Political strategist and Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor has sharply criticized the Election Commission of India (ECI) for its handling of the ongoing standoff with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. In a pointed statement, Kishor said the poll panel should respond to the issues raised by the Leader of the Opposition “point by point” rather than…
In a fiery escalation of political tensions, Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee has launched a scathing attack on the Narendra Modi-led central government, accusing it of manipulating democratic institutions to suppress opposition voices. His statement—“BJP is the EC, BJP is the ED”—has sent shockwaves through the political corridors, intensifying the ongoing ‘vote…
In a move that underscores the deepening political divide between the Centre and the West Bengal government, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has decided to skip Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming inauguration of three new Kolkata Metro routes on August 22. The event, scheduled to take place at Dum Dum, has become a flashpoint in the…
In a landmark move aimed at rehabilitating migrant workers from West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has unveiled the ‘Shramshree’ scheme, offering financial assistance and welfare benefits to those returning to the state after facing alleged harassment in other parts of India. The announcement, made during a cabinet meeting at Nabanna, marks a significant step…
The political battlefield has once again heated up after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s ‘vote chori’ allegation was met with strong rebuttals from BJP leaders and clarification from Gurkirat Singh Dang, the independent MLA whom Gandhi had referred to in his claim. The BJP launched a scathing attack, branding Gandhi an “industrial-scale liar”, accusing him of…
In a dramatic political twist, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav has produced receipts to claim that he indeed filed the affidavit in question, countering the Election Commission’s assertion of non-compliance. The move has sparked intense political debate, with Yadav accusing the poll body of selectively targeting opposition leaders while ignoring procedural lapses elsewhere. His…
The political battle in India has taken another digital turn as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi released a new video under his ongoing “vote theft” campaign, coining the phrase “chori chori, chupke chupke” to describe alleged electoral malpractice. The campaign, launched ahead of crucial state and national elections, highlights the Congress party’s growing emphasis on social…
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, which was rolled out in 2017 as India’s biggest indirect tax reform, is once again at the center of political and economic debate. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement of GST 2.0 has triggered a storm in the political arena, with the Congress party demanding a comprehensive discussion paper…
In a landmark step towards achieving long-term energy security and reducing dependence on fossil fuels, India is preparing to commission 10 new nuclear reactors, marking one of its most ambitious expansions in nuclear power capacity. This move comes at a time when the nation is rapidly working to balance its surging energy demands with commitments…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day address this year stirred political ripples as he lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its role in nation-building, calling it an organisation that has dedicated a century to the service of India. While the statement was received warmly by the RSS and its affiliates, the Congress party wasted…
