Congress condemns Mohan Bhagwat's call for debate on reservations, accuses BJP, RSS of being against Dalits and OBCs
5 years, 7 months ago

Congress condemns Mohan Bhagwat's call for debate on reservations, accuses BJP, RSS of being against Dalits and OBCs

Firstpost  

Congress leader Udit Raj alleged that the BJP wanted to spread ‘hatred’ by making people fight among themselves over the issue of reservations. New Delhi: The Congress on Monday condemned Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks calling for a debate on reservations and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party and RSS of “being anti-Dalit” and trying to end the quota provisions for weaker sections in the Constitution. Echoing similar views, party spokesperson Pawan Khera accused the BJP and the RSS of diverting people’s attention from “main issues.” “It has become the habit of the BJP and the RSS to keep raking up issues and creating conflict in the society…Issues on which opinions are sharply divided that can divert voters’ attention from their issues of the government,” he said. The atrocities on tribals and Dalits are not hidden: @Pawankhera — Congress Live August 19, 2019 Congress leader Udit Raj alleged that the BJP wanted to spread “hatred” by making people fight among themselves over the issue of reservations.

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Karnataka: BJP To Oppose Reservation To Muslims In Govt Contracts
1 week ago

Karnataka: BJP To Oppose Reservation To Muslims In Govt Contracts

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Taking a serious of the ruling Congress government decision to provide 4 percent reservation for Muslims in government contracts, the Bharatiya Janata Party would stage a strong protest if the Bill to provide 4 percent reservation for Muslims is introduced in the Assembly. Vijayendra criticized the State Government over its cabinet decision to provide 4 percent reservation for Muslims …

BJP to challenge Karnataka’s 4% Muslim reservation in court, calls it ‘unconstitutional misadventure’
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1 week, 1 day ago

BJP to challenge Karnataka’s 4% Muslim reservation in court, calls it ‘unconstitutional misadventure’

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday announced that it would challenge the Karnataka government’s proposal to provide 4 per cent reservation for Muslims in government contracts in court, calling the move an "unconstitutional misadventure." Addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters, Bangalore South MP Tejasvi Surya strongly criticized the decision, alleging that the Congress-led Karnataka government was indulging in …

Congress chief says delimitation unfair to South, BJP calls it appeasement
1 week, 1 day ago

Congress chief says delimitation unfair to South, BJP calls it appeasement

India Today  

Saying that delimitation should not lead to the marginalisation of any region or group, All India Congress Committee President Mallikarjun Kharge advocated for the equitable distribution of power and resources, and fair representation in governance. If money and power are concentrated in one place, no poor person will be uplifted.” Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra was quick to rebut, especially …

BJP vows legal fight against Karnataka's 4% Muslim quota in government contracts
1 week, 1 day ago

BJP vows legal fight against Karnataka's 4% Muslim quota in government contracts

India Today  

The BJP strongly opposed the Karnataka government’s proposal to provide 4 per cent reservation to Muslims in government contracts, calling it an “unconstitutional misadventure”. The ruling Congress and the BJP clashed over the issue in the Karnataka Assembly, with the Opposition terming it an act of appeasement and the state government defending it as necessary support for minority communities. BJP …

'Who said reservation is only for Muslims? DK Shivakumar defends 4% quota amid BJP's 'appeasement' charge
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1 week, 2 days ago

'Who said reservation is only for Muslims? DK Shivakumar defends 4% quota amid BJP's 'appeasement' charge

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government's decision to introduce a 4 per cent reservation for minorities in government contracts has sparked a political debate, with the Bharatiya Janata Party accusing the Congress of appeasement politics. Speaking at the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee’s office, Shivakumar emphasized that the reservation applies only to contracts valued up to ₹2 crore, similar to provisions previously made for …

Appeasement politics of Congress will weaken national unity: BJP
1 week, 2 days ago

Appeasement politics of Congress will weaken national unity: BJP

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday said the “appeasement politics” of Congress, the latest example of which was the “unconstitutional” decision of the Karnataka government to provide 4% reservation to Muslims in government contracts, would weaken national unity. ‘Vote bank politics’ The BJP leader alleged that the Siddaramaiah-led government in Karnataka decided to provide 4% reservation to the Muslims in …

BJP slams Karnataka’s quota for Muslim contractors; DK Shivakumar responds
1 week, 3 days ago

BJP slams Karnataka’s quota for Muslim contractors; DK Shivakumar responds

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday called the Karnataka government’s decision to reserve 4% of government contracts for Muslims as “unconstitutional”, saying that the move was part of the Congress’s appeasement politics that weakens national unity. Addressing a press conference, BJP leader and former Union minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the reservation was introduced with the “full patronage and approval” …

Karnataka approves 4% Muslim reservation in contracts, BJP calls it unconstitutional
1 week, 3 days ago

Karnataka approves 4% Muslim reservation in contracts, BJP calls it unconstitutional

Op India  

On 14th March, the Congress-led Karnataka government approved a proposal to grant 4% reservation to Muslims in government contracts. This new gimmick for electoral gains is equal to undoing the very… pic.twitter.com/redKuP9Ebs — Tejasvi Surya March 15, 2025 Surya said, “The Congress government’s approval of a 4% quota for Muslims in government contracts is a direct assault on the Constitution …

Karnataka's nod to 4% quota for Muslim contractors in tenders, BJP slams move
1 week, 3 days ago

Karnataka's nod to 4% quota for Muslim contractors in tenders, BJP slams move

India Today  

The Karnataka government's decision to provide a 4% reservation in tenders for Muslim contractors has stirred a political storm, with the BJP accusing the Congress of "appeasement politics" and alleging that Rahul Gandhi influenced the state cabinet's decision. Training his guns at the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Prasad pointed out that the Karnataka government's move was …

BJP slams 4 per cent reservation for Muslim contractors in Karnataka
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1 week, 3 days ago

BJP slams 4 per cent reservation for Muslim contractors in Karnataka

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The BJP on Saturday slammed the Karnataka government's decision to reserve four per cent of government contracts for Muslims as being 'unconstitutional' and accused the Congress of engaging in 'appeasement politics'. The BJP’s full-scale criticism came after the Karnataka cabinet approved an amendment to the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement Act, which aims to reserve 4% of government …

BSP's Internal Crisis Looms Large over the Future of Dalit Politics in UP
1 week, 6 days ago

BSP's Internal Crisis Looms Large over the Future of Dalit Politics in UP

The Quint  

By the "Dalit political question," I am referring to the figure of Dr Ambedkar, the Constitution, and reservation—topics that Ambedkarite parties have nurtured through rhetoric, iconography, symbolism, and mobilisations over the past several decades. As a result, the narrative of a threat to the Constitution and reservation appears to have influenced a portion of Dalit and OBC voters, swaying them …

Congress will stop BJP’s bid to scrap quota: Revanth
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congress will stop BJP’s bid to scrap quota: Revanth

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy accused the BJP-led government at the Centre of pursuing a hidden agenda to change the Constitution and eliminate reservations for Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and minorities. Ambedkar, the architect of India’s Constitution, on Monday, Revanth Reddy highlighted the Congress’ determination to preserve democratic values and counter alleged attempts to alter them. “The …

Babasaheb Ambedkar Would Have Called Out Hypocrisy of Both BJP & Opposition
3 months ago

Babasaheb Ambedkar Would Have Called Out Hypocrisy of Both BJP & Opposition

The Quint  

“I am of opinion that in believing that we are a nation, we are cherishing a great delusion. For then only we shall realise the necessity of becoming a nation and seriously think of ways and means of realising the goal.” The other dire prediction by Ambedkar that has huge contemporary relevance was about the danger of hero-worshipping political leaders. …

'Cong repeatedly disrespected Ambedkar', alleges UP CM Yogi Adityanath
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3 months ago

'Cong repeatedly disrespected Ambedkar', alleges UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Hindustan Times  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday demanded an apology from Congress for continuously insulting Bharat Ratna Baba Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar and said that the Bharatiya Janata Party has worked to build the country of Baba Saheb's dreams. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has slammed the Congress for insulting Babasaheb Ambedkar Addressing a press conference in Lucknow, the …

'He Isn't Our Disciplinarian': Swami Rambhadracharya Slams Mohan Bhagwat Over Mandir-Masjid Remark
3 months ago

'He Isn't Our Disciplinarian': Swami Rambhadracharya Slams Mohan Bhagwat Over Mandir-Masjid Remark

ABP News  

Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya has expressed his reservation over a remark by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat who said that some wannabe politicians are trying to be ‘leader of Hindus’. Let me make it clear, Mohan Bhagwat is not our disciplinarian, but we are," the Hindu seer said while speaking to IANS. The RSS chief said no one will become …

Congress steps up campaign over Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr. Ambedkar
3 months ago

Congress steps up campaign over Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr. Ambedkar

The Hindu  

Stepping up its campaign against Home Minister Amit Shah for his comment that it has become a “fashion” to take Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar’s name, the Congress on Saturday announced a plan to hold countrywide press conferences and Ambedkar samman marches in the next few days. “On 24 December, all across the country, we will hold Babasaheb Ambedkar Samman Marches and …

Muslim Leaders, Oppn Hail Mohan Bhagwat's Remarks On Temple-Mosque Disputes
3 months ago

Muslim Leaders, Oppn Hail Mohan Bhagwat's Remarks On Temple-Mosque Disputes

ABP News  

New Delhi, Dec 20 Several political leaders, particularly from the Opposition, have welcomed Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat's statement condemning certain Hindu leaders for raising issues about new Hindu sites driven by hate and enmity. “Mohan Bhagwat’s statement is correct, but what about the violence against Muslims -- mob lynchings, demolitions of their homes, and other oppressive acts? Samajwadi …

BJP’s Dalit Dilemma | Power Play by Anand Mishra
3 months ago

BJP’s Dalit Dilemma | Power Play by Anand Mishra

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 20, 2024 18:37 IST - 4 MINS READ Dear readers, What’s in a name? Nishikant Dubey of the BJP responded by filing a privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of showing a “criminally edited” version of Shah’s speech. BJP leaders shared photographs of the injured Sarangi and Rajput, insisting that “pictures don’t lie”, but refused to …

Amit Shah should apologise for ‘remarks on Ambedkar’: Harsimrat
3 months ago

Amit Shah should apologise for ‘remarks on Ambedkar’: Harsimrat

Hindustan Times  

Shiromani Akali Dal leader and Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Thursday said Union home minister Amit Shah should tender an apology for referring to BR Ambedkar disparagingly in a debate on the constitution in Parliament. BJP anti-Dalit: AAP’s Tinu The Aam Aadmi Party Punjab, in a press conference in Jalandhar also slammed Shah for his objectionable remarks about BR …

Congress protest against Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar
3 months ago

Congress protest against Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar

The Hindu  

A protest was held in the city on Thursday condemning Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks on B.R. Mr. Somashekar said Mr. Shah’s statement betrayed the BJP’s actual mindset not only towards Ambedkar but also towards the scheduled castes and scheduled tribes in the country. Due to the Constitution bequeathed by Dr. Ambedkar, people including Amit Shah are …

Why Ambedkar issue has got BJP scrambling
3 months ago

Why Ambedkar issue has got BJP scrambling

India Today  

There are very few leaders who reached the status of a demigod, like Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar has. On Wednesday, a day after the remark by Shah in the Rajya Sabha, the entire BJP brass, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Shah himself, stepped in to counter the Opposition's allegations of "insulting Babasaheb". AAP Convenor Arvind Kejriwal responded to Prime …

Mayawati accuses Congress, SP of exploiting Sambhal violence
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mayawati accuses Congress, SP of exploiting Sambhal violence

Hindustan Times  

Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati on Saturday accused the Congress and the Samajwadi Party of exploiting the issue of violence in U.P.’s Sambhal for political gain, particularly to appease the Muslim vote bank. During a press conference in Lucknow, Mayawati asserted that these parties had remained silent on atrocities faced by Dalits and Hindus, including those in Bangladesh, and were …

Congress silent on atrocities on Dalits in Bangladesh, trying to woo Muslims with Sambhal issue: Mayawati
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Congress silent on atrocities on Dalits in Bangladesh, trying to woo Muslims with Sambhal issue: Mayawati

New Indian Express  

She claimed that these people were mostly from a Hindu-majority area which was forcibly handed over to Pakistan during Partition -- and is now in Bangladesh -- as a "punishment" for electing Dr B R Ambedkar to the Constituent Assembly. "Now when they are being exploited, the Congress, despite being the main opposition party, is silent on their plight and …

Mallikarjun Kharge accuses BJP of ignoring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's advice, dividing society
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mallikarjun Kharge accuses BJP of ignoring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's advice, dividing society

Hindustan Times  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday accused the top BJP leadership of attempting to divide society by conducting surveys at every mosque in the country, adding that the saffron party was ignoring the advice of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge addresses a public meeting at Ramlila Maidan in New Delhi on Sunday. Addressing a large …

ECI Seeks BJP, Congress Responses Over Complaints Against Remarks By PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi
4 months, 1 week ago

ECI Seeks BJP, Congress Responses Over Complaints Against Remarks By PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi

ABP News  

In the ongoing assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, the Election Commission of India has taken cognisance of the complaints filed by both the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Indian National Congress. But they don’t say this openly because if they speak it openly then the whole country will stand against them.” Congress Complaint Against Narendra Modi, Amit Shah The …

Karnataka CMO: No Proposal on Muslim Reservation
4 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka CMO: No Proposal on Muslim Reservation

Deccan Chronicle  

The Karnataka Chief Minister's Office on Tuesday responded to media reports claiming that the state government was considering a proposal for Muslim reservation in jobs, calling the reports "another new lie. However, it has been clarified that there is no proposal before the government in this regard," the CMO added.Meanwhile, on Saturday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised the Congress …

Kharge says people of Maharashtra will give a befitting reply to BJP
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Kharge says people of Maharashtra will give a befitting reply to BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday slammed the BJP over its leader Devendra Fadnavis' remarks on Rahul Gandhi showing a 'red-covered' copy of the Constitution, and said the people of Maharashtra and the country will give a befitting reply to the “anti-Constitution and anti-reservation” BJP. “The whole country knows how the Sangh Parivar burnt copies of the Constitution …

Battle for Dalit votes heats up in poll-bound Haryana
6 months ago

Battle for Dalit votes heats up in poll-bound Haryana

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI There’s a certain concern that’s crept into the otherwise confident camp of the Congress in Haryana. Along with the dominant Jat community that comprises approximately 27% of the electorate, Muslims who make up 7% and Sikhs who are about 5%, the Congress’s internal surveys told the party brass that it could have got up to 70 seats in …

‘BJP forced me to speak on Rahul Gandhi’s reservation remark’, claims Ambedkar’s great-grandson; Congress reacts
6 months ago

‘BJP forced me to speak on Rahul Gandhi’s reservation remark’, claims Ambedkar’s great-grandson; Congress reacts

Hindustan Times  

BR Ambedkar's great-grandson Rajratna Ambedkar has alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party had approached him to speak and hold a protest against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent statements on reservations in the US. Rajratna Ambedkar, BR Ambedkar's great-grandson “The country's biggest party approached me to protest, hold dharnas against Rahul Gandhi's statements…I was pressured for two days, but I have …

Mallikarjun Kharge writes to PM over objectionable remarks against Rahul Gandhi
6 months, 1 week ago

Mallikarjun Kharge writes to PM over objectionable remarks against Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discipline leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led ruling alliance who have used offensive language against the party leader Rahul Gandhi, saying strict legal action should be taken against people making such statements to prevent the degeneration of politics in the country. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge addresses …

VP Dhankar slams Rahul Gandhi for reservation remark; Congress asks whether he agrees on lifting 50% cap
6 months, 1 week ago

VP Dhankar slams Rahul Gandhi for reservation remark; Congress asks whether he agrees on lifting 50% cap

Hindustan Times  

Reacting to Rahul Gandhi's alleged remark on ‘ending’ the system of reservations in education and employment, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar said on Sunday that such comments by a person holding a constitutional post shows his “anti-constitutional mindset”. Rahul Gandhi's remark and clarification At a conversation during his recent visit to the United States, the Leader of Opposition said India can …

Rahul Gandhi clarifies quota remark, says 'Congress will take reservation above 50%'
6 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi clarifies quota remark, says 'Congress will take reservation above 50%'

Firstpost  

Gandhi, who was on a three-day visit to the US, said on Wednesday, ‘Yesterday someone misrepresented my statement that I am against reservation. We will take reservations beyond the limit of 50 per cent’ Days after his remark on reservation stirred controversy, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi clarified his statement saying that what he meant was that the Congress Party …

BJP and RSS are 'anti-reservation', Rahul remarks on quota distorted: Congress leader Patole
6 months, 1 week ago

BJP and RSS are 'anti-reservation', Rahul remarks on quota distorted: Congress leader Patole

The Hindu  

The Congress in Maharashtra on Wednesday dubbed the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh as "anti-reservation", an assertion coming after the saffron party attacked opposition leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on quota made in the U.S. Talking to reporters here, state Congress president Nana Patole accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of "distorting" Mr. Gandhi's comments on reservation. Mr. Patole …

Rahul Gandhi says reservation remark ‘misinterpreted’: ‘Let me make it clear…’
6 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi says reservation remark ‘misinterpreted’: ‘Let me make it clear…’

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday issued a clarification regarding his remarks on “ending reservation” during his ongoing US visit, saying his comments were “misinterpreted”. Issuing a clarification on his earlier remarks, Rahul Gandhi said he is not against reservation, and his party will take the reservation beyond 50 per cent if they come into power. Gandhi had said India …

Shah, Rajnath slam Cong, Rahul for standing with forces conspiring to divide India
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Shah, Rajnath slam Cong, Rahul for standing with forces conspiring to divide India

Hindustan Times  

Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh on Wednesday slammed Congress and Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi for standing with forces conspiring to divide the country, making anti-national statements and hurting India’s dignity with his comments during his US trip. “Whether it is supporting the JKNC’s anti-national and anti-reservation agenda in J&K or making anti-India statements on foreign platforms, Rahul Gandhi …

Cong conspiring to end reservation: Mayawati
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Cong conspiring to end reservation: Mayawati

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Tuesday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his recent statements on the issue of reservation, alleging that the Congress party was conspiring to end quota. The BSP chief said the Congress neither implemented OBC reservation nor conducted caste census when it was in power. And India is not a fair place.” In a …

Interview | SP's RK Chaudhary on BSP, Kanshiram, and the Bahujan Voter
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Interview | SP's RK Chaudhary on BSP, Kanshiram, and the Bahujan Voter

The Quint  

You have demanded that the Sengol in Parliament be replaced with the Constitution, describing the former as a symbol of monarchy. This is the country where till 20 years back, Kanshiram ji used to talk about the Constitution, reservations and democracy but the society was not prepared for it. It is a matter of joy that Akhilesh Yadav ji is …

The BJP’s poll showing and Dalit anxiety on reservation
8 months, 3 weeks ago

The BJP’s poll showing and Dalit anxiety on reservation

Hindustan Times  

The 2024 general election results point to the significant erosion of Dalit support for the Bharatiya Janata Party. According to the recently published CSDS-Lokniti post-poll survey data, the BJP’s vote share among Dalits has slipped to 31% from 34% in 2019 and that of the National Democratic Alliance allies to 5% from 7%. The first category comprises six major states: …

BJP MLC CT Ravi criticizes TDP's Muslim reservation policy, says quota is against Constitution
9 months, 1 week ago

BJP MLC CT Ravi criticizes TDP's Muslim reservation policy, says quota is against Constitution

New Indian Express  

MANGALURU: Senior BJP leader and newly elected MLC CT Ravi on Saturday said that his party will continue to strongly oppose religious based reservation and there will be no change in the party's stand over the contentious issue. Responding to a query on what will be the BJP's stand over NDA ally Chandrababu Naidu's Telugu Desam Party's statement that four …

Cong will scrap Dalit reservation to appease Muslims, says Nadda
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Cong will scrap Dalit reservation to appease Muslims, says Nadda

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party president Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday said if voted to power INDIA bloc parties, including Congress, will snatch reservation from Dalits and give it to the Muslims. BJP president Jagat Prakash Nadda with party’s Amritsar candidate Taranjit Singh Sandhu during a poll campaign in Amritsar on Thursday. Addressed a poll event in support of Hans Raj Hans …

Rahul Gandhi promises to end 50 pc reservation cap
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi promises to end 50 pc reservation cap

Op India  

Even as political pundits and psephologists peg Congress to win not more than 40-80 Lok Sabha seats in the ongoing general elections, senior party leader Rahul Gandhi has been making fanciful claims should his party form a government at the centre. In a recent political rally, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announced today that Congress will eliminate the Supreme Court-imposed 50% …

BJP against Muslim reservation to protect SC, ST, OBC quota: CM Yogi
9 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP against Muslim reservation to protect SC, ST, OBC quota: CM Yogi

Deccan Chronicle  

Gorakhpur: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the reservation based on religion is unconstitutional adding that the Bharatiya Janata Party is against any kind of Muslim reservation. Baba Saheb Ambedkar strongly opposed it but Congress and the parties of the INDI alliance are competing to provide Muslim reservations," he said.Stepping up his attacks on TMC, CM Yogi thanked …

Conspiracy to create distrust about the democratic system
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Conspiracy to create distrust about the democratic system

Times of India  

Keshav Upadhye, a young, dynamic and prominent face, has been working with the Bharatiya Janata Party for over two decades. Throughout this election campaign, the Opposition’s blatantly obvious strategy for undermining the Modi government over ten years became evident. The BJP’s opponents thought that by supporting the farmer’s agitation in Delhi or attempting to provoke violence over the Agniveer Yojana, …

PM Modi Bihar Rally: Opposition wants to ‘snatch SC/ST reservation for jihadis’
10 months ago

PM Modi Bihar Rally: Opposition wants to ‘snatch SC/ST reservation for jihadis’

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 21 slammed the Opposition Congress and Rashtriya Janata Dal that are part of the INDIA bloc while raking issues of corruption, reservation, inflation, abrogation of Article 370 and construction of Ram temple at Ayodhya. “Those born with silver spoon cannot understand the pangs of poverty but Modi born of a poor mother knows what …

Religion-based reservation dangerous; Cong wanted to implement it, says PM Modi at poll rally
10 months, 1 week ago

Religion-based reservation dangerous; Cong wanted to implement it, says PM Modi at poll rally

New Indian Express  

NASHIK: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday alleged the Congress during its previous rule wanted to allocate 15 per cent of the government budget for minorities and vowed not to allow splitting of budget or reservation in jobs and education on the basis of religion. Addressing an election rally at Pimpalgaon Baswant in north Maharashtra's Nashik district in support of …

Modi and Lalu Prasad spar over the issue of reservations for Muslims
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Modi and Lalu Prasad spar over the issue of reservations for Muslims

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad on Tuesday sparred over the issue of reservations for Muslims, with Mr. Modi accusing the Opposition of being unable to look “beyond appeasement” after Mr. Prasad had supported the idea of reservation for Muslims. Hours later, Mr. Prasad clarified that he was in favour of extending reservation benefits to …

Muslims should get full reservation, says Lalu amid third phase of LS polls in Bihar
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Muslims should get full reservation, says Lalu amid third phase of LS polls in Bihar

New Indian Express  

PATNA: Amidst polling for the third phase of Lok Sabha elections, Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Tuesday made a statement that Muslims should get ‘full reservation’ in government jobs and admissions in government educational institutions. The RJD supremo’s reactions came a day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah said at an election rally that BJP would abolish …

BJP govt will never change Preamble of Constitution, reservation will remain: Rajnath Singh
10 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP govt will never change Preamble of Constitution, reservation will remain: Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

The BJP government will never change the Constitution or end reservation, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, accusing the Congress of creating "fear psychosis" and resorting to spreading misinformation for "vote bank" politics. In an interview, Mr. Singh blasted the Congress for spreading "canards" that the BJP will change the Constitution if it returns to power and especially asserted that there …

Will PM Modi scrap 50% limit on reservation, asks Rahul Gandhi
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Will PM Modi scrap 50% limit on reservation, asks Rahul Gandhi

The Hindu  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday asked PM Narendra Modi whether he would scrap the 50% limit on reservations. Media hides facts The Congress’ candidate from Wayanad and Raebareli, flayed the media for reportedly being in the clutches of Mr. Modi and the PM’s industrialist friends, Gautam Adani and the Ambani family. Narendra Modi is being openly corrupt, but the …

Congress Against Quota to Dalits, Backwards; Attacked Constitution by Amending Preamble: BJP
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress Against Quota to Dalits, Backwards; Attacked Constitution by Amending Preamble: BJP

News 18  

The Congress has been against providing reservation to the Dalits and the backwards and the party also “attacked” the Constitution by inserting the word ‘secular’ in the Preamble when it was in power, the BJP alleged on Friday. Slamming the Congress at a press conference in the BJP headquarters here, party national general secretary Dushyant Kumar Gautam said, “They are …

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