Tag: Politics

The bypolls held on June 19 across five Assembly seats saw the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) scoring key wins in Gujarat and Punjab, while the Congress defeated the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) in Kerala. In West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) secured a resounding victory in Kaliganj, reinforcing its stronghold in the state.

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the Israel-Iran conflict, calling it a diplomatic failure and a break from India’s moral traditions. In an op-ed, she condemned Israel’s actions as unlawful and urged India to take a clear stand. The BJP hit back, accusing Congress of politicising diplomacy, stating that India’s position advocating de-escalation is clear and consistent.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed that he declined a personal invitation from former US President Donald Trump to visit Washington, choosing instead to fulfill his commitment to visit Odisha the "land of Mahaprabhu." Speaking at a rally in Bhubaneswar, PM Modi emphasized the cultural and spiritual significance of his visit, coinciding with the BJP-led government’s first anniversary in the state. During the event, he launched development projects worth ₹18,600 crore and released the ‘Odisha Vision Document’ outlining the state's growth roadmap.

During a rally in Siwan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a fierce attack on the RJD-Congress alliance, accusing them of nurturing "mafia raj" and dynastic politics. Dedicating ₹10,000 crore worth of development projects, he urged voters to reject those responsible for Bihar’s "jungle raj" and migration crisis, asserting that the opposition prioritised family interests over public welfare.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow and addressed a public rally in Siwan, Bihar, unveiling and laying foundation stones for key development projects across railways, water, sanitation, and energy sectors. Major announcements included the inauguration of the Vaishali-Deoria rail line, launch of the Vande Bharat Express, rollout of sewage treatment plants under Namami Gange, and a 500 MWh battery storage system. He also distributed PMAY-U housing benefits to over 53,000 beneficiaries.