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Three-phase J&K elections from Sept 18, Haryana polls on Oct 1; counting on Oct 4

NEW DELHI, Aug 16: Assembly elections will be held in Jammu and Kashmir after a decade in three phases from September 18, setting the stage for the people of the union territory to elect a government after the scrapping of Article 370 in 2019. The Election Commission also announced that elections to the 90-member Haryana assembly will be held on October 1 and results for both the polls will be declared on October 4. The two assembly elections will be the first popularity test for the BJP and the INDIA bloc following the Lok Sabha polls. The three-phase elections to the 90-member Jammu and Kashmir assembly will be held on September 18, September 25 and October 1, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar told a press conference.The EC said assembly elections in Maharashtra, which were held along with Haryana in 2019, will be announced later due to security requirements for J&K.He said four elections are due this year and by early next year and since Jammu and Kashmir was not in the picture last time (2019-20) the Commission decided to group two assembly elections together. Besides J&K and Haryana, elections are due in Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Delhi which will be announced after the completion of the the two.

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Maharashtra Poll Schedule Announcement Likely in October; ECI May Repeat What It Did in 2014

Back in 2014, the Election Commission of India (ECI) completed the polls to the assemblies of Haryana and Maharashtra on October 19, Sunday, and by the next Saturday, October 25, it announced the schedule for Jharkhand and Jammu & Kashmir. A similar practice could be expected this time also, although the pairing of states will change. Unlike 2009, 2014, or 2019, Haryana and Maharashtra will not…

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Amitbhai Anilchandra Shah (Amit Shah) – A Biography

Early Life and Education

Amitbhai Anilchandra Shah, born on October 22, 1964, in Mumbai to Mrs. Kusum Ben and Mr. Anilchandra Shah, hails from a family with deep roots in Gujarat. His grandfather was a prosperous merchant (Nagar Seth) in Mansa, a small princely state of the Baroda State of Gaikwad. Shah spent his early years in Mansa, where he received his primary education. His upbringing was steeped in the ‘Indian Value Tradition,’ under the guidance of eminent scholars from the Gaikwad State, focusing on Indian scriptures, historical texts, grammar, and epics.

Influences and Early Political Engagement

After completing his primary education, Shah’s family relocated to Ahmedabad. Influenced by his mother, an ardent Gandhian, Shah embraced the simplicity of Khadi. His fascination with the biographies of patriots and the writings of K.M. Munshi deeply influenced his young mind.

At the age of 13, during the 1977 general elections amidst the Emergency period, Shah actively participated in the campaign, supporting Maniben Patel, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s daughter, who contested from the Mehsana Lok Sabha seat as a Jana Sangh candidate.

Early Political Career

Shah’s formal political journey began at 16 when he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as a young Swayamsevak in 1980. By 1982, he was the joint secretary of the Gujarat unit of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and worked as a polling agent for the BJP in 1984. He joined the BJP Yuva Morcha in 1987 and became involved with the Deendayal Research Institute, serving as its treasurer for eight years. This period allowed him to learn from the social reformer Nanaji Deshmukh.

Rise in the BJP

In 1989, Shah became the BJP secretary of Ahmedabad, playing a pivotal role during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and the Ekta Yatra. He managed election campaigns for senior leaders like L.K. Advani and Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Gandhinagar until 2009. Shah’s association with Narendra Modi began in the 1990s when Modi was the BJP’s Organization Secretary in Gujarat. Shah’s business acumen helped him significantly when he became the chairman of the Gujarat Pradesh Finance Corporation in 1995, turning around the corporation’s financial health.

Political Achievements in Gujarat

Shah was appointed the National Treasurer of the BJP’s Yuva Morcha in 1997 and won the Sarkhej assembly by-election by a margin of 25,000 votes. He continuously won assembly elections until 2012, with increasing margins each time. As an MLA, Shah facilitated numerous development projects and became the state secretary of Gujarat BJP in 1998, and state vice-president within a year.

Leadership in Cooperative Sector and Further Political Roles

At 36, Shah became the youngest chairman of the Ahmedabad District Co-operative Bank (ADCB) in 2000, transforming its financial status. He was appointed as the convener of the BJP’s National Cooperative Cell in 2001. He played a crucial role in the 2002 Gujarat assembly elections under Narendra Modi’s leadership and served as a minister in the Gujarat government, holding key portfolios like Home, Traffic, Prohibition, Parliamentary Affairs, Law, and Excise.

National Politics and BJP Presidency

In 2013, Shah became the BJP’s National General Secretary. During the 2014 elections, he was pivotal in the BJP’s success in Uttar Pradesh, securing 73 seats. On July 9, 2014, Shah became the BJP National President. Under his leadership, the BJP expanded its organizational base and achieved significant electoral successes, forming governments in states like Assam, Tripura, Manipur, Haryana, and Maharashtra. He was re-elected as the national president in 2016 and became a trustee of the Somnath Temple Trust the same year.

Ministerial Roles and Legislative Achievements

In 2017, Shah was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat and continued to strengthen the party’s presence across India. He contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Gandhinagar, winning by a significant margin. Appointed as the Home Minister in 2019, Shah played a crucial role in major legislative changes, including the abrogation of Article 370 and the enactment of the Citizenship Amendment Act.

Contributions to Security and Disaster Management

Shah has been instrumental in resolving long-standing issues in Kashmir and the northeastern states, implementing a zero-tolerance policy against Left-Wing Extremism, and improving disaster management protocols. His efforts have bolstered internal security and the National Disaster Response Force’s (NDRF) effectiveness.

Ministry of Cooperation and Personal Life

In 2021, Shah was appointed as the Minister of Cooperation, focusing on revitalizing the cooperative movement. Despite his busy political career, Shah enjoys various cuisines, old films, and chess. He has not traveled abroad since 2006, maintaining a disciplined and spiritual lifestyle.

Amitbhai Anilchandra Shah’s journey from a young activist to one of India’s most influential politicians is marked by strategic acumen, dedication to public service, and a deep commitment to the nation’s security and development.

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EC decision in favour of Shinde group is victory of truth: Amit Shah

Hitting out at former Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, Union Home minister Amit Shah on Saturday said the decision of Election Commission of India (ECI) to allot the name Shiv Sena and its bow and arrow symbol to Eknath Shinde faction was victory of truth. “I was the president of the BJP during the 2019 assembly elections of Maharashtra. The Shiv Sena-BJP alliance was…

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EC’s Sena Order on Expected Lines, Uddhav Should Move Appropriate Court Against It: Prithviraj Chavan

Last Updated: February 17, 2023, 22:18 IST Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. (File Photo: PTI) The Commission said MLAs backing Eknath Shinde got nearly 76 per cent of votes polled in favour of the 55 winning Shiv Sena candidates in the 2019 Maharashtra Assembly polls The Election Commission of India’s decision to recognise the Eknath Shinde faction as the real Shiv Sena was…

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Mukta Tilak Illness And Death Cause; Family, Net Worth

Mukta Tilak Illness And Death Cause; Family, Net Worth

Mukta Tilak is no more. She passed away at age 57 after succumbing to a long-term illness. The Indian politician was serving as a member of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Kasba Peth, Pune, after being elected in the 2019 state elections. Mukta was a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) member and was previously elected Mayor of Pune from 2017 to 2019, becoming the Party’s first member to hold…

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क्यों महाराष्ट्र की राजनीति के चाणक्य हैं पवार, 50 सालों से सियासी धुरंधर

क्यों महाराष्ट्र की राजनीति के चाणक्य हैं पवार, 50 सालों से सियासी धुरंधर

नई दिल्‍ली. महाराष्ट्र (maharashtra) की राजनीति में मराठा क्षत्रप शरद गोविंद राव पवार (Sharad pawar) एक ऐसे राजनीतिज्ञ हैं जिन्होंने पचास साल से लगातार राजनीति में अपनी अहमियत और महत्व को बरकरार रखा है. पूरे देश की नजरें फिर उनकी ओर घूम गई हैं. वो महाराष्ट्र (Maharashtra) में सत्‍ता घमासान के बीच आज प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी (PM Narendra Modi) से मिलने जा रहे हैं. ना जाने उनकी ये मुलाकात ये क्या…

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Bjp Leader Devendra Fadanvis Next Swearing Will Be Held At An Appropriate Hour Sanjay Raut Maharashtra - देवेंद्र फडणवीस बोले- अहले सुबह नहीं होगा अगला शपथ ग्रहण, संजय राउत ने ऐसे किया पलटवार

Bjp Leader Devendra Fadanvis Next Swearing Will Be Held At An Appropriate Hour Sanjay Raut Maharashtra – देवेंद्र फडणवीस बोले- अहले सुबह नहीं होगा अगला शपथ ग्रहण, संजय राउत ने ऐसे किया पलटवार

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महाराष्ट्र के पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री देवेंद्र फडणवीस – फोटो : ANI

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महाराष्ट्र में 2019 विधानसभा चुनाव के बाद तीन दिन के लिए बनी देवेंद्र फडणवीस की सरकार की आज सालगिरह है। इस मसले पर…

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Ignoring My Nomination for Maha Council Polls Conspiracy by State BJP Clique: Eknath Khadse

Ignoring My Nomination for Maha Council Polls Conspiracy by State BJP Clique: Eknath Khadse

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File photo of Maharashtra BJP leader Eknath Khadse.

The BJP has been keeping Khadse at the arm’s length since 2016 when he was made to resign as a minister in the then BJP government headed by Devendra Fadnavis over allegations of corruption.

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Last Updated: May 12, 2020, 5:27 PM IST

Angered by the BJP not considering him for the May 21 Maharashtra…

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Shiv Sena (UBT) NCP (SP) Congress to contest upcoming Maharashtra polls together: Sharad Pawar

Addressing a news conference here, Pawar also said it is the moral responsibility of the major opposition parties in Maharashtra to protect in the state assembly polls the interests of smaller allies, which were part of the coalition in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday said his party, Congress, and the Shiv Sena (UBT) led by Uddhav Thackeray will jointly contest the Maharashtra assembly polls, due in October this year. Addressing a news conference here, Pawar also said it is the moral responsibility of the major opposition parties in Maharashtra to protect in the state assembly polls the interests of smaller allies, which were part of the coalition in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The NCP (SP), Congress and the Shiv Sena (UBT) are constituents of the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), which was in power in the state from November 2019 till June 2022 before the collapse of the Thackeray-led government. Pawar said the opposition will keep a collective face before the people of Maharashtra. There is need for a change in the state and it is the moral responsibility of the opposition coalition to discharge it, Pawar said. “As Arjuna’s target (in the epic Mahabharata) was an eye (of a fish), our eyes are all set on the elections in Maharashtra. The Congress, NCP (SP) and Uddhav Thackeray’s Sena (UBT) will jointly contest the Vidhan Sabha polls,” he said. The former Maharashtra chief minister said talks on seat-sharing in the state have not begun, but will commence soon. The people gave a good response to the NCP (SP), Shiv Sena (UBT) and Congress in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, he noted. “But like these three parties, the Left parties, Peasants and Workers Party (PWP) were also a part of the coalition but we could not give them seats in the Lok Sabha. It is our moral responsibility to protect the interests of these parties,” he said. “So the efforts will be to go ahead with them (in the state assembly polls),” Pawar added. Asked about the state budget presented on Friday by the Eknath Shinde government, the NCP (SP) chief said, “What happens if you go with an empty pocket in a market? It’s a matter of a few days, reality will be seen soon.” A monthly allowance of Rs 1,500 to women in the 21 to 60 age group, three free LPG cylinders a year for households, farmer-friendly steps and a stipend of Rs 10,000 per month to youths for skill training were highlights of the Maharashtra government’s budget for 2024-25 presented on Friday, four months ahead of the state polls. Asked if he will participate in the Wari (pilgrimage) ‘palkhi’ procession which began here on Friday, Pawar said, “The palkhi travels to Pandharpur from my village in Baramati (in Pune district). I will welcome the Wari procession in Baramati.” The ‘palkhis’ (palanquins) carrying the footprints of revered saints Tukaram and Dnyaneshwar Maharaj set out from Pune’s Dehu and Alandi, respectively, to Pandharpur in Solapur district over the last two days. They will reach Lord Vitthal’s temple in Pandharpur on the occasion of Ashadhi Ekadashi on July 17. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday said the state government will send a proposal to United Nations agency UNESCO for world heritage nomination for the annual Pandharpur ‘wari’ which has a tradition of 1,000 years. He said the government will also set up a separate corporation to provide facilities to devotees of Lord Vitthal (called warkaris), who undertake the annual pilgrimage from Alandi and Dehu in Pune district to the Vitthal-Rukmini temple in Pandharpur. The Deputy CM also said the government has decided to provide a sum of Rs 20,000 per ‘dindi’ (group of devotees) of the pilgrimage from this year. An allocation of Rs 36.71 crore has been made for this in the budget. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by DNA staff and is published from PTI) Source link via The Novum Times

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Today in Politics: Key Developments to Watch

Waqf Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha

The Indian government is poised to introduce a significant amendment to the 1995 Waqf Act, aiming to increase transparency and accountability within Waqf boards. These boards manage charitable endowments and play a crucial role in the Muslim community. The proposed amendments include mandatory inclusion of women in these boards and require Waqf properties to be registered with district collectors to ensure accurate valuation.

This move addresses long-standing concerns about the opacity of Waqf boards’ operations and the challenges in legally contesting their decisions. With 30 Waqf boards across India managing properties valued at an estimated Rs 200 crore annually, these changes could have substantial impacts.

The amendment bill is expected to introduce around 40 changes to the current law, including land verification requirements before Waqf property declarations and re-evaluating disputed land claims. The government is determined to pass this bill during the current parliamentary session.

Election Commission’s Visit to Jammu and Kashmir

The Election Commission of India (ECI), led by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, is conducting a three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir from August 8 to 10. The purpose of this visit is to assess the region’s readiness for the upcoming Assembly elections. This marks a pivotal moment, as these elections will be the first since the abrogation of Article 370 and the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories in 2019.

The ECI’s visit includes meetings with district election officers, police superintendents, and other key officials. The commission will also hold a review meeting in Jammu with enforcement agencies and brief the media on their findings. With the Supreme Court’s directive to hold elections by September 30, preparations are in full swing, including the relocation of officers to ensure impartiality.

Ajit Pawar’s Jan Samman Yatra

Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar is set to kick off the Jan Samman Yatra, a significant outreach initiative by the ruling Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), from Dindori in Nashik district on August 8. This campaign aims to consolidate support ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, showcasing unity among the NCP and its allies in the ruling Mahayuti coalition, which includes the BJP and Shiv Sena.

The NCP leadership emphasizes that the yatra will extend beyond NCP strongholds, visiting constituencies held by allies to present a united front for the Mahayuti coalition. The initiative underscores the party’s commitment to securing a strong mandate in the forthcoming elections.

President Droupadi Murmu’s Visit to New Zealand

President Droupadi Murmu embarks on a two-day state visit to New Zealand, marking the first presidential visit from India to New Zealand in eight years. Invited by Governor-General Cindy Kiro, President Murmu’s visit includes meetings with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters.

This diplomatic engagement aims to strengthen bilateral relations between India and New Zealand, with a banquet hosted by Governor-General Kiro in honor of President Murmu’s visit. The trip underscores the importance of enhancing ties between the two nations, exploring areas of mutual interest and cooperation.

Stay tuned for more updates as these political events unfold and shape the landscape in India and beyond.

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Election results: Fadnavis' homeland rejects BJP, richer areas shock Sena

The Congress, which had won 10 seats in the region in 2014, won 17 this time

Election news: The Maharashtra Assembly elections threw up a mild surprise, by giving the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Shiv Sena — known as the Mahayuti —fewer seats than what any of the exit polls had predicted. Not just that, the seat count of the Mahayuti, at the time of going to press, was less than what the two parties had secured in 2014, when they had contested separately.

Despite retaining a strong edge over the majority mark, the Mahayuti lost 24 seats from its kitty, seeing its tally reduced to 161 from 185. The Congress-Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) alliance increased its tally from 81 to 98. Independents and smaller parties bagged 29 seats (from 20 earlier).

The unexpected result may be attributed to two regions of the state — the relatively prosperous western region, and drought-prone Vidarbha — both of which turned their back to...read more

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Son rises for the Sena: Aaditya Thackeray wins from Worli Assembly seat

Election 2019 Few parties manage to stay relevant through a generational change. Shiv Sena is the exception. When it was formed, its founder Bal Thackeray saw it as forum to arouse the Maharashtrian-ness of those who lived in the state, making the Mangalorean, the North Indian, the Tamil, Telugu, and the Malayali the ‘other’.

The Communists and the Congress were also targets of Marmik, a cartoon magazine Thackeray founded that poked fun at the outsiders and the meek Maharashtrians. It also gave an ideological cover for breaking the Communist-dominated trade unions in and around Mumbai's textile mills.

ALSO READ: How Sharad Pawar reawakened NCP among people of Maharashtra

But he soon found that the ‘Maharashtra for Maharashtrians’ slogan had limited appeal outside Mumbai where non-Maharashtrians were seen as performing an economic service and not necessarily as a threat.

A change of track followed with Sena supporters becoming the vanguard of the Hindu movement, speeding ahead of the BJP. Later, owing to the efforts of BJP leader Pramod Mahajan...Read more.

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Did Indian Politician Die In Hospital From Cancer?

Did Indian Politician Die In Hospital From Cancer?

Mukta Tilak was an Indian politician, and people are curious about Mukta Tilak Death as she had been fighting Cancer for a long time.  In the 2019 state elections, she was chosen to represent Kasba Peth in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate. She was chosen to serve as Pune’s mayor from 2017 to 2019. Tilak was the first BJP official to assume the office of…