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Nitish to lead charge in 2025 Bihar assembly polls: NDA
Bihar's ruling NDA dismissed speculation about reconsidering Nitish Kumar's leadership for the 2025 assembly polls. State party presidents clarified Amit Shah's recent statement, affirming Kumar's continued leadership. They emphasized their focus on strengthening coordination at all levels for the upcoming elections.
Nitish Kumar to lead NDA in 2025 assembly polls: Bihar BJP chief
Bihar BJP president Dilip Jaiswal confirmed that the NDA will contest the 2025 assembly polls under Nitish Kumar's leadership. This follows recent speculation about Kumar's future after Union Home Minister Amit Shah's evasive response regarding the NDA's election strategy. While Shah's remarks fueled rumors, Jaiswal insisted they were misinterpreted and reaffirmed the BJP's commitment to Kumar.
Canada denies linking PM Modi, Jaishankar, and NSA Doval to Nijjar case amid controversy
The Canadian government has denied reports that it believes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was involved in the alleged plot to kill Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. This follows a report in The Globe and Mail, which cited an unnamed Canadian official, prompting a strong denial from India's External Affairs Ministry.
Justin Trudeau extends wishes to Hindus on Diwali; shares a 'bracelet' anecdote amidst India-Canada tensions
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended Diwali wishes amid ongoing tensions with India. Trudeau shared a video explaining the significance of protective bracelets from recent Hindu temple visits. This follows statements about Canada's National Security Adviser disclosing information on India's alleged involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Such 'irresponsible' actions will have 'serious consequences' for bilateral ties: MEA on Canada's allegations against Amit Shah
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed Canada¡¯s allegations against Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday, stating that such "irresponsible actions will have serious consequences for bilateral ties." India recently summoned the Canadian High Commission's representative to protest what it described as "absurd and baseless references" to Shah made by Deputy Minister David Morrison.
Is Canada cutting the number of visas issued to Indians? What MEA says
India, concerned about its citizens in Canada, is closely monitoring the situation after Canada reduced the number of visas issued, impacting Indian students and professionals. Tensions escalate as Canada alleges Indian involvement in targeting Sikh separatists, which India strongly denies, warning of serious repercussions for bilateral ties.
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Royal Orchid Hotels reports PAT of Rs 50.82 cr for FY24
Royal Orchid Hotels Limited reported a total income of Rs 312.70 crore for FY 2024, up from Rs 279.69 crore in FY 2023. In Q4 FY 2024, the chain's total income was Rs 82.30 crore, up from Rs 76.54 crore in Q4 FY 2023.
Congress, RJD leaders did not attend Ram temple consecration because of 'Ghushpathiye' vote bank: Amit Shah
Shah accused Congress and RJD leaders of being scared that attending the ceremony would offend their vote bank. He also criticised the Congress-led opposition for raising fears about Pakistan's atomic power, stating, "Congress leader Manishankar Aiyar and ally Farooq Abdullah tried to scare us by saying that we cannot take back PoK because Pakistan has atom bombs. PoK belongs to India. It will remain so. We will claim it back."
Lok Sabha elections: Hazaribagh, BJP's citadel, sees fight without Sinha family for first time since 1998
Hazaribagh witnesses political changes as Manish Jaiswal replaces Jayant Sinha. Yashwant Sinha's support for J.P. Patel is crucial. Aashir Sinha's potential move to Congress adds complexity. Water scarcity at Patratu dam remains a pressing issue.
Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha Polls: If Congress battle cry is historical link, BJP bets on local factor in Raebareli
In his address here on Sunday, Union minister Amit Shah said if the essence of "400 paar" could be met with one seat, it was Raebareli. The remark underscores the perceptional value this seat carries in BJP's mission to trounce Congress, with Amethi already being vacated for a family 'representative' instead of a member.
BJP's first list of candidates for 2024 Lok Sabha Polls out; PM Modi to contest from Varanasi. Check full list here
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its initial list of candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha election, featuring over 195 names. Notable figures include Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 34 Union Ministers and Minister of States, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and two former Chief Ministers. The list includes 28 women, 27 SC, 57 OBC candidates, and 47 candidates below 50 years of age.
Bihar politics: Chirag Paswan meets with Amit Shah in Delhi; BJP, RJD and JDU hold separate meetings
Chirag Paswan, chief of Lok Janshakti Party, met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP National President JP Nadda to discuss the prevailing political situation in Bihar. Paswan expressed his concerns and received assurances from them. The alliance between the parties is considered positive, and more clarity will emerge in the coming days, said Paswan.
After opposition parties' meet, Nadda, Shah to visit Bihar
BJP President JP Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are scheduled to visit Bihar to motivate party workers, amid the efforts of opposition parties to join in the state. BJP Bihar Core Group organized a meeting to strengthen the organization before the Opposition parties' meeting on June 23, in Patna.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: Financial stability has helped me focus on cricket
He also scored his maiden IPL hundred ¨C 128 off 62 balls against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. It was an ¡°emotional moment¡± for him as it reminded him of the days when he used to live in Azad Maidan. Jaiswal speaks with Amit Chaudhary about his maiden IPL hundred, pre-season training, national team aspirations and more. Edited excerpts
IPL: Lucknow Super Giants gun down Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs
Chasing 155, RR were stopped at 144 for six as their return to the Sawai Mansingh Stadium after four years ended in disappointment, despite a creditable outing with the ball earlier in the evening.
Jairam Ramesh seeks CBI probe into Amit Shah's remark on Sangma government
In a letter to CBI Director Subodh Kumar Jaiswal, the Congress¡¯ Rajya Sabha member tagged the the director and tweeted : ¡°I have written to the Director of CBI asking CBI to question the Home Minister further on his categorical assertion that Conrad Sangma's Govt in Meghalaya was the most corrupt in the country-That of course did not prevent BJP from supporting the same Conrad Sangma again.¡±
Jairam Ramesh writes to CBI chief, seeks Amit Shah's quizzing over 'Sangma govt most-corrupt' remark
For some inexplicable reasons, the home minister, who is also the former national president of BJP, has failed to act upon the information about the corrupt practices and instances of the then Meghalaya government, Ramesh said in the letter dated March 21 which he tweeted Thursday.
'His political career began just 20 years ago': Nitish's fresh salvo at Shah
"The one whose name you people are taking, did he have any first-hand knowledge of what JP stood for? We had earned our spurs in the JP movement (of 1974). I do not want to attach any importance to those whose political career began just 20 years ago," said the JD(U) leader who had dumped the BJP two months ago.
JP's disciples sitting in Congress lap: Amit Shah while taking aim at Nitish Kumar
"Throughout his life, JP fought for principles and not power. JP fought the Congress. However, people who claim to be his disciples have changed sides five times to remain in power and are now in Congress lap," Shah said.
2-day trip: Amit Shah to visit Bihar¡¯s Seemanchal this week to address rally
With Shah's visit, BJP wants to challenge Nitish Kumar in an area where the party has been comparatively weaker in terms of electoral performance.
JD(U) flays Bihar BJP chief over population growth rate figures
"All BJP leaders, including Jaiswal, are engaged in inciting communal hatred among people in the state to derive political mileage... They (BJP) are doing this as Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Bihar on September 24," JD(U) leaders Neeraj Kumar and Arvind Nishad said in a statement on Friday.
After split from ally, BJP plans to go solo in Bihar
BJP is likely to balance the caste equation and make a EBC LoP and an upper caste deputy leader in the assembly. The announcement is likely to be made in 2-3 days. The tenure of BJP president Sanjay Jaiswal ends in October and in all likelihood he is likely to be replaced before his term ends.
BJP knew Nitish Kumar was leaving, but didn't figure out RJD angle
BJP is learnt to have got a sense from certain quarters that Nitish Kumar could jump the NDA ship yet again, but the party leadership could not fully anticipate his plan to form an alliance with JD.
Amit Shah attends valedictory session of BJP meet in Bihar
Shah quickly got into his car and drove straight to Gyan Bhavan auditorium, about five kilometres away, where he was joined by BJP president J P Nadda, among others, for the concluding ceremony. Shah is expected to visit the BJP state headquarters later in the day and meet the party's parliamentarians, legislators and other key leaders.
BJP Morcha's two-day national executive meet to begin in Patna on Saturday
During the two days meeting which will be inaugurated by Nadda, the party leaders will brainstorm over the role of Morcha in upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024. As BJP is focusing on adding dalit, minority and tribal vote bank, the meeting will discuss the outreach program to these communities by the SC, ST and minority morcha. Apart from that it will also discuss the participation and strengthening of the BJP Yuva and OBC Morcha.
Bihar BJP plans a big show of strength during Amit Shah visit on April 23
The Bihar BJP is planning a bog show during the visit of home minister Amit Shah on April 23 in Jagdishpur, Bihar for the ¡®Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav¡¯ program. Shah will pay tribute to freedom fighter Veer Kunwar Singh of Jagdishpur.
Seven in 10 employees want long-term incentives like esops and retention bonus: Survey
The Human Capital Survey, conducted by Grant Thornton Bharat among 16,700 employees, shows that 46% of the respondents said if given the option, they would opt for higher fixed salary even if their overall pay is reduced.
No dispute regarding NDA leader in Bihar: State BJP chief
The AIMIM was leading in four seats, the HAM in three, the BSP in two and the LJP in one. Independent candidates were ahead in four constituencies.
Congress members came to my seat, obstructed me from speaking: BJP's Sanjay Jaiswal on scuffle
As soon as the House met at 2 pm, opposition members started raising slogans from the Well against the government as opposition members vehemently protested over the violence in Delhi and demanded the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah. Jaiswal said Congress members approached him aggressively and placed the placard in front of his face.
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