Politics

During this Christmas season, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President JP Nadda participated in two major events linked to the Christian community, sparking discussions about the party’s strategy ahead of the 2026 state assembly elections. The upcoming polls in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and the Union Territory of Puducherry are expected to see the Christian vote play a significant role, raising questions about the BJP’s outreach efforts. Focus on Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry In Kerala, Christians make up just over 18% of the population, making them a significant electoral bloc. In Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, their population exceeds 6%, which, while smaller, can still influence outcomes in tightly contested constituencies. Historically, PM Modi has actively engaged with...

New Delhi: The Congress party on Thursday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over environmental concerns related to the Aravalli mountain range. Party leader and former Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh criticized what he described as a disconnect between Modi’s global statements on climate and environmental issues and his administration’s local-level actions. Redefinition of Aravalli Range Raises AlarmRamesh expressed concerns over the new definition of the Aravalli range, claiming that over 90% of it would not be protected under the revised guidelines. He warned that the new policy could open up large areas of the already fragile ecosystem to mining, real estate, and other commercial activities, further damaging the environment. Posting on social media platform ‘X’, Ramesh call...

New Delhi:Leaders across political parties on Wednesday extended warm Christmas greetings to the people of India, highlighting the festival’s message of love, compassion, peace and harmony. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi led the wishes, expressing hope that the holy festival would bring happiness, joy and prosperity to everyone’s lives. In a video message shared on social media platform X, Rahul Gandhi said, “May this sacred festival bring happiness, joy and prosperity into your life. May your life be filled with love, compassion and togetherness. Merry Christmas to all.” His message emphasized the inclusive and humane spirit associated with the festival. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also conveyed his greetings, stating that Christmas ...

New Delhi:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday struck a chord with athletes and young Indians while virtually addressing the Sansad Khel Mahotsav 2025. A light-hearted and heartfelt exchange between the Prime Minister and a young boxer from Haryana has since gone viral, drawing widespread appreciation on social media. During the interaction, Haryana boxer Neeraj Singh greeted the Prime Minister in a distinctly local style, saying, “Sir ji, Ram-Ram… kaise ho?” Smiling warmly, PM Modi replied in the same earthy tone, “Main tere jaisa hi hoon” (I’m just like you). The spontaneous response triggered smiles on both sides and quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the event. The brief yet engaging conversation reflected the Prime Minister’s connect with grassroots athle...

New Delhi:Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi recently praised the Karnataka government for facilitating the rapid expansion of Foxconn’s manufacturing operations, highlighting the recruitment of nearly 30,000 employees in just eight to nine months. Calling it the fastest factory expansion ever witnessed in India, Gandhi underlined the transformative impact of such large-scale job creation—particularly for women. Sharing a news report on social media, Rahul Gandhi said that this achievement goes beyond numbers. “It represents real change in people’s lives through dignified employment,” he wrote. Notably, around 80 percent of the newly hired workforce comprises women, most of them aged between 19 and 24. For many, this marks their very first job. Gandhi credited Karnata...