POLITICS
Smriti Irani praises Rahul Gandhi? Says his politics is changing, not childish, points tactics like white t-shirt, Miss India comments
Former Union Minister Smriti Irani discussed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent political strategies, suggesting that his actions are calculated to appeal to specific demographics. Irani criticized Gandhi’s past attempts at 'soft Hindutva' and reflected on his switch to caste-based politics to maintain relevance. She claims Gandhi’s statements are part of a broader strategy to stay in the public eye.
Maharashtra statue politics: Shivaji Maharaj statue collapse leads to opposition protest
Opposition protests are intensifying in Maharashtra following the collapse of a 35-foot statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Political leaders from NCP-SP, Sena (UBT), and Congress accuse the ruling alliance of corruption. Tensions have escalated with clashes and threats, while Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis defends the Indian Navy's involvement in the project.
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.
Donations of Rs 100 each will help Jan Suraaj raise Rs 200 crore: Prashant Kishor
Prashant Kishor, ex-political consultant, revealed his strategy for funding Jan Suraaj, a soon-to-be political party in Bihar. By asking 2 crore people to donate Rs 100 each, he aims to collect Rs 200 crore. Kishor argued this will help combat corruption and assured party members they would have sufficient resources. The party has also attracted significant political figures.
Third Eye: Grievance mechanism upgraded, Haryana poll surprises, and Raj Thackeray’s latest mimicry
Recent political developments have stirred considerable discussion. The Prime Minister's push for faster citizen grievance redressal has led to a new 21-day resolution deadline, with a special 3-day timeframe for priority issues. Meanwhile, Haryana’s BJP faces confusion over the October 1 assembly polls, with the state government initially unaware of the election dates. Adding to the political intrigue, Raj Thackeray has been in the spotlight for his humorous imitation of deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
Ex-Union minister Yashwant Sinha likely to float political party
Former Union finance minister Yashwant Sinha is considering launching a new political party, potentially named Atal Vichar Manch (AVM), before the Jharkhand assembly elections. Sinha discussed the proposal in a meeting with supporters in Hazaribag. The new party will aim to offer an alternative for Jharkhand's electorate. Sinha, a former cabinet minister under Atal Bihari Vajpayee, seeks to consult various sections of society before finalising the decision.
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Youngsters without political background entering politics will strengthen democracy: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 'Mann Ki Baat' broadcast, called for youth without political backgrounds to join politics for a developed India. He discussed the positive reactions from youngsters and their enthusiasm. Modi also praised India's space sector, noting the celebration of National Space Day to mark the Moon landing anniversary.
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.
Call for non-political family youths to join politics has received tremendous response, PM Modi says
PM Modi received an encouraging response to his Independence Day call for non-political youths to join politics. Many expressed interest, emphasizing the challenges posed by family-based parties. Modi highlighted their desire for opportunities and guidance to strengthen democracy. He also praised IIT-Madras youths for their space sector innovations.
People's power has prevailed, says Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on UPS
The Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme for central government employees. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge supported the decision, highlighting the government's recent policy reversals. Congress leader Praveen Chakravarty praised the scheme for offering a minimum guarantee for retired families, addressing shortcomings of the former National Pension Scheme.
Chirag Paswan re-elected as Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief for 5 years
Union Minister Chirag Paswan was unanimously re-elected as the president of the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) for the next five years during a national executive meeting on Sunday. Paswan, who also serves as Minister of Food Processing Industries, mentioned that the meeting covered upcoming assembly elections in Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, and Jharkhand.
BJP attempting 'Operation Kamala' to destabilise Karnataka govt, MLAs offered Rs 100 cr: Congress MLA
Congress MLA Ravikumar Gowda accused the BJP of attempting to destabilize the Karnataka government, led by Siddaramaiah, through a scheme dubbed 'Operation Kamala'. He claimed that the BJP is offering Rs 100 crore to entice Congress legislators to defect. Despite these efforts, Gowda asserted that the government remains stable and strong, and no Congress MLA would succumb to the bribes.
Prashant Kishor's new party to have equal representation from different social groups
Prashant Kishor's 'Jan Suraj' initiative will become a political party on October 2 in Bihar, featuring a 25-member central committee with diverse social representation. Kishor will not take a leadership role, focusing instead on grassroots work. The party aims to be fully operational before the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections.
"Have no ill will towards organisation," says JMM leader Champai Soren days after hinting at forming new party
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren announced plans to form a new political party, clarifying he has no grudges against JMM. He mentioned support from thousands of workers and the possibility of alliances before the 2024 state elections. This decision has stirred the political landscape in Jharkhand.
Mining Lease Case: Waiting for Modi to save you, Siddaramaiah asks Kumaraswamy as war of words enters Day 2
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has demanded the resignation of Union Steel & Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy, accusing him of approving 550 acres of forest land to an unregistered company and of involvement in a mining scandal. Siddaramaiah criticized Kumaraswamy for denying his role in the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case, which Siddaramaiah claims involves forged signatures.
Champai Soren vows to forge alliance with 'like-minded people', says open to forming new political party ahead of Jharkhand polls
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren has announced his readiness to start a new political party ahead of Jharkhand's upcoming elections. He firmly stated he would not retire from politics and is open to forming new alliances. The 67-year-old tribal leader is often known as "Jharkhand's Tiger" for his role in the fight to create a new state in 1990s. \
Badlapur protest was politically motivated; most protestors were outsiders: CM Shinde
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde claimed that the recent protest in Badlapur, Thane district, over the alleged sexual abuse of two kindergarten girls was politically motivated and aimed at tarnishing the state government's image. He stated that most protesters were outsiders, not local residents, and accused the opposition of exploiting the situation. Despite state minister Girish Mahajan agreeing to the protesters' demands, the unrest persisted, leading to the suspension of rail services for over 10 hours and the arrest of 72 individuals.
Third eye: Battle of wits in the courtroom, visiting homes to cook, giving a bath, name changing spree in Karnataka
The Supreme Court decided to provide CISF security for doctors at RG Kar hospital, leading to a verbal clash between Kapil Sibal and Tushar Mehta. Meanwhile, NCP’s Hasan Mushrif proposed extreme measures to win votes in Maharashtra. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced renaming Electronic City after D Devaraj Urs, with additional plans to rename Ramanagar as Bengaluru South.
Move is politically motivated: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on facing sanction for prosecution
The Karnataka High Court instructed a trial court not to proceed with actions against CM Siddaramaiah in the MUDA scam case until the next hearing. Siddaramaiah contended the allegations were politically motivated and expressed confidence in the judicial system. The courtroom is set to reconvene on August 29.
Third Eye: Politics a 'great leveller', fact-finding delegation, and not getting much traction
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah faced prosecution sanctions, impacting state Cabinet dynamics. His faction had earlier targeted Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. A BJP-RSS think tank sent a fact-finding team to Kolkata for crime investigation. BJP MLA Nitesh Rane's attempt to gain Hindutva support in Maharashtra saw poor turnout, reflecting his limited influence.
What is MUDA scam and how could it be the biggest challenge to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's political career?
MUDA scam: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dealt with serious allegations in the MUDA scam involving a controversial land swap in Mysuru. With prosecution permission granted by the Governor, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi demanded Siddaramaiah's resignation to aid the investigation. Siddaramaiah denied the charges, claiming MUDA wrongly developed his wife Parvathi's land. Opposition parties claimed the land, worth Rs 3,000 crores, belonged to the Dalit community. Siddaramaiah asserted his legal conduct and highlighted support from the State Cabinet and party members.
Congress' legacy of corruption continues: Nadda on MUDA 'scam'
BJP's J P Nadda accused the Congress of hypocrisy and corruption in the alleged MUDA scam, which involves compensatory land allotment to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife. Sanction for Siddaramaiah's prosecution by Governor Gehlot sparked protests. Siddaramaiah dismissed calls for his resignation, stating he did nothing wrong and calling it a political conspiracy.
Karnataka Governor grants permission to prosecute CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA scam
MUDA Scam: Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has granted permission to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case. The controversy centers around allegations that Siddaramaiah's wife, Parvathi, received compensatory plots in a high-value area in Mysuru as part of a land exchange scheme, despite claims that she had no legal title to the original land.
Samajwadi Party will achieve a historic victory in the by-elections: Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed confidence in securing victory in the upcoming by-elections for 10 vacant Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly seats. Yadav believes that the SP, supported by the INDIA alliance and its focus on the PDA (Pichhde, Dalit, and Alpsankhyak) communities, will achieve a historic win.
Some put political interest above national interest, says Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar, speaking in Nellore, condemned those prioritizing political interests over the nation’s welfare. He hoped they gain wisdom from the sacrifices made for India's freedom. His remarks followed his concern about narratives potentially damaging the economy, interpreted as a critique of Rahul Gandhi.
BJP is indulging in 'unethical', 'low level' politics: Karnataka Minister D G Rao
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao accused the BJP of a conspiracy following the Governor's nod to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the MUDA alternative site scam. Rao asserted that Siddaramaiah would emerge stronger from these allegations and criticized the BJP's Padayatra demanding Siddaramaiah's resignation as unsuccessful.
Leading NCP a huge responsibility; Mahayuti seat-sharing talks moving positively: Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), discussed his role in steering the NCP away from the influence of its founder and his uncle, Sharad Pawar, following a split in the party. Ajit Pawar mentioned the significant responsibility he now holds as NCP chief and highlighted positive progress in seat-sharing discussions with alliance partners Shiv Sena and BJP for upcoming assembly elections.
Dynasty Politics: PM Modi wants 'fresh blood' from non-political families in Indian politics
In his 78th Independence Day speech, Prime Minister Modi denounced nepotism in Indian politics and called for one lakh new youth without political family ties to join the system. He emphasized this move to combat nepotism and casteism, aiming for fresh perspectives in politics. Modi also delivered his longest speech, lasting 98 minutes, and highlighted the theme 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047' for India's development by 2047.
Bihar Congress to launch statewide agitation against Centre for denying special category status to state
The Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee announced a statewide protest starting August 12 against the Centre's denial of special category status to Bihar. Bihar Congress chief Akhilesh Prasad Singh accused the Centre of betraying the state and criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for not securing the status. Protests include dharnas outside block and district magistrate offices on August 13 and 14.
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