BJD CONGRESS QUESTION
Individuals linked to Adani bribery case associated with Congress, alleges Andhra BJP chief
Andhra Pradesh BJP president D Purandeswari claims that individuals allegedly involved in the Adani Group bribery case are linked to the Congress party. She highlights alleged connections between Adani and Congress figures, and points to Power Sale Agreements signed during the terms of governments she claims were close to the Congress as potentially related to the allegations.
Congress, BJD question Adani's land purchase in Odisha, company says it's for afforestation
The Adani Group's recent land acquisition near Odisha's Gandhamardhan hills has sparked controversy. While the group claims the land is for afforestation, opposition parties suspect mining intentions, prompting concerns from locals and political leaders.
Charges against Adani: BJP slams Congress, questions timing of development
The BJP countered Congress's demand for a probe into the Adani Group's alleged bribery scandal, highlighting that the alleged bribes occurred under opposition-ruled states' governance. The BJP emphasized the need to respect legal processes and refrain from politicizing the issue.
BJD joins opposition against govt, YSR Congress slams Opposition for disrupting PM Modi's speech
During the first session of Parliament in Modi government's third term, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) aligned with the opposition, criticising the ruling party, while the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) maintained a supportive stance towards the Centre. Both parties, facing recent setbacks, hold significant influence in the Rajya Sabha.
Modi ends 24-year reign of Naveen Patnaik in Odisha: Three reasons behind BJD's downfall
The BJD, which has been in power in Odisha since 2000, was stunned by the saffron surge in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The Naveen Patnaik-led party, which had won 113 seats in the assembly in the 2019 elections, managed to get only 51 seats, followed by Congress with 14 seats, CPI(M) with one seat, and Independents with three seats.
India bloc govt will waive farm loans, scrap Agniveer scheme: Rahul Gandhi
Addressing an election rally at Simulia in Bhadrak Lok Sabha seat, Gandhi vowed to save the Constitution and democracy and announced that the INDIA bloc government would legalise MSP on foodgrains, waive farm loans and scrap the Agniveer scheme.
Constitution, democracy will be in danger if BJP returns to power: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, warning that if the BJP returns to power, democracy and the Constitution will be at risk. Speaking at election rallies in Odisha, Kharge expressed concerns about the reservation policy for SC, ST, and OBCs and highlighted issues like high unemployment rates and vacant government posts. He questioned Modi's unfulfilled promises and accused him of neglecting important issues. Kharge also criticized the BJP's Gujarat model and alleged an alliance between the BJP and BJD in Odisha. He advised Naveen Patnaik to maintain distance from the BJP.
Special committee to be formed to investigate Naveen Babu's deteriorating health after June 10, says PM Modi
The chief of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the Rajkot game zone fire, which killed 27 people, announced that they have been authorized to question senior IAS and IPS officials if necessary. This decision follows a review meeting with Gujarat's Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghavi. The Rajkot collector also confirmed that DNA samples of all victims have been matched with their relatives.
"Should I take care of relationships or worry about Odisha's future?": PM Modi on not allying with Patnaik
PM Modi is confident of BJP forming a government in Odisha, where assembly elections are being held simultaneously with the Lok Sabha polls. Modi said that he prioritised Odisha's welfare over personal relationships, and criticised the current bJD government's lack of progress. He predicted a BJP Chief Minister in Odisha by June 10.
"Will bring those who looted Ratna Bhandaar to justice": Amit Shah lays into BJD, CM Patnaik
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised PM Narendra Modi for development efforts, criticizing the Naveen Patnaik-led BJD government in Odisha for leaving 1.5 lakh government posts vacant. Shah promised women vouchers, monthly aid for elderly, widows, disabled, and annual cash benefits for fisherfolk. He accused BJD of looting the Jagannath Temple's Ratna Bhandaar and vowed to bring corrupt officials to justice within 100 days if BJP wins. Shah also criticized Congress for not resolving the Ayodhya dispute in 70 years. Odisha's elections are ongoing, with results on June 4.
People in Odisha have made up mind for change, difficult for BJD to survive: Modi
PM Modi anticipates significant BJP gains in Odisha amid intense anti-incumbency against Biju Janata Dal. Voters inclined towards change in assembly polls alongside parliamentary elections. Anti-Patnaik sentiment fuels positive BJP support. BJP's rise to top spot after hard work highlighted.
BJP, BJD in cahoots with each other: Congress
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of a "marriage" with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJD) and questioned his party's association with the ruling BJD. Ramesh questioned why the Mahanadi and Kathajodi rivers have been poisoned under Modi Sarkar's rule and why the poorest in Odisha are being exploited through the Goods and Services Tax (GST).
There is no 'lehar', only 'zehar' in PM's language: Jairam Ramesh
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming there is no wave in his favour but only poison in his language. He stated that BJP's influence is declining in different regions of India. Ramesh accused BJD and BJP of having a secret alliance in Odisha and highlighted Congress as the only alternative.
Daughter of Odisha commands all three wings of military, says PM Modi in Balangir
"Today, the daughter of Odisha commands all three wings of the military. The daughter of Odisha is the pride of the nation and shaping the direction of the nation. Today, a daughter of Odisha holds the highest position in the nation. It's all happening due to the strength of your vote, Modi is just a medium," the Prime Minister said while addressing a public meeting in Odisha's Balangir on Saturday.
"Need 400 seats so that Congress can never rebuild Babri Masjid:" Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma rallies for BJP, aiming for 400 Lok Sabha seats to deter Congress from rebuilding Babri Masjid. He predicts PM Modi's re-election and BJP forming Odisha government. BJP's victory anticipated in Odisha polls.
VK Pandian: Why is Naveen Patnaik's right hand man under fire from PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi
VK Pandian, a former IAS officer hailing from Tamil Nadu, has emerged as a central figure within the BJD party. His rapid ascent and perceived alignment with CM Naveen Patnaik have drawn both attention and criticism from opposition leaders, sparking debates about Odia identity and leadership in the state. As Pandian assumes a key role in the party's campaign machinery, his influence and potential succession to Naveen's legacy are under intense scrutiny.
Naveen Patnaik has concrete plan to take Odisha to top; BJD to sweep polls: V K Pandian
"People are so much in love with him and they appreciate his work. They know the state is in safe hands and their progress is guaranteed with Naveen Babu at the helm of affairs," said Pandian, who served as the chief minister's private secretary before quitting his nearly 25-year-long bureaucratic career last year to join the BJD.
I'm a practicing Hindu, never ate beef, says Curly Tales founder Kamiya Jani
Social media influencer Kamiya Jani, who faced controversy after visiting the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, clarified her stance in a video, asserting that she is a Hindu, never consumed beef, nor promoted it. Jani, the founder of Curly Tales, visited the temple to seek blessings and highlight its infrastructure development.
BJD opposes no-confidence motion against govt, calls Manipur violence legacy issue
The BJD on Tuesday opposed the no-confidence motion against the government on the Manipur violence, saying what happened in the state is due to "legacy issues" running back several decades. Participating in the debate in Lok Sabha, Biju Janata Dal MP Pinaki Misra said it is out of the question for the BJD to support any motion brought by the Congress.
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