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politics1 year ago

"Opposition Bloc's Mega Rally and Demands Shake Up India's Election Campaign"

Indian opposition parties protest against the arrest of a prominent leader, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party of rigging the upcoming national election and harassing them with large tax demands. Modi's government denies political interference, while the opposition alleges fabricated charges and political motivation. The opposition rally in New Delhi featured leaders uniting against Modi, with accusations of "match-fixing" and a fight to protect the country's constitution. Modi, in response, claims his fight against corruption has rattled the opposition, while critics accuse his party of using investigative agencies and tax authorities to suppress political opponents.

via The Guardian|
#corruption#election#india
politics1 year ago

"Opposition Unites in Delhi, Demands Release of Kejriwal Before Election"

Thousands of supporters and top leaders of India’s opposition coalition rallied in the capital to protest the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal ahead of the general election, decrying "autocracy" and accusing the government of using law enforcement agencies to intimidate opposition leaders. Kejriwal, a key figure in the opposition alliance challenging Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was arrested in connection with a corruption probe involving alleged kickbacks in liquor licenses. The opposition leaders condemned the arrest and accused the ruling party of leading the country towards ruin, while Kejriwal's wife conveyed his message of gratitude to the people of India. The parliamentary election is set to begin on April 19, with analysts predicting Modi's re-election despite criticism of his government's tactics.

via Al Jazeera English|
#arvind-kejriwal#corruption-probe#general-election
politics1 year ago

"Putin's Victory Assured: Russian Election Live Updates"

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to secure another six-year term despite token challenges from two politicians and opposition protests fueled by the suspicious death of their leader, Alexei Navalny. Voter turnout has exceeded 70%, with long lines forming in support of the "Noon Against Putin" protest. At least 75 people were arrested in 17 Russian cities for protesting the election, and some Russians living abroad joined the protest by lining up outside Russian embassies around the world. Exiled businessman and opposition activist Mikhail Khodorkovsky called the election fraudulent and urged Western democracies not to recognize it, while armed Ukrainian drones targeted Russian regions, including Moscow, on election day.

via USA TODAY|
#international-response#opposition-protest#politics
politics2 years ago

"Indian Government Faces Backlash for Suspending 141 MPs, Accused of Undermining Democracy"

Opposition-led INDIA bloc parties are staging protests across India against the suspension of 146 MPs from Parliament during the Winter Session. The protests come after the Opposition leaders carried out a protest march from Parliament to Vijay Chowk to register their objection to the suspension. Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Rahul Gandhi, are joining the protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, while other INDIA alliance members are demonstrating at district headquarters nationwide. The suspension of MPs has been criticized as undemocratic and an insult to the sanctity of Parliament.

via Hindustan Times|
#democracy#india-bloc#mps-suspension
politics2 years ago

"Government Urges Opposition Cooperation in Parliament Security Breach Probe"

The Indian government has initiated a high-level probe into the recent security breach in Parliament, while opposition MPs continue their protest, demanding a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah and a discussion in both Houses. The parliamentary affairs minister, Pralhad Joshi, urged the opposition to cooperate and participate in debates, emphasizing that the government is not trying to suppress anyone's voice. The opposition criticized the government for protecting the BJP MP who issued passes to the intruders and called for Shah's resignation. The logjam in Parliament may continue if Shah does not address the issue.

via IndiaTimes|
#debate#high-level-probe#home-minister-amit-shah