The mutilated body of woman found in Malda triggers panic, and a political row The issue of violence against women has remained politically charged over the past several years The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023
Kerala CM’s charges against Oppn. in posting case despicable: Satheesan Kerala CM's despicable & ignominious statement on fake bribery & corruption allegation against Health Minister's office a conspiracy cooked up by Opposition. CM's irresponsible mouthing off a disgrace to his position. Arrested persons from CPI(M) camp. Police not registering case against CITU office. The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023
Supply power to farmers continuously for five hours in three shifts every day: Siddaramaiah to Escoms Amid protests by farmers over inadequate supply of power and attack by the Opposition, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday held a review of the Energy Department and gave instructions to the MDs of electricity supply companies (Escoms) that electricity should be supplied to farmers continuously for five hours in three… The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023
I-T raids: D.K. Shivakumar calls it political vendetta; BJP says money was ‘commission’ meant to fund Telangana polls Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday claimed that the Income Tax searches in Bengaluru on the residences of contractors, who had alleged 40% commission in contracts during the previous BJP rule, were “politically motivated”. This drew a sharp reaction from the Opposition that claimed the money seized was “commission”… The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023
False cases being filed against AAP leaders; campaign under way to end party: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged that there are no inquiries by the ED or the CBI in BJP-ruled States and claimed that the saffron party’s aim is not to end corruption but trouble the Opposition leaders. The Hindu · Oct 11, 2023
CPI(M) to blame for sorry state of State’s cooperative sector: Muraleedharan Union Minister V. Muraleedharan accused CPI(M) of destroying cooperative sector in Kerala, distributing State wealth to friends & party men. He alleged corruption from panchayat-level to Secretariat & misuse of Central funds. He said Congress was also guilty, leaving them unable to act as responsible Opposition. The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023
Opposition parties could not find points to blame Mizo National Front government: Mizoram CM Zoramthanga Zoram People’s Movement, which emerged as the main Opposition party after the 2018 Assembly polls, has been advocating for a change and new political system. The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023
Sudhakaran accuses CPI(M) of using troll armies to disparage opposition KPCC Pres. Sudhakaran accused CPI(M) of using online troll armies to attack opposition on social media. He criticised CM Vijayan for encouraging attacks. He said Oommen Chandy was victim of vicious online attacks by CPI(M)'s cyber armies. CM Office employed 12 persons to spread false info targeting opposition. The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023
YSRCP will have direct alliance with people: Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Mohan Reddy The YSR Congress Party president and Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has dismissed the Opposition parties, more particularly the Telugu Desam Party and Jana Sena Party, as no entities and the end election result would be a ‘zero’ even if they forged alliances. The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023
Satheesan refutes CM’s conspiracy theory about Health dept. job fraud Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan has countered Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s argument that the appointment fraud controversy surrounding Health Minister Veena George’s office was the result of a conspiracy hatched by a section of the media and an agent provocateur to advantage the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) Opposition. The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023
Modi shies away from naming Shivraj Singh Chouhan in recent speeches: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra Priyanka Gandhi Vadra slams BJP for sidelining MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Union govt. over Women's Reservation Bill. Accuses BJP of playing political game with women, not doing enough for their safety, and using ED to target Opposition leaders. The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023
INDIA parties speak up for arrested AAP MP Sanjay Singh; Congress gives qualified support INDIA parties express solidarity with AAP's Sanjay Singh, arrested by ED in money laundering probe. Congress miffed with AAP for arrest of Punjab MLA. DMK, RJD, JD(U), Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray) criticize Union govt. for "vindictive politics" & "assault on democracy". INDIA bloc links arrest to 2024 election & calls… The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023
BJP’s vindictive politics shows it is afraid of Opposition unity: T.N. CM Stalin M.K. Stalin criticizes Union govt. for arrest of AAP MP and IT raids on DMK MP. Alleges BJP's "vindictive politics" and misuse of independent agencies for political ends. Warns BJP of SC's recent warning to be transparent and fair. Asserts BJP disregarding rule of law and democracy. The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023
BJP’s allies in U.P. join the Opposition in demanding caste census UP govt. faces pressure to conduct caste census from allies, Opposition; BJP banking on PM Modi's face, outreach among OBCs to counter challenge. The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023
The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023 As Nanded hospital death toll rises to 31, Sambhajinagar hospital reports 18 deaths With over a dozen dead in State-run hospitals in two districts of Maharashtra in little over 48 hours, the Opposition has slammed the government for gross negligence, and trigged calls for an investigation.
The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023 Caste census offers a self-propagating campaign for the Opposition Opposition has been handed a self-propagating campaign to fuel their 2024 election campaign. It provides an agenda that resonates with a significant section of the population, confronts PM Modi's pro-OBC image and reinvents caste-based politics. It puts OBCs at 63%, EBCs at 36%. INDIA bloc to hold rally in Patna…
The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023 Satish Jarkiholi favours caste census in Karnataka Satish Jarkiholi favours caste census in Karnataka, believes it essential for welfare & dev. He claims data ready for release & urges govt to do so. He believes Opposition irrational about law & order in Shivamogga & objects to Bommai's stand against Cauvery water release.
The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023 As Nanded hospital death toll rises to 31, another Maharashtra hospital reports 18 deaths Seven more patient deaths in Nanded government hospital in Maharashtra, bringing total fatalities to 31. Opposition slams ruling govt. and BJP at Centre. Maharashtra Medical Education Minister to visit hospital. Three-member expert committee to probe incident
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Madhya Pradesh CM attempts to strike an emotional chord with women voters, says they would never get a brother like him Shivraj Singh Chouhan emotionally told women at an event in Sehore they'd miss him when he's gone. Opposition criticized him, speculating his fate as CM if BJP wins. He's made efforts to reach out to women voters, but his name not in list of 79 candidates. Kamal Nath said he'll…
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 VCK hopes to set the tone for Lok Sabha election in Tiruchi rally VCK founder Thirumavalavan brings together leaders of major parties for rally in Tiruchi to mark 25 yrs of electoral politics. INDIA bloc of Opposition parties to participate in rally titled 'Democracy will win'. VCK stands firm in opposition to BJP, calls for united Opposition against it. #VCK #INDIA #BJP #DemocracyWillWin
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Opposition dividing people on caste lines: PM Modi Addressing a public meeting after inaugurating development projects worth around ₹19,260 crore, Mr. Modi slammed his opponents calling them anti-development and corrupt.
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Bihar caste survey results may open door to challenging 50% ceiling on reservations With the EBCs accounting for 36% of Bihar’s population, and Nitish Kumar being credited for fashioning a support base from this category in the last two decades, his claims to the top chair in the INDIA bloc will be hard to ignore.
The Hindu · Oct 2, 2023 Withdraw disciplinary action taken against leaders of Opposition-backed unions: Satheesan Suspension of staff, issuing show cause notices to others for criticising govt policies & Ministers: UDF accuses dept of targeting Opposition-backed employees' unions; Satheesan terms it biased & undemocratic; demands withdrawal of orders.
The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2023 Streeting not ruling out Labour ditching more policies after setting ‘high bar’ The shadow health secretary’s comments come after Labour appeared to change its mind on stripping private schools of charitable status.
The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023 Morning Digest | Afghanistan Embassy in India to cease operation from today; Threat of government shutdown ends as Congress passes a temporary funding plan and sends it to Biden The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day