Union minister Nitin Gadkari
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Indian Politics LIVE | No limit to hypo(d)crisy: Congress' play on words slamming PM Modi over his podcast
In a play on words, the Congress took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, saying there is no limit to his "hypo(d)crisy" as he has not faced a press conference but has found comfort in a US podcaster.
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Indian Politics LIVE | Congress govt included 'urban naxals' in panels concerning caste survey, education: Bandi Sanjay
nion Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Sunday alleged that the Congress government in Telangana has included 'urban naxals' in panels related to education and the recent caste survey.
Addressing a gathering near Karimnagar, he said citizens have shared data regarding lands, houses, and other properties out of trust in the government, and this information should be kept confidential.
"You know with whom this data has been shared? Revanth Reddy has handed it over to someone from a foreign country. That person has been included in the committee. Is there any guarantee for the properties of Telangana’s people now?" he said.
Indian Politics LIVE | In eye of storm over 'pahadi' remark, Uttarakhand minister Prem Chand Aggarwal resigns
Uttarakhand minister Prem Chand Aggarwal resigned from the Cabinet on Sunday, weeks after his remark in the assembly on people from the state's hill regions had sparked protests.
Aggarwal, who held key portfolios, including finance and parliamentary affairs, submitted his resignation to Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at his official residence, according to an official statement.
Speaking to reporters before tendering his resignation, Aggarwal was overcome with emotion while referring to his role in the Uttarakhand statehood movement.
He said it was unfair to target someone "who played an important role" in the creation of Uttarakhand and endured police action.
Indian Politics LIVE | False narrative created over 2002 Gujarat riots, courts found us innocent: PM Modi
In a podcast with Lex Fridman, Modi said the perception that the 2002 riots were the biggest riots ever in Gujarat was an attempt to push misinformation.
"If you review the data from before 2002, you will see that Gujarat faced frequent riots. Curfews were constantly being imposed somewhere. Communal violence would erupt over trivial issues such as kite flying contests or even bicycle collisions," Modi said.
The prime minister said the riots in Gujarat in 1969 lasted for more than six months and that was an era when he was nowhere on the political horizon.
Modi said the Godhra train burning incident took place barely three days after he was elected as a legislator of the Gujarat Assembly.
Indian Politics LIVE | AIMPLB holds protest against Waqf bill in Delhi
Indian Politics LIVE | Police force deployed outside residence of BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan’s residence ahead of party's protest against alleged TASMAC scam
Indian Politics LIVE | PM knows very well how to shun responsibilities: Congress MP Imran Masood
Congress MP Imran Masood on PM Modi's 'false narrative created over 2002 Gujarat riots' remark, says, "The prime minister knows very well how to shun responsibilities. If anything happens in the country, will Rahul Gandhi be responsible for it? If he was the CM, then he was responsible. The incident occurred during his stint as CM. It is an old issue, however, there is a trend in the country now to spread hatred by raking up old issues."
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Indian Politics LIVE | Waqf is an excuse; inciting riots in the country, setting fire, running a vote bank shop, this is their only story: BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla
Indian Politics LIVE | ED has revealed that there have been Rs 1,000 crore irregularities in TASMAC, in this regard, we have announced a peaceful agitation: Tamilisai Soundararajan
Indian Politics LIVE | Chennai police detain Tamilisai Soundararajan ahead of BJP's protest against 'liquor scam'
Indian Politics LIVE | Revanth Reddy believes in only three things: Divide, demolition and diversion: BRS leader Krishank
On Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's statement that KCR is a liquor addict, BRS leader Krishank says, "Revanth Reddy believes in only three things: Divide, demolition and diversion. He personally targeted KCR yesterday. Does he have any spycams at KCR's house to know what KCR is eating or drinking? What should Revanth Reddy be concerned about? Rather than seeing what KCR is consuming, he should be concerned that farmers are consuming pesticides and dying. People are asking what happened to the promise of 2 lakh jobs."
(ANI)
AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi joins AIMPLB protest against Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, at Jantar Mantar in Delhi
Indian Politics LIVE | I.N.D.I.A. bloc working to deal with Waqf issue in Parliament: Congress MP Manickam Tagore
Indian Politics LIVE | Waqf Bill in favour of poor Muslims: Jagdambika Pal hints at conspiracy behind AIMPLB protest
Indian Politics LIVE | Reservation not just for one community: Karnataka Minister amid row over minority quota in contracts
Indian Politics LIVE | Himachal Budget: CM Sukhvinder Sukhu announces hike in price of milk
CM Sukhvinder Sukhu announced hike in price of cow milk from Rs 45 to Rs 51 per litre, Buffalo milk from Rs 55 to Rs 61/litre.
Indian Politics LIVE | 70% of loan taken by Himachal govt spent on repayment of previous govt's loan: CM
"Around 70 pc of loan taken by state govt was spent on repayment of loan, taken by previous govt, interest component," said CM Sukhu in Budget speech.
Indian Politics LIVE | AIADMK's no-confidence motion against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker fails through voice vote
AIADMK's no-confidence motion against Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker failed through voice vote.
Opposition AIADMK had moved a resolution to remove M Appavu from the post of the Speaker of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.
Indian Politics LIVE | Bajrang Dal stages protest in front of Nagpur District Collector's office over their demand to remove Aurangzeb's tomb
Indian Politics LIVE | 'Karnataka govt's decision has potential to balkanise India': Tejasvi Surya on row over minority quota in contracts
BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on controversy surrounding '4 per cent reservation' for Muslims in contracts announced in Karnataka Budget recently, said, " The Siddaramaiah government, in the Budget last week, has proposed to introduce a 4 per cent reservation in government tenders by amending the KTPP Act. This move is not only patently unconstitutional, but also something that the framers of this Constitution had rejected outright even at the time of forming of the Constitution. This is also an idea that quoting the words of Baba Saheb Ambedkar has the potential to balkanise India. The BJP firmly opposes this proposed unconstitutional move and demands from the Siddaramaiah government to immediately roll back this proposed unconstitutional misadventure." (PTI)
Indian Politics LIVE | Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol comes in support of Hindu outfits' demand to remove Aurangzeb's tomb
Indian Politics LIVE | 'Those in power and Oppn trying to destroy BSP': Mayawati
"For the last few years, the parties in power and opposition are trying their best to weaken the BSP by adopting all kinds of tactics... I will not let their plans succeed at any cost. This is my promise to the people of my party," Mayawati said.
Indian Politics LIVE | Ruckus in Delhi MCD House as BJP councillors accuse Mayor of favouring AAP
Indian Politics LIVE | Mamata's Iftar party attendance gets Suvendu's criticism, says CM doing it for appeasement before polls next year
Indian Politics LIVE | 'LoP is afraid that some more BJP leaders will leave BJP': Kunal Ghosh on Suvendu's remarks
On LoP Suvendu Adhikari's remarks on Mamata Banerjee attending Iftar program in Furfura Sharif, TMC's Kunal Ghosh says, "This is a completely false allegation. She is going there in response to an invitation and earlier as well, she visited the place. The LoP is afraid that some more BJP leaders will leave BJP and we like this fear."
India Politics LIVE | BC quota bill passed to address 'long pending' issue, says Telangana minister
"BC (Backward Classes) quota is a long pending issue. It has to be addressed. Similarly, the categorisation is not against any community. The Bill is based on the Commission's recommendations which are purely based on the essence of Supreme Court judgment," said Telangana minister Damodar Raja Narasimha after the state Assembly passed the legislation.
India Politics LIVE | 'Govt will do its job, you do yours': BJP's Nitesh Rane tells Hindutva bodies amid calls to raze Aurangzeb tomb
'The government will do its part while Hindutva outfits must do theirs. When Babri Masjid was being demolished, we did not sit and talk to each other. Our karsevaks did what was appropriate', Nitesh Rane said.
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India Politics LIVE | Haryana Budget was a people's budget, says CM Saini
"This budget is according to the aspirations of the people of Haryana. We have incorporated people's suggestions, this was made on the basis of the people's suggestions, we have taken care of all the sections of the society. People are also hailing. There was impetus on education, health, electricity, road infrastructure," Haryana CM Saini said.
India Politics LIVE | Bengal BJP MPs hold informal meet to discuss 2026 poll strategy
"We had an informal meeting in the presence all MPs from West Bengal and our state assembly LoP. We discussed everyone's opinion on what strategies we need to adopt for the upcoming assembly elections in 2026...," said West Bengal BJP President and Union minister Sukanta Majumdar.
India Politics LIVE | CM Devendra Fadnavis appeals for peace as violence breaks out in Nagpur
The CM's comments came after a stone pelting incident led to violence in Nagpur, prompting the police to step in to control the situation.
Several vehicles were torched in the violence.
India Politics LIVE | 'Govt's responsibility to maintain law & order': Sena (UBT) targets Maha Yuti over Nagpur violence
"It is the state government's responsibility to maintain law and order. The Chief Minister, the state Home Minister, and the police must always be on alert to prevent any violent incidents or clashes. However, the reports coming from Nagpur are very unfortunate. Not only were stones pelted, but vehicles were also set on fire, and police personnel were attacked," said Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey.
India Politics LIVE | 'Don't believe rumours, maintain peace', says MP Gadkari amid Nagpur violence
"Due to certain rumors, a situation of religious tension has arisen in Nagpur. The city's history is known for maintaining peace in such matters. I urge all my brothers not to believe in any kind of rumours and to maintain peace. Do not come out onto the streets. Cooperate with the law and order system. Preserve the tradition of peace and harmony that Nagpur is known for. I assure you all that the government will take action against those who have committed mistakes or engaged in illegal activities. The Chief Minister has already been informed about this situation, so I request everyone not to pay attention to rumours. Please cooperate with the police administration, foster love, and maintain a positive atmosphere in the city. This is my humble request to all of you," said Nagpur MP Nitin Gadkari.