Gajera Global School, Pal: Host of IIMUN Surat 2024
Gajera Global School, Pal: Host of IIMUN Surat 2024 Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 3: IIMUN Surat 2024 conference was organized from April 26th to 28th, 2024 at Gajera Global School Surat in association with Gajera Trust and Sunitas Makerspace. The aim is to provide a platform to the youth where they can think, research, accept the ideas of fellow members by debating and to develop global leadership qualities among the Learners from an early age. The conference was inaugurated on 26th April at Sanjeev Kumar Auditorium. A galaxy of dignitaries graced the occasion as guests of honour. The chief guest and speaker of the program Dr. R. Chidambaram, a renowned scientist of the country and president at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, shared insight of developed India and imparting an understanding of the scientific approach to the children. Similarly, chief guest and noted musician Mr. Leslee Lewis enthralled and enthused the audience with a live performance. Mr. Rameshbhai Vaghasia, President of Chamber of Commerce Surat and the youngest female pilot Ms. Maitri Patel had graced the event. The presence of Managing Trustee Shree Chunibhai Gajera added grandeur to the event by welcoming all the guests. Ms. Kinjal Chunibhai Gajera, founded Sunitas Makerspace in 2015 with a vision to prepare young innovators and global leaders where they get adequate guidance, facilities and a space to express themselves. IIMUN conference provides the same platform to Learners. A two-day conference was held at Gajera Global School, Pal from 9 am to 7 pm on April 27th and 28th. More than 500 delegates from more than 30 schools participated in it. During this conference, as many as 34 presiding officers arrived from different states of the country. A total of 17 committees were formed which included Lok Sabha, Niti Aayog, UNSC, UNEP, IPL etc where delegates strongly presented their ideas during the debate. The closing ceremony was held on 28 April, in which the Director of SVNIT-SURAT Dr. Anupam Shukla was especially present and encouraged the Learners. In the closing ceremony, the first three winners from all the committees were felicitated with certificates. Gajera Global School was awarded the trophy for Best Participating School at IIMUN SURAT-2024. Gajera Trust congratulates all and wished them for their bright future.
Surat to Jammu, diverse customer profiles coming through ONDC: Snapdeals Himanshu Chakrawarti
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Nilesh Kumbhani falls sick before major revelation
AHMEDABAD : Congress candidate from Surat Lok Sabha seat Nilesh Kumbhani, whose nomination was cancelled leading to the BJPs unopposed win, has again sparked a controversy. After the cancellation of Kumbhanis candidacy, he and his three proposers have remained out of public view. The Congress suspended Kumbhani after he lost contact with the party. Amid speculation surrounding his whereabouts, Kumbhani suddenly appeared at his residence in Surat on Wednesday night. Furthermore, a message circulated by his supporters hinted at a media appearance on Thursday with promises of significant revelations, stirring a buzz in political circles. However, he failed to make an appearance. On Wednesday night, Nilesh Kumbhanis supporters circulated a message stating that he would address the media and unveil significant revelations. However, shortly after, another message emerged stating that he would no longer appear before the media due to his ill health, a leader of Surat Congress said, wishing not to be named. It is possible that Nilesh Kumbhanis initial message reached Congress workers, and fearing strong opposition, he had to retract his decision, the leader said. Police arrangements have been made outside his residence to ensure the safety of his family in case of any protests.
Kumbhani reaches home, then disappears again
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Disqualified Nilesh Kumbhani reappeared at Surat LS seat but avoided interaction. Tight security ensured no access. Planned to reveal withdrawal details at Sarthana farm but changed plans. Reasons for disqualification undisclosed.
PM: Congress's Assembly Election Strategy Aims to Divide Society Along Caste Lines and Unite Vote Bank Through Appeasement Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Congress was fighting the 2024 Lok Sabha polls with the twin strategy of dividing society in the name of caste and uniting its vote bank through appeasement. Addressing a rally in Jamnagar in Gujarat, the PM said the Congress government in Karnataka issued a ''fatwa'' overnight to include Muslims in the Other Backward Classes segment to give them quota benefits. ''The Congress is contesting elections on two strategies. The first is to divide society in the name of caste and the second is unite its vote bank through appeasement,'' Modi said. He further said the Congress planned to change the Constitution to give reservation on the basis of religion. This is why the Congress party spread an ''absolute rumour'' regarding (curtailing of) reservations to Dalits, Adivasis and OBCs and tried to make it an election agenda, the PM said. The Congress is trying to take away reservations of SCs, STs and OBCs and give these benefits to Muslims. In Karnataka, 27 per cent OBC quota was ''looted overnight'' by the Congress to appease its vote bank, whereas those who drafted the Constitution were clear that religion-based quota could not be provided, the PM said. ''The Constituent Assembly did not have leaders from BJP, RSS. Scholars like Babasaheb Ambedkar were present and after detailed discussions they decided that reservation cannot be given in the name of religion as it would create a grave danger for the country,'' he said. ''The poison sprayed by Congress has gone very high and I don't know to what places it will spread by end of this election,'' the PM said, adding the opposition party's leaders were at the forefront of supporting ''terrorists'' and were now calling for ''vote jihad''. The then prime minster served as the guest of Kashmiri separatists and Congress leaders came forward to save Ajmal Kasab, the lone gunman arrested after the 26/11 terror attack on Mumbai, Modi said. ''Books were written to save jihadis of the Mumbai terror attack and a Congress leader released (one such) book. In Delhi, when terrorists were killed at Batla House, the 'madam' of the Congress could not stop tears. When Afzal Guru was sentenced to hang, people from this ecosystem reached the Supreme Court and the President,'' the PM said. These people are now calling for ''vote jihad'' (religion based voting to stop the BJP), he pointed out. Slamming the Congress' manifesto, Modi said it was a sign of danger for the country. ''INDI alliance leaders are asking Muslim voters to go for vote jihad. It is not something being uttered by a child studying in a madrassa but by Congress leaders who come from highly educated families,'' the PM said. ''''The kind of language that the Muslim League used, the narrative on which the country was divided are unfortunately the same on the basis of which they are seeking votes,'' he said. The Congress leaves no opportunity to mock ''our faith'' but would it dare to make fun of anything related to other religions, the PM asked. ''They boycott the Ram Temple, they call Dwarka a lie. They say we will make Lord Shiva and Lord Ram fight and ensure Ram's defeat. The 'shehzada' of the Congress even ridiculed my offering prayers in submerged Dwarka. Therefore, I say we should be careful of the Congress,'' the PM said. The Congress' politics started with false propaganda and has now fallen into despair, Modi said. ''The Congress has the same frustration and hatred towards the country's development that it once had for Gujarat. While India's stature is rising across the world, the shehzada of the Congress and his ecosystem go abroad and defame our country with long lectures,'' the PM said in a swipe at Rahul Gandhi. When the Congress-led UPA was unseated in 2014, the country's economy was the 11th largest in the world, whereas India was ranked 6th when it gained Independence, the PM pointed out. ''They were intellectuals. However, then came a chaiwala who had Gujarati blood and the economy rose to 5th rank,'' the PM said, adding he did not seek people's blessings for power, prestige and position but to fulfil the pledge of making India the third largest economy. ''You can imagine how much the world's attitude will change towards India when we achieve third rank. India will be self-reliant and will not have to spread its hand before the world for anything. I need blessings to make such an India,'' Modi asserted. Slamming the Congress' ''scholars'' for claiming that the country's economy would achieve third rank by itself and for stating that poverty can be removed in an instant, Modi said these persons had never thought about facing and overcoming challenges and solving problems. ''When the intentions are clean, the results are grand,'' the PM emphasised. Modi said he has three challenges for the Congress, and these are, firstly, giving in writing whether it would provide religion-based quota to Muslims by changing the Constitution, secondly, not taking away reservation benefits of Dalits, tribals and OBCs, and thirdly, that its state governments will not run a hidden agenda of including Muslims in the OBC segment. ''Will Modi stay silent when the country is facing such dangers? Will he ever allow the country to be divided? As long as Modi is alive, he will not allow the country to be divided again in the name of religion,'' he asserted. The Congress' leaders, instead of responding (to such challenges) are misleading the public, he added. Voting on 25 of Gujarat's 26 Lok Sabha seats will take place on May 7. The BJP has won the Surat seat unopposed.
Prime Minister Modi Accuses Congress of Using Divisive Tactics to Unite Vote Bank
Prime Minister Modi Accuses Congress of Using Divisive Tactics to Unite Vote Bank Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Congress was fighting the 2024 Lok Sabha polls with the twin strategy of dividing society in the name of caste and uniting its vote bank through appeasement. Addressing a rally in Jamnagar in Gujarat, the PM said the Congress government in Karnataka issued a ''fatwa'' overnight to include Muslims in the Other Backward Classes segment to give them quota benefits. He further said the Congress planned to change the Constitution to give reservation on the basis of religion. ''The Congress is contesting elections on two strategies. The first is to divide society in the name of caste and the second is unite its vote bank through appeasement,'' Modi said. This is why the Congress party spread an ''absolute rumour'' regarding (curtailing of) reservations to Dalits, Adivasis and OBCs and tried to make it an election agenda, the PM said. ''The poison sprayed by Congress has gone very high and I don't know to what places it will spread by end of this election,'' the PM said. Further slamming the Congress, the PM said its leaders go abroad and defame India through long lectures. ''The ''shehzada'' of the Congress even ridiculed my offering prayers in submerged Dwarka,'' the PM said in a swipe at Rahul Gandhi. Voting on 25 of Gujarat's 26 Lok Sabha seats will take place on May 7. The BJP has won the Surat seat unopposed.
45 Royal Families Extend Support to PM Modi Ahead of Lok Sabha Elections
Surat: I n a significant boost to the BJP before the Lok Sabha elections, 45 royal families have pledged their support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The members of these royal families gathered in Rajkot, where 15-16 royal family members were present, and the others extended their support through a letter. Thakor Saheb of Rajkot Mandhata, Sinhji Jadeja, stated that the members had gathered to discuss the nation's interests. He emphasized the close association of the Rajput community and former rulers with PM Narendra Modi. According to him, all the rulers support PM Modi because of his vision and his efforts to take India to the next level of development through a tech-savvy approach.This announcement comes amid ongoing protests by Kshatriyas or Rajputs in Gujarat against Union Minister Parshottam Rupala's controversial remarks. Rupala had made contentious comments during an election campaign speech in Rajkot, where he praised the Dalits at the expense of the Kshatriyas or Rajputs. Speaking to the media, Sinhji Jadeja emphasized that the ex-rulers of Saurashtra, Kachchh, and Gujarat gathered to discuss the nation's interests and India's position on the international stage. He praised the development in the country over the last 10 years and hailed PM Modi as a global leader, stating unequivocally their fullest support for him.Gujarat, the home state of both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is a stronghold of the BJP, having won all 26 seats in the last two general elections. The state will vote for 25 out of 26 parliamentary seats in the Lok Sabha elections on May 7, with BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal elected unopposed in Surat after the rejection of the Congress candidate's nomination papers. TMC Leader Threatens to Drown Hindus: Humayun Kabir's Controversial Remarks Trinamool Congress Accuses Congress Leader of Promoting BJP Agenda Karnataka Home Minister Hints at Arrest for Prajwal Revanna in Obscene Video Case
Uncontested elections: A challenge to democratic vibrancy
By Prof Afroz Alam In democratic systems, the principle of fair competition among candidates is essential for ensuring political accountability and the effective representation of diverse viewpoints. Uncontested elections, however, may undermine these aspects of the democratic process. A recent example occurred in Surat, Gujarat, where Mukesh Dalal of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) became 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 .
International Day of Yoga becomes global platform to raise awareness: Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha
International Day of Yoga becomes global platform to raise awareness: Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha Surat was infused with the bliss of Yoga during the 'Yoga Mahotsav,' a grand celebration leading up to the International Day of Yoga-2024. Held at the Police Parade Ground in Athwalines, this event, drew a massive crowd. Above seven thousands of eager participants came together for this gala affair, immersing themselves in the practice of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) from 7.00 AM on May 02, 2024. Their overwhelming enthusiasm and active engagement highlighted the increasing significance of Yoga in fostering both personal and societal well-being. The event was graced by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush along with Shri Satyajit Paul, Deputy Director General, Ministry of Ayush; Prof. Avinash Chandra Pandey, Director of the Inter-University Accelerator Centre, New Delhi and Inter-University Centre for Yogic Sciences, Bengaluru; and Vaidya Dr. Kashinath Samagandi, Director of Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY). Their attendance lent a profound significance to the occasion, showcasing a shared dedication to the promotion of Yoga and the advancement of betterment for individuals and communities alike. Their participation underscored a collective commitment to fostering holistic well-being through the practice of Yoga. In his address, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha highlighted that Surat has also made a wonderful contribution to the development of the country. It is a matter of pride for us that Surat has got the title of the cleanest city in the country. Vaidya Kotecha expressed his delight at the gathering for the 'Yoga Mahotsav' in Surat, amidst its serene environment. He commended the attendees for their disciplined presence, which contributed to the success of the program. He said that Yoga has now drawn attention of the world and in IDY 2023 more than 23.5 crore people across the globe practised Yoga. This Year this participation is sure enough to increase. He also said that to mark the occasion of 25th countdown to IDY2024, a major event will also be held in Bodhgaya. He emphasized that in 2015, a significant milestone was achieved when the United Nations declared June 21st as International Day of Yoga. This day serves as a global platform to raise awareness about the many benefits of practicing Yoga, both for physical and mental well-being, and to promote its universal appeal across different cultures and societies. Since its inception, International Yoga Day has been celebrated worldwide with various events, seminars, workshops, and demonstrations aimed at highlighting the profound impact of Yoga on individuals and communities. He also stated that Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of yoga in our country by producing thousands of skilled yoga masters. Dr. Kashinath Samagandi, Director, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), began the event with a warm welcome address, extending his gratitude to all participants for their valuable contributions to the program's success. He underscored the role of Yoga Mahotsav as a crucial stepping stone towards the International Day of Yoga 2024 (IDY-2024), emphasizing its significance in promoting the universal practice of Yoga. The 10th edition of the International Day of Yoga celebrations represents a significant milestone in the journey of this global movement promoting health and well-being. A live demonstration of the Common Yoga Protocol unfolded, showcasing the expertise of the practitioners from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, led by the Director of the institute. Over 5000 Yoga enthusiasts actively participated in the demonstration, collectively engaging in the prescribed Yoga practices outlined in the Common Yoga Protocol. The event was enriched by the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush, Gujrat Yog Board, representatives from the state government, and numerous other distinguished dignitaries and experts. Additionally, the gathering was enhanced by messages from revered Yoga masters and gurus, further illuminating the significance of the occasion. Their collective involvement and guidance added depth to the event, emphasizing the importance of Yoga in promoting personal and societal well-being. The Ministry of Ayush, in conjunction with the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, is orchestrating a series of Mass Yoga Demonstrations and sessions as part of the '100 Days, 100 Cities, and 100 Organizations' campaign- an event to commemorate to IDY-2024. This initiative operates in collaboration with a wide array of stakeholders including schools, universities, institutes, colleges, corporate bodies, as well as all states and union territories. (With Inputs from PIB)
Surat was infused with the bliss of Yoga during the Yoga Mahotsav, a grand celebration leading up to the International Day of Yoga-2024. Held at the Police Parade Ground in Athwalines, this event, drew a massive crowd. Above seven thousands of eager participants came together for this gala affair, immersing themselves in the practice of []
Surat, Indore show BJP-led NDA on course for '400 paar': Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has claimed that the BJP-led NDA is on track to achieve its target of 400+ seats in the Lok Sabha. He highlighted the developments in Surat and Indore, where the BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was elected unopposed after most others withdrew from contest. In Indore, the Congress candidate came out in support of the BJP, with opposition party nominee Akshay Bam withdrawing his nomination papers and switching sides.
Varanasi shouldnt go the Surat way: Comedian Shyam Rangeela to contest against PM Modi in Varanasi
Mimicking the Prime Minister, Mr. Rangeela said that he will answer PM Modi in his own language.
Spree Hospitality Expands to Gujarat, Presents ZiP By Spree Hotels Surat
Spree Hospitality, a subsidiary of EaseMyTrip and a distinguished name in the hospitality industry announces the opening of its newest property, ZiP By Spree Hotels Surat, a contemporary oasis designed to redefine luxury and comfort in the heart of the city. Scheduled to open its doors today, ZiP By Spree Hotels Surat pledges an unmatched... The post Spree Hospitality Expands to Gujarat, Presents ZiP By Spree Hotels Surat first appeared on Hospitality Biz India: Latest News & Analysis . The post Spree Hospitality Expands to Gujarat, Presents ZiP By Spree Hotels Surat appeared first on Hospitality Biz India: Latest News & Analysis .
Comedian Shyam Rangeela to contest from Varanasi against PM Modi
Hyderabad: Comedian Shyam Rangeela announced his candidacy in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and he will be contesting against Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Varanasi as an independent candidate. Shyam Rangeela took to X and announced his candidacy through a video message. The reason behind contesting election is because of the recent BJP's unopposed win in Surat and the issues came up during the Chandigarh mayoral polls, he stated in the video. #ShyamRangeelaForVaranasi pic.twitter.com/8BOFx4nnjn Shyam Rangeela (@ShyamRangeela) May 1, 2024 On April 25, Shyam asked his followers on X whether he should contest from Varanasi as an independent candidate. Shyam Rangeela is known for spot-on mimicry of PM Modi.
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PhoneDekho.co.in: India's Leading Destination for Refurbished Smartphones
PhoneDekho.co.in: India's Leading Destination for Refurbished Smartphones Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 1: Phone Dekho, the re-commerce brand of ACCE Global Software specialising in renewed and pre-owned smartphones, is all set to revolutionise the smartphone buying experience with the launch of its website PhoneDekho.co.in on Wednesday. The portal will offer top-quality smartphone devices at unbeatable prices. PhoneDekho.co.in offers a diverse range of refurbished and pre-owned smartphones from leading brands such as Apple, Samsung, and more. The devices come with a one-year warranty and at half or even lower the price of the new phone. Rozy Shaikh, Founder of PhoneDekho.co.in, said, Our mission is to make high-quality smartphones accessible to all, regardless of budget constraints. We are committed to providing certified refurbished, renewed phones and pre-owned smartphones. Every device we sell undergoes rigorous quality checks and refurbishment processes before being made available for purchase. We also offer warranty to buyers, ensuring reliability along with affordability. What also sets PhoneDekho.co.in apart is its swift delivery service. Customers in most major cities across the country can expect to receive their phones within 24 hours of placing the order. This commitment to prompt service is aimed at addressing address the growing demand for reliable and efficient smartphone purchases. We identified a gap in the market for a trustworthy source of pre-owned smartphones with swift delivery. With PhoneDekho.co.in, customers can now purchase top-quality smartphone devices at a significantly lower cost compared to new phones. Our processes ensure they can flaunt the latest and best smartphones without compromising on quality, Ms. Shaikh said further. The companys journey began in 2019, driven by a desire to address the challenges faced by consumers in the re-commerce market. The company procures used phones from Flipkart, which are then refurbished at its centres in Kolkata and Surat. The phones were sold through the offline channel initially, but the founders realised the huge demand for used phones after they started selling on Amazon, which led them to launch their own website and cater to the maximum number of customers. The launch of PhoneDekho.co.in marks a significant milestone in our quest to serve a wider audience, Ms. Shaikh added. To mark the launch of the website, PhoneDekho.co.in also announced a limited-time offer of Buy 1, Get 1 Free, for its first 25 customers, reflecting its commitment to providing affordable smartphone solutions to customers.
MP opposition leader Singhar distances himself from BJP, takes swipe at Saindia
MP opposition leader Singhar distances himself from BJP, takes swipe at Saindia Leader of Opposition in Madhya Pradesh assembly Umang Singhar of the Congress on Wednesday rejected speculations of joining the BJP and took potshots at Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia whose 2020 switch over led to the collapse of the Kamal Nath government. He alleged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was spreading rumours about defection of senior Congress leaders to divert voters' attention from core issues in the Lok Sabha elections. Singhar targeted Scindia, whose exit from the Congress led to the collapse of the 15-month-old Nath government in March 2020 and paved the way for the BJP's return to power in Madhya Pradesh. Scindia later joined the BJP and became a minister at the Centre. ''BJP leaders from Delhi to Bhopal have been contacting me (for switch over) for the last several years. Even when the Kamal Nath government was toppled, I was given all kinds of inducements. Even then I did not join the BJP because I am Umang Singhar and not Scindia,'' the senior Congress MLA remarked. Singhar was replying to queries from reporters in Indore about speculations of him joining the saffron party. The Congress legislator alleged the ruling BJP is putting pressure on opposition leaders by misusing central agencies like the Enforcement Directorate and the Income Tax Department. ''If the Congress had done this kind of politics in the last 70 years, the BJP would not have been visible today,'' he maintained. The Leader of Opposition targeted six-time Congress MLA from Vijaypur (Sheopur district) Ramniwas Rawat, who joined the BJP on Tuesday. Singhar claimed Rawat joined the ruling party out of greed for a ministerial post and sought to downplay his switch over. ''It doesn't make a difference to the Congress if power-hungry people leave the party,'' he said. Asked about Congress candidate from Indore Lok Sabha seat Akshay Kanti Bam withdrawing his nomination and later joining the BJP, Singhar remarked that it turned out to be a case of an ''unexploded firecracker''. ''Whether it is Surat (where Congress candidate's nomination was rejected) or Indore, the law and the Constitution were openly violated. The BJP is trying to change the Constitution,'' he alleged.
Congress says Modi is nervous even in BJP bastions
Jairam Ramesh, Congresss communication head, questioned PM Modis nervousness in Surat and Indore despite Congresss historical non-winning streak since 1984.reports Asian Lite News Congress general secretary in charge of communications... The post Congress says Modi is nervous even in BJP bastions first appeared on India Daily Digital .
13-year-old pulls off risky theft to buy smartphone
A 13-year-old, inspired by the CID TV serial, stole Rs 10 lakh valuables in Surat's Vastu Luxuria Apartment. The theft was cracked by Umra police, revealing the boy's obsession with buying a smartphone to watch the show.
CFA for Rooftop Solar Scheme still awaited: JAKEDA
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 30: A spokesman of the Jammu and Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) today said that achievement about the implementation of Rooftop Solar Scheme for Jammu city is commensurate to the availability of Central Financial Assistance (CFA). Ever since the sanction of the scheme, financial assistance has not been received from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and communications have been sent to the concerned officers in the Ministry in this regard, he said, adding had [] The post CFA for Rooftop Solar Scheme still awaited: JAKEDA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Surat, Indore show people's affection for BJP, says Rajnath Singh
This time there was a miracle in Lok Sabha elections. The BJP candidate from Surat won unopposed, and the Congress candidate in Indore withdrew his nomination and extended support to the BJP. This shows people's deep affection towards the BJP which is increasing all the time, Singh said.
Amit Shah: PM Modi Can Eliminate Naxalism in Two Years if Given Third Term
Amit Shah: PM Modi Can Eliminate Naxalism in Two Years if Given Third Term If voted to office for a third term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will completely eliminate Naxalism from the country within two years, Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted on Tuesday. Shah claimed the BJP and its NDA allies are winning at least 100 seats in the first two phases of the Lok Sabha elections (covering 190 constituencies) which have concluded and added ''BJP's chariot is moving towards achieving the target of 400-plus seats''. Addressing a poll rally in Ahmedabad city's Naroda area, Shah said before the BJP came to power at the Centre, Naxalites were ''dreaming about creating a red corridor from Pashupatinath in Nepal till Tirupati'' in Andhra Pradesh, but their activities are now confined to just parts of Chhattisgarh. During the last five years, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh have become free from the Naxal menace, noted the senior BJP leader. ''Naxalites still exist in some parts of Chhattisgarh. The BJP has formed a government in that state recently. Just today (Tuesday), the Chhattisgarh police eliminated nine Naxalites. Give a third term to PM Modi and I assure you that Modiji will eliminate Naxalism completely from the country in two years,'' declared Shah. Referring to the BJP's manifesto for the Lok Sabha polls, Shah said the Modi government will provide free healthcare to every individual above 70 years of age under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana. ''Those above 70 years of age, whether crorepati or roadpati (rich or poor), won't have to spend a rupee on medical treatment if PM Modi wins a third term,'' the Union minister told the gathering. He underscored that though former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was an economist, he could not improve India's ranking in the world economy despite being in power for 10 years (2004-14). ''The country's economy remained on the 11th spot during Singh's ten-year tenure. It was PM Modi who turned our country into the fifth largest economy. Just give him a third term and he will take our economy to the third spot,'' said Shah. He alleged that instead of functioning as a constructive opposition, the Congress always opposed pro-people projects in Gujarat, be it BRTS (Bus Rapid Transit System), metro rail or Sabarmati Riverfront. Shah addressed the rally in support of BJP candidate from the Ahmedabad-East Lok Sabha seat, Hasmukh Patel. Voting on 25 Lok Sabha seats (BJP candidate from Surat has been elected unopposed) in Gujarat will take place on May 7 in a single phase. Shah is the BJP candidate from the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat, from where he is seeking a second term. In 2019, the BJP had won all the 26 Lok Sabha seats in Gujarat, the home state of Modi.
Surat redux, almost: Why Congress Indore nominee switched sides to BJP
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Summer trains between SMV Bengaluru, Sambalpur and Surat, Brahmapur
Visakhapatnam : To accommodate the extra passengers in summer, special trains will run between SMV Bengaluru-Sambalpur and Surat Brahmapur. Train No. 08321 Sambalpur, the SMV Bengaluru special train, will leave Sambalpur on Thursdays at 6.45 pm on May 9 and 16, reach Duvvada on the next day at 4.55 am and leave at 5 am to reach SMV Bengaluru at 11.30 pm. In the return direction, Train No. 08322 SMV Bengaluru, Sambalpur special train will leave SMV Bengaluru on Saturdays at 1.30 am on May 11 and 18, reach Duvvada at 8.30 pm, and depart at 8.35 pm to reach Sambalpur on the next day at 6.30 am, according to a statement issued by K. Saandeep, senior divisional commercial manager of Waltair Division. These special trains will have stoppages at Bargarh Road, Balangir, Titlagarh, Kesinga, Muniguda, Singapur Road, Rayagada, Parvatipuram, Bobbili, Vizianagaram, Kothavalasa, Pendurthi, Duvvada, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Ongole, Gudur, Renigunta, Tirupati, Katpadi, Jolarpettai and Krishnarajapuram. Similarly, Train No. 09069 Surat Brahmapur Special will leave Surat at 2.20 pm on Wednesdays from May 1 to 26 and reach Rayagada at 2 pm. In the return direction, 09070 Brahmapur, Surat special will leave Brahmapur at 10 pm on Thursdays from May 22 to June 27 and reach Surat at 6.30 am on Saturdays. This train will have stoppages at Nandubar, Dharangaon, Jalgaon, Bhusaval, Akola, Wardha, Nagpur, Tumsar Road, Gondia, Durg, Raipur, Mahasamund, Khariar Road, Kantabanji, Titlagarh, Kesinga, Muniguda, Singapur Road, Rayagada, Parvatipuram, Bobbili, Vizianagaram, Srikakulam Road and Palasa.
Indore: The Congress party has faced several setbacks in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Firstly, the nomination of their candidate in Surat was canceled, and the Congress candidate from Indore withdrew his nomination. Recently, the High Court rejected the petition of Congress' substitute candidate, Moti Patel, in Indore. The court compared the situation to a waiting ticket on a train, stating that if it's not confirmed, the ticket is automatically canceled. Therefore, the petitioner was advised to approach the Election Commission. Moti Patel approached the High Court after the withdrawal of the Congress candidate, Akshay Bam's nomination. Patel argued that according to the rules, if a Congress candidate's nomination is canceled or withdrawn, the dummy candidate becomes the authorized candidate. However, the court rejected Patel's argument. Meanwhile, the BJP has already secured one seat unopposed, with two more seats considered decided. This was due to various reasons such as the rejection of the nomination of the INDIA alliance candidate for the Khajuraho seat and the rejection of nomination papers of Congress candidates in Surat. Additionally, the Congress candidate, Akshay Bam, withdrew his nomination for the Indore seat, the home district of the Madhya Pradesh State Congress President. On Monday, when the Congress candidate went to Indore to withdraw his nomination, BJP MLA Ramesh Mendola was seen accompanying him to the collector's office. Following this, Akshay Kanti Bam, along with senior Madhya Pradesh leader Kailash Vijayvargiya, joined the BJP. This move has raised suspicions, with some alleging Operation Lotus. There are accusations that the Congress candidate was pressured to withdraw, either by the government or the MLA. ED Detains Former Markfed MD in Rs 140 Crore Custom Milling Scam Case Arvind Kejriwal's Health is Fine, Says Bhagwant Mann After Meeting Jalandhar Police Seizes Gold Worth 60 Lakhs in Phillor Area
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Why is Modi nervous even in BJP bastions: Cong
The Congress on Tuesday alleged that its candidates in both Surat and Indore were threatened, intimidated and bulldozed into withdrawing their nominations, and asked why is Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'so nervous' and 'afraid' even in traditional Bharatiya Janata Party bastions.
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Why is PM nervous even in BJP bastions: Congress jabs PM Modi after setback in Indore, Surat
The Congress Indore Lok Sabha seat candidate Akshay Bam withdrew his nomination on April 29, a fortnight before polling in the constituency
Why is PM nervous even in BJP bastions: Cong jabs Modi after setback in Indore, Surat
New Delhi: The Congress on Tuesday alleged that its candidates in both Surat and Indore were threatened, intimidated and bulldozed into withdrawing their nominations, and asked why is Prime Minister Narendra Modi so nervous and afraid even in traditional BJP bastions. The Congress Indore Lok Sabha seat candidate Akshay Bam withdrew his nomination on Monday, 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 .
Why is PM nervous even in BJP bastions: Congress jabs Modi after setback in Indore, Surat
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday alleged that its candidates in both Surat and Indore were threatened, intimidated and bulldozed into withdrawing their nominations, and asked why is Prime Minister Narendra Modi so nervous and afraid even in traditional BJP bastions. The Congress' Indore Lok Sabha seat candidate Akshay Bam withdrew his nomination on Monday, a fortnight before polling in the constituency. Earlier, the Congress' Surat candidate's nomination form was rejected over discrepancies , paving the way for the BJP nominee to get elected unopposed from the seat in Gujarat. In a post on X, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said, Since 1984 the Congress has not won Surat and Indore Lok Sabha seats. Yet in 2024 Congress candidates in both seats were threatened, intimidated and bulldozed into withdrawing their nominations. Why is the PM so nervous and afraid even in traditional BJP bastions? he said. The Congress on Monday had said there is a hreat to democracy and wondered if there is a free and fair poll when the Election Commission looks the other way while candidate after candidate is being intimidated. 1984 2024 - ? Since 1984 the Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) April 30, 2024
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Congress Candidate Withdraws Nomination in Indore, Alleges 'Threats and Torture'
Congress Candidate Withdraws Nomination in Indore, Alleges 'Threats and Torture' Congress' Indore Lok Sabha candidate Akshay Bam was ''threatened and tortured'' following which he withdraw his nomination, the opposition party's Madhya Pradesh chief Jitu Patwari has claimed while targeting the BJP. Bam withdrew his nomination on Monday, which was the last day for the process. ''Three days ago, IPC section 307 (attempt to murder) was added to an old case against Bam. He was threatened. He was tortured in different ways for the whole night. And today he has withdrawn his nomination,'' Patwari alleged at a rally here on Monday. Bam, his father Kantilal and others are accused in a case that was registered in October 2007. On April 5 this year, the victim filed an application in the court of the judicial magistrate first class (JMFC) seeking adding of section 307 after alleging that one of the accused had fired on him. The plea was accepted on April 24 and Bam and his father have been asked to appear in a sessions court on May 10. ''What is the message in all this? Don't people from Indore have the right to use their vote? If you believe in democracy, please stand up against this dictatorship. This is not just about Congress and BJP. Anyone who wants to vote, and keep reservations and the Constitution strong must stand up,'' Patwari said. Something similar happened in Surat in Gujarat, he added. In Surat, BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was declared elected unopposed last week after Congress nominee Nilesh Kumbhani's form was rejected over irregularities in signature of proposers. Patwari said the BJP is praising itself but what was the mistake of the people of Surat who wanted to elect an MP with the power of their vote. Referring to leaders of various parties, including the Congress, joining the BJP, he alleged the ruling dispensation was misusing official machinery. ''Democracy and the Constitution are under threat,'' he asserted.
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Hyderabad : Yogendra Yadav from the Bharat Jodo Abhiyan, an umbrella body of civil society organisations that has thrown its weight behind the I.N.D.I.A. bloc, is leaving no stone unturned in driving home its message. In an interview to Deccan Chronicle, he regrets that we have come to such a pass now that BJP president J.P. Nadda thinks the idea of bridging income inequality is a Maoist idea and not an objective as part of the directive principles of state policy. Q Why are you calling the 2024 general elections as the most unfair and unequal election? Yadav: There has always been some degree of unevenness in the electoral arena. The ruling party had more money power and state power and enjoyed preferential treatment by the media. There have been state-level elections which have been completely unfair. The elections in Punjab in 1982, and Assam in 1983 were boycotted by people. The polls in Bengal in 1972 were rigged and the Kashmir polls of 1987 were a joke. But so far no national election has come in this category, not even the one in 1977. The media has never targeted the opposition actively unlike now. The Election Commission has not been so partisan ever. The resignation and appointment of new members to the body was akin to giving a chance to one of the teams to choose the referee in a football match. Twenty crore people are being called ghuspaithiye and the EC sends notice to the party president Nadda instead of the Prime Minister. After Surat, now a Congress candidate from Indore has withdrawn his candidature from the Lok Sabha campaign. Such things happen in panchayat polls. Why did all contenders withdraw after the Congress candidate withdrew in Surat? This is a blot on our democracy. The EC had during Vajpayees tenure in 2002 called election commissioners from 70 countries and asked me to deliver a lecture on democracy. Q What role do you see for the civil society organisations in the general elections now? What impact do you think this campaign has had so far? Yadav: The civil society has come together under the banner of Bharat Jodo Abhiyan. Our role is to approach various sections like traders, Dalits, farmers, minorities and human rights activists and bring them together. Our teams are working in some constituencies on the ground. In Telangana, we are working in Mahbubnagar, Zaheerabad, Chevella, Secunderabad, Karimnagar, Adilabad and Nizamabad constituencies. Q What do you think is the narrative that can bring the people together in the present circumstances? Yadav: When PM Narendra Modi is being projected, we are focusing on the mudda (issue) and there is our narrative and we talk of real issues of the people. When they rake in Hindu-Muslim issues, we are talking of jawan and kisan, and the talk of mandir is fended off by talking of mehangai (price rise). The bulldozer is being pitted with talk of berojgari (employment). When they use money to spread lies, we are spreading the truth of Manipur. Q Do you think the opposition I.N.D.I.A. bloc has been able to do that? What do you think are the shortcomings of the alliance if any? The I.N.D.I.A. bloc has done less than what was needed, hence the need for us to pitch in. The manifesto of the Congress has addressed a few pain points of the people. It would have helped if the parties had come up with a joint declaration or guarantees. Q What is your opinion on the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Aravind Kejriwal and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren? We are treading on the path of Russia. All legal arguments put forward on their arrest are a distraction. Probe into the liquor policy has been happening for two years now. Why not wait for another two months? There is no danger of them running away. It should be remembered that I have criticised the Delhi liquor policy. Even a child now knows that inconvenient players are being removed from the field. Based on suspicion, half of Modis cabinet can be arrested after the exposure of electoral bonds. What is happening now is 100 times worse than the dislodging of N.T. Rama Rao in united AP in 1983. Q. How is the present situation different from the emergency imposed between 1975 and 1977? The Emergency then was visible unlike now when it is invisible and more difficult to expose. The Emergency then ended after the period. They are not even pretending and are brazenly deciding who has to be the CM of a State. Moreover, there was no targeting of a community and being reduced to second grade citizens. Q. Why do you think the political rhetoric of the BJP has changed after the first phase of elections spearheaded by none other than the Prime Minister? Post Ayodhya temple consecration the BJP thought it would be a cake walk for them. But in Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, they are falling short by 10 seats in each of them. So after realising that leaving alone 400 or even 300 would be difficult for them, Modi has fallen back on their tried and tested rhetoric of whipping up communal passions. He knows that the economy is in shambles, with rural distress, massive unemployment, livelihood crisis and farmers are angry. But the EC is just watching. People know everything, I trust them. public sab janti hai (public knows everything).
Congress cries foul as party's Indore nominee Akshay Bam defects to BJP
The Congress party faced another setback as its candidate, Akshay Kanti Bam, from the Indore Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh, withdrew his nomination and joined the BJP. Congress alleged that Bam was pressured due to pending cases against him, including a murder charge. This incident follows a similar defection of the Congress candidate in the Surat seat of Gujarat last week. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate described these actions as a hreat to democracy, accusing the BJP of coercing candidates and their proposers.
Very big betrayal: Digvijaya on withdrawal of nomination by Congress candidate from Indore
Digvijaya Singh, a senior Congress leader, expressed disappointment over Akshay Kanti Bam's withdrawal from the Indore Lok Sabha seat contest, calling it a very big betrayal. Singh clarified that while he had family relations with Bam, the ticket was given by the Congress party. Bam's withdrawal comes as a blow to the Congress in Madhya Pradesh, following a similar incident in Surat, Gujarat, where the BJP won uncontested after the Congress candidate's nomination was rejected and others withdrew.
Congress alleges betrayal as candidate withdraws from Indore by-poll
Congress alleges betrayal as candidate withdraws from Indore by-poll Congress veteran Digvijaya Singh on Monday termed as ''a very big betrayal'' the withdrawal of the candidature by the party nominee from Indore Lok Sabha seat, Akshay Kanti Bam. '''Bahut badi gaddari ki hai'....It is a very big betrayal. This was not expected from him,'' Singh told PTI in Rajgarh. When asked whether he had supported Bam's candidature, Singh said, ''The ticket was given by the Congress party''. Singh, however, admitted that he had family relations with Bam. In a major blow to the Congress in Madhya Pradesh after the Surat fiasco, Bam withdrew from the Indore contest on Monday. He is apparently headed to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) camp. The Congress has dubbed Bam opting out of the poll race on the last day of the withdrawal of nominations a ''threat to democracy''. Notably, the BJP marked its first victory in Lok Sabha polls last week from the Surat seat in Gujarat after the nomination form of the Congress' candidate Nilesh Kumbhani was rejected over discrepancies and other contestants opted out of the race, which ensured BJP nominee Mukesh Dalal getting a walkover.
In MP Congress Indore Candidate Withdraws Nomination And Joins BJP
In a major setback to Congress, the party's candidate for Indore Lok Sabha constituency in Madhya Pradesh Akshay Kanti Bamb on Monday withdrew his nomination. The Congress candidate went to the local returning officers office along with BJP MLA Ramesh Mandola in the afternoon to withdraw his candidature. State minister and senior BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya later posted a photograph on his X, formerly twitter, account showing him in the company of Mr Bamb. He said that the BJP welcomed him into the party. Eight other candidates (all independents) in the seat withdrew their candidature, leaving total 14 candidates including BJP nominee and incumbent MP Shankar Lalwani to remain in the fray. Indore is going to polls in the fourth phase of elections in Madhya Pradesh along with eight other seats on May 13. April 29 was the nomination withdrawal day for the fourth round of elections in the state. Incidentally, Mr Bamb hails from the home town of state Congress president Jitu Patwari and is said to be his close confidant. Mr Patwari meanwhile accused BJP of taking recourse to coercive measures to force Mr Bamb to withdraw his candidature. Mr Bamb was subjected to harassment by the BJP to force him to withdraw the nomination. An additional section under Indian Penal Code (IPC) was added to an old case to put pressure on him to withdraw candidature. This clearly indicates that democracy in the country is in danger, he said. Meanwhile, sources said that Congress is seriously planning to extend support to one of the 13 independent candidates currently in the fray from the seat to take on the BJP. Chief minister Mohan Yadav however said that Congress candidates were forced to join the fray in the LS polls against their will by the party fearing defeat. He also demanded resignation of PCC president Mr Patwari for the resignation of a large number of Congress leaders including Mr Bamb from the party in the recent past. Earlier this month, nomination of the Opposition alliance candidate from Khajuraho LS seat in the state, Meera Yadav of Samajwadi Party (SP) was rejected over some discrepancy, forcing Congress to extend its support to the All India Forward Bloc (AIFB) candidate in the constituency R B Prajapati to take on BJP. State BJP president Vishnu Dutt Sharma was seeking re-election in the Khajuraho LS seat which went to polls in the second phase polling in the state on April 26. In a similar incident, nomination of candidate for Surat Lok Sabha seat in Gujarat was rejected over some discrepancy, leading to election of BJP candidate in the seat Mukesh Dalal, unopposed.
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Congress candidate from Indore withdraws nomination; likely to join BJP
INDORE: In a major setback to the Congress in Madhya Pradesh, its Indore Lok Sabha seat candidate Akshay Kanti Bam withdrew his nomination on Monday, a fortnight before polling in the constituency. He is likely to join the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Indore Collector Ashish Singh confirmed that Bam has withdrawn his nomination. Senior BJP leader and state cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya posted a picture on his X account in which Bam was seen sitting in a car with him. Local BJP MLA Ramesh Mendola was also seen accompanying them in the car. Mendola is a trusted associate of Vijayvargiya. The minister said Bam was welcome to join the BJP. Congress Lok Sabha candidate from Indore Akshay Kanti Bam is welcome to the BJP under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, party national president JP Nadda, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and state president VD Sharma, Vijayvargiya said. @narendramodi , @JPNadda , @DrMohanYadav51 @vdsharmabjp pic.twitter.com/1isbdLXphb Kailash Vijayvargiya (Modi Ka Parivar) (@KailashOnline) April 29, 2024 The Congress had fielded Bam (45), a newbie in the poll arena, against sitting BJP MP Shankar Lalwani (62) from the Indore Lok Sabha seat, which is a stronghold of the saffron party. Polling in Indore will be held on May 13. Meanwhile, police have been deployed outside Bam's house in Patrakar Colony. Local Congress leaders started gathering outside his house. Bam has not contested any election in his political career so far. The Congress offered him the opportunity to contest from Indore at a time when several party workers, including three former MLAs of the party, have switched sides and joined the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Indore, the largest constituency in the state in terms of number of voters, has 25. 13 lakh electors. The BJP has expressed confidence of winning the seat by a margin of eight lakh votes this time. Nomination fiasco: Kumbhani breaks silence on rejection of nomination from Surat LS seat
Congress's Indore candidate withdraws nomination, joins BJP
Akshay Kanti Bamb withdrew from Indore candidacy to join another party. Nilesh Kumbhani of Surat faced suspension for alleged BJP ties, leading to rejected nominations and substitute candidate's invalidation.
After Surat, Congress candidate from Indore withdraws nomination, joins the BJP
Akshay Kanti Bam, Congress candidate from Indore, withdrew his nomination on Monday. Accompanied by BJP MLA Ramesh Mendola, he visited the Collector's office to formalise the withdrawal.
Another Surat? Congress's Indore candidate opts out, BJP welcomes him to party
Another Surat Congresss Indore candidate opts out BJP welcomes him to party
Kerala: BJPs lone Muslim pick defends Modis Rajasthan speech
MALAPPURAM: NDA Malappuram candidate M Abdul Salam, the lone Muslim candidate from the BJP in fray, defended the partys decision to expel BJPs Minority Morcha Bikaner district president Usman Ghani, and Prime Minister Narendra Modis recent remarks at an election rally in Rajasthans Banswara last week that snowballed into a controversy. In an apparent reference to the Muslim community, the PM had claimed that the Congress will distribute citizens property among infiltrators and those who have more children if voted to power. Speaking to a news channel in New Delhi, Ghani had said he was disappointed with Modis observations. He was later expelled for his comments against Modi. Speaking to TNIE , Salam said Ghani should have maintained party discipline. Ghani was dismissed as he made statements that should not have been made while he is a member of the party. In any party, leaders should maintain at least minimum discipline. You will have to obey some policies of the party, even if you dont agree with them. And, if you cannot accept them, you should quit the party, Salam said. As for Modis speech, Salam said it was an attack on the Congress, not the Muslim community. He was attacking the Congress party at the election campaign in Rajasthan, not Muslims. He criticised the practices of the Congress, citing that public funds were being utilised to entice a specific segment of the populace to secure their votes, Salam said. Salam had some unpleasant experiencing while campaigning in the Muslim-dominated Malappuram Lok Sabha constituency. Salam said proper party machinery could have overcome such anti-BJP sentiments. The party has a significant presence at nationally, but organisational machinery commensurate with the partys national presence was not operational in the constituency from where I contested, he said. However, Salam said he was confident of enhancing the BJPs vote share in Malappuram constituency.
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No truth in Rahul Gandhi's allegation that BJP will abolish quota: BJP MLA Purnesh Modi
No truth in Rahul Gandhi's allegation that BJP will abolish quota: BJP MLA Purnesh Modi Accusing the Congress of appeasement and vote bank politics, Gujarat BJP MLA Purnesh Modi said that there is no truth in the aseless allegations of the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi about abolishing the reservations. The BJP MLA also assured that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah also said that the Congress leader is spreading rumours. It is Rahul Gandhi's nature to make baseless allegations during every election. Regarding reservations, PM Modi and Union HM Amit Shah have also said Rahul Gandhi is spreading lies and rumours. In reality, there is nothing like this, he said. Our slogan is 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas. There is nothing about abolishing the reservations... The Congress brings up such issues during elections for appeasement and vote bank politics..., the BJP leader said. Speaking to ANI on Sunday, the Union Home Minister reaffirmed that as long as the BJP-led NDA was in power, there would be no rethink on reservations or quotas to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes. Rahul Gandhi is trying to mislead people by spreading canards against us. The BJP has been at the helm of this country for 10 years now and was elected with absolute majority twice. If we had, indeed, been working with the intention or motivation to put an end to reservations in the country, it would have happened by now. These are nothing but lies. Narendra Modi-ji has already assured the Dalits, backward classes, and our tribal brothers and sisters across the country that as long as the BJP is in power, no one can dare take back reservations, Shah told ANI. A sitting MLA from the Surat (West) in Gujarat, Purnesh Modi had filed a criminal defamation suit against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his 'Modi' surname remark. A Surat court later convicted and sentenced Rahul Gandhi in the case which resulted in his disqualification as Lok Sabha MP. The Congress leader challenged his conviction at the Supreme Court, which stayed the Surat court ruling and his membership of the lower House of Parliament was eventually restored. The 2024 general elections are being held in seven phases. Polling for the first phase was held on April 19 and for the second phase it was held on April 26. The counting and results will be declared on June 4. (ANI)
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Amit Shah thanks Gujaratis for BJPs win in Surat
AHMEDABAD : Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the BJP has secured its first victory in the Lok Sabha elections from the Surat constituency even before the counting of votes, attributing it to the foresightedness of the people of Gujarat. In 2014 and 2019, the wonderful people of Gujarat endorsed Narendra Modis leadership by giving all 26 Lok Sabha seats to the BJP. This time taking it a step further, even before the counting, people have ensured that the account has already been opened in Surat... Now, a hat-trick awaits in the remaining 25 seats, and representatives in the name of Narendra Modi will be sent to Parliament, Shah said at an election rally at Jamkandorna in Rajkot district. BJPs Surat nominee Mukesh Dalal was elected unopposed after Congress candidate Nilesh Kumbhanis nomination was rejected for allegedly forging the signatures of his proposers, and others withdrew from the fray. Shah expressed the confidence that the BJP is leading in the seats that went to polls in two phases on April 19 and 26. Two phases have been completed. Do you want to know the results? Will you keep it a secret? Do not tell it to anyone After two phases, it is now clear that Rahul Gandhi is finished. From east to west and north to south, there is only one resounding soundthat of Modi, Modi, Modi. The whole country has decided to make Narendra Modi Prime Minister for the third term, Shah said while campaigning for BJP candidate Mansukh Mandaviya in Porbandar constituency. Taking a jibe at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, the BJP leader said, Congress president Kharge says, what have people of Gujarat and Rajasthan got to do with Kashmir. I want to tell him, Kharge saheb, you are over 80 years old, but you still havent grasped the essence of our nation. Every youth in Jamkandorna is prepared to sacrifice their lives for Kashmir... You tell me, shouldnt Article 370 have been abrogated? Shah criticised the Congress for deviating from the Ram mandir issue during its 70 years of governance, attributing it to vote bank politics. He said, For over 500 years, our Lord Ram remained confined to a tent in an unknown area. Modiji, after 500 years, restored the pride of Lord Ram by constructing a magnificent Ram mandir. Lauding the economic achievements of the BJP government, the Union minister said, Congress had left the country in the 11th position among the world economies. It is Modiji who has elevated it to number 5. I guarantee you that if you elect Modi as PM for the third time, he will propel the country to become the worlds third-largest economy.
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Congress suspended Friday its disqualified Surat LS candidate Nilesh Kumbhani for six years, accusing him of negligence or collusion with BJP even as he stayed incommunicado and released a video pledging allegiance to the party. Kumbhanis nomination was rejected on April 22 after his three proposers claimed their signatures were not theirs.
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SURAT: Nilesh Kumbhani, whose nomination form for Surat Lok Sabha seat in Gujarat was rejected on April 21 due to issues with the signatures of proposers, on Friday claimed his Congress colleagues did not help during campaigning. The party hit back saying the cancellation of nomination was part of Kumbhani's plan. Kumbhani was suspended for six years by the Congress earlier in the day, which said the party's disciplinary committee had concluded that his nomination form was rejected due to gross negligence on his part or in connivance with the BJP. Congress suspends Surat LS candidate Nilesh Kumbhani whose nomination form was rejected In a video he shared with the media, Kumbhani said he had received offers from the BJP in the past but remained with the Congress all these years and even kept his office open in Varachha area despite losing elections. When I was coming to Ahmedabad to file a petition in the High Court regarding my nomination form, some Congress workers had staged a protest outside my house in Surat, which forced me to return. Congress leaders used to remain absent during my poll rallies as well as my door-to-door campaign, he claimed in the video. The Congress leadership did not even give a list of workers who were supposed to be given booth duties during the election. Those who are speaking against me today are actually working in connivance with the BJP and left me to fend for myself. Though I was denied a ticket in the 2017 assembly polls, I did not desert the Congress, he further claimed. Hitting back at Kumbhani, Gujarat Congress leader Prafull Togadia said the former had betrayed his party and the people of Surat. He is making false allegations. He first made his relatives his proposers and then claimed they were kidnapped. When we asked him to lodge a police complaint, he told the media nothing happened. It was his plan to get his nomination cancelled. People of Surat will never forgive him, claimed Togadia. BJP wins Surat seat after poll officer rejects Congress candidate's nomination papers Kumbhani, who was a former corporator in the Surat Municipal Corporation, had unsuccessfully fought the 2022 assembly polls on a Congress ticket from Kamrej. On April 21, his nomination form was rejected after his three proposers submitted affidavits to the district returning officer claiming the signatures on it were not theirs. The nomination form of Suresh Padsala, the Congress' substitute candidate, was also invalidated on the same grounds. On April 22, the BJP's Mukesh Dalal was declared elected unopposed from Surat after all other candidates, including from the BSP, withdrew their nominations. Following the declaration of result on April 22, Kumbhani had gone incommunicado and his whereabouts are still not known. Surat Congress candidate's wife says Nilesh Kumbhani missing
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