The two-day Constitution debate in Lok Sabha, as part of the Parliament's winter session, saw heated discussions between the ruling and opposition parties. With the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution adoption as the backdrop, top leaders from BJP and Congress sparred over constitutional matters. In other news, BJP's nominee Rekha Sharma was elected unopposed in the Rajya Sabha by-election from Haryana, with a promise to empower women.
Amid preparations for the crucial Delhi assembly elections in 2025, the Congress has appointed Qazi Nizamuddin as the AICC in-charge of the state, replacing Deepak Babaria. This comes after all Shiv Sena MLAs unanimously chose Eknath Shinde as the leader of the legislative party. Meanwhile, Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan has formed committees of the assembly which will work till March 31, 2025, with members from various political parties. Additionally, Nepal's trade deficit has crossed Rs 460 billion in the first four months of the current fiscal year, highlighting the economic challenges faced by the country.
Prominent Haryana politician Captain Ajay Singh Yadav has resigned from the Congress party, expressing discontent with the leadership after Sonia Gandhi stepped down as party president. Yadav, who comes from a family with a long history of association with Congress, announced his decision on social media and stated that he will share his experiences of being mistreated by certain leaders in the party. His resignation comes as the third prominent exit from the party in Haryana over the past two years.
On the final day of campaigning in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged voters to support BJP candidates and accused the Congress party of making false promises and resorting to divisive tactics. He also highlighted the significance of Kurukshetra and vowed to protect society from criminal and anti-national elements. With the election being compared to a battle against modern-day demons, the political arena is heating up in Haryana.
In an interview with ANI, Congress MP Kumari Selja addressed speculation of discontent with the party's decisions in the Haryana elections. She reiterated her loyalty to the party and expressed concerns about ticket distribution processes. Selja also reflected on her long career with Congress and asserted the importance of respect within the party.
Sunil Sangwan, the former jail superintendent of the jail where Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh is lodged, has won the Charkhi Dadri seat in Haryana as a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate. He defeated Congress' Manisha Sangwan by 1,957 votes in the October 5 assembly polls. Sangwan had recently taken voluntary retirement and joined the BJP, following in the footsteps of his father, ex-MLA and ex-minister Satpal Sangwan. During his tenure, Sangwan served as superintendent of many jails, including the one where the controversial Dera chief is currently lodged.
Savitri Jindal, India's wealthiest woman, is currently leading in the Hisar assembly seat in Haryana as an independent candidate. She is facing off against BJP's Kamal Gupta, who has previously held the seat. The two rivals are competing once again in the same constituency. Savitri's son, Naveen Jindal, believes she will win with a large margin. Other major parties in the fray include BJP, Congress, AAP, INLD-BSP, and JJP-Azad Samaj Party. The results for the Haryana elections will be announced on October 24th, and early trends show a significant lead for Congress.
Savitri Jindal, the richest woman in India according to Forbes, has announced her support for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Haryana assembly elections. This comes as a major boost for the BJP, who also gained two Independent MLA's in their favor. Jindal, who represents Hisar, had previously been a part of the Congress government but left to join the BJP with her son Naveen. With her support, the BJP now has a majority in the state assembly and can continue their reign in Haryana.
In a surprising turn of events, India's richest woman Savitri Jindal and two other Independent MLAs have agreed to support BJP in forming the government in Haryana after the party won the elections with a huge majority. Jindal, who won from Hisar, along with Devender Kadyan and Rajesh Joon, agreed to support BJP after meeting with party leaders. This has helped BJP reach a tally of 51 seats and secure a hat-trick of wins in the state, defeating anti-incumbency and Congress' comeback attempt. This decision has also brought Jindal back into the political spotlight, with her being listed as the richest woman in India by Forbes with a net worth of USD 29.1 billion.
Omar Abdullah, the leader of National Conference, speaks about his party's victory in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections and their stance on Article 370. He states that they will continue to advocate for the restoration of Article 370, but it is useless to talk to the BJP about it while they are in power. Abdullah also comments on Congress' performance in the Haryana and Maharashtra Assembly elections, saying that they must analyze their results carefully. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi acknowledges the unexpected results in Haryana and expresses gratitude for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.