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Govt gave shells in name of peanuts in budget, says RJD MP Manoj Jha
Rashtriya Janata Dal MP Manoj Jha criticized the government for the Union Budget 2024-25, saying it provided "shells in the name of peanuts." This comes after Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge's remark that Bihar and Andhra Pradesh received "pakoda and jalebi" in the budget.
'You are a woman, you don't know anything': Bihar CM Nitish Kumar tells woman MLA, triggers row
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar faced criticism from RJD after a heated exchange with opposition women legislators in the assembly. The dispute arose as RJD members protested for incorporating amended reservation laws into the Constitution's 9th schedule. Kumar defended his stance, citing his role in enhancing caste quotas and seeking legal protection for these laws.
Budget 2024: Rabri Devi dubs it 'Jhunjhuna', TMC says, 'Kursi Bachao' budget. Here's how opposition reacts
Fiery protest erupts in Bihar as former Chief Minister Rabri Devi expresses sharp discontent over budget allocations, labeling Rs 26,000 crore as a 'jhunjhuna'. Tensions rise as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's development projects face scrutiny amidst accusations of 'kursi bachao' budget.
"RJD should look into themselves": BJP on INDIA bloc protest in Bihar
Following the murder of Jitan Sahni, father of Vikasheel Insaan Party founder Mukesh Sahni in Bihar, the INDIA bloc protested against the state's law and order situation. The Bharatiya Janata Party responded by urging the RJD cadre to introspect and claimed that PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar do not shield criminals. Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha defended the government's actions, stating that law and order have improved under Nitish Kumar's leadership.
Nitish Kumar asks private company official to expedite road project, offers to touch his feet
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, at a function for the dedication of the "JP Ganga Path" expressway in Patna, expressed frustration over delays in a road project, offering to touch a private company representative's feet to hasten progress. The official, taken aback, rejected the gesture, leading to a social media buzz and criticism from the opposition, with Tejashwi Yadav calling Kumar "lachaar" (powerless) for his actions.
Strength of NDA-led central govt will be maintained for next 5 years: Chirag Paswan on RJD chief's statement
Lalu Yadav claimed that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government at the Centre, which came to power last month, could fall by August and elections could happen anytime.
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Lalu Prasad Yadav predicts fall of Modi government by August, urges party workers to prepare for elections
Former Bihar Chief Minister and RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has called on his party workers to gear up for possible early elections, predicting the fall of the Modi government by August. Yadav stated that the current government in Delhi is very weak and could collapse soon.
JMM leader Hemant Soren to take oath as Jharkhand CM today at 5pm
Jharkhand Governor C P Radhakrishnan has invited Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) president Hemant Soren to form the new state government. This invitation follows Champai Soren's resignation from the chief minister's post the previous day. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for today i.e July 4, 2024.
Hemant Soren takes oath as Jharkhand CM
Hemant Soren sworn in as the 13th chief minister of Jharkhand after resigning due to money laundering case. New Cabinet to be decided in consultation with allies Congress and RJD. Governor emphasizes focus on addressing issues of the poor.
Jharkhand Raj Bhavan invites INDIA bloc leaders including JMM executive president Hemant Soren today
Jharkhand Raj Bhavan has invited India alliance leaders, including JMM's Hemant Soren, after CM Champai Soren's resignation. The alliance chose Hemant Soren as leader, prompting Champai Soren to step down after just five months. Hemant Soren, released from jail in a money laundering case, is set to take over as Chief Minister.
RSS has always been anti-Constitution: Mallikarjun Kharge
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, flanked by INDIA bloc MPs, accused the RSS of being anti-Constitution and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of giving misleading information during a Rajya Sabha debate. The INDIA bloc staged a walkout after Kharge was not allowed to speak in response to Modi’s comments on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address. Congress leaders, along with other opposition members, gathered outside the old Parliament building to protest.
Indira Gandhi put many of us behind bars, but she never abused us: RJD chief Lalu Yadav on Emergency
Former Bihar Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav recalled his experiences during the Emergency imposed by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975. Yadav mentioned that he was part of the steering committee convened by Jayaprakash Narayan to oppose the Emergency's excesses. He highlighted that he and his colleagues, who were imprisoned under the Maintenance of Security Act (MISA) for over 15 months, did not know many of the BJP ministers who now speak about the Emergency.
BJP's hatred for Muslims got reflected in new ministry: Tejashwi Yadav
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav criticised BJP for excluding Muslims from the union council of ministers, attributing it to the party's "hatred" for the minority community. He also criticized PM Modi for staying silent on issues like the Manipur conflict and farmer protests. Yadav expressed dissatisfaction with Bihar's representation in the government and called for support for demands like special status, increased quotas, and a caste census.
Nityanand Rai: BJP's Yadav face in Bihar and Amit Shah's 'jigree dost'
A popular Yadav face, who led the BJP in Bihar in the 2019 Lok Sabha poll-the party won all 17 seats it contested, is also seen as a hardliner in sync with the BJP's ideology. Rai is already the lead face among the second-generation saffron leaders in Bihar.
Rajiv Ranjan Singh 'Lalan': Nitish Kumar's close aide becomes central minister
Senior JD(U) leader Rajiv Ranjan, popularly known as Lalan Singh, recently inducted as a minister in the Nitish Kumar government, has been a key ally. He played a crucial role in forming the JD(U)-RJD alliance in 2022.
280 elected for first time to Lok Sabha, 52 per cent of total strength
Actor Arun Govil, who played the role of Lord Ram in the popular TV serial Ramayan, Dalit rights activist Chandrashekhar Azad and erstwhile royal Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar are among the 280 first-term members of the Lok Sabha. Former chief ministers, Rajya Sabha members, entrepreneurs and even an ex-high court judge made their maiden entry into the 543-member Lower House of Parliament in the just concluded general elections.
"We greeted each other": Tejashwi Yadav on his viral picture with Nitish Kumar on same flight
Tejashwi Yadav explained a viral picture with Nitish Kumar, stating they greeted each other and Nitish invited him to sit with him. NDA and INDIA bloc leaders, including Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu, arrived in Delhi. Nitish and Tejashwi were coincidentally on the same flight. The NDA elected Narendra Modi as their leader in Delhi. The INDIA bloc meeting is at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence. President Droupadi Murmu dissolved the 17th Lok Sabha on Cabinet's advice. BJP won 240 seats, Congress 99, and the INDIA bloc crossed 230, defying predictions.
NDA fared badly in final phase of Lok Sabha polls in Bihar
In the latest elections in Bihar, the NDA, led by BJP, saw a significant drop in Lok Sabha seats compared to previous years. The coalition, previously strong with ally JD(U) and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, faced challenges without him.
Turbulence ahead? Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav leave for Delhi on same flight
Following the contested Lok Sabha elections, India's political landscape is heating up, with both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the INDIA bloc preparing for crucial meetings in Delhi. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his opponent, Tejashwi Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), departed together to Delhi.
Will Palturam Nitish Kumar play musical chairs once again? Here is a list of his half a dozen U-turns
Nitish Kumar, Janata Dal United (JDU) chief and Bihar Chief Minister, has drawn attention as the opposition INDIA alliance won 233 seats, just 40 short of a majority. Known for his frequent alliance changes, earning him the nickname 'Paltu Kumar,' his shifting loyalties have significantly impacted Bihar and national politics. His future moves ahead of the 2024 elections are keenly watched.
Political families make big gains in Lok Sabha polls
Political families with members like Lalu Prasad Yadav, Mulayam Singh Yadav, and H D Deve Gowda are leading in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections with their relatives contesting and winning in various constituencies.
Railways land-for-job case: Court directs ED to file supplementary charge sheet by June 7
A Delhi court on Friday directed the ED to file supplementary charge sheet, if any, by June 7 in a money laundering case related to the alleged land for job scam in the Indian Railways involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad and several of his family members. Special Judge Vishal Gogne said he has questioned the ED several times in the course of the proceedings over the past few months about completion of the investigation.
Nitish not going along well with BJP; Bihar to witness something major: Tejashwi
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav predicts a major event in Bihar post Lok Sabha results, hinting at unrest between CM Nitish Kumar and BJP.
Bihar schools, coaching institutes, anganwadi centres to be shut till June 8 amid reports of students fainting due to heatwave
Bihar's state government has announced that all private and government-run schools, coaching institutes, and anganwadi centers will be closed until June 8, following instructions from Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The decision was prompted by reports of students fainting due to the extreme heat. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav called on the government to implement immediate measures to protect schoolchildren and criticized the Chief Minister for not intervening earlier.
Court pulls up CBI for delay in filing conclusive charge sheet in Railways land-for-job case
A Delhi court rebuked the CBI for delays in submitting a "conclusive charge sheet" related to the land for job scam in Indian Railways involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad and family members. Judge Vishal Gogne criticised the agency for repeatedly seeking more time and set a deadline of June 7. The CBI had previously filed a supplementary charge sheet against three accused in March.
'Chacha' is right, NDA will be completely wiped out: Tejashwi Yadav on Nitish's 'CM Modi' gaffe
PM Modi, while addressing a rally in Bihar last week, had said that the NDA government would not spare those who looted the state. "The NDA government will not spare those who looted Bihar. I guarantee the people of Bihar that those who looted the poor and took land in exchange for jobs will face justice. The countdown for their jail journey has begun. Once their helicopter rides end, their prison terms will start. This is Modi ki guarantee," Modi had said.
Does Modi play the tabla: Rabri Devi's response to PM's 'mujra' jibe
Former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for using "mujra" imagery during rallies in Bihar, accusing the INDIA bloc and RJD of Muslim appeasement. Devi, whose husband Lalu Prasad is the RJD's founding president, claimed that the BJP-led NDA will be routed in the elections and that Modi's claim that the INDIA bloc is receiving support from "jihadis" sponsored by Pakistan is false.
May Modi become 'mukhya mantri' again: Nitish Kumar faux pas in Bihar rally
JD (U) president Nitish Kumar on Sunday created a stir by mistakenly wishing for another term as "chief minister" for Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an election rally on the outskirts of Patna. Earlier he made another such goof-up when he wished "more than four thousand seats for the NDA."
INDIA bloc wants to rob reservation of SCs, STs, OBCs to appease Muslims: JP Nadda
BJP President J P Nadda has accused the INDIA bloc of being against Dalits, tribals, and backwards, claiming they want to appease Muslims and rob their reservation. He criticized the alliance as "arrogant" and "anti-Sanatan" and "anti-national". Nadda urged the people to vote for the BJP and claimed that if Narendra Modi becomes the prime minister for the third time, India will become the third largest economy.
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