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Nothing Hindu about what the BJP does: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi hit out at BJP in Paris, saying they are out to get power at any cost and have nothing to do with Hinduism. He stressed Opposition's fight to defend India's democratic structures and that 60% of India voted for them. He said India is defined as "India that…

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BJP hiding poor people and animals from G-20 dignitaries: Rahul Gandhi

Congress accuses Govt of covering up/demolishing slums & rounding up stray animals ahead of G-20 Summit. Rahul Gandhi says "no need to hide India's reality from our guests". Jairam Ramesh attacks PM, shares videos of cruelty towards stray dogs. Congress demands justice for voiceless victims.

The Hindu

Six Opposition CMs may skip G-20 dinner hosted by President

Opposition leaders to skip G-20 dinner hosted by President Murmu; Former Prime Ministers Manmohan Singh and Deve Gowda cite poor health; 3 Congress Chief Ministers, Telangana CM K. Chandrashekar Rao, Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan won't attend.

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INDIA wins four seats, BJP three in Assembly bypolls

INDIA bloc of Opposition parties wins four seats in first bypolls; BJP wins three. TMC, CPI(M) and JMM win one each. BJP retains Bageshwar and Dhanpur, wrests Boxanagar from CPI(M). SP wins Ghosi, JMM retains Dumri. Congress-UDF wins Puthuppally, TMC wins Dhupguri. BJP, INDIA bloc evenly divided; BJP loses Dhupguri…

The Hindu

Mohammad Akbar Lone, 75, is a senior NC MP and former MLA in Sonawari, Kashmir. His brusque remarks & uncouth behaviour have caused controversies, but he remains popular in his constituency. His son, Hilal, was arrested under UAPA for a speech during DDC elections. Despite controversies, the Lones remain popular…

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Letters to The Editor — September 8, 2023

Readers’ mail to The Hindu’s Letters to The Editor

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Analysis | AAP’s flip-flop on panchayats in Punjab reflects poorly on govt.’s style of working

On August 10, the Punjab government issued a notification dissolving all gram panchayats, panchayat samitis, and zila parishads in the State. Days later it reverted its ‘technically flawed’ decision. Soon after the notification, the government faced stiff resistance to its decision from the Opposition, including the Congress, the Shiromani Akali…

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India that is Bharat: On a name game

The needless juxtaposition of the two names India and Bharat should not affect the bonding of Indians in the pursuit of a misplaced cultural combat

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‘Sleaze buster’ Sir Chris Bryant joins Labour frontbench

Sir Keir Starmer has appointed him as shadow minister for creative industries and digital.

The Independent UK

What is the agenda for Special Session of Parliament, INDIA parties ask govt.

Opposition parties demand Modi government spell out agenda for special session of Parliament; Congress decides Sonia Gandhi will write to PM on issues to be raised; 24 parties of INDIA bloc to take part; issues of price rise, unemployment, Chinese transgressions, Sanatana Dharma, floods in Himachal and Northeast to be…

The Hindu

‘Bharat’ replaces ‘India’ in G-20 invite from President

Government sources told The Hindu that all talk of a formal action in the upcoming session of Parliament to change the name of India was “rubbish”.

The Hindu

OPINION - Keir Starmer’s new-look Labour is fashioned in the hope of power

When Keir Starmer offered the role of chief of staff to Sue Gray, the senior civil servant who oversaw the partygate inquiry, he craved an organiser on his inner team who understood the interlocking levers of Whitehall — and the pitfalls of operating them.

Evening Standard

Did Opposition INDIA bloc’s meeting in Mumbai decide on targeting Sanatana Dharma, ask BJP leaders

BJP attacks DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin for his remarks on Sanatana Dharma; Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Arjun Ram Meghwal, Dharmendra Pradhan and Anurag Thakur demand INDIA alliance apologise. Shobha Karandlaje calls for Stalin to sack his son. Udhayanidhi likened Sanatana Dharma to "coronavirus, malaria, and dengue fever" and said it…

The Hindu

Starmer gives deputy Rayner levelling-up brief in Labour reshuffle

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner will shadow Levelling-Up Secretary Michael Gove in her new role.

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Fronts accuse each other of running a recriminatory campaign at Puthuppally

Campaign for Puthuppally by-election sees major fronts accusing each other of running a highly recriminatory campaign. Opposition leader Satheesan accuses CPI(M) of targeting Oommen Chandy's family, while LDF raises cyber attacks against Jaick C. Thomas' wife. Minister Vasavan accuses KPCC president of derogatory remarks against CM. Congress denies allegations in…

The Hindu

Mallikarjun Kharge calls meeting of INDIA bloc floor leaders on September 5 ahead of Parliament’s Special Session

After three meetings, spread across Patna, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, the INDIA bloc has come together to take on the BJP at various fora and plan to unitedly contest the 2024 Lok Sabha election.

The Hindu

PM Modi interview | BJP hails PM’s vision, Opposition flags unemployment

In the interview, Prime Minister Modi said his government’s decision to host G-20 events across the country is an investment in capacity-building among people, cities and institutions.

The Hindu

Ghosi bypoll to see first INDIA bloc-BJP clash in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh's Ghosi bypoll is a major showdown between BJP and INDIA bloc, with leaders of both sides campaigning for their candidates. SP, Congress, Left parties, AAP, and NDA allies are all involved. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav is actively involved in INDIA alliance activities. A win for SP will strengthen…

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INDIA bloc resolves to hold seat-sharing talks

Mumbai summit of Opposition INDIA bloc resolves to start seat-sharing talks immediately”; but sources said the meeting also witnessed differences over caste census

The Hindu

Countdown to the end of the fascist BJP regime has begun, says Stalin

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin alleges BJP's rule has shown "scant regard" for democratic ethos, and is a threat to democracy. He claims Modi govt has least respect for Parliament, courts, and has turned premier agencies into its "hit squad". INDIA alliance of 28 parties formed to protect India's sovereignty, dignity,…

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Opposition parties allege BJP's nine-year rule has shown disregard for democratic ethos; 17-yr-old dies in accident at incense manufacturing unit; 30-yr-old security guard injured while cleaning licensed gun. INDIA bloc of Opp. parties condemn BJP's undermining of democracy, while teenager and security guard suffer accidents.

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INDIA Mumbai Meet: Be prepared for more attacks, raids by central agencies, Kharge warns opposition leaders

Kharge also said that the BJP government will ‘misuse’ the central agencies as much as the Opposition alliance will gain ground. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

At INDIA dinner, several leaders call for a quick bite into election season

INDIA bloc urged to pick up pace, decide seat-sharing formula. Leaders discuss special session of Parliament, common manifesto, coordination committee, logo.

The Hindu

Three-day public Ganeshotsav at Idgah Maidan in Hubballi

Municipal Corp. of Hubballi-Dharwad allows public celebration of Ganesh festival at Idgah Maidan, despite opposition from Congress members. Mayor Veena Baradwad ruled that the issue was passed, and Commissioner Eshwar Ullagaddi said the resolution will be sent to State govt. for ratification. Last year, High Court upheld the decision to…

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"2 more regional parties to join INDIA": Sena (UBT) MP ahead of third Oppn meet today

Ahead of the third meeting of the Opposition alliance — INDIA — in Mumbai, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) MP Anil Desai on Thursday said two more Maharashtra-based regional parties will join the bloc. Read further on Dynamite News:

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