Canada halts trade discussions with India amid tensions rising due to the death of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. New Delhi called the accusations “absurd" and demanded that Canada take action against anti-India groups inside its borders.

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<p>Marking the first day of the session in its new Parliament building, India on Tuesday (September 19th) introduced the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam or the Women's Reservation Bill.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lauding the bill, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on social media platform X said,&nbsp;"This day has been immortalised forever in Indian parliamentary democracy. While today the inauguration of the new Parliament House has taken place, today in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Shri @narendramodiji has started writing a new chapter by announcing the introduction of&nbsp;'Nari Shakti Vandan Act'."</p>

<h2><strong>Parliamentary discussions on the bill</strong></h2>

<p>The bill which was introduced by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal in the first sitting of Lok Sabha in the new Parliament building is set to be taken up for discussion in Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian parliament on Wednesday (September 20).</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pm-modi-calls-on-rajya-sabha-members-to-support-womens-reservation-bill-637615">PM Narendra Modi calls on Indian parliament to pass women’s reservation bill</a></strong></p>

<p>Quoting sources, news agency ANI reports that the bill will be taken up in Rajya Sabha the following day, on September 21st.</p>

<h2><strong>Five key takeaways from the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam bill</strong></h2>

<p><strong>1. </strong>The&nbsp;Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeks to meet a long-pending demand. If passed, it will provide 33 per cent reservation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies.</p>

<p>While introducing the bill, Union Minister Meghwal said that once the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is passed, the number of seats for women in Lok Sabha will increase to 181.</p>

<p><strong>2.</strong> The bill proposes that the above-mentioned reservation will continue for a period of 15 years and that within the reserved seats for women, there will be a quota for SC/STs.</p>

<p>Congress General Secretary in-charge of Communication, Jairam Ramesh, as per news agency PTI, has pointed out that the reservation will come into effect only after the publication of the next census and the subsequent delimitation exercise.</p>

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<p><strong>3.</strong> The reservation of "as nearly as may be, one-third of the total number of seats to be filled by direct election" will come into effect after a delimitation exercise is undertaken.</p>

<p>The delimitation exercise involves the redrawing of boundaries of Lok Sabha and state assembly seats to appropriately represent changes in population. These exercises seek to provide equal representation to the various segments of society.</p>

<p><strong>4. </strong>As per the government, the bill will enable greater participation of women in policymaking at the state and national levels. It also said that the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' will help achieve the goal of making India a developed country by 2047.</p>

<p><strong>5.</strong> For the bill to be passed, it will require the ratification of at least 50 per cent of the states. This is necessary as the bill will affect their rights.</p>

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Marking the first day of the session in its new Parliament building, India on Tuesday (September 19th) introduced the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam or the Women's Reservation Bill.

Marking the first day of the session in its new Parliament building, India on Tuesday (September 19th) introduced the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam or the Women's Reservation Bill. Lauding the bill, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on social media platform X said, "This day has been immortalised forever in Indian parliamentary democracy. While today the inauguration of the new Parliament House has taken place, today in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Shri @narendramodiji has started writing a new chapter by announcing the introduction of 'Nari Shakti Vandan Act'." Parliamentary discussions on the bill The bill which was introduced by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal in the first sitting of Lok Sabha in the new Parliament building is set to be taken up for discussion in Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian parliament on Wednesday (September 20). Also read | PM Narendra Modi calls on Indian parliament to pass women’s reservation bill Quoting sources, news agency ANI reports that the bill will be taken up in Rajya Sabha the following day, on September 21st. Five key takeaways from the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam bill 1. The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeks to meet a long-pending demand. If passed, it will provide 33 per cent reservation to women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies. While introducing the bill, Union Minister Meghwal said that once the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is passed, the number of seats for women in Lok Sabha will increase to 181. 2. The bill proposes that the above-mentioned reservation will continue for a period of 15 years and that within the reserved seats for women, there will be a quota for SC/STs. Congress General Secretary in-charge of Communication, Jairam Ramesh, as per news agency PTI, has pointed out that the reservation will come into effect only after the publication of the next census and the subsequent delimitation exercise. Also read | Beginning of a new future in new parliament: Indian PM Modi addresses special parl session 3. The reservation of "as nearly as may be, one-third of the total number of seats to be filled by direct election" will come into effect after a delimitation exercise is undertaken. The delimitation exercise involves the redrawing of boundaries of Lok Sabha and state assembly seats to appropriately represent changes in population. These exercises seek to provide equal representation to the various segments of society. 4. As per the government, the bill will enable greater participation of women in policymaking at the state and national levels. It also said that the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' will help achieve the goal of making India a developed country by 2047. 5. For the bill to be passed, it will require the ratification of at least 50 per cent of the states. This is necessary as the bill will affect their rights. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A government official in India’s capital has been accused of killing one of his senior colleagues and then burying his body near his quarters.</p>

<p>According to Delhi Police, the accused, named Anish, has been arrested after he admitted to having committed the crime. Anish works as a government clerk and is accused of&nbsp;having&nbsp;committed the murder in New Delhi’s RK Puram area.</p>

<h2><strong>Why did Anish kill his colleague?</strong></h2>

<p>Anish has confessed to having killed Mahesh, a senior surveyor at the Survey of India Defence Officer Complex. Anish alleged that Mahesh used to harass his girlfriend and was not returning INR 9 lakh&nbsp;that he had borrowed from him.</p>

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<p>So, he devised a detailed plan to kill Mahesh and took a day off on August 28 to arrange special equipment and material for killing and cover-up. He allegedly went to Lajpat Nagar and South Extension markets to buy the items, including a six-foot polythene cover.</p>

<h2><strong>The killing</strong></h2>

<p>Anish invited Mahesh to his home in sector 2 of the RK Puram area. Using a pipe wrench, Anish inflicted a fatal blow on Anish’s head.&nbsp;After killing Mahesh, Anish left for Sonipat, his home town, the same day.</p>

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<p>He returned to his residence the next day, dug a 1.5-foot-deep pit and buried the body. Also, he cemented the site in a bid to cover up the fresh burial.</p>

<h2><strong>The expose</strong></h2>

<p>The matter came to light only after Mahesh’s brother registered a missing complaint with the authorities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police found the body on September 2 and opened an investigation, which eventually led them to the murder plot set in place by his junior colleague.</p>

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A government official in India’s capital has been accused of killing one of his senior colleagues and then burying his body near his quarters. According to Delhi Police, the accused, named Anish, has been arrested after he admitted to having committed the crime. Anish works as a government clerk and is accused of having committed the murder in New Delhi’s RK Puram area. Why did Anish kill his colleague? Anish has confessed to having killed Mahesh, a senior surveyor at the Survey of India Defence Officer Complex. Anish alleged that Mahesh used to harass his girlfriend and was not returning INR 9 lakh that he had borrowed from him. Watch: What India needs to do to 'Make for the world'; labour crisis risks India's manufacturing dream × So, he devised a detailed plan to kill Mahesh and took a day off on August 28 to arrange special equipment and material for killing and cover-up. He allegedly went to Lajpat Nagar and South Extension markets to buy the items, including a six-foot polythene cover. The killing Anish invited Mahesh to his home in sector 2 of the RK Puram area. Using a pipe wrench, Anish inflicted a fatal blow on Anish’s head. After killing Mahesh, Anish left for Sonipat, his home town, the same day. Also read: Nawaz Sharif praises Modi, says Pak begging for funds while India has reached the Moon He returned to his residence the next day, dug a 1.5-foot-deep pit and buried the body. Also, he cemented the site in a bid to cover up the fresh burial. The expose The matter came to light only after Mahesh’s brother registered a missing complaint with the authorities. Police found the body on September 2 and opened an investigation, which eventually led them to the murder plot set in place by his junior colleague. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Following a diplomatic row between India and Canada, Indian authorities on Wednesday issued a travel advisory cautioning Indians against travelling to some parts of Canada.</p>

<p>“In view of growing anti-India activities and politically-condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there and those contemplating travel are urged to exercise utmost caution,” the advisory reads.</p>

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<p>“Recently, threats have particularly targeted Indian diplomats and sections of the Indian community who oppose the anti-India agenda. Indian nationals are therefore advised to avoid travelling to regions and potential venues in Canada that have seen such incidents.”</p>

<p>This comes hot on the heels of a similar travel advisory issued by Ottawa earlier on Wednesday, in which the Canadian government asked its citizens to&nbsp;‘exercise a high degree of caution’ while travelling to India.</p>

<p>In its travel advisory for India, the Canadian government said, “Avoid all travel to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir due to the unpredictable security situation."</p>

<p>"There is a threat of terrorism, militancy, civil unrest, and kidnapping. This advisory excludes traveling to or within the Union Territory of Ladakh. Avoid gatherings and demonstrations," the Canadian government said.</p>

<h2><strong>Sikh terrorist group threatens Hindus</strong></h2>

<p>While Canadian advisory was considered a political move by experts in view of the worsening allegations, Indian advisory comes after a banned Sikh terrorist organisation threatened Hindus living in Canada and asked them to leave the country as soon as possible.</p>

<p>“Indo-Hindu leave Canada; go to India. You not only support India but you are also supporting the suppression of speech and expression of pro-Khalistan Sikhs,” said Sikh For Justice group’s legal counsel Gurpatwant Pannun in a video, which has gone viral. Pannun has been designated as a terrorist in India.&nbsp;Sikh For Justice was also designated as a terrorist group in India in 2019.</p>

<p>Vijay Jain, a spokesperson for Canadian Hindus for Harmony, expressed concern over Pannun’s threat. “We are now seeing full-scale Hinduphobia out across the board.”</p>

<h2><strong>India-Canada row</strong></h2>

<p>A diplomatic standoff erupted between India and Canada after PM Trudeau suggested in his address to the House of Commons that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist&nbsp;Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. Ottawa also expelled a senior Indian diplomat even as the investigation continues.</p>

<p>However, India has strongly rejected these claims, while reiterating its adherence to the rule of law. New Delhi has also called on Ottawa to check the rampant anti-India activities on Canadian soil and respect the territorial integrity of India.</p>

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Following a diplomatic row between India and Canada, Indian authorities on Wednesday issued a travel advisory cautioning Indians against travelling to some parts of Canada.

Following a diplomatic row between India and Canada, Indian authorities on Wednesday issued a travel advisory cautioning Indians against travelling to some parts of Canada. “In view of growing anti-India activities and politically-condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there and those contemplating travel are urged to exercise utmost caution,” the advisory reads. India issues advisory for Indian nationals and students in Canada | In view of growing anti-India activities and politically-condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there and those contemplating travel are urged to exercise utmost caution.… pic.twitter.com/LZaDXA1zvx — INDIA NARRATIVE (@india_narrative) September 20, 2023 × “Recently, threats have particularly targeted Indian diplomats and sections of the Indian community who oppose the anti-India agenda. Indian nationals are therefore advised to avoid travelling to regions and potential venues in Canada that have seen such incidents.” This comes hot on the heels of a similar travel advisory issued by Ottawa earlier on Wednesday, in which the Canadian government asked its citizens to ‘exercise a high degree of caution’ while travelling to India. In its travel advisory for India, the Canadian government said, “Avoid all travel to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir due to the unpredictable security situation." "There is a threat of terrorism, militancy, civil unrest, and kidnapping. This advisory excludes traveling to or within the Union Territory of Ladakh. Avoid gatherings and demonstrations," the Canadian government said. Sikh terrorist group threatens Hindus While Canadian advisory was considered a political move by experts in view of the worsening allegations, Indian advisory comes after a banned Sikh terrorist organisation threatened Hindus living in Canada and asked them to leave the country as soon as possible. “Indo-Hindu leave Canada; go to India. You not only support India but you are also supporting the suppression of speech and expression of pro-Khalistan Sikhs,” said Sikh For Justice group’s legal counsel Gurpatwant Pannun in a video, which has gone viral. Pannun has been designated as a terrorist in India. Sikh For Justice was also designated as a terrorist group in India in 2019. Vijay Jain, a spokesperson for Canadian Hindus for Harmony, expressed concern over Pannun’s threat. “We are now seeing full-scale Hinduphobia out across the board.” India-Canada row A diplomatic standoff erupted between India and Canada after PM Trudeau suggested in his address to the House of Commons that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. Ottawa also expelled a senior Indian diplomat even as the investigation continues. However, India has strongly rejected these claims, while reiterating its adherence to the rule of law. New Delhi has also called on Ottawa to check the rampant anti-India activities on Canadian soil and respect the territorial integrity of India. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × ,

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India's new Parliament building in New Delhi was unveiled in May this year and today the first Parliament sitting will be held in the new building. A special session of the parliament is currently underway the special session was announced by the the ruling government last month without disclosing much detail on the agenda.

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On Monday, Canada said that it was actively pursuing credible allegations linking the Indian government agents to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, in British Columbia in June. Meanwhile, Canada has expelled the senior Indian diplomat as it investigates the killing of Nijjar.

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India's first solar mission Aditya L-1 has begun collecting scientific data. The milestone marks another significant step forward for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and as it prepares to study the sun like never before.

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On Monday, Canada said that it was actively pursuing credible allegations linking the Indian government agents to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia in June.

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The Indian government has reportedly cleared the Women's Reservation Bill. Several reports reveal that the bill got to go ahead at a cabinet meeting on Monday. This comes hours after Indian PM Modi stated, 'Historic decisions will be taken in this special session'.

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India has expelled a senior Canadian diplomat based in India. The Canadian High Commissioner to New Delhi was summoned to convey that a senior diplomat needs to leave India in five days. The much anticipated move comes as a counter-attack to Canada expelling a senior Indian diplomat.

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PM Modi addressed the Parliament on the second day of Special Session and said, "Every law made in the Parliament, every discussion held in the Parliament, and every signal given by the Parliament should encourage the Indian aspiration. This is our responsibility and the expectation of each and every Indian. Whatever reforms are made here, Indian aspiration should be our priority".

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An indigenous Defence industry is a vital objective for India, given its security environment and strategic objectives. With eye on China and Pakistan, the Indian Defence Ministry has granted approval for the acquisition of a regiment of Pralay ballistic missiles for the army. the world's largest democracy has a substantial and growing defence budget - and a long history of defence industrial production. here's all you need to know.

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I.N.D.I.A's 5-day special Parliament session is all set to commence today and the new Indian Parliament building is ready to host its first session tomorrow. With elections just months away, the session which is to start today is expected to take the center stage.

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At least five incidents of terror and infiltration have taken place over the last 10 days in Jammu and Kashmir. In the latest, the Indian Army has said that the Pakistan Army was providing cover fire to terrorists who have crossed into India from across the Line of Control (LOC).

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<p>India’s federal anti-terror National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched raids at 31 locations Saturday (Sept 16) to detect and thwart a radicalisation and recruitment drive organised by global terror group ISIS.</p>

<p>The locations were raided across the south Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Telangana, during which several digital devices, documents and incriminating books in vernacular and Arabic languages, and Rs 60 lakh, as well as $18,200 in cash, were seized.</p>

<p>The agency will now investigate the data stored on the seized devices.</p>

<h2><strong>'Khilafat' ideology</strong></h2>

<p>As per officials from NIA, the ISIS-inspired agents were engaged in the propagation of the 'Khilafat' ideology, which is inimical to India's constitutionally established principles of secularism and democracy.</p>

<p>The agency raided at least 26 locations in Tamil Nadu while other five sites were raided in Telangana’s Hyderabad.</p>

<p>"The radicalisation was being carried out in the garb of holding Arabic language classes through their Regional Study Centres. Such radicalisation activities were being flashed through social media platforms and online messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram," a spokesperson for the NIA said.</p>

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<p>“The searches were conducted in connection with a case, registered by NIA Chennai under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, that pertains to clandestine operations by a group of individuals to radicalise vulnerable youth,” the official said.</p>

<h2><strong>Case related to 2022 Coimbatore blast</strong></h2>

<p>The group of persons involved in the case had entered into a conspiracy to radicalise and recruit youth who were later found involved in terrorist as well as unlawful acts and activities. One such terror attack related to the Coimbatore car bomb blast case of October 23 of last year, the agency revealed.</p>

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<p>The official stated that the investigations in this case are ongoing as part of the NIA's determined efforts to prevent ISIS from recruiting vulnerable and impressionable young individuals into their terrorist network.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This network is actively engaged in spreading terror within the country, with the overarching goal of destabilising its peace and communal harmony.</p>

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India’s federal anti-terror National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched raids at 31 locations Saturday (Sept 16) to detect and thwart a radicalisation and recruitment drive organised by global terror group ISIS.

India’s federal anti-terror National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched raids at 31 locations Saturday (Sept 16) to detect and thwart a radicalisation and recruitment drive organised by global terror group ISIS. The locations were raided across the south Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Telangana, during which several digital devices, documents and incriminating books in vernacular and Arabic languages, and Rs 60 lakh, as well as $18,200 in cash, were seized. The agency will now investigate the data stored on the seized devices. 'Khilafat' ideology As per officials from NIA, the ISIS-inspired agents were engaged in the propagation of the 'Khilafat' ideology, which is inimical to India's constitutionally established principles of secularism and democracy. The agency raided at least 26 locations in Tamil Nadu while other five sites were raided in Telangana’s Hyderabad. "The radicalisation was being carried out in the garb of holding Arabic language classes through their Regional Study Centres. Such radicalisation activities were being flashed through social media platforms and online messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram," a spokesperson for the NIA said. Also read: US sanctions 20 individuals and 29 companies for facilitating ISIS and Al Qaeda in Maldives “The searches were conducted in connection with a case, registered by NIA Chennai under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, that pertains to clandestine operations by a group of individuals to radicalise vulnerable youth,” the official said. Case related to 2022 Coimbatore blast The group of persons involved in the case had entered into a conspiracy to radicalise and recruit youth who were later found involved in terrorist as well as unlawful acts and activities. One such terror attack related to the Coimbatore car bomb blast case of October 23 of last year, the agency revealed. Watch: US: Dr Masood accused of attempting to provide material support to ISIS × The official stated that the investigations in this case are ongoing as part of the NIA's determined efforts to prevent ISIS from recruiting vulnerable and impressionable young individuals into their terrorist network. This network is actively engaged in spreading terror within the country, with the overarching goal of destabilising its peace and communal harmony. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India’s anti-terror agency NIA conducts raids, thwarts radicalisation, recruitment drive of ISIS

Countries are making efforts for net-zero carbon emissions to deliver on the Paris Climate Agreement and the Indian Coast Guard has taken another step in this direction as part of the ASEAN initiative for marine pollution response.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm, rousing welcome at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi as he arrived for a central election committee (CEC) meeting after the conclusion of the successful G20 Summit under India's presidency.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Upon his arrival at the party headquarters, Modi, as per a PTI news agency report, was greeted by CEC members, including Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, as well as party president J P Nadda.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gathered in large numbers, supporters and party workers showered the Indian Prime Minister with flower petals, and celebrated the achievements of the G20 Summit.</p>

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<p>This visit to BJP headquarters marked Modi's first appearance since the G20 Summit, which in recent days has garnered significant praise for its success under his leadership.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Modi's leadership and the global world</strong></h2>

<p>As per the PTI report, the BJP party has over the years consistently emphasised the global recognition of Modi's leadership and India's heightened standing on the international stage in its political discourse.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following the success of the G20 meeting, the party is expected to further tout this recognition. This is especially true as the party prepares for a series of state assembly elections and the subsequent Lok Sabha elections that will decide whether Modi wins a third term as the Prime Minister of India.</p>

<h2><strong>What was the CEC meeting about?</strong></h2>

<p>PTI reports that the CEC meeting's primary agenda was to finalise the selection of candidates for the upcoming elections in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.</p>

<p>During the previous CEC meeting held in August, BJP candidates for 39 seats in Madhya Pradesh and 21 seats in Chhattisgarh were named. These selections were made for constituencies where the BJP does not currently have incumbent MLAs.</p>

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<p>This comes as, in a departure from its usual practice, national party BJP has started announcing its assembly poll candidates well before the election dates are officially announced.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In India, the states of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Mizoram will undergo assembly elections towards the end of this year — polls are scheduled for November-December. These will be the final round of state polls before the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm, rousing welcome at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi as he arrived for a central election committee (CEC) meeting after the conclusion of the successful G20 Summit under India's presidency.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a warm, rousing welcome at the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi as he arrived for a central election committee (CEC) meeting after the conclusion of the successful G20 Summit under India's presidency. Showered with flowers Upon his arrival at the party headquarters, Modi, as per a PTI news agency report, was greeted by CEC members, including Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, as well as party president J P Nadda. Also read | Fact check: Are waterlogging claims at G20 venue in Delhi true? Gathered in large numbers, supporters and party workers showered the Indian Prime Minister with flower petals, and celebrated the achievements of the G20 Summit. Glimpses from BJP's Central Election Committee Meeting being held at BJP headquarters in New Delhi. pic.twitter.com/kWQhiF9JGP — BJP (@BJP4India) September 13, 2023 × #WATCH | Top BJP leaders welcome PM Modi on his arrival at the party headquarters in Delhi The PM is visiting the BJP headquarters for the first time after the completion of the G20 summit pic.twitter.com/OwntmkqKDE — ANI (@ANI) September 13, 2023 × This visit to BJP headquarters marked Modi's first appearance since the G20 Summit, which in recent days has garnered significant praise for its success under his leadership. Modi's leadership and the global world As per the PTI report, the BJP party has over the years consistently emphasised the global recognition of Modi's leadership and India's heightened standing on the international stage in its political discourse. Following the success of the G20 meeting, the party is expected to further tout this recognition. This is especially true as the party prepares for a series of state assembly elections and the subsequent Lok Sabha elections that will decide whether Modi wins a third term as the Prime Minister of India. What was the CEC meeting about? PTI reports that the CEC meeting's primary agenda was to finalise the selection of candidates for the upcoming elections in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. During the previous CEC meeting held in August, BJP candidates for 39 seats in Madhya Pradesh and 21 seats in Chhattisgarh were named. These selections were made for constituencies where the BJP does not currently have incumbent MLAs. Also read | India-China hotel standoff: When Chinese G20 delegation refused to get their big bags scanned by security This comes as, in a departure from its usual practice, national party BJP has started announcing its assembly poll candidates well before the election dates are officially announced. In India, the states of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Mizoram will undergo assembly elections towards the end of this year — polls are scheduled for November-December. These will be the final round of state polls before the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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