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BJP MLA Bhawna Bohra Facilitates Return of 125 Hindus; One of Chhattisgarh’s Wealthiest Legislators

13Nov

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Chhattisgarh, Politics, State

BJP MLA Bhawna Bohra Facilitates Return of 125 Hindus; One of Chhattisgarh’s Wealthiest Legislators

BJP legislator Bhawna Bohra from Pandaria has once again made headlines for her social initiatives. Recently, she facilitated the return of 125 Hindus from 41 families who had converted to other religions, during a ceremony held in Kabirdham district. On the occasion, Bohra personally welcomed the returning families. Who is Bhawna Bohra?Bhawna Bohra represents the Pandaria Assembly constituency in Kabirdham. She contested her first election in 2023 on a BJP ticket and won. Actively engaged in social work, she has been working to bring back people who had converted in the predominantly tribal areas of her constituency. One of the Richest MLAs in ChhattisgarhAccording to her 2023 election affidavit, Bohra owns assets worth over ₹33 crore, along with liabilities exceeding ₹6 crore. She ...

Akhilesh Yadav Dismisses Bihar Exit Polls, Confident Tejashwi Yadav Will Become CM

13Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Akhilesh Yadav Dismisses Bihar Exit Polls, Confident Tejashwi Yadav Will Become CM

Patna, Bihar: Despite exit polls predicting a return of the NDA government in Bihar, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav is confident that Tejashwi Yadav will take oath as the state’s next Chief Minister. Speaking to the media, Akhilesh Yadav questioned the credibility of the exit polls, asserting that the people of Bihar have voted for change. Allegations Against BJP’s Exit Poll TacticsAkhilesh Yadav alleged that the BJP is attempting to influence the results by commissioning biased exit polls among its supporters. He said, “The people of Bihar have voted for change. Tejashwi Yadav is going to become the Chief Minister. The BJP is deliberately using exit polls to mislead the public and prevent the Mahagathbandhan from forming the government.” Tejashwi Yadav Warns of Potential M...

Prashant Kishor Faces Potential Setback in Bihar, Exit Polls Suggest Defeat

13Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Prashant Kishor Faces Potential Setback in Bihar, Exit Polls Suggest Defeat

Patna: Political strategist-turned-full-time politician Prashant Kishor (PK), who launched his Jan Suraj Party and contested the Bihar Assembly elections, is facing a challenging outcome as results are set to be announced this Friday. Kishor had previously stated that the party would consider anything below 150 seats as a defeat. Early exit polls suggest that the party is unlikely to cross even a fraction of this target, with some surveys projecting just 1–5 seats. Political analysts suggest that PK must now prepare for a potential setback. PK’s Earlier Political JourneySix years ago, Prashant Kishor had faced a similar disappointment during the Jharkhand Assembly elections, despite being a top strategist and holding a leadership position in JD(U). At that time, PK was the second most i...

ati Narsinghanand Giri Sparks Controversy, Calls for Destruction of Al-Falah University and Other Institutions

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

ati Narsinghanand Giri Sparks Controversy, Calls for Destruction of Al-Falah University and Other Institutions

H Y Ghaziabad / Uttar Pradesh: A video of Yati Narsinghanand Giri, Mahamandaleshwar of Juna Akhara, has gone viral, triggering nationwide outrage. In the video, Giri demanded the army use artillery to demolish four major universities: Al-Falah University, Aligarh Muslim University, Jamia Millia Islamia, and Darul Uloom Deoband. The statement comes in the wake of the Delhi car blast on 10 November near Red Fort Metro Station, which left 12 dead and over 20 injured. Giri claimed that until these institutions were destroyed, the country could not be considered safe. Security agencies are already on high alert following the blast, conducting raids at suspected locations. Uttar Pradesh has been placed on red alert, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and DGP Rajiv Krishna di...

ost Bihar Election: Smaller Parties Could Decide Formation of Next Government

12Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

ost Bihar Election: Smaller Parties Could Decide Formation of Next Government

P B Patna: In Bihar, the balance of power often revolves around smaller political parties, whose limited seats are offset by strong local influence and social base. Following the 2025 Assembly elections, these parties are expected to play a key role in government formation once again. Smaller Parties Holding the Key Even with fewer seats in the Assembly, smaller parties wield considerable influence due to their solid grassroots support. Alongside the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan, several minor parties have emerged as active players on the ground, confident that the key to forming the next government could rest in their hands. Vote Share Underscores Influence In the 2020 elections, the NDA won 125 seats while the Mahagathbandhan secured 110, highlighting the decisive role o...

Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha Thanks Public, Targets Opposition After Election Results

12Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha Thanks Public, Targets Opposition After Election Results

Patna: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha expressed his gratitude to the people of the state following the 2025 Assembly elections, asserting that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is set to form the government with a decisive majority. He emphasized that the electorate has once again placed its trust in Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, valuing his experience, dedication to development, and commitment to a corruption-free administration. Strong Message to Opposition Deputy CM Sinha launched a sharp attack on the RJD-Congress alliance, criticizing their “grand promises” and what he called “empty rhetoric.” He claimed that the youth leaders of both parties, Tejashwi Yadav and Rahul Gandhi, were taught a lesson by Bihar’s voters. He added that the opposition, frustrated b...

Why Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Struggles to Establish JDU Base in Jharkhand: The Kurmi vs. Kurmi/Kudmi Politics

12Nov

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Why Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Struggles to Establish JDU Base in Jharkhand: The Kurmi vs. Kurmi/Kudmi Politics

Ranchi, Jharkhand: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, a stalwart in state politics for nearly two decades and a nationally respected leader, has struggled to establish a strong Janata Dal United (JDU) base in neighboring Jharkhand. Despite efforts, the party has failed to make significant inroads in the state. Attempts to Navigate Ethnic EquationsAhead of the Jharkhand Assembly elections in November 2024, a crucial meeting was held at Nitish Kumar’s official residence in July 2024, attended by Jharkhand JDU leaders and Bihar ministers. The focus was on understanding the state’s complex ethnic dynamics, particularly the aspirations of the Kurmi/Kudmi community, which has long sought recognition as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Jharkhand. In an effort to appeal to Kurmi voters, Nitish Kuma...

Major Shake-up in Uttarakhand Congress: Ganesh Godiyal Reappointed as State President; 27 District Chiefs Announced

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Major Shake-up in Uttarakhand Congress: Ganesh Godiyal Reappointed as State President; 27 District Chiefs Announced

Dehradun: In a significant organizational reshuffle, the Indian National Congress has once again appointed Ganesh Godiyal as the President of the Uttarakhand Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC). The decision, announced on Tuesday through an official press release by AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, has injected fresh energy into the party’s state unit ahead of the 2027 Assembly Elections. Alongside Godiyal’s appointment, the party also announced 27 new district presidents and constituted two crucial committees to gear up for the upcoming polls. Former state president Pritam Singh will head the Campaign Committee, while senior leader and former cabinet minister Dr. Harak Singh Rawat has been tasked with leading the Election Management Committee. Outgoing state president Karan Mahra...

Uttarakhand Emerges as Investors’ Hotspot Under CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bags Five National Awards in BRAP 2024

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Emerges as Investors’ Hotspot Under CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bags Five National Awards in BRAP 2024

Dehradun: In a remarkable achievement, Uttarakhand has strengthened its position as one of India’s most business-friendly states by winning five top national awards under the Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP) 2024. These recognitions, the highest received by any state or Union Territory, highlight Uttarakhand’s rapid transformation into a preferred destination for industrial investment under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The awards were presented during the ‘Udyog Samagam 2025’ held in New Delhi, where Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal felicitated State Industries Secretary Vinay Shankar Pandey and Director General & Commissioner of Industries Dr. Saurabh Gaharwar. Union Minister of State Jitin Prasada was also present on the occasion. ...

Ganesh Godiyal Appointed as Uttarakhand Congress President Again

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Ganesh Godiyal Appointed as Uttarakhand Congress President Again

Dehradun: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has made a major organizational reshuffle in Uttarakhand ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Senior party leader Ganesh Godiyal has been appointed as the new Uttarakhand Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President, replacing Karan Mahara. This marks the second time Godiyal has been entrusted with the state leadership, as he previously served as PCC Chief in 2021. His reappointment has sparked enthusiasm among party workers, who view it as a strategic move by the Congress high command to strengthen the party’s position in the hill state. According to an official letter issued by Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, several other key appointments were also made: Pritam Singh, MLA from Chakrata and former PCC Chief, has been n...