Former Bihar Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal Supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on May 07 backed Muslim reservation in India and said, “Reservation to milna chahiye musalmano ko, poora”. “The votes are on our side... They are saying that there will be 'Jungle Raj' because they are scared, they are trying to instigate... They want to finish the Constitution and democracy... 'Are toh reservation toh milna chahiye Musalmano ko, pura'..." said Lalu Prasad Yadav. Watch video to know what more he said.
07 May,2024 01:10 PM IST
Amid Lok Sabha Elections in India, the debate on the ‘Akhand Bharat’ mural displayed in the New Parliament building, reignited in Pakistan. The mural depicting ‘Akhand Bharat’ highlighted security concerns among India’s neighbouring countries. Pakistani Journo, Foreign Expert, International Expert alleged that India wants to claim the territories of all neighbouring countries. Pakistani-based Advocate, International Law Expert, Ahmer Bilal Soofi, emphasised the need for countries to respond to ‘India’s posturing’. Meanwhile, Pakistani journalist Hamid Mir questioned the world’s silence over the mural depicting ‘Akhand Bharat’. He further asked, “Do Pakistan and other countries have any remaining international platforms where they can express their security concerns?”. During the debate, former Pakistani diplomat, Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry stated that a diplomatic protest is necessary. Notably, soon after the mural in India’s New Parliament made headlines for reportedly depicting ‘Akhand Bharat’ i.e., ‘United India’. The controversy around the mural was clarified, stating that it depicted the Ashokan Empire of Ancient India.
07 May,2024 11:47 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 07 arrived in Ahmedabad to cast his vote. A huge gathering gathered outside the polling booth and cheered from the roadside and raised slogans for him. Home Minister Amit Shah welcomed him outside the polling station and two leaders walked to the booth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi cast his vote at Nishan Higher Secondary School in Ahmedabad. Voting is underway for the 25 Lok Sabha Constituencies of Gujarat. After casting vote Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a candid interaction with the media.
07 May,2024 10:52 AM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on May 06 arrived in Chhindwara, the native place of slain IAF soldier Corporal Vikky Pahade, to attend his last rites. Vikky Pahade lost his life in the Poonch Sector after an IAF vehicle convoy was attacked by terrorists on May 04.While speaking to ANI, Mohan Yadav said, “Guard of Honour and State honours will be given to Corporal Vikky Pahade but no one can fill the personal loss. We are very proud of Vikky Pahade.” Watch video.
06 May,2024 03:51 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party MP Sudhanshu Trivedi lashed out at the Congress Party over Vijay Wadettiwar statement over Hemant Karkare. He accused the congress of hurting and degrading the valor of the fallen heroes in the 26/11 attacks. He bashed Congress saying that Congress is spitting such statement just to get radical votes. He also said that Congress is trying to fun of Hemant Karkare's sacrifice. Watch video for more.
06 May,2024 03:38 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat and Special Public Prosecutor during 26/11 Mumbai Terror attack case, Ujjwal Nikam on May 06 slammed Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar over his statement about the killing of former Maharashtra ATS chief Hemant Karkare. Speaking to ANI, he said, “What allegations are you making? What will Pakistan say? Pakistan has never denied this...because we produced judicial proof. But our man is doing politics...You just want to do propaganda - that too Goebbels’ propaganda. This doesn’t defame Nikam. It defames you.”. Watch video.
06 May,2024 03:10 PM IST
The mortal remains of Corporal Vikky Pahade were brought to Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara on May 06. The family members of deceased IAF personnel were in grief after hearing about the demise. However, there was a sense of pride amongst them that he had sacrificed his life for the nation.Corporal Vikky Pahade lost his life in a terror attack that happened in J&K’s Poonch on May 04.His sister said, “I want to send this message to the people of the country that every son should be dedicated to the country. I am proud of my brother. I want that justice should be served.” One of the members of his family said, “We got to know about it a day before yesterday. We were informed that he was shot and he has been airlifted to the hospital. Then later we got to know that he lost his life. This is a shock for the family as he was the only brother of three sisters.”
06 May,2024 01:10 PM IST
On her resignation from the Congress party, Radhika Khera says "During Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, the media chairman of Chhattisgarh Congress- Sushil Anand Shukha offered me alcohol and he along with 5-6 party workers used to knock the door of my room in inebriated condition. I informed Sachin Pilot, and Jairam Ramesh but nothing happened. I later understood that I was ignored because I did not follow the anti-Hindu ideology of the party..." Watch video for more.
06 May,2024 01:06 PM IST
Amid controversy over visit to Ayodhya, Congress leader Radhika Khera resigned from the primary membership of the party on May 05. Speaking about her resignation from Congress, Congress National Media Coordinator Radhika Khera said, "Shri Ayodhya Dham, the birthplace of Ram Lalla, is a very sacred place for all of us and I could not stop myself from going there. But I had never thought in my life that I would have to face so much opposition for visiting there. I was misbehaved with in the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress office, I was pushed there and locked in the room. I kept on screaming and pleading, from the smallest to the biggest leadership, but I did not get justice... Today I have resigned from my party post and primary membership, but I have full faith that Ram Lalla will definitely give me justice..."
06 May,2024 12:17 PM IST
The Indian Army and the Air Force are planning to jointly deploy MQ-9B Predator drones at two key air bases for upgrading their surveillance capabilities all along the Line of Actual Control with China from Ladakh to Arunachal Pradesh. The drone deal, expected to be worth around USD 4 billion is being done at tri services level with the Indian Navy leading the negotiations for it with the American side. "The MQ-9B drones require a significant runway length for take off and landing which are available with the Indian Air Force. That is why, the Army drones are planned to be deployed with the IAF at airbases in Sarsawa and Gorakhpur," defence officials told ANI. As per of the drone deal with the US, 31 MQ-9B drones are being acquired of which 15 would be for coverage of the maritime zone and would be deployed by the Indian Navy. The IAF and the Army will have eight each of these highly capable long endurance drones and would be able to cover almost all the areas of interest along the LAC with support from other existing assets, the officials said. The American side has given its letter of acceptance to the Indian side at a price tag of around USD 4 billion. There is also a provision of transfer of technology of some equipment to Indian entities under the agreement, they said. With a flight time of over 36 hours at heights over 40,000 feet, the drones can be armed with Hellfire air-to-ground missiles and smart bombs, this fighter-sized drone specializes in (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) missions. The Predator drones are expected to significantly enhance India's ability to conduct unmanned surveillance and reconnaissance patrols, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and along its land borders with China and Pakistan. MQ-9B has proven to be a critical asset in safeguarding India's security interests as it was used to extensively to monitor anti-piracy operations from naval headquarters to get a clear picture of the actions taking place almost 3,000 km from Indian shores.
06 May,2024 11:52 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
