Modi attacks Congress, says party is against OBCs “A change is in the air in Chhatisgarh,” PM Modi said while addressing a ‘Parivartan Maha Sankalp Rally’ at Bilaspur. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Rahul Gandhi calls M.P. ‘epicentre’ of corruption, promises caste-based census if voted to power The former Congress chief said though the BJP tries to showcase their OBC MPs and MLAs, the actual decision making lies with the ‘RSS, handful of government officials and capitalists’. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
BJP’s new lows and a tradition of communal lexicon BJP MP from South Delhi Ramesh Bhiduri let loose a barrage of abuse on BSP’s Kunwar Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha last week. In a letter to Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla, Ali said Bhiduri had hurled the “most foul, abusive invectives” at him. Among the flurry of epithets… Newslaundry · Sep 30, 2023
BJP's 'fake nationalism' visible yet again: Kharge on new disability pension rules for armed forces Congress chief Kharge slams BJP for new disability pension rules for armed forces personnel, alleging "fake nationalism" & "habitual offender" in working against welfare of jawans, ex-servicemen & veterans. Cites Agnipath Scheme, OROP-2 & withdrawal of "Non-Functional Utility" as proof. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Madhya Pradesh CM Chouhan promises job to each household in State if BJP retains power The announcement by Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan comes amid the opposition Congress’ constant criticism that the BJP government led by Mr. Chouhan has failed to address the issue of unemployment. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Hafta letters: Canada, Kashmir and internal biases Hi there! I am a long-time subscriber, and now really super pissed with your app… The main reason I subscribe to you is to keep journalism free of influence, and your podcasts…what is the point if I can’t even resume my podcast. Every time I pause the podcast your app… Newslaundry · Sep 30, 2023
Electoral bonds are 'legalised bribery', says Congress leader Chidambaram The Central government on September 29, 2023 approved the issuance of the 28th tranche of electoral bonds that will open for sale for 10 days beginning October 4. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
TV Newsance 228: Vivek Agnihotri’s The Vaccine War promotions aka fact-free primetime TV interviews It’s that time of the year when our usual suspects turn into marketing agents for the promotion of Vivek Agnihotri’s latest film. While Manipur simmered with tension, and BJP MP Ramesh Bhiduri got “rewarded” for his communal tirade in the Parliament, our primetime TV news anchors were busy promoting The… Newslaundry · Sep 30, 2023
BJP ready for polls in J&K to decimate opponents: Party leader Kavinder Gupta Kavinder Gupta says Omar Abdullah is living in fool’s paradise because the BJP’s accomplishments have changed the scenario not only in Jammu but also in Kashmir. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
State govt. will be held accountable for large-scale irregularities and corruption, says BJP leader BJP's Narayana urges AP govt & YSRCP to explain injustices & corruption. He claims inquiry by Union Ministry of Panchayat Raj revealed major irregularities & financial mismanagement. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Father of accused held for rape of 12-year-old girl in Ujjain seeks death penalty for son UJJAIN(MADHYA PRADESH): The father of the man arrested for allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain on Friday demanded capital punishment for his son, while the local bar association appealed that no lawyer should defend him in the court. The Times of India · Sep 29, 2023
Top Telangana news developments today top telangana news developments of the day The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023
Senior BJP leaders are scrambling to avoid fighting Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections: Congress BJP leaders from MP in race to avoid polls; CM Chouhan-Scindia duo scripted 'Hum To Dubenge Sanam Tumko Bhi Le Dubenge'; Congress leader Surjewala slams Govt. over Ujjain rape; people to teach Vijayvargiya lesson; Chouhan's CM tenure to end soon. The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023
Congress mocks Shivraj Singh Chouhan, asks if he would get ticket this time Congress takes potshots at CM Chouhan as his name not in BJP's 3 candidate lists. Ragini Nayak questions people's trust in him if his own party has no faith. Union Ministers Tomar, Patel and Vijayvargiya seen as possible contenders for CM post. Central BJP leaders not taking Chouhan's name in… The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Narmada floods: Congress demands SIT probe, higher compensation Gujarat Cong. demands probe into Narmada floods, seeks SIT to punish those responsible. Gov. asked to form SIT to investigate "man-made disaster" & provide special compensation package to flood-affected residents. BJP denies allegation, AAP terms floods "man-made".
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Former Congress MLC in U.P. booked for remarks on Union Minister Smriti Irani Former Congress MLC Deepak Singh booked by Amethi police for derogatory remarks against Union Minister Smriti Irani. BJP leader Keshav Singh filed NCR in Gauriganj police station. Video circulating of Singh using crass words against MP. Congress calls filing of complaint "nervousness" of BJP, terms ruling dispensation "dictatorial".
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 BJP leader’s message indicates the party accepting the reality of AIADMK’s exit BJP leader C.T. Ravi signals acceptance of AIADMK's exit from NDA, predicts LOTUS will BLOOM in Tamil Nadu. Supporters of Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai post celebratory messages, predicting victory under his leadership.
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 BJP will come to power again and bulldoze houses of law-breakers, says Yatnal BJP's Yatnal said that BJP will come to power again in Karnataka and they will use bulldozers to demolish houses of those who break the law. He also said that India's independence was due to Netaji's armed struggle, not Gandhi's non-violent Satyagraha. He said that Modi will come back to…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 NCM chief writes to Uttar Pradesh police over attack on a Sikh man NCM chief urges DGP-Uttar Pradesh to conduct fair investigation into attack on Sikh man. Victim thrashed at behest of BJP corporator, admitted in hospital under critical conditions.
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Will AIADMK accept if BJP seeks replacement of Palaniswami, says Panneerselvam Amidst speculations of AIADMK insisting BJP to replace State president, Panneerselvam questions AIADMK's locus standi. Ramachandran questions AIADMK's delay in calling out Annamalai's remarks. He also questions Palaniswami's individual aspiration to become CM. Panneerselvam says BJP in contact with him daily from Central leadership. He recalls Palaniswami's betrayal of BJP…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Lahar Singh tries to meet Tamil Nadu CM on Cauvery issue BJP leader from Karnataka and Rajya Sabha member Lahar Singh Siroya made an effort to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin by camping in Chennai for two days with an intention to convince him about the need to resolve the row over sharing of Cauvery river water through mutual…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Mob tries to storm Manipur CM’s home A mob tried to storm the residence of Manipur CM N. Biren Singh in Imphal East on September 28 evening, amid simmering anger over the murder of two Meitei students who went missing in July.
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Amit Shah, Nadda hold talks with Rajasthan BJP leaders before release of candidates’ list Amit Shah and J.P. Nadda held talks with BJP leaders in Jaipur to resolve differences and prepare for Rajasthan Assembly election. Union Ministers and MPs may be asked to contest. Leaders discussed ticket distribution, strategy and feedback on Parivartan Yatras. Central Election Committee to release first list of candidates next…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Suresh Gopi to take over as film institute president Actor & politician Suresh Gopi accepted Union govt's nomination as president of Kolkata-based SRFTI society & chairman of its governing council. He got assurance of no salary & liberties of a politician. He will lead BJP's protest march in Thrissur on October 2 & will not hinder Gandhi Jayanti rally.…
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Lalu meets Nitish Kumar amid talks of seat sharing RJD chief Lalu Prasad and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar met to discuss seat sharing in upcoming Lok Sabha election. They also discussed controversy over RJD MP's recitation of 'Thakur poem' and INDIA bloc's move to counter BJP and PM Modi