Politics

MEA announces series of events for 2015 Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Part - 2

Gandhinagar, Jan 07 (ANI): MEA Spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin on Wednesday announced the series of events to take place at the 2015 Pravasi Bhartiya Divas, the youth part of which commenced today amidst tight security in Gandhinagar. The event marks the centenary of the return to India of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa. He also said that among other events a stamp and coin will be inaugurated at the function featuring images of Mahatma Gandhi as a bachelor and as Father of the Nation. Akbaruddin also informed that Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj met with her South African counterpart Maite Nkoana-Mashabane today and discussed wide range of issues. The three day event is the world's largest annual gathering of people of Indian origin aimed at enhancing networking and reinforcing commercial linkages.

Jan 7, 2015

Punjab CM demands release of Sikh terrorists, Reactions flow

New Delhi, Jan 07 (ANI): Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal has written in a letter to many states demanding the release of 13 Sikh terrorists involved in Khalistan activities. This drew reactions on Wednesday from political and anti-terrorist organizations. NCP leader Majid Memon said that this is a matter which should be treated or released under law. BJP leader GVL Narasimha Rao said that political parties should not use terror to hold votes. Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi said that it was a matter to be dealt between law and government. Meanwhile, AIATF Chairman Maninderjeet Singh Bitta said that terrorists should never be freed from jail.

Jan 7, 2015

Bengal Global Industrial Summit: Political differences won't block development, says Mamata

Kolkata, Jan 07 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday invited industrialists from across the world to invest in the state and assured them all help in establishing their businesses. While addressing business heads from all around the world after inaugurating the two-day Bengal Global Business Summit along with Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley promised a business-friendly environment in the state. She assured that political differences will not block the road for development.

Jan 7, 2015

Vinay Katiyar says 'ghar wapsi' won't succeed if Hindus don't change their mindset, Politicos react

New Delhi, Jan 07 (ANI): Political leaders on Wednesday react as BJP Rajya Sabha member from UP, Vinay Katiyar said that 'ghar wapsi' won't succeed if Hindus don't change their mindset. BJP Spokesperson GVL Narasimha Rao said that BJP is not involved in such programmes and distanced the party from the same. He also said that the central government had proposed a law against the same which still remains pending. Congress leader Rita Bahuguna Joshi and JD (U) leader Ali Anwar condemned the programme and said that such programmes should be avoided.

Jan 7, 2015

Minor girl allegedly sexually assaulted at school in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Jan 07 (ANI): A minor girl was allegedly sexually assaulted at school in Bengaluru on Wednesday after which agitated locals protested and destroyed school property. Bengaluru Police Commissioner MN Reddi said that the girl was allegedly assaulted by the physical education teacher in the school. He assured that police will take the necessary action in the case and appealed to the locals not to spread disharmony in the area or cause violence.

Jan 7, 2015

SIT set up to investigate Sunanda Pushkar murder case: BS Bassi

New Delhi, Jan 7 (ANI): Delhi police commissioner BS Bassi said on Wednesday that a special investigation team has been set up which will be closely monitored by DCP South, Additional DCP South, an inspector and a SHO in the Sunanda Pushkar murder case. On Tuesday reports emerged that a medical report on Congress leader Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar's death says that she was poisoned. Bassi also said on Tuesday that a murder case has been registered in the matter and proper investigation shall be conducted.

Jan 7, 2015

SAD clarifies Punjab CM's demand on terrorists' release, commemoration of death anniversary of Indir

New Delhi, Jan 07 (ANI): President of SAD unit in Delhi and President of DSGMC, Manjit Singh GK on Wednesday clarified the demand made by Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal regarding the release of 13 terrorists jailed in connection with Khalistan activities. Manjit Singh GK said that the terrorists have completed even more than 10 years beyond their jail sentence which is why they have all the right to be released. He added that it was a case of human rights and the legal procedure shall be followed. He further clarified the misconception regarding the commemoration of death anniversary of Indira Gandhi's assassins by Akal Takht saying that it was a custom at gurudwara to honour anybody who keeps a 'path'.

Jan 7, 2015

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015: Sushma Swaraj invites 'young pravasis' to contribute to India's growth

Gandhinagar, Jan 07 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj inaugurated the Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Gandhinagar on Wednesday by lighting the ceremonial lamp. Swaraj while speaking at the event invited the 'young pravasis' to come and contribute to India's growth. Swaraj also talked about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies of 'Make in India', 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' among others. She also applauded Indian economy 'showing new dynamism under the new government'. More than 4,000 delegates have arrived for the 13th PBD, the world's largest annual gathering of people of Indian origin, aimed at enhancing networking and reinforcing commercial linkages. The three-day diaspora conclave is being held at the Mahatma Mandir complex in Gandhinagar.

Jan 7, 2015

Akal Takht commemorates death anniversary of Indira Gandhi's assassins, politicos condemn

New Delhi, Jan 07 (ANI): Sikh religious organization Akal Takht commemorated the death anniversary of Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's assassins. NCP leader Majid Memon said that it is up to the organizations whom to pay homage but it is not an issue the country should be concerned about. BJP leader GVL Narasimha Rao said that it was unfortunate as Indira Gandhi was one of the nation's leaders and her assassins were punished by law. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar also condemned the incident.

Jan 7, 2015

Reactions pour in as Sakshi Maharaj says every Hindu woman must produce at least 4 kids

Meerut/ New Delhi, Jan 07 (ANI): Reactions pour in on Wednesday as BJP leader Sakshi Maharaj said that every Hindu woman should produce at least four kids. The BJP MP again stirred a hornet's nest by saying this and also mocking Muslim men for having four wives and 40 children. AIDWA General Secretary Jagmati Sangwan said that the BJP MP's remarks are against national population policy and that action must be initiated against him. JD (U) leaders Ali Anwar and KC Tyagi also condemned the statement and said that leaders like Maharaj should first produce 5 children and then tell other to do the same.

Jan 7, 2015

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