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'The Constitution Is Empty For Narendra Modi': Rahul Gandhi
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi says that the Constitution that I show in public meetings is empty. The Constitution is empty for Narendra Modi because he has never read it. They say that Rahul Gandhi shows the red coloured Constitution. Modi Ji, its colour doesn’t matter to us, but we are ready to give our lives to protect what is written inside it,” Rahul Gandhi said in rally in poll-bound Maharashtra.
Nov 14, 202413:43 IST
Congress Slams Maharashtra Govt On Soyabean Procurement Issue
The Congress on Thursday slammed the Mahayuti government and said that the state has purchased only 3,888 metric tonnes of soyabean while Telangana has procured nearly 25,000 metric tonnes of it, asserting that this is the difference between “those who are committed to farmer welfare and those who are committed to their own purse and power”. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said Maharashtra’s procurement period for soyabean – the shortest of all states – will end in 15 days.
Nov 14, 202412:56 IST
Our Constitution Contains Soul Of India: Rahul Gandhi
Our Constitution contains soul of India and principles envisaged by national icons: Rahul Gandhi at rally in Maharashtra’s Nandurbar.
Nov 14, 202412:54 IST
'They Never Read Constitution': Rahul Gandhi Blank Pages Book Controversy
Those who say I show “red book with blank pages in it” have never read the Constitution: Rahul Gandhi at Nandurbar in Maharashtra
Nov 14, 202412:27 IST
Won't Allow 'Vote Jihad' In Maharashtra Polls: BJP MLA Nitesh Rane
Maharashtra BJP MLA Nitesh Rane has said he will ensure “vote jihad” does not happen in the upcoming state assembly polls and maintained he was not afraid of the multiple FIRs pertaining to hate speeches registered against him.
In an interview to PTI, Rane asserted he has “not done anything wrong” by taking the side of his “dharma” or community.
Nov 14, 202411:59 IST
Mahayuti To Make Clean Sweeps In Mumbai, Konkan: Piyush Goyal
Mumbai and Konkan assembly constituencies would see clean sweeps for the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance n the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections, said Piyush Goyal on Thursday at the CNBC-TV18 Global Leadership Summit (GLS) 2024.
Nov 14, 202411:50 IST
AIMIM Contesting On 16 Out Of 288 Seats In Maharashtra: Owaisi
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi said to ANI, “… As per our strategy we are contesting on 16 seats… Everyone puts forward their point during elections. After elections everyone gets back to their work… We are just focusing on doing our job… AIMIM candidates will win both seats of Aurangabad…”
Nov 14, 202411:44 IST
Priyank Kharge Criticises UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticised Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday following his remarks against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, accusing Yogi of engaging in “vote bank politics.” Kharge urged the UP CM to focus on winning elections based on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s achievements rather than “sowing seeds of hatred” for political gain.
“Win elections on PM Modi’s achievements, not by fostering division in society for political advantage,” Kharge posted on X.
Nov 14, 202411:24 IST
Politics Over Bag-Checking, Mahayuti Refutes Uddhav's Claims By Video Proofs
Another issue that has grabbed headlines in this Maharashtra Assembly elections is the checking of bags. The Mahayuti has refuted Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray’s claims and shared videos of bag-checking of their leaders too.
Nov 14, 202410:48 IST
Why Mahayuti, Union Govts Keen on Undermining Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Congress
The Congress on Thursday asked PM Modi why the Mahayuti and the Union governments keen on “undermining” Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Ahead of Modi’s rallies in poll-bound state, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh posed three questions to him, including what is his vision to address water scarcity in Marathwada.
Why is the Mahayuti and the Union Government keen on “undermining” Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Ramesh asked.
“Raigad was the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj – one of India’s greatest sons, whom the Mahayuti Government in Maharashtra and its patron in New Delhi have been undermining,” Ramesh said in a post on X.
Nov 14, 202410:43 IST
Very Interesting Situation: PC Chacko On On Supreme Court Orders Ajit Pawar's NCP To Not Use Sharad Pawar's Image
On Supreme Court orders Ajit Pawar’s NCP to not use Sharad Pawar’s image, Kerala NCP-SCP President PC Chacko says, “This is a very interesting situation in Maharashtra. In the last election also, Ajit Pawar faction was using Sharad Pawar’s photograph… Unfortunately the backstabbers are using Sharad Pawar’s photo, then and even now. This the second time that the SC is giving such directions… This shows they are losing day by day and NCP-SCP is winning. More than that, this election has only one leader in Maharashtra… People have sympathy for Sharad Pawar… They should follow the SC order otherwise the consequences will be severe.”
Nov 14, 202409:56 IST
Ajit Pawar Will Not Be Present In PM Modi's Dadar Rally
Ajit Pawar will not be present in PM Modi’s Shivaji Park rally today due to prior engagements.
Nov 14, 202409:55 IST
NCP Gave 10% Tickets To Muslim Candidates: Ajit Pawar
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said that out of all the tickets his party has given, 10% candidates were from Muslim community.
“When I gave tickets to candidates, 10% candidates were from Muslim community. I gave ticket to Nawab Malik, some people protested, but despite that I gave him ticket from Party,” he said.
Nov 14, 202409:41 IST
PM Modi To Participate In BJP Booth Sammelan On Nov 16
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in BJP booth sammelan ahead of Maharashtra Elections.
“Our dedicated workers are working whole heartedly to give BJP a big victory in the Maharashtra Assembly Elections. I am very much looking forward to interact with the party workers during the ‘My Booth Strongest’ program on November 16 at 11:30 am,” he said on X.
Nov 14, 202409:31 IST
How Is RSS Preparaing For Mahayuti's Victory In Maharashtra
From asking its Swayamsevaks to be available round-the-clock to call for mock meetings in the dead of the night to check preparedness, the Sangh is virtually leaving nothing to chance this time in Maharashtra. All RSS cadres have been asked not to switch off their mobile phones from now till the last ballot is polled. The order is not just for the low-ranking Swayamsevaks deployed in the state, but also the four area in-charges of Maharashtra
Read full Article Nov 14, 202409:22 IST
In Marathwada Uphill Battle, BJP Depends On Eknath Shinde’s Appeal
The chief minister’s posters dot Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and the Mahayuti is reminding voters that it changed the name of the city which was associated for decades with Aurangzeb who had ordered the killing of Chhatrapati Sambhaji.
Read full Article Nov 14, 202409:19 IST
When Is Maharashtra Election?
Maharashtra will vote in a single phase on November 20 and the votes would be counted on November 23.
Nov 14, 202409:08 IST
Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti Will Register A Massive Victory, Says Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said, “After being troubled by the divisive politics of Sharad Pawar and the Congress, it is now decided that Mahayuti will win. The reports are coming which indicate that Mahayuti will register a massive victory and a stable and strong government will be formed in Maharashtra…You can misguide people only once through your fake narratives…When the double-engine government of PM Narendra Modi and Mahayuti worked together, it benefitted the farmers…”
Nov 14, 202408:53 IST
Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti Govt Committed to Develop Infrastructure, Says CM Shinde
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday said that NDA government in the state is committed to develop infrastructure in Palghar.
He highlighted major ongoing and upcoming projects including the Vadhvan Port which involves an investment of Rs 76,000 crore and plans to extend the Mumbai Sea Link from Versova to Virar, Palghar and Dahanu.
Nov 14, 202408:47 IST
Maharashtra Polls: Rs 1.5 Crore Cash Seized From Motorbike Rider In Nagpur
Ahead of the voting, the Nagpur Police have detained a 42-year-old individual who was possessing Rs 1.5 crore cash.
The Election Commission has been notified about it amid the concerns that the money could be linked to electoral malpractices.
The man, resident of Yashodhara Nagar, was stopped during a routine check in Central Avenue area on Wednesday night, an official from Tehsil police station said, as reported by PTI.
