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Modi Cabinet 3.0: 'I have to work to expand BJP in the south', says Suresh Gopi, BJP's first LS MP from Kerala
New Delhi: On Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in for the third time as the PM, Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Thrissur, Suresh Gopi said that the celebration is just a kick-off to a good start. On being asked about his strategy as a...
Bandi Sanjay Kumar sworn in as Union Minister: Everything you need to know BJP's firebrand leader
Bandi Sanjay Kumar has been appointed as a Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new government. Kumar, who has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Karimnagar constituency since 2019, played a significant role in expanding the BJP's influence in Telangana during his tenure as state party chief. As Kumar takes on his new role, here’s a closer look at his political journey and achievements.
JP Nadda returns to Modi Cabinet after stint as BJP chief
JP Nadda, the BJP president from Himachal Pradesh, returned to PM Modi's council of ministers as a Cabinet minister. He served as Union health minister in Modi's first term and has a background in law and grassroots politics.
Modi 3.0 takes shape: List of ministers who will likely be part of NDA Cabinet
On Sunday, Bharatiya Janata Party leader Narendra Modi is set to begin his third term, with the National Democratic Alliance playing a significant role. Around 30 ministers will be sworn in at the presidential palace, with their identities yet to be revealed but speculated upon by insiders. In the 2024 elections, Modi's BJP fell short, prompting negotiations with the 15-member coalition, the NDA, to secure parliamentary majority.
VK Pandian quits politics after BJD's Odisha assembly elections debacle
VK Pandian, a close aide of former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, resigned from politics following the BJD's loss to the BJP in state elections. Pandian expressed regret if he contributed to the defeat. Naveen Patnaik defended Pandian's integrity and clarified that he was never intended as his successor
Uttar Pradesh district sends 7 MPs to the 18th Lok Sabha; All you need to know
Etawah’s prominence in the 2024 general elections underscores its significant role in Indian politics. With a robust representation in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, the district’s influence, especially through the Yadav clan and other notable leaders, continues to shape the political landscape.
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Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu accepts invitation to attend PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony
President Muizzu expressed his gratitude to PM Modi for the invitation, stating that he would be honored to attend this historic event. "He also stated that he looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to further strengthen the close relations with India, noting that Maldives-India relations are heading in the positive direction, as would be demonstrated by this visit," the official release said.
PM Modi meets former President Ram Nath Kovind before staking claim to form government
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with former President Ram Nath Kovind in New Delhi before staking claim to form the government for a third consecutive term, He also met senior BJP leaders Lal Krishna Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi. He touched the Constitution with his forehead at the Parliament building. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed support at the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, with an oath ceremony likely on June 9.
Modi meets Advani, Murli Manohar Joshi before staking claim as PM for third time
After being selected as the leader of the NDA and BJP parliamentary parties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited veteran BJP leader L.K. Advani before heading to the Rashtrapati Bhavan to claim his third term. Modi’s BJP won 240 seats, with the NDA securing 293, ensuring a majority in the 543-member Lok Sabha.
In Modi's stronghold, voters chose jobs over new Hindu temple
India's grand Hindu temple opening, aimed at bolstering PM Modi's Hindu-first agenda ahead of elections, backfired as BJP lost key seats due to voter discontent over unemployment and inflation. Despite retaining power, BJP's reduced margin reflects public focus shifting from religious issues to economic concerns. The opposition Samajwadi Party capitalised on these grievances, signaling a potential shift in political priorities away from religious symbolism.
'MP should not be attacked but...': Sanjay Raut on alleged Kangana slap incident
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced an altercation at Chandigarh airport. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut condemned the incident, emphasizing respect for MPs and farmers. The situation unfolded as Ranaut was traveling from Mumbai to Delhi.
President Murmu elects Narendra Modi as PM-designate; oath ceremony on June 9
Narendra Modi, at 73, assumed leadership of the NDA bloc and visited Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday to meet President Droupadi Murmu, formally submitting his claim to form the government. Beforehand, he conferred with BJP veteran L.K. Advani. Accompanied by alliance leaders such as Chandrababu Naidu and Eknath Shinde, Modi proceeded to Rashtrapati Bhavan.
'Some people give votes, some give slaps', says Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut after CISF constable slaps Kangana Ranaut
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut alleges that the CISF constable who slapped Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport was provoked by the actress' comments during farmers' protests. Raut appeals for respect towards both Kangana and the farmers, emphasizing that while an MP should not be attacked, the sentiments of the protesting farmers should also be respected.
Weaker BJP in power won't increase borrowing in July budget, says Kotak Mahindra Bank
Budget 2024: A weaker majority for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alliance may lead to increased welfare spending without the need for additional borrowing, potentially limiting a rise in bond yields, according to a senior executive at Kotak Mahindra Bank . The government is expected to utilize a large dividend from the Reserve Bank of India for welfare schemes, rather than increasing gross borrowing in the upcoming budget. Despite concerns of populist measures, the executive rules out a supply cut in bonds and forecasts the 10-year benchmark yield to remain below 7.10% over the next six months.
Lok Sabha results won't force India's budget to make significant policy shifts: Fitch
Fitch Ratings anticipates minimal policy shifts in India post-election losses. The upcoming July budget will detail economic reform plans and fiscal goals for the next five years, crucial for addressing fiscal metrics, reducing debt, potential deviations from capital expenditure commitments, the risk of heightened social spending, progress in judicial reforms at the state level, and reforms in the manufacturing sector.
Rahul Gandhi defamation case in Karnataka: What is it all about?
The saffron party is accusing the Congress of defaming the party by launching a “PayCM’ campaign, that saw the Congress release a ‘rate card’ of bribes one must pay for various government jobs ahead of the assembly polls in May last year. Rahul Gandhi had retweeted the tweets made by his party in the run-up to the elections.
Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar want 'special status' for Andhra, Bihar: What is this and why are they asking for it
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Result: In the aftermath of the General Elections, the Janata Dal (United) and the Telugu Desam Party have emerged as influential players in government formation at the Centre. Their renewed emphasis on securing special category status for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh has reignited discussions on this crucial issue. Let's delve into what special category status entails and why it holds significant importance for these states.
AAP to go solo in Delhi Assembly polls, no alliance with Congress, confirms Gopal Rai
In the just concluded Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won all 7 seats of Delhi. PM Modi-led saffron party contested in all seven seats, while AAP fought on 4 and Congress 3 - Chandni Chowk, North East Delhi and North West Delhi. The AAP had fielded its candidates in East Delhi, West Delhi, New Delhi, and South Delhi.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini takes oath as Karnal's MLA
On Thursday, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini took the oath of legislator in his chamber, administered by Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta. Saini emerged victorious in the recent bypoll for the Karnal Assembly seat, defeating his main rival, Congress's Tarlochan Singh. This seat was previously held by his party colleague Manohar Lal Khattar.
Coalition politics, weakened mandate could make passing legislations on ambitious reforms challenging: Fitch
Fitch Ratings predicts that the new government in India, led by Narendra Modi, will face challenges in passing legislation on ambitious reforms due to coalition politics and a weakened mandate. Major reforms to land and labour laws will remain on the agenda, but these have been contentious and the NDA's weaker mandate could complicate their passage further. The BJP fell short of a single-party majority in the 543-seat lower house of parliament for the first time since its latest period in government in 2014.
BJP wins more vote share in urban India, but it's a different tale in the rural
Lok Sabha election results highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party's dominance in urban areas, securing 40.1% of the vote compared to Congress' 21.4%. However, BJP's share dipped in semi-urban and rural regions. The NDA fell short of the 400-seat target, winning 293 seats, while the INDIA bloc, led by Congress, secured 232 seats. Notably, the BJP faced challenges in Uttar Pradesh and southern India. The term of the 17th Lok Sabha concludes on June 16, 2024.
BJP's Bengal debacle: Trapped by narrative, leadership crisis and minority consolidation
The BJP's defeat in the 2024 West Bengal Lok Sabha elections was exacerbated by its failure to counter the TMC's narrative, led by Mamata Banerjee, on central funds and anti-Muslim rhetoric, resulting in a shift of support. The TMC secured a significant victory, winning 29 out of 42 Lok Sabha seats.
'Picture abhi baaki hai': Anupam Mittal reacts to 2024 Lok Sabha election results
Anupam Mittal and Ashneer Grover share their thoughts on the 2024 Lok Sabha election results, highlighting the public's political wisdom. The NDA's decisive victory, with 293 seats, including 240 by the BJP, underscores a clear mandate. Mittal emphasizes the importance of internal party dynamics, while Grover praises the public's ability to choose MPs effectively.
BJP falls short of majority: Who will be the kingmakers to help Modi form the govt?
Lok Sabha vote count showed BJP/NDA struggling for 272-majority mark, with BJP at around 244 seats. Apprehension prevailed on Dalal Street. Nitish Kumar's JD-U led in 15 of Bihar's 40 seats, while Chandrababu Naidu's TDP was ahead in 16 of Andhra Pradesh's 25 seats. Counting ongoing across 542 constituencies.
NDA meeting to be held on June 7 in Delhi, to discuss government formation
The newly elected MPs of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), will convene for a meeting on June 7 in the national capital, reported ANI, citing sources. According to these sources, the agenda will focus on discussions around forming the government.
Odisha Assembly Election 2024 Winners List: Naveen Patnaik on the way out as BJP crosses majority mark
Odisha Assembly Election 2024 Winners List: Patnaik’s BJD has been a dominant player of state politics for over two decades, with the incumbent government presenting poverty alleviation and disaster management among its major achievements. Fondly called as Naveen Babu, Patnaik is the second longest serving CM in India, with his party going from strength to strength since 1997.
Samajwadi Party 2024 election winner list: Check full data of winning candidates in Lok Sabha polls
The party plans to contest in 62 Uttar Pradesh seats, the state with the most Lok Sabha seats. The NDA, led by the BJP, faces opposition from the INDIA alliance, with SP as a key member.
Palwal firing incident: "Around 10-15 individuals fired at my residence", says BJP MLA Jagdish Nair
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Jagdish Nair from Hodal Assembly has responded to a firing incident at his residence, where unidentified bikers abused his staff and opened fire when stopped. Fortunately, no one was injured. Residents apprehended four of the accused, who were handed over to the police. Nair stated he is waiting for the police investigation to determine the motive. The police have arrested four suspects and are investigating the case further to apprehend others and ascertain the reasons behind the incident.
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