I hope my little joke is not seen as expertise: Kasparov after post on Gandhi goes viral
NEW DELHI: Russian chess great Garry Kasparov hoped that his little joke on Indian politics does not pass for advocacy or expertise after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral. Within hours of asking Gandhi to first win Rae Bareli before challenging for the top, the 61-year-old said it was just a joke and should be seen as one. I very much hope my little joke does not pass for advocacy or expertise in Indian politics! But as an 'all-seeing monster with 1000 eyes,' as I was once described, I cannot fail to see a politician dabbling in my beloved game! the former world champion, who retired in 2005, wrote in response to a post by actor Ranvir Shorey. Shorey's comment appeared to be a dig at Gandhi's recent assertion that he was the best chess player among all Indian politicians. Kasparov gave the same reply to a few other accounts which commented on his original post. The Congress recently shared a video of Gandhi playing chess on his mobile phone while on the Lok Sabha election campaign trail. The MP from Wayanad named Kasparov as his favourite chess player and drew parallels between the game and politics. A user on X made a cheeky comment on his page, which read feel so relieved that @Kasparov63 and @vishy64theking retired early and didn't have to face the greatest chess genius of our times. Kasparov, rather unusually, originally responded to that post. Traditional (sic) dictates that you should first win from Raebareli before challenging for the top, wrote the fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who is based in Croatia after fleeing his country. Gandhi, while naming Kasparov as his favourite chess player, described him as a on-linear thinker in the Congress video. Once you get slightly better at it, the opponent's pieces actually operate almost like your own, he said, drawing comparison between chess and politics. He filed his nomination from Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh on Friday and is also contesting from Wayanad. A former world number one for a record 255 weeks, Kasparov became the youngest-ever undisputed world champion at the age of 22 in 1985 and is a political activist now. The iconic player is a contemporary of Indian great Viswanathan Anand. Recently, when 17-year-old D Gukesh bettered his record of becoming the youngest challenger to the world title by winning the Candidates Tournament in Toronto, Kasparov had put out a congratulatory post on X. He described Gukesh as he Indian earthquake in Toronto.
Rahul Gandhis move to contest in Rae Bareli disappoints Wayanad
KOCHI: The Congress decision to field Rahul Gandhi in the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh has elicited mixed feelings within the partys state unit. There is uncertainty among party leaders regarding whether he will step down from the Wayanad LS seat if he is elected from Rae Bareli, considered a stronghold of the Gandhi family. This has led to heated debates, with the BJP and LDF accusing Rahul of betraying the people of Wayanad. There is a prevailing belief within the Congress party that if he wins both seats, he is likely to vacate the Wayanad seat. However, there is also optimism that his contest in the Hindi heartland will bolster the partys prospects in North India. While party leaders feel it is premature to discuss which seat he would retain, the lingering question is whether he will vacate Wayanad and who will be his successor in Wayanad. The name of AICC general secretary and his sister, Priyanka Gandhi, is being reported as a possible successor if Rahul abandons the seat. However, senior party leaders are reluctant to comment on the matter. Congress national general secretary (organisation) K C Venugopal stated that the party will decide which seat Rahul Gandhi will retain at the appropriate time. The party requested Rahul Gandhi to contest from Rae Bareli and he agreed. For us, Rae Bareli, Amethi, and Wayanad are all important. Rae Bareli is the seat which was held by Indira Gandhi and till recently by Sonia Gandhi. At the appropriate time, the party will decide which seat he will retain. The decision will not affect anyone, Venugopal told mediapersons. Political observers believe that Rahul Gandhis decision to contest in UP will boost the morale of the party as Left leaders argue that he will focus on fighting the BJP in North India rather than contesting against INDIA bloc allies in Kerala. According to K Baburaj, a senior journalist and political observer, Congress activists in UP and other North Indian states are expecting Rahuls presence, which will boost their morale. However, the decision has left his supporters in Kerala, especially in Wayanad, unhappy as they worked hard for his victory in 2019. They also supported him when his MP post was suspended, he said. If Rahul wins, he is likely to retain Raebareli due to its historical connection with the Gandhi family, it is learned. Feroze Gandhi to Rahul Gandhi: Rae Bareli's tryst with Congress Wayanad is considered a safe seat of UDF. So the front can win if a re-election happens. Abandoning Raebareli would be seen as suicidal to Congress, according to Baburaj. A senior Congress leader told TNIE that there were speculations during the 2019 campaign that Rahul would abandon Wayanad if elected from Amethi. However, he won with a huge margin of more than 4 lakh votes, a record in the states election history. This time, Wayanad recorded a lower voter turnout compared to 2019, which might lead to a slight decline in his majority, but the voters are expected to stand by him. The party will take an appropriate decision at the right time and commenting on the issue at this stage will be too early, he added. Chances of Rahul Gandhi contesting from the second seat was the topic of a heated campaign in Wayanad this time too. Fight against BJP Chances of Rahul contesting from second seat was the topic of a heated campaign in Wayanad. Political observers believe that his decision to contest in UP will boost the morale of the party as Left leaders argue that he will focus on fighting the BJP in North India.
Kasparov clarifies Gandhi joke after viral post
Kasparov clarifies Gandhi joke after viral post Russian chess great Garry Kasparov hoped that his ''little joke'' on Indian politics does not pass for ''advocacy or expertise'' after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral. Within hours of asking Gandhi to ''first win Rae Bareli before challenging for the top'', the 61-year-old said it was just a joke and should be seen as one. ''I very much hope my little joke does not pass for advocacy or expertise in Indian politics! But as an 'all-seeing monster with 1000 eyes,' as I was once described, I cannot fail to see a politician dabbling in my beloved game!'' the former world champion, who retired in 2005, wrote in response to a post by actor Ranvir Shorey. Shorey's comment appeared to be a dig at Gandhi's recent assertion that he was the best chess player among all Indian politicians. Kasparov gave the same reply to a few other accounts which commented on his original post. The Congress recently shared a video of Gandhi playing chess on his mobile phone while on the Lok Sabha election campaign trail. The MP from Wayanad named Kasparov as his favourite chess player and drew parallels between the game and politics. A user on X made a cheeky comment on his page, which read ''feel so relieved that @Kasparov63 and @vishy64theking retired early and didn't have to face the greatest chess genius of our times.'' Kasparov, rather unusually, originally responded to that post. ''Traditional (sic) dictates that you should first win from Raebareli before challenging for the top,'' wrote the fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who is based in Croatia after fleeing his country. Gandhi, while naming Kasparov as his favourite chess player, described him as a ''non-linear thinker'' in the Congress video. ''...once you get slightly better at it, the opponent's pieces actually operate almost like your own,'' he said, drawing comparison between chess and politics. He filed his nomination from Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh on Friday and is also contesting from Wayanad. A former world number one for a record 255 weeks, Kasparov became the youngest-ever undisputed world champion at the age of 22 in 1985 and is a political activist now. The iconic player is a contemporary of Indian great Viswanathan Anand. Recently, when 17-year-old D Gukesh bettered his record of becoming the youngest challenger to the world title by winning the Candidates Tournament in Toronto, Kasparov had put out a congratulatory post on X. He described Gukesh as ''the Indian earthquake in Toronto''.
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AHAMADPUR, May 3 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that Congress tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an all-time low, as the grand old party would struggle to cross even the half-century mark in the hustings. Modi also mocked Rahul Gandhis decision to contest from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli seat, and said the Congress leader did so after sensing defeat in Keralas Wayanad, where he is a sitting MP. Addressing back-to-back rallies in the Bardhaman-Durgapur, Krishnanagar [] The post Cong will struggle to cross 50 seats; Rahul fighting from Rae Bareli sensing Wayanad defeat: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Rae Bareli/New Delhi, May 3: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his papers from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli constituency on Friday, barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat. Earlier, in the morning, the Congress ended the suspense over Amethi and Rae Bareli, announcing his candidature from the seat held by his mother [] The post Rahul files nomination from Rae Bareli; BJP mocks him for fleeing from Amethi appeared first on The Shillong Times .
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that Gandhi shifted his constituency from Wayanad to Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli after anticipating defeat. Modi also predicted that the Congress' tally in the elections would not surpass 50 seats, marking an all-time low for the party.
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Rahul Gandhi to contest Lok Sabha election from Raebareli; KL Sharma to contest from Amethi
After days of speculation, the Congress has finally revealed the names of its candidate from the Lok Sabha constituency of Amethi and Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh, Rahul Gandhi, the face of the Congress, will contest from Raebareli while KL Sharma will contest from Amethi Lok Sabha constituency. Amethi and Rae...
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He ran away to Varanasi..., Mallikarjun Kharge on PM Modi's 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' remarks on Rahul Gandhi Reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' remarks on Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday claimed that PM Modi himself ran away to Varanasi. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli Lok Sabha constituency on Friday. He (PM Modi) himself has run away to Varanasi, ask him, Kharge asked. After a lot of speculation, Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination papers from Raebareli on Friday.RaeBareli is considered a traditional stronghold of the Gandhi family. There was anticipation earlier that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will contest from either Amethi or Raebareli, two seats in Uttar Pradesh which are prestige battles for the party. Earlier, PM Modi attacked Rahul Gandhi mockingly 'Daro Mat Bhago Mat' after he decided to contest from Raebareli. Addressing a rally in the Purba Bardhaman district on Friday, PM Modi said, There's no need for an opinion poll or exit poll...I said this much earlier. I predicted on the floor of Parliament two months ago that their (Congress') biggest leader (Sonia Gandhi) would stand down from contesting these elections. And just as I had foreseen, she (resigned as the Raebareli MP and) took a seat in the Rajya Sabha from Jaipur. I also told you earlier that the Shehzada would start looking for another safe seat for himself, fearing defeat in Wayanad. He was so afraid after losing Amethi in 2019 that he bolted all the way down South, to Wayanad. Now, he has escaped to Raebareli. These people often go around telling people, 'Daro maat' (don't be afraid). It's now my turn to say the same to them--'Arey daro maat, bhaago maat' (don't be afraid! don't flee!), he added. Meanwhile, Varanasi is the stronghold of the Prime Minister who won the seat twice in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. BJP has again fielded PM Modi from Varanasi and Congress has fielded Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai. This will be the most anticipated contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Narendra Modi won the constituency in both the 2014 and 2019 general polls with a resounding majority. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, PM Modi won the seat with over 674,664 votes and commanded a vote share of 63.6 per cent. Earlier in 2014, PM Modi fought on two Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat's Vadodara and the second was Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. PM Modi won the Vadodara Lok Sabha seat by securing 845,464 votes with 72.8 per cent. Congress candidate Madhusudan Mistry secured 275,336 votes with 23.7 per cent. The Varanasi seat comprises five Assembly segments including Rohaniya, Varanasi North, Varanasi South, Varanasi Cantt, Sevapuri. The voting for the Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency will be held in the seventh phase of the elections on June 1. The counting of the votes will be held on June 4. (ANI)
Pak supporting Cong indicates partys hand with enemies of the Nation: Yogi
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Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli; BJP takes a dig at his 'escape' from Amethi
Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli; BJP takes a dig at his 'escape' from Amethi Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his papers from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency on Friday, barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat. Earlier, in the morning, the Congress ended the suspense over Amethi and Rae Bareli constituencies, announcing his candidature from the seat held by his mother Sonia Gandhi for the last two decades. She recently moved to the Rajya Sabha. Gandhi had lost from the adjoining Amethi constituency to BJPs Smriti Irani in 2019, but won from ''safe'' Wayanad in Kerala a seat he is contesting this time as well. On X, the former Congress president posted that filing his nomination papers from Rae Bareli was an emotional moment for him. Amethi and Rae Bareli are no different for me, both are family, he wrote in Hindi, seeking their love and blessings in what he called a fight against injustice. The BJP, however, mocked him for running away from Amethi. ''Bhag Rahul bhag (run Rahul, run),'' one leader said. In a rally in West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had predicted that the prince would look for another seat after polling in Wayanad is over as he feared being defeated there. Now, he had to run away from Amethi and choose the Rae Bareli seat, Modi said. Gandhi was accompanied by party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as he handed over his papers to district election officer Harshita Mathur around 2 pm on the last day for filing nominations. Gandhis brother-in-law Robert Vadra too was with him. Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot accompanied the family. Also on Friday, Kishori Lal Sharma, a close aide of the Gandhi family, filed his papers from the Amethi Lok Sabha constituency. Priyanka Gandhi took part in roadshow there to support him. Polling in both parliamentary constituencies is on May 20. The party leaders arrived at the Fursatganj airport in Amethi, and then headed for Rae Bareli. A large number of Congress workers, and those from INDIA bloc partner Samajwadi Party, turned up at the district collectorate to cheer Gandhi. The SP workers, carrying flags and banners, included the partys district chief Virendra Yadav. After filing his nomination, Gandhi and other family members went to the district Congress office where family priest Radhe Shyam Dixit performed a puja. Rae Bareli Congress spokesperson Vinay Dwivedi said people in the party and local residents were demanding that only the Gandhi family should contest from the constituency, and the top leadership has lived up to their trust. Earlier Friday, BJP candidate Dinesh Pratap Singh also filed his papers from Rae Bareli. He had lost to Sonia Gandhi in 2019. Singh had switched sides from the Congress in 2018, after being sent to the state legislative council twice by that party. Bahujan Samaj Partys Thakur Prasad Yadav filed his nomination from Rae Bareli on Thursday. ''Bhag Rahul bhag, Rahul bhag, Rahul bhag (run Rahul, run) -- this is what will go on now,'' BJP general secretary Dushyant Kumar Gautam told reporters in Delhi. Union minister and Amethi MP Smriti Irani, who is contesting again from that traditionally Congress constituency, too took a dig. ''The Gandhi family not being present in the election fray in Amethi indicates that the Congress has accepted its defeat in Amethi even before the polling on the seat,'' she told reporters. Gandhi is now contesting from a seat that has been held by his mother Sonia Gandhi, his grandmother Indira Gandhi and his grandfather Feroze Gandhi in the past. Feroze Gandhi won from Rae Bareli in the first two elections after Independence. His wife Indira Gandhi won in 1967, 1971 and 1980, followed by friends and family members of the Gandhis. Arun Nehru won the 1980 bypoll and subsequently in 1984. Indira Gandhis aunt Sheila Kaul represented the seat in 1989 and 1991. The only time the Congress did not represent Rae Bareli was in the wake of the Emergency in 1977 when Janata Party's Raj Narain defeated Indira Gandhi, who was then the prime minister. And the BJP's Ashoke Singh won in 1996 and 1998. Sonia Gandhi won from Rae Bareli four times between 2004 and 2019, though her winning margins had begun dwindling now. The party appeared to have concluded that Rae Bareli was the safer seat for Rahul Gandhi, who lost Amethi to Irani last time by nearly 50,000 votes. When Sonia Gandhi decided to leave Rae Bareli and switch to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan, she addressed an emotional message to people of the constituency. ''After this decision, I will not have the opportunity to serve you directly but my heart and soul will always remain with you. I know that you will stand by me and my family in future, just as you have in the past,'' she said in the February 15 message.
Rahul Gandhi addresses Odisha rally virtually after visit gets cancelled
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Foreign job scam: Two held in Noida, 104 passports seized
Foreign job scam: Two held in Noida, 104 passports seized With the arrest of two men, the Noida Police on Friday claimed to have busted a gang of thugs that duped money from people on the pretext of helping them get employment in foreign countries. The gang has been operational for about six years now and cheated gullible people by assuring them jobs in countries like Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, police said. The police said they have seized 104 passports and 31 forged visa documents, 36 fake work contracts, among other items, from the possession of the duo, one of whom is a qualified software engineer. ''A team led by ACP 3 (Shavya Goyal) has arrested two accused. During inquiry it has come to light that the gang was making money from people on the pretext of sending them to foreign countries and getting them employment there,'' Deputy Commissioner of Police (Noida) Vidya Sagar Mishra said. ''They were using forged visa documents, Aadhaar cards, work contracts. 104 passports have been seized from them. These passports belonged to people whom they were duping. An FIR was lodged against them in Delhi in the past and we are gathering more details about it,'' Mishra told reporters. Ishaq Yunus alias Robin alias Jitendra (30), and Rohit Oberoi (27) were nabbed near Hoshiarpur on Friday by officials of Sector 49 police station team on the basis of a tip-off, police said. During interrogation, it was revealed that Jitendra is the leader of the gang and this work was being carried out by him for the last six years, a police spokesperson said. ''This gang misleads youth with job offers in foreign countries like Jordan, Saudi Arabia etc. For this work, the accused takes Rs 80,000- Rs 90,000 from a candidate, and if they find any shortcoming in official papers, they would increase the rate and demand more money from them to fix the issue,'' the official said. The gang promoted its fake consultancy firm using various social media platforms and when a victim contacts them after seeing this advertisement, they are told that if they bring more candidates, their charge would be reduced, the official said. ''After this, in the name of getting jobs abroad, they extort money from the unemployed persons by showing them fake visas and company contracts, they are not given jobs anywhere. As soon as the money was collected, they closed the office and would run away,'' the spokesperson said. The gang has carried out such incidents in the past in Delhi, Haryana and other parts of Uttar Pradesh also, the police said. An FIR has been lodged against the accused, who were produced in a local court which has sent them to jail, the police added.
BJPs SG Suryah Slams Congress With Data Points On Rahul Gandhi Running Away From Amethi
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The Congress has picked Rahul Gandhi from Raebareli and Kishori Lal Sharma from Amethi as the party released its candidates' list from the two Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha constituencies on Friday
Triple Talaq Incident on Moving Train Shocks Jhansi Passengers: Man Flees After Divorcing Wife
Jhansi: A shocking incident occurred on April 29 when Mohammad Arshad, 28, gave triple talaq to his wife, Afsana, 26, on a moving train near Jhansi Junction and then fled the scene.As the train reached Jhansi station, Arshad pronounced triple talaq to his wife, beat her, and then got off the train. Stunned by the sudden turn of events, Afsana contacted the Government Railway Police, who sent her back to Pukhrayan in Kanpur Dehat, her initial boarding point for Bhopal that day. Following the incident, an FIR was lodged, and a search was initiated for the accused.Arshad, a computer engineer working with a private firm in Bhopal, had married Afsana, a graduate from Kota, Rajasthan, on January 12 this year. Their marriage was arranged through a matrimonial advertisement. During a visit to Arshad's ancestral home in Pukhrayan last week, Afsana was shocked to discover that Arshad was already married. When she confronted him, he and his mother began harassing her for dowry, as per the complaint.This harassment continued until Arshad abruptly pronounced triple talaq and then abandoned Afsana on the train.Afsana has since appealed to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for help and urged action against those who divorce women and abandon them. Based on Afsana's complaint, a case has been registered against her husband Arshad, his maternal uncle Aqeel, father Nafeesul Hasan, and mother Parveen. Circle Officer (CO) Priya Singh assured that the matter will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate action will be taken. PM Modi Vows Justice for Victims of the West Bengal Teacher Recruitment Scam New Rape and Kidnapping Cases Filed Against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna and HD Revanna in Sex Tapes Scandal Tragic Accident: Student Run Over by Train While Filming Instagram Reel
EC intensifies efforts to boost voter turnout after decline in LS polls
EC intensifies efforts to boost voter turnout after decline in LS polls The Election Commission on Friday said it has ''doubled up'' its voter participation interventions to overcome the ''small'' dip in turnout in the first two phases of the Lok Sabha polls. The turnout stood at 66.14 per cent in the first phase and at 66.71 per cent in the second phase. Compared to the voter participation in the past, this is ''among the best'' but ''somewhat lags'' behind the high benchmarks of the 2019 general elections, it said. In 2019, a voter turnout of 69.43 per cent was recorded in the first phase and 69.64 per cent was recorded in the second phase. The weather conditions are predicted to be normal in the 11 states and union territories that will go to polls in the third phase of elections on May 7, the poll panel noted. Following the dip in the turnout in the first phase, the EC had directed state chief electoral officers of Maharashtra, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Karnataka to come up with additional set of plans to enhance voter participation. The poll panel also held one-on-one interactions with district electoral officers from low-turnout districts to enhance voter participation. The EC said it remains committed to taking up all possible interventions to boost voter turnout in the next five phases. The commission said it is leading a set of additional initiatives for this purpose with chief electoral officers and senior officers at Nirvachan Sadan.
MP CM Mohan Yadav mocks Rahul Gandhi for picking Raebareli LS seat
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday mocked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for picking Uttar Pradeshs Raebareli seat to contest the Lok Sabha election. Chief Minister Yadav said that the Wayanad MP ran away from Amethi fearing defeat and shifted to Raebareli. After being defeated in Amethi last time, Rahul Gandhi ran to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The voting in these seats willbe heldbetween 7 AMto6 PMandthe counting for all the votes will take place on June 4.
Siddaramaiah wishes Rahul Gandhi success in Raebareli contest, says seat nurtured by Sonia Gandhi with dedication Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah wished success to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as he filed his nomination from Raebareli, saying the seat has been nurtured former party chief Sonia Gandhi with her dedication and her enduring legacy in the constituency has been a beacon of progress and hope. After a lot of speculation, Rahul Gandhi filed his nomination papers from Raebareli on Friday. Siddaramaiah said Rahul Gandhi is continuing the noble journey with the decision to contest from Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh. It's a touching moment as @RahulGandhi prepares to contest from Rae Bareli, a seat Sonia Gandhi has nurtured with her dedication and leadership for many years. Her enduring legacy in the constituency has been a beacon of progress and hope, Siddaramaiah posted on X. Wishing Rahul Gandhi immense success as he continues this noble journey, carrying forward the torch of service and commitment passed down by Sonia Gandhi. Together, may they inspire countless hearts across our nation he added. Sonia Gandhi, who represented Rae Bareli since 2004, is now a Rajya Sabha member from Rajasthan. Rae Bareli is considered a traditional stronghold of the Gandhi family. There was anticipation earlier that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will contest from either Amethi or Raebareli, two seats in Uttar Pradesh which are prestige battles for the party. Earlier, Rahul Gandhi and other party leaders offered prayers after he filed his nomination papers from Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli seat. Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her husband Robert Vadra were among those who offered prayers during the puja held at the house of late party leader Gaya Prasad Shukla in Raebareli. The house has been associated with the party for decades. Locals said the puja was held after filing the nomination due to paucity of time earlier. It started with former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1967. It has become a norm that whenever a member of the Gandhi family files nomination, they first offer prayers here, KC Shukla, grandson of Gyan Prasad Shukla, told ANI. Rahul Gandhi, who is MP from Wayanad in Kerala and is re-contesting from the seat, lost from Amethi in 2019 Lok Sabha polls to Union Minister Smriti Irani. Rahul Gandhi had won the seat, also a Gandhi family stronghold, three times in a row till 2019. Congress has fielded KL Sharma, a loyalist of the Gandhi family, from Amethi against Smriti Irani. Rahul is pitted against BJP candidate and three-time MLC Dinesh Pratap Singh in Raebareli. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah took a dig at the Rahul Gandhi, saying that Sonia Gandhi has tried to launch Rahulyaan nearly 20 times and he will lose election from the Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh. We launched Chandrayaan-3 and it was successful. On the other hand, Sonia Gandhiji has tried to launch Rahulyaan nearly 20 times and has failed every time. Now he has run from Amethi and is contesting from Raebareli. I want to tell you (Rahul Gandhi) the result from here, 'Rahul Baba' will lose to the BJP candidate, Dinesh Pratap Singh with a huge margin in Raebareli, Amit Shah said at an election rally in Belgavi's Hukkeri town. Voting in Amethi and Raebareli seats will be held on May 20. (ANI)
No Gandhi Vs Smriti In Rae Bareli
The suspense over Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhis candidatures for theAmethiand Rae Bareli constituencies in Uttar Pradesh ended today. The Congress decided to field Rahul Gandhi from Rae Bareli and Kishori Lal Sharma instead of Priyanka Gandhi from Amethi. Congress workers and supporters were worried about the seats... The post No Gandhi Vs Smriti In Rae Bareli appeared first on HW News English .
Rahul will win in Pakistan, it's 'balle balle' Modi in India, claims Himanta Sarma
GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday claimed that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will win in Pakistan if elections are held there but in India, victory will be of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sarma had lashed out at Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday as well, calling them irrelevant in Assam and past the expiry date. Rahul Gandhi is very popular in Pakistan and if elections are held there and he contests those, he will win by a huge margin, there is no doubt about it, Sarma said on the sidelines of a rally in Barpeta Lok Sabha constituency, when asked for his reaction on a former Pakistani minister praising the Congress leader. We lift our hands in surrender that we cannot match Rahul Gandhi in Pakistan and he will definitely win there, the CM said, sarcastically. Rahul fighting from Rae Bareli sensing Wayanad defeat: PM Modi A former minister in Imran Khan's cabinet in Pakistan, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain, had shared a video featuring Gandhi on his social media handle on Thursday and praised him, drawing sharp criticism from the BJP, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sarma maintained that nothing will happen in India as desired by Pakistan, and rather, he opposite will happen in Bharat. In Bharat, it's 'balle balle' Narendra Modi, Sarma said, in reply to a question on Gandhi's winning chances in the two Lok Sabha seats he is contesting. Gandhi, who is already seeking to retain the Wayanad constituency in Kerala, on Friday also filed his nomination papers from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli, a traditional Congress bastion held by his mother Sonia Gandhi in the outgoing Lok Sabha. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat Earlier on Thursday, Sarma had hit out at the Gandhi siblings and said, Priyanka and Rahul Gandhi are irrelevant in Assam. They are past the expiry date. He had also dismissed allegations made by Vadra that 'mafia raj' prevailed in Assam. Priyanka Gandhi has not seen Congress-ruled period in Assam. Now, there are no blasts, firing incidents, ULFA or NDFB which prevailed at that time, he said. The CM asserted that if getting jobs without paying bribes or bringing 30 lakh people under 'Orunodoi' scheme define 'mafia raj', then people will want such a 'mafia raj'. The CM also hit back at the Congress' washing machine jibe at the BJP, alleging that the grand old party has a ig, high voltage washing machine which was used to cleanse Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. They (Congress) have a big washing machine, which was used to wash Arvind Kejriwal. Four months ago, Priyanka Gandhi (Vadra) had said Kejriwal had looted money through liquor scam, and now all of a sudden, he becomes a good person? Which high-voltage washing machine does she have? Sarma added. I am extremist in protecting Indian, Assamese culture: Himanta Biswa Sharma
26 per cent jump in apprenticeship scheme as more youths upskill to get better jobs
NEW DELHI: More and more Indians are arming themselves with skilling and upskilling courses under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) to get better jobs, with the programme witnessing a 26 per cent jump in enrollment in 2023-24 as compared to the previous year, officials said Friday. The scheme, launched in 2016, saw an enrollment of 35,333 people in 2018-19. In 2023-24, the figure touched 931,406. In 2022-23, the total number of apprentices registered was 738,704. Maharashtra registered the maximum number of enrollments in the scheme.The state saw an impressive enrollment of 263,239. It is followed by Tamil Nadu at 101,519. The other states are Gujarat (83,611), Karnataka (78,497), and Uttar Pradesh (71,378). This staggering increase represents a significant Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 74.76% over the five years, the officials added. Officials said the enrollment of apprentices has witnessed remarkable growth over the past few years. This ambitious initiative has emerged as a game-changer, as it helped in bridging the gap between formal education and industry demands while addressing the pressing issues of youth unemployment and underemployment, the officials added. The programme has helped foster business growth and innovation while providing valuable on-the-job practical training and opportunities for aspiring professionals,they said. This symbiotic relationship is driving inclusive economic development, empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds, and nurturing personal and professional growth across sectors, the official added. Under the scheme, apprentices not only get training to enhance their capacity, but are offered stipend support. The scheme's objectives include fostering a skilled workforce, incentivising establishment participation, facilitating upskilling opportunities, and encouraging apprenticeship enrollment in small enterprises and underserved regions, thus contributing to inclusive economic development and effectively addressing the skills gap in the country. The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), which manages the programme, also oversees the operation of the apprenticeship portal, which serves as a platform for facilitating the enrollment process. NSDC was set upas part of a national skill development mission in the country. NSDC is also responsible for disbursing partial stipend support to apprentices, both for designated and optional trades, through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism. It also undertakes capacity-building initiatives for stakeholders involved in the apprenticeship programme, which includes organising awareness campaigns, trade fairs (melas), workshops, seminars, and other events aimed at promoting the programme and engaging with various participants. Officials added that by fostering inclusive skill development and creating employment opportunities, this scheme is not only empowering individuals but also shaping a workforce that is future-ready and adaptable to the ever-evolving demands of the industry.
Rahul can win elections from Pakistan, Assam CMs swipe at Gandhi scion
New Delhi, May 3: Amid the political hullabaloo over Congress leader Rahul Gandhis nomination from Uttar Pradeshs Raebareli, his second after Keralas Wayanad constituency for 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took a dig at the Gandhi scion, saying he can easily win elections from Pakistan. The Assam Chief Minister, while [] The post Rahul can win elections from Pakistan, Assam CMs swipe at Gandhi scion appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mega Campaigning in Ayodhya: All You Need to Know
Ayodhya: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, on May 5 (Sunday) as part of his campaign for the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, party sources revealed on Friday.During his visit, PM Modi is expected to offer prayers at Ayodhya's Ram Temple and conduct a roadshow in support of BJP candidate Lallu Singh in the Faizabad Lok Sabha constituency. According to party sources, PM Modi will arrive in Etawah around 3 p.m. on May 5, and then proceed to the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha constituency at approximately 5 p.m. The Prime Minister is scheduled to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya at around 7 p.m.During his visit, PM Modi will lead a nearly 2-kilometer-long roadshow in Ayodhya, added the sources.Ayodhya is scheduled to vote in the fifth phase on May 20. The Lok Sabha elections are being conducted in seven phases until June 1, with the counting of votes set for June 4. The holy city is preparing to give a grand reception to the Prime Minister. This will be PM Modi's second roadshow in Ayodhya in the last five months.Earlier, PM Modi held a grand roadshow during the inauguration of the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport on December 30, 2023.Polling in Uttar Pradesh, with the most number of seats in the Lok Sabha, is being held in all seven phases of the parliamentary elections. Uttar Pradesh has 80 seats, and voting in 16 seats has already been completed in the first two phases. In the 2019 general elections, the BJP emerged triumphant, securing 62 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, supplemented by two seats clinched by its ally Apna Dal (S). Mayawati's BSP managed to secure 10 seats, while Akhilesh Yadav's SP garnered five. Conversely, the Congress party secured only one seat. Triple Talaq Incident on Moving Train Shocks Jhansi Passengers: Man Flees After Divorcing Wife West Bengal Police Neutralises 22 Crude Bombs During Lok Sabha Elections PM Modi Vows Justice for Victims of the West Bengal Teacher Recruitment Scam
This is the best place to visit in Delhi
Delhi is said to be a big spot in terms of tourism. However, there are many excellent travel destinations around the country's capital Delhi. Here today we are going to give you information about some luxurious forts near Delhi. Although there are many famous forts in Jaipur, a few kilometers from Delhi, but you can also see some other forts of the capital. Well, the whole of India was once ruled by kings and they also built many forts. If we look at it, forts and palaces have their own attraction in every state of India, those who are fond of seeing ancient art and heritage must definitely explore these magnificent and luxurious forts located near Delhi. Let us tell you about some attractive and historical palaces and forts. This summer you will also be able to complete short trips by visiting fort places. Know about them Kalinjar Fort, Bundelkhand: A few kilometers away from New Delhi, there are many historical forts built in Bundelkhand and one of them is Kalinjar Fort which is situated on the top of a mountain. It has 7 gates for entry and here you will also be able to see many historical monuments and sculptures. It is said that it was built by the kings of Chandela dynasty. The special thing is that Neelkanth temple is also built in Kalinjar itself, in which a wonderful idol with 18 arms is installed. You will also be able to see beautiful views during your visit to the fort. Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh: Reports say that Agra Fort, just 2 kilometers away from Taj Mahal, which is included in the 7 Wonders of the World, is also a popular tourist destination. People come from all over the country and the world to see the UNESCO heritage site. At one time this fort was with Prithviraj Chauhan, later it was captured by Mahmud Ghaznavi. The beauty of its architecture, carvings and colors makes one crazy. It is said that Mughal emperor Akbar started its construction in the year 1573. This is the favorite tourist destination of the people of Delhi-NCR. Neemrana Fort, Alwar: Rajasthan is famous for its royal style and you can see its glimpse in the palaces and forts located here. Sakti, the fort is present in Alwar city of Rajasthan. You will get a royal feeling by staying here. However, there are many hotels around it where you can stay and see this fort. Kuchesar Fort: If reports are to be believed, this fort is also present in Bundelkhand and here you will be able to see a glimpse of Indian as well as British architecture. Brijghat is present near this fort. If seen, it will take 3 hours to reach here from Delhi. Couple romantic activities happen in Manali, plan to go with your girlfriend soon Where do trains with rotating seats, glass windows and unique coaches run? Travel Reimagined: Concierge Introduces Bespoke First-Class and Private Jet Experiences
Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli; BJP accuses him of 'abandoning' Amethi
Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli; BJP accuses him of 'abandoning' Amethi Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his papers from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency on Friday, barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat. Earlier, in the morning, the Congress ended the suspense over Amethi and Rae Bareli, announcing his candidature from the seat held by his mother Sonia Gandhi for the last two decades. She recently moved to the Rajya Sabha. Gandhi had lost from the adjoining Amethi constituency to BJPs Smriti Irani in 2019, but won from Wayanad in Kerala a seat he is contesting this time as well. The former Congress president was accompanied by party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as he handed over his papers to district election officer Harshita Mathur around 2 pm on the last day for filing nominations. Gandhis brother-in-law Robert Vadra too was with him. Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot accompanied the family. Also on Friday, Kishori Lal Sharma, a close aide of the Gandhi family, filed his papers from the Amethi Lok Sabha constituency. Polling in both parliamentary constituencies is on May 20. The party leaders arrived at the Fursatganj airport in Amethi, and then headed for Rae Bareli. A large number of Congress workers, and those from INDIA bloc partner Samajwadi Party, turned up at the district collectorate to cheer Gandhi. The SP workers, carrying flags and banners, included the partys district chief Virendra Yadav. After filing his nomination, Rahul Gandhi and other family members went to the district Congress office where family priest Radhe Shyam Dixit performed a puja. Rae Bareli Congress spokesperson Vinay Dwivedi said people in the party and local residents were demanding that only the Gandhi family should contest from the constituency, and the top leadership has lived up to their trust. The BJP mocked the Congress decision to field Gandhi from Rae Bareli rather than Amethi. ''Bhag Rahul bhag, Rahul bhag, Rahul bhag (run Rahul, run) -- this is what will go on now,'' BJP general secretary Dushyant Kumar Gautam told reporters in Delhi. At a rally in West Bengal Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Congress shehzada (prince) who went to Wayanad after losing Amethi is contesting from Rae Bareli. Union minister and Amethi MP Smriti Irani had earlleir filed her nomination papers from that constituency. ''The Gandhi family not being present in the election fray in Amethi indicates that the Congress has accepted its defeat in Amethi even before the polling on the seat,'' she told reporters. Earlier Friday, BJP candidate Dinesh Pratap Singh also filed his papers from Rae Bareli. He had lost to Sonia Gandhi in 2019. Singh had switched sides from the Congress in 2018, after being sent to the state legislative council twice by that party. Bahujan Samaj Partys Thakur Prasad Yadav filed his nomination from Rae Bareli on Thursday. Rahul Gandhi is now contesting from a seat that has been held by his mother Sonia Gandhi, his grandmother Indira Gandhi and his grandfather Feroze Gandhi in the past. Feroze Gandhi held the seat in the first two elections after Independence. His wife Indira Gandhi won in 1967, 1971 and 1980, followed by friends and family members of the Gandhis. Arun Nehru won the 1980 bypoll and subsequently in 1984. Sheila Kaul, Indira Gandhis aunt, represented the seat in 1989 and 1991. The only time the Congress did not represent Rae Bareli was in the wake of the Emergency in 1977 when Janata Party's Raj Narain defeated Indira Gandhi, who was then the prime minister. And the BJP's Ashoke Singh won in 1996 and 1998. Sonia Gandhi won from Rae Bareli four times between 2004 and 2019, although of late, her winning margins have dwindled. The party appeared to have concluded that Rae Bareli is the safer seat for the former Congress president, who lost Amethi to Irani last time by nearly 50,000 votes. When Sonia Gandhi decided to leave Rae Bareli and switch to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan, she addressed an emotional message to people of the constituency. ''After this decision, I will not have the opportunity to serve you directly but my heart and soul will always remain with you. I know that you will stand by me and my family in future, just as you have in the past,'' she said in the February 15 message.
Rahul's Strategic Chess Move: Amethi to Rae Bareli Shift in Lok Sabha Election
Rahul's Strategic Chess Move: Amethi to Rae Bareli Shift in Lok Sabha Election Rahul Gandhi describes himself as the best chess player among Indian politicians, and his latest gambit appears to be his decision to contest from Rae Bareli instead of his home ground Amethi. Gandhi obviously hopes that the move will checkmate opponents but the BJP sees it as a cowardly retreat from the battleground. ''He is an experienced player of politics and chess. The party leadership takes its decisions after much discussion, and as part of a larger strategy. This single decision has befuddled the BJP, its supporters, and its sycophants,'' Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said in a post on the much-anticipated decision. ''The BJP's self-proclaimed Chanakya, who used to talk about 'paramparagat seat' is now not sure how to respond,'' he said. The chess reference by Ramesh comes days after the Congress put out a video of Gandhi talking about his interest in the board game and its similarities with politics. In the video, when Gandhi is asked who is the best chess player among Indian politicians, he said, ''Me''. Gandhi filed his papers from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency in the afternoon, barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat on Friday. He was accompanied by Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra as he filed his papers around 2 pm. Gandhi had made his poll debut from Amethi in 2004 and saw relative smooth sailing in the first 10 years with the UPA being in power, while the last 10 years have been challenging. He won the 2014 polls against the BJP's Smriti Irani by over a lakh votes but she had run a spirited campaign and made inroads into the Congress citadel of Amethi. She finally breached the fortress in 2019, beating the Gandhi family scion by over 55,000 votes. However, Gandhi's 'Plan B' seemed to have worked as he contested the polls from two constituencies and won from Kerala's Wayanad, ensuring that his stint in Parliament continued. Some of the earlier electoral gambles of Gandhi such as pitching the 2019 polls campaign of the Congress on the Rafale issue have not paid off but Gandhi has always stuck to his convictions and maintained his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, including on the Adani issue. He has been at the receiving end of criticism from various quarters and often been dubbed a ''reluctant politician'' or ''part-time politician'', but he has remained unfazed by such criticism. At a press briefing in Ghaziabad a couple of weeks ago, Gandhi had taken a swipe at the media for dubbing him a ''non-serious'' politician. He had cited his involvement with the MGNREGA scheme, the Land Acquisition Bill, the Bhatta Parsaul movement, Niyamgiri Hills matter, and had said for the media all this was ''non-serious while talking about Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai and Virat Kohli was serious''. In 2004, Gandhi announced his entry into Indian politics, contesting his first election from Amethi, the same seat that was represented by his mother Sonia Gandhi (1999-2004) and his late father Rajiv Gandhi between 1981-91. Rahul Gandhi won by an overwhelming margin of almost three lakh votes. He again won in 2009 but his margin was reduced in 2014 and was defeated by Irani in 2019. He had been criticised for not spending enough time in the constituency, allowing the BJP to make inroads into the Congress fortress. Gandhi was appointed vice president of the Congress in 2013 and took over the reins of the party on December 16, 2017. He stepped down as its president in May 2019 after the drubbing in the Lok Sabha polls. Since then, he has taken out to yatras -- a cross country Kanyakumari to Kashmir march on foot and a hybrid Manipur to Mumbai yatra, initiatives which were hailed by Congress leaders for galvanising cadres and enthusing supporters. Gandhi had recently said it is now his life mission to ensure justice for the SCs, STs, OBCs and the deprived people. He has pitched the Congress campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha on five Nyays -- Yuva Nyay, Nari Nyay, Kisan Nyay, Shramik Nyay and Hissedari Nyay. Born on June 19, 1970 to Rajiv and Sonia Gandhi, he is the elder of the two siblings and spent his formative years in New Delhi, studying at St. Columba's School and then went on to study at the Doon School in Dehradun. His father Rajiv Gandhi then entered politics and became prime minister after the assassination of Rahul's grandmother and then prime minister Indira Gandhi. Due to constant security threats, Rahul and his sister Priyanka were home-schooled. A year after attending St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi, for his undergraduate studies, he moved to the US to attend Harvard University. Following the assassination of his father and the security concerns that surfaced, Rahul Gandhi shifted to Rollins College in Florida. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1994. Thereafter, he went on to pursue and complete his M.Phil. in Development Studies from the University of Cambridge (Trinity College) in 1995. Upon graduation, Rahul started his professional journey at the Monitor Group, a management consulting firm in London. He later returned to India and eventually joined politics. Gandhi is a certified scuba diver and is known for his fitness. He also holds a black belt in Aikido, a Japanese martial art.
Amit Shah Proclaims Rahul Will Face Crushing Defeat In Raebareli
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday declared that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi would face defeat with a huge margin against the BJP candidate in Raebareli. The Congress has fielded Rahul Gandhi as its candidate from Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh, a constituency held by his mother Sonia Gandhi since 2004. Rahul is concurrently contesting from Wayanad, Kerala. During an election rally in Hukkeri of the Chikkodi constituency on Friday, Amit Shah took a swipe at 'Rahul Baba'. Modi attempted and successfully launched Chandrayaan once. However, Sonia Gandhi ji attempted to launch Rahul Baba (Rahul's career) twenty times without success. Now, for the twenty-first attempt, he has shifted from Amethi and is contesting from Rae Bareli, Shah remarked. I can confidently state that Rahul will lose by a huge margin against our candidate Dinesh Pratap Singh. Take it in writing, Shah declared. Amit Shah attacked the Congress, contending that it fails to maintain national unity or security. In the past 10 years, Modi has provided electricity, water, housing, free ration, toilets, and most importantly, free Covid vaccination. Rahul, who once ridiculed the vaccination drive as the 'Modi vaccination', was later seen taking it with his sister. Individuals who politicize such critical matters should feel ashamed, he asserted. Belagavi and Chikkodi have a significant Hindutva presence. Shah addressed issues like the Ram Mandir and the Kashi Corridor and also chanted slogans like Jai Sri Ram, and Jai Shivaji. During the second term as the PM, Narendra Modi performed the Bhoomi Poojan and Pran Pratistha at Ayodhya. Although Kharge ji and Rahul Baba were invited, they did not attend, fearing repercussions from their vote bank, which we are not afraid of, Shah added. Previously, there was no corridor at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple after Aurangzeb demolished it. Modi ji has constructed that. The Somnath Mandir is being adorned in gold. Kedarnath and Badrinath are also undergoing development, Shah highlighted. He criticized Congress leaders for terming the murder of Neha Hiremath as a personal issue. A girl who resisted conversion was murdered. I met her parents. Her mother spoke about the pressure. If the state government fails to handle the case adequately, they should hand it over to the CBI. We know how to ensure justice, Shah asserted. Shah also accused the Congress of wreaking havoc on the state within a mere 10 months of coming to power. I ask Rahul Baba and Kharge Maharaj, why did the state government cease providing its Rs 4,000 per year share to farmers under the Kisan Samman scheme? he questioned. Water scarcity and power cuts plague the state. Leaders threaten power cuts if Congress is not reinstated. In just 10 months, Congress has brought doom. Once again, put your trust in Modi ji, and he will propel the state forward, Shah assured.
Cong ka haath, desh ke dushmano ke saath, says UP CM Yogi
Cong ka haath, desh ke dushmano ke saath, says UP CM Yogi Lucknow: In the wake of a former Pakistani minister praising MP Rahul Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath tore into the party on Friday. Talking to reporters on Friday, CM Adityanath said that it was evident that Congress ka haath, desh [] The post Cong ka haath, desh ke dushmano ke saath, says UP CM Yogi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Rahul Gandhi Files Nomination From Rae Bareli; Mallikarjun, Sonia, Priyanka Accompany Him
Rae Bareli/New Delhi, May 3: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi filed his papers from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli constituency, barely an hour before nominations closed for the Lok Sabha seat on Friday. Earlier, in the morning, the Congress ended the suspense over Amethi and Rae Bareli, announcing his candidature from the seat held by his mother Sonia Gandhi for the last two decades. Gandhi had lost from the adjoining Amethi constituency in 2019, but won from Wayanad in Kerala a [] The post Rahul Gandhi Files Nomination From Rae Bareli; Mallikarjun, Sonia, Priyanka Accompany Him appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Angle Emerges in Amethi as Rahul Gandhi Shifts to Raebareli
In a surprising turn of events, the Congress party's decision to field Rahul Gandhi from the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat has sparked a fresh narrative in Amethi. Smriti Irani, Union Minister and BJP candidate from Amethi, wasted no time in interpreting this move as an implicit admission of defeat by the Congress. Irani, addressing reporters in Amethi, welcomed the decision but not without a hint of triumph. The absence of the Gandhis from Amethi's battleground signifies their acknowledgment of impending defeat. Their reliance on a proxy candidate speaks volumes about their confidence, she remarked. Emphasizing the strides made in Amethi under the Modi government's tenure, Irani questioned the decades-long dominance of the Gandhi family in the region. If significant progress could be achieved in five years, why was Amethi neglected for half a century under Gandhi rule? she queried, assuring continued development under BJP leadership. Recalling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foresight, Irani highlighted his earlier prediction regarding Rahul Gandhi's search for a safer electoral haven post-Kerala polls. PM Modi had forewarned about this shift, indicating Congress's strategic retreat from contested territories, she asserted. The electoral landscape now witnesses Rahul Gandhi contesting Raebareli against BJP's Dinesh Pratap Singh, while Irani vies for a renewed mandate from Amethi. The Congress, meanwhile, has nominated Kishori Lal Sharma, a loyalist from Amethi, echoing the 2019 electoral showdown between Gandhi and Irani. As both constituencies gear up for the fifth phase of polls on May 20, the historical significance of these electoral battlegrounds looms large. From Indira Gandhi to Sonia Gandhi, the Raebareli seat has remained a Congress stronghold, barring a few exceptions, showcasing the enduring legacy of the Nehru-Gandhi dynasty in Indian politics. Meanwhile, in Amethi, the spotlight now shifts to Kishori Lal Sharma, who filed his nomination amidst the evolving political landscape. Sharma's entry adds a new dimension to the electoral contest, as he seeks to uphold the Congress legacy in a constituency once synonymous with the Gandhi family. Reflecting on the historical significance of Amethi, the transition from Rajiv Gandhi to Rahul Gandhi underscores the enduring connection between the Nehru-Gandhi lineage and this electoral bastion. However, Irani's victory in 2019 marked a significant departure from this established narrative, signaling a shift in the political winds. With the impending electoral showdown on May 20, both Raebareli and Amethi brace for a contest that transcends mere electoral arithmetic. It's a clash of ideologies, a testament to the shifting sands of Indian politics, and a reaffirmation of the democratic spirit that pulsates through the heartland of Uttar Pradesh. As the campaigns intensify and the rhetoric escalates, all eyes remain glued to these two pivotal constituencies, awaiting the verdict that will shape the political landscape for years to come. Here's What 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Schedule: Seven Phases from April 19 to June 1 Congress Announces Candidates for Lok Sabha 2024, Rahul Gandhi to Contest from Rae Bareli Rajnath Singh Revives Mahatma Gandhi's Call to 'Abolish Congress' Ahead of Lok Sabha Elections
Senior CPI leader Atul Kumar Anjaan dies after prolonged cancer battle
Senior CPI leader Atul Kumar Anjaan was being treated at a hospital in the Uttar Pradesh capital, she said, adding that he will be cremated in the afternoon. Anjaan began his political career at the Lucknow University Students Union (LUSU) in 1977.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after he ditched Amethi and picked Rae Bareli ad his second seat. Modi said that as he had predicted earlier Rahul is scared of losing in Wayanad and was looking for a safe seat in Uttar Pradesh. Watch this fiery comment by PM Modi.
Rahul Gandhi's Prospects in Raebareli Doubted by Amit Shah
Rahul Gandhi's Prospects in Raebareli Doubted by Amit Shah Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is contesting the Lok Sabha elections from Raebareli in Uttar Pradesh after running away from Amethi and predicted that he will lose the polls there against the BJP candidate by a huge margin. He also said former AICC President Sonia Gandhi's multiple attempts to ''launch'' Rahul Gandhi had failed and claimed that this was the twenty-first attempt. The top BJP leader addressed a public meeting here in Belagavi district for party candidate from Chikkodi Lok Sabha segment Annasaheb Jolle. ''Modi ji tried and at once Chandrayaan (mission to Moon) got launched. Sonia Gandhi has launched this 'yaan' named Rahul Baba (Rahul Gandhi) twenty times, but her launching has not been successful. Today for the twenty-first time, running away from Amethi, he has filed nomination from Raebareli,'' Shah said. He said, ''Rahul Baba, I'm telling the result of Raebareli from here. Against BJP's candidate Dinesh Pratap Singh, you will lose by a huge margin. Write down my words.'' Rahul Gandhi is contesting the elections from the Raebareli seat in Uttar Pradesh, the constituency held by his mother Sonia Gandhi for the last two decades. Kishori Lal Sharma, a close aide of the Gandhi family, has been fielded from the Amethi Lok Sabha seat, the party said in a statement on Friday. The two seats will go to polls on May 20 in the fifth of the seven-phase general election. Ending days of suspense, the party announced the candidates from the two seats on Friday. Raebareli is a constituency which had earlier elected Rahul Gandhi's mother Sonia Gandhi, his grandmother Indira Gandhi and his grandfather Feroze Gandhi. The constituency has also been represented by family members and friends of the Gandhi-Nehru family. Rahul Gandhi has also contested the ongoing Lok Sabha polls from Wayanad in Kerala which went to polls on April 26.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Rae Bareli Lok Sabha seat
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday filed his nomination papers from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli seat for the Lok Sabha elections. Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accompanied Rahul Gandhi as he filed papers. Rae Bareli seat is considered traditional pocket borough of the Gandhi-Nehru family as its members have represented the seat for several decades. Besides Rae Bareli, Rahul Gandhi has contested Lok Sabha election from Keralas Wayanad as well. Gandhi is the sitting MP from Wayanad. The constituency will go to polls in the fifth phase of general elections, that is May 20. Feroze Gandhi to Rahul Gandhi: Rae Bareli's tryst with Congress
Rahul Gandhi Files Nomination From Raebareli, Accompanied By Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka
Mother Sonia Gandhi and sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra by his side, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today field nomination papers for the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh
Rahul Gandhi Files Nomination From Raebareli, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka With Him
Mother Sonia Gandhi and sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra by his side, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today field nomination papers for the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh
Feroze Gandhi to Rahul Gandhi: Rae Barelis tryst with Congress
NEW DELHI: The surprise nomination of Rahul Gandhi from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli brings the focus back on the VVIP segment which was first represented in the Lok Sabha by the former Congress presidents grandfather Feroze Gandhi, who held the seat in the first two elections after Independence. The strong foundations that Feroze Gandhi laid []
Why Rahul Gandhi Chose Rae Bareli for His Campaign
Rahul Gandhi's decision to run for office in Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency has brought fresh attention to a long-standing connection between the Gandhi family and this area. The roots of this relationship trace back to 1952 when Feroze Gandhi, Rahul's grandfather, first represented Rae Bareli in the Lok Sabha. Over the years, this bond has only grown stronger, particularly under the leadership of his grandmother, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who won the seat in 1967, 1971, and 1980. Since then, it has been kept within the family or close allies. The announcement of Rahul Gandhi's candidacy in Rae Bareli not only underscores the sentimental significance of the region but also signals the end of an era, with Sonia Gandhi opting out of the race due to health concerns. This decision marks a transition for the Gandhi family's longstanding association with Rae Bareli. Adding to the historical backdrop is the fact that in 1980, Indira Gandhi contested from both Rae Bareli and Medak in undivided Andhra Pradesh, ultimately choosing to represent Medak. Arun Nehru, a prominent figure in Rajiv Gandhi's government, later won the Rae Bareli seat in a bypoll and retained it in 1984. Rae Bareli's Political Legacy Rae Bareli boasts a storied political legacy, with figures like Arun Nehru, Sheila Kaul, and Satish Sharma, all closely aligned with the Gandhi family, having represented the constituency in the past. Even during periods when the Congress party did not hold the seat, the ties with the Gandhi family remained unbroken. From Arun Nehru, who played a pivotal role in Rajiv Gandhi's administration, to Sheila Kaul, Indira Gandhi's aunt, Rae Bareli has stood as a stronghold of the Congress party. Congress Announces Candidates for Lok Sabha 2024, Rahul Gandhi to Contest from Rae Bareli Congress KL Sharma to Contest against BJP's Smriti Irani in Amethi
Here's What 2024 Lok Sabha Elections Schedule: Seven Phases from April 19 to June 1
The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are set to unfold in seven phases, spanning from April 19 to June 1, with results expected on June 4. The Election Commission has revealed the schedule, highlighting that April 19 will witness the highest number of constituencies, totaling 102, while the fifth phase, on May 20, will see the lowest number at just 49. Here's a breakdown of the election phases across different states: Single Poll Date (22 states): Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Ladakh, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Puducherry, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Telangana, Uttarakhand, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman & Diu. Two-phase Voting (4 states): Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tripura, Manipur Three-phase Voting (2 states): Chhattisgarh, Assam Four-phase Voting (3 states): Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand Five-phase Voting (2 states): Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir Seven-phase Voting (3 states): Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal The Lok Sabha Election 2024 schedule is as follows: Phase 1 (April 19): 101 Seats Phase 2 (April 26): 89 Seats Phase 3 (May 7): 94 Seats Phase 4 (May 13): 96 Seats Phase 5 (May 20): 49 Seats Phase 6 (May 25): 57 Seats Phase 7 (June 1): 57 Seats Each phase covers various states and Union Territories, ensuring a comprehensive electoral process across the nation. In the first phase on April 19, a total of 102 seats will be contested across several states and Union Territories: Arunachal Pradesh: Arunachal West, Arunachal East Assam: Sonitpur, Kaziranga, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur Bihar: Aurangabad, Gaya, Nawada, Jamui Jammu & Kashmir: Udhampur Madhya Pradesh: Sidhi, Shahdol, Jabalpur, Mandla, Balaghat, Chhindwara Maharashtra: Ramtek, Nagpur, Bhandara-Gondiya, Gadchiroli-Chimur, Chandrapur Manipur: Inner Manipur Meghalaya: Shillong, Tura Mizoram: Mizoram Nagaland: Nagaland Rajasthan: Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa, Nagaur Sikkim: Sikkim Tamil Nadu: Thiruvallur, Chennai North, Chennai South, Chennai Central, Sriperumbudur, Kancheepuram, Arakkonam, Vellore, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Tiruvannamalai, Arani, Viluppuram, Kallakurichi, Salem, Namakkal, Erode, Tiruppur, Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Pollachi, Dindigul, Karur, Tiruchirappalli, Perambalur, Cuddalore, Chidambaram, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thanjavur, Sivaganga, Madurai, Theni, Virudhunagar, Ramanathapuram, Thoothukkudi, Tenkasi, Tirunelveli, Kanniyakumari Tripura: Tripura West Uttar Pradesh: Saharanpur, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor, Nagina, Moradabad, Rampur, Pilibhit West Bengal: Cooch Behar, Alipurduars, Jalpaiguri Chhattisgarh: Bastar Uttarakhand: Tehri Garhwal, Garhwal, Almora, Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar, Hardwar Andaman & Nicobar: Andaman Nicobar Islands Lakshadweep: Lakshadweep Puducherry: Puducherry These elections aim to engage citizens in the democratic process, allowing them to exercise their right to vote and shape the future of their nation. Congress Announces Candidates for Lok Sabha 2024, Rahul Gandhi to Contest from Rae Bareli Congress KL Sharma to Contest against BJP's Smriti Irani in Amethi Trinamool Congress Accuses Congress Leader of Promoting BJP Agenda
Cong tally to be all-time low in LS polls; Rahul fighting from Rae Bareli sensing Wayanad defeat: PM
BARDHAMAN (WB): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that Congress tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an all-time low, as he mocked its leader Rahul Gandhis decision to contest from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli seat, sensing defeat at Wayanad where he is a sitting MP. Addressing a rally in the Bardhaman-Durgapur Lok []
Demand for Air conditioners soar as temperatures continue to rise, some companies raise prices by 3-5 per cent The demand for air conditioners (ACs) have surged during the April month due to the increase in temperature, especially in North and Central India. It has prompted a strong outlook for AC demand until mid-June 2024. According to a report by Anand Rathi Financial Services Limited, after the surge in demand for AC's the manufacturing companies have increased prices. The AC manufacturing company Blue Star has increased prices by 3-5 per cent across various models. The report highlights that in South India, particularly Tamil Nadu, AC volumes soared by 40-50 per cent year-on-year (y/y). While Karnataka and Telangana witnessed a 15-20 per cent y/y growth in AC volumes. In Central India, including Uttar Pradesh (UP) and Madhya Pradesh (MP), AC volumes grew by 15-20 per cent y/y. However, the local dealers have reported shortages of the ACs across brands, leading to increased delivery times. In North India, particularly in Rajasthan and Haryana, AC demand has surged post-Holi, with volumes growing by 20-25 per cent in April 2024. The report highlights that some dealers anticipated further growth in AC demand by 25-30 per cent in May. In the Eastern region, Odisha saw a 25-30 per cent increase in AC volumes, while Jharkhand experienced a 10-15 per cent y/y growth. Despite rising demand, no pricing action was observed by any brand in the region, and dealers are facing a shortage in giving timely supply. The demand for AC in the Western region including Gujarat and Maharashtra have surged in the latter half of April, with volumes growing by 15-20 per cent y/y. According to the report several brands in Gujarat increased prices by 3-5 per cent across various models. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday that most parts of the country are likely to record above-normal maximum temperatures in May. The IMD, however, stated that some parts of northwest and central India and adjoining areas of northeast peninsular India are likely to record normal to below-normal maximum temperatures. According to IMD, the average minimum temperature (22 degrees Celsius) in April in east and northeast India was the highest since 1901. (ANI)
Congress tally to be all-time low in Lok Sabha polls: PM Modi
Bardhaman: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that Congress tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an all-time low, as he mocked its leader Rahul Gandhis decision to contest from Uttar Pradeshs Rae Bareli seat, sensing defeat at Wayanad where he is a sitting MP. Addressing a rally in the Bardhaman-Durgapur Lok Sabha Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
From Feroze Gandhi To Rahul Gandhi, Rae Bareli's Tryst With Congress
From Feroze Gandhi and Indira Gandhi to their daughter-in-law Sonia Gandhi, the high-profile Raebareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh has sent several Congress heavyweights to parliament since the first national election in 1951-52.
Congress tally to be all-time low; Rahul fighting from Rae Bareli sensing Wayanad defeat: PM Modi
Modi also slammed the opposition bloc INDIA and Congress for supporting the vote jihad comments made by a candidate of the Samajwadi Party (SP), an ally of the grand old party in Uttar Pradesh.
Shehzada fears defeat in Wayanad, now finding escape route via Raebareli: PM Modi
Kolkata, May 3: Taking another dig at the Congress party and its leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Shehzada fears defeat in Wayanad which is why he has also been fielded from the Raebareli constituency in Uttar Pradesh which will act as an escape route. I said it before [] The post Shehzada fears defeat in Wayanad, now finding escape route via Raebareli: PM Modi appeared first on The Shillong Times .
BARDHAMAN: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asserted that Congress' tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an all-time low, as he mocked its leader Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli seat, sensing defeat at Wayanad where he is a sitting MP. Addressing a rally in the Bardhaman-Durgapur Lok Sabha seat, Modi said that if Congress is voted to power, it would snatch quotas meant for the Scheduled Caste, Dalits and OBCs and give those to its jihadi vote bank to pursue the party's appeasement politics. Rahul to contest LS polls from Rae Bareli, KL Sharma from Amethi Modi also slammed the opposition bloc INDIA and Congress for supporting the vote jihad comments made by a candidate of the Samajwadi Party (SP), an ally of the grand old party in Uttar Pradesh. There is no need for opinion polls or exit polls, as I had talked about their (Congress) defeat long back in Parliament. When their senior leader quit her Lok Sabha seat and entered Parliament through Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan, it was evident that they sensed defeat, Modi said, in an apparent dig at Sonia Gandhi. Now, the shehzada' of Congress, who went to Wayanad (Kerala) after losing the Amethi seat, is also contesting from Rae Bareli. He knows he would lose Wayanad this time, Modi said, referring to Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Rae Bareli. The prime minister challenged the Congress to give in writing that it will not amend the Constitution to provide reservations based on religion. They (Congress and INDIA bloc) have to give a written statement that they will not take away the reservations for SCs, STs and OBCs and give those to their vote bank on the basis of religion, Modi said. He also came down heavily on the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, alleging that the party has made Hindus second-class citizens in the state. Feroze Gandhi to Rahul Gandhi: Rae Bareli's tryst with Congress
Mixed response from Wayanad over Rahul Gandhis decision to contest Raebareli
Thiruvananthapuram, May 3: With Rahul Gandhi deciding to contest the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh also, there was a mixed response from people in Keralas Wayanad. Elections were held in Wayanad Lok Sabha seat on April 26. While some people said there was nothing wrong for him to contest Raebareli too, a few [] The post Mixed response from Wayanad over Rahul Gandhis decision to contest Raebareli appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Uttar Pradesh's Rae Bareli constituency, historically linked to the Gandhi family, has drawn attention to its VVIP legacy. Previously represented by his grandfather Feroze Gandhi and later by his mother, former PM Indira Gandhi, the seat holds significant emotional and political value. Sonia Gandhi's announcement that she will not contest the elections due to health reasons adds a poignant note, marking the end of an era for the Gandhi family's association with Rae Bareli.
