PM Modi Apologizes to Dalit Leader at Madiga Rally in Telangana
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Madiga community rally in Telangana and apologized for the broken promises made by political parties towards the Dalit community after Independence. This is the first time a Prime Minister has attended a meeting of the Madigas. PM Modi also urged the community to be cautious of the Congress and the BRS party, stating they are anti-Dalit. The Madiga Reservation Porata Samithi has been demanding sub-categorization of reservations for Scheduled Caste communities for over three decades. Modi’s presence at the rally is seen as a significant move to reach out to the Dalit community.
‘Takes a lot of courage to lie’: Kamal Nath slams CM Shivraj Chouhan over BJP manifesto
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Senior Congress leader Kamal Nath criticized Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for not fulfilling promises made in the BJP manifesto. Nath accused Chouhan of lying about the Ladli Bahna Yojana and questioned why no announcement was made regarding it in their manifesto. The BJP promised pucca houses and employment opportunities in their 96-page manifesto. Kamal Nath assured the women of the state that the Congress would provide them with ₹1,500 per month and gas cylinders at ₹500 under the ‘Nari Samman Yojana’. Other promises made by the Congress include waiving farmers’ loans and reintroducing the Old Pension Scheme. Madhya Pradesh will vote on November 17, and the counting of votes will take place on December 3.
‘Very painful’: Kejriwal shares photo of Sisodia hugging wife before leaving
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal shared a photo of Manish Sisodia, the former Education Minister, hugging his wife before returning to jail. Kejriwal expressed his pain over the injustice done to Sisodia, who is known for his work in providing hope to the poor children of the country. Sisodia was allowed by the court to visit his wife for six hours. Sisodia’s wife, who suffers from multiple sclerosis, has been unable to meet him due to her deteriorating health. Sisodia was arrested in February in connection with an alleged liquor scam, and his bail pleas have been rejected. Three tags related to this article are #ArvindKejriwal, #ManishSisodia, #DelhiPolitics.
Don’t count BJP’s support to Israel as India’s stand: Pinarayi Vijayan
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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan stated that India should not consider the Bharatiya Janata Party’s support to Israel as India’s official stand. He emphasized the need for India to stop military and defence contracts with Tel Aviv, as Israel uses India as a weapon against Palestine. This statement comes in the midst of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. India has sought a nuanced approach to the conflict, condemning the terror attacks by Hamas while urging adherence to international humanitarian law. India has also provided humanitarian relief materials to Gaza.
Deepotsav: Over 22 lakh diyas light up Ayodhya as part of grand Diwali celebrations
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Over 22 lakh diyas were lit at 51 ghats of the Saryu River in Ayodhya as part of the seventh ‘Deepotsav’ or Diwali celebration organized by the Uttar Pradesh government. The celebration began with a grand procession featuring 18 tableaux depicting the character of Lord Ram. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel participated in pulling a chariot representing Lord Ram’s return to Ayodhya. The event also set a world record for lighting the most diyas simultaneously. The festival of lights serves as a reminder of Lord Ram’s return to Ayodhya and the warm welcome he received. The celebration aims to showcase Indian Sanatan culture on a global stage.
