Uttar Pradesh: RLD onboard, BJP looks for dominance
LUCKNOW: Having acquired more political muscle through Jat support by taking Jayant Chaudhury-led RLD onboard, the BJP is aiming for a dominance on the eight seats Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh and Mathura set to vote on April 26, while the Opposition bloc is ready to put a stiff fight. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP, while facing the challenge from SP-BSP-RLD grand alliance, won seven of these seats. Only Amroha was won by the alliance. In 2024, the BJP has reworked its strategy by allying with the RLD and allotting the Baghpat seat to the party that has Jats as its core support base. To regain lost ground, the SP has tied up with the Congress. The BSP is going it alone. In this phase, both SP and Congress are contesting on four seats each as per their seat-sharing arrangement. While the SP has fielded candidates in Meerut, Baghpat, Gautam Buddha Nagar and Aligarh, Congress will contest in Ghaziabad, Mathura, Amroha and Bulandshahr. The fate of former Union minister Mahesh Sharma, who is seeking a third term on the BJP ticket from Gautam Budh Nagar, Ramayan fame actor Arun Govil in Meerut and actress Hema Malini, who is seeking a hat-trick from Mathura, will be decided in this phase. Former Mumbai Police commissioner Satya Pal Singh is not in the fray this time. He had defeated RLD chief Ajit Singh in Baghpat in 2014 and Jayant Chaudhary in 2019. BJP has allotted Baghpat to the RLD and Dr Rajkumar Sangwan has been fielded as NDA candidate. Amroha is set to witness a contest among Congresss Danish Ali, BJPs Kanwar Singh Tanwar, and BSPs Dr Mujahid Hussain. The BSP suspended Ali, who was its MP from Amroha, last year for anti-party activities and he joined the Congress. The BJP stronghold Meerut will witness a three-way fight among BJPs Arun Govil, SPs Sunita Verma and BSPs Devvrat Kumar Tyagi. In Meerut, the S P has fielded dalit candidate Sunita Verma replacing OBC aspirant Atul Pradhan. The BJP won the seat in 1996, losing it to Congress in 1999 and BSP in 2004. BJPs Rajendra Agrawal, who has been denied the ticket this time, won the Meerut seat in 2009, 2014 and 2019. The BJP has replaced Agarwal with Govil. Baghpat, an RLD bastion, is in for a three-cornered contest among RLDs Rajkumar Sangwan, SPs Amarpal Sharma and BSPs Praveen Baisala. Former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh had won the seat thrice in 1977, 1980 and 1984. His son Ajit Singh won it in 1989, 1991, 1996, 1999, 2004 and 2009. However, BJP candidate Sompal won the seat in 1998. A BJP bastion since it came into existence in 2008, the Ghaziabad seat is set for a fight between BJPs Atul Garg, Congresss Dolly Sharma and BSPs Nandkishor Pundhir. The BJP is banking on the popularity of Garg to retain the seat, while BSP plans to cash in on anger among Rajputs in rural areas over denial of ticket to two-time BJP MP and Union minister General (retd) VK Singh. The Congress is working on the Brahmin-Muslim formula. In Gautam Budhh Nagar, Mahesh Sharma, who was elected to the Lok Sabha in 2014 and 2019, is seeking a third term as the BJP candidate. He is facing the SPs Rahul Awana, a Gujjar leader, and BSPs Rajendra Singh Solanki, a Rajput. The Bulandshahr reserved seat is all set for a contest among BJPs Bhola Singh, who won the seat in 2014 and 2019, BSPs Girish Chandra, MP from Nagina, and Congresss Shiv Ram Valmiki. In Aligarh, BJPs Satish Gautam (Brahmin), who won the seat in 2014 and 2019, is in the fray for a third term. The BSP has fielded a Brahmin candidate, Hitendra Kumar aka Bunty Upadhyay, a former BJP leader. The SP has nominated Bijendra Singh. In Mathura, two-time BJP MP Hema Malini is seeking a third term. She is pitted against Mukesh Dhangar of Congress and Suresh Singh of BSP. The Congress was earlier planning to field boxer Vijendra Singh in Mathura but he joined BJP.
LS Polls: UP govt to provide medical kits for polling personnel in 2nd phase to combat hot conditions In view of the soaring temperatures in Uttar Pradesh, medical kits to address health conditions such as heatstroke, will be provided to the polling personnel for the voting scheduled on April 26 across 8 constituencies in the second phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Directions have also been issued to ensure all necessary facilities for polling personnel and voters at polling stations. The polling parties will depart for polling stations on April 25 (Thursday) to ensure fair and peaceful elections in the state. The eight constituencies of UP that are going to polls in the second phase include Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, and Mathura. These 8 Lok Sabha seats fall under 9 districts of the state, namely, Amroha, Hapur, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, and Mathura. State Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa said that instructions have been given to all the District Election Officers to send polling parties on time for the second phase of voting in 8 Lok Sabha constituencies scheduled for April 26. He mentioned that directions have been issued to all the concerned District Election Officers to ensure necessary facilities for voters and polling personnel at polling centres and polling booths. Before the departure of polling parties, the polling personnel will be provided with medical kits to address health conditions such as heatstroke. Because of the heat, tents, sheds, drinking water arrangements and other necessary facilities will be installed as per the guidelines issued earlier. In compliance with the directives of the Election Commission of India, continuous operations are being carried out across Uttar Pradesh by the Police, Income Tax, Excise, Narcotics, and other departments. For thorough inspection, 480 interstate check posts and 1836 check posts within the state are operational. From March 16 to April 23, 2024, the Police department seized 495 licensed weapons from criminals whereas licenses for 4553 weapons were revoked and deposited. Notices have been issued under the CrPC to 2,532,068 individuals over concerns of peace disruption, of which 2,061,166 have already been restricted. Additionally, the Police department seized 7650 unlicensed weapons, 7753 cartridges, 2900.32 kilograms of explosives, and 411 bombs. Besides, raids were conducted on 3153 illegal weapon manufacturing centres, while 148 were busted. On April 23, licenses for 249 weapons owned by criminals were revoked and deposited by the Police department. Under the CrPC, 36,978 individuals were restricted as a preventive measure. Additionally, 105 unlicensed weapons and 171 cartridges were seized. Raids were conducted on 96 illegal weapon manufacturing centres by the police. (ANI)
Mathura Roadshow Resonates with Festive Cheer as Hema Malini Exudes Confidence
Mathura Roadshow Resonates with Festive Cheer as Hema Malini Exudes Confidence Amid chants of 'Radhe, Radhe' and sweltering heat, actor-turned-politician Hema Malini, seeking a third successive term as Lok Sabha MP from Mathura, on Wednesday held a roadshow that wound its way through the narrow bylanes of the temple town. Dressed in a green saree, she used a yellow peacock feather motif dupatta to shield herself from the afternoon sun as she stood in an SUV and greeted voters with an elegant namaste. Hema Malini waved a cutout of the lotus, the BJP's poll symbol, and reminded voters to exercise their franchise on April 26, when Mathura goes to polls. An accomplished Bharatanatyam exponent, Hema Malini often showcased the 'flower mudra', gently opening her closed fingers to depict a flowering bud. People gathered in balconies and on rooftops showered rose petals on her carcade which snaked its way through the Chowk Bazaar area, considered the business hub of the old town. ''It (the roadshow) felt like it was a post-victory celebration. The roadshow was very beautifully organised by our party. Everybody, including our alliance partners, participated in it,'' Hema Malini told reporters after the roadshow. Hema Malini is pitted against OBC leader Mukesh Dhangar of the Congress, the nominee of the opposition INDIA bloc, and Chaudhary Suresh Singh of the BSP. ''This is a one-sided election. The Congress and the BSP are vying for the second spot,'' Dinesh Kumar Agrawal, a businessman in the local jewellery market, told PTI as Hema Malini's roadshow crossed the Chowk Bazaar. While the BJP is banking on the performance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the star power of Hema Malini, the Congress is seeking votes in the name of change. BSP's Singh, a veteran Jat leader who was earlier with the BJP, is hoping to cash in on the sizeable population of his community in Mathura and his party's committed supporters. RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary's last-minute decision to align with the BJP has not gone down well with his supporters here and Singh is eyeing this section. ''The Jat community in this region holds RLD founder Chaudhary Charan Singh in high regard. The BJP may benefit from bestowing the Bharat Ratna on him, but local leaders of the RLD are unhappy with Jayant's decision to align with the BJP,'' said Hemant Chaudhary, a local hotelier. Among the 19.30 lakh voters in Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, the Jat community is the most influential with around 5 lakh votes, followed by Rajputs and Brahmins (approximately 3 lakh each), Jatavs (2 lakh), Muslims (1.6 lakh) and OBCs. A large section of the locals still view Hema Malini as an ''outsider'' but BJP supporters turned out in large numbers for her roadshow on Wednesday, the last day of campaigning for the second phase of the Lok Sabha polls. ''Vote toh Modi aur Yogi baba ke naam par padna hai, Hema ji toh bahar ki hai (people will vote in the name of Modi and Yogi baba, Hema is an outsider),'' local BJP leader Sanjay Bhardwaj said. Vinod Kumar Gola, who belongs to the Prajapati community of potters, said he will vote for the BJP and listed central government initiatives that have benefited his community. The Jatav community, considered a staunch supporter of former chief minister and BSP president Mayawati, appears to be firmly backing her party. ''Behen ji ko vote nahi diya toh vote bekar hai (my vote will go waste if I don't vote for behen ji),'' said daily labourer Phool Chand Jatav, dismissing concerns over a Jat candidate fielded by the BSP. BJP corporator Kunjvihari Bhardwaj claimed that the real fight in Mathura was for the second rank as Hema Malini's victory was a ''foregone conclusion''. ''In 2019, she won by a margin of nearly 3 lakh votes. If the voter turnout is good on the election day, Hema ji can win by even a margin of 5 lakh votes. The Congress and the BSP are in the race for the second spot,'' he said.
Entertainment: Hema Malini on Lok Sabha Election!
Hema Malini on Lok Sabha Election: Hema Malini is contesting the Lok Sabha elections from Mathura for the third time. Hema has been MP from this seat for the last 10 years. Meanwhile, actress and politician Hema Malini revealed many things during a recent interview. The actress told that Dharmendra never wanted her to enter politics. Dharmendra did not want Hema to contest elections. Hemar Malini recently talked about his political career in an interview with News 18. He said- 'Dharmendra did not want me to enter politics. He told me not to contest elections because it is very difficult. I took this statement of his as a challenge. Dharmendra had given this advice. Hema Malini further said- 'He gave me such advice because when he came into politics, he had to face many problems. He not only had to travel a lot and also work in films. In such a situation, all this seemed like a risk to them. Besides this, he was also insecure about my safety. He was upset because his experience was like this. Difficult to manage : The actress further said, 'When you are a film star and enter politics, people's craze for you increases further. Everyone knew Dharamji's craze. For this reason there was a lot of difficulty in managing them. I also face many problems, which he does not like at all. But I am a woman and so I manage everything properly. Let us tell you, Dharmendra has been the MP of Bikaner from 2004 to 2009. But he did not like politics much and left it. Although Hema Malini is still active in politics. Hema Malini is BJP's candidate from Madhura in the Lok Sabha elections. Voting here is in the second phase i.e. on 26th April.
Campaigning on eight LS seats for second phase in UP ends today
Lucknow: Campaigning for the second phase of Lok Sabha elections in eight seats of western will conclude on Wednesday evening. The eight seats where polls will be held in the second phase are Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh and Mathura. Polling for the second phase will be held on April 26. 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 .
Lot of work has to be done in next five years...: BJP candidate Hema Malini
Lot of work has to be done in next five years...: BJP candidate Hema Malini Bhartiya Janta Party Lok Sabha Candidate and two-term Member of Parliament from Mathura, Hema Malini, said on Tuesday that many developmental works have been completed and a lot of work has to be done in the next five years in Mathura with the support of the party. Hema Malini told ANI, I feel proud that I have done a lot of work and I have to do a lot of work in the next five years with the support of Prime Minister Modi Ji, Amit Shah Ji, Nadda ji and Yogi Ji. A lot of good development work has been done here, including the 84 Kos Parikrama, the purification of Yamuna, centres for girls education, and theatres as centres for cultural activities. Along with the darshan of the temple, you will get to see various cultural activities here. Responding to the question of how many seats the BJP will win this time, Hema Malini said that they will win 80 out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh. Our party is saying that we will win from Mathura by a margin of more than 5 lakh votes. We will win by more votes than before. I appeal to all the people to vote when voting takes place on April 26th. Everyone should participate in it. I also appeal to the people of India that everyone should go and vote; each of your votes is very important, she said. Further, speaking on the Srikrishna Janambhoomi dispute, the BJP candidate from Mathura said that the issue is in the court and the court will decide but we are planning to make corridor for Banke Bihari Ji very beautiful, which is very congested and very soon work will start. Challenge is a challenge. You should not take it lightly. So, we will work hard, we have the capability to win. We have our work to show. Who will vote for someone who has not done anything? What has the INDIA bloc done till date? We will definitely cross 400, she added. The seats which will go to polls in the second phase on April 26 included-- Amroha, Meerut, Mathura, Baghpat, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar and Bulandshahar. (ANI)
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Cant use celeb card for votes,` says Hema Malini
mid-day tags along with Hema Malini in Mathura, as she toils through her daymeeting farmers to gurus to regular voters
Allahabad High Court debates Mathura temple jurisdiction, legal acts. Hearing set for April 30. Focus on Places of Worship Act, legal procedures in Hindu-Muslim dispute.
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Mathuras museums: Unveiling architectural marvels and hidden treasures
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Hema Malini has filed her nomination from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, for the 2024 Lok Sabha election.
Powered by brand PM Modi and RLD tie-up, Hema Malini in lead role again in Mathura
Hema Malini pocketed 53% of votes in 2014 LS polls, rising to a staggering 61% five years later, although her victory margin dipped. RLD had cornered 34% of the votes then. Simply put, BJP and RLD had polled a combined 95% votes for Mathura in 2019. In politics, one plus one does not always equal two, but with RLD and BJP joining forces, the Lotus is undeniably in pole position here.
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: UP Phase 2 candidates pad up; 'Dream Girl' eyes dream run
Uttar Pradesh emerges as a crucial battleground with 80 parliamentary seats, witnessing a fierce contest among BJP, Congress, BSP, and RLD. With voting in seven phases and the first phase completed on April 19, Mathura gears up for polling on April 26, followed by phases on May 7, 13, 20, 23, and June 1. The state's election results, key for national politics, will be announced on June 4.
LS polls: BJP's Hema Malini pitted against Congress, BSP in triangular contest; as she seeks third term in Mathura Mathura Lok Sabha constituencies in Uttar Pradesh is one of the high-profile seats up for grabs in the second phase of the Lok Sabha Elections from where Dream Girl Hema Malini is eyeing her third victory. The upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Mathura will see a triangular contest between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). Uttar Pradesh has 80 parliamentary seats and the Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress, Bahujan Samaj Party and the Rashtriya Lok Dal are the main parties in the constituency. The Mathura seat comprises five Assembly segments including Chhata, Mant, Goverdhan, Mathura, and Baldev. The constituency is a General quota seat. Hema Malini is a two-time MP from Mathura who is fielded by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the third consecutive time from the Mathura Lok Sabha seat, while Congress has decided to field Mukesh Dhangar and the BSP has given the ticket to Suresh Singh. Earlier in 2019, Hema Malini of the BJP won the Mathura constituency in the Lok Sabha elections 2019, securing 6,71,293 votes with 60.9 per cent while 3,77,822 votes were polled in favour of Kunwar Narendra Singh of the RLD with 34.3 per cent votes. Congress's Mahesh Pathak secured 28,084 votes. Malini won the elections with a massive margin of 2,93,471. In the 2014 Lok Sabha Elections, Malini from BJP won the seat and polled 574,633 votes with a vote share of 53.29 per cent. RLD candidate Jayant Chaudhary got 243,890 votes (22.62 per cent) and was the runner-up. Hema Malini defeated Jayant Chaudhary by a margin of 330,743 votes. From 1991 to 1999, Mathura was the BJP's stronghold four times. In 2004, Mathura went to Congress's account. In 2009, RLD's Jayant Chaudhary became an MP from Mathura. Hema Malini urged the people to convert their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi into votes and come out in huge numbers to exercise their right to franchise. The BJP's lotus will definitely bloom all over India and definitely in UP as so much work has happened here and people have seen it. The work PM Modi has done here, neither has such work has been done before nor will anyone do it in the future. I know everyone knows how much work PM Modi has done, but to convert it into votes, you all will have to go out and vote. It is our responsibility towards your country, Hema Malini further added. Earlier, BJP candidate Malini's daughters, Isha and Ahana Deol, arrived in Mathura to meet youth and garner support for their mother in the Lok Sabha elections. The two arrived at the Banke Bihari Temple, where they bowed before Lord Banke Bihari Ji, and sought divine blessings. Isha expressed confidence in her mother's victory in the elections, highlighting the support from Mathura's residents. There are so many supporters here who are the residents of Mathura. They want my mother to stay here and win the election from here. They want her to do much more, and it's because of their support that my mom can do all this. So, their support is important, she said. In 2014, the BJP fielded Hema Malini who won. In the 2019 elections, Hema's husband, actor Dharmendra, also campaigned for her and gathered a huge crowd in her favour. Due to the public welfare schemes of the double-engine government, once again in 2019, lotus bloomed in Mathura and Hema Malini became an MP. Uttar Pradesh, which sends the maximum number of MPs, 80, to Parliament, will vote in all seven phases. Voting for phase 1 was held on April 19 on eight 8 seats. Mathura will go to polling during the second phase on April 26. The state will once again poll in phases three and four on May 7 and May 13. The Uttar Pradesh electorate will also vote in phases five, six and seven on May 20, May 23 and June 1, respectively. The votes will be counted on June 4. (ANI)
Less polling happened in first phase because...: Hema Malini urges people to exercise voting rights
Actor and BJP MP Hema Malini called on people to convert their support for PM Narendra Modi into votes and participate in large numbers in the elections. She emphasized the importance of voting and urged people to exercise their right to franchise. Malini expressed confidence in the BJP's success, citing the strong support from the public. She highlighted the significant work done by PM Modi and the BJP in Uttar Pradesh, urging voters to show their responsibility towards the country by voting. Uttar Pradesh will vote in all seven phases, with Mathura going to polls in the second phase on April 26.
Samajwadi Party struggling to save its Mainpuri, Kannauj bastions: UP minister
Samajwadi Party struggling to save its Mainpuri, Kannauj bastions: UP minister The Samajwadi Party is struggling to save its bastions of Mainpuri and Kannauj in the Lok Sabha elections, Uttar Pradesh Minister Laxmi Narayan Chaudhary said on Sunday and claimed that there is no impact of its alliance with the Congress. The Congress virtually has no public support in the state. As a result, there is no impact of its alliance with the Samajwadi Party, he claimed. Chaudhary, the minister for sugarcane development, said, ''The Samajwadi Party is struggling to save its Mainpuri and Kannauj seats and it will be extremely difficult for the party to save those.'' In Mainpuri, the BJP has fielded UP Minister Jaiveer Singh against Dimple Yadav, the incumbent MP and the wife of Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. Mainpuri goes to the polls in the third phase on May 7. In Kannauj, which goes to the polls in the fourth phase on May 13, the BJP has fielded sitting MP Subrat Pathak. The Samajwadi Party is yet to announce its candidate from the seat. Chaudhary further claimed that the BJP's alliance with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) will prevent the division of about 20 per cent Jat votes as more than 70 per cent people from the community have so far been voting for the saffron party. The minister also asserted that the BJP will sweep western Uttar Pradesh, like it did in previous elections. ''In Mathura, Hema Malini will set a record for victory margin in the state,'' he said. The BJP's Hema Malini is eyeing a third term in the Lok Sabha from Mathura. Owing to the welfare programmes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the administration of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the BJP will register convincing victories in all 80 Lok Sabha seats in the state. Chaudhary admitted that while the poll battle will not be a cakewalk for the party in a few areas due to the caste factor, the BJP will ultimately win the elections on the back of the government's welfare programmes. The minister also lashed out at Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati, saying, ''Her latest trick to give tickets to Muslims is not going to work. I have visited three constituencies of western Uttar Pradesh but did not find any support for the BSP.'' Chaudhary claimed the BJP will also get votes from Muslims after the Centre introduced a law criminalising triple talaq and other welfare programmes. Mathura will vote in the second phase of polling on April 26, alongside Amroha, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Bulandshahr and Aligarh.
Ranchi: At least 14 leaders of the Opposition INDIA bloc, including Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, are expected to attend the 'Ulgulan (uprising) Nyay' rally in Ranchi on Sunday. The main focus of the mega event will be on the arrests of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren by the Enforcement Directorate. Around 5 lakh people are likely to attend the rally at Ranchis Prabhat Tara ground, which is scheduled to commence at around 3 pm. The event has been organized by the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) as a joint show of strength amid the Lok Sabha polls. Sunita Kejriwal and Kalpana Soren, the wives of Arvind Kejriwal and Hemant Soren, are also expected to address the event, along with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Rashtriya Janata Dal supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah. Posters of INDIA bloc leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal, Mamata Banerjee, Hemant Soren and his wife Kalpana Soren, have already been put up at the rally venue. A day before the rally, Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren said, We need to stop the dictatorship and save our democracy and the constitution. Everyone knows what happened in Jharkhand and Delhi. We will expose the dictatorial approach of the Centre at the mega rally. The Chief Minister also said that they got the people's mandate in the name of Hemant Soren, but attempts were made to destabilize his government from the beginning, and finally, he was sent to jail, as reported. Delhi's people also experienced a similar situation. From the dais of Ulgulan rally, we will tell the people of the country about the dictatorship of the Centre, he added. Speaking to the media, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi said, We are together in this fight against BJP's growing autocracy. They are not allowing the opposition to function properly; what they are trying to do is to silence the opposition. We are seeing a high rate of inflation, joblessness and women not getting a safe environment. In the first phase of the election, not many people, but those who have come out to vote have come out to change these people (BJP), who have been showing this dictatorial tendency, she added. Meanwhile, CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury wrote to Kalpana Soren, saying that he would be unable to attend today's rally due to election-related commitments. Firstly, Yechury thanked Kalpana Soren for extending the invitation and said, Unfortunately, I am in the midst of the election campaign in Kerala, where voting is scheduled for April 26. You are surely aware of the importance of Kerala for the CPI(M)... Therefore, I will not be able to attend... In his letter, the CPI(M) General Secretary reiterated that he continued to denounce the detention of Hemant Soren. The CPI(M) will resolutely work for the defeat of the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections in cooperation with all the secular democratic parties of the INDIA bloc. However, Jharkhand BJP president Babulal Marandi criticized the Ranchi rally, saying all those who were against development and Sanatan Dharma are gathering here. Jharkhand would not have been created if there was no BJP government at the Centre. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee created the state on November 15, 2000, after the formation of the BJP-led NDA government in 1999. Only BJP and NDA understood the feelings and sentiments of the tribals and Jharkhand, he said. He alleged that the JMM-led coalition government indulged in corruption for the past four years and looted the state's resources. The 'Ulgulan (uprising) Nyay' rally in Ranchi comes weeks after the March 31 'Loktantra Bachao' rally in Delhi, which was called by top leaders of the Opposition INDIA bloc against the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal. The Delhi rally was attended by PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti; former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray; Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi; Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav; Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut; NCP (SCP) chief Sharad Pawar; and Kalpana Soren, among others. While addressing the rally, Kalpana Soren slammed the BJP and alleged that there were attempts to end democracy by dictatorship forces. She said hate was being spread throughout the country and called on the people to vote for the INDIA bloc to save democracy and your rights. Voters are the most powerful. Two months back, Hemant Soren was arrested. Arvind Kejriwal is in jail for 10 days. Strengthen our alliance by giving us votes. Throw out these dictatorship forces, she added. The Lok Sabha elections in Jharkhand are set to take place in four phases on May 13, 20, 25, and June 1. The state has 28 of the 81 Assembly seats and five of the 14 Lok Sabha constituencies reserved for Scheduled Tribes (STs). The JMM will contest the upcoming polls in alliance with Congress and other parties. As per the seat-sharing agreement, the JMM will contest five seats while the Congress will field its candidates on seven seats out of the total 14 in Jharkhand. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP clinched 11 of the 14 Lok Sabha seats, while the All Jharkhand Students Union party, Congress, and JMM secured one seat each. Earlier this month, the JMM named two of its candidates for the upcoming polls, bringing an end to speculations that Hemant Soren was being fielded against his sister-in-law and BJP candidate Sita Soren from the Dumka seat. The party has instead fielded Nalin Soren from Dumka, while Mathura Mahto will contest from Giridih. Sita Soren, wife of late JMM leader Durga Soren, joined the BJP on March 19. She was given a ticket to contest from Dumka by the party. 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Cong against development, stalled canal project, says Shah
JAIPUR/MATHURA: At a rally in Rajasthans Kota, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday sharply criticized the Congress, branding it as anti-development. Shah was in the town to garner support for Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Had the electorate voted for Congress in 2019, Kota would have been a stronghold for the Popular Front of India (PFI), a banned Islamic outfit. However, due to our support for Prime Minister Modi, the PFI influence has been eradicated, said Shah. He accused the former Ashok Gehlot-led government of hindering the states development. The Gehlot government halted the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) for five years. In contrast, the Bhajan Lal administration advanced the ERCP work within just three months. PM Modi is committed to ensuring water in every village through the ERCP, said the minister. He expressed confidence in the BJP sweeping all seats. All 12 seats contested in the state will be won by Narendra Modi, Shah said. Om Birla has won from Kota twice with a margin of over two lakh votes. He faces Congress Pahlad Gunjal, who recently switched from BJP to Congress. Every vote cast for Om Birla in Kota-Bundi directly supports Modi ji, he added. Earlier, Shah attended a Vijay Sankalp Mahasabha in Bhilwara to support BJPs Damodar Agarwal. Sonia Gandhi aims to make her son Rahul Gandhi the PM, while Modi strives to elevate the nation. Congress politicized Ram Lalla for vote banks, neglecting the true sentiment of the people, he said. Addressing another rally in Mathura in support for party candidate Hema Malini for a third term, Shah said the Congress-SP combined was wiped out in the first phase. The voting in Saharanpur, Bijnor, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Nagina, Moradabad, Rampur and Pilibhit seats took place on Friday. Cong failed to protect national security: Yogi UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conducted a roadshow supporting BJPs CP Joshi from Chittorgarh Lok Sabha constituency. Yogi criticized Congress, saying, During their tenure, terrorists were pampered with biryani. They even questioned Lord Rams existence. Those disrespecting faith and failing to bolster national security shouldnt govern. He also expressed confidence in BJPs victory.
Waterlogging, parking woes major concerns for Southeast Delhi residents
NEW DELHI : Jangpura, a neighborhood in South East Delhi, encompasses the residential areas of Jangpura A and B on either side of Mathura Road, extending westward to Jangpura (Bhogal) and further to Jangpura Extension. The latter stretches along the northern side of the Ring Railway line to the east side of the Defence Colony Flyover on Josip Broz Tito Marg. The Muslim voter percentage is the highest in Jangpura at 16.3%, followed by Punjabis at 11.2%. In 2020, Praveen Kumar of the AAP won the seat by defeating Impreet Singh Bakshi of the BJP with a margin of 16,063 votes. In the last seven major elections, AAP led three times, while the BJP and Congress led twice. In the 2015 election, AAP candidate Praveen Kumar won the seat. In 2013, AAP candidate Maninder Singh won the seat. Prior to that in 2008, Congress won the seat. Major issues concerning the Jangpura assembly include parking facilities, uneven streets, garbage accumulation, sanitation, sewerage in certain areas, noise pollution, and an unhygienic environment. Residents also complain of late-night loud music and the lack of greenery in residential areas. One resident of Jangpura, Apoorva, stated, There are a lot of Paying Guests in my lane and they come at odd timings. It is such a disturbance throughout the night, with vehicles entering the lanes. It is very disturbing. We cant control their timings, but I believe there should be certain restrictions at the entrance after particular timings. Entry and exit of the PGs should be monitored. Meanwhile, addressing the parking issue in Jangpura, Lalit Mehta said, Every now, and then we see people fighting over parking of their cars at a particular spot. If they park their cars at a specific location, they feel that it is their property. Parking issues are a major concern. I really dont know how this issue can be resolved. The concerned agency should be given this charge to handle the parking issue. Waterlogging is another troubling issue in Jangpura. Last year, in July, the PWD received over 200 complaints of waterlogging and rainwater seeping into homes, officials aware of the matter said. Jangpura and neighbouring areas remain inundated as backflow from the Barapullah canal has not allowed the excess rainwater to flow out into the Yamuna, the officials had said.
LS polls an election to decide future of country; Shah
Mathura (UP), (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the ongoing Lok Sabha election is an election to decide the future of the country, in which on one side there are corrupt parties and on the other side there is Narendra Modi, who has not made a single allegation of corruption. During... The post LS polls an election to decide future of country; Shah first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
Lok Sabha elections: Hema Malinis daughters Isha, Ahana visit Mathura to campaign for her
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Congress-SP combine wiped out in first phase: Amit Shah in Mathura
Union Home Minister Amit Shah claimed that the Congress-SP combine was defeated in the first phase of polling in Uttar Pradesh. Polling was held for eight seats, including Saharanpur, Bijnor, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Nagina (reserved), Moradabad, Rampur, and Pilibhit. Speaking at an election rally in support of BJP candidate Hema Malini in Vrindavan, Shah asserted that Congress and SP were wiped out in the first phase. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav claimed a change in the state's atmosphere, stating that people had rejected the BJP after the initial polling.
Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Hema Malini's Daughters Isha, Ahana Visit Mathura To Campaign For Her
BJP candidate Hema Malini's daughters, Isha and Ahana Deol, arrived in Mathura on Saturday to meet youth and garner support for their mother in the Lok Sabha elections.
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Lok Sabha elections: Hema Malini's daughters Isha, Ahana visit Mathura to campaign for her
Lok Sabha elections: Hema Malini's daughters Isha, Ahana visit Mathura to campaign for her Bharatiya Janata Party candidate Hema Malini's daughters, Isha and Ahana Deol, arrived in Mathura on Saturday to meet youth and garner support for their mother in the Lok Sabha elections. The two arrived at the Banke Bihari Temple, where they bowed before Lord Banke Bihari Ji, and sought divine blessings. During their visit, temple priest Abhilash Goswami presented them with the Lord's blessed cloth and 'prasad.' While speaking to ANI, the actress praised the development and preservation efforts in Mathura and Vrindavan. There's so much to say about Mathura, I'm coming here after some time, and there's been so much development. It feels so good here. And the special thing is that along with development, you all have taken care of Vrindavan's alleys, its heritage, you've preserved it well, Isha said. Isha expressed confidence in her mother's victory in the elections, highlighting the support from Mathura's residents. There are so many supporters here who are the residents of Mathura. They want my mother to stay here and win the election from here. They want her to do much more, and it's because of their support that my mom can do all this. So, their support is important, she said. Having concluded their temple visit, Isha and Ahana will next interact with youth in colleges and universities in Mathura. Hema Malini is fielded by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the third consecutive time from the Mathura Lok Sabha seat. From 1991 to 1999, Mathura was the BJP's stronghold four times. In 2004, Mathura went to Congress's account. In 2009, RLD's Jayant Chaudhary became an MP from Mathura. In 2014, the BJP fielded Hema Malini who won. In the 2019 elections, Hema's husband, actor Dharmendra, also campaigned for her and gathered a huge crowd in her favour. Due to the public welfare schemes of the double-engine government, once again in 2019, lotus bloomed in Mathura and Hema Malini became an MP. Uttar Pradesh, which sends the maximum number of MPs, 80, to Parliament, will vote in all seven phases. Voting for phases one and two will be held on April 19 and April 26. Next, the state will once again poll in phases three and four on May 7 and May 13. The Uttar Pradesh electorate will also vote in phases five, six and seven on May 20, May 23 and June 1, respectively. Mathura will poll in the second phase of the general elections on April 26. (ANI)
Travel Destinations: Cheapest weekend trip, visit these places for just Rs 5000
Summer has come. In this season, people get troubled by the high temperature, but in summer, getting out of the high temperature and busy schedule, you can plan to travel somewhere. This will give you rest between work and you can also get relief from the heat by choosing a good place. You can plan a weekend trip in April and May. Weekend trips do not require separate holidays and can be within the budget. In this article, we are talking about some beautiful and thrilling places to visit with less money and less time, where you can visit for less than Rs 5000. In the next slides, learn about the best places to visit on a low budget this summer weekend. Mussoorie, Uttarakhand If you want to go to some cool place in summer, then include hilly areas in your travel list. Uttarakhand is very close to Delhi, where Mussoorie would be a better option to visit this weekend. The lush green valleys and beautiful mountains of Mussoorie will give you peace. Mussoorie is called the queen of hills. This place is also very romantic. You can go to Mussoorie with friends or partners. You can go from Delhi to Mussoorie by train, bus or your car. Less money will be required to stay here, eat, drink, and explore Mussoorie. For just five thousand rupees, you can visit Company Garden, Gun Hill Point, Kempty Fall, Mall Road, etc. in Mussoorie. Kasol, Himachal Pradesh Kasauli is the favorite travel destination of the people in Himachal Pradesh. There are many hill stations in Himachal, where you can go on weekends. You can travel to Kasaul to spend moments of peace amidst natural beauty for less money. Kasol is situated in the Parvati valley. This place is the best place for adventure lovers. You can go from Delhi to Kasauli by bus, the fare of which is around Rs 1000. You can book a room here at low cost. McLeodganj, Himachal Pradesh Apart from Kasol, Mcleodganj is also a good option to visit in Himachal Pradesh. McLeodganj Hill Station is located near Dharamshala, where you can enjoy trekking. Tourists will get to see Tibetan culture at this place. You can also visit the most famous monastery in India. The beauty of Mcleodganj can be enjoyed on a budget of just five thousand. Pachmarhi, Madhya Pradesh You can also go for a holiday to Pachmarhi Hill Station from Delhi. Pachmarhi hill station is located in Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh. You will get to see historical monuments at this hill station. You can explore waterfalls, natural views, caves, forests, etc. The special thing is that you do not need to spend much money on this. You can visit here for just five thousand rupees. Gypsy can be hired to roam in Pachmarhi, the fare of which can be up to Rs 1200. Agra From Delhi, you can go to Agra by bus, train or drive in your car. Here one can visit the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, the Mughal Garden, Akbar's Tomb, etc. Apart from this, there are many historical buildings here. Fatehpur Sikri is also close to here. This weekend you will be able to visit Agra and Mathura for less money. (PC: ISTOCK)
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I Consider Myself Lord Krishna's 'Gopi': BJP's Mathura MP Hema Malini
Actor-turned-politician Hema Malini, contesting the Lok Sabha election from Mathura as a BJP candidate for the third time, said on Wednesday that she considers herself as a gopi of Lord Krishna.
BJP MP Hema Malini compares herself to Lord Krishna's devotee 'gopi' in Mathura
BJP MP Hema Malini compares herself to Lord Krishna's devotee 'gopi' in Mathura Actress-turned-politician Hema Malini, contesting the Lok Sabha election from Mathura as a BJP candidate for the third time, said Wednesday that she considers herself as a ''gopi'' of Lord Krishna. ''I joined politics neither for name nor for fame. I also did not join politics for any materialistic gain,'' the Mathura MP told reporters here. Calling herself ''Gopi of Krishna'', Hema Malini said since Lord Krishna loves the ''Brijwasis'', she thought that he will shower his blessings on her only if she serves them sincerely. ''And I am accordingly serving the Brijwasis,'' she said. She expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president J P Nadda for giving her the opportunity to serve the Brijwasis for the third time from Mathura. She said the development of 'Braj 84 Kos Parikrama', lying in a miserable condition, will be her first priority. ''Efforts will be made to turn Braj 84 Kos Parikrama soothing, alluring and fascinating for the tourists,'' Hema Malini, two-term MP from Mathura, said. She said Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari was kind enough to consider her request and he sanctioned Rs 5,000 crore for the renovation of Braj 84 Kos Parikrama. ''As the DPR (detailed project report) for it has been prepared for Rs 11,000 crore, I will get the rest of the amount sanctioned for an ideal infrastructure so that it provides the needed facilities to the pilgrims and turns attractive and mesmerising for the international tourists,'' she said. Tourism will open the gates for employment to the locals, she said. Her second priority will be to work towards cleaning the Yamuna river, she said. Hema Malini claimed to have raised a question in Parliament about the pollution of the Ganga and the Yamuna rivers even before the Namami Gange project was launched. She said ever since Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Adityanath Yogi has taken interest in the Namami Gange project, the Ganga water has turned transparent and pollution-free at Prayagraj. But the Delhi government did not take interest in solving the pollution problem of the Yamuna river and the holy river remains polluted in Mathura, she alleged. According to the Mathura MP, without cleaning the Yamuna in Delhi and Haryana, the dream of a clean Yamuna in Mathura can not be translated into reality. At present, the Yamunotri water is used by Delhi and Haryana and drain water of both the states is discharged into the Yamuna, Hema Malini said, adding that she will make every effort for a clean Yamuna. Expressing her gratitude to Yogi, she said he formed the UP Braj Tirth Vikas Parishad at her behest when his attention was drawn towards the need for the development of Mathura. It included Sant Gram (a village for the saints) in Vrindavan, renovation of kunds, Raskhan Samadhi, Sur (Surdas') Sadhana Sthali at Parasauli and Govardhan Parikrama. Much work including renovation of Raskhan Samadhi, Sur Sadhana Sthali and Govardhan Parikrama has been accomplished. Though work on other projects is in progress, it is on a slow speed due to encroachments, she said. Hema Malini thanked Yogi also for the declaration of Vrindavan, Barsana, Nandgaon, Govardhan, Gokul, Mathura and Baldeo as ''teerth sthals'' (pilgrimages) on her request. Her other priorities will be elevated broad gauge rail line between Mathura junction, connecting the holy city of Vrindavan with Aligarh, construction of a double line rail track between Mathura and Kasganj, replacing hard potable water with the Ganga river water and opening a central university that ultimately will pave the way for youths to succeed in the competitive examinations.
Shobha Yatra Turns Hyderabad Saffron
Hyderabad: The Srirama Shobha Yatra took to the streets on Wednesday, engaging thousands of devotees adorned in saffron and chanting Jai Sri Ram amid blaring songs and lights. The procession, marked by colossal statues of Lord Rama. The procession began at Aakashpuri Hanuman temple and traversed through the heart of Mangalhat, Puranapool, Jumerat Bazar, Begum Bazar, Siddiamber Bazar, Gowliguda, and Koti, eventually coming to a halt at Ramkotes Hanuman Vyayam Shala. BJP MLA Raja Singh initiated the procession from the temple with loud music and singing, along with heated comments, sparking debates. Beginning at 3 pm, the procession went on until 11.30 pm. Addressing his followers at Begum Bazaar Chatri, Raja Singh said, Never in my lifetime I thought I'd see the temple of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, and never in my lifetime I thought I'd see Article 370 being revoked. It is the power of bhagwa (saffron). Every time bhagwa is waved, the mightiest of the mountains crumble, the chests of the anti-national explode, and anti-Hindu powers scramble like rats. He further said We were asking for three temples. But these Ram-haters, these Krishna-haters and Shiva-haters did not give us that. But we still fought and got one temple. We have taken Ayodhya. Now, we will take Kashi, and we will take Mathura. We are so happy that we got the Ayodhya temple. We still have to make India the Hindu Rashtra we dreamt of. We will make our country a powerful Hindu nation and show you what true happiness of a Hindu follower is, he added The vibrant procession was adorned with decorations and banners, along with Lord Ramas pandals at every corner, evoking a sense of spiritual fervour. Devotees held saffron flags and took to the streets. As the procession wound its way through the bustling streets, the chorus of Jai Shri Ram'' echoed all around. From children to elders, devotees moved along the route, offering prayers to the idols kept at every corner. Many also distributed water, buttermilk, energy juices, soft drinks, ice creams and meals to devotees. Neel Sharma, a devotee distributing water, said they do this every year and celebrate the festival. It gives us a lot of joy and happiness to do this, and we will continue to do so, he said. The police took rigid security measures to keep the entire procession free of any religious riots or turmoils. Hyderabad police joint commissioner IPS Vikram Singh Mann spoke to Deccan Chronicle and said We have officers at every step of the procession, and are on high alert for any disturbance. We will make sure everything goes peacefully. The procession diffused at the Hanuman Vyayam Shala at 11.30 pm, with a puja at the temple.
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Sarita Vihar flyover to remain closed for repairs from May 1 to June 30
NEW DELHI: The Sarita Vihar flyover is set to undergo significant repair and expansion work, leading to the closure of carriageways for 60 days, starting May 1 till June 30, according to the Public Works Department (PWD). This decision comes after earlier renovation plans were postponed in 2023. The project, divided into four phases, aims to address crucial expansion joint and repair work to ensure the flyovers structural integrity. Constructed in 2001, the flyover has been deemed in urgent need of repair after a structural audit was conducted by the PWD. Approval for the project was obtained from the traffic police. While the repair is done, commuters travelling from Mathura Road to Delhi-Faridabad via the flyover can expect increased traffic congestion. However, the PWD has assured that one carriageway will remain open for vehicular movement during the phases of repair works, minimizing disruption. The work will progress in phases, with half lane of the carriageway open for traffic at all times, sources said. The repair schedule involves the first and second phases focusing on the flyover portion from Ashram to Badarpur, while the third and fourth phases will address the stretch from Badarpur to Ashram. In preparation for the closure, the Delhi traffic police have issued a traffic advisory, urging commuters to seek alternative routes to avoid congestion. Additionally, heavy and commercial vehicles travelling on Mathura Road towards the Sarita Vihar flyover will face restrictions to ensure smooth traffic flow. Commuters travelling from Ashram on Mathura Road towards Badarpur and Faridabad are advised to use Road No. 13A from the slip road of the Sarita Vihar flyover, followed by a U-turn from Road No. 13A to reach Mathura Road.
The Election Commission (EC) has imposed a 48-hour campaign ban on Congress leader Randeep Surjewala for his comments on Hema Malini. The EC had previously issued a notice to Surjewala for his derogatory remarks against BJP's Mathura candidate.
Stay on court-monitored survey of Shahi Idgah mosque complex extended
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court, on Monday, once again extended the interim stay on the Allahabad High Court order appointing a commission to inspect the Shahi Idgah Mosque situated adjacent to the Krishna Janmabhoomi at Mathura in Uttar Pradesh. A two-judge bench, led by Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta, listed the matter for further hearing in August. It directed that the interim orders will continue till then. All interim orders will continue. Re-list the matters in the week commencing August 5, the bench ordered. It was hearing the pleas related to Krishna Janmabhoomis dispute with the Shahi Idgah Masjid. The Shahi Idgah Masjid Committee has filed a batch of petitions challenging the Allahabad HC order appointing a commission to inspect the mosque. In its earlier order, the apex court had rejected an appeal filed by the mosque committee challenging the Allahabad HC order to consolidate 15 suits concerning the Krishna Janmabhoomi against the Shahi Idgah Masjid dispute. Notably, in May 2023, the Allahabad court transferred all the suits about the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah Masjid dispute to itself, forcing the mosque committee to move the top court challenging the order. The committee had moved the top court, objecting to the HCs consolidation of 15 cases about the dispute for joint hearings. The SC ruled that the jurisdiction of this matter lies solely within the purview of the High Court. A number of separate petitions were filed in lower courts in Mathura. The petitions sought the removal of the Shahi Idgah Masjid from the 13.37-acre complex, which it shares with the Katra Keshav Dev temple. The petitioner, the Hindu side, has claimed that the Shahi Idgah mosque holds signs that suggest that it was a Hindu temple once.
BENGALURU: Coming under sharp criticism for his remarks that rural women have lost their way, or gone astray, because of the Congress governments guarantee schemes, former CM HD Kumaraswamy on Monday expressed regret. Addressing a joint press conference with activist Girijamma, Akhila Bharata Karmika Hitarakshne Vedike president, Kumaraswamy apologised for his statement. I am sorry if my statement has hurt mothers. I have not insulted women, and have never done it in the past... My prestige is not at stake because I am expressing regret. I want to ask the mothers of the state: They (Congress government) give you Rs 2,000 and pick Rs 5,000 from the pockets of your husbands. I have told mothers to be careful about this and suggest they get stronger financially, he said. Kumaraswamy had made the controversial statement at Turuvekere in Tumakuru constituency on Saturday, sparking a row. In his defence, he raked up comments made by other politicians, notably former assembly Speaker K R Ramesh Kumars alleged vulgar remarks about women in the assembly, and Danavagere MLA Shamanuru Shivashankarappas comment that BJP candidate Gayathri Siddeshwara was fit to remain in the kitchen. Girijamma said she had lodged a complaint against Surjewala and Shivashankarappa with the State Womens Commission. Kumaraswamy also brought up AICC general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewalas comment about Mathura BJP MP and actor Hema Malini, and Congress leader Supriya Shrinates social media post about Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) BJP candidate and actor Kangana Ranaut. Surjewalas comment on why Hema Malini was elected had got him a notice from the ECI. Congress approaches ECI The Congress approached the ECI against Kumaraswamy, terming his statement was intentional and had outraged the modesty of women. His intention is to woo male voters in favour of BJP and JDS candidates in all 28 parliamentary constituencies, alleged KPCC vice-president V S Ugrappa.
SC extends Mathura Idgah survey stay but HC land suit trial to go on
The Supreme Court extended its stay on the Allahabad High Court's direction to appoint a commission to survey the Shahi Idgah mosque in Mathura, near Krishna Janmabhoomi. The Committee of Management Trust of Shahi Masjid Idgah filed a petition against the HC order, challenging the transfer of civil suits and the directive for a survey.
Krishna Janmabhoomi: Top Court extends pause on survey of Mathura Idgah complex
Krishna Janmabhoomi Top Court extends pause on survey of Mathura Idgah complex
SC extends stay on court-monitored survey of Shahi Idgah mosque complex in Mathura
Supreme Court extends stay on Allahabad High Court order regarding Shahi Idgah mosque near Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. Hearing on mosque management committee petitions rescheduled to week starting August 5, with interim orders to continue and challenges to suits' maintainability under CPC discussed.
The Supreme Court once again extended its stay on the Allahabad High Court December 14 order directing survey of Shahi Eidgah mosque attributing the Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. The court also postponed to August 2024 a batch of pleas against the orders passed by the High Court. A bench comprising Justice Sanjiv Khanna and []
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EC's novel initiative to increase voter turnout in UP: Polling stations in housing societies
EC's novel initiative to increase voter turnout in UP: Polling stations in housing societies The Election Commission of India has set up more than 200 polling stations within housing societies in the urban areas of Uttar Pradesh to increase the voter turnout in the politically crucial state. In an interview with PTI, state's Chief Electoral Officer Navdeep Rinwa said the poll body is targeting urban areas that have registered a low voter turnout in the past and expressed that Uttar Pradesh will secure the first position as far as voting percentage is concerned. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the voting percentage in Uttar Pradesh was a tepid 59.11 per cent. ''We have taken a number of important steps to ensure that all kinds of barriers that prevent voters from casting votes are removed. We have ensured that the polling station is located within a two-kilometre radius of every voter. ''Also in urban areas, we have undertaken a new initiative of setting up polling stations within gated communities and multi-storeyed housing societies where there has been a low voter turnout in the past,'' Rinwa told PTI. The senior official said 200-plus polling booths have been set up across the state, with Noida taking the lead. ''Uttar Pradesh has the maximum number of such polling stations and Noida has taken the lead in this regard. Ghaziabad, Lucknow, Kanpur, Bareilly and even Mathura will have such polling stations,'' Rinwa said. Asked if the polling percentage in Uttar Pradesh will exceed 60 per cent this time, the CEO said, ''I am confident that UP voters will score the first division and pass with flying colours.'' Rinwa highlighted that SVEEP (Systematic Voter's Education and Electoral Participation) activities are also ongoing in the state. SVEEP is a flagship programme of the Election Commission for voter education, spreading voter awareness and promoting voter literacy. On the tepid voter turnout in 2019, Rinwa said, ''To find out the reasons, we have taken a bottoms-up approach for each assembly constituency. ''We have asked the EROs (electoral registration officers) and DMs (district magistrates) to prepare a Turnout Implementation Plan (TIP) -- an initiative of the ECI -- to identify the reasons for the low turnout in each assembly constituency and polling station. This is happening for the first time in the country,'' Rinwa said. Rinwa said, this time, more than 15.30 crore people across Uttar Pradesh would be exercising their franchise and the voting will be held from 7 am to 6 pm -- except in two assembly constituencies of Sonbhadra district, as it was earlier affected by Left Wing Extremism. Sonbhadra shares its boundaries with Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. ''Keeping this in mind, the polling timing of 7 am to 4 pm has been proposed to the ECI. The ECI is yet to approve the timing, as it is done phase-wise,'' he said. Robertsganj (SC) Lok Sabha seat in Sonbhadra will go to polls in the seventh phase on June 1. Asked about the challenges in implementing 'One Nation, One Election' in a state like Uttar Pradesh, Rinwa said, ''There will be no problems if we have the necessary infrastructure, mainly, sufficient number of EVMs.'' ''We have over 1.62 lakh polling stations... if 'One Nation, One Election' is implemented, a minimum of 3.24 lakh EVMs will be needed, one for LS polls, and one for assembly polls,'' he added. The official further said the weather in April and May will be hot, and it might discourage the voters from coming out. ''Keeping this in mind, we have asked our DEOs (district election officers) to ensure clean drinking water at polling stations and shade for the voters standing in queues. ''We have also asked for some furniture for senior citizens, pregnant women and physically challenged voters,'' Rinwa said. Rinwa said the people have been advised to use the early morning hours to cast their vote to avoid the afternoon sun. On steps taken by the ECI to ensure that the polling staff also remains physically and medically fit during the election period, the UP CEO said, ''We will provide medical kits to all the polling teams, along with a list of do's and don'ts.'' On the challenges faced by the poll body, the official said, ''In UP and Bihar, there are a number of voters in the voters' list, who do not exist. This happens as people do not file Form 7 to get their names deleted.'' ''In the recent special summary revision, we have taken a number of steps to ensure that our voter list is clean,'' he added. Form 7 has to be filed in case of the death of a voter, shifting to a different constituency, and duplication of a voters identity among other reasons.
Uttar Pradesh: RLD Chief Jayant in, yet Jats play hardball to BJP
LUCKNOW : Two days before voting in the 2022 assembly elections in western UP, Union home minister Amit Shah made an unprecedented move. Along with hundreds of BJP workers, he went door-to-door seeking support from voters, especially Jats, for party candidates. This happened immediately after the BJPs failed discussions for a pre-poll alliance with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) led by Jayant Chaudhary, a significant Jat leader and the grandson of former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh. Jayant opted to stay aligned with the SP and famously declared, Main koi chavanni nahin jo palat jaoon (I am not a coin that flips). Cut to February 2024. Two months before the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conferred Bharat Ratna on Charan Singh. And Jayant reacted to this saying: Dil Jeet Liya (won hearts). Thus the RLD chief was won over. Solving the Jat puzzle was a major strategic win for the BJP, as it facilitated their entry into the political landscape of UPs Wild West in the lead-up to the election. Jats form just 2% of UPs electorate. Nonetheless, political analysts say the influence of Jats stems from their concentration in a dozen districts of western UP, where they make up 20-25% of the voting population. The influence of the Jat factor is palpable as the BJP, which continues to reign supreme in the state since 2014, has now joined hands with the RLD, the party that is perceived to advocate for the Jat community. The Jats are primarily farmers and wield significant economic influence in the region. The extent of Jat influence on votes is evident from the 2009 polls, where the BJP secured only three seats in western UP while RLD (then a minor partner of NDA), won five seats due to support from Jats. On the other hand, experts note that in the 2014 polls, held in the aftermath of the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots, Jats were polarised in favour of the BJP, resulting in a sweeping victory for the saffron party in the region. This trend continued in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. However, alarm bells rang for the BJP in the 2022 Assembly polls when Jats were divided between their loyalty to Jayant, who was an ally of the SP, and the BJP. And the community drifted away from the BJP over the Centres controversial farm laws. Although the three farm laws were withdrawn before the polls, the damage was already done. The BJPs loss translated into RLDs victory. It resulted in a jump in RLDs vote share, with the number of seats going up from one in 2017 to eight in 2022. It was no wonder that the BJP brass went on an overdrive to lure Jayant, despite opposition from partys Jat leaders. The thinking was that with RLD by our side, whatever discontent among farmers is remaining would go away, and Jats will have no dilemma over which camp to support, said a senior BJP leader. Jats wield a lot of influence in society because of their dominant social status. Their firepower is beyond their own community, he said. Economic influence The Jats are primarily farmers and wield significant economic influence in the region. The extent of Jat influence on votes is evident from the 2009 polls, where the BJP secured only three seats in western UP while RLD (then a minor partner of NDA), won five seats due to support from Jats. However, experts note that in 2014 polls, held in aftermath of the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots, Jats were polarised in favour of the BJP, resulting in its sweeping victory The J Factor The communitys influence and importance is palpable as BJP has joined hands with RLD a party that is perceived to advocate for the Jats Jats comprise around 2% of UPs population Around a dozen LS constituencies of west UP have up to 20-25% of Jat population Their strong social status influences other caste groups They are farmers, majority being cane growers They are in good numbers in Baghpat, Mathura, Fatehpur Sikri, Muzaffarnagar, Aligarh, Kairana, Amroha, Bijnor, Hathras.
Cracking the Jat code: BJP's strategic courting of RLD and what it means in western Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW: Two days before voting in the 2022 state elections in western Uttar Pradesh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah made an unprecedented move. Alongside hundreds of BJP workers, he went door-to-door, seeking support from voters, particularly Jats, in favour of BJP candidates. This occurred immediately after the saffron party's failed discussions for a pre-poll alliance with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), led by Jayant Chaudhary, a significant Jat leader and the grandson of former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. Jayant opted to stay aligned with the Samajwadi Party and famously declared, Main koi chavanni nahin jo palat jaoon (I am not a coin that flips). Cut to Feb 2024. Two months before the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conferred Bharat Ratna on former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh. And Jayant reacted to this saying: Dil Jeet Liya (won hearts). Long story short, the BJP had won Jayant's heart as well as the Jat votes. Solving the Jat puzzle was a major strategic win for the saffron party, as it facilitated their entry into the challenging political landscape of Uttar Pradesh's Wild West in the lead-up to the election. The Jats constitute a mere 2 percent of Uttar Pradesh's voters . Nonetheless, political analysts say the influence of Jats stems from their concentration in approximately a dozen districts of western UP, where they make up 2025 percent of the total voting population. The influence of the 'Jat factor' is palpable as the BJPwhich continues to reign supreme in the state since 2014has now joined hands with the RLD, the party that is perceived to advocate for the Jat community. This is despite always having kept the 'Jat card' in their back pockets and managing to pull it in UP right around elections. The importance of being Akhilesh Yadav in this Lok Sabha election Bumpy roads ahead of BJPs Mission 80 The Jats are primarily farmers and wield significant economic influence in the region because of their financial muscles. The extent of Jat influence on votes is evident from the 2009 polls, where a national party like the BJP secured only three seats in western UP while a relatively smaller party, RLD (then a minor partner of the NDA), won five seats due to unflinching support from the community. On the other hand, experts note that in the 2014 polls, which occurred in the aftermath of the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots, Jats were entirely polarised in favour of the BJP, resulting in a sweeping victory for the saffron party in the region. This trend continued even in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. However, alarm bells rang for the BJP in the 2022 Assembly polls when the Jats were divided between their loyalty to their leader Jayant, who was part of the SP coalition, and the BJP. And the farmer-dominant community drifted away from the BJP over the Union government's controversial farm laws. Although the three farm laws were withdrawn before the polls, the damage was already done. The BJP's loss translated into the RLD's victory. It resulted in a sharp jump in RLD's vote share, with the number of seats going up from one in 2017 to eight in 2022. It was no wonder that the BJP brass went ahead in an overdrive to lure Jayant, despite strong opposition from the party's own Jat leaders. The thinking was that with RLD by our side, whatever discontent among farmers is remaining would also go away, and Jats will have no dilemma over which camp to support, said a senior BJP functionary. Their overall number may be small, but their concentration in the sugar belt makes them formidable in the western region. Jats wield a lot of influence in society because of their dominant social status. Therefore, their firepower goes much beyond their own community, added the BJP leader. Top Lok Sabha constituencies with large Jat voter base Baghpat: 4 lakh Mathura: 2.15 lakh Fatehpur Sikri: 2.1 lakh Kairana: 1.75 lakh Amroha: 1.70 lakh Parties vie for a pie in Muslim votes spread across two dozen seats Mixed feelings for Gandhis in UPs rice bowl
'Jat factor' and love-hate relationship of BJP, RLD in western Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW: The Jats constitute a mere 2 percent of Uttar Pradesh's vote share . Nonetheless, their significant presence across a dozen districts in western Uttar Pradesh renders them a potent force in the region's political landscape, assert political analysts. The influence of the 'Jat factor' is palpable as the BJPwhich continues to reign supreme in the state since 2014is currently allying with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), the party that is perceived to advocate for the Jat community. Solving the Jat puzzle was a major strategic win for the saffron party, as it facilitated their entry into the challenging political landscape of Uttar Pradesh's Wild West in the lead-up to the election. Over the years, it has always kept the 'Jat card' in their back pockets and managed to pull it in UP right around elections. The importance of being Akhilesh Yadav in this Lok Sabha election Yet this time, the saffron party rushed to ally with the RLD chief, Jayant Chaudhary, who had just quit the alliance with the Samajwadi Party. A happy Amit Shah, along with hundreds of other BJP workers, were busy carrying out door-to-door campaigns with their new partners and seeking votes, especially those of Jats. And in February, two months before the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conferred Bharat Ratna on former Prime Minister Chaudary Charan Singh, also the grandfather of Jayant Singh. And Jayant reacted to this saying: Dil Jeet Liya (won hearts). Long story short, the BJP had won Jayant's heart as well as the Jat votes. Jats, who are primarily farmers, are economically influential in their regions. The Jat influence on votes can be gauged by the fact that in the 2009 polls, while a national party like the BJP managed to secure just three seats in West UP, a relatively smaller party, RLD (then a minor partner of the NDA), won five seats. Parties vie for a pie in Muslim votes spread across two dozen seats In the 2014 polls, held in the aftermath of the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots, Jats were completely polarised and were in favour of the BJP, marking an absolute victory for them, according to experts. This trend continued even in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. However, alarm bells rang for the BJP in the 2022 Assembly polls when the Jats were divided between their loyalty to their leader Jayant (who was part of the SP coalition) and the BJP. The predominantly farmer community mainly drifted away from the BJP over the party's controversial farm laws. Although the three farm laws were withdrawn before the polls, the damage was already done. The BJP's loss translated into the RLD's victory. It resulted in a sharp jump in RLD's vote share, with the number of seats going up from one in 2017 to eight in 2022. It was no wonder that the BJP brass went ahead in an overdrive to lure Jayant, despite strong opposition from the party's own Jat leaders. The thinking was that with RLD by our side, whatever discontent among farmers is remaining would also go away, and Jats will have no dilemma over which camp to support, said a senior BJP functionary. Their overall number may be small, but their concentration in the sugar belt makes them formidable in the western region. Jats wield a lot of influence in society because of their dominant social status. Therefore, their firepower goes much beyond their own community, added the BJP leader. Top 5 LS constituencies with large Jat population Baghpat: 4 lakh Mathura: 2.15 lakh Fatehpur Sikri: 2.1 lakh Kairana: 1.75 lakh Amroha: 1.70 lakh Bumpy roads ahead of BJPs Mission 80 Mixed feelings for Gandhis in UPs rice bowl
Telangana: BJP MP D Arvind talks about Gyanvapi, Idgah mosques in Nizamabad
Hyderabad: As part of his election campaign in Jagtial town on Friday, April 12 and during a Chai Pe Charcha programme, Nizamabad BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind has informed the people that just like the Gyanvapi mosque in Kashi, a Dargah was built in Lord Krishnas birthplace Mathura, which will be contested in the court. By 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 .
Hema Malini Poses With Women Working In Fields While Campaigning
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Hema Malini joins women harvesting wheat in Mathura
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'Dream girl' Hema Malini becomes 'Mother India' as she harvests wheat ahead of Lok Sabha polls
With around 35 per cent of its voters belonging to the Jat community, Mathura presents Hema Malini as the frontrunner for the constituency. Additionally, the BJP has secured the support of Rashtriya Lok Dal's Jayant Chaudhary for the upcoming elections.
Pics: Hema Malini Lends Hand To Women Working In Fields While Campaigning
BJP MP and candidate of Mathura constituency, Hema Malini, who has been busy campaigning for Lok Sabha Polls, recently visited a wheat field in Uttar Pradesh.
Give 'katora' instead of votes to BJP: BSP leader Akash Anand to voters
Give 'katora' instead of votes to BJP: BSP leader Akash Anand to voters Attacking the BJP, Bahujan Samaj Party national coordinator Akash Anand on Thursday asked the voters to give ''katora'' (bowl) to the BJP in the name of votes. Addressing an election rally in support of BSP candidate Suresh Singh, Anand said, ''The BJP government has done nothing on the issues of education, employment and inflation. It has only handed you (voters) a 'katora' (bowl). So this time the people should also give them a bowl in the name of votes.'' Voting will take place in Mathura on April 26. The BJP has again fielded Bollywood actor Hema Malini from this seat. While advising the voters, Anand said, ''If they (BJP) try to force religion on you, tell them that if our children are hungry, we are not concerned with religion. Our first religion is our employment and education.'' He said the papers get leaked every day and the government gets an excuse to cancel the jobs which disappoints the youth. ''This time when they ask for votes, give them a bowl. Tell them that our vote is with our Mayawati. Ask them how much employment they have provided in 10 years,'' he said. Anand cautioned the party cadre to remain alert from those who talk against Mayawati. ''Those who talk against her (Mayawati) is against the movement. Those who are against Mayawati are against Kanshiram, Ambedkar, BSP and the Constitution,'' he said. On Samajwadi Party (SP), he said, ''These people come to you donning the red cap but this time you remain alert from them. Get the 'cycle' (SP's election symbol) punctured.'' He said the Congress used to befool the people showing their 'hand' and in past 60 year they only committed atrocities on 'Bahujan samaj'.
BJP's Mathura LS poll candidate Hema Malini meets RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary
BJP's Mathura LS poll candidate Hema Malini meets RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary Hema Malini, BJP candidate from Mathura Lok Sabha constituency, met with Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) chief Jayant Chaudhary here on Thursday. The meeting assumes significance as around 35 per cent of voters of the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency are from the Jat community, the main support base of the RLD. Today was the first meeting with Jayant Chaudhary. I also got a chance to address his office bearers and party workers. It was very good, Hema Malini said in her brief reply to the reporters after the meeting. Jayant Chaudhary was recently switched over from the INDIA bloc to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). His switchover is considered to be beneficial for the actor-turned-politician who has been fielded by the BJP from the constituency for the third consecutive time. Mathura Lok Sabha seat is very important for the Bharatiya Janata Party and the party looks forward to retaining its hold on this seat. People of Mathura consider Hema Malini, who is the wife of actor Dharmendra Deol, as Jat's daughter-in-law. Mathura, situated on the banks of Yamuna, is a Jat-dominated area with about 35 per cent Jat voters. Elections were held on the Mathura seat 17 times, in which candidates from the Jat community were victorious 12 times. From 1991 to 1999, Mathura was the BJP's stronghold four times. In 2004, Mathura went to Congress's account. In 2009, RLD's Jayant Chaudhary became an MP from Mathura. In 2014, the BJP fielded Hema Malini who won. In the 2019 elections, Hema's husband, actor Dharmendra, also campaigned for her and gathered a huge crowd in her favour. Due to the public welfare schemes of the double-engine government, once again in 2019, lotus bloomed in Mathura and Hema Malini became an MP.Hema Malini remained active in both her tenures. Political experts believe that after RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary joins the NDA, BJP will not only be helped in getting Jat voters in Mathura and parts of western UP, but BJP will also get the benefit in Haryana and other places. Interestingly, Hema defeated Jayant by more than 3 lakh votes in the Mathura seat in 2014. Uttar Pradesh, which sends the maximum number of MPs, 80, to Parliament, will vote in all seven phases.Voting for phases one and two will be held on April 19 and April 26. Next, the state will once again poll in phases three and four on May 7 and May 13. The Uttar Pradesh electorate will also vote in phases five, six and seven on May 20, May 23 and June 1, respectively. Mathura will poll in the second phase of the general elections on April 26. The general elections for 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held in seven phases, with the first scheduled for April 19. The counting of votes has been scheduled for June 4. (ANI)
BJPs Mathura LS poll candidate Hema Malini meets RLD chief Jayant Chaudhary
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2 HPCL officials booked for theft of petroleum products
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One Among The Passengers: This Mathura Station's 'Sleeping' Thief Has A Unique Style To Steal
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Religious tourism sees a surge in Uttar Pradesh ahead of festivals
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36 Hospitalised In UP's Mathura After Having Food Made Of Buckwheat Flour: Cops
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No riots, curfews in UP during my tenure: CM Adityanath
No riots, curfews in UP during my tenure: CM Adityanath Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the previous governments in Uttar Pradesh gave patronage to those who created anarchy while there have been no riots or curfews during his seven-year tenure in the state. Addressing an election rally in support of Jitendra Singh, the BJP candidate from the Udhampur-Kathua Lok Sabha constituency, Adityanath urged the people to vote for the saffron party, crediting the sitting MP for advancing the region's development. He also described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a modern-day architect of India's progress and attributed the nation's achievements to his leadership. ''There was anarchy in Uttar Pradesh under the patronage of previous governments and curfews and riots a regular affair. During my tenure of seven years as chief minister of UP, there were no riots or curfews,'' Adityanath said. Now, the annual 'Kavad Yatra' takes place in a free atmosphere and ''UP is the country's first state where loudspeakers have been removed from religious sites'', the chief minister said, adding people want peace and development. Adityanath said Ayodhya, Mathura and Vrindavan are models of how faith needs to be respected and asked people to especially visit Ayodhya -- where a grand Ram Temple was inaugurated by Modi on January 22. He said there was a ''sense of security'' among the people of Uttar Pradesh and if anyone does any mischief, the person is immediately taken to task. Adityanath highlighted the changes that have taken place in the state ever since the BJP-led government came to power and said earlier, Hindus hesitated to embrace their beliefs and heritage but that has changed. ''People used to hesitate to call themselves Hindus. They were afraid to take the name of Ayodhya. When I became the chief minister in 2017, people questioned my visit to Ayodhya. I was told that some sections might get angry but we held festivals there,'' he said. Adityanath highlighted the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, contrasting the proactive approach of his government with what he described as the Congress' dismissive stance towards Hinduism. ''If a good government is formed, it ends the long wait of 500 years. Today, a big Ram Mandir has been constructed in Ayodhya. Could the Congress have done it? The Congress used to say there is no Ram, no Krishna. Those who were accidental Hindus used to question the existence of Ram and Krishna. It was the biggest insult to our faith. How they tried to insult our faith by negating our deities,'' he said. The chief minister credited the Modi government for ''bolstering'' national security and propelling India to new heights of development, leading to its emergence as the world's fifth-largest economy. ''We have ensured the security of this country and taken it to new heights of development. The entire country knows about the development work taking place. India has surpassed Britain, who occupied us for years, to become the fifth biggest economy in the world,'' he said. However, he also cautioned people against falling for ''divisive tactics'' and urged them to prioritise the nation's future over caste, creed or region. ''It is important to vote in support of Dr Jitendra Singh who is contesting for the third time. Based on the development done during the last 10 years, Modi ji has sought the people's mandate again to make India the third largest economy in the world. ''The credit for the development of India goes to Modi ji. He is the modern-day architect of India,'' he said. He also expressed gratitude towards the people of the country for choosing the BJP. ''Ram Mandir has been built in Ayodhya, India has become a big economy, there is a sense of security among the people, development projects are taking place, while schemes for the poor and marginalized have been launched. ''The credit goes to you also because you gave him (Modi) your vote and the command of this country,'' he said.
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NDTV Election Carnival: Hema Malini Counters Congress' Outsider Attack In Mathura
Her 10-year record as Mathura MP has turned her into a rijwasi, actor-politician Hema Malini told NDTV today in a rebuttal to her Congress rival's outsider charge in the run-up to Lok Sabha polls. Mukesh Dhangar, the Congress's candidate in the temple town, has said this election is a contest between rijwasi -- used to refer to Mathura residents -- and pravasi (outsider). Responding to the barb during an exclusive interview with NDTV, Ms Malini said, I have become a brijwasi in 10 years. I am a brijwasi anyway because I am a devotee of Lord Krishna. I am proud of the work that I have done here. I am from here.
If You Consider Me Outsider...: Hema Malini Counters Congress Attack
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CM Yogi Adityanath Expresses Strong Confidence in BJP's Victory in Lok Sabha Elections
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Sexist slurs against women politicians are back
New Delhi: Elections are open season for targeting women politicians, a familiar pan-party, pan-country sexist sub-text again in play in Election 2024 with BJPs star candidates Hema Malini and Kangana Ranaut, and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee early targets. On Thursday, Congress leader Randeep Surjewala was in the dock for a derogatory remark against Malini that invited the fury of her party and its leaders and prompted the National Commission for Women to move the Election Commission against him. The comment at a rally in Haryana late last month stirred a massive political row with the BJP alleging the opposition party had touched a new low with its vile, sexist comment and the Congress leader stating he had also said in the same video that Malini is respected a lot because she is married to Dharmendra ji and is our bahu. Regardless of the apology, the BJPs two-term MP from Mathura was at the centre of debate with the almost casual reference in the speech objectifying her status as a star, wife and as daughter-in-law and corralling her identity. Many years ago, she was the subject of another offensive analogy when RJD chief Lalu Yadav claimed he would make Bihars road as smooth as her cheeks. And it's not only between rivals, even inside political parties all women politicians face sexism from their male colleagues. You can ask any woman politician and she will tell you the same, womens rights activist Ranjana Kumari told PTI. Gender parity and pluralism, added Sushila Ramaswamy, political science professor at Delhi Universitys Jesus and Mary College, which are essential to modern society are still nascent and uneven in India. Women representation is far less than many other democracies. The few women that are there are from privileged and well connected families, she added. Before Surjewala, his partys leaders Supriya Shrinate and H S Ahir found themselves in trouble over posts linking Ranaut and her constituency Mandi on their social media handles. Shrinate removed the offensive comment saying they were not posted by her. Besides, Congress Karnataka MLA Shamanur Shivashankarappa said about BJPs Gayathri Siddeshwara that she was only fit to cook. And BJPs Dilip Ghosh issued an apology for a comment on Banerjees parentage. The Election Commission issued notice to Shrinate and Ghosh but the course, it seemed, was set for this election season just as it had in earlier ones, In what is an unfortunate refrain, towering figures in Indian politics, including Sonia Gandhi, Mayawati, Mamata Banerjee, Smriti Irani, Jaya Prada, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, have all been targets of the sexist side of politics at one point or another. The recent incident involving the Queen actor was a haunting reminder of Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khans crass comment on BJP leader and his former colleague Jaya Prada in 2019. At a campaign rally in Uttar Pradeshs Rampur in August 2019, Khan said, I brought her (Jaya Prada) to Rampur. You are a witness that I did not allow anyone to touch her body. It took you 17 years to identify her real face but I got to know in 17 days that she wears khaki underwear. Discussing misogyny in Indian politics, women rights activist Ranjana Kumari said it is a common mindset to run a woman down by commenting on her body. She added that while women perpetrators in such cases tend to apologise eventually, men seldom do so. Similar incidents were witnessed during the 2019 general elections when political heavyweights targeted their female rivals with distasteful remarks that would be termed nothing but misogynistic in the contemporary political narrative. Then Union minister Ashwini Choubey advised former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi to stay behind her ghoonghat (veil). And another BJP leader, Vinay Katiyar, reportedly asked whether Congress leader Sonia Gandhi would be able to give proof to Rahul Gandhi that his father was Rajiv Gandhi.. Katiyar had also targeted Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, saying there were already much more beautiful star campaigners in politics. The same year, actor-turned-politician Urmila Matondkar became a target of sexist remarks as BJPs Gopal Shetty said that she had been given a ticket because of her looks. BSP supremo Mayawati has also been the target of remarks as vile as being called worse than a prostitute by BJPs Dayashankar Singh in 2016, who alleged that the Dalit leader sold tickets in exchange for money. The comment by then BJPs Uttar Pradesh vice president resulted in his party colleagues like Keshav Prasad Maurya and Arun Jaitley apologising to Mayawati in Parliament. In 2022, police registered a case against Congress leader Ajay Rai for a sexist remark against Union minister Smriti Irani. According to Ramaswamy, the rampant use of offensive language and treatment when it comes to women politicians stems from the larger patriarchal order that creates an uneven field for women both in private and public spheres. This is due to lack of proper education, nurture and awareness which results in a perverted perception of male superiority which is not reflected in the real world. We have a liberal political structure but the corresponding development of a liberal society is an ongoing process and that will take time, Ramaswamy told PTI. This is not the first time BJP's Ghosh has targeted West Bengal chief minister and Banerjee. Banerjee, who had suffered a foot injury, was seen in a plaster while campaigning for the 2021 assembly polls in West Bengal. Addressing a poll rally in Purulia, Ghosh said, We have never seen someone take off their plaster. What is this sorcery? She is wearing a saree with one of her legs exposed. I have never seen anyone drape a saree like that. Wear a bermuda instead so that everyone can take a clear look. While it is not rare for political rivals to make sexist and derogatory remarks, especially when the rival is a woman, Congress leader Digvijay Singh had joined ranks of such politicians by commenting on one of Congress own members. In 2013, Singh described Meenakshi Natarajan, then-MP from Mandsaur, as sau taka tunch maal (100 per cent pure material or totally unblemished), which resulted in criticism from across party lines. The instances are many and frequent with several women politicians being subjected to sexist comments either from their colleagues, their rivals and voters, their achievements being reduced to their gender. The male gaze, as many would attest, is difficult to get away from.
Weeks before a billion Indians vote, political merchandise sales pick up
Weeks before a billion Indians vote, political merchandise sales pick up Weeks before India heads into a two-month-long election with nearly a billion voters, political party merchandise and flag makers are expanding operations and working overtime to meet a surge in demand. Ahead of the first voting day of the seven-phase election on April 19, garment makers are temporarily converting factories where they usually make saris into production hubs for election flags and banners. One such factory owner, Mukesh Agarwal, said there are as many as 40 similar factories in Mathura, a temple town in Uttar Pradesh, India's largest state and a key political battleground. The cheapest and best items used for political campaigns are banners and flags, Agarwal said. Election merchandise is a low-margin, high-volume business, where the price of a party badge can start from 1 rupee ($0.01). Agarwal said some factories can produce a million flags a day if demand continues to increase. During an election, India is plastered with posters from hundreds of political parties and thousands of candidates. As many people have little education, party workers use flags to promote their symbols and hang them outside houses and make them the medium of their campaigns, Agarwal said. A textile hub in Surat, in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's home state of Gujarat, is the centre of election merchandise along with several smaller hot spots like Mathura in the north and Hyderabad in the south. Elections give the economy a boost as political parties spend on goods and services as varied as small merchandise and helicopter rental. Gulshan Khurana, general secretary of a traders association in Delhi's Sadar Bazar market, said political parties spend 30 billion to 50 billion rupees on election merchandise, creating as many as 10 million jobs. Khurana, who has been a market trader for nearly 50 years, said there has been a nearly 30% increase in business compared with the last election in 2019, when Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party spent a record sum to retain power. An opinion poll last week predicted an easy win for a Modi-backed coalition. Opposition politician Rahul Gandhi of the Indian National Congress said at the Friday release of his party's manifesto that the election is much closer than being propagated. ($1 = 83.2930 Indian rupees)
Jharkhand: JMM holds preparatory meeting ahead of INDIA bloc's 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally'
Jharkhand: JMM holds preparatory meeting ahead of INDIA bloc's 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally' Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) on Sunday held a meeting regarding the preparations for the INDIA bloc's Nyay Ulgulan Rally to be held on April 21. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Kalpana Soren, Congress state in-charge Ghulam Ahmed Mir, state president Rajesh Thakur, MLA Vinod Singh, MLA Satyanand Bhokta, JMM general secretary Vinod Pandey attended the meeting. All the big leaders of the INDIA bloc are likely to participate in this rally called by Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. Earlier, Kalpana Soren, the wife of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren, held a meeting with party workers on April 6 to ensure the success of the Ulgulan Rally scheduled for April 21. The rally will be held at Prabhat Tara Ground on April 21 to protest against the arrest of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren. After the meeting, while speaking to the media, Kalpana Soren urged all party members to participate in large numbers in the rally and discussed ways to strengthen the alliance. I have appealed to all the party members to participate in large numbers in the INDIA rally. We will tell how the central government is discriminating against Jharkhand. Our honorable Hemant Ji has also been imprisoned, and they have put Delhi's Kejriwal Ji in jail as well. The discussion happened to strengthen the alliance, she said. Meanwhile, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), which leads the ruling coalition in the state, on Thursday announced the first list of the two candidates for the Lok Sabha elections. The party has fielded Nalin Soren from Dumka constituency and Mathura Prasad Mahato from Giridih. There was speculation that former chief minister Hemant Soren could contest from Dumka against his sister-in-law and BJP candidate Sita Soren. According to the broad seat-sharing formula, Congress is expected to contest 7 of 14 seats in Jharkhand. JMM is expected to contest five and RJD and CPI (ML) one seat each. RJD is keen to contest at least two seats. Elections will be held in Jharkhand in four phases: May 13, 20, 25, and June 1. During the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won 12 seats in Jharkhand, with the BJP winning 11. The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and Congress got one seat each. (ANI)
The trick UP Mayawati's electoral sleeve
A summer of survival it is for the irrepressible Mayawati and her Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). A little over a year ago, the BSP had won just one Assembly seat and seen its vote share shrink to 12.88%, down from the 19.48% the party secured in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. That Lok Sabha election five years ago was one in which the BSP won ten seats while being in an alliance with the Samajwadi Party. This election should prove way toughter as they are going it alone. Mayawati probably has a reason to do so. She has going by the names of the candidates announced so far resorted to some deft social engineering and that gamble may not have been possible if the BSP was part of any alliance. These bold experiments seem to be stemming from a lot of quiet and serious analysis. Since the party has a trustworthy vote bank among the Dalits, its intention clearly is to woo the Muslims and upper castes wherever possible in the hope of springing surprises. This strategy may hurt both NDA and INDIA blocs, but is to the BSP's advantage. The list till now and the message from it Till date, the party has declared 36 candidates for the 80 seats in the state, and despite the murmurs of there being a focus on Muslims in the first list, the composition as of now shows a clever pattern of strategic choices. Regardless of the common belief that BSP will favour a Dalit-Muslim combination, it appears that Brahmins have been given top priority as far as numbers are concerned. There are 11 Brahmins and other general castes, 10 Dalits, nine Muslims and six OBCs in the list so far. It is clear that rather than going in for a predictable strategy of naming any caste-community bloc, the party has taken care to pick a suitable candidate keeping in mind the constituencys demographics. A few things stand out from the BSP names announced so far: The party does not want to portray themselves as being a Dalit-only outfit. It is not shying away from hosting Muslims in key places, unlike the Samajwadi Party. Sensing the mood of upper castes, Brahmins are once again in the BSPs favoured list, unlike in the BJP, which is now being increasingly perceived as an OBC-dominated group. The BSP aims to dent the prospects of both the BJP and the SP-Congress alliance. Will he, wont he? Amethi awaits their Rahul answer even as Smriti Irani gets going Key names including the one fighting original Dream Girl Some key names give an idea of what the party could have in mind. The BSP has fielded Sarwar Malik, an old loyalist, from Lucknow, where Union Minister Rajnath Singh and SP MLA Ravidas Mehrotra are the other candidates. Regardless of whether he wins or not, Malik may appeal to Muslim voters who have been traditionally voting for BJP in the state capital. Malik being named by the BSP also elicited a prompt decision by the SP which named Fakhir Siddiqi as the Lucknow party president. In western UP, the BSP has posed a challenge to the Rashtriya Lok Dal (now a partner of BJP) in Bijnore by putting up a Jat candidate Chaudhary Vijendra Singh against RLD's Chandan Singh Chauhan, a Gujar. This may divide Jat votes considered loyal to RLD. Jat politics also sees a play in Mathura where BJPs Hema Malini, the original Dream Girl, is seeking a third term. BSP has named Suresh Singh, a Jat and former central services officer who had a long association with the BJP and joined the BSP in 2019. Surjewalas Hema Malini remarks vile, sexist: BJP The BSP's moves in Aligarh, Ghaziabad and Lakhimpur Kheri are indicative of a clever strategy of appealing to particular caste groups. Making last-minute changes, Hitendra Kumar alias Bunty Upadhyay (till recently with BJP) was named from Aligarh, whereas the previous BSP nominee was Gufran Noor, formerly with AIMIM. In Ghaziabad, a last-minute change saw Nandkishore Pundir, a Thakur candidate disgruntled with the BJP being name as BSP nominee, whereas the earlier candidate Anshay Kalra, a Punjabi real estate businessman from Kaushambi, was shifted to Kheri, which has a strong Punjabi and Sikh population. In Kannauj, for long a Samajwadi Party stronghold, the party has fielded a Muslim Imran Jafar. Brahmins have also been put up in Unnao and Mirzapur. When the BSP had allies The BSP had allied with the SP twice -- once in 1993, and then in 2017. Its alliance with BJP saw Mayawati become Chief Minister thrice. Since 2007, the party has failed to get good results in any election in UP, despite having run through all combinations. For example, in the 2023 Urban Local Bodies election, it had put up 11 Muslims for 17 Mayoral posts, but all of them lost. In the 2022 Assembly election, it had put up 89 Muslims, ensuring the defeat of the SP in many places. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election, it had allied with the SP and the combo won 15 seats - 10 for BSP and 5 for SP. The 2017 Assembly election saw SP and Congress contesting as an alliance, but winning only 54 seats, while BSP had to be content with 19. In the 2014 Lok Sabha electio, BSP failed to win any seat. It was in the 2007 Assembly election that the BSP had come to power in the state with a full majority, winning 206 seats. The new bet Despite the 2019 Lok Sabha election showing, allying with the SP has not been particularly advantageous for the BSP, and there have been no long-term benefits from such an alliance. In the last few months, there had been many overtures from the SP for a possible tie-up but Mayawati remained adamant and did not respond to them. It now appears that the BSP is instead betting on the new social engineering formula to get favourable results. It also noteworthy that Mayawati has announced her nephew Akash Anand as her political successor. It will only be natural on her part to want to hand over the party to him with a healthy vote share and a few seats. Hence, the extra effort in candidate selection. The announcement of names for rest of the seats in UP will indicate more facets of this strategy. 2024 LS Polls: SP Caught in bind yet again, this time in Badaun over Shivpal's candidature
Italian safety certification firm assesses Kavach system installed in Agra
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Hema Malini, BJP's Mathura Candidate, Declares Assets Worth Rs 123 Crore
Actor and three-time BJP MP Hema Malini has total assets worth approximately Rs 123 crore, according to her affidavit submitted to the Election Commission.
Bharat Will Teach Them A Lesson For Insulting Shakti: UP CM Yogi Adityanath Hits Out At Congress
Randeep Surjewalas sexist remark against BJP MP from Mathura, Hema Malini has come back to bite him. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has retorted saying that other parties are unable to find candidates to field for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections which is why Congress leaders have lost their sanity and are insulting fifty Continue reading Bharat Will Teach Them A Lesson For Insulting Shakti: UP CM Yogi Adityanath Hits Out At Congress The post Bharat Will Teach Them A Lesson For Insulting Shakti: UP CM Yogi Adityanath Hits Out At Congress appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Should Take Lessons From Our PM: Hema Malini Tears Into Randeep Surjewala For His Sexist Remark
The controversy surrounding the vile and sexist remark of Congress leader Randeep Surjewala against veteran actor and BJP Mathura MP Hema Malini has only gotten worse. On Thursday, the National Commission of Women (NCW) condemned the offensive remark made by Surjewala and asked the Chief Election Commissioner to take immediate action against him. The statutory Continue reading Should Take Lessons From Our PM: Hema Malini Tears Into Randeep Surjewala For His Sexist Remark The post Should Take Lessons From Our PM: Hema Malini Tears Into Randeep Surjewala For His Sexist Remark appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Surjewalas Hema Malini remarks vile, sexist: BJP
CHANDIGARH/LUCKNOW/NEW DELHI: Remarks by Haryana Congress leader Randeep Surjewala against Hema Malini, the BJP candidate from UPs Mathura, raised a storm on Thursday with BJP terming them vile, sexist and misogynistic and Surjewala calling the video shared by the BJPs IT cell as edited, shared to divert attention from the Modi governments policies and actions. On her part, the actor who is a third-time party candidate from Mathura said Congress should learn how to respect women from PM Narendra Modi. After filing her nomination papers, the BJP MP said Congress leaders have targeted popular persons because targeting unpopular ones wont do them any good. BJPs IT cell chief Amit Malviya shared the purported video in which Surjewala was heard making the sexist comment. The remark is the most disgusting description someone can come up with. Just the other day, Surjewalas colleague was asking rate of another BJP woman leader, and now thisThis is Rahul Gandhis Congress. It is misogynistic and abhors women, Malviya said. Union minister for information and broadcasting Anurag Singh Thakur said it had become a habit of the Congress to insult women. Rahul Gandhi wants to fight with Shakti. Earlier, a Congress spokesperson made a very indecent comment against BJP candidate Kangana (Ranuat) ji. And today again a leader of Congress has given such a cheap statement against Hema Malini ji which we and you cannot even say here, he said in his condemnation. Surjewala sought to defend himself. The BJPs IT Cell has developed a habit of editing, distorting and spreading fake news so that it can distract the country from the Modi governments anti-youth, anti-farmer, anti-poor policies and failures, besides its conspiracy to destroy the Constitution of India. Listen to the full video. I said, we also respect Hema Malini a lot because she is married to Dharmendra and is our daughter-in-law, said Surjewala.
Hema Malini eyes a third term in Parliament from Mathura
Nation ready to reprimand those disrespecting Matra Shakti: Yogi
Mathura (UP), Apr 4 (UNI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday slammed Congress for remarks against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and candidate from Mathura Hema Malini and said that the entire nation is prepared to reprimand those who disrespect Matra shakti. Addressing the Vijay Sankalp Namankan Sabha at the Seth BN Poddar Inter College... The post Nation ready to reprimand those disrespecting Matra Shakti: Yogi first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .
BJP slams Cong over Surjewala's remarks against Hema Malini, NCW writes to EC
BJP slams Cong over Surjewala's remarks against Hema Malini, NCW writes to EC Congress leader Randeep Surjewala's remark against Mathura MP Hema Malini has snowballed into a major controversy with the BJP on Thursday saying the opposition party has touched a ''new low'' in showing ''disrespect'' towards women. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has moved the Election Commission against Surjewala over the issue and said it strongly denounces the ''deeply offensive'' remarks against the actor-politician, who has been renominated by the BJP from Mathura Lok Sabha seat. The Haryana State Commission for Women also issued a notice to the Congress leader over his purported ''indecent'' remarks and asked him to present himself before the panel on April 9 and give a clarification. While Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the derogatory comments against ''matru shakti'' are a ''disgraceful insult'' to half the population, Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani claimed that such statements were made ''on the directives given by the Gandhi family''. On Wednesday, BJP IT department head Amit Malviya shared an undated video, accusing Haryana Congress leader Surjewala of making ''vile, sexist'' remarks against Hema Malini. In the video posted by Malviya on X, Surjewala was seen purportedly making some objectionable remarks about the actor-politician while attacking the ruling BJP. BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi slammed the Congress over Surjewala's remarks against Hema Malini, terming his comments ''objectionable and indecent''. The opposition party has touched a ''new low'' in showing ''disrespect'' towards women, he said. ''Hema Malini would be of Sonia Gandhi's age. She is a self-made woman,'' the BJP leader said and asked Surjewala if his remarks against her were ''appropriate''. Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters, Trivedi referred to other such remarks made by Congress leaders against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and women so far and asserted that the ''people of the country will give a reply to such insults in the Lok Sabha polls''. BJP general secretary Vinod Tawde asked the Congress to make its stand clear on the controversial remarks by its leaders who have shown disrespect towards women. It seems the main opposition party has run out of issues and has resorted to making comments that nobody expects a leader to say, Tawde said. Sources said Surjewala made the alleged remarks on March 31 during an election rally in support of the INDIA bloc at Pharal village in the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency in Haryana. In a post on X, the NCW said, ''The remarks are extremely misogynistic and outrageous to the modesty of a woman. Chairperson Rekha Sharma has formally written to the Chief Election Commissioner, urging immediate action against Soorjewala and requesting an Action Taken Report within three days.'' However, Surjewala sought to clarify his remarks and launched a counter attack on the BJP. In a post on X on Thursday, Surjewala alleged that BJP's IT Cell has developed a habit of distorting facts and spreading lies so that it can distract the country's attention from the Modi government's ''anti-youth, anti-farmer, anti-poor policies and failures and its conspiracy to destroy the Constitution of India''. ''Listen to the full video - I said, 'we also respect Hema Malini a lot because she is married to Dharmendra ji and is our (bahu) daughter-in-law,'' said Surjewala. In Mathura, when asked about Surjewala's remarks against her, Hema Malini said that only those people who have achieved something in life are targeted. When asked why the Congress did not initiate action against its leader, she said, ''I don't know. They should learn from our prime minister how to respect women. They should also respect women.'' Addressing the Vijay Sankalp Naamankan Sabha in Mathura, Chief Minister Adityanath, accompanied by Hema Malini, issued a warning to members of the Congress and the INDIA bloc, saying that the entire nation is prepared to teach a lesson to those who disrespect ''matru shakti'' (mother power). Campaigning for the actor-politician, Adityanath said, ''Hema ji is contesting from here for the third time, while other parties struggle to find suitable candidates...some Congress leaders have lost their composure. Their derogatory remarks against matru shakti are a disgraceful insult to half the population.'' ''Disrespecting half the population will invite nationwide backlash. This land (Mathura) reveres 'matru shakti', and any attempt to demean it will face severe consequences. While democracy upholds freedom of expression, it does not justify insulting 'matru shakti','' the CM warned. The chief minister said that while personal preferences may vary, targeting art, culture, and caste is unacceptable. He warned that those involved in such actions are digging their own graves. Union minister Irani, who was in Kerala's Wayanad for campaigning for the BJP, said, ''The misogyny of the Congress party and its leaders, especially against women in politics, is based on Gandhi's directives.'' ''No Congress man or woman has the audacity to enrage or outrage the modesty of a woman, unless they feel that they will be deeply and duly rewarded by the Gandhi family,'' she told reporters. Irani said that the people of the actor's constituency -- Mathura -- would give a resounding reply to the ''misogynistic'' remarks made against her. The Lok Sabha elections will be held in seven phases between April 19 and June 1. The results will be announced on June 4.
Lok Sabha polls: JMM fields old warhorse against Shibu Soren's 'bahu' in Dumka
RANCHI: Putting an end to the speculation that Hemant Soren may contest against his 'bhabhi' Sita Soren from the high-profile Dumka Lok Sabha seat, the JMM has finally announced the name of old warhorse Nalin Soren as its candidate. The party has also fielded JMM stalwart Mathura Mahto from the Giridih Lok Sabha seat. Party strategists had earlier considered fielding jailed former Chief Minister Hemant Soren but changed their mind after Sita Soren joined the BJP. They saw this as a trap laid by the BJP to turn the battle between devar and bhabhi into a war for the legacy of JMM patriarch Shibu Soren. Incidentally, Soren in his message to senior JMM leaders has said that they should strictly adhere to the policy of giving tickets to dedicated party cadres and not to outsiders who have joined the party ahead of the 2024 polls. Keeping his instructions in mind, a meeting of senior party leaders will be held on Friday to discuss the names of candidates for the remaining three Lok Sabha seats of the JMM quota. The names announced will be of those who are completely dedicated to the party and have a background with the JMM. They should also be sensitive to Jharkhandi issues, said JMM spokesperson Manoj Pandey. He, however, refused to talk on the issue of Hemant Sorens message of fielding hardcore JMM cadre for the Lok Sabha polls. BJP drops five sitting MPs in Jharkhand; Sita Soren fielded from Dumka LS seat Meanwhile, CM Champai Soren and minister Basant Soren met Hemant Soren in jail ahead of Friday's meeting to discuss the names of candidates for the Lok Sabha polls. Though the Congress has announced the names of its candidates for three out of seven seats in its fold, it is still to reach a consensus over four seats as there is more than one claimant for each of those seats. In such a situation, the Congress Working Committee will meet once again in New Delhi on April 6 to resolve the ongoing conflicts within the Congress camp. The names of the candidates are likely to be announced after the meeting. The JMM is planning to host a mega rally of the INDIA bloc at Ranchi very soon for which the top leaders of all alliance partners will be invited. Though the date has not been fixed, JMM sources say it could be held on April 14. The final decision, however, is likely to be taken on Friday during the meeting of top JMM leaders. According to JMM functionaries, this rally will also blow the bugle for the campaign of the INDIA bloc in Jharkhand.
BJP slams Cong over Surjewalas remarks against Hema Malini; NCW writes to EC
New Delhi: Congress leader Randeep Surjewalas remark against Mathura MP Hema Malini has snowballed into a major controversy with the BJP on Thursday saying the opposition party has touched a new low in showing disrespect towards women. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has moved the Election Commission against Surjewala over the issue and said 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 .
Haryana Women's Commission issues notice to Surjewala over remarks against Hema Malini
CHANDIGARH: The Haryana State Commission for Women on Thursday issued a notice to Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala for allegedly making indecent remarks against actor and BJP leader Hema Malini. Commission chairperson Renu Bhatia said that Surjewala has been asked to present himself before the panel on April 9 and give a clarification. The commission took suo motu cognisance of media reports and issued the notice. It said his alleged indecent remarks hurt the dignity of a woman. BJP IT department head Amit Malviya shared an undated video on X in which the Congress general secretary is purportedly making some objectionable remarks about the actor-politician and two-time Mathura MP while attacking the ruling party. However, on Thursday, Surjewala alleged that BJP's IT Cell has developed a habit of distorting facts and spreading lies and added that he neither intended to insult Hema Malini nor hurt anyone. The BJP had on Wednesday accused Surjewala, who is also a former Haryana Minister, of making vile, sexist remarks against Hema Malini, alleging it shows that the main opposition party is misogynistic and abhors women. Sources said Surjewala made the alleged remarks on March 31 during an election rally in support of the opposition INDIA bloc at Pharal village in Kaithal district under the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency. Former Haryana Minister Anil Vij criticised Surjewala and said, This reflects Congress' attitude towards women. Just days before another Congress leader had made remarks against (BJP leader) Kangana Ranaut, said Vij. While Hema Malini is the BJP's Lok Sabha poll candidate from Mathura in Uttar Pradesh, Ranaut is the party's nominee from Mandi in Himachal Pradesh. Punjab BJP leader Jai Inder Kaur also slammed Surjewala over his alleged remarks. This clearly shows the sexist and derogatory thinking of @INCIndia and its leaders. I highly condemn this disgusting remark of Randeep Surjewala for an elected MP. The public will surely teach them a lesson in the upcoming elections, Kaur said in a post on X. She also said Surjewala's statement has pained and hurt the sentiments of all women across the nation. Congress leaders should learn to respect women from PM Modi: Hema Malini Meanwhile, Surjewala sought to clarify his remarks and launched a counterattack on the BJP. In a post on X on Thursday, Surjewala alleged that BJP's IT Cell has developed a habit of distorting facts and spreading lies so that it can distract the country's attention from the Narendra Modi government's anti-youth, anti-farmer, anti-poor policies and failures and its conspiracy to destroy the Constitution of India. Listen to the full video - I said, 'we also respect Hema Malini a lot because she is married to Dharmendra ji and is our (bahu) daughter-in-law, said Surjewala. BJP's anti-women pawns were ordered to cut this video, but these same pawns never asked the prime minister why he said 'girlfriend worth Rs 50 crore' in Himachal? Why was a woman MP called Shurpanakha in Parliament? Why was a woman CM trolled in such a vulgar manner? Is it correct to say 'Congress' widow'? Is it right to call the top leadership of the Congress a 'jersey cow'? he asked. My statement was only that in public life, everyone should be accountable to the people, be it (Haryana CM) Nayab Saini Ji, or (former CM) Khattar Ji, or myself, he said. Everyone rises or falls based on their work, the people are supreme and they have to use their discretion in making their choice, Surjewala said. Neither did I intend to insult Hema Malini ji nor to hurt anyone....the BJP itself is anti-women, that is why it sees and understands everything through an anti-women lens and spreads lies as per its convenience! he alleged.
Devotee dies after suspected heart attack at Banke Bihari temple in Mathura
Devotee dies after suspected heart attack at Banke Bihari temple in Mathura A man whose health worsened at the Banke Bihari temple here was declared dead at a hospital on Thursday, police said. Station House Officer (SHO) Ashok Kaushik, deployed for the security of the temple, said the incident took place on Thursday around 10 am. Though it was said that there was not much crowd at the temple courtyard, a man standing amidst devotees complained of uneasiness. ''The man was soon rushed to the district hospital where Dr Tanvi Dua declared him dead after examination. The doctors have expressed the possibility of a heart attack. The body has been sent for postmortem examination to deduce the exact cause of death,'' said the SHO. According to police, the deceased appears to be in his thirties. The police are trying to ascertain the identity of the deceased.
After Ayodhya and Kashi, the spotlight shifts to Mathura-Vrindavan: Yogi Adityanath
After Ayodhya and Kashi, the spotlight shifts to Mathura-Vrindavan: Yogi Adityanath Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized on Thursday that, following Ayodhya and Kashi, the government's attention is now directed towards Mathura and Vrindavan. He expressed optimism for a positive court ruling on Mathura as well and emphasized that the pace of development in Mathura-Vrindavan will be further accelerated. Addressing the 'Vijay Sankalp Namankan Sabha' at the Seth B.N. Poddar Inter College ground, the Chief Minister also issued a warning to members of the Congress and INDIA bloc, emphasizing that the entire nation is prepared to reprimand those who disrespect 'Matra shakti.' During this, he actively campaigned for the incumbent MP and BJP's Lok Sabha candidate, Hema Malini. In addition, CM Yogi highlighted the accomplishments achieved during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ten-year tenure. Extending his best wishes to sitting MP Hema Malini for her nomination from the Mathura seat, the Chief Minister remarked, Hema ji is contesting from here for the third time, while other parties struggle to find suitable candidates. They resort to borrowing candidates, and when they fail even in that, Congress leaders lose their composure. Their derogatory remarks against 'matra shakti' are a disgraceful insult to half the population. He emphasized that the people of the INDIA alliance must recognize that Mathura is the sacred land of Radhe Rani and Yamuna Maiya. Disrespecting half the population will invite nationwide backlash. This land reveres 'matra shakti', and any attempt to demean it will face severe consequences. While democracy upholds freedom of expression, it does not justify insulting 'matra shakti', the CM warned. The Chief Minister emphasized that while personal preferences may vary, targeting art, culture, and caste is unacceptable. He warned that those involved in such actions are digging their own graves. Mathura is renowned for its artistry. Lord Krishna incarnated here with 16 arts. What better place to celebrate art? he remarked. He further stated, There is a renowned Indian cinema actress, who has devoted her life to showcasing India's culture and civilization globally through her talent. Her performances draw crowds from across the world and she is widely admired. If members of the Congress party have an issue with this, it raises doubts about their own standing, perhaps even in the eyes of God. Chief Minister Yogi questioned why the Congress, which held power for 60 years, failed to foster development in Kashi, Mathura, and Ayodhya. He mentioned that upon the suggestion of Hema Malini, development initiatives in Mathura, Vrindavan, Barsana, Gokul, and Baldev have been ensured through the Braj Teerth Development Council. He highlighted the rapid progress of development in various pilgrimage sites. At many places, we have to wait due to pending court cases. Nevertheless, we remain steadfast in our belief that victory will ultimately be ours. Just as we patiently endured for 500 years awaiting the resolution of Ayodhya, steadfast in our struggle, and ultimately achieving triumph, he remarked. The Chief Minister questioned why the SP, BSP, and Congress did not facilitate the construction of the Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya. He accused these parties of resorting to violence against Ram devotees, recounting incidents where individuals were assaulted merely for uttering 'Jai Shri Ram', facing attacks with sticks and bullets. The Chief Minister said that development projects are in the pipeline for Kashi and Ayodhya, with a renewed focus on the Braj Bhoomi region. He emphasized that initiatives such as the construction of 84-Kosi Parikrama, Govardhan Parikrama, Barsana Parikrama, and efforts to purify the Yamuna River and beautify local ponds will be driven by public sentiment and will proceed rapidly. CM Yogi emphasized the strategic scheduling of elections in Mathura ahead of Ayodhya and Kashi, delivering a strong message nationwide. While development endeavours are underway in Ayodhya and Kashi, he underscored the necessity for concerted efforts towards the progress of Mathura and Vrindavan, urging support for Hema Malini's reelection with a significant majority for the third time. He also announced plans for a campaign akin to Namami Gange, focusing on the purification of the Yamuna River. The Chief Minister extended an invitation to the residents of Mathura to visit Vindhyavasini Dham in Mirzapur. He highlighted the remarkable transformation in Vindhya Dham, once a narrow place where only two people could walk together, but now accommodating a hundred. He questioned whether the Congress, SP, and BSP could have accomplished these tasks. Could they have ensured a secure environment for both businessmen and daughters? Their stance on the welfare of entrepreneurs and daughters is evident from their speeches, he remarked. Continuing, he asserted, In such circumstances, there's no reason to expect anything from these parties or waste your vote on them. May our present remain safe and prosperous, leading to a future marked by unprecedented progress and the realization of a developed India. To achieve this, we must ensure Hema Malini's victory by surpassing the combined votes she received in the last two elections. The Chief Minister highlighted that for the first time, India has witnessed a government that, in line with the nation's ethos, safeguarded its dignity and fostered an environment of security and prosperity. This government has endeavoured to elevate India's stature globally, enhancing national pride and self-respect. Notably, significant strides have been made in developing world-class infrastructure and ensuring that welfare schemes directly benefit the underprivileged. Renowned actress Hema Malini, a two-time Member of Parliament from Mathura, officially submitted her nomination for the Lok Sabha constituency for the third consecutive term on Thursday. Accompanied by State Government's Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh, Rajya Sabha MP Tejveer Singh, Baldev MLA Puran Prakash, and Maat MLA Rajesh Chaudhary, Hema Malini filed her nomination form at the Collectorate. Hema Malini, representing the BJP, has been elected as the Member of Parliament from Mathura in both the 16th and 17th Lok Sabha. Demonstrating faith in her leadership once again, the party has nominated her from Mathura for the upcoming 18th Lok Sabha elections. (ANI)
Mathura mosque matter beyond remit of Waqf tribunal, argues Hindu side
Mathura mosque matter beyond remit of Waqf tribunal, argues Hindu side The Hindu side on Thursday countered in the Allahabad High Court the Shahi Idgah committee's argument that the maintainability of the suit seeking ''removal'' of the mosque must be heard by a Waqf tribunal, saying that matter is beyond the ambit of the tribunal. Ajay Kumar Singh appearing on behalf of the Hindu side submitted that the present dispute is beyond the ambit of the Waqf tribunal and only the civil court has jurisdiction to decide the present dispute. The counsel for the Muslim side, Taslima Aziz Ahmadi, during the last hearing on April 1, had claimed, ''In this way a question/dispute has been raised on Waqf property and thus provisions of the Waqf Act will apply, and in such it is the Waqf tribunal that has the jurisdiction to hear the matter and not a civil court.'' On Thursday, Ahmadi appeared in the court through video conferencing and sought time to summarise her arguments in the court. The court fixed April 18 for further hearing in the matter as the court's time was over. Singh also mentioned a judgement of the Supreme Court of 1999, according to which religious disputes have to be decided by civil court, he argued.
Congress leaders should learn to respect women from PM Modi: Hema Malini
LUCKNOW: While reacting to distasteful and controversial remarks of Congress leader Randeep Surjewala over her, actor and BJP's third-time candidate from Mathura Hema Malini, on Thursday, said they (Congress) should learn how to respect women from PM Narendra Modi. After filing her nomination papers in Mathura, the BJP MP said that the Congress leaders targeted popular persons because targeting the unpopular ones won't do them any good. Randeep Singh Surjewala's comment on Hema Malini came as the latest political flashpoint between the two national parties on Thursday. Reacting to it, BJP's IT cell chief Amit Malviya shared a purported video in which Surjewala was heard making sexist comments about Hema Malini. Who thinks of women as something to lick? That is the most disgusting description someone can come up with. Just the other day, Surjewalas colleague was asking the rate of another BJP woman leader, and now thisThis is Rahul Gandhis Congress. It is misogynistic and abhors women, Malviya said. However, responding to the BJP attack, Surjewala said he respected Hema Malini and even said in the video that she is our daughter-in-law. Meanwhile, the BJP went on with a concerted attack on the opposition over Surjewala's comment on Hema Malini. Video distorted by BJP to spread fake news: Randeep Surjewala on sexist remarks against Hema Malini UP CM Yogi Adityanath said the opposition could not find any candidate against Hema Malini and hence they started using derogatory language against her. Launching a scathing attack on the Congress party, its erstwhile Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam of Kalki Dham claimed that in India, women are respected and worshipped and Randeep Surjewala had insulted the Indian civilization by giving such comments on Hema Malini. He attributed the falling standard of the party to the leadership of Rahul Gandhi. The real problem of the Congress party is Rahul Gandhi. The party has been witnessing a consistent downfall since he started making all the decisions of the party. With Rahul Gandhi as its leader, no one can save Congress and no one can remove Rahul Gandhi, said Acharya Krishnam, who was recently expelled from the party in charge of anti-party activities.
JMM refutes Hemant Soren running against sister-in-law Sita in Lok Sabha. Nalin Soren and Mathura Prasad Mahto nominated. BJP fields Sita from Dumka after Sunil Soren withdrawal. Sita accuses JMM of neglect.
Jailed ex-Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren not to contest from Dumka, JMM fields MLA Nalin
Nalin Soren and Mathura Prasad Mahto are nominated by JMM, while Sita Soren joins BJP, accusing JMM of neglect. Sita replaces Sunil Soren as the candidate for Dumka Lok Sabha seat.
