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Road to defeat BJP runs through Gujarat: Rahul Gandhi
Modasa, April 16: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, said on Wednesday that the road to defeat the BJP runs through Gujarat, asserting that the land (Gujarat) has given birth to Congress's ideological roots.
BJP hijacked Nitish Kumar for electoral gains: Tejashwi Yadav
Patna, April 15: After a high-profile meeting with Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, Bihar Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Tejashwi Yadav launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, alleging that the BJP has ‘hijacked’ him and is using him as a face for electoral gains.
There is no challenge, Nitish Kumar will remain CM, says Bihar Dy CM Samrat Chaudhary following Congress-RJD meet
Patna, April 15: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary expressed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is going to retain his post after the Bihar Assembly elections even if the "entire UPA, INDI alliance" fights the polls.
DMK has to go, NDA will come to power in TN: K. Annamalai
Chennai, April 13: Former Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Saturday said the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu has become stronger and more dynamic following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit, and reiterated that the alliance's objective is to remove the DMK from power in the 2026 Assembly elections.
Prashant Kishor slams Bihar CM over blocking 'Badlav Rally'
Patna, April 11: Jan Suraaj Party Chief Prashant Kishor on Friday launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of deliberately obstructing public participation in the party's much-publicised 'Bihar Badlav Rally' at the Gandhi Maidan here.
BJP to launch 'Waqf Reforms Awareness Campaign' nationwide from April 20 to May 5
New Delhi, April 10: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced a nationwide campaign titled 'Waqf Reforms Awareness Campaign', which will run from April 20 to May 5.
No link between Amit Shah's Chennai visit and state BJP president poll: Annamalai
Chennai, April 10: Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai on Thursday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Chennai has no connection with the party’s state president elections.
Palaniswami, AIADMK leaders set to meet HM Shah in Chennai today; Panneerselvam awaits appointment
Chennai, April 10: AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition in Tamil Nadu, Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), is set to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Chennai on Thursday, along with senior leaders K.P. Munusamy and S.P. Velumani.
DMDK meet on April 30 to finalise strategy for 2026 TN Assembly elections
Chennai, April 8: The DMDK will finalise its strategy for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections at its upcoming general council meeting scheduled for April 30.
Rahul Gandhi to launch 'White T-shirt movement' in Bihar, seeks youth participation
New Delhi, April 6: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Sunday made a fervent appeal to the youth of Bihar to participate in the White T-Shirt movement, beginning Monday, in huge numbers to send across a strong message that people of the state won't get swayed away anymore and they are ready to write their own destiny.
District Congress chiefs to play bigger role in candidate selection, party performance
New Delhi, April 3: In a move to strengthen its organisational structure, the grand old party has decided that District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents will play a more prominent role in candidate selection and overall party performance. During a key meeting held at Indira Bhavan on Thursday, senior party leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Organisation K.C.
Discussed TN issues including law and order with Amit Shah; no alliance talks: Edappadi
Chennai, March 26: AIADMK General Secretary and Tamil Nadu Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), clarified that his meeting with Union Home Minister, Amit Shah on Tuesday was focussed solely on various state-related issues, and not on political alliances.
'Fictitious communities named', Suvendu Adhikari questions Mamata govt's new OBC survey
Kolkata, March 26: The Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, on Wednesday questioned the fresh survey bring conducted by the state government to identify the Other Backward Classes (OBCs), alleging that "completely make-believe, fictitious and imaginary' communities have been listed.
BJP's 'Saugat-e-Modi' to minorities meant to serve its political interests: Mayawati
Lucknow, March 26: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP, accusing it of using the 'Saugat-e-Modi' initiative to serve its political interests under the guise of outreach to minority communities.
EPS meets Amit Shah in Delhi, speculations rife on possible renewal of AIADMK-BJP alliance
Chennai, March 26: AIADMK General Secretary and Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) met the Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Tuesday, sparking intense political speculation about a possible revival of the AIADMK-BJP alliance.
Home Minister Amit Shah on two-day Bihar visit from March 29
Patna, March 20: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Bihar from March 29 to 30, as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's preparations for the upcoming state Assembly elections.
Don't want Tamil youth to follow actors like flock of sheep, says VCK leader
Chennai, March 17: VCK leader and Member of Parliament Thol Thirumavalavan has urged Tamil Nadu’s youth not to fall for the glamour of cinema or blindly follow film stars entering politics.
Cong veteran contradicts Rahul on claims of 'half of Gujarat's party unit working for BJP'
Gandhinagar, March 15: Dinsha Patel, former Union Minister and veteran Congress leader from Gujarat has contradicted Rahul Gandhi’s claims of some party leaders from the state unit, working as ‘agents’ of the BJP.
'Now PDA is their target': Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of spreading hatred
Lucknow, March 13: Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading hatred in society and claimed that the public now feels the Constitution is not safe in the party's hands.
Prioritize childbirth to protect Tamil Nadu's representation, says Udhayanidhi Stalin
Chennai, March 12: DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Wednesday expressed concerns over the state's declining birth rate and its potential impact on parliamentary seat allocation, urging newlyweds to prioritize childbirth.
Bihar: VIP chief Mukesh Sahani announces to contest 60 seats in Assembly polls
Patna, March 11: Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani on Tuesday declared that his party will contest 60 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections.
RJD legislator questions timing of Baba Bageshwar's visit to Bihar; slams BJP
Patna, March 7: The visit of religious preacher Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, popularly known as Baba Bageshwar, to Bihar's Gopalganj district, has sparked a political controversy, with RJD legislator Bhai Virendra questioning the timing of the visit, and accusing the BJP and its leaders of using Babas for political mileage ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls.
Now, Union Minister Paswan calls for lifting toddy ban in Bihar
Patna, March 7: Union Minister Chirag Paswan has called for lifting the toddy ban in Bihar, saying it is a natural product and should not be treated like alcohol.
Gujarat BJP reshuffles leadership, key appointments announced
Gandhinagar, March 6: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced new district and city presidents for Gujarat, appointing 26 district presidents and six city presidents.
Delhi BJP chief mocks Kejriwal's Vipassana in Punjab
New Delhi, March 4: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Tuesday hit out at Arvind Kejriwal and Rahul Gandhi and claimed that they were spending public money on their annual physical well-being and entertainment.
BJP gears up for Bihar Assembly polls, Dilip Jaiswal to be new state chief
Patna, March 4: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has ramped up preparations for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections with a crucial State Council meeting scheduled on Tuesday at Bapu Auditorium in Patna.
Maintain deep connection with J&K people: JP Nadda (Lead)
Jammu, March 1: BJP President and Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Saturday asked party MLAs in J&K to maintain grassroots connection with the people and focus on the development of their constituencies.
AIADMK in a spot as EPS refuses to take back expelled leaders OPS, Shashikala
Chennai, March 1: The principal opposition party of Tamil Nadu, the AIADMK is facing a major crisis after party general secretary and Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) refused any realignment talks with the expelled party leaders, O.
CM Sarma and his family looting Assam: AICC Assam in-charge Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, February 28: All India Congress Committee (AICC) Assam in-charge and General Secretary Jitendra Singh Alwar alleged that Assam Chief Minister Hemanta Biswa Sarma and his family were looting the state.
Tamil superstar Vijay's TVK to hold first anniversary meet today
Chennai, Feb 26: Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay’s party, TVK, is set to celebrate its first anniversary on Wednesday at a private hotel in Mahabalipuram.
AIADMK MP Thambidurai criticises DMK's NEP stance, says Stalin using language issue for votes
Chennai, February 25: Amid a tussle between the Centre and Tamil Nadu government over the three-language policy, AIADMK MP M Thambidurai accused the ruling DMK government of using the language issue as a political tool ahead of elections.
Crucial CPI(M) conference from today to select new leadership for 2026 Bengal Assembly polls
Kolkata, Feb 22: The crucial state conference of CPI(M) in West Bengal will start at Dankuni in Hooghly district on Saturday to choose a new leadership for the state Assembly polls in 2026.
Dissent in TN Cong against TNCC chief K Selvaperunthagai
Chennai, Feb 22: Dissent is brewing within the Tamil Nadu Congress over the leadership style of state party President K. Selvaperunthagai after he invited applications for the post of new district chiefs.
BSP working like BJP's 'B-team', says Rahul Gandhi while inviting Mayawati for poll pact
Raebareli, Feb 20: Starting his two-day trip to Raebareli with a visit to a local temple, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday described Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) as a ‘B-team’ of the BJP and invited former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati to tie up with the Congress and Samajwadi Party in their fight against the ruling party.
Each of you will be accountable, Kharge tells Cong Gen Secys at party meeting
New Delhi, Feb 19: Addressing a meeting of All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretaries and state incharges here on Wednesday, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge told them that they would be accountable for their respective states' organisational strength and the electoral performance of the party.
Trinamool biggest beneficiary of binary politics: CPI(M) report on Bengal
Kolkata, Feb 14: CPI(M), in its internal party document, has identified Trinamool Congress as the biggest beneficiary of binary polarization of politics in West Bengal.
Ajit Pawar sets up core group for NCP consolidation in Maharashtra
Mumbai, Feb 14: Ahead of the upcoming local and civic body elections in Maharashtra, the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) on Friday formed a seven-member core group to focus on strengthening the party organisation, implementation of various policies and government's welfare decisions across the state.
Will utilise expertise of Delhi to make Punjab example state, says CM Mann
New Delhi, Feb 11: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accompanied by AAP MLAs and ministers, on Tuesday met with the party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal here to discuss the progress of the state and the roadmap ahead.
Delhi poll dissection: Kejriwal meets Punjab CM, MLAs; sends out message of AAP unity
New Delhi, Feb 11: In a meeting with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and 91 state MLAs, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday called for collective focus on the Assembly polls in the agrarian state in 2027 and dismissed talk of trouble in the party in that state, said a party leader.
INDIA bloc needs to sit and work things out: Kapil Sibal
New Delhi, February 11: After subsequent disappointments faced by major INDIA bloc parties in the recent assembly elections, senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Tuesday said that the alliance will have to sit together and work meticulously to make things out.