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Rajasthan Assembly speaker calls upon youth to 'actively engage' in nation-building processes
Jaipur, March 26: Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, addressing the Vikas Bharat Yuva Sansad, emphasised that today's youth represent the true spirit of India. He highlighted that the nation's future rests on the strong shoulders of young citizens and stressed the importance of upholding democratic values.
Bihar's rich culture, knowledge and art enhanced prestige of India: LoP Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, March 22: On the occasion of Bihar Diwas, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Bihar, highlighting the state's rich cultural, historical, and intellectual contributions to the prestige of India.
Will achieve fair delimitation: CM Stalin on Joint Action Committee meet
New Delhi, March 21: Tamil Nadu Chief on Friday said that fair delimitation was crucial for the state's rights and what started as Tamil Nadu's initiative has now grown into a national movement.
Opposition moves no-confidence motion against Maha Legislative Council Chairman
Mumbai, March 19: The opposition parties on Wednesday moved a no-confidence motion against the Maharashtra Legislative Council Chairman Ram Shinde accusing him of holding the proceedings of the Upper House in a biased and one-sided manner.
Opposition's demand for debate on PM Modi's Maha Kumbh statement contradicts Parliamentary rule
New Delhi, March 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement on the Maha Kumbh led to an uproar in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, with the opposition demanding a discussion on his remarks. However, this demand is not in line with parliamentary rules, particularly Rule 372 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha.
Delhi is seen as a mini-India: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at two-day Orientation Programme for MLAs
New Delhi, March 18: Asserting that Delhi is seen as a "mini India," Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said that the MLA's thoughts and views should be about the social welfare of the people of the national capital.
Goal is to develop Delhi; both ruling party, opposition necessary for development: CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, March 18: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday emphasised the city's development and said that both the ruling party and the opposition are necessary for its progress.
Looking at PM's podcast with political lens: BJP's Praveen Khandelwal attacks opposition
New Delhi, March 17: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Praveen Khandelwal on Monday slammed the opposition, accusing them of looking at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's podcast with Lex Fridman from a "political lens" and suggested they look after themselves first.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath emphasises role of media in democracy at Gorakhpur Press Club
Gorakhpur, March 16: Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath on Sunday underscored the significance of responsible journalism in a democracy, stating that presenting accurate facts to the public is crucial.
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal defends 'One Nation, One Election' as poll reform
Jaipur, March 15: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Saturday, defended the concept of "One Nation, One Election", addressing concerns raised by some political parties that it threatens federalism.
'One Nation, One Election' a step in democratic reform not imposition, says TN BJP chief Annamalai
Bengaluru, March 14: Tamil Nadu BJP chief and retired IPS officer Annamalai stated that implementing 'One Nation, One Election' would make regional parties think nationally and national parties consider regional interests.
Would encourage regional parties to think nationally, national parties to think regionally: Annamalai highlights benefits of One Nation, One Election
Chennai, March 14: In a detailed explanation of the One Nation, One Election (ONOE) proposal, Tamil Nadu BJP Chief K Annamalai outlined the significant benefits of aligning elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies on Friday.
K'taka Dy CM Shivakumar to attend meeting on March 22 in Chennai to oppose delimitation
Bengaluru, March 13: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and state Congress President, D.K. Shivakumar, will attend the meeting called by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K.
Stalin writes to Siddaramaiah, invites him for meeting on March 22 to oppose delimitation
Bengaluru, March 12: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has written a letter to his Karnataka counterpart, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, seeking his support in opposing delimitation.
JPC to seek public opinion through website on 'One Nation, One Election'
New Delhi, March 11: In a significant development, the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on "One Nation, One Election" on Tuesday convened with two legal luminaries -- former Chief Justice of India, Ranjan Gogoi and former Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court Rajendra Menon -- delivering in-depth presentations.
ECI invites suggestions from political parties to strengthen electoral processes
New Delhi, March 11: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has invited suggestions from all national and state political parties to further strengthen electoral processes, a statement from the poll body said.
One Nation, One Election will greatly benefit India: JPC chairman PP Chaudhary
New Delhi, March 11: P.P. Chaudhary, the chairman of Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) on Tuesday explained, how the 'poll model' would enable elected representatives to focus on governance for their entire five-year term, benefitting the nation immensely.
Entire opposition wants discussion on voters list: Priyanka Gandhi
New Delhi, March 10: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on Monday said that reports of voter list manipulation appear before elections and it is very dangerous for democracy. She said the government should allow discussion on the issue in Parliament.
Delhi Speaker forms two panels for legislative deliberations
New Delhi, March 6: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has formally constituted the Business Advisory Committee and the Committee on Private Members' Bills & Resolutions for the year 2024-2025, paving the way for reintroduction of legislative practices discontinued under the previous AAP government.
They want to create 'Hindia: Kamal Haasan at All-Party Meeting, opposes constituency delimitation
Chennai, March 5: Makkal Needhi Maiam President Kamal Haasan sharply criticized the Union government's push for parliamentary constituency delimitation, warning that it could undermine India's federal structure and diversity.
TN forced to fight for its rights: CM Stalin on delimitation row
Chennai, March 5: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said on Wednesday the state was being forced to wage a major struggle for its rights, and that the upcoming delimitation process should not be based on new census.
Congress claims Election Commission 'complicit' in voter list 'irregularities'
New Delhi, March 3: Congress has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of being "complicit" in voter list “manipulation” and stated that it was actively pursuing a remedy through legal, political, legislative, and other means.
We cannot afford to engage in polarized, divisive activities: VP Dhankhar
Thiruvananthapuram, March 2: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Sunday that Indians cannot afford to distance themselves from the core values of Sanatan and engage in polarized, divisive activities. He lamented that politics has become polarized and deeply divided, with tensions running high.
In UNHRC address, EAM Jaishankar highlights India's commitment to global unity, mutual respect
Geneva, February 25: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in his address to the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva reiterated the country's commitment to protecting and promoting human rights.
One Government, one person, elected continuously Three Times, Chirag Paswan on PM's Bihar visit
Patna, February 25: Union Minister Chirag Paswan on Tuesday strongly defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi after his visit to Bihar, emphasizing the trust shown by the people in Modi's leadership.
Illegal migrants intervening in electoral process, becoming decisive players: Vice-President Dhankhar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, February 22: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday voiced serious concerns over illegal migration in India, stating that millions of undocumented individuals are residing in the country without legal rights.
Expose sinister designs to destabilise India & manipulate democracy: VP Dhankhar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Feb 22: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday deplored the acts of ridiculing the key institutions of the country, saying that people should expose all those sinister designs which are trying to destabilise India and also manipulate democracy.
He conspired to weaken Indian democracy: Ravi Shankar Prasad attacks Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, February 20: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday levelled serious allegations against Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi, saying that he has "conspired to weaken the Indian democracy".
Shivraj Singh Chouhan seeks support for PM Modi's 'One Nation One Election' vision
Bhopal, Feb 18: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday sought support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'One Nation One Election' vision, asserting that multiple elections system is blocking development.
Gyanesh Kumar appointed new Chief Election Commissioner, to succeed Rajiv Kumar
New Delhi, February 18: Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as the new Chief Election Commissioner of India.
ECI bids farewell to Rajiv Kumar, 25th CEC of India
New Delhi, Feb 18: The Election Commission of India on Monday bid farewell to Rajiv Kumar who will be demitting the office of Chief Election Commissioner on Tuesday (February 18).
ECI bids farewell to Rajiv Kumar, India's 25th Chief Election Commissioner
New Delhi, February 17: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday bid farewell to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India, Rajiv Kumar, who will be demitting the office on February 18.
BJP hails scrapping of US fund to 'influence' Indian polls; suspects Cong to be fund beneficiary
New Delhi, Feb 16: BJP national spokesperson Amit Malviya on Sunday slammed the previous Joe Biden-led US government’s now-cancelled fund to influence "voter turnout in India", calling it a tool for "external interference" in the country’s democratic process.
Jaishankar highlights India as democracy that delivers in panel discussion at Munich Security Conference
Munich, February 15: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has expressed optimism over the direction of India's democracy and stressed that India's democracy has delivered. He spoke how the elections are conducted in India and mentioned about recent elections in Delhi and parliamentary elections held in 2024.
Vice President Dhankhar warns against divisive forces, stresses need to preserve national unity
New Delhi, February 8: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday issued a stern warning against divisive forces in India, urging a strong response to those attempting to create rifts based on caste and regionalism.
India a pluralistic democracy, cannot become a one-religion nation, says Siddaramaiah
Kodagu, (Karnataka) Jan 31: Noting many people call India a one-religion nation, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday stressed that India is a secular, democratic, and pluralistic country, and cannot be transformed into a sovereign nation of a single religion.
'One Nation One Election' linked to future of youth, there should be discussion across country: PM Modi at NCC rally
New Delhi, January 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday strongly pitched for 'One Nation, One Election' proposal and urged people to become part of the debate in large numbers, saying there should be a wide discussion so that the country can move in the right direction.
Today is a day to remember constitution-makers: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami
Dehradun, January 26: On the occasion of Republic Day, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasised that the day is a moment to "honour the Constitution-makers" and freedom fighters "who contributed to India's independence."
Cultural Program marks 76th Republic Day celebrations at Raj Bhavan in Agartala
Agartala, January 26: The 76th Republic Day of India was celebrated with grandeur at Raj Bhavan in Agartala, where a special cultural program was organised in the presence of Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu, Chief Minister Manik Saha, and several prominent dignitaries.
Jharkhand Governor hoists Tricolour in Ranchi, calls for inclusive nation building
Ranchi, Jan 26: On the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar hoisted the Tricolour at the city's Morabadi ground, where a grand parade and tableaux showcasing government schemes were organized.