The Latest Breaking News from Bharatiya Janata Party

Left AAP as I wasn't being heard, don't care about labels: Harbhajan Singh

Harbhajan Singh explained his move from AAP to BJP citing unaddressed concerns within his former party. He felt his ideas for sports promotion were not heard by the Aam Aadmi Party leadership. Protests occurred at his home after he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party this April. Singh questioned AAP's unfulfilled…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Govt was scared, rattled during Monsoon Session; oppn unity was on display: Congress

The Congress party stated the Modi government appeared scared and rattled during the recent Monsoon Session. Opposition unity was evident throughout the parliamentary proceedings, according to party leaders. Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah were largely absent from the session. Several proposed bills were deferred due to opposition pressure…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Rahul Gandhi moves SC against Allahabad HC order on assets probe

Rahul Gandhi has approached the Supreme Court challenging a high court order. The Allahabad High Court directed probes into allegations of disproportionate assets against him. The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear Gandhi's plea on August seventeenth. The high court expressed dissatisfaction with the CBI's earlier response and probe progress.…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

CJP's Saurav Das alleges 'intimidation' by Puducherry police; official rejects claim as false

A CJP spokesperson alleged police visited his family's home in Puducherry. He claimed the visit was an act of intimidation by the government. Puducherry police stated the visit was a routine security exercise. They denied any harassment or intimidation of the family members. The spokesperson vowed the action would not…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Congress running away from discussion on student protests, afraid of facing Amit Shah: Nabin

BJP President Nitin Nabin accused opposition parties of avoiding parliamentary discussions on student protests. He stated they fear Home Minister Amit Shah's factual arguments which leave them speechless. The opposition's attitude throughout the session exposed their anarchic and anti-democratic thinking. They initially demanded youth issue discussions but later backed out…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Row erupts over 'shuddhikaran' after Mallikarjun Kharge's rally in Haldwani; Congress, BJP trade charges

A heated political clash erupted between Congress and BJP over a controversial purification ceremony. Congress accused a BJP-affiliated group of conducting the rituals based on Mallikarjun Kharge's caste, to which the BJP retaliated, claiming such allegations were aimed at defaming them. The BJP further asserted that slogans used during the…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Bengal Assembly passes twin Bills to raise Kolkata wards to 209, Howrah to 68

West Bengal Assembly approved legislation to increase civic body wards in Kolkata and Howrah. Elections for these municipal corporations are anticipated after the current festive season concludes. The government also announced a master plan for Howrah, focusing on infrastructure improvements. Financial assistance for Assam flood victims and increased medical allowances…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

How Gen Z and India’s Cockroach Janata Party are successfully challenging Narendra Modi

Gen Z protesters have taken to the streets in mass numbers in South Asia in recent years — particularly in Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, leading to regime change in those countries. These protests are part of a broader, global Gen Z movement.

The Conversation · Aug 12

CJP being refused venue for meeting due to pressure from BJP, alleges Dipke

A Cockroach Janta Party meeting in Delhi was cancelled Wednesday. Organizers claimed the banquet hall revoked the booking due to pressure. They alleged the ruling BJP intimidated venues against hosting their events. This development follows the CJP announcing its national team recently. The CJP previously led a protest at Jantar…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Season 2 of Jantar Mantar to start very soon: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke

Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke announced a new protest soon. He called this upcoming event "Season 2 of Jantar Mantar." Dipke alleged venue owners faced pressure from above to deny them space. He accused the BJP of orchestrating these alleged threats and pressures. The CJP will now embark on…

The Economic Times · Aug 12