The Election Commission of India (ECI) notified the schedule for the election of the Vice President of India. The poll, if contested, will be held between 10 AM and 5 PM on September 9 at the First Floor of the Parliament House, a press note said.
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Mehbooba Mufti advocated for the resumption of sporting ties between India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions following recent events, including the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. She emphasized that continuous conflict hinders India's progress in addressing unemployment and poverty.
BJP leaders strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Indian economy, calling him delusional and ignorant for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" jibe. They highlighted India's economic growth and questioned Gandhi's investments in the same economy he criticizes. BJP leaders accused him of making anti-India statements and damaging his political credibility.
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge criticized the BJP and JD(S) for their silence following Prajwal Revanna's conviction in a rape case. Kharge questioned the BJP's 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' slogan, accusing them of using other leaders to divert attention from such crimes.
India clinched a thrilling Test series victory against England by 6 runs, while PM Modi paid tribute to Shibu Soren after his passing. A political clash erupted over the Supreme Court's criticism of Rahul Gandhi's China remarks. Despite Western pressure, India continues to import Russian oil, and a SpiceJet staffer spoke out about an assault at Srinagar airport.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, have expressed their condolences on the passing of former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik. Malik, known for his outspoken nature and later criticism of the BJP, passed away at the age of 79 while undergoing treatment in New Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi, a Congress leader, received bail from a Jharkhand court. This relates to a case about alleged defamatory comments. The comments were directed at Union Home Minister Amit Shah in 2018. Gandhi had challenged a court order summoning him. The case was filed by Pratap Kumar. He accused Gandhi of making the remarks at a Chaibasa rally.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks regarding the Galwan clash, following the Supreme Court's disapproval. Modi stated that such immature comments about India's borders and armed forces are detrimental. He emphasized that the court's rebuke serves as a lesson to those making unsubstantiated claims about national security.
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