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Peace can be established in Bengal only after infiltration stops: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said peace can be established in West Bengal only when cross-border infiltration from Bangladesh stops. He claimed that illegal immigration from the neighbouring country will be stopped if the BJP comes to power in West Bengal in 2026. Addressing the inauguration of a new passenger terminal building and cargo gate at Petrapole land port along the India-Bangladesh border in Bengal, he slammed the TMC government over the issue of corruption and exhorted the people of the state to bring in political change in 2026. In establishing peace in the region, land ports play an important role. When there is no scope for the legal movement of people across the border, illegal modes of movement arise, which impacts the peace of the country. I urge the people of Bengal to bring in change in 2026, and we will stop infiltration, and peace will come, he said. There can be peace in Bengal only when infiltration stops Land ports play an important role in improv

HM Amit Shah arrives Kolkata to launch BJP's membership drive in state

On Amit Shah's visit, BJP leader Locket Chatterjee said that due to political issues in the state, the membership drive started late in the state

HM Shah to inaugurate new terminal at Indo-Bangla border crossing on Sunday

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the newly- constructed passenger terminal and a cargo gate named as 'Maitri Dwar' at the India-Bangladesh land border crossing in West Bengal on Sunday. The crossing at Petrapole is the largest land port in South Asia and is a vital gateway for trade and commerce between India and Bangladesh. The union home minister will inaugurate the passenger terminal building and 'Maitri Dwar' at land port Petrapole in West Bengal on Sunday, an official statement said. Petrapole (India)-Benapole (Bangladesh) is one of the most important land border crossings for India-Bangladesh both in terms of trade and passengers movement. Nearly 70 per cent of land-based trade (by value) between India and Bangladesh takes place through this land port which is under the administrative control of the Land Ports Authority of India, a wing of the Ministry of Home Affairs. It is also the eighth largest international immigration port of India and facilitates movement

Jharkhand polls: BJP's list of star campaigners out, PM Modi, Shah on list

BJP CMs such as Yogi Adityanath (Uttar Pradesh), Nayab Singh Saini (Haryana), Mohan Majhi Himanta Biswa Sarma and Vishnu Deo Sai (Chhattisgarh) are also in list

Mahayuti leaders hold meeting with Amit Shah for Maharashtra seat-sharing

All three parties had already released their initial lists of candidates, but 106 seats remained unannounced

J&K CM Abdullah meets home minister Amit Shah, discusses statehood issue

The newly elected chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday and discussed issues related to the Union Territory including early restoration of statehood. On his first visit to the national capital after assuming office last week, Abdullah spent nearly 30 minutes with the Home Minister. He later said that it was a courtesy call during which he apprised the Union Home Minister about the situation and also discussed the issue of restoration of statehood. Abdullah's visit follows the terror attack in the Gangangir area of Ganderbal district, where terrorists mercilessly killed seven individuals, including a doctor, just three days ago. Since the reorganisation of Jammu and Kashmir into a Union Territory in 2019, the police force has been under the jurisdiction of the Union Home Ministry. During his stay in Delhi, the chief minister is scheduled to meet the central leadership, including an anticipated meeting with Prime Minister

Changes to be made to charter of Civil Defence, Home Guards: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said his ministry will make changes to the charter of the Civil Defence and Home Guards within four months to make it more relevant and useful. Civil Defence and Home Guards will become irrelevant if their roles are not changed in accordance with the present requirements of the country, Shah said while addressing the 14th All India Conference of Civil Defence and Home Guards here. "I believe that keeping in mind the requirements of the country today, there is a need to rethink the role of these two organisations to make them more relevant," the minister said. The changes will be effected in four months, he said, adding that a lot of new things will be added. ".....we will make it relevant and also try to make it useful and work towards bringing a new consciousness, a new life into the movement," Shah said. If the charter of any organisation is not changed for fifty years, both the organisation and charter become irrelevant, he said. "India

Lack of clarity in laws will lead to judicial intervention, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday stressed the need for clarity in laws, stating that judiciary can intervene only when people responsible for drafting legislations leave "grey areas". He was addressing the Gujarat legislative assembly here as part of a day-long 'Legislative Drafting Training Workshop' organised for the officials of the assembly secretariat. "I know that whatever I am going to speak will create a controversy, but I want to tell you that the judiciary will intervene only when you leave any grey area in drafting the legislation. More clarity in the legislation, less the intervention of courts," Shah said in his address to the House, where MLAs, MPs as well as former legislators and Speakers were present. Citing the Modi government's move of abrogating Article 370, he said, "When the Article was drafted, it was clearly written that it is a temporary provision of the Constitution which can be removed through an amendment that can be passed through a simple ...

Parents of RG Kar murder victim seek Amit Shah's help in fight for justice

The victim's father conveyed the immense mental pressure they are facing and sought Union Home Minister Amit Shah's insights, guidance, and assistance

Shah hails 8 years of UDAN, lauds affordable air travel, connectivity

He added that Prime Minister Modi has unlocked India's growth potential by providing the right facilities

'Battle not finished': Amit Shah remembers fallen police personnel

The memorial provides a sense of national identity, pride, unity of purpose, and common history for police forces, reinforcing their commitment to protect the nation even at the cost of their lives

J&K terror attack: Vital infra targeted, Shah pledges action; key updates

The terrorists opened indiscriminate fire on workers from a private company at the under-construction Z-Morh tunnel in J&K's Gund area, which connects Gagangeer to Sonamarg in central Kashmir

Nayab Singh Saini takes oath as Haryana CM; PM Modi, Shah in attendance

This marks Saini's second term as chief minister, following the BJP's third consecutive victory in Haryana Assembly elections

Nayab Saini elected legislature party leader, to take oath as CM on Oct 17

Union Minister Shah said that Haryana's victory is the result of the developmental narrative carried by the Prime Minister across the country

Increased MSP for rabi crops will boost farmers' income, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Union Cabinet's decision to increase the MSP of six rabi crops will increase the income of farmers and they will become even more prosperous. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the price hikes for six rabi crops, with increases ranging from Rs 130 to Rs 300 per quintal for the 2025-26 marketing season beginning April 2025. "The Union Cabinet, led by Modiji, today approved the increase in MSP of rabi crops for the 2025-26 season. The MSP of rapeseed and mustard has been increased by the highest Rs 300 per quintal and the MSP of lentil has also been increased significantly by Rs 275 per quintal. These increased MSPs will enhance the income of farmers. Our farmers will become even more prosperous," Shah wrote on 'X' in Hindi. Thanking the prime minister, Shah said the Modi government is dedicated to the welfare of farmers and takes care of every concern they have. In ..

Govt to withdraw NSG commandos from VVIP protection; all you need to know

The NSG, internationally recognised for its expertise in counter-terrorism, is undergoing a rationalisation process overseen by the Ministry of Home Affairs

PM Modi's vision for 2047 is a terror-free, drug-free India: HM Amit Shah

No one can favour anyone because even if an officer compromises on his duties, due to the scientific evidences, he will not be able to do anything in front of the court. The FSL report will go

Amit Shah praises organisation, greets RSS volunteers on foundation day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday greeted members of the RSS on the occasion of its foundation day and said since its inception, the organisation has been doing a remarkable job of protecting Indian culture and inculcating the ideas of patriotism in youth. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) was founded in 1925 by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur on Vijayadashami. "Heartiest greetings to all the volunteers of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on its foundation day. The organisation is a unique symbol of discipline and patriotism. @RSSorg, since its inception, has been doing a remarkable job of protecting Indian culture and organising the youth and inculcating the ideas of patriotism in them," Shah wrote on 'X'. He said RSS is empowering every section by accelerating the work of social service and through its educational efforts, creating patriots dedicated to the country's welfare. The home minister also greeted the people of the country on the occasion of Vijayadashami. In a

Ratan Tata brought reforms to Tata Group's working ethos: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the funeral of industrialist Ratan Tata in Mumbai on Thursday, sources said on Thursday. Shah will pay respects to the mortal remains of Tata on behalf of Government of India, they added. The home minister will visit Mumbai for the funeral as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leaving for Laos to attend the ASEAN-India and East Asia summits. In a message, Shah said he was deeply saddened by the demise of the "legendary industrialist and true nationalist". He said Tata selflessly dedicated his life to the development of the nation. "Every time I met him, his zeal and commitment to the betterment of Bharat and its people amazed me," he added. The home minister said Tata's commitment to the welfare of the country and its people led to the blooming of millions of dreams. "Time cannot take away Ratan Tata Ji from his beloved nation. He will live on in our hearts. My condolences to Tata Group and his countless admirers. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti,"

'Ratan Tata's legacy to guide people in industry', says Amit Shah

Shah acknowledged Tata's remarkable leadership in transforming the Tata Group