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24 Jul

Tejashwi Threatens Poll Boycott Over SIR Row, Sparks Political Storm in Bihar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsBihar Assembly Elections, Election Commission, Electoral Roll Revision, SIR Bihar, Tejashwi Yadav

Patna, July 24, 2025 — The political temperature in Bihar soared on Thursday as RJD leader and Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav warned that his party and its allies in the INDIA bloc may boycott the upcoming Assembly elections over what he termed as a deeply flawed and biased Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being conducted by the Election Commission.Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly, Yadav said the option to boycott elections remains on the table, pending discussions with coalition partners. “What is the point in contesting elections if we are convinced that these are not going to…

23 Jul

Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsLok Sabha, Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam terror attack, Parliament debate, PM Modi, Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Parliament is preparing for a 16-hour-long debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha next week on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. This follows mounting pressure from the Opposition, which has demanded a clear response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter.The Lok Sabha is scheduled to begin the discussion on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29, provided that the sessions proceed without disruptions. The decision comes after meetings of the Business Advisory Committees (BAC) of both Houses, where the government agreed to…

23 Jul

1 Lakh Voters Untraceable in Bihar’s Electoral Roll Revision, Says Election Commission

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsBihar electoral roll, Election Commission of India, Special Intensive Revision

Patna, July 23, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has revealed that approximately one lakh voters remain untraceable in Bihar as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. The announcement comes amid a massive exercise involving the enumeration and verification of voter data across the state.According to the Commission, enumeration forms for 7.17 crore individuals have already been received and digitised. However, significant discrepancies have emerged. Around 20 lakh voters have been marked as deceased, while another 28 lakh have been identified as having permanently relocated from their registered addresses. Additionally, officials noted that…

22 Jul

Amit Shah’s Praise for Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami Triggers Political Buzz

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsAmit Shah, BJP politics, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand investment

Dehradun, July 22, 2025: Two days after returning from Uttarakhand, Union Home Minister Amit Shah stirred political speculation on Monday by praising Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on social media. The warm words sparked fresh discussions in political circles, suggesting that Dhami may not only be close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi but is also earning strong backing from Shah.On Saturday, Shah had participated in a grand event in Rudrapur to celebrate the ground-level implementation of investment promises worth ₹1 lakh crore. During the event, Shah and Dhami were seen sharing a strong rapport, which caught the attention of many…

21 Jul

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Resigns Citing Health Reasons

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politicshealth reasons, Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns, Vice President of India

New Delhi, July 21 2025: Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar has tendered his resignation, citing health concerns and the need to follow medical advice. The announcement came on Thursday after he submitted his resignation letter to President Droupadi Murmu.In his formal communication, Dhankhar wrote, “To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the Constitution.”The sudden move marks the end of Dhankhar’s tenure before the completion of his term. He had assumed office as the 14th Vice President of India in August…

21 Jul

“Punjab Needs Recognition, Not Just Packages”: Sunil Jakhar Clarifies BJP-Akali Remarks, Calls for Trust-Building with Punjabis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab News, Sunil Jakhar

Chandigarh (National Times): Senior BJP leader Sunil Jakhar issued a powerful clarification on Monday following his recent remarks suggesting a potential BJP-Akali Dal alliance to ensure communal harmony in Punjab. Emphasizing that his comments were rooted in understanding Punjab’s emotional and social fabric, Jakhar outlined a heartfelt vision for how political parties, particularly the BJP, should engage with the state. “Punjab is not just a state … it’s a deeply emotional and self-respecting society,” said Jakhar in his statement, reflecting on the sentiment-driven politics of the region. “Punjabis are resilient, proud of their history, and driven by sentiment. But over…

20 Jul

Sukhbir Singh Badal Announces Principal Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa as SAD Candidate for Tarn Taran Bypoll

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingSukhbir Singh Badal, Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa

Tarn Taran (National Times): Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal on Sunday officially announced Principal Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa, head of the Azad Group, as the party’s candidate for the upcoming Tarn Taran bypoll, marking a major political realignment in the region. In a significant show of strength, 43 sitting Sarpanches, 8 Municipal Councillors, and dozens of former Sarpanches and Chairmen from the Azad Group formally joined the Akali Dal. Welcoming the entire group into the SAD fold, Badal said this collective decision reflects growing public support for the party’s ideology and leadership. ‘Massive Rally Signals Change’ Speaking about…

20 Jul

Anmol Gagan Maan Withdraws Resignation, Reaffirms Loyalty to AAP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAAP, Amnol Gagan Maan, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): In a fresh political development, senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab cabinet minister Anmol Gagan Maan has announced her decision to withdraw her resignation, reaffirming her faith in the party’s leadership. Taking to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Maan wrote, “Met AAP Punjab president Aman Arora today. Accepted the decision of Aam Aadmi Party and Arvind Kejriwal to reject the resignation.” Her public statement comes days after she had submitted her resignation amid growing speculation over internal party disagreements. However, with this move, she appears to have signaled a truce and a renewed…

19 Jul

From 11th to 4th: India’s Economic Rise Under Modi; Saini and Gupta Target Past Regimes, Outline Delhi-Haryana’s Role in 2047 Mission

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, PoliticsCM Nayab Singh Saini, CM Rekha Gupta, fourth-largest economy, India economy, Narendra Modi, Viksit Bharat

Chandigarh, July 19 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday asserted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India has rapidly progressed toward becoming a developed nation, rising from the 11th to the 4th position in global economic rankings. He emphasized that the journey toward making India a developed country by 2047 will see Haryana playing a leading role alongside the Centre.Speaking at an event held in Jind district, CM Saini said that the government is advancing Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay’s philosophy of Antyodaya—uplifting the last person in the queue. He credited PM Modi for transforming India’s global image…

19 Jul

Anmol Gagan Maan Resigns as MLA, Quits Politics Altogether in Shocking Move

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAnmol Gagan Maan

Chandigarh (National Times): In a stunning and unexpected turn of events, Punjab MLA Anmol Gagan Maan has announced her resignation from the state assembly and declared her complete exit from politics. Confirming her decision through an official statement, Maan said: "My heart is heavy, but I have decided to leave politics. My resignation from the post of MLA to the Speaker should be accepted. My best wishes are with the party. I hope the Punjab government will live up to the expectations of the people." Her resignation comes as a major jolt to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab,…