Kolkata, April 21 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anurag Thakur on Tuesday accused the West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee of “spreading mistruths” ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls in the state. BJP MP Harsh Vardhan Shringla also blamed the Trinamool Congress for not making enough investments in the state’s fishing industry.Both Anurag Thakur and Harsh Vardhan Shringla took part in the last leg of campaigning before the first phase of election on …
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New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Monday lauded the contribution of Samskrita Bharati at the inauguration of its central office in Delhi, calling its efforts over the past four decades “commendable and noteworthy”.Addressing the media, Thakur said, “Sanskrit Bharati has done excellent, commendable and noteworthy work across the country over the past four decades. The more it is praised, the less it seems…I have full faith that Samskrit Bharti will forward their work to e…
Kolkata, April 15 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anurag Thakur on Wednesday criticised Opposition parties for not supporting the Women’s Reservation Bill, alleging that those with an “anti-women ideology” are opposing the legislation.His remarks come a day before Parliament is set to reconvene for a three-day extended Budget session, during which amendments to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, and a proposed delimitation Bill are expected to be discussed to facilitate one-thi…
Kolkata, April 15 (IANS) As the highly anticipated West Bengal Assembly elections approach, BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that law and order in the state has deteriorated and claiming that no one is safe there. He further asserted that political change is imminent, stating, “May 4 will come, Mamata Banerjee will go.”Speaking to reporters, Thakur accused the state government of protecting illegal activities and priorit…
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met members of the European Parliament led by Angelika Niebler here on Monday, discussing the new chapter in India-EU ties and the growing convergence between both sides. EAM Jaishankar expressed confidence that the European Parliament will be a pillar of support in this new era.”Pleased to interact with Members of European Parliament, led by Angelika Niebler, here in Delhi. Discussed the new chapter in 🇮🇳🇪🇺 tie…
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress party in the Lok Sabha, accusing it of giving a “red carpet” welcome to Naxalites and strengthening the Red Corridor during its rule. He asserted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, the government has successfully curbed the menace, reducing Naxalite influence from 126 districts to fewer than two.“Today, Naxalites are being neutralised, and many are surrendering….
New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) BJP MPs Anurag Thakur and Hema Malini on Friday welcomed the central government’s decision to slash excise duties on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre each, bringing them down to Rs 3 per litre for petrol and zero for diesel, in a move aimed at cushioning the impact of surging global oil prices.The reduction comes amid fears of a price hike due to the global energy crisis, triggered by the US-Israel conflict with Iran and the resultant blockade of the Strait of Horm…
Mandla (Madhya Pradesh), March 26 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme (PM-KISAN), a Central government programme to financially support small and marginal farmers, has given the farming community dignity and respect, besides helping them grapple with monetary challenges in difficult times. In Madhya Pradesh’s Mandla district, many farmers covered under the scheme shared tales of their distress and troubles in challenging times and how the path-breaking programme helped them sail …
Shimla, March 26 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and former Union Minister Anurag Thakur, on Thursday, launched a sharp attack on the Congress government in the state, saying that the party, which came to power in 2022 on the basis of tall poll promises and “10 guarantees”, has completely failed to deliver even a single commitment. The BJP leader said that the Congress government has instead continuously burdened the people with rising taxes and inflation.He added that th…
New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Tuesday accused Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, of being the “Leader of Propaganda or Leader of opposing Bharat.” His reaction follows the Congress MP’s recent remarks alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “100 per cent under the control” of US President Donald Trump.Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Thakur said, “They demean the country. He (Rahul Gandhi) has now become Leader of Propaganda or Lead…