Amit Shah

Women's reservation Bill defeated in Lok Sabha; fails to secure two-thirds majority; Rahul Gandhi hails Constitution as amendment falters

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, proposing Lok Sabha expansion and 33% women's reservation, was defeated after failing to secure a two-thirds majority despite 298 votes in favour. Its linkage to delimitation sparked opposition concerns over regional imbalance, with the government defending

6 days ago

'koi maai ka laal babri masjid nahi bana paayega': Amit Shah big warning to Mamata Banerjee ahead of polls

Union Home Minister Amit Shah warned Mamata Banerjee that the BJP would not allow a Babri Masjid-like structure in Bengal if voted to power. Targeting TMC leader Humayun Kabir, he said, "Kaan khol kar sunn lo… koi maai ka laal Babri masjid nahi bana paayega," escalating poll rhetoric.

7 days ago

Who is Samrat Choudhary? BJP legislature party leader set to become new Bihar CM

'Confident that under your leadership, Bihar will develop even more rapidly': Nitish Kumar to CM Samrat Choudhary

Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Samrat Choudhary is set to take oath as the next Chief Minister of the state on Wednesday, a day after Nitish Kumar resigned from the top post to pursue a new innings as a Rajya Sabha MP. Once sworn in, Choudhary will have the distinction of being the first BJP CM of Bihar.

8 days ago

Do not believe in 'bulldozer politics', says Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee criticised the concept of "bulldozer politics," taking an indirect swipe at Yogi Adityanath during an election rally in West Bengal. She emphasised that she believes in "love" rather than forceful governance, responding to remarks about applying the "Uttar Pradesh model" in the state.

10 days ago

Last senior Naxalite neutralised in Chhattisgarh encounter, claims police

Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district have reportedly neutralised a senior female Naxalite commander, Rupi, during an encounter in the Chhotebethiya area. She was an Area Committee Member with a ₹5 lakh bounty on her head and is believed by police to be the last remaining senior cadre in the Bastar region.

11 days ago

Modi govt's iron fist and velvet glove combined to weed out Maoist insurgency in India

The government's strategy combined a hardline "iron fist" approach with a "velvet glove" policy offering incentives for surrender, including financial aid, education support, housing, and Panchayat rewards for collective surrenders.

23 days ago

Maoists have no faith in democracy or development, says HM Shah in Lok Sabha

Shah said Naxalism rose due to limited post-Independence resources, weak state presence, and low literacy in tribal areas. He emphasised the Modi government's twin strategy of security and development, improving infrastructure, connectivity, and education, and urged Maoists to lay down arms.

24 days ago

'Equal laws for all citizens': Amit Shah on Gujarat's UCC Bill passage

Bill mandates compulsory registration of marriages and divorces, court-based divorce procedures, monogamy, and penalties for fraud or coercion in marriage. It ensures equal inheritance and maintenance rights for women, and requires registration of live-in relationships. Amit Shah praised Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel.

29 days ago

Rahul Gandhi to skip Kerala rally, Kharge to address gathering instead

Gandhi also opted out of an all-party meeting in Delhi, though he welcomed broader consultations. The meeting, to be chaired by Amit Shah, will focus on the escalating West Asia crisis and its economic and security implications for India. Senior ministers, including S. Jaishankar.

29 days ago

Amit Shah lauds CISF role in anti-Naxal Ops, says Red Corridor dream will be crushed

Amit Shah praised CISF for its role in anti-Naxal operations during the force's 57th Raising Day in Cuttack, Odisha. He reiterated the government's goal of making India Naxal-free by March 31, 2026, and said security forces will dismantle the Maoists' "Red Corridor" from Tirupati to Pashupatinath Temple.

Mar 6, 2026

Kejriwal breaks down after court discharge in excise policy case; Sisodia consoles him

Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was seen weeping on Friday as he interacted with the media following a big relief from court in the Delhi excise policy case linked to him. All 23 accused persons in the CBI's case were discharged by a court in Delhi,

Feb 27, 2026

JeM commander among two terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter

A top commander of Jaish-e-Mohammad was among two terrorists killed in an encounter with joint security forces in Kishtwar district during Operation Trashi-I. The Army's White Knight Corps, along with J&K Police and the CRPF, neutralised the militants and recovered two AK-47 rifles.

Feb 22, 2026

Home Minister Amit Shah assures J&K tourism continues to attract visitors post-Pahalgam attack

India accounts for more than half of global digital transactions, says HM Amit Shah

The initiative includes the launch of the 'Annapurti' Grain ATM in Ahmedabad, capable of dispensing 25 kg of grains in 35 seconds, along with sealed distribution of pulses and the 'Garima Poshan' campaign. Shah said the model would be implemented nationwide within three to four years.

Feb 15, 2026

India's farmers 'betrayed' in US trade deal, Rahul Gandhi poses 5 questions; Amit Shah says interests fully safeguarded

Union Home Minister Amit Shah rejected the allegations, asserting that all trade agreements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi fully protect agriculture, dairy and fisheries. He accused Congress of misleading farmers, highlighted increased agriculture budgets and MSP procurement, and challenged Gandhi to a public debate.

Feb 15, 2026

Sachin Tendulkar personally invites President Murmu, PM Modi, Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi for son Arjun's wedding; Congress Kerala alleges pressure on Sachin to delete post with Rahul Gandhi

Sachin Tendulkar invites President Murmu, PM Modi for son Arjun's wedding; Cong Kerala objects to post with Rahul Gandhi

On Tuesday, Sachin Tendulkar met top political leaders in New Delhi to personally invite them to the wedding of his son, Arjun Tendulkar. He shared photos of these meetings across his social-media accounts.

Feb 11, 2026

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's principles continue to remain guiding light, says PM Modi

On the death anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other leaders including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, paid tributes to the visionary leader. Upadhyaya, a key figure in Bharatiya Jana Sangh, is remembered for his philosophy of Integral Humanism (Ekatma Manav Darshan) and the principle of Antyodaya, emphasizing holistic development rooted in India's cultural ethos.

Feb 11, 2026

'Lay down arms, join mainstream of development': Amit Shah renews appeal to Maoists in Bastar

Addressing tribals at the Bastar Pandum festival in Jagdalpur, Amit Shah highlighted major development initiatives, assured dignified rehabilitation for those who surrender, and warned of strict action against violence.

Feb 9, 2026

Home Minister Amit Shah assures J&K tourism continues to attract visitors post-Pahalgam attack

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that tourist interest in Jammu and Kashmir remains strong despite last year's Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people. He emphasised the need for aggressive promotion of J&K's destinations and assured that the BJP-led Centre will support new tourism initiatives.

Feb 7, 2026

Operation Sindoor: Amit Shah salutes BSF's bravery, lauds force as India's border shield

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday praised the Border Security Force for its courage and sacrifices during Operation Sindoor, saying the force has always stood as the nation's first line of defence in the most challenging times. He highlighted the destruction of Pakistani posts and terror launch pads, honoured fallen martyrs, and announced major welfare and modernization initiatives for BSF personnel.

Feb 7, 2026

Amit Shah Orders Zero Infiltration, Calls for Elimination of Terrorists in J&K

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security review meeting in Jammu and directed security forces to eliminate all Pakistani terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir while ensuring zero infiltration across the LoC and International Border.

Feb 7, 2026

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Amit Shah

Women's reservation Bill defeated in Lok Sabha; fails to secure two-thirds majority; Rahul Gandhi hails Constitution as amendment falters

'koi maai ka laal babri masjid nahi bana paayega': Amit Shah big warning to Mamata Banerjee ahead of polls

'Confident that under your leadership, Bihar will develop even more rapidly': Nitish Kumar to CM Samrat Choudhary

Do not believe in 'bulldozer politics', says Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

Last senior Naxalite neutralised in Chhattisgarh encounter, claims police

Modi govt's iron fist and velvet glove combined to weed out Maoist insurgency in India

Maoists have no faith in democracy or development, says HM Shah in Lok Sabha

'Equal laws for all citizens': Amit Shah on Gujarat's UCC Bill passage

Rahul Gandhi to skip Kerala rally, Kharge to address gathering instead

Amit Shah lauds CISF role in anti-Naxal Ops, says Red Corridor dream will be crushed

Kejriwal breaks down after court discharge in excise policy case; Sisodia consoles him

JeM commander among two terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter

India accounts for more than half of global digital transactions, says HM Amit Shah

India's farmers 'betrayed' in US trade deal, Rahul Gandhi poses 5 questions; Amit Shah says interests fully safeguarded

Sachin Tendulkar invites President Murmu, PM Modi for son Arjun's wedding; Cong Kerala objects to post with Rahul Gandhi

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's principles continue to remain guiding light, says PM Modi

'Lay down arms, join mainstream of development': Amit Shah renews appeal to Maoists in Bastar

Home Minister Amit Shah assures J&K tourism continues to attract visitors post-Pahalgam attack

Operation Sindoor: Amit Shah salutes BSF's bravery, lauds force as India's border shield

Amit Shah Orders Zero Infiltration, Calls for Elimination of Terrorists in J&K

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