencies)

BJP's Amit Shah slams Congress for 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans at rallies; vows to ‘straighten’ Waqf Board law

<p>India’s Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday (Sep 26) took on the alliance of Congress and National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir and dared them to restore Article 370 in the Union Territory. Shah said that “neither them nor three generations of their family” will be able to restore the scrapped special status of the region. He also accused the alliance of sympathising with terrorism and held them responsible for the deaths of over 40,000 people in the UT.</p>

<p>Shah was addressing a public gathering in Chenani, a town and tehsil in Udhampur district, ahead of the third and final phase of the ongoing assembly polls on October 1.</p>

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<p>"You will all vote not just for Chenani but make a decision for the entire Jammu and Kashmir. After independence, it is for the first time that an election is held here where there is no Article 370 or a separate flag...National Conference and Rahul Baba say that we will bring back Article 370, but I want to tell them that neither you nor the three generations of yours will be able to bring back Article 370," the home minister said.</p>

<p>He also took aim at the three political families of Jammu and Kashmir—“Gandhis”, “Muftis” and “Abdhullas.”</p>

<p>"The three families have given tickets to their own people and made only 87 MLAs. But we made more than 30,000 Panch, Sarpanch and Tehsil Panchayats... The river of corruption that they started was cleaned by Prime Minister Modi from the bottom," Shah added.</p>

<p>"The world is closely watching the Jammu and Kashmir elections, where two vastly different visions are at play. On one hand, the NC, Congress, and PDP parties, perpetuating terrorism in the region for around 40 years, are eyeing for power. On the other hand, the BJP, committed to rooting out terrorism entirely, offers an absolutely contrasting picture," the Bharatiya Janata Party leader said.</p>

<p>Shah’s remarks came a day after the second phase of polling in the UT. Assembly polls are being held in the Jammu and Kashmir after a decade and for the first time after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. Ahead of the polls, Congress and National Conference entered into a seat-sharing agreement, where the former is contesting 32 seats and the latter 51.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India’s Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday (Sep 26) took on the alliance of Congress and National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir and dared them to restore Article 370 in the Union Territory.

India’s Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday (Sep 26) took on the alliance of Congress and National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir and dared them to restore Article 370 in the Union Territory. Shah said that “neither them nor three generations of their family” will be able to restore the scrapped special status of the region. He also accused the alliance of sympathising with terrorism and held them responsible for the deaths of over 40,000 people in the UT. Shah was addressing a public gathering in Chenani, a town and tehsil in Udhampur district, ahead of the third and final phase of the ongoing assembly polls on October 1. Also read: 'Article 370 will never return': Amit Shah says as BJP launches its manifesto for J-K polls "You will all vote not just for Chenani but make a decision for the entire Jammu and Kashmir. After independence, it is for the first time that an election is held here where there is no Article 370 or a separate flag...National Conference and Rahul Baba say that we will bring back Article 370, but I want to tell them that neither you nor the three generations of yours will be able to bring back Article 370," the home minister said. He also took aim at the three political families of Jammu and Kashmir—“Gandhis”, “Muftis” and “Abdhullas.” "The three families have given tickets to their own people and made only 87 MLAs. But we made more than 30,000 Panch, Sarpanch and Tehsil Panchayats... The river of corruption that they started was cleaned by Prime Minister Modi from the bottom," Shah added. "The world is closely watching the Jammu and Kashmir elections, where two vastly different visions are at play. On one hand, the NC, Congress, and PDP parties, perpetuating terrorism in the region for around 40 years, are eyeing for power. On the other hand, the BJP, committed to rooting out terrorism entirely, offers an absolutely contrasting picture," the Bharatiya Janata Party leader said. Shah’s remarks came a day after the second phase of polling in the UT. Assembly polls are being held in the Jammu and Kashmir after a decade and for the first time after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. Ahead of the polls, Congress and National Conference entered into a seat-sharing agreement, where the former is contesting 32 seats and the latter 51. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Your three generations...,’ India’s home minister dares rivals to restore Article 370 in Jammu-Kashmir

<p>Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif has said that Prime&nbsp; Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government was on the same page&nbsp;with the poll alliance of&nbsp;Congress and National Conference in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the issue of restoration of Article 370.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Asif claimed there was a high chance that the coalition comes to power as the elections kicked off in the UT on Wednesday (Sep 18).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They (the alliance) have made it an election issue. Pakistan and the National Conference-Congress alliance are on the same page in Jammu and Kashmir to restore Article 370 and 35A," Asif said in an interview with <em>Geo News.&nbsp;</em></p>

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<p>Led by the father-son duo of Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, NC has vowed to restore Article 370 while Congress has remained mum on the issue - not even mentioning it in its manifesto. However, since the grand old party has forged a coalition with NC, many believe that the party had given its tacit support to the revocation of Article 370 if elected to power.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Amit Shah slams Congress-NC, Pak defence minister&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Asif's comments instantly drew the ire of Indian Union Home Minister Amit Shah who trained guns on the Congress-NC alliance and called them out for carrying out Pakistan's bidding.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Pakistan’s defence minister’s statement about Congress and JKNC’s support on Article 370 and 35A has once again exposed Congress. This statement has once again made it clear that Congress and Pakistan have the same intentions and agenda," said Shah on X (formerly Twitter).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"For the last few years, Rahul Gandhi has been standing with every anti-India force, hurting the sentiments of the countrymen," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While BJP has been adamant on maintaining the status quo, the revocation of Article and bifurcation of the erstwhile state into two Union Territories has remained a prominent poll issue for NC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from NC,&nbsp;Mehbooba Mufti's PDP has also promised to roll back the clock on the issue if it is voted to power.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif has said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government was on the same page with the poll alliance of Congress and National Conference in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the issue of restoration of Article 370.

Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif has said that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government was on the same page with the poll alliance of Congress and National Conference in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the issue of restoration of Article 370. Asif claimed there was a high chance that the coalition comes to power as the elections kicked off in the UT on Wednesday (Sep 18). "They (the alliance) have made it an election issue. Pakistan and the National Conference-Congress alliance are on the same page in Jammu and Kashmir to restore Article 370 and 35A," Asif said in an interview with Geo News. #BREAKING: Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Hamid Mir’s Capital Talk on Geo News says, “Pakistan and National Conference-Congress alliance are on the same page in Jammu & Kashmir to restore Article 370 and 35A”. Big statement amid assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir. pic.twitter.com/vxEVFZI0BK — Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) September 19, 2024 × Led by the father-son duo of Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, NC has vowed to restore Article 370 while Congress has remained mum on the issue - not even mentioning it in its manifesto. However, since the grand old party has forged a coalition with NC, many believe that the party had given its tacit support to the revocation of Article 370 if elected to power. Watch | Explained: Kashmir question & Article 370 | Story from Kashmir accession to Parliament's integration × Amit Shah slams Congress-NC, Pak defence minister Asif's comments instantly drew the ire of Indian Union Home Minister Amit Shah who trained guns on the Congress-NC alliance and called them out for carrying out Pakistan's bidding. “Pakistan’s defence minister’s statement about Congress and JKNC’s support on Article 370 and 35A has once again exposed Congress. This statement has once again made it clear that Congress and Pakistan have the same intentions and agenda," said Shah on X (formerly Twitter). "For the last few years, Rahul Gandhi has been standing with every anti-India force, hurting the sentiments of the countrymen," he added. पाकिस्तान के रक्षा मंत्री का आर्टिकल 370 और 35A पर कांग्रेस और JKNC के समर्थन की बात ने एक बार फिर कांग्रेस को एक्सपोज कर दिया है। इस बयान ने पुनः यह स्पष्ट कर दिया है कि कांग्रेस और पाकिस्तान के इरादे भी एक हैं और एजेंडा भी। पिछले कुछ वर्षों से राहुल गाँधी देशवासियों की भावनाओं… — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 19, 2024 × Also read | Modi rally in J-K: Indian PM says three families gave only fear, anarchy to Valley While BJP has been adamant on maintaining the status quo, the revocation of Article and bifurcation of the erstwhile state into two Union Territories has remained a prominent poll issue for NC. Apart from NC, Mehbooba Mufti's PDP has also promised to roll back the clock on the issue if it is voted to power. (With inputs from agencies)

J&K polls: Pakistan and Congress-NC have same agenda on Article 370, says Indian Home Minister Amit Shah

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<p>Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the BJP-led NDA government will implement the 'One Nation, One Election' policy in its current tenure.</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference here to mark the 100 days of the third consecutive term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shah said, "We plan to implement'One Nation, One Election'&nbsp;in the present tenure of this government."</p>

<p>Shah was flanked by Minister of&nbsp;Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw at the press conference.</p>

<p>In his Independence Day address last month, the prime minister had made a strong pitch for 'One Nation, One Election', contending that frequent polls were creating hurdles in the country's progress.</p>

<p>"The nation has to come forward for 'One Nation, One Election'," Modi had said in his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort.</p>

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<p>'One Nation, One Election'&nbsp;was&nbsp;one of the key promises made by the BJP in its manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>A high-level panel headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind had in March this year recommended simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step, followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days.</p>

<p>Separately, the Law Commission is likely to recommend holding simultaneous polls for all three tiers of government -- Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies like municipalities and panchayats –&nbsp;starting in 2029 and a provision for a unity government in cases such as a hung house or when a no-confidence motion is passed.</p>

<p>The Ram Nath Kovind-led committee has not specified any period for rolling out simultaneous polls.</p>

<p>It has proposed creation of an 'Implementation Group' to look into the execution of the panel's recommendations.</p>

<p>The panel recommended as many as 18 constitutional amendments, most of which will not need ratification by the state assemblies.</p>

<p>However, these would require certain Constitution amendment bills that would need to be passed by the Parliament.</p>

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Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the BJP-led NDA government will implement the 'One Nation, One Election' policy in its current tenure. Addressing a press conference here to mark the 100 days of the third consecutive term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shah said, "We plan to implement'One Nation, One Election' in the present tenure of this government.

Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday that the BJP-led NDA government will implement the 'One Nation, One Election' policy in its current tenure. Addressing a press conference here to mark the 100 days of the third consecutive term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shah said, "We plan to implement'One Nation, One Election' in the present tenure of this government." Shah was flanked by Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw at the press conference. In his Independence Day address last month, the prime minister had made a strong pitch for 'One Nation, One Election', contending that frequent polls were creating hurdles in the country's progress. "The nation has to come forward for 'One Nation, One Election'," Modi had said in his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort. Also read: Arvind Kejriwal resigns as Delhi CM, Atishi stakes claim to form government 'One Nation, One Election' was one of the key promises made by the BJP in its manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections. A high-level panel headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind had in March this year recommended simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step, followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days. Separately, the Law Commission is likely to recommend holding simultaneous polls for all three tiers of government -- Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies like municipalities and panchayats – starting in 2029 and a provision for a unity government in cases such as a hung house or when a no-confidence motion is passed. The Ram Nath Kovind-led committee has not specified any period for rolling out simultaneous polls. It has proposed creation of an 'Implementation Group' to look into the execution of the panel's recommendations. The panel recommended as many as 18 constitutional amendments, most of which will not need ratification by the state assemblies. However, these would require certain Constitution amendment bills that would need to be passed by the Parliament. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Amit Shah promises ‘One Nation, One Election’ in NDA’s present term as Modi 3.0 marks 100 days

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<p>On the 100th day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the country is witnessing political stability and a spine in its foreign policy for the first time in 60 years. He said this while addressing a press conference on the first 100 days of the third term of the PM Modi government.</p>

<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "After dedicating 10 years to the development, security and welfare of the poor in India, the people of India gave a mandate to the BJP and its alliance parties... This happened for the first time in the last 60 years. This has brought an environment of political stability in the country. We have seen the execution of policies."</p>

<p>"For the first time after independence, the world saw a government that India had a spine in its foreign policy... 60 crores of Indians got houses, toilets, gas, drinking water, electricity, 5 kg free ration and health services up to 5 lakhs... Our goal is that when we go into the elections the next time, there would be no one who does not own a house," the Home Minister added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amit Shah also criticised the previous Congress government, saying, "For the first time after independence, the world saw a government that India had a spine in its foreign policy." Shah also said that in the last 10 years, the Modi government has successfully built a strong India by enhancing internal and external security.</p>

<p>"In the last 10 years, the Modi government has been successful in establishing a strong India by strengthening internal and external security... PM Modi brought the New Education Policy, which includes our ancient education system and modern education, which also honours our regional languages," he said.</p>

<p>Union Home Minister Shah said that since the launch of 'Make in India', India has become the most preferred manufacturing hub in the world.</p>

<p>"When 'Make in India' was launched, many mocked it, but today I proudly say that India has become the world's most preferred manufacturing hub," he said.</p>

<p>He also said that India has become a global production hub and many countries of the world want to understand our Digital India campaign and make it the basis of their development.</p>

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<p>"I can say with pride that India has become a centre of production in the world... Many countries of the world want to understand our Digital India campaign and make it a basis of their development... We brought discipline and progressed in all the 13 parameters of the economy. The world is acknowledging that India has a bright future in the space sector," he said.</p>

<p>Shah announced that BJP workers will be deployed across the country from September 17 to October 2 to serve the needy to commemorate Prime Minister Modi's 74th birthday.</p>

<p>"Many institutions in the country have decided to celebrate PM Modi's birthday as 'Sewa Pakhwada.' From September 17 to October 2, our party workers will help the needy... PM Modi was born into a poor family and he became the PM of the world's largest democracy... 15 different nations gave their highest honour to him... 140 crore Indians are praying for his long life today," he said.</p>

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On the 100th day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the country is witnessing political stability and a spine in its foreign policy for the first time in 60 years.

On the 100th day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the country is witnessing political stability and a spine in its foreign policy for the first time in 60 years. He said this while addressing a press conference on the first 100 days of the third term of the PM Modi government. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, "After dedicating 10 years to the development, security and welfare of the poor in India, the people of India gave a mandate to the BJP and its alliance parties... This happened for the first time in the last 60 years. This has brought an environment of political stability in the country. We have seen the execution of policies." "For the first time after independence, the world saw a government that India had a spine in its foreign policy... 60 crores of Indians got houses, toilets, gas, drinking water, electricity, 5 kg free ration and health services up to 5 lakhs... Our goal is that when we go into the elections the next time, there would be no one who does not own a house," the Home Minister added. Amit Shah also criticised the previous Congress government, saying, "For the first time after independence, the world saw a government that India had a spine in its foreign policy." Shah also said that in the last 10 years, the Modi government has successfully built a strong India by enhancing internal and external security. "In the last 10 years, the Modi government has been successful in establishing a strong India by strengthening internal and external security... PM Modi brought the New Education Policy, which includes our ancient education system and modern education, which also honours our regional languages," he said. Union Home Minister Shah said that since the launch of 'Make in India', India has become the most preferred manufacturing hub in the world. "When 'Make in India' was launched, many mocked it, but today I proudly say that India has become the world's most preferred manufacturing hub," he said. He also said that India has become a global production hub and many countries of the world want to understand our Digital India campaign and make it the basis of their development. Also read: India: SC freezes 'bulldozer justice'; no demolitions without approval until October 1 "I can say with pride that India has become a centre of production in the world... Many countries of the world want to understand our Digital India campaign and make it a basis of their development... We brought discipline and progressed in all the 13 parameters of the economy. The world is acknowledging that India has a bright future in the space sector," he said. Shah announced that BJP workers will be deployed across the country from September 17 to October 2 to serve the needy to commemorate Prime Minister Modi's 74th birthday. "Many institutions in the country have decided to celebrate PM Modi's birthday as 'Sewa Pakhwada.' From September 17 to October 2, our party workers will help the needy... PM Modi was born into a poor family and he became the PM of the world's largest democracy... 15 different nations gave their highest honour to him... 140 crore Indians are praying for his long life today," he said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

India saw 60 years of change in first 100 days of Modi 3.0, says Amit Shah

<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Saturday (Sep 7) held a public meeting in Jammu in preparation for the upcoming elections in the Indian Union Territory&nbsp;of Jammu and Kashmir. During his speech, he took a shot&nbsp;at Congress and the National Conference (NC) for allegedly misleading the public about restoring the&nbsp;statehood of the region.</p>

<p>“The Congress and NC are saying that they will restore statehood. Tell me, who can give it (statehood)? Only the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi can. So stop fooling the people. We have said that at an appropriate time after the election, we will give statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. We have said this in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi should stop misleading the people,” Shah said.</p>

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<p>Referring to the calls by Leader of the Opposition&nbsp;Rahul Gandhi and the National Conference for the restoration of statehood, Shah questioned how they planned to achieve it. He said, "I want to ask Rahul Baba and Abdullah sahab, how will you restore statehood? Stop misleading the people of Jammu and Kashmir... this can only be done by the Union government and PM Modi."</p>

<p>Shah also accused opposition parties of exploiting the former state. Speaking at a gathering of BJP supporters in Palauru, Jammu, Shah brought up the scrapping of Article 370, which had granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. He said that this election would mark the first time voters in the region would be voting under one national flag and one Constitution.</p>

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<p>"They (opposition parties) say they want to talk to Pakistan. Let me tell you, until there is peace, there will be no talks with Pakistan... Three families - Congress, the National Conference's Abdullah family and PDP's Mufti family - want to take Jammu and Kashmir back to the age of corruption. They say they will bring back the old arrangement... They speak of bringing back autonomy, let me state categorically that no power can talk of autonomy in Jammu and Kashmir," Shah said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I want to tell you (Gandhi), no matter how much effort you put in, we will not let the reservation of Gujjars, Bakarwal, Paharis, and Dalits, be touched. There will be no talks with Pakistan,” Shah said.</p>

<p>The Jammu and Kashmir flag lost its official standing after Prime Minister Narendra&nbsp;Modi's government removed Article 370 from the Indian Constitution in August 2019.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir's assembly election, the first since December 2014, is scheduled for September 18, 25, and October 1.&nbsp;The results will be announced&nbsp;on October 8.</p>

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Saturday (Sep 7) held a public meeting in Jammu in preparation for the upcoming elections in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Saturday (Sep 7) held a public meeting in Jammu in preparation for the upcoming elections in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. During his speech, he took a shot at Congress and the National Conference (NC) for allegedly misleading the public about restoring the statehood of the region. “The Congress and NC are saying that they will restore statehood. Tell me, who can give it (statehood)? Only the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi can. So stop fooling the people. We have said that at an appropriate time after the election, we will give statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. We have said this in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi should stop misleading the people,” Shah said. Also read: Pakistani Army officially accepts role in 1999 Kargil War Referring to the calls by Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the National Conference for the restoration of statehood, Shah questioned how they planned to achieve it. He said, "I want to ask Rahul Baba and Abdullah sahab, how will you restore statehood? Stop misleading the people of Jammu and Kashmir... this can only be done by the Union government and PM Modi." Shah also accused opposition parties of exploiting the former state. Speaking at a gathering of BJP supporters in Palauru, Jammu, Shah brought up the scrapping of Article 370, which had granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. He said that this election would mark the first time voters in the region would be voting under one national flag and one Constitution. #WATCH | Jammu: Union Home Minister Amit Shah says, "It is a coincidence that the first election rally of BJP is starting on the day of Ganesh Chaturthi... The upcoming elections are historic elections. For the first time since the country's independence, the voters of Jammu and… pic.twitter.com/zRHWYaSg6P — ANI (@ANI) September 7, 2024 × "They (opposition parties) say they want to talk to Pakistan. Let me tell you, until there is peace, there will be no talks with Pakistan... Three families - Congress, the National Conference's Abdullah family and PDP's Mufti family - want to take Jammu and Kashmir back to the age of corruption. They say they will bring back the old arrangement... They speak of bringing back autonomy, let me state categorically that no power can talk of autonomy in Jammu and Kashmir," Shah said. “I want to tell you (Gandhi), no matter how much effort you put in, we will not let the reservation of Gujjars, Bakarwal, Paharis, and Dalits, be touched. There will be no talks with Pakistan,” Shah said. The Jammu and Kashmir flag lost its official standing after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government removed Article 370 from the Indian Constitution in August 2019. Jammu and Kashmir's assembly election, the first since December 2014, is scheduled for September 18, 25, and October 1. The results will be announced on October 8. (With inputs from agencies)

J&K polls: Amit Shah slams Congress for ‘misleading’ people about 'restoring statehood'

<p>Union Minister Amit Shah on Friday released the Bhartiya Janata Party's manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. He stated that Article 370 is a thing of the past and will never return again.</p>

<p>"Now Article 370 has become a thing of the past, it is not a part of the constitution. I have read the agenda of NC and seen the silent support of NC, but I want to make it clear, that article 370 is a thing of past and it'll never return again, we will not let that happen. Article 370 was the thing that gave weapons and stones in the hands of the youth It's the spirit of separatism that used to force youth towards terrorism," Amit Shah added.</p>

<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party, in its manifesto, mentioned the abrogation of Article 370 as one of the major achievements of the Narendra Modi government.</p>

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<p>Amit Shah further emphasised that Jammu and Kashmir have always been part of India and that the government is focused on fighting terrorism and separatism.</p>

<p>"Our party believes that J&amp;K has always been part of India and it will remain so. Till 2014, J&amp;K always remain in the shadow of separatism and terrorism. Different state and non-state actors kept the state unstable. All the govt dealt with the state with a policy of appeasement. Whenever the history of J&amp;K will be written, these ten years after 2014 will be marked as a golden period for the state." Amit Shah said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BJP made 25 promises in its manifesto for the UT, primarily focusing on wiping out terrorism and separatism from Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>BJP focused on women-led development in Jammu and Kashmir. It promised to Implement 'Maa Samman Yojana' to provide $214 (Rs 18,000) per year to the senior most woman in every household in Jammu &amp; Kashmir. It also promised to provide assistance through the state government for Women SHGs on the issue of interest on bank loans.</p>

<p>"We have decided that we will bring 'Ma Samman Yojana' to give $214 to the eldest lady of every family, each year... We will give two free cylinders under the Ujjwala scheme, per year," Amit Shah said.</p>

<p>Catering to the youth, the manifesto mentioned that the government will create half a million employment opportunities in Jammu &amp; Kashmir through Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Rozgar Yojana (PPNDRY).</p>

<p>BJP also said that it will provide $35 yearly through DBT as a travel allowance to college students under the 'Pragati Shiksha Yojana'."Under Pragati Shiksha Yojana, we will provide $35 to college students per year, as a travelling allowance, " Amit Shah said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Jammu-Kashmir: Indian army launches operation Kothi</strong></p>

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<p>BJP promised to distribute laptops and reimbursement of coaching fees to the tune of $119 for 2 years and travel costs to examination centres for students preparing for competitive exams like JKPSC and UPSC.</p>

<p>BJP's manifesto also mentioned a rehabilitation scheme for Kashmiri Pandits. "The scheme will be very detailed. We will look for complete rehabilitation. Many Kashmiri Pandits and people from the Sikh community who left when the terrorism was at its peak were forced to sell their properties. We have already started working in this regard - either returning their properties or providing the amount for their properties. We are towards the completion of rehabilitation of 6,000 people," Amit Shah said about the scheme.</p>

<p>Amit Shah further mentioned that BJP will provide $119 under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, comprising the existing $71 along with an additional USD 47.</p>

<p>The manifesto also mentioned reduced electricity tariffs, lowered by up to 50 per cent, for agricultural activities, making it more affordable for farmers to operate irrigation pumps and other machineryAmit Shah further informed that they will give a 20 per cent quota to Agniveers in J&amp;K government jobs and police recruitment, and will follow the Jammu-Kashmir reservation policy without affecting the general quota.</p>

<p>Amit Shah also assured that they are determined to build 10,000 km of new rural roads. He also mentioned to expedite the metro services in Jammu and Srinagar.</p>

<p>Amit Shah also said that the BJP will undertake the reconstruction of Hindu temples and shrines under the Rishi Kashyapa Pilgrimage Rejuvenation Drive. "We will restore 100 ruined temples." Amit Shah said.&nbsp;</p>

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Union Minister Amit Shah on Friday released the Bhartiya Janata Party's manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. He stated that Article 370 is a thing of the past and will never return again.

Union Minister Amit Shah on Friday released the Bhartiya Janata Party's manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. He stated that Article 370 is a thing of the past and will never return again. "Now Article 370 has become a thing of the past, it is not a part of the constitution. I have read the agenda of NC and seen the silent support of NC, but I want to make it clear, that article 370 is a thing of past and it'll never return again, we will not let that happen. Article 370 was the thing that gave weapons and stones in the hands of the youth It's the spirit of separatism that used to force youth towards terrorism," Amit Shah added. The Bharatiya Janata Party, in its manifesto, mentioned the abrogation of Article 370 as one of the major achievements of the Narendra Modi government. Also read: Political arena in Jammu & Kashmir abuzz after announcement of assembly elections Amit Shah further emphasised that Jammu and Kashmir have always been part of India and that the government is focused on fighting terrorism and separatism. "Our party believes that J&K has always been part of India and it will remain so. Till 2014, J&K always remain in the shadow of separatism and terrorism. Different state and non-state actors kept the state unstable. All the govt dealt with the state with a policy of appeasement. Whenever the history of J&K will be written, these ten years after 2014 will be marked as a golden period for the state." Amit Shah said. BJP made 25 promises in its manifesto for the UT, primarily focusing on wiping out terrorism and separatism from Jammu and Kashmir. BJP focused on women-led development in Jammu and Kashmir. It promised to Implement 'Maa Samman Yojana' to provide $214 (Rs 18,000) per year to the senior most woman in every household in Jammu & Kashmir. It also promised to provide assistance through the state government for Women SHGs on the issue of interest on bank loans. "We have decided that we will bring 'Ma Samman Yojana' to give $214 to the eldest lady of every family, each year... We will give two free cylinders under the Ujjwala scheme, per year," Amit Shah said. Catering to the youth, the manifesto mentioned that the government will create half a million employment opportunities in Jammu & Kashmir through Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Rozgar Yojana (PPNDRY). BJP also said that it will provide $35 yearly through DBT as a travel allowance to college students under the 'Pragati Shiksha Yojana'."Under Pragati Shiksha Yojana, we will provide $35 to college students per year, as a travelling allowance, " Amit Shah said. Watch | Jammu-Kashmir: Indian army launches operation Kothi × BJP promised to distribute laptops and reimbursement of coaching fees to the tune of $119 for 2 years and travel costs to examination centres for students preparing for competitive exams like JKPSC and UPSC. BJP's manifesto also mentioned a rehabilitation scheme for Kashmiri Pandits. "The scheme will be very detailed. We will look for complete rehabilitation. Many Kashmiri Pandits and people from the Sikh community who left when the terrorism was at its peak were forced to sell their properties. We have already started working in this regard - either returning their properties or providing the amount for their properties. We are towards the completion of rehabilitation of 6,000 people," Amit Shah said about the scheme. Amit Shah further mentioned that BJP will provide $119 under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, comprising the existing $71 along with an additional USD 47. The manifesto also mentioned reduced electricity tariffs, lowered by up to 50 per cent, for agricultural activities, making it more affordable for farmers to operate irrigation pumps and other machineryAmit Shah further informed that they will give a 20 per cent quota to Agniveers in J&K government jobs and police recruitment, and will follow the Jammu-Kashmir reservation policy without affecting the general quota. Amit Shah also assured that they are determined to build 10,000 km of new rural roads. He also mentioned to expedite the metro services in Jammu and Srinagar. Amit Shah also said that the BJP will undertake the reconstruction of Hindu temples and shrines under the Rishi Kashyapa Pilgrimage Rejuvenation Drive. "We will restore 100 ruined temples." Amit Shah said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

'Article 370 will never return': Amit Shah says as BJP launches its manifesto for J-K polls

<p>Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that former Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren will join the BJP.</p>

<p>Sarma said Soren will join the party on August 30 in Ranchi.</p>

<p>He posted a picture of Soren meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah here. Sarma, who is the BJP’s co-incharge for the Jharkhand assembly polls, was also part of the meeting.</p>

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<p>“Former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and a distinguished Adivasi leader of our country, Champai Soren Ji met Hon’ble Union Home Minister Amit Shah Ji a short while ago. He will officially join the BJP on 30th August in Ranchi,” Sarma said on ‘X’.</p>

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<p>A Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader, Soren had accused its leadership of insulting him and announced that he would soon decide on his next political course.</p>

<p>It was widely speculated that he might join the BJP, with JMM leader and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren accusing the party of working to poach its leaders.</p>


Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that former Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren will join the BJP. Sarma said Soren will join the party on August 30 in Ranchi.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Monday that former Jharkhand chief minister Champai Soren will join the BJP. Sarma said Soren will join the party on August 30 in Ranchi. He posted a picture of Soren meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah here. Sarma, who is the BJP’s co-incharge for the Jharkhand assembly polls, was also part of the meeting. Also read: J&K elections: National Conference, Congress finalise seat-sharing formula | Check details “Former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and a distinguished Adivasi leader of our country, Champai Soren Ji met Hon’ble Union Home Minister Amit Shah Ji a short while ago. He will officially join the BJP on 30th August in Ranchi,” Sarma said on ‘X’. Former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and a distinguished Adivasi leader of our country, @ChampaiSoren Ji met Hon’ble Union Home Minister @AmitShah Ji a short while ago. He will officially join the @BJP4India on 30th August in Ranchi. pic.twitter.com/OOAhpgrvmu — Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) August 26, 2024 × A Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader, Soren had accused its leadership of insulting him and announced that he would soon decide on his next political course. It was widely speculated that he might join the BJP, with JMM leader and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren accusing the party of working to poach its leaders.

Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren to join BJP on 30 August

<p>An interstate coordination meeting on Naxalism chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah began in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur on Saturday.</p>

<p>The meeting, which is being attended by senior officials of seven states, will review the inter-state coordination and Left Wing Extremism situation, an official said.</p>

<p>Among those taking part are Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy CM Vijay Sharma, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai as well as Chief Secretaries and Director Generals of Police (DGPs) of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Maharashtra, the official said.</p>

<p>”Senior officials of the Central government also took part. All these seven states have Naxalite presence, particularly on inter-state borders. After this, Shah will chair a meeting on security and development in Left Wing Extremism affected areas of Chhattisgarh. He will address a press conference at 6 pm,” the official said.</p>

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<p>Anti-Naxalite operations have intensified in Chhattisgarh since the BJP came to power in last year’s assembly elections. As many as 142 Naxalites have been killed by security forces so far this year.</p>

<p>During the recent Lok Sabha campaign, Shah had said Naxalism would be eliminated in three years in Chhattisgarh if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is elected for a third term.</p>

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An interstate coordination meeting on Naxalism chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah began in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur on Saturday. The meeting, which is being attended by senior officials of seven states, will review the inter-state coordination and Left Wing Extremism situation, an official said.

An interstate coordination meeting on Naxalism chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah began in Chhattisgarh capital Raipur on Saturday. The meeting, which is being attended by senior officials of seven states, will review the inter-state coordination and Left Wing Extremism situation, an official said. Among those taking part are Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Deputy CM Vijay Sharma, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai as well as Chief Secretaries and Director Generals of Police (DGPs) of Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Maharashtra, the official said. ”Senior officials of the Central government also took part. All these seven states have Naxalite presence, particularly on inter-state borders. After this, Shah will chair a meeting on security and development in Left Wing Extremism affected areas of Chhattisgarh. He will address a press conference at 6 pm,” the official said. Also read: Jammu-Kashmir: Security forces gun down one terrorist in Baramulla operation Anti-Naxalite operations have intensified in Chhattisgarh since the BJP came to power in last year’s assembly elections. As many as 142 Naxalites have been killed by security forces so far this year. During the recent Lok Sabha campaign, Shah had said Naxalism would be eliminated in three years in Chhattisgarh if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is elected for a third term. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) top leader Uddhav Thackeray launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday (Aug 3) and accused the ruling party of engaging in "power jihad" to destabilise political parties and retain power.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thackeray's remarks came during a party meeting in Pune, part of the build-up to the crucial assembly polls expected in October this year.</p>

<p>Responding to a recent comment by Union Minister Amit Shah, who labelled him as the leader of the "Aurangzeb Fan Club," Thackeray retorted that Shah is the "political heir" of Ahmad Shah Abdali, the Afghan ruler who defeated the Marathas at the Battle of Panipat.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This exchange follows Shah’s July 21 speech in Pune, where he attacked Thackeray with the same accusation.</p>

<p>Thackeray further accused the BJP, a former ally, of orchestrating splits within political parties, specifically targeting the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).&nbsp;</p>

<p>He cited a letter from former Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Balasaheb Deoras to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Deoras is known to have told Gandhi to ensure no hatred toward Muslims or non-Hindus and to promote secularism as a core Hindu trait.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He claimed that the people of Maharashtra had sent a strong message to Shah during the recent Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>Thackeray asserted that the BJP equates any alignment with Muslims, even after explaining their version of Hindutva, as being part of the "Aurangzeb Fan Club". Thackeray also labelled the current Eknath Shinde government’s "Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin" scheme as an attempt to bribe voters with freebies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the serving Maharashtra deputy chief minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis called Thackeray "disappointed and frustrated," and repeated Amit Shah's remarks that Thackeray is reportedly affiliated with the purported "Aurangzeb Fan Club."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) top leader Uddhav Thackeray launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday (Aug 3) and accused the ruling party of engaging in "power jihad" to destabilise political parties and retain power.

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) top leader Uddhav Thackeray launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday (Aug 3) and accused the ruling party of engaging in "power jihad" to destabilise political parties and retain power. Thackeray's remarks came during a party meeting in Pune, part of the build-up to the crucial assembly polls expected in October this year. Responding to a recent comment by Union Minister Amit Shah, who labelled him as the leader of the "Aurangzeb Fan Club," Thackeray retorted that Shah is the "political heir" of Ahmad Shah Abdali, the Afghan ruler who defeated the Marathas at the Battle of Panipat. Also read | Uddhav leader of ‘Aurangzeb fan club’, Sharad Pawar ’ringleader’ of corruption: Amit Shah tears into MVA This exchange follows Shah’s July 21 speech in Pune, where he attacked Thackeray with the same accusation. Thackeray further accused the BJP, a former ally, of orchestrating splits within political parties, specifically targeting the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). He cited a letter from former Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Balasaheb Deoras to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Deoras is known to have told Gandhi to ensure no hatred toward Muslims or non-Hindus and to promote secularism as a core Hindu trait. Also watch | Why Maharashtra matters to India × He claimed that the people of Maharashtra had sent a strong message to Shah during the recent Lok Sabha elections. Thackeray asserted that the BJP equates any alignment with Muslims, even after explaining their version of Hindutva, as being part of the "Aurangzeb Fan Club". Thackeray also labelled the current Eknath Shinde government’s "Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin" scheme as an attempt to bribe voters with freebies. Meanwhile, the serving Maharashtra deputy chief minister and BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis called Thackeray "disappointed and frustrated," and repeated Amit Shah's remarks that Thackeray is reportedly affiliated with the purported "Aurangzeb Fan Club." (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened.</p>

<p>Speaking in the parliament, Shah said that the central government had informed the Pinarayi Vijayan-led administration on July 23 about the potential danger. Additionally, nine NDRF teams were sent to Kerala as heavy rainfall was predicted in the region.</p>

<p>He said that the central government had informed the Pinarayi Vijayan-led administration on July 23 about the potential danger. Additionally, nine NDRF teams were sent to Kerala as heavy rainfall was predicted in the region.</p>

<p>"Nine NDRF teams were sent by the Centre on July 23 fearing there may be landslides. What did the Kerala government do? Why did not the Kerala government evacuate people?" Shah asked in Rajya Sabha.</p>

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<p>"The Centre has spent over Rs 2,000 crore for developing the early warning system since 2014. I want to clarify that on July 23, the Centre gave an early warning to the Kerala government, seven days before the incident, and then on July 24 and 25, we warned them again. On July 26, a warning was given that there was a chance of heavy rainfall of more than 20 cm, and there were chances of landslides," Shah said.</p>

<p>"India is among four countries that can provide warning on natural disasters at least seven days in advance," he continued.</p>

<p>The home minister also said that the deaths due to the landslides could have been minimised had the Kerala government been alert following the arrival of NDRF teams.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Members have raised questions about the Government of India's warning system. They are shouting ‘please listen to us,’ but I want to tell them, please read the warning sent to the state,” Shah said in Rajya Sabha.</p>

<p>“When Odisha was being governed by the Naveen Patnaik-led government, we had sent an alert about the cyclone almost seven days in advance. Preparations were made, and just one person lost life, but even that was unfortunate,” Amit Shah said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shah said that a similar warning was given to the Gujarat government three days before the cyclone, and because they took timely action, no lives were lost.</p>

<p>"The Narendra Modi government is standing like a rock with the Kerala government and the people to deal with the Wayanad tragedy," Shah said.</p>

<p>As of Wednesday, at least 158 people have lost their lives, and over 200 others have been injured after landslides triggered by heavy rains hit Kerala's Wayanad district on Tuesday.</p>

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened. Speaking in the parliament, Shah said that the central government had informed the Pinarayi Vijayan-led administration on July 23 about the potential danger. Additionally, nine NDRF teams were sent to Kerala as heavy rainfall was predicted in the region. He said that the central government had informed the Pinarayi Vijayan-led administration on July 23 about the potential danger. Additionally, nine NDRF teams were sent to Kerala as heavy rainfall was predicted in the region. "Nine NDRF teams were sent by the Centre on July 23 fearing there may be landslides. What did the Kerala government do? Why did not the Kerala government evacuate people?" Shah asked in Rajya Sabha. Watch | India: Kashmiri Pandits houses set on fire, investigations on for the cause of fire × "The Centre has spent over Rs 2,000 crore for developing the early warning system since 2014. I want to clarify that on July 23, the Centre gave an early warning to the Kerala government, seven days before the incident, and then on July 24 and 25, we warned them again. On July 26, a warning was given that there was a chance of heavy rainfall of more than 20 cm, and there were chances of landslides," Shah said. "India is among four countries that can provide warning on natural disasters at least seven days in advance," he continued. The home minister also said that the deaths due to the landslides could have been minimised had the Kerala government been alert following the arrival of NDRF teams. Also read: Wayanad landslides: Death toll rises to 151; what caused deadly disaster? “Members have raised questions about the Government of India's warning system. They are shouting ‘please listen to us,’ but I want to tell them, please read the warning sent to the state,” Shah said in Rajya Sabha. “When Odisha was being governed by the Naveen Patnaik-led government, we had sent an alert about the cyclone almost seven days in advance. Preparations were made, and just one person lost life, but even that was unfortunate,” Amit Shah said. Shah said that a similar warning was given to the Gujarat government three days before the cyclone, and because they took timely action, no lives were lost. "The Narendra Modi government is standing like a rock with the Kerala government and the people to deal with the Wayanad tragedy," Shah said. As of Wednesday, at least 158 people have lost their lives, and over 200 others have been injured after landslides triggered by heavy rains hit Kerala's Wayanad district on Tuesday. (With inputs from agencies)

Wayanad landslides: Toll rises to 158; Home Minister Amit Shah says Kerala was given prior warning

<p>Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared before the MP-MLA court here on Friday for a hearing in a defamation case.</p>

<p>The court fixed August 12 as the next date of hearing in the matter when the statement of the petitioner will be recorded. Court sources said Gandhi need not appear in the court again on that date.</p>

<p>Congress district president Abhishek Singh Rana confirmed that Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, appeared in the court.</p>

<p>Local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vijay Mishra filed a defamation case on August 4, 2018, against Gandhi for making alleged objectionable remarks against the then BJP president and current Home Minister Amit Shah.</p>

<p>The court granted bail to Gandhi in this case on February 20.</p>

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared before the MP-MLA court here on Friday for a hearing in a defamation case. The court fixed August 12 as the next date of hearing in the matter when the statement of the petitioner will be recorded.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appeared before the MP-MLA court here on Friday for a hearing in a defamation case. The court fixed August 12 as the next date of hearing in the matter when the statement of the petitioner will be recorded. Court sources said Gandhi need not appear in the court again on that date. Congress district president Abhishek Singh Rana confirmed that Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, appeared in the court. Local Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vijay Mishra filed a defamation case on August 4, 2018, against Gandhi for making alleged objectionable remarks against the then BJP president and current Home Minister Amit Shah. The court granted bail to Gandhi in this case on February 20. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a full-blown attack on the Maharashtra opposition coalition, Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and its prominent leaders. Shah called former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray part of the 'Aurangzeb fan club' and while referring to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, Sharad Pawar termed him as the 'ringleader' of corruption in the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shah was speaking at the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) convention event in the western city of Pune where he criticised Thackeray for forging alliance with leaders that supported terrorists and divisive forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Who are part of the Aurangzeb fan club? Those who serve biryani to Kasab (26/11 terrorist), those who seek clemency for Yakub Memon, those who give (controversial Islamic preacher) Zakir Naik a messenger of peace award and those who support the (banned Islamist outfit) PFI. Uddhav Thackeray should be ashamed of sitting with these people," Shah said.</p>

<p>As for Pawar, the BJP leader did not hold back any punches and called him the face of corruption whilst asserting that BJP-led coalition will win big in the assembly elections.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They want to win elections by spreading misconceptions. They talk about corruption, but the biggest ringleader of corruption in Indian politics is Sharad Pawar and I have no confusion when I say this. Sharad Pawar institutionalised corruption in many governments of this country," the senior BJP leader said.</p>

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<p>After the scathing attack by Shah, NCP hit back at the BJP by claiming that the saffron party legitimised corruption.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"They accuse political leaders of corruption, and then once those who they accuse join BJP, they are all given a clean chit. This is the BJP's washing machine process of legitimising corruption," NCP&nbsp;national spokesperson Clyde Crasto stated.</p>

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<p>Maharashtra goes to polls later this year to elect 288 members of the state's legislative assembly. While the Election Commission is yet to release the dates, it is expected that the ballots will be cast in or before October.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Uddhav resigned as the CM in 2022, the state assembly is now led by CM Eknath Shinde with Devendra Fadnavis serving as the deputy CM. Meanwhile, Uddhav's Shiv Sena faction has forged an alliance with NCP and the Indian National Congress.&nbsp;</p>

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India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a full-blown attack on the Maharashtra opposition coalition, Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and its prominent leaders. Shah called former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray part of the 'Aurangzeb fan club' and while referring to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, Sharad Pawar termed him as the 'ringleader' of corruption in the country.

India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a full-blown attack on the Maharashtra opposition coalition, Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) and its prominent leaders. Shah called former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray part of the 'Aurangzeb fan club' and while referring to Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, Sharad Pawar termed him as the 'ringleader' of corruption in the country. Shah was speaking at the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) convention event in the western city of Pune where he criticised Thackeray for forging alliance with leaders that supported terrorists and divisive forces. "Who are part of the Aurangzeb fan club? Those who serve biryani to Kasab (26/11 terrorist), those who seek clemency for Yakub Memon, those who give (controversial Islamic preacher) Zakir Naik a messenger of peace award and those who support the (banned Islamist outfit) PFI. Uddhav Thackeray should be ashamed of sitting with these people," Shah said. As for Pawar, the BJP leader did not hold back any punches and called him the face of corruption whilst asserting that BJP-led coalition will win big in the assembly elections. "They want to win elections by spreading misconceptions. They talk about corruption, but the biggest ringleader of corruption in Indian politics is Sharad Pawar and I have no confusion when I say this. Sharad Pawar institutionalised corruption in many governments of this country," the senior BJP leader said. Watch | Neet-UG row: Maharashtra police uncover Neet-UG racket in Bihar × NCP hits back After the scathing attack by Shah, NCP hit back at the BJP by claiming that the saffron party legitimised corruption. "They accuse political leaders of corruption, and then once those who they accuse join BJP, they are all given a clean chit. This is the BJP's washing machine process of legitimising corruption," NCP national spokesperson Clyde Crasto stated. Also read | Probationary IAS officer Puja Khedkar’s training in Maharashtra put on hold, recalled to Mussoorie academy Maharashtra goes to polls later this year to elect 288 members of the state's legislative assembly. While the Election Commission is yet to release the dates, it is expected that the ballots will be cast in or before October. After Uddhav resigned as the CM in 2022, the state assembly is now led by CM Eknath Shinde with Devendra Fadnavis serving as the deputy CM. Meanwhile, Uddhav's Shiv Sena faction has forged an alliance with NCP and the Indian National Congress. (With inputs from agencies)

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