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politics1 year ago

"Indian Farmers Confront Tear Gas as Government Offers Talks"

Indian police fired tear gas on protesting farmers as they attempted to march to Delhi after rejecting a government offer, while the government made a fresh offer of negotiations. The farmers, equipped with cranes, excavators, and gas masks, are demanding higher prices for their crops and have been met with tight security and barricades. The government is urging the farmers to resolve their grievances through talks, as the farmers' leaders discuss the latest offer.

politics2 years ago

"Opposition demands accountability from PM Modi over security breach and criticizes undemocratic proceedings in Parliament"

The Urdu press is questioning why the Opposition MPs have been suspended instead of being allowed to question the security lapses and seek government accountability for the Parliament security breach that occurred on December 13. The dailies highlight the demand for the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and a statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue. The press also criticizes the government for suspending MPs and stifling their voices instead of addressing the security failure. Additionally, the Urdu Times discusses the BJP's selection of new Chief Ministers in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, noting the party's control over its state units and the potential caste calculus behind the choices.

politics2 years ago

Vishnu Deo Sai Sworn in as Chhattisgarh CM, PM Modi Attends

Vishnu Deo Sai, a tribal leader and former Union Minister, will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh on Wednesday. The oath ceremony will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP chief JP Nadda, and other senior leaders. Sai, who is favored by the RSS, is known for his organizational skills and non-controversial image. The BJP claims that he is the first tribal Chief Minister of the state.

politics2 years ago

"PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra' gains massive support with 1 crore participants"

Over 1 crore citizens have participated in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which has reached over 36,000 Gram Panchayats across India. Uttar Pradesh leads with over 37 lakh participants, followed by Maharashtra and Gujarat. The Yatra aims to make India a developed nation by 2047 and has focused on raising awareness about government schemes, with over 46,000 beneficiaries enrolling for the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana scheme. Health camps have also been successful, screening 22 lakh individuals so far.

international-relations2 years ago

"PM's Personal Touch: India's Gala Dinner Prep for G20 Summit"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will personally welcome the leaders of all countries individually at the G20 Summit in India, where he will also host a working lunch for them. The summit will be held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with over 10,000 people expected to attend. India has received numerous requests for bilateral meetings, and arrangements have been made for over 20 meeting rooms. Special zones will be set up to showcase India's digital progress, including the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The G20 special secretary sees the summit as an opportunity to demonstrate India's organizational preparedness for hosting mega events. A three-day holiday has been declared in Delhi to manage the influx of delegations, and sufficient parking space has been arranged for special aircraft.

politics2 years ago

"Amit Shah's Late-Night Call Shatters Opposition's Manipur Allegations"

Home Minister Amit Shah defended his actions in response to the Manipur crisis during a discussion in the Lok Sabha, stating that he has been closely monitoring the situation since violence erupted in May. Shah recounted how Prime Minister Narendra Modi called him at 4 am and 6.30 am on consecutive days to discuss the situation. He highlighted the steps taken by the government, including deploying security personnel and changing key officials, and dismissed the opposition's demand for President's rule in Manipur. Over 170 people have been killed and thousands displaced in the ethnic clashes between the Kuki and Meitei communities.

accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Tragedy Strikes: 16 Workers Killed in India Bridge Crane Collapse

A crane collapsed at a highway construction site in Thane, India, resulting in the death of at least 16 workers. The crane was being used to install precast box girders for bridge construction. Several injured individuals were taken to the hospital. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.

politics2 years ago

"BJP's Grand Show of Strength: Opposition Parties Unite, Modi Chairs NDA Meet"

The BJP held a mega gathering of 38 parties as part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), while the united opposition also concluded their meeting. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the NDA allies, emphasizing the alliance's commitment to national progress and regional aspirations. The smaller parties attending the meeting hope to secure seats in the upcoming general election. The BJP has been strategically expanding its influence in various regions, particularly in the south, west, and northeast. The meeting marks the first gathering of the NDA ahead of the next year's general election, which the opposition claims is a response to their unity.