Hemant Soren, Ex-Jharkhand CM, Arrested by ED Amidst Allegations of Political Vendetta and Unsubstantiated Charges
Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren before his arrest by ED yesterday said, "Most probably ED will arrest me today, but I am not worried as I am Shibu Soren's son. After a full day of questioning, they decided to arrest me in matters which are not related to me. No evidence has been by them found yet. They also tried to spoil my image by conducting raids at my Delhi residence. We have to fight a new fight now against those who commit atrocities against the poor, Adivasis, Dalit and the innocent."
Will conduct countrywide caste census after coming to power: Rahul
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday asserted that a countrywide caste census would be conducted if the party comes to power at the Centre in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. While addressing a rally as part of 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in West Bengal's Malda district, Gandhi accused the RSS and the BJP of propagating hatred and violence. "We want social justice. After we come to power at the Centre, we will conduct a countrywide caste census to find out the number of Dalits and people from other backward communities," he said. Accusing the BJP and RSS of propagating hatred and violence, Gandhi underscored the essence of the yatra, stating, "The word 'nyay' (justice) has been attached to the yatra because injustice prevails across the country."
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Affirms Commitment to 60% Kannada Signage Ordinance, Plans Assembly Session Approval
On 60% signage in Kannada ordinance clarification given by the Governor, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "What the Governor has said is to pass it in assembly session, he hasn't rejected the ordinance. We'll pass it in the assembly session."
CBI Arrests APFC, Enforcement Officer, Both of EPFO And a Middleman In Case Of Bribery
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested one Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) & an Enforcement Officer, both of EPFO, Lucknow and a middleman in a case of alleged bribery of Rs 8 lakhs.
Seven-time Kerala MLA PC George’s Kerala Janapaksham Merges With BJP
Seven-time Kerala MLA PC George's Kerala Janapaksham (Secular) merges with the BJP ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Polls, in New Delhi.
CBI Arrests EPFO Officials in Lucknow for Alleged Rs 8 Lakh Bribery; Middleman Also Nabbed
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested one Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) & an Enforcement Officer, both of EPFO, Lucknow and a middleman in a case of alleged bribery of Rs 8 lakhs.
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal Vows to Remain an Activist, Expresses Concern Over Suspension of Opposition MPs
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal says, "Today is a big day for me. Today I took an oath that my life will be dedicated to the country. I am an activist, and I will always be an activist. I will always raise the issues from the ground level. If all the MPs of the opposition will be suspended then who will question the government. So suspending the opposition MPs is a sad thing."
Seven-time Kerala MLA PC George’s Kerala Janapaksham merges with the BJP
Seven-time Kerala MLA PC George's Kerala Janapaksham (Secular) merges with the BJP ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha Polls, in New Delhi.
ED issues fresh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal
ED issues fresh summons to Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal to join investigation on February 2 in its ongoing probe in Delhi Excise policy case: Sources
AAP-Congress talks on seat sharing on track
In Delhi, AAP-Congress talks on seat sharing are on track. AAP and Congress are working on a 4-3 formula for Delhi: Congress Sources