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Final assault: Symbols of terrorism face seizure, bulldozer in Kashmir
Seizing Jamaat properties was a part of a crackdown launched after the abrogation of Article 370, a temporary provision in the Constitution, on August 5, 2019.Investigating agencies acting tough against the anti-peace elements has choked the availability of funds for secessionist activities and has also dismantled the ecosystem of anti-national elements and terror networks hostile to India's sovereignty.
Disallowing debate on China disrespect to democracy: Sonia Gandhi
"This refusal to allow a parliamentary debate on such a matter of grave national concern shows disrespect for our democracy, and reflects poorly on the government's intentions. It demonstrates its inability to bring the nation together," she said."On the contrary, by following divisive policies, by spreading hatred and targeting some sections of our society, the government makes it harder for the country to stand up as one against foreign threats.
Rajbhar inches closer to BJP again
An indication of this came when deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak appointed Rajbhar as the vice president of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Foundation. Pathak heads the foundation and Rajbhar, thereafter, attended a meeting of the foundation. Rajbhar said that this was a non-political programme. "This is not a political platform, and we are political people. This should not be seen in a different way," he said.
WIll remain in SP till last breath, says Shivpal
Shivpal said he would live up to any responsibility, big or small, entrusted to him by party president Akhilesh Yadav. Speculation has been rife that Shivpal could be named the leader of the opposition or could be made the state president of the party, but the SP leadership has maintained a silence on the issue.
Bhagwant Mann 'drinking and driving' Punjab: Akali MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal
Initiating a discussion under the Calling Attention Motion in the Lok Sabha on the problem of drug abuse in the country and steps taken by the government, she launched a scathing attack on the Punjab government.
RJD MLC alleges that Tejashwi, party leaders consume liquor
Tejashwi Yadav, however, dismissed the claims as "propaganda".The MLC's revelation came during a 'sting' operation by a private news channel."We are in the government and hence, we are not speaking openly on Chapra hooch tragedy. We are in the middle of people and hence it is necessary to put the truth as well.
Mayawati appoints Vishwanath Pal as BSP's Uttar Pradesh chief
Bahujan Samaj Party President Mayawati on Tuesday announced the appointment of Vishwanath Pal as the party's Uttar Pradesh President. Pal is a resident of Ayodhya. Mayawati also appointed outgoing UP President Bhim Rajbhar as coordinator of Bihar. In a series of tweets, Mayawati said that she was confident that Vishwanath Pal would bring OBCs into the party fold.
Opposition to protest at Gandhi statue demanding debate on China
The Opposition has alleged that the Centre is not allowing a debate as it is "hiding something". Meanwhile, 12 opposition parties will join Wednesday's protest, according to a Congress leader.
Maharashtra to study 'love-jihad' laws before taking final call: Shinde-Fadnavis govt
"We shall study (the bills/laws) in other states and then take an appropriate decision in the matter," Fadnavis told the state legislature." Only after a thorough study, the government would decide on either a new act or amendments to existing laws, and the government will consider whatever is good, assured Fadnavis.
New Bihar DGP Bhatti meets Nitish Kumar, said to be given a free hand
Sources have said that he met Nitish Kumar in a closed-door meeting as well in presence of the Chief Minister's trusted bureaucrats. The Nitish Kumar government is facing criticism over the state's law and order situation, following a rise in murders, rapes, loots of jewellery shops, illegal manufacturing, smuggling and sale of liquor, in the last few months.
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