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Mayawati re-elected as BSP chief
Mayawati, after being re-elected as BSP president, noted that the country's politics is now driven by 'anti-BJPism'. She criticized the Centre's lack of action against the Supreme Court's sub-categorisation order within SCs. Despite electoral setbacks, she emphasized the BSP's dedication to the progress and prosperity of bahujans.
Mayawati re-elected BSP president, says party not disappointed despite poll reverses
Mayawati, 68, is a four-time former chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. BSP founder Kanshi Ram had declared her as his political successor more than two decades ago. She was elected the party president for the first time in 2003, a post that has remained with her ever since.
No question of my retirement from active politics: Mayawati
Mayawati denied reports of her retirement, dismissing them as fake news by 'casteist media'. The BSP leader reiterated her dedication to the party, affirming her decision to remain active in politics. She attributed these rumors to her naming Akash Anand as her successor, reaffirming her commitment to the Bahujan Samaj movement.
BSP extends support to Bharat Bandh against top court order on sub-classification of SCs
"BSP supports the Bharat Bandh because there is anger and resentment against the Supreme Court's August 1 decision regarding the sub-classification of SC/ST and the creamy layer among them due to the conspiracy against reservation by parties like BJP and Congress and their collusion to make it ineffective and eventually end it," BSP president Mayawati said in a post in Hindi on X.
"Big conspiracy against country": Akhilesh Yadav attacks Centre over lateral entry in govt jobs
Akhilesh Yadav slammed the Centre's lateral entry into government jobs, alleging it's a plot against reservation rights. He called for a nationwide movement against the policy from October 2nd. Rahul Gandhi echoed concerns, claiming it bypasses the traditional UPSC route, placing ideologically aligned individuals in influential government positions.
SP, BSP say govt's lateral entry move violates Constitution
The Samajwadi Party and Bahujan Samaj Party criticized the government's lateral entry initiative into the bureaucracy as a strategy by the BJP to install its ideological allies in high positions. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and BSP chief Mayawati argued that this approach could undermine reservations and violate the Constitution, with Yadav warning of upcoming protests.
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Hindenburg charges against SEBI chief now beyond ruling party-opposition debate: Mayawati
Hindenburg Research's allegations against SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband Dhaval Buch are impacting the Centre's credibility, BSP chief Mayawati stated on Tuesday. She suggested that a high-level inquiry should have been ordered by now.
UP bypolls: BSP to fight all 10 assembly seats, announces Mayawati
Mayawati declared that the Bahujan Samaj Party will participate in all 10 upcoming assembly by-elections in Uttar Pradesh. She criticized the BJP for neglecting key issues like poverty and unemployment, and accused the party of causing social rifts. She also commented on the Congress's stance on reservation and sub-classification within SCs and STs.
Cong yet to raise voice on creamy layer issue, seems to favour sub-classification within SC, ST: BSP
Mayawati criticized Congress for supporting sub-classification within SCs and STs and for not opposing the exclusion of the creamy layer from reservations. She questioned Congress’s commitment to reservation policies and noted the lack of action in Parliament against the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the issue.
Govt's 'excessive interest' in religious matters against Constitution: Mayawati on Waqf bill
The Congress and the BJP have been reaping electoral gains by indulging in politics of religion and caste. But now it is time to focus on saving reservation, and ending poverty, unemployment, inflation, and backwardness, she said in another post. "In view of the doubts, apprehensions and objections raised on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill presented in Parliament today, it is appropriate to send this Bill to the Standing Committee of the House for better consideration. It would be better if the government does not hurry on such sensitive issues," she added.
BSP doesn't agree with Supreme Court's verdict allowing sub-classification within SCs, says Mayawati
BSP chief Mayawati voiced her opposition to the Supreme Court's decision allowing states to create sub-classes within Scheduled Castes for reservations. She asserted that SCs and STs have historically faced discrimination as a whole group, hence subclassification is inappropriate. The court's ruling aims to aid the most socially and educationally backward groups within SCs.
Backward classes will again rally behind BSP; INDIA bloc exposed: UP BSP chief
The Uttar Pradesh unit head of the BSP Vishwanath Pal also exuded confidence that his party will perform well in the bypolls to 10 seats in the state, and that backward classes will again associate with the Mayawati-led party.
Ayodhya rape victim's mother being forced to withdraw complaint, claims BSP leader
The mother of a 12-year-old girl in Ayodhya has accused a Bahujan Samaj Party leader of asking her to compromise in a gang-rape case. The mother made the allegation after a party delegation visited her house. The incident involved two men, Moid Khan and Raju Khan, who raped the girl two months ago and recorded the act. The victim was found pregnant during a medical checkup.
Armstrong murder: Three more arrested
Police arrested three more suspects in the murder case of BSP leader K Armstrong, totaling 20 arrests. N Vijayakumar, V Mukilan, and N Vignesh were remanded to custody. Previously, a key accused, K Thiruvengadam, was killed by police. The high-profile murder sparked political outcry, prompting demands for a CBI investigation.
Give Bharat Ratna to Kanshi Ram or stop misleading Dalits: Mayawati to BJP
BSP chief and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati has criticised the BJP over a party MP's demand for the Bharat Ratna for Kanshi Ram. Mayawati argued that the BJP should either award the highest civilian honour to the BSP founder or stop misleading Dalits. She also criticized the Union Budget for not giving proper attention to poor and backward states like Uttar Pradesh, which has a large population.
Centre's order allowing employees to take part in Sangh activities aimed at appeasing RSS: Mayawati
The BSP supremo said that it is essential for government employees to work within the framework of the Constitution and the law with impartiality for public interest and welfare. The Congress on Sunday had cited a purported government order issued last week to claim that a "ban" on the participation of government employees in the activities of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has been removed.
BSP supremo Mayawati criticises Karnataka's decision of reservations
"The decision by the Congress government of Karnataka to give the 50 per cent reservations to the local people at the administrative posts and 75 per reservations for the non-administrative posts at the non-administrative posts in the private companies is more than a dispute of right and wrong," Mayawati said.
INLD-BSP to jointly contest Haryana polls, Abhay Chautala chief ministerial face
Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) have announced a joint alliance for the Haryana Assembly polls later this year. The BSP will contest 37 out of 90 assembly seats in Haryana, while the rest will be contested by the INLD. The alliance is based on people's feelings to oust the ruling BJP from power and keep the Congress party at bay.
BSP leader murder: Supporters stage protest, demand CBI probe, eights suspects held over killing
Several suspects have been detained in connection with the murder of BSP state president K Armstrong, but doubts persist among political leaders and supporters regarding their involvement. Armstrong was brutally killed by a gang near his home in Perambur, prompting calls for a CBI investigation from his supporters who allege a planned murder and intelligence failure. Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed shock and ordered swift police action, but opposition leaders criticized the DMK government for failing to maintain law and order, highlighting ongoing concerns about violence under its tenure.
Mayawati calls BSP Tamil Nadu chief murder 'brutal', appeals for peace
BSP chief Mayawati condemned Tamil Nadu leader K Armstrong's murder by a gang near his Perambur house, urging immediate action. She will visit Chennai on Sunday. CM Stalin was shocked, ordered a swift investigation, and reported arrests of eight suspects. Both leaders posted condolences on X. Mayawati plans to meet Armstrong's grieving family.
Armstrong killing: Chennai police detain BSP protesters for obstructing traffic
After BSP leader K Armstrong's tragic murder near his Chennai home, BSP workers protested outside the hospital where his body was autopsied, demanding a CBI inquiry and CM Stalin's resignation. The protest caused traffic chaos, leading to several detentions by Chennai Police. BSP chief Mayawati plans to visit Chennai, urging peace and immediate government action. Meanwhile, CM Stalin assured swift justice for the suspects arrested in the case, expressing condolences to Armstrong's family and supporters.
INLD to join hands with BSP again for Haryana polls: INLD's state chief Rampal Majra
INLD and BSP will join forces for Haryana Assembly polls, as per Rampal Majra's announcement; a formal declaration on July 11. Non-BJP/Congress should support Abhay Singh Chautala. Chautala met Mayawati. Both faced Lok Sabha losses, including Kurukshetra.
Armstrong's brutal murder: How killers struck in disguise of food delivery agents in a case that shocked Chennai
Tamil Nadu BSP Chief Armstrong was tragically murdered near his home in Chennai. The attack, carried out by disguised assailants, resulted in his death. Police have arrested eight suspects with criminal records, ruling out political motives. Investigation ongoing to determine the motive behind the well-coordinated assault.
No guarantee for people's lives in Tamil Nadu under DMK rule: Annamalai on BSP leader's murder
Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President K Annamalai has criticized the MK Stalin-led state government for not guaranteeing the safety of common citizens. He hacked the BSP state president K Armstrong to death and criticized the MK Stalin-led DMK government over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy that killed 65 people.
CM Stalin calls BSP leader's murder 'deeply saddening,' orders swift justice
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed grief over the assassination of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader, Mr. Armstrong, by unidentified men near his residence in Perambur, Chennai. He ordered the police to conduct the case expeditiously and bring the culprits to justice. Eight suspects have been arrested and a special team has been formed to investigate the murder.
BSP leader's killing: Party supremo Mayawati to visit Chennai tomorrow; appeals for peace
BSP Tamil Nadu head K Armstrong was murdered near Perambur residence. Mayawati will visit Chennai, urging action. Chennai police arrested eight suspects; CM MK Stalin conveyed condolences, ordered expedited probe. BSP workers gathered at Rajiv Gandhi Hospital mortuary, staged road roko and sit-in protests on Poonamallee High Road, demanding CBI probe.
Rahul Gandhi "deeply shocked" at BSP leader's "abhorrent" killing, confident TN govt "will ensure culprits brought to justice"
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed deep shock over the brutal killing of K Armstrong, the Tamil Nadu Chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), near his residence in Chennai. He extended heartfelt condolences to Armstrong's family, friends, and followers, emphasizing that Tamil Nadu Congress leaders are in close contact with the state government to ensure swift justice for the culprits. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also condemned the assassination, assuring expedited police action to bring the perpetrators to justice. BSP Chief Mayawati strongly condemned the killing, urging the state government to swiftly punish those responsible.
Actor turned film critic Kamaal Rashid Khan arrested for objectionable comments towards BSP head Mayawati
His brother Majid Ali, who unsuccessfully contested the Lok Sabha elections from Saharanpur on a BSP ticket, said he had "nothing to do" with Khan over the past 15 years.
Actor Kamaal Rashid Khan booked for 'objectionable' remarks against BSP chief Mayawati
Actor Kamaal Rashid Khan has been booked by police in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh for allegedly making objectionable remarks against BSP chief Mayawati. The FIR was lodged by the BSP's district unit chief Sushil Kumar at Deoband police station. Khan, also known as KRK, is from Fulas Akbarpur area in the district and made the remarks in a post on X.
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