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Santy Sharma says Cockroach Janata Party 'feels more like internet drama than a serious movement', cautions Indians in strong-worded post

Rapper Santy Sharma has labelled the "Cockroach Janta Party" as mere internet drama, questioning its founder's past associations and nationalist claims. Sharma argues for focusing on real issues like employment and education over online provocations. His remarks on digital activism have sparked widespread debate, while a PIL seeks a CBI…

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Doesn't understand India, trying to incite youth against PM: Giriraj Singh slams Rahul Gandhi for 'govt will fall' remark

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi. Singh accused Gandhi of trying to incite the country's youth against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gandhi had claimed the BJP government would fall within the year due to rising living costs. Singh asserted the nation supports PM Modi and is following…

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Modi govt has sprinkled petrol to burn common people's savings: Kharge

Fuel prices have seen a fourth increase in less than two weeks. Petrol and diesel rates have risen significantly, impacting household budgets and the economy. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has strongly criticized the Modi government over these hikes. He questioned the beneficiaries of these price increases and highlighted the financial…

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Assam Assembly introduces UCC bill, third state after Uttarakhand, Gujarat

Assam has introduced its Uniform Civil Code bill in the Assembly. This move follows similar legislation passed in Uttarakhand and Gujarat. The bill aims to standardise marriage age, prohibit polygamy, ensure equal property rights for daughters, and regulate live-in relationships. Scheduled Tribes will be exempt from its provisions.

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'Maha Power Disaster': Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over UP power crisis, Yogi Adityanath says 'providing power a priority'

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has strongly criticized the Uttar Pradesh government regarding the ongoing power crisis. He alleges that the ruling party is using political tactics and cabinet changes to distract from public discontent. Yadav claims BJP leaders are seeking to protect their political futures ahead of elections. The…

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"Democracy won, intimidation lost": PM Modi hails BJP's massive win on Falta seat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Debangshu Panda of the BJP for a significant victory in Falta, West Bengal. The seat saw re-polling due to earlier irregularities. Panda secured a win by over 1 lakh votes. This win strengthens the BJP's presence in the state assembly. The Election Commission reported high…

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Amit Shah says UCC will not affect tribals, urges community not to fall for 'conspiracies'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured tribal communities that the Uniform Civil Code will not impact their traditions or customs, urging them to disregard misinformation. He highlighted BJP-ruled states' provisions exempting tribals and emphasized the government's commitment to their welfare, citing increased budgets and the election of a tribal President.

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CM Suvendu Adhikari sets Falta-style landslide victory target in Nandigram bypoll

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has set a high victory target for the BJP in the upcoming Nandigram bypoll. Following a significant win in Falta, Adhikari urged supporters to replicate that success in Nandigram. He reassured constituents of his continued connection to the area despite vacating the MLA seat. The BJP…

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Mamata says INDIA bloc likely to meet in early June, vows opposition fight; BJP hits back

Mamata Banerjee announced that INDIA bloc members will meet in early June to strategize for a prolonged political battle, alleging widespread electoral manipulation by the BJP. Senior BJP leader Keya Ghosh refuted these claims, accusing Banerjee of refusing to accept the verdict and resorting to conspiracy theories.

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Centre pushed country into economic crisis: Akhilesh Yadav

The former Uttar Pradesh chief minister also attacked the Centre over rising prices of petrol and diesel and asked who was accountable for the state of the economy after 12 years in power, according to a Samajwadi Party (SP) statement.

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Bengal asks districts to build ‘holding centres’ for illegal foreigners as anti-infiltration drive gathers pace

West Bengal is setting up holding centers for suspected illegal foreigners and foreign prisoners. This move institutionalizes the state's 'detect, delete and deport' policy. District administrations will manage these centers for individuals awaiting repatriation. The initiative follows a tougher anti-infiltration framework announced by the Chief Minister.

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INDIA bloc's conspiracy to set India ablaze will never succeed: Piyush Goyal slams Rahul Gandhi

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has accused Rahul Gandhi and opposition parties of a major conspiracy to destabilize India and incite violence. Goyal stated their rhetoric is a deliberate plot to create unrest after electoral failures. He alleged political frustration drives the opposition's intention to incite violence. The public's wisdom will…

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DMK acting out of 'frustration' as its plans to stop Vijay from becoming CM fell through: Congress MP

Congress MP B Manickam Tagore criticised the DMK's actions as a "drama." He alleged the DMK engaged in secret talks with the AIADMK and BJP. Tagore stated the Congress broke away from the DMK-led alliance to support C Joseph Vijay's TVK. The Congress party affirmed its commitment to supporting only…

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Centre cracked down on CJP after IB warning on possible unrest, claim Maharashtra Cong leaders

Maharashtra Congress leaders accuse the ruling BJP of suppressing public dissent by blocking social media accounts of the satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP). The move reportedly followed an Intelligence Bureau report warning of potential unrest due to the CJP's campaign demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG paper…

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Rahul Gandhi trying to create 'anarchy' to topple Modi govt: BJP

The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of plotting to destabilize the Narendra Modi government. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra alleged Gandhi is inciting anarchy and acting on behalf of foreign forces. Patra stated Gandhi predicted the Modi government's fall within a year. He claimed Gandhi's agenda is…

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Congress stabbed DMK in back, never trust them again: Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin, DMK Youth Wing chief, has sharply criticized the Congress party. He stated the Congress betrayed the DMK after benefiting from their support for over two decades. Stalin believes the Congress is responsible for the BJP's national election successes. He urged DMK cadres to focus on internal strategy and…

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Falta repoll results: BJP leading by over 69,000 votes after 15 rounds of counting

BJP candidate Debangshu Panda is significantly ahead in the Falta Assembly constituency repoll. After 15 counting rounds, Panda holds a lead of over 69,000 votes. The repoll followed allegations of EVM tampering during the initial April 29 polling. Over 87 percent of electors participated in the repoll held on May…

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ECI Falta Election Result 2026: BJP’s Debangshu Panda leading with massive margin amid strict security arrangements

Election Commission of India Falta Election Result 2026: Vote counting for the Falta Assembly seat in West Bengal is currently underway, with BJP candidate Debangshu Panda taking a lead. The constituency recently witnessed a full repoll after the Election Commission of India ordered fresh voting over allegations of electoral irregularities…

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South Central 76: TVK’s social media game in Tamil Nadu and anti-SIR debate

In this episode of South Central, hosts Pooja Prasanna and Anisha Sheth first discuss the unprecedented use of social media in Tamil Nadu by Vijay’s TVK and whether it has reshaped politics in the state. They are joined by journalist and translator Kavitha Muralidharan and TNM’s Associate Editor Nandini Chandrasekhar.

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‘94% of users are Indian’: Cockroach Janta Party founder fires back at BJP claim of Pakistan-heavy audience

Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, stands firm against BJP's assertions regarding the demographic of his movement's social media audience. According to recent data, an impressive 94% of his followers are Indians, countering the Union ministers' claims of a Pakistani influence. The movement's emphasis on youth unemployment…

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Bengal govt depts asked to hand over land to railways for completion of 61 stalled projects: CM Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the state government has directed departments to hand over land for 61 stalled railway projects, aiming to improve connectivity. He highlighted the expedited progress on the New Garia-Airport metro line viaduct, attributing the acceleration to the 'double engine' government's synergy.

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Leadership crisis, 'loot' in BJP govt: Kharge attacks after 3rd fuel price hike

Fuel prices have surged for the third time in eight days. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes the government, accusing it of "looting" citizens. He highlights international examples where countries provided relief. India's petrol and diesel prices have increased by nearly Rs 5 per litre. This rise follows a prolonged freeze…

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Uttar Pradesh: FIR lodged against Congress state President Ajay Rai over alleged 'derogatory' remarks against PM Modi

An FIR has been filed against Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai in Lucknow. He faces charges for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The complaint was lodged by Advocate Neeraj Rawat. BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan condemned the remarks and criticized Rahul Gandhi's alleged encouragement of such…

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'Invisible weapons attacking social harmony': Akhilesh Yadav targets BJP, demands audit of funds and assets

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav has directly attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party. He alleges invisible weapons are being used to harm social harmony. Yadav demands a thorough legal and financial review of BJP properties and funding sources. He also raised concerns about foreign travel by individuals he described as associates.

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Hafta 590: The Norway question that shook Modi’s tour and Press Freedom

This week on Hafta, Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande and Anand Vardhan are joined by Suhasini Haidar, Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Hindu.

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