Delhi Spice Scam: 15 Tonnes of adulterated masalas seized, 3 arrested
Delhi Police has seized 15 tonnes of spurious spices from two factories in Karawal Nagar, arresting three individuals involved in the production and supply of adulterated spices. The suspects were found using banned substances and non-edible items in the manufacturing process, endangering public health and safety. Investigations revealed a scheme to profit by producing fake spices, prompting legal action and ongoing efforts to safeguard food quality.
Power games: MEA probes land scams by missions abroad
Foreign Trouble| MEA probes land scams by missions abroad The Ministry of External Affairs investigating reports of the purchase of land at inflated prices by its missions abroad. The MEA had asked Indian missions that are housed in rented premises to purchase land and build embassies. The ministry has been informed that the money spent by some of the missions on acquiring real estate was two times and in some cases even three times of the market price. The Comptroller and Auditor General was the first to raise a red flag on these deals. According to sources, the CAG team visited one such country where the Indian embassy had bought land and found grave violations of norms. It also found that the money spent on acquiring land was over two times of the prevailing market price. Similar cases from other countries have reportedly been brought to the MEAs notice. The ministry is now busy investigating the case. It is also looking at the possible involvement of officers from South Block in these deals. Sources said two different teams of the MEA have visited these countries to check the records of these transactions. The MEA is likely to conduct a forensic examination of all the properties acquired by its missions in the last ten years. The ministrys report will soon be submitted to the competent authorities for action. Fund Crunch | More exits likely as Congress eyes winnability The cash-strapped Congress has divided the Lok Sabha seats it is contesting in the current Lok Sabha elections into three categories. It has put the most winnable seats in Category A, seats where it has a chance of winning with a good campaign have been put in Category B and seats where it is contesting but has only an outside chance of winning are in Category C. This categorization is done to make optimal utilization of the resources available to the party. The party is focusing its resources on the winning seats. Sources said while the withdrawal by its candidates in Surat and Indore were clear cases of defections, the decision by its Puri candidate Sucharita Mohanti to return the party ticket was a result of Congress decision not to spend money on seats it is not sure of winning. Mohanti, who has been a working journalist all her life, did not have the resources to fight the election. She returned the party ticket after not getting financial support and being asked to fend for herself. Sources said more exits are likely in the coming days as the party has tightened its purse strings and is focusing all its resources on around 150 seats where it finds itself in the best position to win. Congress has been struggling for funds ever since its accounts were frozen following issues with its returns.
15 tonnes of fake masala seized; wood dust, acid used in them
The coriander powder, turmeric powder, and other spices in your kitchen may not be what you think they are. Delhi Police has seized a staggering 15 tonnes of spurious spices being manufactured at two factories in northeast Delhi's Karawal Nagar area and arrested three persons, including the owners of these processing units. Suspects Dilip Singh (46), Sarfaraj (32) - owners of the units - and Khurseed Malik (42) were supplying these adulterated spices to local markets and vendors in Delhi/NCR for the same price as the original products, a senior police officer said on Sunday.
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Puri District Congress Office Vandalised, Sadar Candidate Uma Ballav Rath Attacked
Puri: After Congress changed its candidate in the Puri Sadar assembly seat, there has been a huge uproar amongst party workers who resorted to vandalism in the partys district office on Sunday. The Congress has named Uma Ballav Rath as its candidate for the Puri Sadar assembly seat instead of Sujit Mohapatra, a strong aspirant [] The post Puri District Congress Office Vandalised, Sadar Candidate Uma Ballav Rath Attacked appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
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Third Eye: Landing rights, Surat to Indore to Puri Express, Rare displayof bonhomie
Helipad controversies, Congress struggles, candidate dropouts, and unexpected camaraderie. Bonhomie at Bhopal airport as leaders cross party lines. Electoral tensions run high amidst chopper landing disputes and financial setbacks.
How Ram Mohan Roy ended sati, I stopped dynasty politics: Modi
In Etawah, PM Modi combats dynastic politics, evoking Raja Ram Mohan Roy. Messages to Mainpuri. Recalls Mulayam's blessing, emphasizing legacy of toilets, power, gas for Dalits, backwards, breaking royal family control.
Muslims are leaving Congress, and joining BJP, says Modi
New Delhi/Lucknow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Muslims now understand that the Congress and the INDIA bloc are using them as pawns. At poll rallies in Uttar Pradesh, Modi said that under the BJP-led NDA government, the Muslim community is getting the benefits of all schemes without any discrimination, asserting that they are therefore distancing themselves from the Opposition bloc parties and are coming to the BJP. On Sunday, the Prime Minister addressed two election rallies in Uttar Pradesh and also offered prayers at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. This was his first visit to the Ram temple after the January 22 consecration ceremony. After offering prayers at the temple, the Prime Minister embarked on a roadshow. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath and the BJP's Faizabad candidate Lallu Singh accompanied him. People from different walks of life lined the road as Mr Modi's motorcade passed through. Addressing the second rally of the day in Uttar Pradeshs Dhaurahra, Mr Modi also said that the poor and those belonging to the SC, ST and OBC communities have come to the BJP. Politics of appeasement have become compulsory for the existence of 'shehzade' of the Congress and the SP, Mr Modi said in an apparent attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav. The Muslim community also understands that the Congress and the INDIA bloc have made them pawns, he said, adding that the Muslim community is also coming to the BJP after seeing the development done without any prejudice. Hitting out at the Opposition, Mr Modi said, Pressure was exerted on officers to grant bail for terrorists. Officers who did not do so were suspended. All this was done for appeasement, for votebank politics. The politics of appeasement have become a necessity of survival for the shehzade of the SP and the Congress. The Prime Minister also hits out at the Congress and the INDIA bloc for their intentions of redistributing the countrys wealth to their votebank. Attacking the Opposition, he said they claim that if they come to power, they will revoke Article 370, end the free ration scheme, stop the free healthcare scheme for the poor and remove Vande Bharat trains. If you come to power, will you open a hospital in the Ram Mandir? Will you bulldoze the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor? he asked, targeting the SP-Congress alliance. Addressing a rally in Etawah earlier in the day, Mr Modi lashed out at the dynastic politics of the Samajwadi Party and the Congress. He said that while the Opposition alliance partners work only to benefit their own families, he is building a better future for the nation's next generations. Modi and Yogi are working for the future of your children. We don't have children (of our own), he said at the rally in Etawah, the home district of SP founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, who died in 2022. The Prime Minister said that he is laying the foundation to ensure that India remains a powerful nation for the next 1,000 years. Modi is doing this because, irrespective of whether Modi is there or not, the country will always remain and what are these SP-Congress people doing? They are fighting elections for their future and the future of their children, he said. The Prime Minister also said that the slogans of both the SP and the Congress are lies and their intentions are not good. They work only to benefit their families and their votebanks, he alleged, targeting the SP and the Congress, both members of the Opposition INDIA bloc, who are contesting the Lok Sabha polls in Uttar Pradesh as allies. Sharpening his attack against the Opposition alliance partners, Mr Modi said, What is the legacy of these dynastic people? Cars, bungalows, political influence. One considers Mainpuri, Kannauj and Etawah as his fiefdom and the other considers Amethi and Raebareli as his fiefdom. The legacy created by Modi is for everyone. I want that in 2047, your sons and daughters can also become the Prime Minister or the chief minister. This 'chaiwala' has broken the evil tradition that only heirs of royal families can become the PM or the CM, he said. Raja Ram Mohan Roy's name is evoked because he broke an evil practice; similarly, a day will come when you will say that there was a Prime Minister in the country... He was a tea seller. He broke a tradition and now even a poor man's child can become a chief minister or a Prime Minister, Mr Modi said. He pointed out that Modi's legacy is permanent homes for the poor; millions of women in the country have got toilets; dalits and backward classes have got facilities like electricity, gas connections and tap water. The Prime Minister also attacked the Samajwadi Party on the issue of Covid-19 vaccines, alleging that its leaders had instigated people against the vaccines but got themselves inoculated in secret. They secretly got vaccinated and incited the public on TV and social media. Why? So that uproar spreads and sins are pinned on Modi's forehead, he said. Mr Modi also lashed out at the Congresss scion for mocking his underwater prayer at Dwarka and said, While criticising Modi, they have begun to disrespect Lord Krishna's worship. Initially, they claimed there was nothing beneath the sea in Dwarka. Now, they ridicule Lord Krishna's worship, showing no respect for our faith. Mr Modi also latched on to a slip of the tongue of SP leader Shivpal Yadav, saying that now Mulayam Singh Yadav's brother is appealing to vote for the BJP, esnure the BJP wins. In a recent election meeting at Jaswant Nagar, Shivpal Yadav, in the presence of the SP chief, goofed up by asking people to ensure that on May 7, he BJP should win with a huge margin. Recalling Mulayam Singh Yadav's statement, Mr Modi said, In the last session of Parliament before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Mulayam Singh ji stood up to make a speech and said, 'you are going to win again'. It became a kind of blessing. Now Netaji is not among us, but see the coincidence...now his brother is appealing to ensure that the BJP wins. The words in his heart came to his tongue, he said.
MIM-Cong pact polarises votes in Nizamabad
Nizamabad: In the backdrop of Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) support to the Congress candidate T. Jeevan Reddy after 10 years, all eyes are on polarisation of Muslim and Hindu votes in the Nizamabad Parliament constituency, which goes to polls on May 13. In the changed political equations in the state, MIM extended its support to the Congress instead of the BRS. As a result, Congress leadership is confident of winning the Nizamabad seat. Of 18.85 lakh voters enrolled in the constituency, Muslims voters are around 3.83 lakh. Their presence is high in Nizamabad Urban, Bodhan and Jagtial Assembly constituencies and it is sizable in Nizamabad Rural, Armoor, Balkonda and Korutla Assembly segments. MIM support became the backbone for TRS to win MP, MLA seats in Nizamabad Lok Sabha constituency limits. To support TRS and avoid a split in votes, the MIM did not field its candidates in its strongholds during the Assembly elections. In the recent Assembly elections, although MIM supported the BRS, Muslim votes were divided and Congress rode to power. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, Telangana State Urdu Academy chairman Taher Bin Hamdan said that MIMs decision would boost the winning prospects of the Congress. We are hopeful that Muslims will support Jeevan Reddy so as to protect the secular fabric, he said. TPCC NRI cell convener Sheik Chand Pasha also opined that this move will yield good results for the Congress and especially for the secular forces. Around four lakh Muslims are certain to support the candidature of Jeevan Reddy, he opined. The BJP is expecting to gain from the polarisation. MIMs support to the Congress candidate will force the Hindu voters to go with the BJP, they contended. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, a senior BJP leader said, on condition of anonymity, that people have decided to vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. There is no need for Hindutva politics ahead of polling as the moves of opposition parties will benefit the BJP, he maintained. The true colours of Congress, BRS and MIM leaders that have been exposed will prompt the voters to re-elect Dharmapuri Arvind, he said.
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AICC High Command will Replace Revanth After LS Poll Results: Amit Shah
Hyderabad: Union home minister Amit Shah claimed that the Congress leadership would not allow Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to continue in the post after June 4, once the Lok Sabha election results are declared. He said Revanth Reddy was collecting `RR Tax (Rahul and Revanth Tax) at the behest of the party high command by squeezing the people. The Congress was using the money for its election campaign across the country. Addressing a public meeting at Parade Ground here, in support of party Malkajgiri candidate Etala Rajendar, and in Nizamabad for Dharmapuri Arvind, on Sunday, Shah assured that the BJP government at the Centre would ensure that the corrupt ATM of the Congress would be devoid of any cash, if the Telangana people blessed the party with 12 Lok Sabha seats and an MLA from the Secunderabad Cantonment Assembly bypoll. Referring to a case filed against him by the city police after children were seen on the dais with him, Shah said that he will not cry like Revanth Reddy and that the case would be quashed in the High Court. Asking the people to elect Etala Rajendar from Malkajgiri, who belonged to the BC community, Shah said that the BJP would remove Muslim reservations and extend the same to the BCs, SCs and STs. The Congress was rephrasing this message and indulging in a false campaign against him. The Modi government had not removed any reservations. It banned triple talaq, abrogated Article 370 and constructed the Lord Rama temple in Ayodhya. As long as Modi and BJP are in this country, no one can remove reservations, he said. Alleging that the I.N.D.I alliance was a group without any acceptable leader, Shah asked people to choose between the Congress, which had indulged in scams to the tune of `12 lakh crore, and Modi, who had not faced a single corruption charge in his 10-year stint as Prime Minister nor when he was Chief Minister of Gujarat. Modi celebrates Diwali with jawans at the border, while Rahul Gandhi goes on a jolly trip to Bangkok, unable to bear the rising temperatures, he mocked. Addressing a public meeting in Nizamabad, Shah said that the Modi government would root out Naxalism. It had checked Pakistan-sponsored terror incidents. After the surgical strikes, Pakistan had realised that it was Modi and not Manmohan Singh who was in power in Delhi. Charging the Congress and BRS with adopting vote bank politics, Shah said that AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi, the BRS and Congress, were known as the `ABC of Telangana and were busy in appeasement politics. The Congress government had not given permission for the Rama Navami Shobha Yatra to appease Owaisi, he said. Reacting to the doctored video featuring him, Shah said that Delhi police would approach Revanth Reddy in this regard. How can they spare you for releasing a fake video, he wondered. The Union home minister found fault with AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge for his remarks that people of the southern states were no way concerned about Jammu and Kashmir. He called upon people to elect Dharmapuri Arvind from Nizamabad for the second time in order to strengthen Modis leadership. Arvind had pursued the matter with the Prime Minister and secured the Turmeric Board for Nizamabad, he said. He said that the BJP-led Centre would establish a bidi workers hospital in Nizamabad and also reopen the Nizam Sugar Factory. Stating that people were searching for Congress candidate T. Jeevan Reddy, who has been the MLC for over five years, Amit Shah said that, on the contrary, Arvind will always be available for the people. Unlike the conventional trend of having a big public meeting for multiple constituencies and leaders, Rajendar opted for a big meeting for only the Malkajgiri constituency at Parade Ground on Sunday. Fans and followers of the party ensured a big turnout despite the sweltering hot weather.
Congress nominee for Puri assembly seat allegedly attacked, injured
Congress nominee for Puri assembly seat allegedly attacked, injured Congress nominee for Puri assembly seat Uma Ballav Rath was seriously injured on Sunday after he was assaulted by unknown miscreants, police said. Rath, who sustained head and body injuries, filed a complaint at Kumbharpada police station. He claimed that while canvassing near the bus stand, he was suddenly attacked by unknown people with bricks and glass bottles. Local residents intervened and saved him, prompting a police response led by the City DSP. ''Some unknown miscreants assaulted me while I was canvassing near the bus stand. Suddenly, some people came and attacked me,'' Rath, a former MLA, told reporters. It is suspected that Rath candidature as the Congress nominee could have been a reason for the attack. Though the party had initially announced Sujit Mohapatra as its candidate for the seat, it later dropped him and nominated Rath. However, Rath said he would not blame anyone. ''Let the police investigate into the matter,'' he said. Meanwhile, angry over the change of candidate by the Congress leadership, supporters of Mohapatra ransacked the partys district office in the town, police said. Mohapatra alleged that he was dropped by the party after he filed nomination papers.
PM Modi rebukes dynastic politics, pledges legacy of development in UP poll rally
LUCKNOW: Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Congress and Samajwadi Party, emphasizing his humble background and questioning the dynastic credentials and legacy of the India Alliance partners in Uttar Pradesh. While addressing massive poll rallies in Etawah and Dhaurarha, on Sunday, the PM said that while he would go into the history of nation as one Chaiwala who broke the tradition of a Prime Ministers son becoming the PM or CM, the legacy of Congress and SP leaders was related to affluence and political power games. Both the constituencies will vote in Phase four polls on May 13. The PM also held a 2-km roadshow in the temple town of Ayodhya after taking darshan of Ram Lalla late on Sunday evening. It was his first visit to Ram temple after the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla on January 22. Earlier, in Etawah, the PM said he was paving the way for the country not just for coming five years but for the next 25 years adding that Modi may not be there, this country will always remain till eternity, he said. Claiming that both Congress and SP were fighting the ensuing polls for their future generation, the PM said that he and UP CM Yogi Adityanath had no kids and both were working day in and day out for the children of countrymen. While my legacy is associated with every Indian, some consider Mainpuri, Kannauj, and Etawah as their rightful citadels and some others (read Congress leaders) regard Amethi-Rae Bareli as their personal estates. But Modi's legacy is all about a pucca house for the poor, a toilet for women, electricity, gas, water, free grains, free healthcare, a National Education Policy, asserted the PM. Taking a dig at the SP, the PM said that those who claimed to be the messiah of Yadavs could not find a Yadav outside the SPs first family to give ticket in ensuing Lok Sabha polls. On the contrary, in the BJP, any Karyakarta could reach the highest positions, he added. Notably, the SP has fielded five members of Yadav clan across UP this time including SP chief Akhilesh Yadav from Kannauj, his wife Dimple from Mainpuri, his cousins Akshay from Ferozabad, Aditya from Badaun and Dharmendra from Azamgarh -- all of them come from Yadav clan. The PM also remembered SP patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav who had wished him with victory in 2019. Reiterating his stand over reservation to SC, ST and OBC, the PM while claiming that the Congress manifesto had the imprints of Muslim League as the grand old party had a design to rob the Dalits and OBC of their 27 per reservation and hand it over to their vote bank on religious line as was done in Karnataka. Till the time Modi is alive, he will not let these parties succeed in their designs, he said adding that the opposition was spreading lies about the Constitution and provisions of reservation. Realising that Etawah has dominant Yadav population, the PM brought the issue of his diving deep into the sea and worshipping the undersea Dwarika shrine saying how could the Yaduvanshis join hands with those who mocked him for underwater prayers. Those in UP, who say they are Yaduvanshi, the leader who takes the benefits of being a Yaduvanshi, I want to ask him, how can he sit with a party which insults Lord Krishna? How can you have an agreement with them? asked the PM adding: While criticizing Modi, they have begun to disrespect Lord Krishna's worship. Initially, they claimed there was nothing beneath the sea in Dwarka. Now, they ridicule Lord Krishna's worship, showing no respect for our faith, he said. In Dhaurahra in Sitapur, Modi said Muslims had started understanding that the Congress and INDIA bloc were using them as pawns, asserting that the community was also coming along the BJP after seeing the development done by it. He also said that the poor and those belonging to the SC, ST and OBC communities had distanced themselves from the Congress and the opposition alliance, and come to the BJP. Politics of appeasement has become compulsory for the existence of 'shehzade' of SP and Congress, he said in an apparent attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav. The PM appreciated the UP CM Yogi Adityanath for the marked improvement in law and order situation and overall transformation of the state for good. Slamming the opposition for defaming indigenous COVID-19 vaccines, the PM said that they got themselves vaccinated secretly but sparked fear among people by calling it BJP vaccine which was unsafe.
Meet na mila re mann kar D Burman, Majrooh Sultanpuri, Kishore Kumar
Abhimaan's song features Kishore Kumar's emotive rendition, blending joyful tunes with melancholic lyrics about seeking a companion. The music by R D Burman creates a poignant contrast, enhancing the emotional depth of the track.
Amit Shah: Naxalism Rooted Out After Modi Become Third Time PM
NIZAMABAD: Union home minister Amit Shah said that after Narendra Modi become Prime Minister for the third time will root out Naxalism from India. Modi had succeeded to control the terrorism in the country, he said. Despite, few parts of Chhattisgarh, naxalism from Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha rooted out, he said. For the integrated development and welfare of the poor, people should vote for Lotus to elect Modi as PM for the third time, he urged. As part of the Parliament election campaign, Amit Shah addressed a public meeting here at Government Giriraj college ground on Sunday on behalf of BJP MP candidate Arvind Dharmapuri. The Union home minister said that Modi controlled the terrorism successfully. After the terrorist attack in Pulwama, Modi gave fitting lesson to Pakistan by conducting surgical strikes, he said. He said that Congress, BRS parties always appease the Muslims for vote bank politics. Congress leaders were afraid of MIM party and its chief Owaisi for vote bank politics, he criticised.
BJP's Odisha Manifesto Unveils 3.5 Lakh Job Creation Plan in 5 Years
BJP's Odisha Manifesto Unveils 3.5 Lakh Job Creation Plan in 5 Years The BJP on Sunday released its manifesto for the assembly elections in Odisha, promising 3.5 lakh jobs in five years, cash voucher of Rs 50,000 for women, returning the money people lost by investing in chit fund companies, and procurement of paddy at Rs 3,100 per quintal. The manifesto, titled 'Modi Ka Guarantee for Odisha 2024', was released by BJP president JP Nadda for the four-phase elections to Odisha's 147-member assembly, which will be held simultaneously with polls for the state's 21 Lok Sabha seats, starting on May 13. In the manifesto, the BJP promised 'Samrudh Krushak Niti', under which paddy will be procured at Rs 3,100 per quintal and the money will be credited to the bank accounts of farmers within 48 hours. If voted to power, the BJP said it will launch 'Subhadra Yojana' under which every woman will receive a cash voucher of Rs 50,000 which can be encashed over two years. ''We will aim to create 25 lakh 'Lakhpati Didis' in Odisha by 2027. For this, we will create industrial clusters for every 500 self-help groups, wherein we will provide facility management for product marketing and promotion,'' Nadda said. The BJP promised to build 'Odia Samudaya Bhawan' in all metro cities of the country for the welfare of Odia people living outside the state. The party promised an annual lean period allowance of Rs 10,000 to every fisherman, construction of 75,000 km of roads in the state, Rs 5,000 scholarship per year to tribal students, and Rs 3,000 monthly pension for all senior citizens, physically disabled persons, widows and destitute. The BJP promised to provide 3.5 lakh jobs by 2029 and said it will fill up 65,000 vacant government posts in a transparent manner within two years. It promised that it would return the money people lost by investing in chit-fund companies within 18 months, and implement the Ayushman Bharat scheme within 100 days. The BJP also promised medical, engineering and law courses in Odia, and set up IT parks at Bhubaneswar, Rourkela, Berhampur and Balasore, besides textile parks in western Odisha. If voted to power, the BJP said it would expand the capacity of government hospitals by 36,000 beds, modernise ICUs, dialysis units and operations theaters, and establish nursing colleges, medical colleges and super speciality hospitals in every district. Alleging that the BJD government in the state mismanaged the Jagannath temple in Puri, Nadda said, ''We will expedite the investigation of the missing key of the Ratna Bhandar, and make its inventory public.'' All the mutts evicted during the redevelopment project will be fairly compensated and re-established, and all four gates of the temple will be opened for devotees, he said. Nadda alleged that violence against women has increased in the state under the Naveen Patnaik government, and scores of BJD leaders are involved in atrocities such as rape and murder.
Kanhaiya Kumar to submit nomination papers for upcoming election
Kanhaiya Kumar to submit nomination papers for upcoming election Kanhaiya Kumar, Congress candidate from the Northeast Delhi constituency, will file his nomination for the May 25 Lok Sabha elections on Monday. The former student leader will take out a procession from near Maujpur Metro Station to the election office to file his nomination. ''We will take care of peace in the area. We will follow the traffic rules. If needed, we will shower flowers to express our happiness,'' Kumar said. Kumar will face BJP's two-time MP from the same constituency and Bhojpuri singer-turned-politician Manoj Tiwari. Kumar contested the 2019 general election as a CPI candidate from the Begusarai seat in Bihar. Congress's Udit Raj filed his nomination for the Northwest Delhi seat on Friday and his party colleague Jai Prakash Agarwal filed his nomination for the Chandni Chowk seat on Saturday. The Congress is contesting the Lok Sabha elections in an alliance with the AAP in Delhi. As part of the seat-share arrangement, the Congress is contesting three seats while AAP has fielded candidates from four constituencies in the national capital. Delhi's seven Lok Sabha seats will go to the polls in the sixth phase on May 25.
PM Modi latches on to Shivpal's slip of tongue, says now Mulayam's brother appeals to 'make BJP win'
Modi capitalized on Shivpal Yadav's gaffe, highlighting Mulayam Singh Yadav's past blessing and the coincidental appeal from his brother for BJP's victory. The campaign in Uttar Pradesh focused on the upcoming polling dates in Mainpuri, Kannauj, and Etawah.
Odisha: Congress changes assembly candidates in 5 assembly seats
Bhubaneswar: Seeking to put up a good fight in 2024 Lok Sabha and assembly polls in Odisha, the Indian National Congress (INC) continues its experimentation in selecting candidates. The grand old party, which had earlier made two changes one in Lok Sabha the other in assembly lists on Sunday replaced five assembly nominees. The party fielded Debasis Nayak for the Bari assembly seat. Nayak had joined the party after quitting the BJD recently. The former minister and four-time MLA Debasis Nayak had earlier joined BJP after quitting the ruling BJD. In Jaleswar, the Congress has now given ticket to Sudarshan Das in place of Debi Prasanna Chand. The party fielded Akshaya Acharya from Nilagari and roped in Himanshu Chaulia in place of Bijayananda Chaulia from Athamalik. Uma Ballav Rath has now been roped in for Puri seat in place of Sujit Mohapatra. Similarly, Sudarshan Sahoo has been named as party candidate for Athagarh assembly seat in place of Maheboob Ahemad Khan. Earlier, the Congress had replaced Keonjhar Lok Sabha candidate Mohan Hembram with Binod Bihari Nayak. Similarly, it had changed assembly candidates in Talsara, Baliguda, Kabisuryangar, Kantamal, Jayadev and Digapahandi. On Saturday, Congress candidate for Puri Lok Sabha seat, Sucharita Mohaty had returned her ticket that the party did not provide her fund for campaigning, a charge which the All India Congress Committee (AICC) leader Ajaya Kumar denied as baseless. We had decided to replace the Puri Lok Sabha candidate Sucharita Mohan. In fact, we had written a letter to the AICC on May 2. Somehow, she came to know about it and made such a wrong statement. Party funds are provided once the campaigning is formally launched, said Ajaya Kumar.
Much Ado About Nothing review frothy fun to please the purists
Globe theatre, London Theres no whiff of stuffiness in a Sean Holmes production characterised by warm summer euphoria, Elizabethan-era magic and entrancing music The Globe so often comes under fire for tampering with tradition but here is Shakespeares play on love, deception, male singledom and female purity that should please the purists. Its comedy is delivered straight, as it were, complete with Elizabethan-era costumes that contain the productions greatest wow factor. The masked ball, in which the disguised Don Pedro (Ryan Donaldson) woos Hero (Lydia Fleming) on behalf of Claudio, is a wonder to behold. There are elaborate and exquisite animal-themed beaks, manes and feathers that looks like a ravishingly surreal 16th-century fantasy come to life. Continue reading...
PM Modi roared in Etawah Slogans of SP and Congress are also false, promises are also false
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public meeting at Kakrai in Etawah Lok Sabha constituency on Sunday. Apart from Etawah, he targeted Mainpuri, Kannauj and Farrukhabad Lok Sabha constituencies from here. PM fiercely attacked SP-Congress in the public meeting. He said that 5 years ago the royal family of Congress was roaming from temple to ...
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UP: Ruckus after Akhilesh Yadav's roadshow in Mainpuri, FIR lodged against 100SPworkersfor...
According to the police, the incident occurred after Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh held a roadshow in support of his wife and Lok Sabha candidate Dimple Yadav on Saturday night.
100 SP Workers Arrested for Defacing Maharan Pratap Statue in Mainpuri
100 SP Workers Arrested for Defacing Maharan Pratap Statue in Mainpuri Around 90-100 unnamed Samajwadi Party workers have been booked in Mainpuri for allegedly vandalising a statue of Maharana Pratap and indulging in hooliganism, police said on Sunday. According to residents, the incident took place Saturday after the road show of SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, who was seeking votes for his wife Dimple Yadav, the party's candidate from Mainpuri. Police took a suo motu cognizance of the incident and filed a case Saturday against 90-100 Samajwadi Party workers under charges of rioting, stoking religious hatred, disobeying orders of a public servant, and breach of peace, Kotwali Police Station SHO Fateh Bahadur Singh Bhadauria told PTI. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath condemned the alleged vandalisation. In a post on X in Hindi, Adityanath said, ''This kind of insulting and contemptuous behaviour of the Samajwadi Party leaders with the statue of national leader Maharana Pratap is highly condemnable. I condemn this act...''
Congress Names Jay Narayan Patnaik as Lok Sabha Candidate from Puri
Puri: The Congress party has announced Jay Narayan Patnaik as its Lok Sabha candidate from Puri in Odisha. This decision comes after Sucharita Mohanty returned her ticket, citing the party's alleged denial of funding.In a statement, the Congress said, The Congress President (Mallikarjun Kharge) has approved the candidature of Shri Jay Narayan Patnaik (In place of Smt. Sucharita Mohanty) as the party candidate for the ensuing general elections to the Lok Sabha from 17 - Puri Parliamentary Constituency of Odisha. Patnaik, who has been associated with the Congress for the past few years, will be making his electoral debut in this election. The last date for filing nominations in Puri is May 6.Mohanty, who stood second from Puri in the 2014 polls, returned her ticket on Saturday, expressing her inability to campaign in Puri without financial support from the party.In a letter to party general secretary KC Venugopal, Mohanty mentioned, Our campaign in the Puri Parliamentary constituency has been hit hard because the party has denied me funding. AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar ji categorically asked me to fund for myself. I was a salaried professional journalist who entered electoral politics 10 years ago. I have given all I have into my campaign in Puri. Mohanty also stated, I tried a public donation drive to support my campaign for progressive politics without much success so far. I also tried to cut down the projected campaign spending to the minimum.She further mentioned that the party's central leadership did not respond to her repeated requests for funds.Puri is among the high-profile poll battles that will unfold in Odisha, with the BJP fielding its national spokesperson Sambit Patra for the second straight time and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's BJD fielding former Mumbai Police commissioner Arup Patnaik. The constituency, currently held by the Biju Janata Dal's (BJD) Pinaki Misra, votes in the sixth phase on May 25. In 2019, the Congress secured only 3.94 per cent of the votes in Puri. This was way down from 2014, when Mohanty's vote share was 18.5 per cent and she finished second.Like in 2019, the simultaneous elections in Odisha this time will be held in four phases, with the only difference this time being that the state will vote in the last four of the seven phases, unlike last time when it voted in the first four phases. During the 2019 Lok Sabha Elections, BJD under the leadership of Naveen Patnaik won 12 of the 21 seats. The BJP won eight seats and Congress got one seat. The BJD swept the Odisha assembly polls in 2019, winning 112 seats. BJP won 23 seats and Congress nine seats. Alleged BJP Video Portraying SC/ST/OBC Communities Raises Uproar: Congress Lodges Complaint NCP leader Yoganand Shastri Rejoins Congress Ahead of Lok Sabha Polls BJP Afflicted with Phobia Due to Rahul Gandhi's Popularity: Congress leader Nav Prabhat
Congress MLA Nirmala Sapre Joins BJP Ahead of Lok Sabha Elections
Bina: Ni rmala Sapre, the Congress MLA representing the Bina assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district, switched allegiance to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday, just days before the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled for May 7. Expressing her reasons for the move, Sapre stated, One cannot bring development to the region while being in Congress, because there's neither a government nor an agenda. When the entire nation and state are experiencing development, why should our Bina be left out?Highlighting her dissatisfaction with the Congress, Sapre mentioned that over the past six months, she felt her work was not being accomplished in her constituency. She said, Under the leadership of PM Modi and the state's leader Mohan Yadav, I have come here today to join them for development.Sapre joined the BJP in the presence of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav at Rahatgarh. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav welcomed her to the party by presenting her with a BJP shawl and administering the party membership. Sapre sought his blessings by touching his feet, followed by chants of Jai Shri Ram. In the 2023 elections, out of eight assembly constituencies in the Sagar district, Nirmala Sapre was the lone Congress candidate who won the Beena assembly seat. Madhya Pradesh is conducting its Lok Sabha polls in four phases. The first phase of polling took place on April 19, and the second phase concluded on April 26. The next two phases will be held on May 7 and May 13. The counting of votes is scheduled for June 4. With 29 Lok Sabha constituencies, Madhya Pradesh ranks sixth among all states in terms of its representation in the Lower House. Out of these, 10 seats are reserved for SC and ST candidates, while the remaining 19 are unreserved. Robert Vadra Stresses Family Unity Amid Political Exclusion: No Force Can Divide Us Policeman Run Over by Sand-Laden Tractor in Madhya Pradesh Congress Names Jay Narayan Patnaik as Lok Sabha Candidate from Puri
Case lodged against SP workers for vandalising Maharana Pratap's statue (VIDEO)
A case was registered against the workers of Samajawadi Party (SP) for vandalizing the statue of Maharana Pratap and indulging in hooliganism in Mainpuri district here in Uttar Pradesh after which people staged a protest at Maharana Pratap Chowk on ...
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Congress replaces candidates in five Odisha Assembly constituencies
BHUBANESWAR: The Congress on Sunday changed its candidates in five assembly constituencies in Odisha while naming Akshaya Acharya from the Nilgiri assembly seat. The party has nominated former minister and four-time MLA Debashish Nayak for the Bari assembly constituency replacing Arati Deo. Nayak had joined the Congress on Saturday after BJP denied him a ticket. Nayak had joined the BJP in February from the BJD. Nayak was elected to the state assembly from the Bari Assembly seat in 2000, 2004, 2009 and 2014 on BJD ticket. Congress spokesperson Sudarshan Das has been nominated for the Jaleswar Assembly constituency replacing Debi Prasanna Chand. For the Athamallik assembly segment, the party has fielded Himanshu Chaulia in place of Bijayananda Chaulia while Sujit Mahapatra has been replaced by Uma Ballav Rath for the Puri Assembly segment. Sudarshan Sahoo is the new Congress nominee for the Athagarh Assembly segment. The party had earlier nominated Maheboob Ahmad Khan for the seat. On Saturday, the party changed its Puri Lok Sabha constituency candidate Sucharita Mohanty after she returned the ticket due to alleged lack of funding from the party. The Congress has nominated Jay Narayan Patnaik for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency. With this list, the Congress party has announced candidates for 145 out of 147 Assembly segments in Odisha. The Congress has left one seat for JMM and another for CPI (M). The Lok Sabha and Assembly elections will be held simultaneously in Odisha in four phases from May 13 to June 1.
Candidates replaced in five assembly constituencies due to ongoing criminal cases
Candidates replaced in five assembly constituencies due to ongoing criminal cases The Congress on Sunday changed its candidates in five assembly constituencies in Odisha while naming Akshaya Acharya from the Nilgiri assembly seat. The party has nominated former minister and four-time MLA Debashish Nayak for the Bari assembly constituency replacing Arati Deo. Nayak had joined the Congress on Saturday after BJP denied him a ticket. Nayak had joined the BJP in February from the BJD. Nayak was elected to the state assembly from the Bari Assembly seat in 2000, 2004, 2009 and 2014 on BJD ticket. Congress spokesperson Sudarshan Das has been nominated for the Jaleswar Assembly constituency replacing Debi Prasanna Chand. For the Athamallik assembly segment, the party has fielded Himanshu Chaulia in place of Bijayananda Chaulia while Sujit Mahapatra has been replaced by Uma Ballav Rath for the Puri Assembly segment. Sudarshan Sahoo is the new Congress nominee for the Athagarh Assembly segment. The party had earlier nominated Maheboob Ahmad Khan for the seat. On Saturday, the party changed its Puri Lok Sabha constituency candidate Sucharita Mohanty after she returned the ticket due to alleged lack of funding from the party. The Congress has nominated Jay Narayan Patnaik for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency. With this list, the Congress party has announced candidates for 145 out of 147 Assembly segments in Odisha. The Congress has left one seat for JMM and another for CPI (M). The Lok Sabha and Assembly elections will be held simultaneously in Odisha in four phases from May 13 to June 1.
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Political heavyweights' offspring, firebrand expelled BJP leader make Karnataka's Shimoga LS poll scene more vibrant The contest between children of two former Chief Ministers and the presence of an expelled BJP leader in the fray has spiced up the poll scene in Karnataka's Shimoga Lok Sabha constituency. It is for the fifth consecutive time since 2009, including a bypoll in 2018, the segment is witnessing a straight fight between the families two popular leaders and former Chief Ministers late S Bangarappa and B S Yediyurappa. Known as the heartland of socialist movement in Karnataka, Shivamogga is a part of the 'Malnad' region. The BJP has renominated MP and Yediyurappa's son B Y Raghavendra. The Congress has named Bangarappa's daughter Geetha Shivarajkumar, who is the wife of Karnataka film star Shivarajkumar and daughter-in-law of Kannada thespian late Rajkumar. Raghavendra has been elected to Parliament from this ''Gateway to Malnad'' three times. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls and in the 2018 by-election, he defeated Geetha's brother Madhu Bangarappa, who is now a Minister in the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government. Madhu was then with JD(S). Raghavendra defeated Madhu by over 2.23 lakh votes in 2019. Raghavendra had in his first Lok Sabha election in 2009 defeated S Bangarappa. Geetha had contested from the seat on the JD(S) ticket in 2014 and lost to Yediyurappa by a huge margin. She had come third in that election behind Congress candidate Manjunath Bhandary. While the stage was almost set for a contest between Raghavendra and Geetha Shivrajkumar this time, BJP veteran K S Eshwarappa rebelled against the party over the denial of ticket to his son K E Kantesh from neighbouring Haveri. The former Deputy Chief Minister, who had also served as the party's state unit President, has entered the fray as an independent blaming Raghavendra's brother and state BJP President B Y Vijayendra and Yediyurappa for his son being overlooked. The 75-year-old Eshwarappa has been campaigning vigorously claiming that his fight is not against the BJP or Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but to ''purify'' the party in the state by setting it free from the clutches of Yediyurappa and sons. He accused them of trying to establish dynasty rule in the party, by sidelining several Hindutva leaders. Eshwarappa was expelled by the party for six years after he refused to bow out of the poll race. There are some apprehensions about Eshwarappa eating into BJP's votes, but party leaders and functionaries insist that it may only have ''marginal impact'' on the three-time MP's prospects, as the latter has established himself politically in the region, and has party's solid organisational strength behind him. Along with his work as an MP, Raghavendra is banking on the ''Modi factor'', Yediyurappa's strong leadership, and alliance partner JD(S)' votes getting transferred in his favour. ''With the support I'm getting, I'm confident of winning with an even bigger margin than last time. I have never thought about who the opponent is and have always concentrated on my work and achievements and that of our government,'' the 50-year-old Raghavendra said. On the other hand, through his sister Geetha Shivrajkumar's win, Madhu Bangarappa is hoping to avenge successive defeats his family faced in Lok Sabha polls, including that of his father 15 years ago. Geetha is relying on her late father Bangarappa's legacy, brother Madhu's political clout in the region being district in-charge Minister, husband Shivrajkumar's star image and popularity with some film stars too campaigning for her, and also Congress' organisational strength and its populist guarantee schemes. Congress is also hoping for the numerically strong Ediga community, of which late Bangarappa was the tallest leader, backing Geetha, along with other OBCs. ''From day one everything has been positive and I'm getting good response even in the remote areas, and I'm confident it will convert into votes as people are wanting change this time,'' Geetha said. While Congress eyes electoral dividends over Eshwarappa's rebellion, the BJP -- with Geetha's other brother and former Minister Kumar Bangarappa on its side - is hoping to bag a significant chunk of Ediga votes. Shimoga Lok Sabha segment has eight Assembly constituencies, out of which four are represented by BJP, Congress in three and JD(S) one. ''Geetha Shivarjkumar comes during elections and goes back, she will not remain here, she comes temporarily only during elections, but Raghanna (Raghavendra) is not like that he is from here and he is always here. Also, he has Modi and Yediyurappa's blessings, he will win,'' said a voter in Tirthahalli. ''Congress' guarantees schemes are definitely helping people, especially the poor, so it will have an impact in the polls, and Geetha Shivarajkumar will win. We want a woman to win. She is also the daughter of Bangarappa,'' a woman student in Shivamogga said.
AGP remains steadfast in opposing CAA, to proceed with Supreme Court challenge
AGP remains steadfast in opposing CAA, to proceed with Supreme Court challenge Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), which is a part of the ruling NDA, asserted that it still opposes the CAA and will continue to pursue the case it has filed against the contentious law in the Supreme Court. After the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 was passed in Parliament, AGP had in December 2019 challenged the law in the apex court and demanded that the Brahmaputra Valley of Assam be excluded from the purview of the legislation. In an interview with PTI here, veteran AGP leader and candidate for Barpeta Lok Sabha seat, Phani Bhusan Choudhury said the party still opposes the Act and will continue to raise its voice in every platform. ''The AGP is clear in its stand... it opposes the CAA. We are, in fact, fighting a case in the Supreme Court against the law,'' he said, when asked about the party's position after the rules of Act were notified days before the Lok Sabha elections were announced. Asked if it was not a ''double standard'' for the AGP to remain in the NDA and also oppose CAA, Choudhury claimed the regional party has never diluted its stand on the issue. ''BJP is a national party and AGP a regional outfit. Their aims and objectives are different from ours. It will not happen that we will support the CAA because we are with the BJP. That's why our party decided to approach the Supreme Court against the CAA and fight a case, which is still on,'' he added. Opposition candidates from Congress and CPI (M) in Barpeta are raising the CAA issue, accusing the AGP nominee of ''betraying'' the public sentiment. AGP had broken its ties with BJP over the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in January 2019, but returned to the NDA fold within two months and fought the Lok Sabha polls in Assam in alliance with the saffron party that year. During the passage of the Bill in December 2019, AGP's lone MP in the Rajya Sabha, Birendra Prasad Baishya, opposed it during the discussion, but voted in favour of it. In between hectic campaigning in rural areas of Abhayapuri in Barpeta Lok Sabha constituency, Choudhury slammed the opposition for contesting the elections ''just for time pass as they don't have any issue to talk about''. ''Whether CPI (M) or Congress, they are in the fray just to blame the government. The present dispensation is doing all-round development but the opposition is not talking about it,'' he added. The AGP candidate claimed that during his one-and-half-month-long election campaigning in every nook and corner of the constituency, ''not a single person has complained about price rise''. ''It (price rise) is a natural phenomenon, a pan-India issue and can't be looked at separately in Assam. Not a single voter has questioned us as of now (over the issue). They (opposition) have to say something before people. All the issues they are raising against us are all baseless,'' he added. Choudhury said that all the 10 assembly segments in Barpeta Lok Sabha seat are prone to floods and erosion and this is one of the major issues in the constituency. He said that if he wins the elections, he will discuss the problem with the people and go through it accordingly. ''We want to solve it,'' he added. Claiming that he is ''much ahead of other candidates'', Choudhury said the ruling alliance is fighting this election on the development plank. Choudhury, who is the longest serving MLA of Assam for eight consecutive terms since 1985, asserted that Hindu voters becoming a majority in Barpeta Lok Sabha seat after delimitation will favour him in ''sailing through the race comfortably''. ''The population pattern in Barpeta has changed a lot. Earlier, minority votes were more in Barpeta. After delimitation, Hindu percentage has increased. The present voter composition is conducive for the AGP-BJP alliance's victory,'' he said. There are nearly 19.8 lakh voters in Barpeta. Of them over 12 lakh are Hindus and around seven lakh are Muslims. Choudhury, however, added that when he first entered the contest in Barpeta, he estimated his winning margin will be over two lakh votes but during campaigning, he realised that minority voters were with the NDA and will vote for him. He claimed that Muslim voters, especially the Bengali-speaking ones, have understood that the Himanta Biswa Sarma government has worked for both Hindus and Muslims, and there was no discrimination. ''A major portion of the Muslims are now supporting us. That is why, we hope that our margin will be more than five lakh votes,'' he asserted. Choudhury also opined that all the opposition parties contesting separately in Barpeta will lead to division of anti-NDA votes, which will make his journey smoother. From the opposition, the CPI (M) has nominated senior leader and lone MLA in assembly, Manoranjan Talukdar, from Barpeta. The Congress has nominated its state Seva Dal chief Deep Bayan, while the TMC has named Abul Kalam Azad for the seat. Congress, CPI (M) and TMC are members of the United Opposition Forum Assam (UOFA), formed in the state with 16 parties in line with the INDIA bloc. Barpeta is currently represented by Congress MP Abdul Khaleque, who had resigned from the party last month after he was denied a ticket. However, he later withdrew the resignation following a meeting with party president Mallikarjun Kharge in New Delhi. Apart from Barpeta, AGP is contesting in Dhubri, where the party has nominated its former MLA Zabed Islam.
Chambal Ravines: Caste Dynamics Persist Despite Diminished Banditry
Chambal Ravines: Caste Dynamics Persist Despite Diminished Banditry Madhya Pradesh's Chambal region, once the staple for Bollywood's dacoit and gunslinger dramas, is also a massive caste cauldron where change is seeping in due to modernisation, say a section of people. The Gwalior-Chambal region, which is in the northern part of the state, borders Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan and has three seats, namely Gwalior, Morena and Bhind, which is reserved for Scheduled Castes. A part of the Chambal region is in Shivpuri district and falls under Guna Lok Sabha seat. Gwalior, Morena and Bhind (SC) Lok Sabha seats are dominated by Other Backward Classes with a sizable population of SCs. Of the 24 assembly constituencies falling under these three Lok Sabha seats, the Congress had won 13 and the BJP 12 in the November 2023 elections, which was otherwise swept by the ruling party. Of the eight assembly segments of Gwalior and Bhind Lok Sabha seats, the BJP and the Congress won four each, while in Morena, the score was five in favour of the Congress and four for the BJP. The three assembly seats in Shivpuri were swept by the BJP. Bhuvnesh Singh Tomar, a professor at Centre for Studies in Journalism and Mass Communication in Gwalior's Jiwaji University, told PTI that caste sentiments were rooted even when the Gwalior-Chambal region was infested with bandits, dacoits or ''baghis'' (rebels) as these outlaws loved to call themselves. ''Casteism in politics is not new. It always existed in the Chambal region, except on occasions when towering leaders, like those from the Scindia family, contested. But a lot of social changes have taken place in the past three decades due to increased road connectivity and modernisation,'' Tomar said. Over the last two decades, the Dalits and backwards have become assertive and are playing a dominant role in politics, he said. ''The last two Lok Sabha elections in this area were held around the narrative set by the BJP. The indication this time is not clear as campaigning is very low-key. BJP candidates were looking weak earlier as the party fielded leaders from Gwalior and Morena, who lost polls earlier,'' he said. However, a strong organisational set-up and the Narendra Modi effect will benefit BJP candidates, Tomar claimed, adding that several leaders from the Congress, including sitting party MLA from Vijaypur (Morena LS seat) Ramniwas Rawat have joined the ruling dispensation. Devesh Sharma, a Morena-based lawyer, claimed caste politics had managed to segregate society, government offices, markets etc in the past three to four decades. ''Caste came first and then nationalism for the people of this region, which inspired so many films due to its ravines and bandits. These bandits used to influence politics in rural areas earlier but those days are long gone,'' he said. KK Mishra, media advisor to state Congress chief Jitu Patwari, told PTI that his party will win half the Lok Sabha seats in the Gwalior-Chambal region. ''Gwalior-Chambal region has traditionally supported the Congress and we will win half the seats here. The BJP knows this fact and will try to manipulate the elections through EVMs. The BJP is ahead only in publicity,'' Mishra alleged. The Congress is on very strong ground as was evident in the assembly polls results, he pointed out. However, state BJP spokesperson Pankaj Chaturvedi told PTI that his party would win all the Lok Sabha seats in the region. ''The BJP has gone to the voters on the guarantees of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the developmental works done by him as well as welfare schemes for the poor. We don't contest on the basis of caste or religion like Congress,'' he claimed. Chaturvedi further claimed that the people are aware that the Congress wants to snatch the quota of OBCs and give it Muslims on the basis of religion like they did in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. The ravines along the river Chambal, which runs through Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan and gives the region its name, was infested with dacoits, though the last major gang, led by Rambabu Gadariya, ended some 15 years ago. Among the blockbuster films that had Chambal and its bandit lore as base include ''Sholay'', ''Mera Gaon Mera Desh'', ''Gunga Jumna'', ''Mujhe Jeene Do'' and ''Bandit Queen''. According to a BJP leader, the Gwalior Lok Sabha seat has 46 per cent OBCs and 20 per cent SCs, while STs form 5 per cent of the population. The rest are from the general category. The seat was represented by former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 1971. Jan Sangh stalwart and BJP founder member Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia won from Gwalior seat in 1962 on a Congress ticket, while her son Madhavrao Scindia was elected five times, four times from on a Congress ticket and once on the ticket of the Madhya Pradesh Vikas Congress, a party founded by him. The population profile in Morena Lok Sabha seat is 44 per cent OBCs, 20 per cent SCs, 6 per cent STs and the remainder in the general category. Madhya Pradesh assembly speaker Narendra Singh Tomar, a former Union minister, was elected from Morena in 2009 and 2014. He was chosen as MLA in the 2023 assembly polls. In Bhind, 43 per cent voters belong to the OBC segment, 23 per cent are SCs, 21 per cent are from the general category and 1 per cent are STs. Vijaya Raje Scindia was elected from Bhind LS seat in 1971. Her daughter Vasundhara Raje Scindia, former Rajasthan chief minister, incidentally, faced defeat from this seat in 1984 at the hands of Congress' Krishna Singh Judeo, who is part of the royal family of Datia.
No heatwave in Odisha from next week
BHUBANESWAR: The unbearable heatwave across Odisha will likely subside Monday onwards providing much-needed relief to people. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said maximum day temperature is likely to fall by 3 degrees Celsius to 5 degrees Celsius by next week. Thunderstorm and lightning accompanied with gusty surface wind speed reaching 40 km/h to 50 km/h are likely to prevail at one or two places in Khurda, Cuttack, Puri and 16 other districts on Monday. Light to moderate rainfall/thundershower activity may occur at a few places in coastal and interior districts during the period. The Met office said light to moderate rainfall and thundershower activity is expected to continue in parts of Odisha till May 10. On the day, sweltering condition prevailed in the state as 25 places recorded 40 degrees Celsius or more. Boudh and Nuapada were hottest at 44 degrees Celsius each. Twin city of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack recorded 39.7 degrees Celsius and 39 degrees Celsius. The Met office said heatwave condition is likely to prevail in Angul, Boudh, Balangir and Nuapada districts on Sunday. There is a possibility of the capital city recording less than 40 degrees Celsius for the second consecutive day on Sunday.
CMs new poll pitch: Is Naveen good?
KORAPUT/BERHAMPUR/BHUBANESWAR: In a marked shift from the Apana mane khushi ta (Are you happy about with the government) pitch, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik seems to be making a bid to turn the focus on himself during these elections. While campaigning in four southern districts on Saturday, the party supremo departed from his earlier style of electioneering and wanted to know more about himself and the performance of schemes introduced by his government. At Majhiguda in Nabarangpur, Naveen began his address by asking the gathering Naveen Patnaik bhala ki? (Is Naveen Patnaik good?). As people gathered there stood up from their seats and responded in affirmative, the chief minister went on asking Apana mane bhala achhanti ta (Are you all good?). The BJD president lambasted the BJP stating the Opposition is telling lies and spreading misinformation. Its leaders are shedding crocodile tears. They are not supporting development in the state. Bless me and BJDs MLA and MP candidates, he said. Highlighting various schemes launched by the BJD government in the state, the chief minister said his government has been ensuring welfare of 4.5 crore people of Odisha with a battery of schemes and people-friendly initiatives. Be it Mamata, KALIA, Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY), Mission Shakti or other welfare programmes, all are aimed at upliftment of the people in the state, he said. Naveen also tried to strike a chord with the people by asking 11 questions on whether the welfare schemes launched by the state government are good and whether they were getting the benefits. Are the BSKY, Mamata, Mission Shakti, KALIA, Puri Parikrama project, Laxmi Bus, school transformation and Nua-O scholarship schemes good?, he questioned the public and sought their blessings to continue the programmes in future. After addressing the meeting in Nabarangpur district, the BJD supremo addressed three massive election rallies at OMP ground in Koraput, Tikiri in Rayagada district and Paralakhemundi in Gajapati district. Addressing a meeting at Paralakhemundi under Berhampur parliamentary constituency, the chief minister urged people not to vote for a thief. Without taking the name of the BJP candidate, he said, Dont give your vote to a thief. 5T chairman VK Pandian listed out welfare schemes and sought votes for BJD candidates to continue the development agenda of the chief minister, who he said is working day and night for development of the state.
New Delhi, May 5: The Congress has named Jay Narayan Patnaik as its candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha seat in Odisha after Sucharita Mohanty pulled out of the race on Saturday, claiming that the party denied her funds for her campaign. In a statement issued by Congress general secretary KC Venugopal, the party said [] The post Congress names Jay Narayan Patnaik as Puri candidate after Sucharita Mohanty exits Lok Sabha race citing lack of funds appeared first on Northlines .
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Also, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has held two rallies and a roadshow in Mainpuri, an SP citadel that the BJP has never won.
Cong's Puri crisis ends, names new candidate
Sucharita Mohanty, the daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty, in a mail to Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign was hit hard because the party denied her funding.
Three including court staff arrested for job fraud
Keonjhar: Keonjhar police Saturday arrested three persons including a court employee on charge of defrauding several jobless youths over Rs20 lakh on the pretext of providing them employment. The accused persons were identified as Tulu Mallik, 35, of Marala village under Gop police limits in Puri district; Jibanananda Samal, 40, and Jashwant Samal, 28, from []
Why we switched from a Polo to a 2nd-owner Etios: Experience so far
BHPian Ayu8648 recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I'll divide this post into three parts:Why the Etios, that too a 3rd handThe carOur experience so far(Note- It's my aunt's car so it was she making the majority of the decisions, I was the one giving suggestions)Reason to go for the EtiosSo search for a new car started somewhere early in 2022 after we had to part ways with our beloved VW Polo 1.2 TDI 2012 model unwillingly because of its sudden gasket failure which happened so suddenly when the car was doing well otherwise. The repair costs quoted were exorbitantly high and we had no option but to sell it on point (I wasn't even able to see it for one last time). Letting that car go was/is the hardest thing EVER, mainly because of a special place I have for her in my heart and forgetting a car which you've had an association with for one long decade is impossible and even more so when it's your first love, which happened to you when you were as small as 6 years old! I still remember walking into the VW showroom with my tiny feet having zero interest in the Polo and leaving with only her in my heart (Also the Jetta!). Well, that's a story for some other day.These were the cars we checked out:(I wasn't present in any of the test drives so the showroom experience is from my Aunt's point of view) Kia SonetIt was a car my aunt insisted on test driving, but I wasn't as keen because it just wasn't the right upgrade to the Polo but she anyway test drove the 1.2 IMT and was okay with the performance of the car. The car overall was good but the quality was clearly a downgrade and the waiting period stretched to almost 6 months! And that wasn't okay because we wanted the car immediately, so the Sonet was kept on hold. Nissan MagniteAgain a fantastic car. Nicely designed, offered great value but was struck out pretty easily as soon as my aunt closed the doors, The car literally shook and a friend who was accompanying her had to remind her that it was a Magnite and not the Polo. Despite knowing that it's a 4-star rated car, she just wasn't confident about its build. She didn't even bother to test drive it, Magnite was clearly off our minds. VW TaigunNow the Taigun wasn't on our list due to the price and also otherwise but she couldn't resist checking it out when the showroom was just opposite. Test drove the 1.5 GT plus and understood what the hype was about my aunt was really impressed with it but a downside that even she noticed was the build that was just slightly lower than the Polo but that was manageable. The Taigun looks absolutely Fabulous in the Curcuma Yellow. It was just the right car to upgrade to but what wasn't manageable was the price even the base Taigun Comfortline cost 13.50 OTR and hence there was no question about the Taigun. We did see other cars but none picked our interest. Now we were in a dilemma as to what next. My Aunt had the Sonet 1.2 Turbo petrol IMT on her mind, she was in a place where she wanted to try a new brand car but outweighed the negatives of the car which were in LOADS. The only thing putting her off was the waiting period of 5 months (which was good for me). I wasn't even remotely impressed by the Sonet. Knowing Kia as a brand I knew we were settling for something less. Honestly, there weren't any great cars to upgrade to, the only car that could possibly be an upgrade was the Taigun, I wanted it to be the Taigun anyway (Now the Virtus!). Also, the feeling we get while buying a new car was absent. One of the reasons being the Sonet. We gave it a thought and to my relief, we decided to go for a second-hand car wait for a few years and ultimately go back to VW. From here the journey of hunting second-hand cars started, this was around March 2022. Now with a budget of 3-4 lakhs we checked out a few cars. Our priorities weren't many apart from the obvious ones - safety, built, preferably petrol and one of the main ones was having a higher ground clearance making ingress and egress easy for the elderly in our family. This being the first second-hand car in the family we didn't know much about the criteria of inspecting the car. Some people in the know suggested cars like Celerio or the Wagon R according to our budget but there was no way we were buying any of the two for 3-4 lakhs. We knew we would get a better car at the same price and continued our search. Checked out the City 2013 model, this car got an immediate green flag from me because of the comfort it offered and I personally liked the styling of the car but the problem was that it wasn't maintained well and GC was not enough either. Next was the EcoSport which again got a BIG yes from me but was struck off because my aunt feared getting the same service experience as VW. Moreover, Ford's absence in the country only added to the concern. Saw the Duster and it was just perfect but that demanded us to stretch our budget quite a bit. After all of this, we came across a 2011 Etios VX, second owner and 66000 km driven. It immediately grabbed our attention because it was comparatively less driven and frankly, for a Toyota, 66000 km is nothing. And most importantly it was immaculately well maintained, there were a few small dents but they weren't any sort of deal breakers and also the price was well into our budget. In fact, almost half of it! There was no way we were letting this car go. We had a look at the car and were very satisfied with it. So the Etios it was, got the paperwork done and bought her home on Akshay Tritiya on 3 May 2022. The carExterior The car as I said before was extremely well-maintained. It didn't remind the fact that it had changed a couple of owners. There were two dents below the ORVMs and a small one on the boot lid, the headlamps had turned yellow and that was the only thing that needed replacement, which we replaced in the first service. It looks okayish on the front but a hundred times better than the rear. My most favourite part ahead is the Innova-derived cute smiling grill. On the back, the car looks too much like the Logan/Verito sedans and moreover, I am not a fan of those stubby triangle-shaped taillamps and to add to my discomfort, the car came with black bumper protectors which I hate. To me, they spoil the look of the car. What I personally liked is the Serene Bluish Silver shade as Toyota likes to call it, it's an interesting colour where sometimes in direct sun it comes upon as various shades of blue and silver. From the side the car looks pretty proportionate, doesn't look like a Liva with a boot stubbed forcefully on it. I like how the shoulder line continues its way from the A-pillar all the way back to the C-pillar. The side skirts definitely do good to this car and add a hint of sportiness. The alloys do a good job of filling the wheel arches but in my opinion, a set of 4 chunky alloys would look just great. Built wise the car is very light, the doors are feather light they just won't hang on the way and are always on the way to close themselves quite the opposite of the doors on the polo which had three steps for opening and closing. Like everybody says the Etios is a very plain-looking car. It doesn't try hard to impress you. Toyota certainly played it safe with the design but to me, I think it's a kind of design that grows on you after a while. It's a car where a car is the way it is, it does not die to grab your eyeballs. It's having that kind of an attitude like 'I am the way I am, if you like me then that's great, if you don't then that's your problem'. I think Etios is that type of car and I've come to like it, moreover, the smiling grill only adds to my appeal.InteriorNow this is a part where I think Toyota messed up big time. The interior design as well as the quality feels horribly cheap, especially after getting used to the quality of the Polo, the Etios felt extremely inferior. Problem isn't with the no-nonsense approach but the way things have been put together and the tacky quality. For eg - the buttons do not have a reassuring feel to them. Aesthetically the dash looks just okay not a fan of having the instrument cluster in the centre, but I like the round AC vents though. Equipment wise, this car doesn't offer much, just the necessary things like air conditioning, power windows, central locking and a few others including a cooled glove box. This being the VX it came with leather seats and red fabric inserts on the door pad. What I like the most about being inside though is the space, there's acres and acres of space, and it's by far the most comfortable car in our family. In the Polo due to the low ground clearance and limited space, my grandparents used to find it uncomfortable to get in. Initially, we doubted if this car would be comfortable in case of ingress and egress for them but we were more than happy when we got a thumbs up from them. Seating 3 abreast is not at all a problem, in fact fitting 4 skinny people for short distances is possible. Also, the cushioning of the seats is perfect. The fact that the seats are not contoured adds to the comfort of the middle passenger. The boot is HUGE by every standard, everybody always complained about the small boot in the Polo and how they couldn't fit their luggage while on trips but with the Etios they can fit all their world and can sleep in the boot themselves! On a serious note, Etios' boot can really put some executive sedans to shame. Overall the whole interior was stock apart from the tacky steering wheel cover the previous owner had put. The only change that We made was the Audio system which according to my Aunt looked old and weird, I personally don't like to mess up with the electricals of the car and prefer to keep it stock and I tried to convince her to keep the stock system but... anyway. Etios under the cracked skies Mechanically the car does well. The 1.5 motor does a good job being under the hood, the car feels peppy to drive and it's a joy when you receive the power in a quick and linear way. This 1.5 motor feels much more active than the sluggish 1.2 TDI which used to get alive only past the 2000 rpm mark and used to need working the gears under heavy conditions, the light weight of the Etios helps a lot to make it light on its foot. It feels more drivable than the Polo. What it cannot match is the course stability and the handling dynamics of the Polo. Etios just doesn't give the confidence on high speeds the way Polo gave. Comparing them would be an idiot's task. The ride quality is very nice, soaks up all the bumps and this is even when the shock absorbers are not in their ideal condition. The thing that messes up the experience is the poor sound insulation, the wind noise is clearly audible even when you aren't at high speeds, which takes away the sense of the otherwise comfortable interior. Etios with her very old relativeThe Experience It has been almost 2 years with the car and it has given us no issues whatsoever (it's a Toyota after all, what else do you expect), we've crossed the 85000 kms mark and are looking forward to making it upto the lakh mark. The car serves its promise of being practical and importantly reliable. We get around 10 kmpl in the city and 16 kmpl on the Highways, it drives well and is considerably fun to drive, especially with having the 1.5 motor in such a light car it actually feels breeze-like to drive. It is exactly the 'Fill it shut it and Forget it' type of car, totally tension-free. It's a relief to own her, especially after owning a German car for so many years, which gave me a new problem every month (hey, I am not complaining!). My Aunt finds the fact that the earth would not end if this car is not serviced on time oddly uncomfortable. Just the regular service at 6-month intervals because of the high running. It's doing great, even maintenance-wise the bill hasn't crossed the 10k mark, and we haven't changed anything mechanically yet. We only replaced the audio system and the headlamps which was worth the 3000 bucks because now the car looks a thousand times better. Tyres are the same, suspension also doesn't need any work. So basically the car is all good to go for 1 more year before it is set to be replaced. A hearty thanks to the previous owners of the car for treating her so nicely. Whenever the time comes I hope she goes to an owner who will continue to treat her as nicely. Etios and long drivesThings I wish were improvedQuality- Even if it is a 4-star rated car, the build doesn't inspire confidence. I am sure a bit more weight wouldn't take a hit on the fuel Economy. The quality of interior trim reminds me of cars that are well below the segment. On high speeds over the highways when you go over a few rumble strips, the whole dashboard vibrates as if it's going to fall apart anytime. In some places like the boot and the front doors the panel gaps are clearly evident, the first time I noticed the gap on the bootlide I thought the boot was actually open. Toyota didn't have to make the fact that 'the Etios twins are built to a price' public.Equipment- I am not much of a techy person but would certainly not mind having a few basic useful features like a Bootlamp, keyless go, rear reading lights, Rear fog lamps and a nice pair of keys.Rear End- I do not have any problem with the look of the car but the rear end is something I can't stand. For me, the front and rear do not compliment each other. The split tail lamp-like effect that Toyota tried to give with the Platinum Etios polished things a bit but there was a whole room for improvement even further.Sound Insulation- Now this comes under quality but it deserves a special mention. All the wind noise is clearly audible at high speeds, as it is Etios does not inspire much confidence at high speeds and the poor sound insulation adds to that.Desirability- All the above-mentioned things I wish were improved. It isn't a desirable car by any means. It's genuinely a good car but you understand that only once you live with it. Toyota became so strict with the car that it was deprived of desire.Interestingly, when you think about the two cars, the Polo and the Etios, you realise that despite them being so different they are yet too similar. The biggest similarity is the strict no-nonsense approach, you don't get unnecessary crap like 10 air purifiers, 100 colour ambient lighting, 50 wireless chargers to tickle your fancy, the two offer the stuff that you require and then some more. Both the cars are well-built and safe, Etios takes a small step back in the former though. You'll have fun in the driver's seat of both these machines, the Polo gives you a sudden bang after a considerable turbo lag whereas in the Etios power delivery is linear. Most importantly both of them are very respectable cars, both of them have strong fan bases who swear by these machines. Also, The two cars fabulously depict the values of their respective brands then may it be the Tough build and the German engineering of the polo or the Japanese reliability of the Etios. The best angle of the car Honestly, I wasn't happy with the idea of getting the Etios initially because it didn't feel right after experiencing a VW for a decade. Also, its Uber image didn't go well with me but over time when I looked at the Etios as an independent car I came to like it because firstly it's a fantastically engineered car, if you see, it's a car which has got all the basics right and how! - Comfort, Ride quality, safety, peppy to drive and space, everything thing that matters is more than perfect. This car doesn't have the flash, both technologically and aesthetically that some other cars have but it's more than perfect in the areas it must be. Etios is an introvert who is shy to interact with others but is quite confident and capable of doing great things. Toyota actually did an exceptional job considering that the Etios twins were their first small cars but they outdid themselves to a great extent that it misfired. All the positives became negatives. The twins were so good that they found more taxi drivers than private owners, Don't forget the Toyota badge that cemented the trust even more. Of course, nobody wants to be seen in a car which is so common in Taxis. Most of the time people just pass it on as if it's something utterly inferior by saying it's a Taxi car and fail to understand how remarkably well-built the car really is overall. It's a shame that people really didn't care about the car, how comfortable, how spacious, how balanced it was, all they were bothered about was the image. The fact that people never truly understood the potential of this car, my friends, breaks my heart. Etios says Bye! Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.
Akhilesh Yadav & Dimple Yadav ride 'SP rath' in Mainpuri roadshow
Samajwadi Party's grand roadshow in Mainpuri, led by Akhilesh Yadav and Dimple Yadav, accompanied by Aditi. The event showcased strong party support, with Akhilesh briefly wielding a sword, and enthusiastic chants for the family echoed throughout the route.
A day at Dimple Yadav's war room in Saifai
Crowds gather at Yadav residence in Saifai for Dimple Yadav's Mainpuri campaign. Visitors, party workers prepare for her schedule as Dimple manages crises before heading out for campaign activities.
Days before Delhi goes to polls, Lovely, four others join BJP
NEW DELHI : Barely 20 days before polling in Delhi, Arvinder Singh Lovely, who recently stepped down from the post of Delhi Congress president, joined the BJP on Saturday along with four other party leaders. We are connected to people in all 70 Delhi Assembly constituencies. After resigning, I thought of sitting at home with honesty, but all of them said that I should join a strong party to fight for Delhi and the country, Lovely said after joining the saffron ranks. He said it was not just five of them but a long queue of Congress people, who have already decided.... to fight for the people of Delhi in coming days. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP chief JP Nadda. The new BJP entrant thanked the top leadership and stated that PM Modi gave them an opportunity when they were politically lost. The four others who joined the saffron party, in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Puri, included former Congress MLAs Rajkumar Chauhan, Neeraj Basoya, Naseeb Singh and Delhi youth Congress chief Amit Malik. While Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva welcomed the Congress leaders into the party, presenting them with saffron scarves, and flower bouquets, and issuing them BJP membership slips, Minister Puri stated that the popularity of these dignitaries joining the BJP is undeniable, and their inclusion will no doubt strengthen BJP in Delhi. AAP has done nothing for the development of Delhi during its tenure, leading to deteriorating conditions, said Puri. In the elections, not only will BJP win, but will also take significant steps for Delhis development. Lovely joined the BJP in 2017 but returned to Congress soon. He was appointed the president of the Delhi unit of the Congress in August 2023, replacing Anil Chaudhary. The Congress has not been able to win even a single Assembly election or a seat in the Lok Sabha for a decade now. Sharp attrition in Cong camp Lovely joined BJP in 2017 but returned to Congress soon. He became the city unit chief in 2023. Congress has not won any Assembly election or an LS seat for a decade now. Lovely said it was not just 5 of them but a long queue of others, who have decided to fight for Delhi. He thanked PM Modi at a time when they were politically lost. Delhi Congress interim chief Devender Yadav described Lovely as an opportunist. The party doesnt care about such people. This is not the first time he has tried to sabotage the Congress, he said.
Sucharita Mohanty pulled out of the race and claimed that her campaign was hit hard because the party denied her funding.
Instagrammer abducted, beaten to death by five in Delhi
NEW DELHI : A 28-year-old man, who posted reels on Instagram in which he would purportedly try to assert his dominance over people, was abducted and beaten to death by five people in east Delhi, a official said on Saturday. The accused, identified as Anuj alias Annu (34), Pawan alias Vikas (34), Abhinav Raj alias Annu Pudi (27), Sandeep Ghawari (35), and Mukesh Kumar (35), have been arrested. DCP (East) Apoorva Gupta said the victim named Ashok alias Thanda Pani was found with multiple injuries near his residence in East Delhis Trilokpuri area on April 17. He was brought to LBS Hospital by a rickshaw-puller and was declared as brought dead. The IO of the case try to find the eyewitness but he remained untraceable, the DCP said. Accordingly, the police registered a case of murder and began probing the matter. Technical investigation, scanning CCTV footages, forensic analysis and tracing the route of the rickshaw puller led the cops to the identity of the suspects and all five of them have been arrested, the officer said. During interrogation, it was revealed that Thanda Pani used to make reels, where he would threaten people and record the act to influence his friends and put those videos on Instagram, which he operated under the same alias. He had threatened and forced one of the accused to kneel in front of people and recorded a video which he later uploaded on Instagram. The officer said the person whose video had been recorded, allegedly abducted Ashok from the area when he was alone later on the same day. Ashok was taken in a car where he was brutally beaten with sticks and rods, cops said, adding the accused dropped off the deceased in Kalyanpuri and even gave Rs 500 to the rickshaw puller to take the deceased to hospital.
Amit Shah to canvass in 3 constituencies today
Amit Shah to campaign in Adilabad, Nizamabad, Secunderabad on Sunday. He will address public meetings at various grounds, joined by party nominees like G Kishan Reddy, Eatala Rajendar, G Nagesh, and Arvind Dharmapuri.
SP, BJP locked in intense fight in six Yadav strongholds
LUCKNOW : With Yadav land being the main battleground in Uttar Pradesh in phase-III, the Samajwadi Party is leaving no stone unturned to save its citadel from saffron onslaught, while the BJP is also creating a furore through its big fighters. Mainpuri, Firozabad, Etah, Baduan, of Phase -III and Kannauj and Etawah, of next phase on May 13, are set for a fierce fight between the ruling party and the main opposition. Meanwhile, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav himself is commanding the fort in Kannauj against sitting BJP MP Subrat Pathak. While in Mainpuri, the SP chiefs wife Dimple Yadav is ready to carry Mulayam Singh Yadavs legacy forward by challenging state tourism minister and BJP candidate Jaiveer Singh who is a sitting MLA from Mainpuri assembly segment. Akshay Yadav, Akhileshs cousin and SP national general secretary Ram Gopal Yadavs son, is again trying his fate from Firozabad seat, another bastion of SP against Vishwadeep Singh. Akshay had lost the seat to BJPs Chandrasen Jadon in 2019. In Badaun, the SP has put its stake in Aditya Yadav, another cousin of Akhilesh and son of Shivpal Yadav. However, the BJP has reposed faith in a local RSS pracharak firebrand leader Durvijay Singh Shakya. On the remaining two seats of the Yadav land, SPs Devesh Shakya is challenging late Kaylan Singhs son and sitting BJP MP Rajveer Singh in Etah and Jitendra Dohre is challenging BJP MP Ram Shankar Katheria in Etawah reserved seat. In the 2019 elections, of the six seats in the region, the BJP had bagged five Etah, Firozabad, Etawah, Badaun and Kannauj while the SP could win only Mainpuri. To repeat its 2019 performance, the BJP has launched an extensive campaign led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and CM Yogi Adityanath. The BJP plans to pin down the SP in its stronghold by launching a hectic campaigns. The Yadav familys defeat will pave the way for consolidation of the BJP support base in the Yadav land, said a BJP leader. All the Yadav family members Akhilesh Yadav, Ram Gopal Yadav, Shivpal Yadav, Dharmendra Yadav, Dimple Yadav and Tej Pratap Yadav are canvassing. While Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath have been targeting SP over dynastic politics and appeasement politics, Akhilesh Yadav is urging voters to exercise their franchise to dethrone the BJP and protect the Constitution. Shivpal Yadavs rebellion in 2019 weakened the SP in its stronghold. It could win just one seat in the elections. With Shivpal back in the family fold, the SP hopes to regain the lost ground. The OBCs, Dalits, Muslims and upper castes play a decisive role in deciding the fate of the candidates on the five seats. On the other, the BSP has made the contest triangular on the five seats by fielding Shiv Prasad Yadav from Mainpuri, Mohammad Irfan from Etah, Chaudhary Bashir from Firozabad, Sarika Singh Baghel from Etawah and Imran Bin Zafar from Kannauj.
Congress Names New Puri Candidate As Sucharita Mohanty Drops Out Over Lack Of Funds
Congress on Saturday night named Jay Narayan Patnaik as its candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha seat in Odisha after Sucharita Mohanty pulled out of the race, claiming that the party denied her funds for her campaign.
Citing lack of party funds, Cong Puri MP candidate returns ticket
Another Cong candidate opts out of poll fray
BHUBANESWAR, May 4: Congress candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency Sucharita Mohanty has declined to contest the elections and returned the party ticket alleging lack of funding from the party. Mohanty, daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty in a mail to AICC general secretary (organization) K C Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency has been hit hard because the party has denied funding. She alleged that AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar [] The post Another Cong candidate opts out of poll fray appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress' Puri LS pick cites lack of party funds for polls, quits race
Two days before the deadline for filing nominations, Congress' pick for Puri Lok Sabha seat, Sucharita Mohanty, Saturday pulled out of the electoral race, alleging lack of funds from the cash-strapped party for her campaigning. Sucharita, who had unsuccessfully contested the Puri seat in 2014, said she had conveyed her decision to the party brass. The constituency will go to polls on May 25, and the last date for submission of nominations is Monday. Sucharita had not filed her nomination papers yet.
One rescued, 3 feared drowned in Ganga canal
Tragedy strikes as four friends drown in Ganga canal, Mainpuri. One rescued, three missing. Search ongoing led by Sunil Kumar. Victims from Kusmara locality, college students. Families notified. Yash Gupta, Golu Gupta among missing.
Not just statute, BJP threat to peoples' lives too: Akhilesh Yadav
With some Samajwadi Party (SP) strongholds like Mainpuri going to Lok Sabha polls in the third phase, party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who addressed a public meeting at Budaun in support of his uncle Shivpal Yadav's son, Aditya Yadav, on Saturday, took a dig at the ruling party, saying BJP will be completely wiped out in the next phase, reports Krishna Chaudhary & Asif Ansari.
UP: Three children drown in canal in Mainpuri, one body recovered
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Denied Funding, Congress Leader Returns LS Ticket
Bhubaneswar: Congress candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency Sucharita Mohanty has declined to contest the elections and returned the party ticket alleging lack of funding from the party. Mohanty, daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty in a mail to AICC general secretary (organization) K C Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency has been hit hard because the party has denied funding. She alleged that AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar categorically asked her to fight from her own resources. I was a salaried professional journalist who entered electoral politics 10 years ago. I have given all I have into my campaign in Puri. I tried a public donation drive to support my campaign for progressive politics without much success. I also tried to cut down the projected campaign spending to the minimum, she mentioned. As she was not able to raise funds on her own, the Congress leader had approached all senior leaders including the partys central leadership for funds for an impactful campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency. It is clear that only fund crunch is holding us back from a winning campaign in Puri. I regret that without party funding, it won't be possible to carry out the campaign in Puri. I, therefore, return the party ticket for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency herewith, she said in her mail to the AICC. However, Mohanty said she will remain a loyal Congress worker and her leader is Rahul Gandhi.
Opposition should find issues against us that actually stick: Hardeep Singh Puri
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has shared the facts of the excise policy case, in which the liquor vendors have themselves claimed a substantial increase in commission; voters are mature enough to decide for themselves, says former diplomat, senior BJP leader and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, and Petroleum and Natural Gas
Jay Narayan Patnaik Replaces Sucharita Mohanty as Congress Candidate for Puri LS Seat
Puri: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has named Jay Narayan Patnaik as their new candidate from the Puri parliamentary constituency in Odisha, replacing Sucharita Mohanty who returned her Lok Sabha ticket. The decision was made by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and announced by party general secretary KC Venugopal in a press statement released late [] The post Jay Narayan Patnaik Replaces Sucharita Mohanty as Congress Candidate for Puri LS Seat appeared first on Pragativadi | Odisha News, Breaking News Odisha, Latest Odisha News .
Puri Congress candidate Sucharita Mohanty withdraws amid funding concerns, Jay Narayan Patnaik chosen as replacement Congress on Saturday night named Jay Narayan Patnaik as its candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha seat in Odisha after Sucharita Mohanty pulled out of the race, claiming that the party denied her funds for her campaign. In a statement issued by Congress general secretary KC Venugopal, the party said its president Mallikarjun Kharge approved the candidature of Patnaik in place of Mohanty. Sucharita Mohanty, the daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty, in a mail to Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign was hit hard because the party denied her funding. She alleged that Congress in-charge of the state Ajoy Kumar ''categorically'' asked her to fight from her own resources. ''I was a salaried professional journalist who entered electoral politics 10 years ago. I have given all I have into my campaign in Puri. I tried a public donation drive to support my campaign for progressive politics without much success so far. I also tried to cut down the projected campaign spending to the minimum,'' she said. Mohanty said that she approached all senior leaders of the party for funds. ''It is clear that only fund crunch is holding us back from a winning campaign in Puri. I regret that without party funding, it won't be possible to carry out the campaign in Puri. I, therefore, return the party ticket for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency herewith,'' she said in her mail. However, Mohanty said she will remain a loyal Congress worker. Later, she told reporters that in assembly segments under the Puri Lok Sabha constituency, weak candidates were given tickets by the Congress. ''BJP and BJD are sitting on mountains of money. Vulgar displays of wealth are everywhere. It was difficult for me to fight the election,'' she said. Reacting to her claims, Kumar said, ''Funds will be provided to a candidate when the candidate launches the campaign and seriously fights at the ground.'' The BJP has fielded its national spokesperson Sambit Patra in Puri, while the BJD candidate is ex-IPS Arup Patnaik, a former Mumbai Police commissioner. Puri will vote on May 25.
Congress giving benefit of old pension scheme to over 4k employees , says Himachal CM Sukhu
Congress giving benefit of old pension scheme to over 4k employees , says Himachal CM Sukhu Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said that despite the financial crunch, the Congress government will deliver the benefits of the old pension scheme to 1.36 lakh currently employed government workers. Addressing an election rally in Nalagarh of Solan district on Saturday, he said that in the very first cabinet meeting after the formation of the Congress government in the state, he fulfilled his election promise and secured the future of lakhs of government employees by restoring the old pension scheme. Today more than 4 thousand employees are taking benefit of the old pension scheme. The Chief Minister said that Rs 9000 crore of NPS is still stuck with the Central Government, a fight is being fought to get it back, said the CM. He mentioned that the state government has also given a four per cent dearness allowance to the government employees. Attacking the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said that when the BJP was not successful in forming the government with the public votes, an attempt was made to capture it on the basis of money, but the plans of the BJP could not be fulfilled. He said that the Congress government is completely stable and will definitely complete its five-year term. Jairam Thakur's dreams of Munger Lal becoming the Chief Minister will never be fulfilled. Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said that those who fill their houses by digging rivers and ravines can never be servants of the public. He said that BJP MP Suresh Kashyap did not contribute anything to the development of the area. When the disaster struck, Kashyap did not even write a letter to any Union Minister to provide financial help to Himachal Pradesh. no BJP MP went to the Union Ministers to ask for financial help from the Central Government. The state government changed the law for 22 thousand families affected by the disaster and gave a package of Rs 4000 crore from its own resources. He said that now BJP candidates are asking for votes in the name of Prime Minister Narendra Modi instead of their work. The state government has given a big relief to 1.60 lakh truck operators by waiving off the penalty and interest on passenger and goods tax, he added. He said that these goods carrier operators had to suffer losses during the Corona period, in view of which the state government adopted a humanitarian approach. The CM emphasised that he had reached the position of Chief Minister from an ordinary family and started his political career from the eleventh class. He lauded himself saying that in his 40 years of political career, he never compromised on his principles. That is why after becoming the Chief Minister, the only objective is to serve the public. He said that the state government has earned an additional income of Rs 850 crore from the auction of liquor vends. Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu said that keeping in mind the problems of the common people, the state government made changes in the revenue laws and organised Revenue Lok Adalats across the state. He said that more than one lakh Itkaal and more than seven and a half thousand Takseem cases have been settled in these Revenue Lok Adalats. On this occasion, Education Minister Rohit Thakur, Congress Party's Lok Sabha candidate Kasauli MLA Vinod Sultanpuri, Congress leader Baba Hardeep Singh, District Congress President Shiv Kumar Sharma and party officials were present. (ANI)
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Congress replaces Puri candidate after Sucharita Mohanty opts out of poll race
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Congress says Puri candidate didnt drop out of poll race We changed candidate
Domestic consumer receives Rs 1,75,173 power bill for March in Hyderabad
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Akhilesh Yadav's daughter on holiday, campaigns for Samajwadi Party candidates
Akhilesh Yadav's daughter on holiday, campaigns for Samajwadi Party candidates Aditi Yadav, a student and daughter of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, is campaigning for party candidates for Lok Sabha elections here. On Friday, Aditi reached Saifai in the Etawah district of the state along with party workers and conducted a door-to-door campaign. Etawah Lok Sabha constituency will undergo polls on May 13 in the fourth phase and SP has filed Jitendra Dohare from the constituency. Voters showed enthusiasm for seeing Aditi and welcomed her by offering garlands. Aditi has done her schooling from Lucknow and currently pursuing graduation in Politics and International Relations from University College London (UCL), England and came to her parent's house during her holidays. Earlier as well Aditi was spotted with her mother and MP Dimple Yadav and carried out the poll campaign for her who is contesting from the Mainpuri Lok Sabha constituency, known as the stronghold of the Party. Addressing the public, Aditi said, On May 7, press the button of the cycle and make the Samajwadi Party win with a huge majority in the elections. Dimple Yadav of the Samajwadi Party won the Mainpuri parliamentary by-election in December 2022, defeating Raghuraj Singh Shakya of the BJP by a margin of 2,88,461 votes. Considered the SP's bastion, the seat was held by party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav and it was vacated after his death on October 10. The date of voting for the Mainpuri Lok Sabha Constituency Election is May 7 (Phase 3). (ANI)
Election wrap: Arvinder Lovely joins BJP, Congress's Puri candidate opts out
Election wrap Arvinder Lovely joins BJP Congresss Puri candidate opts out
Noida Private College Faces Notice for Substandard Food Quality
Noida Private College Faces Notice for Substandard Food Quality The administration of a private college in Greater Noida and its canteen operator were served notice by the Food Safety Department for alleged poor food quality and unhygienic conditions on Saturday, officials said. Purported pictures also surfaced on social media, showing mosquitoes and insects in certain food items. The inspection was carried out over complaints by some students who expressed dissatisfaction about cleanliness and standards of the food quality served to them by the canteen, a senior official said. Assistant Food Commissioner (II) Archana Dheeran said the inspection was carried out at the canteen of Aryan Residency of Lloyd College in the Knowledge Park area of Greater Noida. ''The inspection was carried out under the leadership of Chief Food Safety Officer Akshay Goyal and items were inspected by Food Safety Officer RP Gupta. During the inspection, cleanliness arrangements and other standard compliances were not found satisfactory for which notice was given to the college administration and the canteen operator,'' Dheeran said. During the visit, the officials also had a discussion with the students living in the hostel about their concerns, in which most of the students expressed dissatisfaction regarding the cleanliness and quality of food, she said. ''In this regard, a suggestion was made by the college administration after talking to the warden and canteen operator, that a committee of students would be formed for weekly feedback on the food quality,'' Dheeran said. The college administration also assured that very soon they will take necessary steps given this complaint, the assistant commissioner said. ''Samples of the biryani being served to the students (on Saturday) have been collected and sent to the government laboratory for testing of quality,'' Dheeran said. Further action will be taken upon receiving the investigation report, she added. On March 9, around 80 students living in the same hostel were hospitalised with food poisoning after they consumed 'puris' made of 'kuttu ka atta' (buckwheat flour) on account of Mahashivratri, according to police. After lab tests, the quality of buckwheat flour was found not to be of standard quality, a food safety official said.
Five arrested for killing youth who threatened people by making reels
Five arrested for killing youth who threatened people by making reels Five people were arrested here for allegedly killing a man who used to threaten people and record the video of the act for his Instagram posts, police said on Saturday. Ashok alias Thanda Pani, 17, was found with multiple injuries near his residence in East Delhi's Trilokpuri area on April 17. He was beaten up by a group of people with rods and sticks, police said. According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Apporva Gupta, the accused have been identified as Anuj alias Annu (34), Pawan alias Vikas (34), Abhinav Raj alias Annu Pudi (27), Sandeep Ghawari (35), and Mukesh Kumar (35). They were arrested from from Trilokpuri on Friday. Anuj used to work in a private company, Pawan is a taxi driver, Abhinav Raj is a part-time physiotherapist, Sandeep Ghawari is a property dealer and Mukesh Kumar works at a courier company, Gupta said. According to a senior police officer, Thanda Pani used to make reels, where he would threaten people and record the act to influence his friends and exercise dominance in the locality. He would also put those videos on his Instagram account, which he ran with the name 'Thana Pani', he said. He had threatened and forced one of the accused to kneel down in front of people. He had also recorded a video of the act and uploaded it on Instagram. The officer said that the person whose video was made caught Ashok alone in the area that day and allegedly abducted him in a car. They beaten him up with sticks and rod and then asked a rickshaw puller to take him to the LBS Hospital where he was declared brought dead. Police said Ashok was previously allegedly involved in 20 cases of petty crimes in the area.
Ex-Congress Leaders in Delhi, Including Arvinder Singh Lovely, Switch to BJP
Ex-Congress Leaders in Delhi, Including Arvinder Singh Lovely, Switch to BJP Former Delhi Congress president Arvinder Singh Lovely joined the BJP on Saturday along with a few other leaders, including former MLAs Raj Kumar Chauhan, Neeraj Basoya and Naseeb Singh. All the former Congress leaders, who have publicly slammed the opposition party's alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi for the Lok Sabha polls, joined the BJP in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, party general secretary Vinod Tawde and its Rajya Sabha MP Anil Baluni. Lovely hailed the BJP leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for giving him and his colleagues the opportunity to join the party when they felt lost. He asserted that Modi is set to retain power in the Lok Sabha polls and expressed confidence that the BJP's flag will fly high in Delhi as well. The seven parliamentary seats in the national capital will go to polls on May 25 in the sixth round of the seven-phase elections, voting for which began on April 19. Votes will be counted on June 4. A four-term former MLA like Chauhan, Lovely had recently quit as Delhi Congress president protesting the party's alliance with the AAP. All these Congress leaders had echoed similar views. Amit Malik, a former youth Congress leader, also joined the BJP. It is believed that these leaders were also upset with their party's choice of candidates, including Kanhaiya Kumar and Udit Raj, for the Lok Sabha polls here. This will be the second innings of Lovely in the BJP after he left it to rejoin the Congress in 2018 following a brief stay in the saffron party. Puri praised these leaders and said the BJP will utilise their services effectively. Lovely said the people of Delhi want to rid the city of the AAP government headed by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is currently in jail in the excise scam case. Chauhan said the AAP government has pushed the city backwards after all the ''development'' seen earlier, a reference to the Congress government headed by Sheila Dikshit. Both he and Lovely were ministers in her government. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said no one can stand with those who have ''looted'' the city as he welcomed them to his party. INDIA bloc parties AAP and Congress are fighting the polls in Delhi under a seat-sharing arrangement. While the AAP has fielded candidates from four seats, the Congress is contesting the elections from three.
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AAP's Raghav Chadha, Atishi Marlena, and Saurabh Bharadwaj Submit Nominations for Delhi Elections
AAP's Raghav Chadha, Atishi Marlena, and Saurabh Bharadwaj Submit Nominations for Delhi Elections AAP candidates from East Delhi and West Delhi Lok Sabha seats filed their nomination papers amid fanfare and in the presence of senior party leaders on Saturday. The three AAP candidates - Kuldeep Kumar (East Delhi), Somnath Bharti (New Delhi) and Mahabal Mishra (West Delhi) - took out roadshows along with senior AAP leaders and volunteers of the party before going for filing nominations. Bharti in a post on X at 4.48 PM wrote he was waiting for two hours for his turn to file nomination papers along with other candidates at the office of New Delhi Parliamentary constituency returning officer. He also claimed ''there is a hot discussion going on that the BJP fearing massive defeat, to the extent of losing deposits, at New Delhi Loksabha and East Delhi Loksabha seats is contemplating changing their candidates to Sri Hardeep Singh Puri Ji (@HardeepSPuri) and Sri Arvinder Lovely Ji (@ArvinderLovely) respectively. Even if they change candidates, people won't change their decision and will vote BJP out of power in 2024.'' Puri, Union minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, immediately dismissed Bharti's claim as ''baseless and mischievous''. ''He is trying to mislead people. Bharati should get his mental faculties checked,'' Puri said in a statement. The AAP is contesting four of the seven Lok Sabha seats in Delhi in alliance with the Congress. Party candidate from South Delhi Sahi Ram Pehalwan has already filed his nomination. Kumar, who hails from the Dalit community, sought blessings of his parents and jailed party leader Manish Sisodia's wife as well as offered tributes at Dr B R Ambedkar's statue before embarking on his nomination procession. In a post on X, Kumar said a youth from an ordinary family hardly dreams about entering politics but Arvind Kejriwal and Sisodia showed confidence in him and gave him a chance to become the voice of AAP. Party Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh, Delhi minister Atishi and MLA Dilip Pandey among other leaders attended the well attended procession of Kumar. Atishi said people of Delhi have made up their mind to retaliate against Kejriwal's arrest through votes and the huge crowd gathered in support of Kumar shows he is going to be the next MP of East Delhi, a general constituency. Singh said Kejriwal has set a significant example by fielding a Dalit community member from the East Delhi seat. He claimed the BJP will lose all the seven Lok Sabha seats and the INDIA bloc will come to power at the Centre winning 300 seats across the country. The BJP's 'Abki Baar 400 Paar' slogan is hollow and it will not get more than 150 seats in the polls, he said. Party volunteers and supporters wearing blue and yellow 'pagris' (headgears) took part in Kumar's procession. The people wearing yellow and blue colours signifying Bhagat Singh and Ambedkar have come out to protest against dictatorship that has put Kejriwal behind the bars, Kumar said. Mahabal Mishra's nomination began after prayers at temples in Raghuveer Nagar. Apart from Sanjay Singh, Delhi minister Kailash Gahlot and Dilip Pandey, Delhi Congress's interim president Devender Yadav also accompanied Mishra in his nomination procession. In a seat sharing agreement, INDIA combine partners AAP and Congress are contesting four and three seats respectively in Delhi, giving a direct fight to the BJP. The nomination process will conclude on May 6. Voting in all the seven seats will be held on May 25.
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Amit Shah to Address 3 Public Meetings in Telangana on Sunday
Hyderabad: Union home minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address three election campaign meetings in the state on Sunday, including one at the Parade Ground at Secunderabad, for the May 13 Lok Sabha polls. He is scheduled to address the first meeting at noon at SPM Cricket Ground in Kagaznagar, to canvass votes for party Adilabad candidate Godam Nagesh. At 2 pm, he will address a meeting at Nizamabad's Giriraj College ground in support for party candidate Dharmapuri Arvind. At 4.30 pm, Shah will address a public meeting at Parade Ground in Secunderabad. TS BJP chief and Union minister G. Kishan Reddy and Etala Rajendar, party candidates from Secunderabad and Malkajgiri, will take part, said N.V. Subhash, official spokesperson of the party.
Key Highlights: Unveiling the Notable Aspects
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Former Delhi Congress president Arvinder Singh Lovely, other leaders join BJP
NEW DELHI: Former Delhi Congress president Arvinder Singh Lovely joined the BJP on Saturday along with a few other leaders, including former city government minister Raj Kumar Chauhan and former MLAs Neeraj Basoya and Naseeb Singh. All the former Congress leaders slammed the opposition party's alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi for the Lok Sabha polls as they joined the BJP in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and party general secretary Vinod Tawde. Lovely hailed the BJP leadership, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for giving him and his colleagues the opportunity to join the party when they felt lost. He asserted that Modi is set to retain power with a big majority in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. Delhi Congress chief Lovely's resignation lays bare factional feud; AAP calls it ally's 'internal matter' Lovely had recently quit as the Delhi Congress president protesting the party's alliance with the AAP. It is believed that he and some other leaders were also upset with their party's choice of candidates, including Kanhaiya Kumar and Udit Raj, in the national capital for the elections. This will be the second innings of Lovely in the BJP after he left it to rejoin the Congress in 2018 following a brief stay in the saffron party. Puri praised these leaders and said the BJP will utilise their services effectively. Unhappy with AAP alliance, Delhi Congress chief Arvinder Singh Lovely quits
Breathing Easy: Controlling Asthma at Your Fingertips
As World Asthma Day approaches on May 7th, its vital to shed light on this prevalent respiratory condition that affects millions worldwide. Asthma, a chronic lung disease, can cause wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing, significantly impacting one's quality of life. However, with proper management and education, individuals can effectively control their asthma and lead fulfilling lives. In this article, we'll explore practical tips and tools to help you manage asthma at your fingertips, empowering you to breathe easier every day. Understanding Asthma: Before diving into management strategies, let's grasp the basics of asthma. Asthma inflames and narrows the airways, making it difficult to breathe. Triggers such as allergens, pollutants, respiratory infections, and even stress can exacerbate symptoms. While there's no cure for asthma, proper management can prevent flare-ups and reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms. Build Your Asthma Action Plan: Start by working with your healthcare provider to develop a personalized asthma action plan. This plan outlines daily treatments, medications, and steps to take during asthma attacks or exacerbations. It's your roadmap to effectively manage asthma and should be easily accessible, whether in a physical copy or on your smartphone. Monitor Your Symptoms: Technology has revolutionized asthma management, putting monitoring tools literally at your fingertips. Smartphone apps like AsthmaMD and My Asthma Pal allow you to track symptoms, peak flow measurements, medication usage, and triggers. Regular monitoring helps identify patterns, triggers, and early warning signs of worsening asthma, enabling timely intervention. Stay Informed and Educated: Knowledge is power when it comes to managing asthma. Take advantage of reputable online resources, attend asthma education programs, and stay up-to-date with the latest research and treatment options. Understanding your condition empowers you to make informed decisions about your health and effectively communicate with your healthcare team. Create a Healthy Living Environment: Your home environment plays a significant role in asthma management. Take proactive steps to reduce allergens and irritants such as dust mites, pet dander, mold, tobacco smoke, and air pollution. Use allergen-proof bedding, regularly clean and vacuum your home, maintain optimal indoor humidity levels, and consider investing in air purifiers to improve air quality. Practice Good Medication Adherence: Consistently taking prescribed asthma medications is crucial for long-term asthma control. Keep track of your medications, adhere to your prescribed dosage and schedule, and refill prescriptions in a timely manner. If you have trouble remembering to take your medications, set reminders on your smartphone or use pill organizers to stay on track. Stay Active Safely: Regular physical activity offers numerous health benefits, but it's essential to exercise safely with asthma. Choose asthma-friendly activities like swimming, walking, or cycling, and always warm up before exercise. Keep your rescue inhaler nearby, listen to your body, and modify your activity level as needed to prevent asthma symptoms during workouts. Prepare for Travel: Traveling with asthma requires careful planning to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. Pack all necessary medications and supplies in your carry-on luggage, including a copy of your asthma action plan. Research medical facilities at your destination and consider travel insurance that covers asthma-related emergencies. Stay vigilant about potential triggers, such as changes in climate or exposure to allergens. Controlling asthma doesn't have to be overwhelming. By implementing these practical strategies and utilizing the tools available at your fingertips, you can effectively manage your asthma and minimize its impact on your daily life. Remember, asthma management is a partnership between you and your healthcare team, so don't hesitate to seek support and guidance whenever needed. This World Asthma Day, take proactive steps towards better asthma control and breathe easier every day. Green Tea vs Black Tea: Which One Helps Control Your Weight Rejuvenate Your Summer with Amla Juice: Health at Its Best Beware of These Menaces: Exploring Lesser-Known Mosquito-Transmitted Diseases
Neem Leaves: A Holistic Approach to Health and Beauty
In the vast realm of natural remedies, few ingredients boast as many health benefits as the humble neem leaf. Revered for centuries in traditional medicine practices, neem leaves offer a plethora of therapeutic properties that cater to both physical and mental well-being. From skincare to immune support, let's delve into the wonderful benefits of neem leaves that you need to know. 1. Skin Savior Neem leaves are a treasure trove of compounds like nimbin, nimbidin, and quercetin, renowned for their antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal properties. Incorporating neem leaves into your skincare routine can help combat acne, soothe irritation, and promote a clear complexion. Whether used in the form of a paste, toner, or infused oil, neem leaves work wonders in purifying the skin and keeping pesky breakouts at bay. 2. Immune Booster Rich in antioxidants and immune-boosting compounds, neem leaves fortify the body's natural defense mechanisms. Consuming neem leaves, either in tea or capsule form, can help strengthen immunity, ward off infections, and promote overall wellness. Additionally, their anti-inflammatory properties contribute to alleviating symptoms of various ailments, supporting the body's healing processes. 3. Oral Health Ally Neem's antimicrobial properties extend to oral health as well. Incorporating neem leaves into your oral hygiene routine can help combat bacteria, reduce plaque buildup, and promote healthy gums. Neem-based toothpaste or mouthwash can be particularly effective in preventing dental issues and maintaining optimal oral health. 4. Hair Care Essential Say goodbye to dandruff and hair woes with the nourishing power of neem leaves. Boasting antifungal properties, neem leaves address scalp issues like dandruff, itchiness, and inflammation, promoting a healthier environment for hair growth. Whether infused in hair oil, incorporated into a hair mask, or used as a rinse, neem leaves can revitalize your locks and restore their natural luster. 5. Blood Purifier Neem leaves have been traditionally used as a blood purifier, aiding in detoxification and cleansing the bloodstream. Regular consumption of neem leaves tea or extract can help flush out toxins, improve circulation, and support liver function. By purifying the blood, neem leaves contribute to overall health and vitality, reflecting positively on skin health and energy levels. 6. Insect Repellent Neem's potent insect-repelling properties make it a natural alternative to chemical-laden insecticides. Whether applied topically or used as a room spray, neem leaves serve as an effective deterrent against mosquitoes, fleas, and other pesky insects. Additionally, neem oil can be used to treat insect bites, soothing irritation and promoting faster healing. Incorporating Neem Leaves into Your Lifestyle Now that you're acquainted with the myriad benefits of neem leaves, incorporating them into your lifestyle is a breeze. Whether it's brewing a cup of neem tea, whipping up a DIY face mask, or adding neem oil to your hair care regimen, there are countless ways to harness the power of this botanical marvel. However, it's essential to exercise caution and moderation, especially when consuming neem leaves internally. Consultation with a healthcare professional is advised, particularly if you're pregnant, nursing, or have underlying health conditions. The wonders of neem leaves are truly remarkable, offering a holistic approach to health and well-being. By embracing this natural remedy, you can unlock a world of benefits that nurture your body, mind, and spirit, paving the way for a healthier, happier you. Hot Outside, Cool Inside: Essential Post-Heatwave Tips To Follow Green Tea vs Black Tea: Which One Helps Control Your Weight Rejuvenate Your Summer with Amla Juice: Health at Its Best
Puri LS candidate Sucharita Mohanty returns BJP ticket after being denied party funds
Puri LS candidate Sucharita Mohanty returns BJP ticket after being denied party funds Congress candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency Sucharita Mohanty has declined to contest the elections and returned the party ticket alleging lack of funding from the party. Mohanty, daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty in a mail to AICC general secretary (organization) K C Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency has been hit hard because the party has denied funding. She alleged that AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar ''categorically'' asked her to fight from her own resources. ''I was a salaried professional journalist who entered electoral politics 10 years ago. I have given all I have into my campaign in Puri. I tried a public donation drive to support my campaign for progressive politics without much success so far. I also tried to cut down the projected campaign spending to the minimum,'' she said. As she was not able to raise funds on her own, the Congress leader had approached all senior leaders including the party's central leadership for funds for an impactful campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency. ''It is clear that only fund crunch is holding us back from a winning campaign in Puri. I regret that without party funding, it won't be possible to carry out the campaign in Puri. I, therefore, return the party ticket for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency herewith,'' she said in her mail to the AICC. However, Mohanty said she will remain a loyal Congress worker and her leader is Rahul Gandhi. Speaking to media persons, Mohanty said ''I was denied funds from the party. In Assembly segments under the Puri LS constituency, weak candidates were given tickets. BJP and BJD are sitting on mountains of money. Vulgar displays of wealth are everywhere. It was difficult for me to fight the election.'' The Congress leader said she wanted a people-oriented campaign but that was also not possible with the lack of funds. The party is also not responsible for that as the BJP government has crippled the party. There are a lot of curbs on expenditure and many bank accounts have been frozen, she added. AICC in-charge of Odisha, Ajoy Kumar said ''Mohanty is saying that no fund provided and weak MLA candidates have been fielded. The party has nominated its best candidate for the MLA seats and funds will be provided to a candidate when the candidate launches the campaign and seriously fights at the ground.'' Before coming to the ground, she (Mohanty) has alleged that no funds were given. But, at the time when she was requesting a party ticket, Mohanty had said that she would seriously fight the election, Kumar said. The party has already decided to change the Puri LS candidate and a proposal was submitted to the Congress high command. The name of the new candidate will be announced very soon, he said. Sucharita has been fielded by the Congress from the Puri Lok Sabha seat against BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra and BJD candidate Arup Patnaik, a former Mumbai Police Commissioner.
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Rejuvenate Your Summer with Amla Juice: Health at Its Best
As the sun casts its golden rays and the temperatures soar, it's essential to keep your health in check amidst the scorching summer heat. While there are many ways to stay cool and hydrated, one often overlooked elixir stands out for its remarkable health benefits Amla juice. Renowned for its rejuvenating properties and rich nutritional content, Amla, also known as Indian Gooseberry, emerges as the ultimate summer health tonic. Let's delve into the plethora of benefits that a daily dose of Amla juice can offer during the hot summer months. Hydration Powerhouse: Staying adequately hydrated is crucial during summer to combat dehydration and its adverse effects on health. Amla juice comes to the rescue with its high water content, helping replenish lost fluids and keeping you hydrated throughout the day. Additionally, its tangy taste adds a refreshing twist, making it a delightful alternative to plain water. Boosts Immunity: With the mercury rising, the body's immune system may take a hit, leaving you vulnerable to various infections and illnesses. Amla juice acts as a natural immunity booster, thanks to its rich vitamin C content. Consuming Amla juice regularly strengthens the immune system, helping your body ward off common summer ailments like colds, flu, and heat-related illnesses. Skin Saviour: Excessive sun exposure during summer can wreak havoc on your skin, leading to sunburn, premature aging, and pigmentation. Amla juice, packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, works wonders for your skin health. Its potent antioxidant properties help neutralize free radicals, preventing sun damage and promoting youthful, radiant skin. Regular consumption of Amla juice may also aid in reducing blemishes and improving skin texture, giving you a natural summer glow. Digestive Aid: Indulging in summer delights often means overindulging in spicy and oily foods, which can upset your digestive system. Amla juice acts as a gentle digestive tonic, promoting better digestion and assimilation of nutrients. It helps alleviate common digestive issues like acidity, bloating, and constipation, ensuring your gut stays happy and healthy throughout the summer season. Cooling Effect: Feeling hot and bothered? Reach out for a glass of chilled Amla juice to experience instant relief. Amla possesses inherent cooling properties that help regulate body temperature and provide a soothing sensation, making it an ideal beverage to beat the summer heat. Its cooling effect extends beyond just physical comfort, contributing to overall relaxation and well-being. Detoxifies the Body: Summer festivities often involve indulging in rich foods and beverages, leading to toxin buildup in the body. Amla juice acts as a natural detoxifier, aiding in the elimination of toxins and impurities from the body. Its cleansing properties help purify the blood, liver, and other vital organs, promoting optimal functioning and overall detoxification. Weight Management: With beach season around the corner, many strive to achieve their summer body goals. Incorporating Amla juice into your diet can support your weight management efforts. Low in calories and rich in fiber, Amla juice helps keep you feeling full for longer, reducing cravings and overeating. Its metabolism-boosting properties further aid in burning fat and maintaining a healthy weight. As the mercury climbs and summer vibes take over, make Amla juice your go-to summer health companion. From boosting immunity to promoting glowing skin and aiding digestion, the benefits of Amla juice are plentiful. So, sip on this golden elixir daily and revel in a season of health, vitality, and refreshment. Cheers to a summer filled with the goodness of Amla! How Women May Experience Side Effects of Birth Control Pills Unlocking the Secret: Know These 7 Effective Benefits of Aloe Vera for Your Hair
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