A high-level committee on demographic changes, led by retired Justice P.P. Naolekar, will examine causes and impacts of demographic shifts, including illegal immigration, across India. The panel will visit metropolitan, industrial, and border areas and recommend policy frameworks to address the issue within a year.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut called for parties that split from Congress to reunite, emphasizing the need to strengthen the party to counter the BJP. He urged NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar to lead this initiative, criticizing the BJP's historical contributions and accusing Union Home Minister Amit Shah of attempting to break opposition parties.
India's Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the northeast region, barring one or two states, may be free of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act by next year. This comes as violent incidents in the region have decreased by 80%, and the area under AFSPA has also shrunk by 80%.
Home Minister Amit Shah lauded PM Narendra Modi's 12 years in office, citing the 'restoration of India’s pride,' a 'cultural renaissance,' and the removal of a 'slave mentality.' Shah contrasted Modi's tenure with Nehru's, highlighting Modi's 'performance politics' and democratic acceptance. He also noted achievements like securing borders, repealing Article 370, building the Ram temple, and curbing Naxalism and terrorism.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announces a 'smart border' pilot project to prevent demographic change through cross-border infiltration, integrating technology, local administration, and security forces across India's frontiers.
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran has dismissed rumors that K Annamalai has resigned from the party or plans to launch a new political outfit. Nagenthran stated that Annamalai has not resigned and there are no differences between them, despite speculation following Annamalai's meeting with Amit Shah.
Former BJP Tamil Nadu president K Annamalai will interact on social media on Friday, fueling speculation he may launch a new political party. He has been in Delhi meeting senior BJP leaders, reportedly to convey his decision to quit the party.
K Annamalai has resigned as BJP Tamil Nadu president, citing being 'sidelined' and poor alliance decisions. He met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and party chief Nitin Nabin to explain his decision, but sources indicate he is not reconsidering his resignation despite party hopes.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah vows to deploy advanced surveillance, anti-drone tech, and upgraded infrastructure along India's western border with Pakistan, inaugurating new women's barracks for BSF in Rajasthan.
Residents of Maruki village in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, frustrated with a decade-long wait for a completed road, have appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for a helicopter to address medical emergencies, highlighting gaps in development despite claims of progress in former Maoist areas.
Home Minister Amit Shah will visit border areas in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tripura, and West Bengal over the next month to review security and discuss 'smart border' initiatives aimed at curbing infiltration and smuggling.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured tribal communities that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will not impact their traditions or customs. He urged them to disregard misinformation, highlighted provisions exempting tribals in BJP-ruled states, and criticized Naxalism, citing increased tribal welfare budgets and the election of a tribal President.
Following Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's visit, the Centre will release Rs 39,000 crore for West Bengal's water resources schemes. PM Modi assured support for central projects and economic development, with new cooperation phases for health centers and rural employment.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged the BSF to identify infiltrators and their routes to prevent illegal border crossings and expel those already in India. He announced a technology boost for border guarding, including 'smart borders' with drones and cameras, and mentioned a demography mission. Shah also praised forces for eliminating Naxalism.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged the BSF to identify infiltrators and their routes, collaborating with local administration to prevent illegal crossings. He announced plans for 'smart borders' using technology to counter infiltration and smuggling, and commended forces for eliminating Naxalism.
BJP chief Natin Nabin criticized Rahul Gandhi's 'traitor' remarks against PM Modi and Amit Shah, attributing them to electoral frustration. Gandhi alleged the leaders attacked the Constitution and sold national assets.
Home Minister Amit Shah outlined four key dates marking Bastar's transition to Naxal-free status, highlighting the BJP government's role and criticizing the previous Congress administration for lack of cooperation.
An FIR has been filed against TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee for alleged inflammatory statements regarding DJ music and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and for accusing the Centre of enabling post-poll violence in West Bengal after the assembly election results.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah awarded the President's Colour to the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in Ghaziabad, acknowledging the collective efforts of NDRF, SDRFs, and volunteers in disaster relief across India.
Himanta Biswa Sarma has been unanimously re-elected as the BJP legislature party leader in Assam for a second term. Central observers JP Nadda and Nayab Singh Saini oversaw the meeting. Sarma is set to take oath as Chief Minister on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending as chief guest. The BJP-led NDA secured a decisive victory, winning 102 seats.
Suvendu Adhikari has been unanimously elected BJP legislative party leader and will be Bengal's next chief minister. Union Home Minister Amit Shah made the announcement, highlighting Adhikari's fighting spirit and administrative experience. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance.
Kolkata Police's official X handle has shifted its following to prominent BJP leaders like PM Modi and Amit Shah, unfollowing Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee. This digital change follows the BJP's assembly election victory and coincides with the withdrawal of additional security from TMC offices and residences.
