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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary at Veer Bhumi

Opposition's plan to finish me politically won’t work, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

CM Siddaramaiah on Monday asserted that he would come clean in the ongoing political and legal battle against the Opposition parties as their machinations to finish him politically would not succeed.

On the sidelines of the inauguration of an event here, Siddaramaiah said, “The Opposition parties are under the illusion that if I am finished politically, the entire Congress will get finished. It (their game plan) will not be realised.”

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Supreme Court to hear BRS leader K Kavitha's bail pleas today

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Tuesday BRS leader K Kavitha's pleas seeking bail in corruption and money laundering cases linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.

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PM's thinking in support of reservation, says Paswan after opposing lateral entry

If CM says I created hindrance in decision to be taken for the Maratha community, I will resign

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis said, "The Chief Minister has all the rights. No minister is bigger than the Chief Minister. The CM & I work together. I stand with him with all my strength and as far as these allegations are concerned, I will ask Jarange Patil to ask this question to the Chief Minister. If the Chief Minister says that I created a hindrance in the decision to be taken for the Maratha community, I will resign from my post and also announce my retirement from politics..."

AIMIM offers to join hands with MVA 'to defeat BJP' in Maharashtra assembly polls

The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is keen to join hands with the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance in Maharashtra with an aim to defeat the BJP that is currently ruling the state along with two other parties, former MP Imtiaz Jaleel has said.

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Congress MLA Zeeshan Siddique discusses constituency-related issues with Ajit Pawar

On meeting Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, Congress MLA Zeeshan Siddique said, "I went to discuss constituency-related issues with the Deputy CM."

When asked about his future course of action in assembly polls, he said, "Congress is sidelining me and giving ambiguous messages...When I was in MVA I was always stopped from working...Whatever they say I will do it."

Priyank Kharge questions BJP protest against Siddaramaiah

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi leaves for Raebareli, his Parliamentary constituency

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Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Raebareli MP Rahul Gandhi is enroute to meet the family of Arjun Pasi who was shot dead few days back. The family members are hoping for justice, reported PTI.

'PM Modi visiting Ukraine is an achievement,' says Shashi Tharoor hoping for 'larger cause of peace'

'I have full faith in the judiciary', says Siddaramaiah against alleged MUDA scam

On Karnataka Governor sanctions prosecution of him in alleged MUDA scam, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, "BJP is politically motivated. I have full faith in the judiciary."

'Don't understand lengthy counters in such matters': SC adjourns bail plea hearing of BRS leader K Kavitha

The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned bail plea hearing of BRS leader K Kavitha in connection to the Delhi Excise Policy Case.

"We do not understand this tendency of (lengthy) counters in bail matters. In High Courts case diary is placed and then decided (finally)," the apex court noted.

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Congress leaders pay floral tribute former PM Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary

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Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, party MP K C Venugopal and other senior leaders pay floral tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary, at Central Hall of the Samvidhan Sadan (Old Parliament).

Will file response to K Kavitha's bail plea by Aug 22, ED tells Supreme Court

BRS leader K Kavitha.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that it will file its response to BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam by August 22.

Kharge, Rahul to visit Jammu, Srinagar on Aug 21, 22 for party meet ahead of assembly polls

Every BJP worker is ready to form the government in Haryana for third time: Gian Chand Gupta

"In view of the Haryana Assembly election, every BJP worker has been having discussions and preparations on booth level. Now, in the final period of elections, every BJP worker is ready to form BJP government in Haryana for third time," said Haryana Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta.

Data released recently reveals that the unique registered investor base of the NSE with unique PANs has crossed 10 crores: Jairam Ramesh

'PM should understand now he is running a coalition govt and make any decision by taking opinions of his allies: Pawan Khera

India and Malaysia exchange MoUs, agreements in presence of PM Narendra Modi and Malaysian PM Dato’ Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, at Hyderabad House in Delhi

We must increase our cooperation in the field of new technology areas, says PM Modi in Delhi

Allegations made by BJP on Siddaramaiah are politically motivated, says Pawan Khera

On allegations against Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA scam, Congress leader Pawan Khera said, "Allegations made by BJP on Siddaramaiah are politically motivated and have no truth in them. They (BJP) had tried to disturb our elected govt in Himachal Pradesh, the same in Maharashtra and also in Jharkhand."

Visited Delhi for 'personal work', says Champai Soren; debunks rumours of joining BJP

Rahul Gandhi arrives in Raebareli, to meet family of Dalit man shot dead recently

Congress party's fight foiled BJP's plans, claims Kharge after Modi govt U-turn on lateral entry

We will protect Constitution, reservation at all costs: Rahul after govt's lateral entry U-turn

Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said the Congress will protect the Constitution and the reservation system at all costs and foil "conspiracies" of the BJP.

He took to Twitter and wrote, "We will protect the Constitution and the reservation system at all costs.

"We will foil conspiracies like BJP's 'lateral entry' at any cost.

I am saying it again - by breaking the 50 per cent reservation limit, we will ensure social justice on the basis of caste count. "

Rahul Gandhi meets family of Dalit man killed in Raebareli, says will ensure justice

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday met the family of a 22-year-old Dalit man who was shot dead in Salon area recently, and said he would ensure the family gets justice.

Gandhi claimed that people in the area were angry because no action was being taken against the "mastermind" behind the killing.

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Whenever Devendra Fadnavis assumes the post of home minister, law & order has failed in the state, says Supriya Sule

NCP (SCP) MP Supriya Sule commented on the incident of alleged sexual assault of two girls at a school in Badlapur. She said, "It's the mismanagement of Maharashtra government, what is the government doing?

"Maharashtra Police has one of the best systems in the country. However, Crime is rising in the state.

The responsibility of crime falls on the home ministry. Thus, the home ministry and the education ministry must give an answer.

"I have seen the statement made by the CM, but where is the home minister's statement? It's a failure of law & order.

"Whenever Devendra Fadnavis assumes the post of home minister, law & order has failed in the state."

Decision to align lateral entry with principles of reservation shows PM's commitment to social justice, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw commented on Modi government's lateral entry U-turn. He said, “Today, PM Modi has showed his commitment to Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Constitution with a very important decision to implement the principles of reservation in the very transparent method of lateral entry in UPSC.

"PM Modi has always expressed his commitment towards social justice. He gave a constitutional status to OBC Commission and implemented principles of reservation in medical admissions, at Sainik schools, etc.”

Fadnavis orders Thane Police Commissioner to suspend senior police inspector, assistant sub-inspector and head constable of Badlapur police station

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered the Thane Police Commissioner to immediately suspend the senior police inspector, assistant sub-inspector and head constable of Badlapur police station who delayed action in the initial stage of the Badlapur incident.

Government is trying to get the case to fast-track court so victim's family can get justice, Devendra Fadnavis on Badlapur case

The incident of rape in Badlapur is very serious, I strongly condemn this incident. The state government has formed an SIT under the leadership of a woman officer of IG rank to investigate the case.

"The government is trying to get the case to the fast-track court so that the victim's family can get justice as soon as possible." said Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra Deputy CM.

With the scrapping of lateral entry, PM Modi has once again won the trust of society: Chirag Paswan

Chirag Paswan addressed the media regarding the issue of lateral entry and said, "As the issue of Lateral entry came to our notice, I have been holding discussions with various departments. I also kept my views in front of the Prime Minister.

"Congress governments along with other parties in alliance have introduced lateral entries in the past.

However, the opposition is trying to create an atmosphere that this situation is being introduced for the first time.

Today the advertisement for the lateral entry recruitment has been cancelled. I and LJP (Ram Vilas) thank PM Modi for it. He has once again won the trust of the society."

Week-long Onam celebrations have been cancelled. This is a time to stand for Wayanad: CM Pinarayi Vijayan

On rehabilitation work in landslides-hit Wayanad, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said, "Rehabilitation efforts in the wake of the Wayanad landslide are progressing.

"The Chief Secretary has been assigned to oversee this process. There will not be any delay. Currently, 219 people are in relief camps, while the rest have moved to rented houses. The government will provide the rent for their accommodation."

He further added, "Week-long Onam celebrations have been cancelled. This is a time to stand together for Wayanad."

People of Maharashtra have worked in all fields and there is a feeling of helping others here, Mallikarjun Kharge addresses party worker

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge addressed party workers on the occasion of ‘Sadbhavna Diwas’ in Mumbai and said, “This is the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi becoming Congress president. He accepted the post in Belgaum when it was a part of Bombay state.

"He became the president only once and that too here. So, Maharashtra has a long history in political, social and other spheres. People of Maharashtra have worked in all fields and there is a feeling of helping others here.”

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participate in India-Japan 2+2 dialogue

BJP is like 'poison', no need to taste it, says Congress president Kharge.

Badlapur incident will be speedily investigated: Devendra Fadnavis

Devendra Fadnavis said, "Badlapur unfortunate incident will be speedily investigated and the case will be processed in the fast track court.

"It has been decided to appoint senior lawyer Ujwal Nikam as a special public prosecutor."

Some provisions should be welcomed by everyone, such as making the income and expenses of the Waqf transparent: Alok Kumar, International President of Vishwa Hindu Parishad

Alok Kumar, International President of Vishwa Hindu Parishad commented on Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. and said, "In my opinion, the government's decision to send the Waqf Amendment Bill to the Joint Parliamentary Committee is appropriate. I believe in the coming two to three months, there should be a serious discussion in the country on this issue.

"Some provisions should be welcomed by everyone, such as making the income and expenses of the Waqf transparent, as well as ensuring that the land and properties are being used properly.

"Reforms were necessary, and having all land records registered should not be objected to by anyone," he said.

PM Modi did not raise the issue of extradition of Zakir Naik, says Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim

On the question regarding the extradition of Zakir Naik, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim says, "It was not raised by the prime minister. He did raise it many years back.

"But the issue is much larger than that. I'm not talking about one person, I'm talking about the sentiment of extremism, of compelling cases and evidence that suggests the atrocities committed by an individual or groups or parties.

These are of concern to us. The atrocities of Israeli forces in Gaza, that is real. We are open to any ideas and if evidence is submitted, we will not condone terrorism. But we have to produce a compelling case to support it. We have been tough. We've been working together with India on many of these issues against terrorism. But I don't think one case should deter us from further collaboration and enhancing our bilateral cooperation."

India and Malaysia on Tuesday elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim held extensive talks focusing on expanding cooperation in several sectors including trade, investment and defence.

Ram Madhav, G Kishan Reddy appointed as BJP in-charge for assembly polls in J-K

The BJP on Tuesday appointed its former national general secretary Ram Madhav and Union minister G Kishan Reddy as in-charge for the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi chairs a high-level meeting with the Secretaries at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar