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My contest is against Lalu Prasad not Rohini, says Rajiv Pratap Rudy

Rajiv Pratap Rudy faces Lalu Prasad's daughter in Saran Lok Sabha seat, calling her a "dummy candidate."

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Hafta 479: Katchatheevu controversy, the role of India’s Election Commission

This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, and Manisha Pande are joined by ex-Chief Election Commissioner Dr SY Quraishi, and academic Professor R Manivannan.

Newslaundry

Uddhav Thackeray lambasts BJP, alleges party of corruption in electoral bonds issue

Uddhav Thackeray labels BJP as 'Bhrasht Janata Party' amid corruption allegations, sparking political feud in Maharashtra.

The Hindu

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Morning Digest | CAA Rules silent on fate of rejected applicants; BJP names candidates for 11 more Lok Sabha constituencies, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 31, 2024

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Congress targets Centre, BJP over CBI closure report in Air India corruption case during Praful Patel’s tenure

Pawan Khera alleged that the “BJP machine costs over ₹8,500 crore” - the money the ruling party got through electoral bonds.

The Hindu

CBI files closure report in Air India case linking Praful Patel

CBI submits closure report in corruption case involving Praful Patel during UPA-II regime, Rajya Sabha candidate nomination questioned.

The Hindu

Nitin Gadkari files nomination for Nagpur Lok Sabha seat, calls for strong support for NDA

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari files nomination for Nagpur Lok Sabha seat, confident of NDA retaining power, highlights infrastructural achievements.

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PM Modi reaches out to Muslim-dominated Lakshadweep, says it is small in size, big at heart

PM Modi visits Lakshadweep, promises development projects worth ₹1,150 crore.

The Hindu

Call to not ally with BJP was always clear, says Sharad Pawar

Sharad Pawar, NCP president, stated his party's clear stance of not joining hands with BJP. He also took a jibe at his nephew Ajit Pawar, who is now Deputy CM, saying that if anyone claimed it was party's policy, they should not be taken seriously. He also said that Praful…

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Advani turns 96; PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh visit him

Greeting LK Advani on his 96th birthday, PM Modi, Amit Shah, Venkaiah Naidu, Nitin Gadkari, Rajnath Singh, JP Nadda, S Jaishankar, Nirmala Sitharaman, Bhupender Yadav, Praful Patel and Anurag Thakur praised his dedication to nation-building and contribution to BJP.

The Hindu

Praful Patel says Ajit Pawar diagnosed with dengue, taking rest; quashes Deputy CM’s ‘resentment‘ rumours

Ever since he split the NCP, there has been much sabre-rattling and squabbling among the three allies

The Hindu

Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction appoints Sameer Bhujbal as Mumbai party president

NCP appoints Sameer Bhujbal as Mumbai unit chief; Chhagan Bhujbal says his nephew will help party regain prominent position in city. #NCP #Mumbai #SameerBhujbal #ChhaganBhujbal

The Hindu

‘No comments’, says Ajit Pawar after his rebel NCP faction leader Praful Patel clicks photo with Sharad Pawar

“I do not want to comment on it. This is not my job. I will only comment on development issues.”

The Hindu

Political intrigue on Kuttanad MLA’s complaint regarding “a plot to eliminate him” permeates debate in Kerala assembly

United Democratic Front (UDF) moved an adjournment motion seeking a discussion on Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Thomas K. Thomas, MLA’s complaint that a plot was afoot in his party to eliminate him.

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Ajit Pawar will eventually become Chief Minister, says Praful Patel

NCP's Ajit Pawar is a popular leader who will eventually have the chance to become Maharashtra's CM, says Praful Patel.

The Hindu

Analysis | A tale of two coups — Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction seeks to avoid Sena vs Sena bitterness

Two consecutive ‘surprise’ calls by the rebel faction on Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar have stupefied political pundits.

The Hindu

Post-rebellion, Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction calls on Sharad Pawar, entreats him to think about party unity

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar along with some other Ministers from his Nationalist Congress Party camp met NCP president Sharad Pawar, in first such meeting since Ajit rebelled against his uncle and joined the Eknath Shinde government

The Hindu

Chhagan Bhujbal says rebellion stemmed from Sharad Pawar’s own family and not because of him

He pointed out that former Union Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Praful Patel, a colleague of Mr. Sharad Pawar in Delhi, Mr. Ajit Pawar, his nephew, and Dilip Walse-Patil, a close aide, were all connected to the internal discord.

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NCP split a reminder of succession battles in regional parties

The NCP split revives succession battles in the regional party. Get insights into the ongoing political shift exclusively on The Hindu.

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Ajit Pawar’s faction brushes off NCP working committee decision

NCP leader Praful Patel on July 7 said the party had not broken up, and Ajit Pawar was unanimously appointed as party president by its legislature and organisational wings on June 30.

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Maharashtra Politics: With Kattappa-Bahubali poster, NCP student wing takes ‘gaddar’ jibe at Ajit Pawar

The student wing of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) strung up a poster outside the Delhi office depicting the iconic betrayal scene from the film Baahubali. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

NCP factional war reaches Election Commission

The factional fight of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has reached the doorstep of the Election Commission with the group led by Ajit Pawar filing over 40 affidavits of MLAs and MPs in his support. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

"More than 40 MLAs are with us": Ajit camp leader Chhagan Bhujbal

Leader of Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Chhagan Bhujbal, on Wednesday claimed the support of more than 40 MLAs as rival factions sought control over the party. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

NCP crisis: Ajit Pawar unfurls party flag ahead of meeting; "We have everyone with us," says Praful Patel

Leader of Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) faction, Praful Patel, on Wednesday, claimed the support of the "bulk" of the party's legislators stating there was "no need to worry." Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

NCP crisis: Supriya Sule reaches YB Chavan Centre for meeting called by Sharad Pawar

The crisis in NCP is escalating with the two factions calling separate meetings on Wednesday in an apparent show of strength. Read further on Dynamite News:

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