India, Politics, 1st Jul 2019, News & Stories from India

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India Politics 01 Jul 2019

India, Politics, 01 Jul 2019

The TDP leaders alleged the law and order situation is deteriorating and numerous incidents of murders, rape, arson, and organized violence have taken place in the state. (Photo: File)

YSRCP, TDP complain to DGP, accuse each other of violence across Andhra

YSRCP leader Ramakrishna said the personal attacks on the image of the CM Reddy were being carried out at the behest of TDP chief Naidu.

01 Jul 2019 10:39 PM

Rajya Sabha has cleared extension of President’s rule in Jammu and Kashmir and a bill to extend special reservation benefits to people living near Jammu region’s three border districts along the International Border with Pakistan. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

‘Will win their hearts’: Amit Shah gets RS nod for President's rule extension in J&K

Reiterating former PM Vajpayee, Shah said his government would also work on the principle of 'Kashmiriyat, Jamhooriyat, Insaniyat'.

01 Jul 2019 10:22 PM

Chhattisgarh: Government provides food to children in naxal-affected areas

The children expressed their happiness with the initiative of the state government and said more people will send their kids with time.

01 Jul 2019 9:50 PM

Ever after more than two decades, the Kashmiri Pandit community has still not been able to return to their ancestral land. (Photo: PTI)

Remain committed to bring Kashmiri Pandits back: Amit Shah

'Kashmiri Pandits have been thrown out of Kashmir. Was destroying their shrine Kashmiriyat?' Shah asked the Oppn.

01 Jul 2019 8:58 PM

Kamal Nath had assumed office as party chief in May 2018 ending the then PCC chief Arun Yadav’s tenure abruptly. (Photo: PTI)

Kamal Nath may quit as MP Congress chief; Scindia leads the race among others

Kamal Nath may quit as MPCC chief; Scindia leads the race among others

01 Jul 2019 8:36 PM

Thakur, said that a centralised scrutiny and prosecution mechanism was established to streamline the work under the initiative and 5382 companies were given notice. (Photo: ANI)

Prosecution Sanction accorded in 366 cases for non-compliance of CSR, MoS Finance: LS

The minister said that the norms provide for strict action against violations.

01 Jul 2019 8:01 PM

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal (Photo: PTI)

FIR sought against Punjab Jail minister Randhawa by SAD

Shiromani Akali Dal have written a letter to Punjab Guv accusing him of exploiting resources.

01 Jul 2019 7:59 PM

It was speculated that the chief ministers may also offer to resign. (Photo: ANI)

CMs of Cong-ruled states meet Rahul Gandhi, ask him to continue; Gehlot rules out resignation

The party leaders have urged Gandhi to choose a fresh team as per his prerogative and give the party a fresh spirit.

01 Jul 2019 7:24 PM

On Friday, the Lok Sabha had approved the extension of President's rule by six months in the state. (Photo: ANI)

SP will support extension of President's Rule in J&K: Ram Gopal Yadav

The leader made the announcement while speaking in Rajya Sabha. The President's Rule in the state is ending on July 2.

01 Jul 2019 5:05 PM

Apart from Ghulam Ahmed Mir, Ghulam Nabi Azad, Ambika Soni and few other Lok Sabha candidates were also present at the meeting. (Photo: ANI)

J&K Congress leaders meet Rahul, discuss upcoming assembly polls

The delegation discussed the current scenario and reasons behind the Congress' defeat in the state.

01 Jul 2019 4:53 PM

On the Reservation Bill, the Home Minister said it will benefit 3.50 lakh people residing in border areas of Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Holding election by 2019 end in J-K is EC's decision: Amit Shah

His remarks came in Rajya Sabha after he moved a statutory resolution to extend President's Rule for another six months, starting July 3.

01 Jul 2019 3:51 PM

Jaitley, who had been instrumental in introducing the "One Nation One Tax" as the finance minister chose to opt out from the second government on health grounds. (Photo: File)

Chappal and Mercedes can’t be taxed at same rate: Jaitley on GST

In the review, Jaitely presented numbers to show the benefit rendered through 'One Nation One Tax' system.

01 Jul 2019 3:48 PM

Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar on Monday said the Centre taken seriously the assault on a woman forest officer by the brother of a TRS MLA in Asifabad district of Telangana and made it clear such an incident 'cannot be tolerated'. (Photo: File)

Javadekar condemns attack on woman forest officer in Telangana

Two policemen were also suspended for their alleged inaction in the case.

01 Jul 2019 2:49 PM

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi allowed the state government's request. (Photo: File)

Jayalalithaa death: Apex court allows TN government's plea seeking more time to reply

In September 2017, Justice Arumughaswamy was appointed to head the probe into the death of the former chief minister.

01 Jul 2019 2:45 PM

The strength of the ruling AIADMK and DMK-led opposition in the assembly is such that they can send three members each to the Upper House. (Photo: PTI)

DMK refutes Congress request to allot RS seat for Manmohan Singh from TN

Congress had sought one seat for Manmohan Singh as the former PM’s term from Assam had come to an end.

01 Jul 2019 2:05 PM

The District Magistrate, however has denied any such incident. (Photo: ANI)

Journalists purportedly locked up as UP CM visits hospital, officials deny reports

Half-an-hour after the Chief Minister left, Singh allegedly came and unlocked the gate, holding the journalists.

01 Jul 2019 1:51 PM

The Congress on Monday hit out at the Modi government over the spread of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome in Assam and hoped that the Centre rises from its 'deep slumber' to prevent any epidemic. (Photo: File)

Hope Modi govt rises from deep slumber: Cong on Encephalitis deaths in Assam

Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) has reached Assam as 10 people have lost their lives, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala said.

01 Jul 2019 1:34 PM

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot said only Gandhi can lead the party in the current scenario. (Photo: File)

Only Rahul Gandhi can lead Congress in current scenario: Ashok Gehlot

Congress workers sat on hunger strike outside party headquarters, urging Gandhi to take back his resignation from post of party president.

01 Jul 2019 1:03 PM

Union Minister for Jal Shakti Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will launch the Jal Shakti Abhiyan today in Delhi, amidst the rampant water scarcity prevailing in many parts of the country. (Photo: ANI)

Gajendra Shekhawat to launch Jal Shakti Abhiyan today

This comes a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made three requests to people regarding water conservation in 'Mann Ki Baat'.

01 Jul 2019 12:26 PM

A forest officer, Chole Anita, sustained serious injuries in the attack and was rushed to a hospital for treatment. (Photo: ANI)

2 cops suspended, 14 people held after forest officials beaten up in T’gana

The main accused Krishna, who is the brother of TRS legislator K Konnappa, resigned from the post after the incident.

01 Jul 2019 11:51 AM

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