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Amit Shah, India's Home Affairs Minister and a close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has been accused by a Canadian official of authorizing crimes against overseas dissidents, escalating tensions between India and Canada. This follows earlier allegations by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding Indian involvement in the killing of a Sikh separatist in Canada.
Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) will be implemented before the Lok Sabha elections and assured the Muslim community that their citizenship will not be taken away, emphasizing that there is no provision in the act to do so. He accused the Congress of backtracking on its promise to provide Indian citizenship to refugees and criticized the party for ignoring the Uniform Civil Code due to appeasement politics.
India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to fence the India-Myanmar border and end the free movement regime, emphasizing the government's commitment to eradicating Maoist extremism within three years. The decision has sparked opposition from Mizoram's chief minister, who lacks the authority to stop the plan. Shah also highlighted significant improvements in India's internal security over the past decade and praised Assam's law and order situation, while lauding the state government's efforts in creating jobs and combating drug trafficking.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to secure the open India-Myanmar border with barbwire fencing and terminate the free movement agreement, citing security concerns and the need to curb insurgent activities, smuggling, and influx. This decision has sparked opposition from Mizoram and Nagaland authorities due to familial and ethnic ties, with concerns raised about the impact on tribal communities and refugees fleeing the military coup in Myanmar.
The Lok Sabha has passed three bills aimed at reforming India's criminal justice system, replacing the colonial-era Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and Evidence Act. Union Home Minister Amit Shah explained that the new laws prioritize crimes affecting the human body, national security, and electoral offenses. The bills also redefine terrorism and turn sedition into treason, focusing on activities against the integrity, sovereignty, and unity of the nation. The proposed laws include provisions for trial in absentia, increased accountability for police, and stricter punishments for crimes against women and minors. Shah stated that the bills were shaped by considering suggestions from various stakeholders, and the changes aim to modernize and strengthen the country's criminal laws.
The Lok Sabha, India's lower house of Parliament, has passed three key Bills aimed at overhauling the country's criminal laws. The Bills include provisions such as expanding detention in police custody, bringing terror, corruption, and organized crime under ordinary legislation, and decriminalizing homosexuality and adultery. The Bills will replace the Indian Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, and the Indian Evidence Act. Union Home Minister Amit Shah defended the provisions of the Bills, including changes in sedition laws and the definition of terrorism, and emphasized the government's commitment to national security. The Bills were passed despite the absence of opposition members, who were suspended from the House.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Rajya Sabha chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar demanding a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the recent security breach in the Lok Sabha. Kharge emphasized the gravity of the incident and stated that no other business should be conducted until the matter is addressed. The breach occurred on the same day as the 22nd anniversary of the terror attacks on the parliament. Four individuals have been arrested and charged under the anti-terror law UAPA, with investigations ongoing to apprehend the suspected key conspirator.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Parliament, blaming him for various blunders that led to turmoil in Jammu and Kashmir. Shah accused Nehru of declaring a ceasefire without securing the entirety of Kashmir, taking the issue to the United Nations, delaying the accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India, depriving rights of Scheduled Tribes and poor people, and weakening India's national security. Rahul Gandhi, in response, accused Shah of being unaware of history and attempting to divert attention from real issues.
Home Minister Amit Shah criticized former Prime Minister Nehru in the Rajya Sabha, stating that Pakistan got the opportunity to attack Kashmir because of Nehru's mistakes. Shah also highlighted the contributions of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw and emphasized Nehru's admission of errors regarding Kashmir.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress for refusing to accept the Supreme Court's verdict on the constitutionality of the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Shah argued that Article 370 had fueled separatism and terrorism and urged the Congress to reconsider their stance for the sake of the nation. He also blamed former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru for leaving the accession of Jammu and Kashmir incomplete. Shah highlighted the government's efforts in combating terrorism and terror funding in the region since the abrogation of Article 370.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, led to separatism and terrorism in the region. He attributed the Kashmir problem to the mistakes made by former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, claiming that an untimely ceasefire during the war with Pakistan resulted in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. Shah also criticized the Congress party for not accepting the Supreme Court's verdict on the revocation of Article 370. He highlighted the government's efforts to improve the lives of people in Jammu and Kashmir, including reducing stone-pelting incidents and providing laptops to young individuals. Shah expressed optimism about achieving a terrorism-free Kashmir.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah targets former Prime Minister Nehru in Parliament, stating that Jammu and Kashmir's accession to India was delayed due to Nehru's actions. Shah defends the new J&K bills on reservation and reorganization, claiming they will restore the rights of those deprived in the Union Territory for 70 years. The bills, which increase the number of seats in Jammu and Kashmir and reserve seats for various categories, were passed by both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Shah also criticizes the Congress party for opposing the rights of the other backward classes and highlights the recovery of cash during income tax raids on a company linked to a Congress MP.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the abrogation of Article 370, calling it a big defeat for opposition parties. Shah challenged the opposition for the upcoming Lok Sabha election and criticized them for accusing the BJP of politicizing the matter. He also mocked the opposition for finding victory in the specific parts of the SC judgment. The Supreme Court upheld the Centre's decision to scrap provisions of Article 370, which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
During the poll campaign in Chhattisgarh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah hinted that Vishnu Deo Sai, who has now been named the state's next Chief Minister, could be headed for a higher position. Shah's pitch played a crucial role in the BJP's victory in the tribal-dominated Sarguja district, where they won all 14 seats. Sai will be the first tribal Hindu to become Chhattisgarh CM, and his appointment reflects the BJP's focus on winning over important constituencies through support from women, OBCs, and tribals. The BJP won 18 out of 29 seats reserved for STs in the state.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah questions the silence of the INDIA bloc regarding the massive cash haul from the premises of Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu, suggesting that their quietness exposes the real reason behind the opposition's allegations of central agency misuse. Shah expresses surprise at the lack of response from the opposition alliance and emphasizes that the fight against corruption will continue. The cash seizure has bolstered Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to eradicating corruption, with the BJP president also demanding answers from Congress and asserting that action will be taken against corruption.