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New Delhi: Days before Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman's scheduled visit to New Delhi, a quiet but telling meeting took place in the Indian capital. Bangladesh High Commissioner to India M Riaz Hamidullah called on Indian Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, where discussions centred on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and expanding joint training initiatives. "HE Mr M Hamidullah, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, called on #GeneralUpendraDwivedi, #COAS," the Indian A ...Read More >
Lucknow, Apr 3 (PTI) Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday alleged that the BJP was blaming the Iran-Israel conflict for a range of domestic issues and said such claims were an attempt to hide policy failures. Responding to a question on the impact of the West Asia situation on industries in Kanpur during a press conference here, Yadav said that the responsibility for the condition of industries lies with the BJP government. "These people may now even say that the Ganga is not get ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI) The Congress on Friday alleged that the government has called a "special session" of Parliament for passing bills related to amending the women's quota law and delimitation to "grab political mileage" in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls, which, it claimed, is a "gross violation" of the model code of conduct. Asserting that the government's push for rushed delimitation exercise would have "dangerous consequences", Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Congress on Friday alleged that the government has called a "special session" for passing bills related to amending the women's quota law and delimitation to "grab political mileage" in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls, which is a "gross violation" of the model code of conduct. Asserting that the government's push for rushed delimitation exercise would have "dangerous consequences", Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said "we do not want any disturb ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI) The Congress on Friday alleged that the government has called a "special session" for passing bills related to amending the women's quota law and delimitation to "grab political mileage" in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls, which is a "gross violation" of the model code of conduct. Asserting that the government's push for rushed delimitation exercise would have "dangerous consequences", Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said "we do not want ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Senior BJP leader Gourav Vallabh on Thursday took a swipe at the Congress, suggesting that senior party leader Kamal Nath should "give tuition" to Rahul Gandhi after the former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister contradicted the party's narrative on the alleged LPG shortage. Reacting to Kamal Nath's statement in Chhindwara that there is "no shortage of LPG" and that "an environment is being created" to suggest otherwise, Vallabh said: "Kamal Nath should give tuiti ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov on Thursday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties in areas of investment, energy and industrial cooperation. Manturov, on a two-day visit to India, also held talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. The Russian embassy said Modi and Manturov discussed "specific steps to implement agreements reached" during the India-Russi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): India has reiterated its commitment to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, emphasising the crucial role its troops play in maintaining global peace and security. Addressing a media briefing in the national capital, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India's contribution to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), where approximately 600 Indian troops are currently deployed. "Our troops under the aegi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): India has reiterated its commitment to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, emphasising the crucial role its troops play in maintaining global peace and security. Addressing a media briefing in the national capital, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India's contribution to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), where approximately 600 Indian troops are currently deployed. "Our troops under the aegi ...Read More >
Guwahati: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday escalated his criticism of the BJP by launching a frontal attack on Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of being "the most corrupt chief minister in India" and charging him of converting the state into a land ATM for big businessmen of the country. Addressing a large election rally in Bokajan in Karbi Anglong Hils district in support of Congress candidate Raton Engti, Mr Gandhi accused the BJP of widespread corruption an ...Read More >
New Delhi: With a report listing Uttar Pradesh's Loni as the world's most polluted city, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday called for a complete revamp of the National Clean Air Programme, seeking a sharper focus on reducing PM2.5 levels, which he described as a "severe public health disaster" across the country. The former environment minister said Loni near Ghaziabad is steeped in Indian mythology as well as history and has many important places of worship reflecting the country's com ...Read More >
New Delhi: First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Denis Manturov, will visit New Delhi on Thursday for high-level talks with the Indian leadership amid ongoing energy cooperation between the two countries. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold separate meetings with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. The visit follows the bilateral summit held in December last year during Vladimir Putin's visit to India. Ru ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Congress on Wednesday opposed the bill aiming to increase the size of the Lok Sabha by 50 per cent, calling it a move that would disadvantage states in the South, Northeast and West.The party's general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh in a post on X highlighted concerns over the proposal and its potential impact on state representation."The Modi government is proposing to bulldoze a Bill to increase the size of the Lok Sabha by 50%. The number of seats allocated to ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Denis Alipov, Russia's Ambassador to India, has said that Russia firmly rejects what he described as US "pressure" in international politics, particularly concerning India's oil market, while emphasising that New Delhi continues to pursue an independent foreign policy. In an interview with IANS, Alipov stated that attempts by the United States to create hurdles for Russia in the Indian market are not an appropriate way to conduct global business or manage int ...Read More >
New Delhi (PTI): The Congress on Wednesday claimed that the Modi government is proposing to "bulldoze" a bill to increase the size of the Lok Sabha by 50 per cent with the number of seats allocated to each state also to be increased by 50 per cent, and said such a move would "disadvantage" smaller states in the South, Northeast and West. There was no official word on the Opposition party's claims. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said Telangana Chief Minister A ...Read More >
Addressing a rally in Gujarat's Banaskantha district, the Prime Minister highlighted the government's handling of rising global fuel prices amid the West Asia conflict and said that some political parties wait for difficult situations to benefit politically. "Unfortunately some political parties try to take political advantage even during crises. Congress waits for trouble in the country so that it can gain political benefit. Even when fuel prices are rising worldwide, the government is trying ...Read More >
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, focusing on the volatile situation in West Asia and strengthening bilateral ties. In a post on X on Tuesday, Jaishankar said he had "a good conversation" with Rangel. The two leaders exchanged views on the West Asia conflict and discussed ways to enhance cooperation between India and Portugal. This outreach comes amid broader diplomatic efforts to address regional in ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra on Tuesday likened the Congress to "political vultures" and accused the Opposition party of attempting to trigger panic among the people over the West Asia war to reap political dividends. Modi asserted that India has managed to effectively contain the impact of the ongoing conflict on domestic fuel prices due to "strong foreign policy and the unity of its people". Addressing a gathering in Gujarat's Vav Tharad district after laying the foundation stone and ina ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel, focusing on the volatile situation in West Asia and the enhancement of ties between the two nations. In a post on X on Tuesday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that he had "a good conversation this evening with Portuguese Foreign Minister @PauloRangel_pt". He further noted that the two leaders "exchanged views on the West Asia confl ...Read More >
Gandhinagar/Sanand/Tharad, Mar 31 (PTI) As the West Asia war rages, India has successfully kept the situation under control with its strong foreign policy and collective strength of citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday and accused the Congress of attempting to exploit the conflict for domestic political gains. Like "Rajneeti ke gidh" (vultures of politics), the Congress is attempting to exploit the West Asia conflict by triggering panic among people for political gains though ...Read More >
Banaskantha: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress party during a rally in Vav-Tharad on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of delaying critical national security projects and spreading fear among citizens for political gain. His speech combined national security, foreign policy and economic stability with a strong political message ahead of upcoming elections. Opening his address with a hard-hitting tone, the Prime Minister highlighted the strategic importance of t ...Read More >
Tharad (Gujarat), Mar 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the Congress, like "Rajneeti ke gidh" (vultures of politics), is attempting to exploit the West Asia conflict by triggering panic among the people for political gain, asserting that India has managed the situation efficiently. Addressing a large gathering at Nani village in the newly created Vav Tharad district, Modi accused Congress of indulging in rumour-mongering and trying to instigate people to queue up at fuel pum ...Read More >
Vav Tharad (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted India's stability amid global energy and geopolitical challenges, particularly in West Asia, while sharply criticising the Congress for "undermining" national unity and "spreading rumours". Speaking after launching projects worth over Rs 19,800 crore in Vav-Tharad, the Prime Minister referred to the turbulence in West Asia and its impact on energy supplies worldwide. "We can see how many countries are facing uncertainty ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India had handled the fallout of the West Asia crisis "effectively", while accusing the Opposition of attempting to "spread anarchy" by fuelling panic over fuel shortages and rising prices.Addressing a rally in Vav-Tharad in Gujarat, Modi said global disruptions caused by tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran had affected energy supplies worldwide, particularly diesel, petrol and gas. He said India, however, had managed to k ...Read More >
Vav-Tharad (Gujarat) [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India's effective foreign policy and "unwavering unity" of citizens have kept the "situation under control" despite the global difficulties regarding energy requirements. PM Modi also accused Congress of engaging in "divisive activities" by spreading "fear and inciting" the public in a time when the nation requires unity and solidarity. Addressing a public gathering at Vav-Tharad in Gujarat after in ...Read More >
Tharad (Gujarat), Mar 31 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said while the world is grappling with war, unrest, and rising fuel prices, India has managed the situation effectively due to strong foreign policy and the unity of its people. He accused the Congress of trying to create panic so that people queue up at fuel stations and gas agencies, likening the party to "political vultures" waiting to exploit the situation (arising out of the West Asia war) and reap political dividends. ...Read More >
Kannur, March 31: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Left Democratic Front in Kerala, alleging an "unprecedented partnership" between the Left and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and pitched the upcoming Assembly election as a battle of ideologies. Arriving in Kannur as the star campaigner of the United Democratic Front (UDF), Gandhi held a breakfast meeting with local leaders before addressing a massive rally attended by candidates from across the di ...Read More >
Kannur, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Left Democratic Front in Kerala, alleging an "unprecedented partnership" between the Left and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and pitched the upcoming Assembly election as a battle of ideologies. Arriving in Kannur as the star campaigner of the United Democratic Front (UDF), Gandhi held a breakfast meeting with local leaders before addressing a massive rally attended by candidates f ...Read More >
Kannur: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Left Democratic Front in Kerala, alleging an "unprecedented partnership" between the Left and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and pitched the upcoming Assembly election as a battle of ideologies. Arriving in Kannur as the star campaigner of the United Democratic Front (UDF), Gandhi held a breakfast meeting with local leaders before addressing a massive rally attended by candidates from across the district. ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Mar 12 (PTI) The Punjab Assembly on Thursday passed a unanimous resolution stating that the failure of Centre's foreign policy has led to a shortage and increase in price of LPG, causing hardships to people across the country. The resolution was moved by Punjab Food and Civil Supplies Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak on Wednesday. When discussion on the resolution resumed in Vidhan Sabha on Thursday, the treasury and opposition benches -- excluding two BJP MLAs who were not in the Hou ...Read More >
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