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BJP MP Arun Govil Hits Back at Opposition Over Budget Criticism

3Feb

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

BJP MP Arun Govil Hits Back at Opposition Over Budget Criticism

Meerut: Following the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 2, the opposition described it as disappointing. However, BJP MP Arun Govil struck back, saying that opposing everything is the opposition’s only strategy. Speaking to the media, Govil said, “Their work is just to oppose everything. That is their strategy, their politics—nothing more.” The budget has elicited widespread reactions across the country, from industry leaders to the general public. Experts and policymakers have highlighted its focus on strengthening the economy’s foundation for the future. Key areas emphasized include employment generation, infrastructure development, healthcare improvement, and support for MSMEs. While opposition parties have criticized th...

Madhya Pradesh Budget to Be Presented on February 18; CM Mohan Yadav Highlights Falling Unemployment

3Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Madhya Pradesh Budget to Be Presented on February 18; CM Mohan Yadav Highlights Falling Unemployment

Bhopal: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that the Madhya Pradesh budget for 2026-27, totaling ₹1.12 lakh crore, will be presented in the state assembly on February 18. Speaking to the media after the Union Budget, CM Yadav highlighted that unemployment in the state has declined to 1.5 percent, reflecting rapid improvement. The Chief Minister said the upcoming state budget is a forward-looking plan aimed at boosting investor confidence and promoting inclusive growth. He noted that the Union Budget had given special attention to poor citizens, youth, and women, complementing the state’s development initiatives. Key Allocations and Initiatives Urban Development: ₹5,000 crore will be spent over five years on the development of cities with populations exceeding 5 lakh. Pilgrima...

Bihar Presents ₹3,47,589.76 Crore Budget; Nitish Government Opens Treasury for 94 Lakh Poor Families

3Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Presents ₹3,47,589.76 Crore Budget; Nitish Government Opens Treasury for 94 Lakh Poor Families

Patna: The Bihar government has presented the annual budget for the financial year 2026-27, totaling ₹3,47,589.76 crore—an increase of nearly ₹30,000 crore compared to last year’s ₹3.17 lakh crore. Finance Minister Vijendra Prasad Yadav presented the budget in the state assembly, emphasizing the government’s commitment to inclusive growth and poverty alleviation. Under the flagship program “Saat Nishchay-3”, the government aims to place Bihar among the developed states of India. The budget lays special focus on the economic empowerment of 94 lakh poor families and the social upliftment of women. The Five Pillars of DevelopmentFinance Minister Yadav outlined a roadmap for Bihar’s progress, emphasizing five core principles: Knowledge, Integrity, Science, Aspirations, and Respect. Throu...

BJP Set to Decide New Chief Minister for Manipur; N. Biren Singh Not in Contention

3Feb

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north east, Politics, State

BJP Set to Decide New Chief Minister for Manipur; N. Biren Singh Not in Contention

Imphal/Delhi, February 3:The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has initiated the process to select a new Chief Minister for Manipur. The northeastern state has been under President’s Rule since February 13 last year, following the resignation of former CM N. Biren Singh amid prolonged ethnic violence. BJP’s Parliamentary Board has accelerated the election of the legislative party leader, appointing National General Secretary Tarun Chugh as the central observer. Party leaders from Manipur, including former CM N. Biren Singh, Speaker Satyabrata Singh, and ex-minister Y. Khemchand Singh, have gathered in Delhi to participate in the selection. Sources say N. Biren Singh is not being considered for the new role. The BJP currently holds 37 of the 60 seats in the Manipur Assembly, strengthened b...

Technical Glitch in Pankaja Munde’s Helicopter Prevents Accident During Latur Election Campaign

3Feb

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Technical Glitch in Pankaja Munde’s Helicopter Prevents Accident During Latur Election Campaign

Mumbai, February 3:Maharashtra Cabinet Minister and BJP leader Pankaja Munde narrowly escaped a potential aviation mishap when a technical fault was detected in her helicopter before take-off. Munde was scheduled to fly from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to Latur to campaign for the district council elections. Officials reported that the pilot identified the issue prior to departure, preventing any accident. As a result, Munde had to cancel her helicopter journey and reschedule her campaign events in Latur. Details about the exact nature of the technical fault are yet to be disclosed. Pankaja Munde has been actively campaigning for the district council elections, holding meetings across various constituencies in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, including Bajajnagar and Daulatabad. The incid...

BJP Deploys Bihar Leaders to Target Caste Votes Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Polls

3Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

BJP Deploys Bihar Leaders to Target Caste Votes Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Polls

Patna, February 3:As West Bengal gears up for its upcoming Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is focusing on caste-based strategies to consolidate votes in its favor. The party has reportedly mobilized senior leaders from Bihar, representing different caste communities, to campaign in West Bengal and engage with voters along caste lines. Bihar BJP leaders are being tasked with appealing to migrant communities from Bihar who have settled in West Bengal, particularly in areas where their influence can sway the outcome. While West Bengal does not have the same rigid caste alignments as Bihar, the growing political awareness among migrant voters has prompted the party to deploy experienced leaders to manage caste-based outreach. Key Bihar Leaders in West Bengal Campaign...

Manipur NDA and BJP MLAs Rush to Delhi Amid Speculation Over Government Formation

3Feb

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Manipur NDA and BJP MLAs Rush to Delhi Amid Speculation Over Government Formation

Imphal: Political activity in Manipur has intensified as more than 20 BJP and allied party MLAs left for Delhi on Sunday. The move has sparked fresh speculation about the formation of a popular government in the state. BJP State Chief Also Heads to DelhiLeaders from the BJP, National People's Party (NPP), and Naga People's Front (NPF) departed from Imphal airport following an urgent call from the party’s central leadership. Among those traveling is Manipur BJP President Akharimayum Sharda Devi. Reports indicate that a meeting in Delhi is expected to take place on 2 February. Before leaving for Delhi, Akharimayum Sharda Devi stated that all NDA MLAs had been summoned. She expressed confidence that a popular government would be formed. The visit comes as the current period of President...

Mamata Banerjee Slams Chief Election Commissioner, Calls Him ‘Arrogant and Dishonest’ After Meeting in Delhi

3Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee Slams Chief Election Commissioner, Calls Him ‘Arrogant and Dishonest’ After Meeting in Delhi

Kolkata/New Delhi – February 2, 2026: Ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar at the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi on Monday. Accompanied by TMC leaders including National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, Mamata voiced strong criticism of the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in the state. Speaking to reporters outside the EC office, Mamata said, “In my long political career, I have never seen a Chief Election Commissioner like him—so arrogant and dishonest. I have been a Union Minister four times and an MP seven times, yet I have never encountered such behavior. I told him plainly that no position is permanent. Every...

Mamata Blasts Chief Election Commissioner as ‘Arrogant and Liar’ After Meeting

3Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Mamata Blasts Chief Election Commissioner as ‘Arrogant and Liar’ After Meeting

Kolkata/New Delhi – February 3, 2026: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp verbal attack on the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar, following a meeting at the Election Commission of India (ECI) headquarters in New Delhi. The meeting, which lasted over an hour, ended with Mamata walking out, citing the CEC’s arrogance and disrespect toward her delegation. Addressing the media after the meeting, Mamata said, “In my long political career, I have seen many Chief Election Commissioners, but I have never encountered one as arrogant and dishonest as him. I have been a Member of Parliament seven times and a Union Minister four times, yet I have never met a CEC like this. He is extremely arrogant and deceitful. I told him plainly—no one stays in their positio...

Who Will Be Mumbai’s 78th Mayor? Election Likely on February 11

3Feb

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Who Will Be Mumbai’s 78th Mayor? Election Likely on February 11

Mumbai: The suspense over who will become Mumbai’s 78th mayor continues to grip the city. The new mayoral election is likely to take place on February 11, when all 227 elected BMC corporators will cast their votes to select the city’s next mayor. Following the mayoral election, voting for chairpersons of key committees such as Standing and Improvement Committees may take place on February 16. All 227 corporators completed their registration by Monday evening. As of last week, all parties except BJP and Shiv Sena had registered their corporators. How the Election Will Be ConductedThe mayoral election will be held in the BMC Corporation Hall, where all corporators will vote. Each party will nominate candidates based on their strength in the BMC and in accordance with reservation rules. Th...