Politics

Congress leadership wiped out in Chhattisgarh, govt remained silent: Rahul Gandhi - Part - 2

Rajnandgaon, Nov 08 (ANI): Addressing a rally in Rajnandgaon district in Chhattigarh on Friday, Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi said that the entire Congress leadership was wiped out in the state and the government remained silent on the same. He also blamed the state government for the spread of Maoism. Further, he slammed the BJP for its ‘corrupt’ politics and said that everything taken away from the people of Chhattisgarh by BJP will be returned to them once Congress comes to power. Gandhi also talked about various bills and laws brought about by the party for the welfare of the people. Gandhi also indirectly blamed the opposition for the death of Nand Kumarji who was a strong contender for the state’s CM post.

Nov 8, 2013

Constitution expert on Gauhati HC's ruling on CBI

New Delhi, Nov 8 (ANI): After the Gauhati High Court ruled that the CBI is legally not a police force and stripped it of its powers to investigate crimes, arrest suspects and file charge-sheets, Constitutional Expert Subhash Kashyap said that the judgement needs to be analyzed by the government and he believes the government would make an appeal to the Supreme Court over the matter. He further added that the verdict could have far reaching implications.

Nov 8, 2013

Rahul Gandhi targeting Muslim youth without evidence: BJP after his reply to EC

New Delhi, Nov 08 (ANI): After Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Friday sent his response to the Election Commission's notice on his speeches negating the allegations, BJP Spokesperson Ravi Shankar Prasad said that Gandhi is targeting Muslim youth without any evidence. He questioned him if Gandhi had any proof on ISI approaching Muslim youths in Muzaffarnagar. Prasad also appealed the Election Commission to take serious note of the issue.

Nov 8, 2013

Jairam Ramesh promotes biodiversity and sustainable development

New Delhi, Nov 08 (ANI): While addressing a conference on "Conservation of freshwater resources in the Himalayas," Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh said sustainable development is seen as the biggest challenge not only in India but across the global forum. Ramesh was speaking at the opening of the 5th annual Khoryug Conference on Environmental Protection on Friday. The minister also added that water security issue can be addressed appropriately if there are more of awareness campaigns and active public participation.

Nov 8, 2013

Super Typhoon Haiyan makes landfall in the Philippines

One of the most intense typhoons ever recorded hits the Philippines, triggering flash floods and ripping down buildings as millions of people take shelter. Duration: 00:56

Nov 8, 2013

Lost kingdom: Myanmar's forgotten royals

In a modest Yangon apartment, the granddaughter of Myanmar's last king, Princess Hteik Su Phaya Gyi, lives poor and unrecognised by her neighbours -- a far cry from the power and riches of her ancestors. Duration: 02:28

Nov 8, 2013

Venezuelan to deploy an anti-aircraft system at "key points"

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said on Thursday that Venezuela will deploy an anti-aircraft system at "key points", like the mountains and around Caracas, to defend the country against foreign threat. Duration:00:55

Nov 8, 2013

BJP on Congress's decision to shun opinion poll shows

New Delhi, Nov 08 (ANI): The BJP on Friday took a dig at the Congress for its decision to shun opinion poll shows, saying that the ruling government is scared to face its defeat in the upcoming general elections. BJP Vice President Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that the Congress is responsible for inflation, mis-governance and all kind of scams.

Nov 8, 2013

Govt will go to SC to challenge Gauhati HC order: V Narayanasamy

New Delhi, Nov 08 (ANI): After Gauhati High Court declared CBI as 'unconstitutional' and that it can't investigate crimes, MoS to prime minister's office V Narayanasamy said that government will go to the Supreme Court to challenge the ruling. He further said that any ruling on the same will come after consultation with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Law Minister Kapil Sibal.

Nov 8, 2013

Need to discuss CBI's power and responsibilities afresh: BJP on Gauhati HC's verdict

New Delhi, Nov 8 (ANI): A day after the Gauhati High Court ruled that the CBI is legally not a police force and stripped it of its powers to investigate crimes, arrest suspects and file charge-sheets, the BJP on Friday said that the CBI's role, responsibilities and power needs to be discussed afresh.

Nov 8, 2013

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