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Rahul Gandhi Highlights INDIA Bloc's Role in Preventing BJP from 'Stealing Popular Mandate' in Jharkhand
As his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra entered Jharkhand, Gandhi, accompanied by Chief Minister Champai Soren, denounced the BJP's efforts, asserting that despite their "money power and probe agencies," the Congress remains unafraid and committed to combating the ruling party's "divisive ideology."
Congress Leader Acharya Pramod Meets PM Modi; Extends Invitation for Kalki Dham Foundation Laying Ceremony
Krishnam, who contested the 2019 Lok Sabha polls from Lucknow on a Congress ticket, has been critical of some decisions by the Congress leadership in recent times. This includes the party's choice not to participate in the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22.
Supreme Court Denies Interference in Hemant Soren Arrest, Directs Former CM to Approach High Court
Hemant Soren, a leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), had to resign as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand anticipating his arrest. In his petition to the Supreme Court, Soren accused the ED of arresting him as part of a "well-orchestrated conspiracy" by the Centre, particularly with Lok Sabha elections looming in the coming months.
Governor of Jharkhand Nominates Champai Soren of JMM as Chief Minister; Extends Invitation for Oath-taking Ceremony
Earlier in the day, Champai Soren, leading a delegation of the JMM-led coalition, met with the governor, urging him to promptly accept their claim to form the government due to prevailing "confusion" in the state.
Hemant Soren Moves Supreme Court Against ED, Hearing Scheduled for Tomorrow
A Special Leave Petition (SLP) has been filed on behalf of the Jharkhand CM, and the Supreme Court is set to hear the plea on Friday. Simultaneously, Soren has expressed the intent to withdraw the petition filed in the Jharkhand High Court related to the same matter.
Uttar Pradesh Rescinds 'VIP' Status for Former MLAs and MPs
As per the issued government order, only currently serving MPs and MLAs, along with chairpersons of constitutional bodies, will be recognized as VIPs in this context. Rajesh Pratap Singh, the special secretary of personnel, emphasized, "Sitting MPs and MLAs alone will be considered VIPs.
Rajasthan Education Minister Challenges Historical Perception, Claims Akbar Was Not Great
Dilawar criticized Akbar's legacy, saying, "After all the things he (Akbar) has done, how can he be great? Akbar was not great at all." He also claimed that some school textbooks referred to patriots like Chandrashekhar Azad and Bhagat Singh as "terrorists."
Former CM Hemant Soren Appeals to Jharkhand High Court
The day witnessed swift developments as Hemant Soren tendered his resignation to the Governor at Raj Bhavan, and the ruling coalition members chose senior JMM leader and Transport Minister Champai Soren as his successor. The ED had been questioning Hemant Soren at his residence and informed him of his arrest due to dissatisfaction with his answers.
JD-U MLA Sparks Controversy, Suggests Willingness to Accept Bribe if Offered
Speaking to the media in Bhagalpur, Mandal stated, "If anyone gives me Rs 5 crore and asks me to keep it, I will not delay for even a minute and accept the money. Why would I refuse Laxmi from coming into my house? I have no fear of ED or anyone else."
High-Level Meeting Among Top INDIA Bloc Leaders Convenes Following Hemant Soren's Arrest
Hemant Soren's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is a vital constituent of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), a coalition formed by over two dozen opposition parties uniting against the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections scheduled for April-May.
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