In this second video of the Mid-day series Straight Talk, Political Strategist Ritwik Mehta breaks down the winning strategy deployed by the Bhartiya Janata Party, Annamalai’s fandom, the Modi Factor, Congress’ downfall, Political chaos in Maharashtra, Bihar politics, prospects of INDIA Alliance along side BJP making inroads in states of West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. From grassroots mobilization to high-level coalition building, Mehta offers invaluable insights into how the BJP navigates the complex landscape of Indian politics dethroning long-standing political parties in the process. Watch exclusive insights into the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections 2024, as political analyst Ritwik Mehta delves into understanding the inner workings of India's political parties with Katyayani Kapoor.
15 April,2024 08:30 PM IST
Home Minister Amit Shah on 10th of April took a sharp jibe at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He alleged Mamata of welcoming Rohingyas in West Bengal. Amit Shah said, “"Mamata Didi will not stop infiltration because these infiltrators are her vote bank. PM Narendra Modi and the BJP government can stop infiltration in Bengal. We stopped infiltration in Assam. I have come to tell you Modi's guarantee that make us cross 30 seats, and form a BJP government in Bengal, we will stop infiltration." Watch video for more.
10 April,2024 04:31 PM IST
A deadly cyclone wreaked havoc in parts of WB’s Jalpaiguri as rain and hailstorms hit area causing major damage to life and property. As many as five people have lost their lives over 100 got injured as weather’s wrath on March 31. JGMCH Medical Superintendent said that as many as 49 are admitted and over 170 patients reported in emergency department. Taking to ‘X’, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assured supporting affected families and compensation to them. She visited Jalpaiguri to take stock of the situation and also met the victims at the hospital. WB Governor CV Ananda Bose also set up an emergency cell at Raj Bhavan to deal with storm in Jalpaiguri
01 April,2024 11:17 AM IST
Home Minister Amit Shah addressed apprehensions regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act and the potential for the Modi government to become dictatorial if the NDA secures over 400 seats in the Lok Sabha elections. Shah referenced historical precedents, noting instances when the Gandhis, including Rajiv Gandhi, secured similar majorities
15 March,2024 11:24 AM IST
Ever since the rules have been notified by the Indian government for implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act, it has become one of the most debatable topics in the recent times. While a section of people oppose it, others support it and even celebrate it. While the law was introduced way back in the year 2016 and passed in the parliament in the year 2019, it is now that it is going to be enforced. But what is CAA or the Citizenship Amendment Act that is so controversial right now? With Lok Sabha Elections just weeks away, how is it going to impact the Elections 2024? Watch the video to know more.
13 March,2024 06:56 PM IST
Trinamool Congress on March 10 launched its election campaign with a massive public rally at the Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata. TMC followers gathered in huge numbers to give a warm welcome to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and TMC General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee. The mega ‘Jonogorjon Sabha’ rally marked the first time where a cross-shaped ramp was set up as leader Abhishek Banerjee spoke close to the supporters. TMC announced the names of the 42 candidates during the rally for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections including leaders like Shatrughan Sinha and Yusuf Pathan.
10 March,2024 05:32 PM IST
Sandeshkhali victims after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 6, said that they felt very relieved to talk to the Prime Minister. One of the victims said, “We told him openly about the atrocities being committed on every person. We told the Prime Minister how we were tortured. He assured us of help. We voted the Chief Minister to victory but she insulted us. She did not even talk to us. We felt very good after talking to PM Narendra Modi. We requested him to deploy the Central Force here because we have no faith in the state government.” The Sandeshkhali horror has shaken the nation with tales of women being raped by TMC leader and his henchmen. The incident led to Sandeshkhali violence.
06 March,2024 08:26 PM IST
Women from Sandeshkhali were set to participate in a women's rally to be addressed by the Prime Minister on March 6 in Barasat, West Bengal. Expressing their intentions, a resident said, “We are heading to PM Modi to implore him to guarantee our right to vote, demand justice for the atrocities against women, and advocate for peace.” Another local said, “We are going to see Narendra Modi. We will ask him to give us our right to vote back. The way Shahjahan Sheikh took back our voting rights that shouldn’t happen again.” mphasising the statements of the two previous locals, another local woman said, “We want our peace and voting rights back. Up till now, the guns of Shahjahan and Shibu Hazra didn’t let us vote. We want to live peacefully in our area.
06 March,2024 05:07 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 6, addressed a rally in West Bengal’s Barasat. PM Modi during his address trained guns at the Mamata Banerjee led TMC government in West Bengal over Sandeshkhali incidents and alleged atrocities against the women. "TMC govt can never provide protection to women. Whereas, the BJP govt has decided to award life imprisonment for heinous crimes like rape. The women of Bengal have come out to destroy the ‘Gunda Raaj’ in Bengal… For easy registration of women's complaints, we have arranged for a 'Women Helpine', but the TMC govt is not letting it operate in West Bengal. This TMC govt can never work for the welfare of women,” said PM Modi
06 March,2024 03:34 PM IST
PM Modi is currently in Barasat, Bengal. While addressing the crowd, PM Narendra Modi on 6th of March shared his inspiring untold story of his life as a common man and how he started his journey. He said that, I left home when I was really young with just a jhola in my hands. He added that he was roaming around in the city with a hope. He didn't even have a single penny in his pockets and struggles a lott. PM Modi got really emotional while sharing his story about his humble beginnings. Watch video for more.
06 March,2024 02:57 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
