Urging voters to bid a ‘permanent’ electoral farewell to Congress leader Digvijaya Singh, Union Minister Amit Shah on April 26 used a famous Urdu couplet of Fidvi Lahori and appealed to people in Madhya Pradesh’s Rajgarh to defeat him by a record margin. He called upon voters in Madhya Pradesh’s Rajgarh to give a huge victory to the BJP candidate Rodmal Nagar. Addressing the public meeting, Home Minister Amit Shah said, “Now, it is the time to bid a permanent farewell to him (Digvijaya Singh) from politics, but I have a request to you all that do his permanent farewell, but- Aashiq Ka Janaza Hai Zara Jhoom Ke Nikle... and for this, you have to ensure his defeat with a huge margin of votes. People of Rajgarh should make him sit at home.”
27 April,2024 12:50 PM IST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on April 24 launched attacks on the Modi-Govt alleging injustice to “90% of Indians”. “All of them, who claim to be patriotic, are afraid of X-Ray… PM Modi says that there are only two religions in India, the rich and the poor… this is not a political issue for me…This is my life’s mission… There can be a compromise in politics but not in life’s mission,” said Rahul Gandhi.
24 April,2024 08:44 PM IST
Amid the Israel-Iran conflict, tensions in the Middle East surged as Iran launched over 200 projectiles at Israel, purportedly in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on its consulate in Syria. Iran issued warnings of even stronger actions against Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel pledged both defensive and offensive responses, citing years of preparedness for direct Iranian aggression. Israel claimed to have successfully intercepted 99% of the 300 drones and missiles fired at them. Additionally, Israel urged the UN Security Council to promptly convene and designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak condemned the Iranian strike as a dangerous escalation and expressed intent to work with allies to de-escalate tensions, seeking meetings with G7 leaders. Amidst the deepening crisis in the Middle East, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other world leaders expressed solidarity with Israel. UN Chief António Guterres and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also condemned the attack. However, amid the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran later announced the conclusion of military operations against Israel, cautioning that US support for Israel could jeopardize American bases in the region, as reported by CNN.
24 April,2024 08:03 PM IST
The nation is in a rage after the murder of Neha Hiremath, daughter of a Congress Councillor in Hubbali. MoS Shobha Karandlaje and BJP Mahila Morcha held a protest against Hubbali murder case in Bengaluru. A candle march was taken out by the protestors in memory of Neha. Congress Councillor’s daughter Neha Hiremath (24) was stabbed to death on college premises by her classmate on April 18. Union Minister Shobha said, “Neha Hiremath's murder happened inside the college campus. State govt is not taking any action against him and they're trying to close this case. Because, Siddaramaiah is doing vote bank politics now, to make minorities happy and get their votes, govt is taking the murder of Neha Hiremath easy...”
24 April,2024 02:03 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Janjgir-Champa, on April 23. PM Narendra Modi said, "Congress people say that they will break Modi's head. As long as the mothers and sisters of my country are with me, no one can do anything to Modi. These mothers and sisters are my 'Raksha Kavach'..."
24 April,2024 12:28 PM IST
BJP National President JP Nadda and Union Minister Pralhad Joshi visited the residence of Congress corporator Niranjan Hiremath in Hubbali on April 21. The Congress corporator’s daughter Neha Hiremathn (23) was stabbed to death by her college friend on April 18. Neha Hiremath’s parents expressed grief for the loss as the BJP leaders assured them justice. JP Nadda and Pralhad Joshi along with the family members paid respect to the late Neha Hiremath as they showered flowers on her picture. "This is a shocking incident and we condemn it... This murder is an attack on humanity. CM Siddaramaiah's & Home Minister G Parameshwara's statements on this incident are objectionable. Their statements dilute the investigation. The people of Karnataka will not spare the current govt for appeasement politics...State govt should hand over the case to CBI if State Police is incapable of carrying out a probe. Hiremath has also demanded a CBI inquiry into the incident as he has less faith in the State police," said JP Nadda.
22 April,2024 04:53 PM IST
Niranjan Hiramath, father of the 24-year-old girl, who was stabbed to death by an unidentified person on a college campus in Hubbali, said that the authorities’ inquiry has not been up to the mark in the case and demanded a CBI Probe into the case. Congress Councillor of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation, Niranjan Hiremath said, "I have given the name of 8 people openly. They have not even caught one person. I am losing faith now. They are trying to divert my case. Give it to CBI if you cannot do it... The commissioner in this case is a lady, even then she is not taking a girl's murder seriously... She is working under some pressure... I demand the commissioner should be transferred for negligence in the case... I demand that the case should be given to CBI.”
22 April,2024 10:50 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 20 reacted to the gruesome killing of 24-year-old Neha Hiremath in Karnataka’s Hubballi. The victim, Neha Hiremath, daughter of Congress Corporator Niranjan Hiremath, succumbed to multiple stab wounds inflicted by Fayaz, a former friend and classmate who has since been arrested. Neha was declared ‘brought dead’ after she was rushed to the hospital post the incident. Pro-Hindu groups and BJP supporters also staged a protest outside the Vidyanagar Police Station. A massive political row erupted in Karnataka. People demanded justice for Neha. Watch video
21 April,2024 01:38 PM IST
After the Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility behind the firing at superstar Salman Khan's Mumbai residence, Rakhi Sawant, who shares a close rapport with the actor, came out in his support and pleaded for his life to be spared. In a video shared on social media, Rakhi, who has been a constant on the reality show 'Bigg Boss' was seen breaking down on camera. She said that Salman has helped her on multiple occasions financially. Watch the video for more.
16 April,2024 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai
In this exclusive interview with Midday, Shiv Sena’s Rajya Sabha elect from Maharashtra, Milind Deora shared his ambitious vision for the transformation of India's financial capital - Mumbai, into a bustling hub of innovation, opportunity, and sustainable growth. Drawing inspiration from the successes of Dubai and Singapore, he envisions a Mumbai characterized by cutting-edge technology, seamless connectivity, and vibrant urban spaces. Join the conversation as Milins Deora shares his vision for a better Mumbai.
15 April,2024 07:25 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
