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'Dynast' lords over 'sinking dynasty' of Congress: Arun Jaitley
Hitting out at Congress party's allegations against the government on the Rafale fighter deal, Union Minister Arun Jaitley said the rival political party is spreading falsehood to sustain its "sinking dynasty."Without naming anybody, Jaitley in a series of tweets made an obvious reference to the Congress President Rahul Gandhi, calling him a 'dynast' who lorded over the 'slave' mentality' of other Congress leaders."How many lies need to be peddled to sustain a sinking dynasty?" tweeted Jaitley."The 'slave' mentality of senior leaders of Congress Party convinces them that they must only sing the song scripted by the dynast. A contrarian opinion will cost them their political career. When the dynast speaks lies, they all join the chorus," he tweeted."In relation to the Rafale deal where thousands of crores of public money has been saved, a new falsehood is manufactured on a daily basis. The latest is in relation to the present CAG and his participation in the decision-making process of .
SP-BSP delegation to hand over memorandum to Ram Naik after Akhilesh Yadav stopped at airport
A 15-member joint delegation of Samajwadi Party and Bahujan Samaj Party will submit a memorandum to state Governor Ram Naik on Wednesday on Uttar Pradesh former chief minister Akhilesh Yadav being allegedly stopped from boarding a flight at Lucknow Airport.Earlier in the day, SP president Akhilesh Yadav slammed the Yogi Adityanath government for preventing him from boarding a plane to attend a function at Allahabad University.Yadav addressed a press conference and also took to Twitter to express his condemnation."I have agreed to attend the programme at Allahabad University on December 27. I stated clearly that if there is a problem, the authorities must inform me in advance. As I was about board the flight, the police informed me that I am not allowed to travel to the University. This is undemocratic," the Chief Minister said.On Twitter he said, "Today, I was stopped from boarding a flight to attend a student union program at Allahabad University. I haven't been given a reason why ...
Sonia, Rahul Gandhi to address Congress Parliamentary party meet on Wednesday
UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress president Rahul Gandhi will address a general body meeting of Congress Parliamentary party on Wednesday here.The meeting comes a few months ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.Rahul was in Lucknow on Monday where he held a roadshow with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. She has been appointed as the Congress general secretary for East Uttar Pradesh."The Congress will fight (Lok Sabha polls) with full force in Uttar Pradesh. The party will fight for its ideology," Rahul said during the roadshow.
Priyanka Gandhi meets with party workers in Lucknow
Ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday held daylong meetings with local Congress leaders and scores of party workers at the party office in Lucknow. She advised them to strengthen their respective booths.The newly appointed Congress general secretary for East Uttar Pradesh, on Monday participated in a mega roadshow along with brother and party president Rahul Gandhi in Lucknow.The party workers who met Priyanka said that she consulted them about their respective booths and advised them to work for strengthening the party.They also said that she remarked that major changes in the party leadership in the state would be done after the Lok Sabha polls.Priyanka who reached Lucknow from Jaipur at around 1.30 pm on Tuesday and first met with the party workers from Unnao thereafter she met booth level workers and leaders who came from various other Parliamentary constituencies across the state particularly from eastern Uttar Pradesh.After the mega rally ..
Russia's Lavrov warns Pompeo against US interference in Venezuela
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo against US intervention in the internal affairs of Venezuela, including the use of force.
Pentagon, Congressmen voice concern over status of democracy in B'desh
A top American commander and a bipartisan group of influential lawmakers have voiced concern over the status of democracy in Bangladesh, saying Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is trying to achieve a de-facto one-party rule. US Indo-Pacific Command chief Adm Philips Davidson expressed the concerns in his deposition to the Senate's Armed Services Committee during a Congressional hearing. Davidson's deposition was followed hours later by a bipartisan group of six influential lawmakers, led by Congressman Eliot Engel who chairs the powerful Foreign Affairs Committee of the House, writing to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo seeking "a timely response" to protect democracy in Bangladesh. Bangladesh's December 30 elections point to a concerning trend of consolidation of power by the ruling Awami League and raise fears that PM Hasina is aiming to achieve a de facto one-party state, Davidson told the Senate's Armed Services Committee during a Congressional hearing. He voiced the concern while ...
Altaf Hussain urges Indian citizens to help Mohajirs
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) chief Altaf Hussain appealed to the Indian citizens to help Mohajirs in Pakistan.The Mohajirs are Urdu-speaking people who had migrated to Pakistan after the Partition in 1947.In his message to Hindus, Sikhs and Christians of India, Hussain said that Mohajirs were Indian citizens. "Pakistan was not founded by Mohajirs of Pakistan but they were their forefathers who did it. Mohajirs are facing genocide in Pakistan since 1947 and their children are a victim of sheer bias and discretion at the hands of the military establishment," he asserted.He said that Pakistan is being sold to China and Pakistani military would stand the ultimate beneficiary instead.The MQM founding leader also called upon the Indian parliamentarians to step forward for the help of Mohajirs in the name of humanity. "India and Mohajirs are of same origins and hence the Indian parliamentarians should recognise them as their own family," said Hussain.He expressed hope that the Indian ...
Humanitarian aid to enter Venezuela on Feb 23: Guaido
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido on Tuesday (local time) said that humanitarian aid would enter the country on February 23, while accusing embattled President Nicolas Maduro of blocking relief to the South American nation.He made the comments while speaking to thousands of demonstrators agitating as part of an ongoing campaign to depose Maduro from power.Guaido, who is recognised by the US and dozens of countries as Venezuela's interim President, has been pressing for emergency food and medical supplies from Washington to be brought into the economically stagnant nation, Voice of America reported.Guaido, recognized by the U.S. and some 50 other countries as the interim president of Venezuela, spoke Tuesday to thousands of supporters who demonstrated as part of an ongoing campaign to break the military's support for Maduro and force the socialist leader from power.A defiant Maduro, who is backed by the country's powerful military, claimed that the opposition protests are an ...
'These things will keep on going, I'm concentrating on my work: Priyanka on ED probing Robert Vadra
Eastern Uttar Pradesh Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi, whose husband Robert Vadra is being probed by the ED in connection with a money laundering case said on early Wednesday that "these things keep on going and I am concentrating on my work."Priyanka, who conducted a meeting with local Congress workers inside the party office here for around 16 hours, told reporters, "These things will keep on going, I'm doing my own work." She made the remarks when asked if Vadra's questioning by the ED affected her.Vadra was interrogated for over eight hours by the Enforcement Directorate in Jaipur on Tuesday in connection with an alleged land scam in Bikaner amidst heightened security. His mother Maureen Vadra, was also present. The businessman will be questioned today as well.Talking about the meeting, Priyanka later told ANI, "It is nice on seeing the enthusiasm of party workers. They waited for me for long. I thank them. I am learning more about the organisation. How does the ...
Several dead in Buhari rally stampede in Nigeria
Several people were killed Tuesday when a stampede erupted at a campaign rally of Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari days ahead of general elections, his office said. The president "has just been informed of the tragic deaths of several members of his All Progressives Congress (APC) party in a stampede during a presidential rally held in Port Harcourt in Rivers State," it said in a statement released late Tuesday. Local media said panic broke out at the end of the gathering, held inside the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, when crowds tried to force their way through a locked exit. "Those from behind were pushing and putting pressure on those in front leading to some persons falling on the ground and being trampled upon," said journalist Egufe Yafugborhi of the Vanguard newspaper. The incident claimed at least 14 lives, according to a spokesman for the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital. "There are others under medical attention at the Emergency Unit, so we can't force a clear .
Congress' poll strategy to be based on regional issues: Scindia
Congress General Secretary Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said that his party is formulating a strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections keeping in mind the regional issues."We are formulating the strategy for the road ahead based on regional issues. We are working on the process of strengthening the organisation, we analysed these issues for 12-13 hours today," Scindia said after attending the Uttar Pradesh Congress committee meeting.Meanwhile, Eastern Uttar Pradesh Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi is still inside the party office here and is meeting party workers.The Congress is leaving no stone unturned in wooing the electorates of Uttar Pradesh, which accounts for maximum number of seats in the Lok Sabha.On Monday, Priyanka along with Scindia and brother Rahul Gandhi conducted a fierce road show in Lucknow.The roadshow was also the Congress's first mega show of strength in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.According to sources, Priyanka will meet
Russia's Lavrov warns Pompeo against US using force in Venezuela
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has warned his US counterpart Mike Pompeo against any American interference, including using force, in Venezuela which is facing a major leadership crisis. "Lavrov has warned against all interference in Venezuela's domestic affairs including the use of force threatened by Washington and which is in violation of international law," the Russian foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday. "He is ready for talks regarding the Venezuelan issue in line with UN principles," it added. The remarks came after US President Donald Trump reaffirmed earlier this month that military intervention in Venezuela was "an option", as international pressure ramped up on embattled head of state Nicolas Maduro to step down. Maduro is facing a challenge from opposition leader Juan Guaido who declared himself acting president in January. Taking his authority from the constitution National Assembly leader Guaido views Maduro's reelection last year, in a poll widely ...
Syria regime and rebels swap prisoners, says Turkey
The Syrian government and rebels have swapped prisoners as part of a peace process brokered by Russia, Iran and Turkey, the Turkish government said. "Many people who had been detained by rebel groups and by the Syrian regime have been freed" in a reciprocal and simultaneous move, Turkey's foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said each side had released 20 prisoners, with 11 women among those freed by the Syrian regime. Russia, Iran and Turkey are working to bring about peace in Syria under what is known as the Astana process. Each country plays a key role in the conflict that started in March 2011 and has left more than 360,000 dead and displaced millions more. Russia and Iran have intervened on the side of Syria's government, ensuring its survival, while Turkey supports rebel groups in northern Syria to prevent Syrian Kurds establishing and expanding territory along its border. All of them say they are fighting Islamic ...
Trump says he could let China trade deal deadline slip, 'not inclined to'
WASHINGTON/BEIJING (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he could let the March 1 deadline for a trade agreement with China "slide for a little while," but that he would prefer not to and expects to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to close the deal at some point.
BBC wants security review after cameraman attacked at Trump rally
The British Broadcasting Corporation has asked the White House for a review of security arrangements after a BBC cameraman was assaulted at a Donald Trump rally. BBC cameraman Ron Skeans was attacked by a Trump supporter yelling anti-media slogans during the US president's rally in El Paso, Texas, late Monday. Skeans was unhurt and the man, who was wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat, was restrained by a blogger for the pro-Trump outlet Frontline America and removed from the media riser. Paul Danahar, the BBC's Americas bureau editor, said in a tweet Tuesday that he had asked White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders for a "full review of security arrangements after last night's attack." "Access into the media area was unsupervised," Danahar said. "No one in law enforcement intervened before, during or after the attack." Danahar dismissed a statement from the "Trump for President" campaign, which expressed appreciation for "the swift action from venue security and law enforcement
BBC wants security review after cameraman attacked at Trump rally
The British Broadcasting Corporation has asked the White House for a review of security arrangements after a BBC cameraman was assaulted at a Donald Trump rally. BBC cameraman Ron Skeans was attacked by a Trump supporter yelling anti-media slogans during the US president's rally in El Paso, Texas, late Monday. Skeans was unhurt and the man, who was wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat, was restrained by a blogger for the pro-Trump outlet Frontline America and removed from the media riser. Paul Danahar, the BBC's Americas bureau editor, said in a tweet Tuesday that he had asked White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders for a "full review of security arrangements after last night's attack." "Access into the media area was unsupervised," Danahar said. "No one in law enforcement intervened before, during or after the attack." Danahar dismissed a statement from the "Trump for President" campaign, which expressed appreciation for "the swift action from venue security and law enforcement
Backed by Poland, Pompeo vows to try to stop Russia pipeline
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said the United States would do everything in its power to stop Russia's Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline to Europe as he joined Poland in warning of risks. Pompeo Tuesday signalled no compromise in US opposition to the pipeline on the same day that Germany, the lead negotiator on the project, was seeking to lower the temperature on the row through a visit by a US energy official to Berlin. Pompeo said that the pipeline from Russia, on which construction began last year, "funnels money" to Russia in a way that ultimately hurts Europe. "So while there is certainly a commercial aspect to that kind of transaction, there is an enormous security risk that is attached to it," he told a joint news conference with Polish Foreign Minister Jacek Czaputowicz. "I think President Trump has been very clear that America is going to do what it can within its power to see that European security is foremost when it comes to energy decisions," he said, when asked if the ...
Hyderabad holds dance ballet to spread awareness on women safety
In an endeavour to spread awareness about women safety, a dance ballet titled 'NAARI' was collectively organised by Government of India and Regional Outreach Bureau here in Hyderabad.Telangana Home Minister Mahmood Ali elaborating about the event said, "The awareness program which conducted today is very important and we should respect women. In Hyderabad, no woman is scared during nights because the law and order situations are completely in control."Further talking about various initiatives taken by both the state and Central government to ensure empowerment of women in the nation, Ali added, "Prime Minister Modi has said Beti Bachao and Beti Padao on which Telangana Chief Minister has worked a lot and implemented it. He has opened many residential schools for girls for providing education. Our Chief Minister has also brought many schemes for women. Women are never behind and they are equal to men in every way.
Exclusive: Venezuelan Guaido's team to nominate its own Citgo board - sources
(Reuters) - Advisers to Venezuelan Congress head Juan Guaido have proposed appointing executives Luisa Palacios, Angel Olmeta, Luis Urdaneta and Edgar Rincon to a transitional board for U.S. refiner Citgo Petroleum Corp, people close to the talks said on Tuesday.
Venezuela government ready to negotiate with opposition: Minister
Venezuelan Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza has said that the government led by President Nicolas Maduro is ready to sit down with the opposition without preconditions and seek a solution to the political crisis.