Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:54am on 01 Dec 2024,Sunday Politics
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal announced that the party will go solo in the upcoming Delhi Assembly polls, dealing a setback to the opposition INDIA bloc. With elections expected early next year, Kejriwal’s decision to not form any alliances signals a potential fracture in the opposition unity. The AAP currently holds 62 of the 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly. Kejriwal also addressed a recent incident where a liquid substance was thrown at him during a padyatra, criticizing the central government’s handling of law and order in the city.
VIDEO | Security personnel overpowered a man who apparently tried to attack AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal during padyatra in Delhi's Greater Kailash area. More details are awaited. pic.twitter.com/aYydNCXYHM
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 30, 2024
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:14pm on 30 Nov 2024,Saturday Politics
High drama unfolded in Delhi's Greater Kailash as a man hurled liquid at former CM Arvind Kejriwal during his campaign. Security personnel swiftly subdued the attacker, a local resident, and took him to the police station. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the BJP of orchestrating attacks against Kejriwal, citing repeated incidents, including recent ones in Vikaspuri and Chhatarpur. Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj criticized the BJP-led central government, stating, "Delhi's law and order have collapsed." AAP questioned safety for common citizens if a former CM faces repeated threats.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:18am on 30 Nov 2024,Saturday Politics
Bangladesh authorities have frozen the bank accounts of 17 individuals associated with the Hindu spiritual group Iskcon, including recently arrested monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. The accounts will remain frozen for 30 days following an order from the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU). This action comes a day after the Bangladesh High Court rejected a plea to ban Iskcon. The monk, arrested on November 25 on sedition charges, is accused of disrespecting the Bangladesh flag during a protest for Hindu safety. The move has drawn international criticism, with India urging Bangladesh to protect minority rights.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:00am on 29 Nov 2024,Friday Politics
Six days after Maharashtra’s assembly election results, suspense remains over the new state leadership. Sources revealed that Eknath Shinde, the caretaker CM, is seeking 12 ministerial berths for Shiv Sena. While offered the deputy CM role, Shinde is pushing for the home and urban development portfolios. During a meeting with Mahayuti leaders at Amit Shah’s residence, talks continued over the distribution of portfolios. Shinde is also advocating for a cabinet berth for his son, Shrikant, at the Centre. Decisions on the final lineup are expected after a meeting in Delhi with BJP top brass.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:28pm on 28 Nov 2024,Thursday Politics
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took her oath as a Lok Sabha MP on November 28, marking the beginning of her political journey as an elected representative. Five years after entering active politics, Priyanka joined her mother Sonia and brother Rahul as an MP. She was elected from Wayanad, Kerala, with a significant margin of over 4.1 lakh votes, surpassing Rahul's tally. Holding a red and black copy of the Constitution, Priyanka was congratulated by fellow MPs. The session was adjourned after opposition members raised slogans on the Adani issue and Sambhal violence.
#WATCH | Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra takes oath as Member of Parliament in Lok Sabha
— ANI (@ANI) November 28, 2024
(Video source: Sansad TV/YouTube) pic.twitter.com/eaLJzpTY2y
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:14am on 28 Nov 2024,Thursday Politics
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Congress general secretary, took oath as Wayanad MP in the Lok Sabha, carrying a copy of the Indian Constitution. She won the bypoll by a margin of 4,10,931 votes, succeeding her brother Rahul Gandhi, who retained Rae Bareli. With this, all three Gandhis—Sonia, Rahul, and Priyanka—are now in Parliament. Known for her resemblance to grandmother Indira Gandhi, Priyanka has been a prominent Congress campaigner. The Wayanad bypoll, a Congress stronghold, saw a triangular contest with BJP's Navya Haridas and CPI's Sathyan Mokeri. Her oath aligns with Rahul Gandhi's movement to "protect the Constitution."
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:24am on 28 Nov 2024,Thursday Politics
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made her Lok Sabha debut today, taking the oath as the newly elected MP from Wayanad. With this, all three members of the Nehru-Gandhi family—Sonia, Rahul, and Priyanka—are now in Parliament for the first time in decades. Priyanka's bypoll win in Wayanad, with a margin of 4,10,931 votes, followed Rahul Gandhi vacating the seat to retain Rae Bareli. Wayanad witnessed a triangular contest among Priyanka, BJP's Navya Haridas, and CPI’s Sathyan Mokeri. Despite a lower voter turnout, her victory margin surpassed her brother's, marking a historic moment for the Congress and the Gandhi family.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:19pm on 27 Nov 2024,Wednesday Politics
Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde has left the decision for Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister to PM Modi and the BJP leadership. Shinde assured his support, stating, "I will not be an obstacle." Following Mahayuti’s victory in the Assembly polls with 230 seats, speculation grows around Devendra Fadnavis becoming the Chief Minister. BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP leaders are set to meet in Delhi to finalize the decision. While Shinde's supporters demand his return as CM, Ajit Pawar and the RSS have backed Fadnavis. The BJP secured 132 seats, Shiv Sena 57, and NCP 41 in the 288-seat Assembly.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:08pm on 27 Nov 2024,Wednesday Politics
Ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, a special monitoring cell is being set up in the DG CR office near Nabanna under the supervision of DGP Rajeev Kumar. This initiative aims to enhance law and order monitoring across West Bengal. The cell, equipped with real-time access to statewide CCTV footage, will enable direct surveillance from Nabanna. While significant progress has been made, challenges like malfunctioning or absent cameras in rural areas persist. The government plans to address these issues promptly. Officials emphasize this project as a major step towards stronger law enforcement and quicker responses to incidents.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:01pm on 26 Nov 2024,Tuesday Politics
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has accused the BJP-led central government of trying to manipulate the voter list to influence the upcoming Delhi elections. She claimed that 29 Sub-Divisional Magistrates and Additional District Magistrates were transferred on October 28, followed by orders to remove AAP voters from the electoral rolls. Atishi alleged that these instructions were issued through Assistant Electoral Registration Officers and Booth Level Officers. She urged officials to resist pressure and expose the alleged conspiracy. With elections in February 2025, AAP aims to secure a third term after its 2020 landslide victory.