BJP govt’s Hindi push sparks strong protests
The government said that the directive would be applicable only in Hindi speaking states. The government was facing severe criticism from several quarters with critics claiming that the move was aimed at imposing the language on the entire country. The Home Ministry said on Friday that the... read more »
Mayawati slams BJP for defending Nihal Chand
NEW DELHI: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Friday condemned the Narendra Modi-led NDA Government for defending Union minister of state for chemicals and fertilizers Nihal Chand Meghwal, who is an accused in a sexual assault case. Talking exclusively to ANI, former Uttar Pradesh chief... read more »
BJP veterans Joshi, Kalyan, Yashwant to be made Governors?
New Delhi: Nearly two weeks after taking charge, the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is considering to replace Governors who were appointed by the UPA-II regime, reports siad on Friday. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), which also acts as advisor to the President on the... read more »
BJP set to corner SP in Parliament over rising rape cases in UP
New Delhi: With the Parliament resuming its normal business, the ruling BJP is set to corner the Samajwadi Party led By Mulayam Singh Yadav over rising incidents of crimes against women in Uttar Pradesh. BJP leader and Union Water Resources Minister Uma Bharti on Thursday said, “The insensitive... read more »
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