Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the ongoing Parliament session by expressing his condolences over the tragic stampede at Phulrai village in Hathras. He criticized Congress for their dictatorial mentality and suppression of media, while also addressing the NEET controversy and promising necessary steps. Additionally, Modi accused Congress of historical injustices towards Dalits and backward communities, citing Baba Saheb Ambedkar's resignation from Nehru's cabinet.
After much anticipation, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off in the first of two scheduled presidential debates for the 2024 campaign. Moderated by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, the debate will be streamed live and can be watched in its entirety. ABC News is also providing coverage before and after the debate, and a Spanish language version will also be available. Make sure to tune in and stay informed on the issues at hand!
Amidst speculation, Congress has officially announced that the party's former president, Rahul Gandhi, will serve as the Leader of Opposition in the 18th Lok Sabha. This decision, made by the Congress Working Committee and supported by party chairperson Sonia Gandhi, is seen as a strategic move to hold the NDA government accountable for its actions. As the youngest and most vocal member of the opposition, Rahul Gandhi is expected to be a strong voice for the common people of India.
Despite a noticeable increase in the number of Muslim MPs elected on Congress tickets for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the overall count of Muslim candidates from major political parties has declined. This comes as a disappointment as Muslim candidates only make up 4.41% of the total MPs in the Lower House, despite the community's 14% share in India's population. However, the Congress still has the highest number of Muslim MPs with seven, followed by the TMC with five. West Bengal has the majority of Muslim MPs, with five out of the 24.
During a public rally in Morena Lok Sabha constituency, PM Modi addressed the ongoing insults and abusive language against him by top Congress leaders. He urged the crowd to not let it affect them and explained that it is a common trend for the Congress party to attack those from humble backgrounds like himself. He also highlighted the difference between the BJP and Congress and their priorities, stating that Congress prioritizes their own family over the country.
As the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections approaches, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is making a packed schedule with temple visits and rallies in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. With the BJP eyeing to maintain its strong hold in Madhya Pradesh and broaden its influence in Maharashtra, Shah will address a rally in Nanded, where former Congress leader Ashok Chavan, who recently joined BJP, was previously defeated by BJP's Prataprao Chikhlikar. With the BJP's efforts to make deep inroads in Nanded, the upcoming elections in Marathwada will be a significant battleground for both the BJP and Congress.
In a prestigious ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu honoured four great personalities of India - Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur, P. V. Narasimha Rao, Chaudhary Charan Singh and M. S. Swaminathan - with India's highest civilian honour. These posthumous awards were received by the family members of the esteemed icons, including former Chief Minister of Bihar Karpoori Thakur's son and former Prime Minister Narasimha Rao's son. The event was attended by several Union Ministers and political leaders, marking the significant contribution of these leaders in the political landscape of India.
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The tussle between the Enforcement Directorate and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal continues as the Rouse Avenue Court has summoned him on March 16 for not complying with the central agency's summons. This comes after the ED filed a complaint against Kejriwal for not complying with their summons in connection to their probe in the excise policy case. The Delhi CM has so far skipped eight summons, calling them "illegal", while the university where the alleged incident of sexual harassment occurred has issued an advisory urging students to remain vigilant.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior to review the BJP's preparations for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. He is on a day-long tour to the state and will hold meetings with party leaders from the Gwalior-Chambal region. In the evening, he will interact with citizens and families who have benefited from government schemes. Shah's visit aims to motivate party cadres to win all 29 seats from MP in the upcoming polls.