Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan Clarifies: Z+ Security Decision Made by Central Government, Not Personal Request
On Z+ Security cover, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan says, "I have not asked for anything. I am rather praising the Kerala Police. I have never asked for additional security. This is the Central Government's own decision."
Kerala CM Calls for Protest at Jantar Mantar Against Central Government’s Negligence on Feb 8
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan says, "On February 8, 2024, state ministers, MPs, MLAs and many eminent personalities will protest at Jantar Mantar (in Delhi) against the negligence of the central government towards the states. CMs of non-BJP ruling states are also invited to join the protest."
Amit Shah’s Two-Day Visit To Bengal From Jan 28 Postponed: BJP
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's scheduled two-day visit to West Bengal from January 28 has been postponed, a BJP leader said here on Saturday. "Amit Shah-ji's two-day visit to West Bengal from January 28 has been postponed. The new dates for his visit will be announced shortly," he said. Shah was scheduled to address a public gathering at Mecheda in Purba Medinipur district on January 29 afternoon and to hold organisational meetings to evaluate the party's readiness for the Lok Sabha polls. The BJP, which clinched 18, out of the state's 42 parliamentary seats, in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, has set ambitious goals of securing over 35 seats in the upcoming elections.
Lalu Prasad Yadav Directs MPs to Stay in Patna Amid Political Uncertainty in Bihar
Bihar Politics: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav has asked all MPs to stay in Patna for the next few days. The former Bihar Chief Minister has also asked MPs not to switch off their mobile phones and be prepared for all adverse situations.
Delhi Court Summons Rabri Devi, Misa Bharti, and Others in ED Chargesheet; Sets Appearance Date for February 9, 2024
Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi takes cognizance of ED's chargesheet and issues summons to Bihar former CM Rabri Devi, daughters Misa Bharti, Hema Yadav and other accused. The court also issued a production warrant for businessman Amit Katyal, who is presently in Judicial Custody in the case. Special Judge Vishal Gogne while passing the order says, there are sufficient grounds to take cognizance. The court has fixed February 9, 2024 for the appearance of the accused persons before the court
PM to inaugurate the Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Supreme Court of India on Sunday noon
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Supreme Court of India on Sunday noon on the apex court premises. Marking the 75th year of the Supreme Court, the Prime Minister will launch citizen-centric information and technology initiatives that include Digital Supreme Court Reports (Digi SCR), Digital Courts 2.0 and new website of the Supreme Court. He will also address the gathering on this special occasion.
Opposition-Led INDIA Bloc Approaches Jitan Ram Manjhi Amid Bihar Political Crisis; Rahul Gandhi Urges His Inclusion
Bihar Political crisis: Opposition-led INDIA bloc has now reached Hindustani Awam Morcha chief Jitan Ram Manjhi to discuss the ongoing political crisis. Senior Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel, who has been appointed as senior observer for Bihar, is likely to meet Manjhi shortly. Rahul Gandhi has called Manjhi requesting him to join the INDIA bloc. - Sources
Jairam Ramesh Reveals Congress President’s Multiple Attempts to Contact Busy Bihar CM Nitish Kumar
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh says, "I can formally say that Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge tried to talk to Bihar CM Nitish Kumar not just once, but several times. However, the Bihar CM is busy."
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge writes to West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge writes to West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to issue directions to appropriate authorities to ensure safe passage to 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' passing through the state.
Shashi Tharoor Commends Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury’s Apology for Derek O’Brien Remark
On Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's apology tweet for Derek O’Brien, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says "I think we should leave this issue now as what Adhir has done is good, he has apologised (for his statement that Derek O’Brien is a foreigner)."