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Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends Statehood Day greetings, credits PM Modi's "unwavering faith" for state's development push

Marking the 26th Uttarakhand Statehood Day, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the people of the state, crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's affection for 'Devbhoomi' and faith in its peo... read..

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends Foundation Day greetings, credits PM Modi's "unwavering faith" for state's development push

Marking the Uttarakhand Foundation Day, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the people of the state, crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's affection for 'Devbhoomi' and faith in its people ... read..

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"BJP elected Vijay through unlawful means": DMK's TKS Elangovan hits back at TVK amid Periyar library row

The political row over book purchases for Coimbatore's Periyar Arivalayam escalated on Monday with DMK spokesperson TKS Elangovan alleging that the BJP had "elected" Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay through "unlawful" means, as he dismissed corrup... read..

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"Well-thought-out conspiracy": BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal slams AAP, blames stubble burning for Delhi pollution

BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal on Monday termed rising air pollution in Delhi a conspiracy by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), alleging vigorous stubble burning in Punjab ahead of Diwali.... read..

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"Poison has seeped into Delhi’s air": Former Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi slams BJP Government over rising air pollution

Former Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi on Monday criticised the BJP government over rising air pollution in the national capital, saying the Air Quality Index (AQI) had reached dangerous levels and demanding concrete measures to address the situation.... read..

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"May Goddess Lakshmi bring prosperity": BJP President Nitin Nabin extends Diwali greetings to nation

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, extended warm greetings to the nation, praying for the happiness, prosperity, and good health of all citizens.... read..

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"Pollution due to your corruption": Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra accuses Kejriwal of planning campaign to target Diwali, Sanatan Dharma

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra launched a scathing attack on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, alleging that a campaign was being orchestrated at Kejriwal's residence to target the Hindu festival of Diwali and Sanatan Dharma under the ... read..

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"Present true AQI to public": AAP's Saurabh Bhardwaj claims Delhi Govt "manipulating" pollution data post-Diwali

As post-Diwali smog blanketed the national capital, Delhi Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) president Saurabh Bhardwaj on Monday accused the government of manipulating AQI data, asking for "true" numbers for pollution. ... read..

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BJP accuses Congress of appeasement politics after Kharge's "Diwali an Eid of happiness" remark

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday mounted a scathing attack against Congress after party president Mallikarjun Kharge called Diwali an "Eid of Happiness". The ruling party termed it Congress' attempt to appease a vote bank ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pra... read..

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"Uttarakhand reaching new heights of development": PM Modi hails Devbhoomi's progress on State Foundation Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended his heartfelt greetings to residents of Uttarakhand on the occasion of the state's Foundation Day, commending its rich cultural heritage, rapid progress across various sectors, and spiritual significance, in... read..

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CM Dhami hails PM Modi's leadership as Uttarakhand celebrates State Foundation Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his message on Uttarakhand State Foundation Day, appreciating the state's culture.... read..

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PM Modi slams Congress govts for leaving Naxalism unaddressed, says they treated it as "incurable disease"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday targeted previous Congress governments over their handling of Naxalism during their tenure, alleging that they treated the menace as an "incurable disease" and left it unaddressed, while asserting that the country wi... read..

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"Very grateful for thoughtful words": Telangana CM Revanth Reddy expresses gratitude to PM Modi on warm birthday wishes

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday expressed appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for warm wishes on the occassion of his 57th birthday.... read..

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“First Diwali since nation won decades-long battle against Naxalism”: PM Modi in Bastar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday celebrated Diwali with security personnel deployed in anti-Naxal operations in Bastar, describing the occasion as special as it marks the first festival of lights since the country became free from Naxalism.... read..

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“Will not allow Rahul Gandhi to attend summit”: Telangana BJP chief threatens black-flag protest

Telangana Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Ramchander Rao on Sunday threatened to stage a black-flag protest against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's proposed visit to the state on November 14 to attend the Bharat Summit, asserting that the party woul... read..

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"Source of strength for party": Piyush Goyal highlights LK Advani's dedication to nation, BJP

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday described veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani's decades-long public career as a source of strength and inspiration for the nation and the party.... read..

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"When internal security is strong, external enemies cannot succeed": PM Modi praises security forces in Naxal-free Bastar

Celebrating Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the region’s transformation from a Naxal stronghold to a land now celebrating freely,  asserting that strong internal security is signi... read..

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"May God bless you with good health": Congress MP Rajeev Shukla extends birthday wishes to BJP veteran LK Advani

On the occasion of veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani 99th birthday, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Shukla on Sunday extended warm birthday greetings.... read..

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Rajasthan CM and Deputy CM participate in Diwali celebrations at BJP headquarters

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa on Sunday participated in Diwali celebrations at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state headquarters in Jaipur, where Sharma said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was follow... read..

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"Orders of Mulayam Singh": OP Rajbhar hits out at Samajwadi Party over 1990 Kar Sevak firing incident

Uttar Pradesh Minister OP Rajbhar on Sunday asserted that the firing on Kar Sevaks in 1990 was ordered by the then-Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav, who himself spoke on the incident in the Lok Sabha and the Legislative Assembly.... read..

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"Endured agony of Partition yet remained steadfast": BJP President Nitin Nabin recalls LK Advani's role in Ram Mandir movement

Celebrating the entry of the party's veteran leader LK Advani into his 100th year, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national president Nitin Nabin on Sunday recalled his role in the Ram Mandir movement, stating that the temple in Ayodhya stands as the culmina... read..

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"Modi-Shah led BJP effectively consigned Advani to 12 years of exile": Sanjay Raut

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, accusing them of sidelining veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani despite his significant contribution to the party's rise ... read..

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"Set new standards of integrity & Leadership:" Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extends birthday greetings to veteran leader LK Advani as he enters 100th year

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh extended birthday greetings to veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Sunday, emphasising that Advani has set new standards of integrity, dedication and leadership throughout his public life. ... read..

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Appeal to Delhi residents to celebrate pollution-free Diwali: Minister Ravinder Indraj

  On the eve of Diwali, Delhi’s Social Welfare Minister, Ravinder Indraj Singh, extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Delhi and the country.... read..

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"Nurtured generations, gave party the foundation": PM Modi pens tribute to LK Advani on his 100th birthday

As veteran BJP leader LK Advani turns 100, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday penned a heartfelt article on his "everlasting contribution to India", recalling Partition, the Emergency, Rath Yatra and his role in building the BJP. ... read..

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Sudarsan Pattnaik celebrates LK Advani's 99th birthday with special sand sculpture at Puri beach

Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani turned 99 on Sunday, with renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik marking the occasion by creating a special sand sculpture at Puri beach and offering prayers f... read..

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"May sacred festival bring happiness:" Congress LoP Rahul Gandhi extends Diwali greetings

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday extended greetings on Diwali, wishing for happiness, peace, and harmony in people's lives. ... read..

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Maharashtra CM Fadnavis celebrates Diwali with Lohari Sawanga farmers, PM Modi praises gesture

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday celebrated Diwali with farmers of Lohari Sawanga village. This gesture earned praise from PM Modi, who noted that this act reflects the NDA government's compassion and commitment to farmer welfare in ... read..

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BJP organises havan at headquarters to celebrate LK Advani's 99th birthday

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday organised a havan from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM for former Deputy Prime Minister LK Advani on his 99th birthday. ... read..

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PM Modi to celebrate Diwali with security forces in Bastar, Chhattisgarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Bastar in Chhattisgarh to celebrate the auspicious festival of Diwali with the security personnel deployed in Ant-Naxal operations in rge region. ... read..

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"Nurtured generations, gave party the foundation": PM Modi pens tribute as LK Advani enters 100th year

As veteran BJP leader LK Advani enters his 100th year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday penned a heartfelt article on his "everlasting contribution to India", recalling Partition, the Emergency, Rath Yatra and his role in building the BJP. ... read..

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PM Modi greets nation on Diwali, to continue tradition of celebrating festival with jawans

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended Diwali greetings to people across the country, wishing them happiness and prosperity.... read..

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"Only for selling books": BJP's Kishore Upadhyay on Sonia Gandhi's emergency a "mistake" remark 

Assam BJP Chief Spokesperson Kishore Upadhyay on Sunday criticised Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi over her remarks describing the imposition of the 1975 Emergency as a mistake, saying that acknowledging the decision as an error cann... read..

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"Won't blame Delhi CM alone, PM Modi and Amit Shah should also be questioned": Manoj Jha on Delhi air pollution

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Jha on Sunday questioned both the Centre and the Delhi government over the air pollution situation in the national capital, asking what concrete preparations had been made throughout the year to tackle the recurring pro... read..

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PM Modi visits LK Advani’s residence as veteran leader enters 100th year

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of veteran leader LK Advani to greet him on his birthday as he entered the 100th year of his life, while several political leaders, including former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, former President Ram Nath... read..

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State govt to launch campaign from Dec 1 encouraging voluntary contributions to electricity subsidy: Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday announced that the State government will launch a campaign starting December 1 to encourage those who wish to willingly contribute toward the electricity subsidy.... read..

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"They have consistently insulted our great historical figures": BJP's Mohsin Raza targets Sonia Gandhi over her Babri masjid remarks

BJP leader Mohsin Raza on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi over her remarks on the Babri Masjid, accusing the Congress leadership of sympathising with invaders and separatists and questioning its stan... read..

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Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai hails PM Modi's Bastar Diwali visit with Jawans as 'matter of pride'

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Sunday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bastar on the occasion of Diwali, where he celebrated the festival with security personnel, calling it a matter of pride for the region.... read..

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Opposition leaders defend Akhilesh Yadav's proposed Ayodhya visit, question BJP's objections

Opposition leaders on Sunday backed Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's proposed visit to Ayodhya, with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh and Congress leaders Udit Raj and Rajendra Pal Gautam asserting that visiting places of worship is a matter of... read..

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“Lord Ram belongs to everyone”: Congress leader Udit Raj on Akhilesh Yadav’s proposed Ayodhya visit

Congress leader Udit Raj on Sunday said Lord Ram belongs to everyone and described religion as a matter of faith and devotion, reacting to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav’s proposed visit to Ayodhya.... read..

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"Country does not belong to just one religion": Congress' Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury questions BJP govt over temple fund

Questioning West Bengal government over proposed Rs 1,000 crore spending over the next two years to renovate and restore ancient temples and monasteries across the West Bengal under 'Tirthakshetra Circuit', Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Sunday... read..

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"They have created chaos in the country": Congress MP Imran Masood attacks Centre over PM Modi's Bastar speech

Congress MP Imran Masood on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Centre while reacting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech in Bastar, accusing the government of undermining democracy, damaging the economy and favouring industrialists.... read..

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Assam BJP celebrates Diwali with diyas, firecrackers at Guwahati office

The Assam unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrated Diwali at its state headquarters in Guwahati by lighting diyas and bursting firecrackers, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state BJP president Dilip Saikia extending festive greeting... read..

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PM Modi calls on President Murmu, exchanges Diwali greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and exchanged Diwali greetings.... read..

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PM Modi meets former President Ram Nath Kovind on occasion of Diwali

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met former President Ram Nath Kovind and his family on the occasion of Diwali and extended festive greetings to them.... read..

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“Iron man”: Andaman & Nicobar L-G Dinesh Sharma on LK Advani entering 100th year

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Lieutenant Governor Dinesh Sharma on Sunday extended his wishes to former Deputy Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna LK Advani on his birthday, describing him as a leader with the qualities of an iron man and a towering personality... read..

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“Lord Ram knows who ordered firing on kar sevaks”: BJP leader Navnit Rana targets Akhilesh Yadav 

BJP leader Navnit Ravi Rana on Sunday criticised Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over his proposed visit to Ayodhya, invoking the police firing on kar sevaks and alleging that former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav had ordered the fi... read..

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“BJP should adopt the habit of zero”: SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav ahead of proposed Ayodhya visit

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government over alleged irregularities in the construction and development projects in Ayodhya, accusing it of hurting the sentiments and interests of resident... read..

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“Strong leadership can turn vision into reality”: BJP leader Yaser Jilani on PM Modi's Bastar visit

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Yaser Jilani on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and determination during his visit to Bastar in Chhattisgarh, saying the region, once considered an unlikely place for Diwali celebrations, was no... read..

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‘People cannot always be misled through fear, prejudice and hatred’: Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Arshad Madani on Gaza, US election results

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Arshad Madani has said that the recent election results in the United States and Israel carry a message for those who use religion to divide people and spread hatred for political gains, asserting that “people cannot ... read..

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"This is a brazen assault on all institutional norms": Jairam Ramesh criticises PM Modi over 'Dimagi Naxal' remark

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Sunday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his "Dimagi Naxals" remarks, accusing him of using the occasion of Diwali to target political rivals and alleging that his comments reflected a pattern of branding those who ... read..

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