New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Congress General Secretary, Organisation, K. C. Venugopal, on Wednesday raised concerns over the latest version of the proposed delimitation Bill, alleging that the Centre has altered its earlier position and introduced ambiguity regarding representation and census-based allocation. “Southern states have clear and genuine concerns… not only that, but more states are having concerns. You see the latest Bill, which they (the Centre) circulated. Earlier, they said that …
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Shivamogga, April 14 (IANS) Karnataka BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Congress government, alleging a complete breakdown of governance and lack of administrative responsibility in the state.Addressing reporters in Shivamogga, Vijayendra said the Congress government has “no sense of dignity or decorum” and accused it of neglecting governance amid internal power struggles. He claimed that the administrative machinery has “completely collapsed” …
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The Congress party has alleged that the Central government is playing a ‘Machiavellian game’ (Shakuni-like manoeuver) by hiding behind the issue of women’s reservation, with the aim of conducting a flawed delimitation exercise in the country and avoiding the necessity of holding a caste census. During a press conference at the Congress headquarters, Supriya Shrinate—Chairperson of the party’s social media and digital platforms wing—cited an article by Sonia Gandhi,…
Bengaluru, April 11 (IANS) Former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda slammed Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, alleging that the latter does not genuinely uphold the principles of social justice. Addressing the Greater Bengaluru JDS convention, the 93-year-old Deve Gowda remarked that the Chief Minister invokes the rhetoric of social justice primarily for political expediency.He further stated that Siddaramaiah must introspect and question his own commitment to these ideals, accusing him…
Chennai, April 9 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, has strongly criticised the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise, terming it not a genuine reform but an attempt to consolidate political power. He also criticised the Centre for linking women’s reservation with the delimitation process.In a post on X, CM Stalin said the proposal to increase the number of parliamentary constituencies under the guise of delimitation runs contrary to the BJP’s own slogan of “minimum governm…
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored the urgent need for reservation for women in legislative bodies, describing it as a transformative step that would make India’s democracy more vibrant and participative. In an Op-Ed and a series of posts on social media platform X, the Prime Minister called for unity among Members of Parliament to ensure the timely passage of the long-pending legislation. Highlighting the importance of the proposed reform, the Prime…
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed party workers across the country via a video message on the BJP’s Foundation Day, extending greetings and recalling the party’s ideological journey rooted in sacrifice, discipline and service to the nation.The Prime Minister described the BJP as more than just a political organisation, calling it a “mother” for its workers. He said the occasion was emotional for party members as it offered an opportunity to express …
Tawang (Arunachal Pradesh), Feb 14 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday called upon the youth of the state to take the lead in building a “Viksit Arunachal” by 2047, stressing the importance of informed participation, awareness of public policies, cultural pride, and economic self-reliance.Addressing the ‘YuvaSoch, Naya Arunachal’ interactive programme organised by the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Arunachal Pradesh State unit, at Tawang, the Chief Minis…