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BJP leads Rajasthan civic polls, wins Jaipur MC board; independents emerge key players

The Bharatiya Janata Party leads Rajasthan urban local body elections, securing the Jaipur Municipal Corporation board. Independent candidates are emerging as key players in several civic bodies without clear majorities. Counting is complete in eight of ten municipal corporations across Rajasthan. The BJP is set to form boards in Jaipur,…

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Congress names Sibamoni Bora as candidate for Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved Sibamoni Bora as the party candidate. She will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election from Assam's Nagaon constituency. The Nagaon seat became vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi moved to the Assam Assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party named Debashis Sarma as its candidate for this by-election. The…

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BSP to contest all elections independently: Party chief Mayawati ahead of 2027 UP polls

Bahujan Samaj Party will contest all upcoming elections independently, prioritizing political power for exploited sections. Mayawati stated her nephew Akash Anand needs more maturity for major party responsibilities. Preparations are underway for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, which will see a major contest. Former AIMIM leader Asim Waqar joined…

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BJP to launch month-long 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' marking PM Modi's 25 years in public office

The Bharatiya Janata Party will initiate a month-long campaign to honor Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years. This 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' will commence after the annual 'Seva Pakhwada' event. The initiative aims to connect beneficiaries with government welfare schemes through 'Seva Setu Abhiyan'. A 'National Innovation Challenge' will encourage youth…

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BJP's national team overhaul eyes Uttar Pradesh and Lok Sabha battle

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced a significant reshuffling of its national office-bearers. This restructuring aims to blend experience with youthful energy for upcoming polls. Several prominent leaders have returned to key roles after a period of absence. The new team includes diverse representation from various states and communities. This…

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BJP announces new national office-bearers team under President Nitin Nabin; Smriti Irani, Piyush Goyal among key names, check full list

The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced its new national office-bearers team. Several new faces have been assigned key organisational responsibilities within the party structure. Prominent leaders like Sunil Bansal and Vinod Tawde continue in their national general secretary roles. The party has appointed thirteen national vice presidents and sixteen national…

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Rahul Gandhi calls Amarinder his favourite BJP leader; ex-Punjab CM says personal ties with Gandhis remain

During an engaging Instagram session, Rahul Gandhi surprisingly labeled Amarinder Singh as his favorite BJP politician. In response, Amarinder Singh expressed gratitude, emphasizing the enduring personal bonds with the Gandhi family while firmly stating his loyalty to the Bharatiya Janata Party. He highlighted how personal relationships can transcend political affiliations,…

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Voting underway for bypolls in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat; BJP, RJD exude confidence in Bankipur

Voting commenced for by-elections in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia constituencies. Gujarat's Manjalpur Assembly seat also saw polling begin on Thursday. The counting of votes for all three by-elections is scheduled for August 3. BJP leaders expressed confidence in securing victories in these crucial contests. Opposition parties also voiced…

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'Biggest paper leak racket operating within BJP': Sanjay Raut slams Centre

Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut criticized the new anti-paper leak bill introduced by the central government. He alleged that the biggest paper leak racket operates within the Bharatiya Janata Party. Raut stated that merely passing a law will not resolve the issue of examination malpractices. The Congress party also plans…

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'Number of MPs, MLAs defecting to BJP presents dirty picture of Bengal's political culture': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee accused the BJP of new tactics to boost parliamentary strength. He alleged the BJP manipulates Rajya Sabha elections through timed resignations and defections. Koel Mallick's resignation and expected BJP induction were highlighted as a strategic move. Banerjee criticized defections, calling them a dirty picture of West…

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BJP replaces Bihar's Bankipur bypoll candidate: What forced the saffron party to change its nominee hours after filing nomination?

The Bharatiya Janata Party changed its Bankipur bypoll candidate after Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdrew. Neeraj Kumar Sinha was named the new nominee by the party's central election committee. Opposition parties alleged the BJP feared public anger and was concerned about its election prospects. Prashant Kishor stated the move admitted the…

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India's Hindu nationalists take 17th-century king as new anti-Muslim symbol

Statues of 17th-century king Shivaji have been erected across various Indian cities over the past few years by Hindu nationalist groups, who view him as a symbolic defender of Hindus against Muslims. The campaign marks another act of intolerance toward Muslim and Christian minorities, who have been targeted since the…

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Who is Sushmita Dev? Miranda House graduate’s political journey from Congress to TMC and now as BJP candidate for Rajya Sabha

Three former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MPs joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in Kolkata. Sushmita Dev, Sukhendu Sekhar Ray, and Prakash Chik Baraik were formally inducted. Dev previously served the Congress and led its women's wing. She later joined TMC and was nominated to the Rajya Sabha. Their move follows…

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West Bengal: BJP fields three ex-Trinamool leaders for RS bypolls hours after joining party, TMC leadership fumes

Three prominent Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MPs have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. These leaders were immediately fielded for upcoming Rajya Sabha by-elections in West Bengal. The Trinamool Congress leaders criticized the defections as an act of ingratitude and betrayal. Sushmita Dev cited the 'double-engine' government model as her reason…

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'You have ED, CBI, I have 'Maa, Maati, Maanush', my party': TMC's Kalyan Banerjee trains guns at BJP

Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Kirti Azad have responded to concerns about internal dissent. They assert the party's strength lies with the people of Bengal and its workers. Azad criticized leaders questioning the party post-election, calling them traitors. He stated that those wishing to join the BJP are free…

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'Fake and fabricated': TMC leader Kirti Azad dismisses claim of 20 rebel TMC MPs extending support to NDA

All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) leader Kirti Azad on Tuesday dismissed a viral social media post claiming that a "separate group" of 20 TMC Members of Parliament is set to extend support to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), calling it a "fake and fabricated" list floated by the Bharatiya Janata…

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"There is no impact": Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party chief Nainar Nagendran after Annamalai's resignation

Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party President Nainar Nagendran has appealed to party members to remain with the BJP. He emphasized the party's strength and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Nagendran stated that Annamalai's departure will not affect the party's support base in the state. He also voiced opposition to Law…

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'DMK has underground alliance with BJP': TVK's Vigneshwaran on Stalin's party boycotting INDIA Bloc meet

After DMK decided to boycott the upcoming INDIA Bloc meeting, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) spokesperson Veera Vigneshwaran on Friday launched a sharp political attack on the Southern party, alleging that it maintains a secret, "underground alliance" with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Annamalai begins new political journey after BJP exit, eyes Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief Annamalai is launching a new political movement. This new group will participate in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Annamalai resigned from the Bharatiya Janata Party after disagreements regarding Tamil Nadu. He had informed the party of his decision earlier. This move follows the BJP's…

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Nepal delegation led by Rabi Lamichhane to visit India on June 1

A delegation from Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Rabi Lamichhane, will visit India starting June 1. They will meet with BJP President Nitin Nabin and other senior leaders. This visit aims to foster party-to-party engagement and discuss organizational practices. The Bharatiya Janata Party welcomes the delegation for a constructive…

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Public will thrash BJP in next year's UP polls: Akhilesh Yadav attacks govt on power 'disruptions'

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party regarding power supply disruption. He stated that voters will decisively reject the BJP in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh elections. Yadav questioned the government's handling of the electricity crisis and the absence of the state's power minister from key review meetings.

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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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When Will BJP Lose Power? Expert Reveals Truth

Indian politics is entering a phase that many people never imagined a decade ago. One party continues to dominate election after election while the opposition struggles to find momentum. Now, one of India’s most trusted election analysts, Pradeep Gupta, has made a prediction that is creating massive political debate across…

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Why Global Tech Giants Are Suddenly Choosing India

For years, countries competed to attract global companies. Now, India is speaking differently. During his visit to The Hague, Narendra Modi made a bold statement in front of top Dutch CEOs: “No country in the world can match India’s speed.” It was not just a political line. It was a…

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Census, Hunter, Eaton: Essential reading on the Bengali Muslim

One of West Bengal’s most controversial poll seasons just concluded, with the Bharatiya Janata Party defeating the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government.

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