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Feb282024 by thestatelineNo Comments

BJP Lodges Complaint Against Rajya Sabha MP Naseer Hussain Over ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ Slogans

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Bengaluru: Late Tuesday night saw Karnataka BJP taking decisive action, filing a police complaint against Rajya Sabha MP Naseer Hussain. The complaint demands legal repercussions for the Congress leader after his supporters purportedly chanted 'Pakistan Zindabad' slogans within the Assembly premises while celebrating his victory in the RS polls. BJP MLC N. Ravikumar and MLA Doddangouda Patil spearheaded the complaint, submitted to the Vidhana Soudha police station against Hussain and his supporters. The complaint narrates the incident stating, "Following the Rajya Sabha elections at the Vidhana Soudha on February 27, Naseer Hussain and his supporters gathered near the counting area. Subsequently, at approximately 7 p.m., the returning officer declared Naseer Hussain duly elected. How...

Feb282024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra’ to Navigate Gujarat’s Tribal Heartland

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Gandhinagar: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's ambitious 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' is poised to venture through the tribal enclaves of Gujarat, marking a significant leg of its journey as it enters the state on March 7. Commencing its Gujarat leg from Jhalod in Dahod district, the Yatra is strategically tailored to traverse the eastern tribal belt of the state, reflecting a concerted effort to engage with the indigenous communities. Although momentarily paused due to Rahul Gandhi's prior commitments in Europe, the Yatra is slated to resume its momentum upon entering Gujarat on March 7. Covering an extensive distance of 467 km within Gujarat, the Yatra will span seven districts, including Dahod, Panchmahal, Chhota Udepur, Bharuch, Tapi, Surat, and Navsari, before crossing into Maharash...

Feb282024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Ayodhya Set to Unveil Its Own Riverside Beach

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Ayodhya: Exciting developments are underway in Ayodhya as plans emerge to transform one of the banks of the serene Saryu river into a bustling beach, akin to the famed 'chowpatties'. Confirming this initiative, an official revealed that the Uttar Pradesh Housing Department has greenlit the proposal put forth by the local development authority to establish this waterfront attraction at Ram Ki Paidi. The Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA) has already commenced preparations, focusing on ensuring a diverse range of hygienically prepared food items for visitors. A senior authority figure elaborated on the vision, highlighting the intention to create a vibrant space with temporary structures, designated food zones housing carts, and sheltered areas under canopies or pergolas. To kickstart...

Feb282024 by thestatelineNo Comments

120 patients need evacuation from Nasser Hospital in Gaza’s Khan Younis

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Gaza: The Gaza-based Health Ministry has issued a pressing call for the evacuation of approximately 120 patients from the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis city, situated in the southern Gaza Strip. In an official statement conveyed to the news agency on Tuesday, the Health Ministry emphasized the critical need for relocating patients to alternative medical facilities. The necessity arises from the operational shutdown of vital medical equipment at the Nasser Medical Complex, attributed to recent Israeli airstrikes. Nasser Hospital, the region's second-largest medical facility, ceased operations subsequent to an Israeli military intervention on February 14, following an extended period of closure, as reported by news agencies. The Israeli military formally announced the conclu...

Feb282024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Himachal BJP Leaders to Seek Floor Test, Demand Governor’s Intervention

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Shimla: Following a significant setback for the ruling Congress party in Himachal Pradesh, BJP leaders, led by Opposition Leader Jai Ram Thakur, are set to meet Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Wednesday to press for a floor test during the ongoing Budget session. The recent defeat suffered by the Congress, attributed to cross-voting by six of its legislators for a single Rajya Sabha seat, has prompted the BJP to call for a floor test, citing the government's minority status. With the Budget for 2024-25 scheduled for passage on Wednesday, the BJP aims to challenge the Congress government by demanding a voting process instead of a voice vote, given the perceived minority status of the ruling party. Following the recent cross-voting, the BJP's strength in the House has surged to 34 fr...

Nov12023 by thestatelineNo Comments

Former BJP MP Vivek Joins Congress, Dealing Another Blow to Telangana BJP

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Hyderabad: In a significant development, former Member of Parliament Vivek has left the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and joined the Indian National Congress. In a letter addressed to Telangana BJP president G. Kishan Reddy, Vivek expressed his decision to resign from the BJP "with a heavy heart." Vivek later met with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi at the Novotel Hotel in Shamshabad, where he officially joined the Congress party. Accompanied by his son Vamsi Krishna, the former MP held discussions with Rahul Gandhi, who is currently campaigning for the party in Telangana. The meeting was also attended by Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president A. Revanth Reddy and other party leaders. Revanth Reddy, addressing reporters, stated that Vivek's entry into the Congress would fu...

Nov12023 by thestatelineNo Comments

BJP’s Amit Malviya Fires Back at Chidambaram in Apple Snooping Controversy

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New Delhi: Amit Malviya, the chief of the BJP's IT cell, has responded to P. Chidambaram in the ongoing Apple snooping controversy, stating, "You were the Home Minister when former Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee's office was bugged. Does this ring a bell, Mr. Chidambaram?" He supported his assertion with a linked news report. Malviya's comments came in the wake of Chidambaram's criticism of the BJP government at the Center. Chidambaram had expressed concerns about alleged state-sponsored hackers targeting the mobile phones of Opposition leaders, alluding to the unresolved Pegasus mystery, which has raised suspicions about government involvement. Chidambaram, in a post, raised questions about the security alerts sent by Apple to hundreds of Opposition leaders, warning of state-spon...

Nov12023 by thestatelineNo Comments

Chiyaan Vikram Unleashes His Fiercest Persona in ‘Thangalaan’ Teaser

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In a gripping teaser for the upcoming film 'Thangalaan,' Chiyaan Vikram dons a savage and intense look that promises a dark and morose narrative. The teaser commences with the ominous words: "As myth leads to history, as greed leads to destruction, as blood wars lead to liberty, rises the son of gold." Set against the backdrop of British India, 'Thangalaan' revolves around the Kolar Gold Fields and the British Empire's relentless pursuit to mine the precious gold by displacing the indigenous tribe. Vikram, who appears to be either the tribe's leader or one of its most formidable warriors, is portrayed as almost animalistic in his fierce determination. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3A2mQdCS6g In a striking scene by the beach, the actor swiftly seizes a snake, breaks its neck, te...

Nov12023 by thestatelineNo Comments

Microsoft Unveils Major Windows 11 Update: ‘Chat’ Replaces Microsoft Teams

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Microsoft has rolled out a substantial update for Windows 11, introducing a significant change in the form of the name switch from Microsoft Teams to "Chat" in the new update, known as Windows 11, version 23H2. John Cable, Vice President of Programme Management for Windows Servicing and Delivery, announced in a blog post on Tuesday, "Chat is now Microsoft Teams (free) and is pinned by default to the taskbar." He further explained, "When you click to launch Microsoft Teams, you will discover a mini communications experience that makes it possible to chat, call, meet, and create a space for community groups to come together, organize, and share ideas in just a click or two." In addition to this noteworthy change, the Windows 11 2023 update introduces several improvements in app managem...

Oct312023 by thestatelineNo Comments

Congress Unveils Fourth List of 56 Candidates for Rajasthan Elections

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New Delhi: In preparation for the upcoming Rajasthan assembly polls scheduled for November 25, the Congress party has announced its fourth list of candidates. This list features a total of 56 candidates, demonstrating the party's commitment to fielding a robust team for the electoral battle. https://twitter.com/INCRajasthan/status/1719356162272112941