Tag: Indian Politics

उत्तर प्रदेश की योगी आदित्यनाथ सरकार मिर्जापुर का नाम बदलकर ‘विंध्याचल धाम’ करने की तैयारी के अंतिम चरण में पहुँच गई है। जिला प्रशासनिक समिति ने प्रस्ताव को मंजूरी दे दी है और अब इसे कैबिनेट के समक्ष पेश किया जाएगा। दशकों पुरानी इस मांग के पीछे मां विंध्यवासिनी धाम की धार्मिक महिमा, त्रिकोण दर्शन की परंपरा और क्षेत्र की सांस्कृतिक पहचान को सशक्त करना मुख्य कारण हैं। नाम बदलाव से धार्मिक पर्यटन और स्थानीय अर्थव्यवस्था में तेज उछाल की उम्मीद जताई जा रही है।

Nitish Kumar was sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister for a record ninth term, marking yet another historic milestone in his decades-long political journey. Governor R.V. Arlekar administered the oath at Raj Bhavan, where BJP leaders Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha also took charge as Deputy CMs. With a 24-member NDA cabinet and the Prime Minister’s strong endorsement, Nitish begins what may be his final and most defining innings.

The NDA has reached a historic peak in subnational political power, now commanding 56% of all MLAs across India with a total strength of 2,315 legislators. Powered by its sweeping Bihar victory and the BJP’s record 1,654 MLAs, the alliance now dominates 20 states and Union Territories, marking its strongest legislative footprint to date.

Marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, BJP will organize a month-long Unity March across Rajnandgaon and nationwide, connecting Patel’s vision of national integration with PM Modi’s mission of a self-reliant India.

BJP has appointed Chhattisgarh Tourism Board Chairman Neelu Sharma to a key organizational post for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, recognizing his experience and track record in past state polls across India.

Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has debunked claims that judicial delays are keeping activist Umar Khalid behind bars, instead pointing to repeated adjournments and the eventual withdrawal of his bail plea by his own legal team, led by Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal. Chandrachud clarified that court records show Khalid’s lawyers sought adjournments on half the listed hearings in the Supreme Court, challenging narratives of a biased judiciary. With the Delhi High Court again rejecting Khalid’s bail plea on September 2, 2025, Chandrachud’s remarks shift focus to defense tactics and legal strategies, rather than judicial conduct, as the main reason for delays in the high-profile case.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an emotional address at a public rally, said that his late mother had nothing to do with politics, yet the abusive remarks made against her caused him deep pain. He urged the RJD–Congress alliance to apologize to the people, stressing that while he may personally forgive, the citizens of India will never forget the insult to a mother.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has stirred a major political storm by claiming that Rahul Gandhi’s much-ridiculed "Pappu" image is actually a clever disguise for a deeper political conspiracy. Rijiju argued that Gandhi’s actions are not foolish mistakes but calculated moves backed by an ecosystem designed to destabilize Indian politics. While BJP supporters echoed the minister’s concerns, critics dismissed it as a diversion from governance issues. The Congress has yet to respond, but insiders view the remarks as a sign of Rahul Gandhi’s growing political influence.

BJP’s youth wing staged a massive protest in Rajnandgaon, burning Rahul Gandhi’s effigy over his alleged objectionable remarks against PM Modi in Bihar. Led by BJP and BJYM district leaders, the protest at Mahavir Chowk drew more than 100 workers, who accused the Congress of repeatedly insulting the Prime Minister and undermining democratic values.

BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad has slammed Congress Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his controversial “atom bomb” and “hydrogen bomb” remarks, calling them irresponsible and irrelevant to electoral discourse. While Gandhi linked his explosive metaphors to alleged voter list irregularities, the BJP dismissed them as theatrics. The exchange reflects the intensifying BJP-Congress rivalry ahead of upcoming elections, highlighting concerns over electoral integrity and political accountability.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah sparked a political stir in the Lok Sabha with his bold retort to opposition doubts over securing a two-thirds majority for a key bill, asserting that the numbers would be proven on voting day. His sharp reply has fueled intense debate across political circles.

A fresh controversy erupted after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed that late Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had threatened him over the farm laws. Jaitley’s son, Rohan Jaitley, strongly refuted the claim, pointing out that his father passed away in 2019, while the farm laws were introduced in 2020. Emphasizing Arun Jaitley’s democratic values, Rohan called the statement factually incorrect and urged Rahul Gandhi to show restraint when speaking about those who are no longer alive. The BJP has backed Rohan’s statement and demanded an apology from Gandhi.