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Lok Sabha, assembly polls, and beyond: Far too many shifts for anyone's comfort
After a challenging Lok Sabha election result, BJP managed to secure a strong position in Maharashtra state polls, impacting alliances with Shiv Sena and NCP. However, internal caste tensions and economic challenges pose difficulties for the party ahead, including issues with government schemes and opposition strategies.
Odisha: BJD MPs allege difference in state, LS polls voting counts
BJD MPs approached India's Election Commission over discrepancies between votes polled and counted during Odisha's simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections. They highlighted significant variances in voting percentages and discrepancies in polling data, requesting an investigation for clarification without directly blaming EVMs.
- Third Eye: Sudden change in tone & tenor, no movement despite promise & BJP members thank Rahul
- Jharkhand to transfer hiked monthly amount of Rs 2,500 to 5.5m women
- A year ahead of Bihar assembly elections, Nitish Kumar embarks on 'Pragati Yatra'
- J&K students, job aspirants protest outside CM Omar's residence, demand rationalisation of reservation policy
- First meeting of parliamentary panel on ONOE on January 8
- Why TDP and JD (U) silent on Amit Shah's remarks on B R Ambedkar: Congress
- Somnath Suryavanshi killed as he was Dalit and protecting Constitution: Rahul Gandhi
- Inflation rising faster than speed of bullet train, has broken back of common person: Congress
Parliament fracas: Injured BJP MPs discharged from hospital- Delhi HC extends Kuldeep Singh Sengar's interim bail in Unnao rape case for one month
- These are just election promises: BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla targets AAP's promises ahead of Delhi polls
- Instead of Taj Mahal's replica, we now offer holy texts of Ramayan, Mahabharat to foreign guests: MP CM Mohan Yadav
- 90% of civic volunteers in West Bengal are Jamaat supporters: BJP leader Arjun Singh
- "Arvind Kejriwal didn't do anything for women in last 10 years," says Delhi Assembly LoP Vijender Gupta
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Lok Sabha, assembly polls, and beyond: Far too many shifts for anyone's comfort
After a challenging Lok Sabha election result, BJP managed to secure a strong position in Maharashtra state polls, impacting alliances with Shiv Sena and NCP. However, internal caste tensions and economic challenges pose difficulties for the party ahead, including issues with government schemes and opposition strategies.
Parbhani riots: Youth killed as he was Dalit, says Rahul Gandhi; stop politics, counters Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses the police of murdering Dalit youth Somnath Suryavanshi, contesting Maharashtra government's asthma claim. Gandhi, after meeting the deceased's family, demands action against policemen involved. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis denies the allegations, stating an ongoing judicial inquiry.
Odisha: BJD MPs allege difference in state, LS polls voting counts
BJD MPs approached India's Election Commission over discrepancies between votes polled and counted during Odisha's simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections. They highlighted significant variances in voting percentages and discrepancies in polling data, requesting an investigation for clarification without directly blaming EVMs.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questions 'GST on exam papers'
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has criticized the BJP government for turning job recruitment exams into a revenue source by imposing an 18% GST on examination forms. She highlighted the financial strain on parents and job seekers, pointing out that the government's failures and corruption could render these expenses futile.
Third Eye: Sudden change in tone & tenor, no movement despite promise & BJP members thank Rahul
Arvind Kejriwal's unexpected gratitude toward Delhi L-G VK Saxena for highlighting drainage issues marks a shift in their thorny relationship. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu faces criticism for inaction on bribery and scam probes. In Maharashtra, BJP celebrated its victory by mocking Congress leader Rahul Gandhi with hoardings crediting him for their win.
Jharkhand to transfer hiked monthly amount of Rs 2,500 to 5.5m women
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren will fulfill his top election promise by increasing the 'Maiya Samman' scheme's monthly payment to ₹2,500 from ₹1,000. The enhanced amount will start from December. The state government is organizing a significant event on December 28 in Ranchi, where Soren will address three lakh women beneficiaries.
A year ahead of Bihar assembly elections, Nitish Kumar embarks on 'Pragati Yatra'
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar begins his 'Pragati Yatra' from West Champaran, engaging directly with citizens and reviewing government schemes, especially focusing on women's empowerment. The yatra, set over two phases, aims to gauge the impact of development initiatives and gather ideas for future projects.
J&K students, job aspirants protest outside CM Omar's residence, demand rationalisation of reservation policy
Several students and job aspirants protested outside Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's residence on Monday, demanding changes to the reservation policy. The protest was led by National Conference MP Ruhullah Mehdi and joined by opposition leaders from PDP, Awami Ittehad Party, and Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, who expressed support but was restricted from leaving his residence.
First meeting of parliamentary panel on ONOE on January 8
The 39-member parliamentary panel on 'one nation, one election' will hold its first meeting on January 8, focusing on deliberations about the BJP-led NDA government's election reform measures. The committee, chaired by BJP's P P Chaudhary, will review the two bills introduced in the Lok Sabha, aiming to synchronize Lok Sabha and state assembly elections.
Why TDP and JD (U) silent on Amit Shah's remarks on B R Ambedkar: Congress
The Congress demands an apology and resignation from Amit Shah for remarks on B R Ambedkar. Congress criticizes BJP's allies TDP and JD(U) for their silence. They allege the BJP-led government's failure on diplomatic front regarding attacks on minorities in Bangladesh and accuse BJP of politicizing the issue.
