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NC MP Mehdi to protest outside J&K CM Omar Abdullah's office
National Conference MP Ruhullah Mehdi plans to protest outside J&K CM Omar Abdullah's office over the reservation policy. Mehdi aims to join others demanding answers from the government. Abdullah stated a sub-committee is reviewing the policy and will respect the High Court's eventual judgment on the matter.
Tripura's per capita income higher than Bengal: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted Tripura's increased per capita income, now at ?1.77 lakh, surpassing West Bengal's. He attributed this growth to the BJP's governance since 2018, contrasting it with the previous Left Front's neglect of Reang tribals. Shah also announced a new Central Detective Training Institute for the region's unique security challenges.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviews J&K security situation
Union Home Minister Amit Shah led a security review meeting in Jammu and Kashmir, the first since the recent assembly elections. The meeting, attended by top officials, focused on the security roadmap for 2025, addressing the sporadic terror incidents plaguing the region.
Omar to meet Shah; Cong to hold march for statehood
J&K Congress plans a protest march to Raj Bhavan for statehood restoration. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will meet Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting will address the statehood demand and other J&K concerns. The Congress protest will also highlight the Manipur situation and the Adani episode. This meeting precedes Shah's J&K review with the LG and officials.
National Conference govt lacks courage, doesn't even talk about prisoners: Mehbooba Mufti
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti attacked the ruling National Conference. She accused them of failing to address important regional matters. Mufti also criticized the BJP's 'One Nation One Election' proposal. She believes it undermines India's federal structure. Mufti highlighted her party's past efforts in addressing the Kashmir issue. She vowed to continue representing the people.
Congress apologised for Emergency but BJP silent on its actions: National Conference MP
Opposition MPs criticized the BJP for allegedly undermining the Constitution, citing the division of Jammu and Kashmir and the treatment of activists. They also raised concerns about economic inequality and the BJP's perceived attempts to promote a communal agenda, contrasting it with the Congress's apology for the Emergency.
Congress must earn its place as INDIA bloc leader, not take it for granted: Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the Congress to actively demonstrate its leadership within the INDIA bloc instead of presuming it. While acknowledging the Congress's pan-India presence, Abdullah emphasized that leadership must be earned. He also advised the Congress to champion the restoration of J&K's statehood.
Two power centres are recipe for disaster, says J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticized the dual governance model in the Union Territory, calling it a "recipe for disaster." He stressed the need for a unified leadership and restoration of statehood, citing promises made by Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah.
Third eye: Preparations in full swing, Pending ECI complaints in Maharashtra and Droher Film Festival against KIFF
Prime Minister Modi will preside over the 4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries. Meanwhile, Maharashtra's new government faces pending election complaints against both BJP and Congress presidents. In West Bengal, a 'Droher Film Festival' will protest the handling of a trainee doctor's rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical Hospital.
Experts demand tax relief for artefacts being brought back to India
Experts at the 106th National Convention of the Indian Numismatic Society in Mathura urged the government to reduce or eliminate the 33% customs duty on repatriated cultural artefacts. They argued that the current duty discourages private efforts to recover India's heritage, contrasting it with supportive policies in the UK and US.
DGP conference begins Friday; internal security, J-K, Khalistan issue to be discussed
The annual all-India conference of police heads starts in Bhubaneswar this Friday. It will cover internal security issues such as Jammu and Kashmir, and pro-Khalistan elements. Prime Minister Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and NSA Ajit Doval will attend. Topics like cyber crimes, AI tools, and drone threats will also be discussed.
COP29: Clean power must offer more hope to wean nations off fossil fuels
Rich nations struggle to offer compelling alternatives, highlighting the need for a substantial global investment in clean energy for developing countries.
Article 370 would not have been revoked had PDP not joined hands with BJP in 2014: NC leader Wani
National Conference leader Nasir Aslam Wani asserted that the revocation of Articles 370 and 35A could have been averted if the PDP hadn't partnered with the BJP in 2014. He accused the PDP of prioritizing political turmoil over the development and advancement of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Achievement proof of PM's popularity, strong leadership: CM Dhami on PM Modi conferred with Nigeria's national award
Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi received Nigeria's highest national honor, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON). Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami praised PM Modi's leadership. PM Modi was also presented with the 'Key to the City' of Abuja. This was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years.
Meritocracy being murdered in J&K by National Conference: PDP leader Iltija Mufti
Iltija Mufti criticized the National Conference for its reservation policy in Jammu and Kashmir. Mufti stated that the party's promises on reservation were not true. She pointed to an advertisement for paramedical courses at Anantnag's Government Medical College as evidence. The advertisement showed a limited number of seats available for open merit candidates.
J&K relaxes upper age limit for combined competitive exams of UT
The Jammu and Kashmir government raised the upper age limit for open merit candidates taking the Union Territory's combined competitive exams to 35 years from 30. Reserved category candidates will have an upper age limit of 37 years, while candidates with physical disabilities will have an upper age limit of 38 years.
Will run parallel government if J&K Speaker 'challenges sovereignty and integrity' of country: BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) threatened to establish a "parallel government" in Jammu and Kashmir if Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather continues actions they deem detrimental to India's sovereignty. The BJP criticized Rather's conduct, alleging he acted as a representative for a specific party rather than upholding the Assembly's dignity.
Article 370 will not be restored, J-K Assembly resolution attempt to divide India: BJP
The BJP condemned a resolution passed in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly seeking the restoration of special status, calling it an attempt to "divide India." BJP leader Smriti Irani criticized the resolution as an insult to Parliament and the Supreme Court's decision to revoke Article 370, accusing the INDIA bloc parties of supporting extremism and terrorism.
"Modi government is committed to building terror-free India": Union Minister Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced an upcoming two-day Anti-Terror Conference, emphasizing the Modi government's commitment to a terror-free India. Hosted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the conference aims to strengthen counter-terrorism strategies through interagency collaboration and expert insights, focusing on legal frameworks, prosecution, technology, and international cooperation.
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