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Gyanesh Kumar CEC controversy: Oppn cries ‘act of treason’, arrest calls as alleged 14 internal objections within EC ignite SIR row

Opposition attacks on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar escalated following allegations of electoral manipulation and irregularities. Congress leaders called for criminal prosecution and demanded the resignation of the CEC amid serious accusations. The Election Commission defended its internal decision-making processes amid reports of dissent from other commissioners. Various political leaders…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Akhilesh Yadav slams 'bulldozer action' in Ayodhya, promises compensation if Samajwadi Party returns to power

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav admonished the recent demolition drive in Ayodhya by the Uttar Pradesh Government and alleged that poor families are being uprooted and deprived of their homes and livelihood. He promised to compensate them if his party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh. Yadav said he never…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

BJP wants to turn 2027 UP polls into Hindu-Muslim contest: Shivpal Yadav

Shivpal Yadav expressed concerns about the BJP's attempts to create a Hindu-Muslim divide during elections. He emphasized that the Samajwadi Party aims to focus on development and social justice. Yadav also highlighted allegations that the state government discriminates against minorities and backward classes. Additionally, he pointed out increasing issues like…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

SP MP Iqra Hasan placed under house arrest before visit to Saharanpur as administration demolishes illegal mosque at DM office complex

An illegal mosque was demolished at the Saharanpur Collectorate complex following a court order. Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan was placed under house arrest to prevent her visit. The administration upheld the City Magistrate's order after dismissing an appeal by the mosque committee. Additional security forces were deployed due to…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

Akhilesh Yadav slams Yogi's promise of 'one lakh jobs' months before UP assembly polls

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s promise to provide one lakh jobs, saying the announcement comes ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections and before the model code of conduct is expected to take effect. He also accused the BJP government of corruption and failing…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

People will wipe out Samajwadi Party in next UP assembly polls: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticised the Samajwadi Party's agenda. He claimed the opposition party neglected the needs of the poor. Adityanath announced increased benefits for mid-day meal cooks in government schools. He stated his government prioritises the state's development and public safety. The Chief Minister vowed to permanently…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

'The fight is against BJP': Akhilesh Yadav says SP won't break alliances

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav affirmed his party's commitment to existing alliances. He accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party of pursuing policies that benefit large business groups. Yadav highlighted rising prices of essential commodities and questioned government claims on per capita income. He also alleged deliberate weakening of primary education…

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Samajwadi Party leader among 14 sentenced to life imprisonment in Raebareli murder case

A district court sentenced fourteen people to life imprisonment for a 2019 murder case. Two other individuals were acquitted due to insufficient evidence presented. The court also imposed a fine of thirty-five thousand rupees on each convict. The victim, Aditya Singh, was found dead near Garhi Khas in October 2019.…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

Akhilesh Yadav attacks Centre over E20 petrol, cites CEA's reported backing for E10

Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav questioned the government's stance on E20 petrol. He cited an economic adviser's reported concerns about potential vehicle damage. Yadav stated motorists face higher maintenance costs due to the new fuel blend. The government introduced E20 petrol to reduce emissions and oil imports.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

A fake E20 bandh, anchors off air, and a mystery yet to be solved

Through the first week of July, Instagram reels began warning of a ‘Bharat Bandh’. Many were alarmist. Thumbnails urged people “not to step out of home”, said India was “on high alert”, and claimed public services would be disrupted on July 15. The shutdown, they said, was about E20 petrol.

Newslaundry · Aug 17