Congress holds protest at BJP office over ‘insult to Ambedkar’
3 days, 14 hours ago

Congress holds protest at BJP office over ‘insult to Ambedkar’

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Delhi unit of the Congress, on Thursday, staged a protest in the city against Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks on Babasaheb Ambedkar. Holding aloft Ambedkar’s photograph and raising slogans like ‘Amit Shah Maafi Mange’ and ‘Daliton Ka Apmaan Nahi Sahenge,’ the party workers demanded Shah’s apology and his resignation. Addressing the members of the party, Yadav contended that Shah has not only insulted Ambedkar but also devalued the Constitution and democracy. “Amit Shah should forthwith apologise as he has not only insulted the architect of the Indian Constitution Dr Ambedkar but also devalued the Constitution and democracy besides insulting the marginalised section of society for whose uplift he had devoted his entire life,” he said.

Delhi Constitution Congress Shah  congress  yadav  shahs  unit  party  shah  constitution  holds  ambedkar  delhi  bjp  run  protest  office  insult

History of this topic

BJP wants to disregard backward classes: Karnataka Congress MLC slams Amit Shah over Ambedkar remarks
14 hours, 49 minutes ago

BJP wants to disregard backward classes: Karnataka Congress MLC slams Amit Shah over Ambedkar remarks

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Senior Congress MLC BK Hariprasad on Sunday hit out at the BJP and RSS saying that it was “ridiculous” for them to preach about patriotism when in the past they have opposed the country’s national flag and the Constitution. Addressing the media in Bengaluru, Hariprasad said that the Congress will launch a series of protests against Union Minister Amit …

TPCC to organise Ambedkar Saman march on December 24: Sudip Roy Barman
Trending News
1 day, 6 hours ago

TPCC to organise Ambedkar Saman march on December 24: Sudip Roy Barman

The Hindu  

“The Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee will hold a ‘Baba Saheb Ambedkar samman march’ on December 24, 2024, in protest against Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement in Parliament on Dr. Ambedkar,” said a senior party leader on Sunday. Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman told a press conference in Agartala that the party will organise the march in all district headquarters …

Kerala Congress to march to District Collectorates over Amit Shah’s remark on Ambedkar, election rule change
Trending News
1 day, 6 hours ago

Kerala Congress to march to District Collectorates over Amit Shah’s remark on Ambedkar, election rule change

The Hindu  

The Congress will stage marches to District Collectorates in Kerala on December 24 to highlight Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s allegedly disparaging comments about the late Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the iconic chairperson of the committee that drafted the Indian Constitution. All India Congress Committee general secretary, K. C. Venugopal, MP, told reporters in Thiruvananthapuram that Congress activists would meet …

Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar caused lasting shame on Parliamentary democracy: DMK
1 day, 6 hours ago

Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar caused lasting shame on Parliamentary democracy: DMK

The Hindu  

The high-level executive committee of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Sunday said the “insulting and distasteful attack” on Dr. Ambedkar in the Parliament by Home Minister Amit Shah had caused a lasting shame for the Parliamentary democracy by the Bharatiya Janata Party government. Amit Shah’s comments on Ambedkar: Congress demands HM’s resignation; INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament premises Another …

Congress steps up campaign over Amit Shah’s remarks on Dr. Ambedkar
2 days, 2 hours 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 …

Amit Shah Should Apologise For Remark On Ambedkar Else BSP Will Stage Protest: Mayawati
2 days, 5 hours ago

Amit Shah Should Apologise For Remark On Ambedkar Else BSP Will Stage Protest: Mayawati

ABP News  

Lucknow, Dec 21 Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Saturday hit out at Union Home Minister Amit Shah, saying that he should apologise for his statement on B R Ambedkar. In a series of posts on X in Hindi, Mayawati said, "Babasaheb Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, the author of the original book in the form of the super-humanistic and welfare Constitution …

‘You Also Chant Modi-Modi’: Dalits Respond to Amit Shah's Remark on Ambedkar
2 days, 10 hours ago

‘You Also Chant Modi-Modi’: Dalits Respond to Amit Shah's Remark on Ambedkar

The Quint  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr. B.R Ambedkar, "It has become a fashion to say Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar, Ambedkar. A Congress leader said, "The way home minister Amit Shah has insulted Baba Saheb Ambedkar inside the Parliament, he has no moral right to remain a minister." Another resident added, “The public keeps fighting while they only …

Shah’s disparaging views on Ambedkar reflective of BJP/RSS casteist ideology: CPI(M)
2 days, 23 hours ago

Shah’s disparaging views on Ambedkar reflective of BJP/RSS casteist ideology: CPI(M)

The Hindu  

Communist Party of India State secretary M.V. Speaking to journalists after chairing a CPI State secretariat meeting here on Friday, Mr. Govindan said the Bharatiya Janata Party, an RSS offshoot, drew ideological inspiration from the Manusmriti. Mr. Govindan said that during the previous Lok Sabha election campaign, the BJP aspired to get up to 430 seats in the Lok Sabha …

BJP Fumes Over Ambedkar Photo On Ground At Congress Protest, But Similar Scenes Emerge In Own Agitation — VIDEO
3 days ago

BJP Fumes Over Ambedkar Photo On Ground At Congress Protest, But Similar Scenes Emerge In Own Agitation — VIDEO

ABP News  

Amid the ongoing uproar over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks on BR Ambedkar, both Congress and the BJP have exchanged sharp accusations of disrespect towards the first Union Law Minister. On Thursday, BJP MP from Delhi, Yogendra Chandolia led a protest in Jantar Mantar where he highlighted photographs of Rahul Gandhi and his allies placing an image of Ambedkar …

BJP’s Dalit Dilemma | Power Play by Anand Mishra
3 days, 1 hour 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 …

Ambedkar row: Opposition MPs hold protest against Amit Shah at Vijay Chowk
3 days, 8 hours ago

Ambedkar row: Opposition MPs hold protest against Amit Shah at Vijay Chowk

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Opposition MPs staged a protest on Friday, at Vijay Chowk in Delhi demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's apology and resignation for allegedly "insulting" BR Ambedkar. Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also slammed the BJP over the FIR filed against the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, saying it "shows their desperation level". Priyanka …

Parliament Highlights: Rahul Gandhi's Case Transferred To Delhi Police Crime Branch For Probe
Trending News
3 days, 9 hours ago

Parliament Highlights: Rahul Gandhi's Case Transferred To Delhi Police Crime Branch For Probe

ABP News  

Parliament Live Updates: Please follow this space for all the latest news and updates on the Parliament Winter Session. On Thursday, Congress along with other opposition parties protested against Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding his resignation over his remarks for BR Ambedkar in Rajya Sabha. The BJP-led NDA MPs were protesting at the Makardwar, the main entrance for the …

Congress must apologise for ‘disrespect’ to Babasaheb, says BJP
3 days, 14 hours ago

Congress must apologise for ‘disrespect’ to Babasaheb, says BJP

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva has called on Congress leaders, particularly the Gandhi family, to apologise for the disrespect shown to B R Ambedkar both during his lifetime and posthumously. The protest came in response to demonstrations across the city by the Congress as well as the AAP over senior BJP leader and Union Home minister Amit Shah’s …

CM Siddaramaiah slams Amit Shah over Ambedkar remarks; calls BJP anti-Constitution
3 days, 14 hours ago

CM Siddaramaiah slams Amit Shah over Ambedkar remarks; calls BJP anti-Constitution

New Indian Express  

BELAGAVI: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday stepped up the attack on Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his recent comments on Dr BR Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. Reading out a detailed statement in the assembly amid din by both BJP and the Congress MLAs over the issue, the CM claimed that Shah would have been a “gujari” if there …

Vijayendra accuses Congress of insulting Ambedkar; urges Siddaramaiah to resign for Dalit CM
3 days, 14 hours ago

Vijayendra accuses Congress of insulting Ambedkar; urges Siddaramaiah to resign for Dalit CM

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Karnataka BJP president and Shikaripura MLA BY Vijayendra on Thursday suggested Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to stop “misusing the name of Dr BR Ambedkar” and pave the way for a Dalit to become the state’s CM. Stop hatching political conspiracies and misuse the name of Babasaheb Ambedkar as the people of the country will not forgive you,” Vijayendra said. He …

Amit Shah’s statement has offended Ambedkar’s followers: Mayawati
4 days ago

Amit Shah’s statement has offended Ambedkar’s followers: Mayawati

The Hindu  

Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati on Thursday said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah should take back his recent remark on Dr. B.R. Her statement comes even as the Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress-led Opposition parties continue to take potshots at each other over Mr. Shah’s statement made in the Rajya Sabha earlier this week. “The words used by BJP’s …

NDA, INDIA bloc MPs hold protest marches over Ambedkar issue
4 days, 8 hours ago

NDA, INDIA bloc MPs hold protest marches over Ambedkar issue

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Dressed in blue, a colour associated with B R Ambedkar, Opposition INDIA bloc members on Thursday took out a protest march in Parliament premises demanding the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks related to the architect of the Constitution. BJP-led NDA parliamentarians also carried out a march within Parliament premises raising slogans and carrying placards …

Amit Shah's remarks show old mentality of BJP, says B.R. Ambedkar's grandson
4 days, 12 hours ago

Amit Shah's remarks show old mentality of BJP, says B.R. Ambedkar's grandson

The Hindu  

Babasaheb Ambedkar's grandson Prakash Ambedkar alleged on Wednesday that Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on the father of the Constitution reflected the BJP's "same old mentality". Several MPs of the INDIA bloc staged a protest in Parliament premises demanding Shah's apology for his remarks on B R Ambedkar which they claimed were an insult to B R Ambedkar. "Before …

How Kejriwal's Ambedkar poser for Naidu-Nitish hits Modi govt where it hurts
4 days, 14 hours ago

How Kejriwal's Ambedkar poser for Naidu-Nitish hits Modi govt where it hurts

India Today  

Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal has written to Andhra Pradesh chief minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, both crucial allies of the Narendra Modi government, to reflect on their continued support to the BJP despite Union home minister Amit Shah’s controversial remarks about B.R. Taking a swipe at the Opposition for frequently invoking Ambedkar to …

Why Ambedkar issue has got BJP scrambling
4 days, 14 hours 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 …

BJP, INDIA bloc protest showdown in Parliament amid Ambedkar row
Trending News
4 days, 14 hours ago

BJP, INDIA bloc protest showdown in Parliament amid Ambedkar row

India Today  

The Parliament premises on Thursday turned into a stage for high-voltage political drama as the BJP and Congress held simultaneous protests, targeting each other over Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on BR Ambedkar in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi denied the allegations, claiming instead that the BJP had pushed Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and blocked his own entry at the Parliament …

Amit Shah slams 'edited video' on Ambedkar: BJP will explore all legal options
Trending News
4 days, 14 hours ago

Amit Shah slams 'edited video' on Ambedkar: BJP will explore all legal options

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday accused the Congress of twisting facts and distorting his comments on BR Ambedkar during his Rajya Sabha speech, and said the BJP will explore legal options to respond to what he called a "malicious campaign." Amit Shah asserted that his speech in the Rajya Sabha was clear and on record, emphasising that the …

AAP protests Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar
4 days, 14 hours ago

AAP protests Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal, other senior leaders and party workers staged a protest outside the BJP headquarters on Wednesday over Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks about Dr BR Ambedkar in Parliament. Amit Shah’s insult to him is an insult to every Dalit, every underprivileged citizen, and every believer in equality. The protest site witnessed banners and …

CM Stalin hits out at BJP for Ambedkar, Congress attack
4 days, 14 hours ago

CM Stalin hits out at BJP for Ambedkar, Congress attack

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Various political parties in the state, including the ruling DMK, slammed Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s comment on BR Ambedkar in Parliament In a veiled response to PM Narendra Modi’s comment on Congress on the Ambedkar issue, Stalin, in a post on X, said, “Only those who commit more sins should be concerned about ‘punya’. “BJP has to face …

Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar derogatory, he has not right to stay in office: CPI(M)
4 days, 14 hours ago

Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar derogatory, he has not right to stay in office: CPI(M)

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Communist Party of India slammed Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday for his remarks on B R Ambedkar, saying he has "no right to stay in the office". A massive political row erupted on Wednesday as the Congress and other opposition parties launched an all-out attack on Shah for his remarks on Ambedkar and demanded his …

Ahead Of Delhi Polls, Kejriwal Targets BJP Over 'Insult To Ambedkar' In Lok Sabha
5 days, 2 hours ago

Ahead Of Delhi Polls, Kejriwal Targets BJP Over 'Insult To Ambedkar' In Lok Sabha

ABP News  

The architect of the Constitution of India, B R Ambedkar, is seemingly becoming a poll plank ahead of the 2025 Delhi elections. While the Congress successfully raked up the issue of the protection of the Constitution before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the AAP is now planning to launch a mass campaign against the BJP over Amit Shah's "fashion" remarks …

Amit Shah’s comment on Ambedkar: This disrespect has crossed all limits of tolerance, says Uddhav Thackeray
5 days, 4 hours ago

Amit Shah’s comment on Ambedkar: This disrespect has crossed all limits of tolerance, says Uddhav Thackeray

The Hindu  

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for their alleged remarks on Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. He accused the BJP of systematically undermining Maharashtra’s heritage and leaders, stating, “For the past two-and-a-half to three years, and even earlier, certain BJP leaders have been …

'Rotten Ecosystem': PM Modi's Attack On Congress As It Corners Amit Shah Over 'Fashion' Remark On Ambedkar
5 days, 6 hours ago

'Rotten Ecosystem': PM Modi's Attack On Congress As It Corners Amit Shah Over 'Fashion' Remark On Ambedkar

ABP News  

PM Narendra Modi attacked the Congress after the party cornered Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his "fashion" remarks on BR Ambedkar. "If the Congress and its rotten ecosystem think their malicious lies can hide their misdeeds of several years, especially their insult towards Dr. Ambedkar, they are gravely mistaken! If the Congress and its rotten ecosystem think their malicious …

Amit Shah’s remark on Ambedkar: Both Houses adjourned for the day amid Opposition protests
5 days, 7 hours ago

Amit Shah’s remark on Ambedkar: Both Houses adjourned for the day amid Opposition protests

The Hindu  

Both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha were adjourned for the day on Wednesday amid noisy protests by Opposition members seeking an apology from Home Minister Amit Shah for his alleged derogatory remarks against B.R. When the House re-assembled at 2 p.m. after an adjournment earlier today, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the Congress of misleading the country by using …

LS, RS adjourned over Congress protest on Amit Shah's Ambedkar remarks
Trending News
5 days, 8 hours ago

LS, RS adjourned over Congress protest on Amit Shah's Ambedkar remarks

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings were both adjourned till 2 pm on Wednesday due to heated protests from Congress members over remarks made by Home Minister Amit Shah, which they claimed insulted B.R. In the Lok Sabha, as soon as the House convened for the day, Congress members trooped into the Well, holding posters of Ambedkar …

Amit Shah’s comments on Ambedkar: Congress demands HM’s resignation; INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament premises
5 days, 8 hours ago

Amit Shah’s comments on Ambedkar: Congress demands HM’s resignation; INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament premises

The Hindu  

The Congress on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks in the Rajya Sabha which it claimed were an “insult” to B.R. Speaking with reporters in Parliament premises, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said, “We demand resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah for ‘insulting’ Ambedkar; he should apologise to the nation.” Addressing a press conference, Congress …

INDIA bloc MPs protest, demand Amit Shah's apology for Ambedkar remarks
5 days, 8 hours ago

INDIA bloc MPs protest, demand Amit Shah's apology for Ambedkar remarks

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Several MPs of the INDIA bloc, including Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, staged a protest in Parliament premises on Wednesday demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's apology for his remarks which they claimed were an insult to B R Ambedkar. The Congress on Tuesday alleged that Shah's remarks in the Rajya Sabha during a debate on the …

Congress demands Amit Shah's apology for insulting Ambedkar
5 days, 12 hours ago

Congress demands Amit Shah's apology for insulting Ambedkar

The Hindu  

The Congress on Tuesday alleged that Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks in the Rajya Sabha during a debate on the Constitution show that the BJP and the RSS leaders have a "lot of hatred" for B.R. Mr. Shah said the BJP is happy that the Congress is taking Ambedkar’s name but the party should also speak about its real sentiments …

Arvind Kejriwal's sit-in protest at BJP office over Amit Shah's Ambedkar remarks
5 days, 14 hours ago

Arvind Kejriwal's sit-in protest at BJP office over Amit Shah's Ambedkar remarks

India Today  

Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing its top leadership of being "anti-Ambedkar" and calling for strong action against Home Minister Amit Shah. Kejriwal’s remarks came after Amit Shah criticised the Congress on Tuesday, claiming it had become a “fashion” for the party to frequently invoke Ambedkar’s name. If they had …

Congress distorted my words, it is anti-Ambedkar and against reservation: Amit Shah
5 days, 14 hours ago

Congress distorted my words, it is anti-Ambedkar and against reservation: Amit Shah

India TV News  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday addressed a press conference and said since yesterday, the Congress has been presenting the facts in a distorted way and he condemned it. Amit Shah said the Congress tried its best not to give Bharat Ratna to BR Ambedkar. Earlier in the day, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said, "Our demand is that Amit …

Ambedkar row: Uddhav seeks action against Shah, asks 'will Ajit Pawar, Shinde, Athawale break silence'
5 days, 14 hours ago

Ambedkar row: Uddhav seeks action against Shah, asks 'will Ajit Pawar, Shinde, Athawale break silence'

India TV News  

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday sought action against Home Minister Amit Shah for his statement on Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha. While addressing a press conference in Mumbai, the former Maharashtra chief minister said Shah would not have dared to make remarks about Ambedkar without BJP and RSS backing. " Shah should apologise: Rahul Meanwhile, Leader …

Congress and its rotten ecosystem: PM hits back as BR Ambedkar row intensifies
5 days, 14 hours ago

Congress and its rotten ecosystem: PM hits back as BR Ambedkar row intensifies

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday accused the Congress and its "rotten ecosystem" of insulting BR Ambedkar for several years as he listed the party's several "sins" towards the architect of the Indian Constitution. "If the Congress and its rotten ecosystem think their malicious lies can hide their misdeeds of several years, especially their insult towards Dr. Ambedkar, they are …

Congress seeks Amit Shah's resignation over Ambedkar 'fashion' remark, BJP reacts
5 days, 14 hours ago

Congress seeks Amit Shah's resignation over Ambedkar 'fashion' remark, BJP reacts

India Today  

Parliament proceedings were disrupted on Wednesday as the Congress held a massive protest against Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his remarks on BR Ambedkar during his address to the Rajya Sabha. Congress and opposition MPs, in continuation of their unique form of protests over different issues in Parliament, held photos of BR Ambedkar and raised 'Jai Bhim' and 'Amit …

PM should sack Amit Shah by midnight if he respects Ambedkar: Mallikarjun Kharge
5 days, 14 hours ago

PM should sack Amit Shah by midnight if he respects Ambedkar: Mallikarjun Kharge

India Today  

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha and demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should sack him from the Union Cabinet by midnight if he had faith in the Dalit icon. Addressing a press conference, Kharge, a Dalit, demanded Shah's apology for his remarks and said …

I can never speak against Ambedkar, Congress twisted my remarks: Amit Shah
5 days, 14 hours ago

I can never speak against Ambedkar, Congress twisted my remarks: Amit Shah

India Today  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp attack on the Congress during a press conference in Delhi, accusing the opposition party of distorting remarks made in Parliament and adopting an anti-Ambedkar stance. I come from a party and the society that can never insult Dr BR Ambedkar even in the dreams," Amit Shah added. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge addressed …

Congress distorted my remarks on Ambedkar; I come from a party that can never insult him, even in dreams: Amit Shah
5 days, 14 hours ago

Congress distorted my remarks on Ambedkar; I come from a party that can never insult him, even in dreams: Amit Shah

New Indian Express  

Shah also accused the Congress of undermining constitutional values, claiming, “BJP speakers in Parliament presented facts demonstrating how the BJP has always safeguarded the Constitution when in power. They also insulted Veer Savarkar and attacked the Constitution by imposing the Emergency.” Shah urged the media to show his full comments, He added that his party and ideology can never insult …

Kharge slams Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar, demands apology and his sacking by midnight
5 days, 14 hours ago

Kharge slams Amit Shah’s remarks on Ambedkar, demands apology and his sacking by midnight

New Indian Express  

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge condemned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha, demanding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi remove him from the Union Cabinet by midnight if he truly respected the Dalit icon. Slamming the Congress for repeatedly taking the name of BR Ambedkar, Shah had on Tuesday said in his speech in …

INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament premises, demand Amit Shah's apology for Ambedkar remarks
5 days, 14 hours ago

INDIA bloc MPs protest in Parliament premises, demand Amit Shah's apology for Ambedkar remarks

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Several MPs of the INDIA bloc, including Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, staged a protest in Parliament premises on Wednesday demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's apology for his remarks which they claimed were an insult to B R Ambedkar. The Congress on Tuesday alleged that Shah's remarks in the Rajya Sabha during a debate on the …

Parliament adjourned till 2pm amid Opposition protests on various matters
5 days, 14 hours ago

Parliament adjourned till 2pm amid Opposition protests on various matters

New Indian Express  

Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned until 2 pm on Wednesday following Opposition protests over key issues, disrupting proceedings in the ongoing session. Opposition MPs protested over issues including the One Nation, One Election bills and remarks made by Home Minister Amit Shah in the Rajya Sabha the previous day. Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm on Wednesday …

Kharge says people of Maharashtra will give a befitting reply to BJP
1 month, 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 …

Congress in Odisha protests BJP leaders’ death threat to Rahul
3 months ago

Congress in Odisha protests BJP leaders’ death threat to Rahul

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Congress workers and leaders staged a demonstration in Bhubaneswar on Thursday protesting against the derogatory statements made by BJP and Shiv Sena leaders against party leader Rahul Gandhi. Hundreds of party workers marched from the Congress Bhawan to the Kharavela Nagar police station and filed complaints against Union minister Ranveet Singh Bittu, Uttar Pradesh Minister Raghuraj Singh, BJP functionary …

Karnataka: BJP announces statewide protests, demands CM’s resignation
4 months ago

Karnataka: BJP announces statewide protests, demands CM’s resignation

Deccan Chronicle  

The Bharatiya Janata Party has declared statewide protests across all district centers in Karnataka on August 22, condemning the Congress for allegedly insulting the state governor and demanding the resignation of the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid recent controversies.BJP State General Secretary and Karkala MLA V Sunil Kumar announced that the demonstrations will see participation from key BJP figures, including state …

INDIA bloc plans protest over CM’s health on July 30; top leaders to attend
4 months, 3 weeks ago

INDIA bloc plans protest over CM’s health on July 30; top leaders to attend

The Hindu  

INDIA bloc parties will stage a protest at Jantar Mantar on July 30 over Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s “declining health” in judicial custody, an Aam Aadmi Party source said on Thursday. ‘Laughable move’ BJP’s New Delhi Lok Sabha member Bansuri Swaraj termed the protest plan “laughable”. The BJP had earlier alleged that AAP is “spreading lies” about his health …

In Haryana, Amit Shah hits out at Congress, pitches for BJP’s ‘strong India’ slogan
7 months ago

In Haryana, Amit Shah hits out at Congress, pitches for BJP’s ‘strong India’ slogan

The Hindu  

As polling for parliamentary elections in Haryana draws closer, the Bharatiya Janta Party’s campaigning efforts are reaching a peak, with top leaders hitting the ground with back-to-back rallies. BJP leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have addressed several rallies to ensure a repeat of the …

Discover Related