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Trinamool to conduct state-wide protests against price hike of essential medicines: Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata, April 2: West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress will conduct massive protest rallies and processions throughout the state on April 4 and April 5 against the price hike of 748 medicines, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Wednesday.
HM Amit Shah slams UPA for 'turning Waqf into a land-grabbing machine' before 2014 polls
New Delhi, April 2: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during the debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, presented a lengthy list of properties he claimed were donated to Waqf. This list included land belonging to temples, other religions, the government, and others.
Dividing Bharat Mata in the name of religion is govt's only agenda: KC Venugopal on Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 2: KC Venugopal, Congress MP from Kerala, launched a blistering attack at the Centre over the ‘discriminatory’ Waqf Amendment Bill and stated that the only motive behind this contentious bill was to push its agenda of hatred and dividing the country in name of religion.
Fall of Congress in Gujarat: Three decades of decline and struggle for relevance
Ahmedabad, April 2: The Congress party was once the dominant political force in Gujarat, shaping the state’s governance since independence. However, over the past 30 years, the party has witnessed a dramatic downfall, losing ground to the BJP’s aggressive electoral strategies, organisational strength, and ideological appeal.
Pawan Khera: Waqf Bill is both 'anti-Muslim' and 'anti-Constitutional'
New Delhi, April 2: Congress Spokesperson Pawan Khera has slammed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, describing it as not only “anti-Muslim” but also “anti-constitutional.”
Congress will amend the Waqf Law in 2029 if it is passed: Rashid Alvi
New Delhi, April 2: Senior Congress leader Rashid Alvi on Wednesday assured that the Congress would revise the waqf law when it comes to power in 2029 as the Lok Sabha witnessed a spirited discussion on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, as proposed by a Joint Parliamentary Committee and tabled by Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju for consideration and passage.
Waqf Bill weakens Constitution, defames minorities, divides society: Gaurav Gogoi
New Delhi, April 2: As Parliament debated the contentious Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, on Wednesday, deputy leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi came down heavily on the government.
Gaurav Gogoi counters Rijiju, says, Waqf Amendment is 'attack' on Constitution
New Delhi, April 2: Congress Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday strongly opposed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, calling it an "attack" on Parliament and the Constitution.
Cong opposing amendment to cover up Waqf property encroachments: Ex-CM Bommai
Bengaluru, April 2: Former Chief Minister and BJP MP, Basavaraj Bommai, alleged on Wednesday that the Congress party has encroached upon Waqf properties and is opposing the amendment Bill to cover this up.
Rijiju targets Congress over 2013 amendments in Waqf, questions powers provided under section 108
New Delhi, April 2: Introducing the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, in Lok Sabha, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday targeted UPA government's 2013 amendment in the Waqf Act, questioning the powers provided under section 108.
BJP MP Rekha Sharma supports Waqf Bill, slams congress for vote-bank politics
New Delhi, April 2: Rajya Sabha MP Rekha Sharma on Wednesday backed the Waqf Amendment Bill and said the bill will benefit both the Muslim community and the country, and criticized the Congress for not making changes to the Waqf Bill due to vote-bank politics.
Congress, INDI bloc leaders voice opposition over Waqf Amendment bill
New Delhi, April 2: Leaders from Congress and the INDI Bloc have expressed strong opposition to the Waqf Amendment Bill amidst growing political tension.
Some leaders, including religious leaders are misleading innocent Muslims, says Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Waqf Amendement Bill
New Delhi, April 2: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday stated that some religious leaders were misleading innocent Muslims while speaking on the Waqf Amendment Bill which is to be introduced today.
K'taka BJP protests against suspension of 18 MLAs, demands immediate revocation
Bengaluru, April 2: The Karnataka BJP staged a protest on Wednesday at the Vidhana Soudha premises against the state government's decision to suspend 18 of its MLAs for six months. The party also demanded an immediate revocation of the suspension.
CPI(M)'s 24th party congress begins in Madurai, veteran leader Biman Bose hoists flag
Chennai, April 2: The 24th Party Congress of the CPI(M) commenced on Wednesday in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, with senior leader Biman Bose hoisting the party flag at the historic Tamukkam Ground.
Shashi Tharoor praising PM Modi with intent to join BJP for Kerala CM's post: Agnimitra Paul
New Delhi, April 2: BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul on Wednesday reacted strongly to Shashi Tharoor's recent praise of Narendra Modi and questioned his sudden admiration for the Prime Minister, suggesting that the Congress MP was attempting to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with hopes of being made the Chief Minister of Kerala.
All India Congress Committee announce new district presidents in Bihar
New Delhi, April 2: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) announced on Tuesday new presidents for several district Congress committees in Bihar. The appointments were approved by party general secretary K.C. Venugopal, as per the release statement.
K'taka govt hikes diesel price by Rs 2 per litre; move slammed by opposition
Bengaluru, April 2: The Karnataka government on Tuesday hiked the diesel price by Rs 2 in the state with immediate effect. The opposition BJP and JD (S) have slammed the decision of the government.
Not taken even an inch of Hyderabad University land, says Telangana govt
Hyderabad, April 2: Amid the row over 400 acres of land near Hyderabad Central University, the Telangana government on Tuesday clarified that it has not taken even an inch of the land belonging to the university.
Scheduled list of speakers at CPI-M Party Congress' closing session prompts speculation over new GS
Kolkata, April 1: With the 24th Party Congress of the CPI-M scheduled to start at the temple town of Madurai in Tamil Nadu from Wednesday, fresh speculations have surfaced over the party's new General Secretary - a post which had been lying vacant since the demise of incumbent, Sitaram Yechury, last year.
Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to be tabled in Lok Sabha today amidst political standoff
New Delhi, April 2: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress issuing whips to their MPs to ensure their presence in the House.
Price-hike demon...: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy attacks Karnataka govt
Bengaluru, April 2: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Tuesday attacked the Karnataka government after the state government increased the sales tax on diesel, resulting in a price hike of Rs 2 per litre and labeled the government a "Price Hike Demon."
Artists stage powerful drama to highlight situation in Tibet
Dharamshala, April 2: Tibetan artists stage an inaugural theatre performance of "A Fearless Voice", a powerful drama to show the situation inside Tibet.
Waqf (Amendment) Bill to be tabled tomorrow amidst political standoff, parties issue whips for support
New Delhi, April 1: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is expected to be tabled in Parliament tomorrow, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress issuing whips to their MPs to ensure their presence in the House for the next three days.
Yediyurappa to protest against Karnataka govt as 'Garbage Tax', diesel price surge
Bengaluru, April 1: After the price of diesel in Karnataka set to rise by Rs 2 per liter , former Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Central Parliamentary Board member B.S. Yediyurappa will take part in protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru city on Wednesday against Congress led State Government's frequent hike in prices of essential commodities.
Rahul Gandhi condoles demise of workers in Gujarat's factory fire; urges for strict enforcement of safety rules
New Delhi, April 1: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday condoled the demise and injuries of several workers in a firecracker factory in Banskantha, Gujarat, urging for "strict enforcement of safety rules and clear accountability of those responsible."
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi slams Karnataka govt, calls It 'garbage for nation' over garbage collection fee
New Delhi, April 1: : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday criticized the Karnataka government over its decision to impose a garbage collection fee.
Congress leader welcomes liquor ban in MP
Bhopal, April 1: Congress leader Jaivardhan Singh on Tuesday welcomed the Madhya Pradesh government's decision to ban liquor and bars in 19 religious cities, including Ujjain.
Honey-trap row: Few facts can't be revealed, CM & HM to decide on probe, says Karnataka Minister Rajanna
Tumakuru (Karnataka), April 1: Karnataka Cooperation Minister K.N. Rajanna, referring to the alleged attempts by political rivals to honey-trap him, on Tuesday said that certain facts of the matter could not be disclosed and that the decision to conduct a probe in this regard rests with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Home Minister G.
K'taka govt imposing taxes on everything except air people breathe: BJP
Bengaluru, April 1: The BJP has accused the Karnataka government of imposing taxes on everything except the air people breathe.
Census was conducted even during wars, now an unprecedented delay: Kharge
New Delhi, April 1: Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday raised concerns over the delay in conducting the national census and the caste census and urged the government to start it as soon as possible.
Bengal minister among 30 TMC MLAs asked to clarify absence on last day of Assembly session
Kolkata, April 1: The internal disciplinary committee of Trinamool Congress' legislative party in the West Bengal Assembly has finally shortlisted 30 party MLAs, including a member of the state cabinet for being absent on March 20, the last day of the second phase of the budget session, ignoring the party whip.
Bandi Sanjay, KTR accuse Telangana government of destroying environment
Hyderabad, April 1: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar and Bharat Rashtra Samithi Working President K. T. Rama Rao have alleged that the Telangana government is defying court orders and destroying the environment by bulldozing trees on 400 acres of land at Kancha Gachibowli next to the University of Hyderabad.
K'taka govt imposing price hikes, surpassing even Ghazni, says Kumaraswamy
Bengaluru, April 1: Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, has strongly criticised the Karnataka government, dubbing it a "Price-Demon" draining the people's resources, surpassing even Mahmud of Ghazni and Muhammad Ghori.
Will Kerala CM's son-in-law Riyas be inducted into CPI(M) Central Committee?
Thiruvananthapuram, April 1: With just hours left for the 24th CPI(M) party congress to begin in Madurai, people are wondering whether P.A. Mohammed Riyas, the son-in-law of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who has been fast tracked in the state unit of the party, will get another lift when the new Central Committee (CC) will be named in the next few days.
Karnataka's Congress govt is searching ways to tax common people: BJP MP K Sudhakar on garbage cess
New Delhi, April 1: BJP MP K Sudhakar on Tuesday slammed the Karnataka Congress government over the "garbage cess" and accused it of seeking ways to tax the common people.
TDP says party will support Waqf Amendment bill, says bill is in interest of Muslims
New Delhi, April 1: Telugu Desham Party (TDP) national spokesperson Prem Kumar Jain on Tuesday said that the party is in support of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and assured that Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu is in favour of Muslims.
Opposition has nothing to do except protest: Union Minister Suresh Gopi on Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: Union Minister Suresh Gopi slammed the opposition on Tuesday over the disapproval and protest over the Waqf Amendment Bill, stating that they have nothing to do other than protest.
Price hike demon govt is draining blood of people: HD Kumaraswamy slams Karnataka govt over price hikes
Bengaluru, April 1: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy has expressed outrage over the implementation of garbage cess in Bengaluru by the Congress-led Karnataka government, stating that the "price hike demon" government in Karnataka is draining the blood of the people like leeches.
Gujarat to host AICC national convention after 64 years
Ahmedabad, March 31: Ahmedabad is gearing up to host the 84th National Convention of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) on April 8-9, marking a historic return of the event to Gujarat after a gap of 64 years.