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Why is Rahul running scared from Delhi Police, asks Union minister Anurag Thakur

'Believed law did not apply to him', BJP hits out after Rahul Gandhi disqualification 

Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Anurag Thakur hit out at the Congress over its criticism of the court judgment convicting Rahul Gandhi for associating Modi surname with thieves

The BJP on Friday suggested that a conspiracy within the Congress might have played a role in its leaders not approaching a higher court for relief for Rahul Gandhi after his conviction as it had done so in the case of Pawan Khera within hours of the Assam Police arresting him.
Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Anurag Thakur also hit out at the Congress over its criticism of the court judgment convicting Gandhi and said the Nehru-Gandhi family suffers from "feudal mindset" and a "sense of entitlement" as its members believed in a separate set of laws and democratic system for themselves.
"Law is equal for everyone," Pradhan told reporters at a press conference, accusing Gandhi of "abusing" backward castes with his "thieves" jibe aimed at "Modi surname".
Hitting back at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his claim that Gandhi has been punished for speaking the truth on the Adani-Hindenburg issue, he asked if abusing deprived and backward communities means speaking the truth.
Both the BJP leaders asserted that Gandhi's disqualification was a natural outcome of the law as the Supreme Court has made it clear that a lawmaker stands disqualified from the time of his conviction. The Lok Sabha speaker has only confirmed this legal position, they said.
The Lok Sabha Secretariat disqualified Gandhi as MP from Wayanad in Kerala a day after a Surat court convicted him in a 2019 criminal defamation case for his remark "How come all thieves have Modi as the common surname?" Following his disqualification, he would not be able to contest elections for eight years unless a higher court stays his conviction and sentence.
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Reacting to Gandhi's disqualification, the Congress said it will fight the battle both 'legally and politically'.

Rahul Gandhi disqualified from LS; Cong says will fight 'legally and politically'

Reacting to Gandhi's disqualification, the Congress said it will fight the battle both 'legally and politically'.

Reacting to Gandhi's disqualification, the Congress said it will fight the battle both 'legally and politically'.
'We will not be intimidated or silenced. Instead of a JPC into the PM-linked Adani MahaMegaScam Rahul Gandhi stands disqualified. Indian Democracy Om Shanti,' Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said in a tweet.
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said he was stunned by the action against Gandhi and by its rapidity. 'This is politics with the gloves off and it bodes ill for our democracy,' Tharoor said in a tweet.

Rahul's disqualification 'dictatorship of BJP', voice of opposition can't be suppressed: AAP

'We have our differences but Rahul's disqualification...': AAP spokesperson 

Rahul's disqualification 'dictatorship of BJP', voice of opposition can't be suppressed: AAP

Coming out in the support of the Congress, the Aam Aadmi Party on Friday called Rahul Gandhi's disqualification from Lok Sabha a dictatorial move and asserted that the BJP will not be able to suppress the voice of the opposition.
"It is very unfortunate. We have differences with Congress and they have attacked us several times whenever we have been targeted. But Rahul Gandhi&rsquo;s disqualification is dictatorship of the BJP and they will not succeed in suppressing the voice of opposition", AAP spokesperson, Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a press conference in New Delhi
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14 Opposition parties move SC over 'arbitrary use' of CBI, ED 

14 Opposition parties move SC over 'arbitrary use' of CBI, ED&nbsp;

Fourteen Opposition parties including the Congress approached the Supreme Court on Friday over 'arbitrary use' of the CBI and Enforcement Directorate against its leaders. The Indian Express reported.
Appearing on behalf of the opposition parties, including DMK, RJD, BRS and the Trinamool Congress, senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi told a Bench presided over by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud that 95 per cent of the cases filed by were against leaders of Opposition parties.
The matter will be heard on April 5

In a tweet in Hindi, the 52-year-old former Congress president said, "I am fighting for the voice of India.

Fighting for country, ready to pay any price: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi's first reaction after Lok Sabha disqualification Fighting for country, ready to pay any price: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul&nbsp;disqualified as&nbsp;MP&nbsp;after conviction in defamation case
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In a tweet in Hindi, the 52-year-old former Congress president said, "I am fighting for the voice of India.

Reacting to his disqualification as a member of parliament, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he is "ready to pay any cost"."I am fighting for the voice of India, I am ready to pay any price," he tweeted in Hindi hours after the former Congress President was expelled from the lower house of the Parliament following his conviction by a Surat court in a 2019 criminal defamation case.

On March 18, Karnataka BJP posted a video of Gandhi putting a hand on Kharge's shoulder and claimed that he was using the Congress president as tissue paper. 

Watch: Rahul Gandhi takes a dig at BJP's 'tissue paper' comment

As he exited Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's office in Parliament, Rahul Gandhi took a dig at the 'tissue paper' comment made by BJP. 

On March 18, Karnataka BJP posted a video of Gandhi putting a hand on Kharge's shoulder and claimed that he was using the Congress president as tissue paper.&nbsp;

As he exited Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's office in Parliament, Rahul Gandhi took a dig at the 'tissue paper' comment made by BJP.&nbsp;
On March 18, Karnataka BJP posted a video of Gandhi putting a hand on Kharge's shoulder and claimed that he was using the Congress president as tissue paper.&nbsp;
While helping Kharge climb down a few steps on Friday, Rahul said "If I touch you now, they say I'm wiping my nose on your back. Utter nonsense. Have you seen that? That I am helping you over there, they're saying that I'm wiping my nose on you."

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned the BJP's intention after former Congress president Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from Lok Sabha on Friday.

'Does the BJP support the corrupt?', Priyanka Gandhi reacts after Rahul's disqualification

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned the BJP's intention after former Congress president Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from Lok Sabha on Friday.

After Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from the Lok Sabha on Friday, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took a shot at the BJP and questioned the party for allegedly rescuing people 'who looted the country's money'.
'Nirav Modi Scam - 14,000 Cr, Lalit Modi Scam - 425 Cr, Mehul Choksi scam - 13,500 Cr. Why are they running away from an investigation? Cases are filed against those who are raising questions about this. Does BJP support the corrupt?' Priyanka tweeted in Hindi.

 Unthinkable assault on freedom of speech today says Singhvi in a presser

Rahul Gandhi disqualified from Lok Sabha: 'unthinkable assault on freedom of speech today' says Singhvi

&nbsp;Unthinkable assault on freedom of speech today says Singhvi in a presser

In a press conference after Rahul Gandhi was disqualified as Lok Sabha MP, Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi lashed out at the Centre saying it is the govt's pattern to divert attention from real issues.
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 "Today, we have witnessed a new low for our constitutional democracy,” Banerjee, added.

Mamata lashes out at BJP over Rahul Gandhi's disqualification

&nbsp;"Today, we have witnessed a new low for our constitutional democracy,&rdquo; Banerjee, added.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee without naming Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who has been disqualified from Lok Sabha on being convicted in a defamation case, said the country is witnessing a 'new low in a constitutional democracy'.
Speaking out against Gandhi's disqualification as an MP, Banerjee tweeted: "In PM Modi&rsquo;s New India, Opposition leaders have become the prime target of BJP! While BJP leaders with criminal antecedents are inducted into the cabinet, Opposition leaders are disqualified for their speeches'

Raghav Chadha has reacted to his dating rumours with Parinneti Chopra.

Raghav Chadha questioned if he's dating Parineeti Chopra: 'Ask me about rajneeti, not parineeti'

Raghav Chadha quizzed about dating Parineeti Chopra, and here's how the former reacts.

Raghav Chadha reacted to reports that claim he is dating actor Parineeti Chopra.

Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha and actor Parineeti Chopra sparked dating rumours after photos and videos from their dinner and lunch date went viral. On March 24, Raghav was asked about the actor as he exited the Parliament. The MP was questioned about his meeting and wedding rumours with the actor, to which he replied, 'Please ask me questions about politics, not Parineeti.'
He was also quizzed about his marriage plans. He said, 'Will let you know when I get married.' The reporter further asked him, 'Why do you want to create suspense?' to which Mr. Chadha said, 'No suspense. I am telling you, I will inform you when I get married.'
According to IndiaToday.in, Parineeti and Raghav are just good friends and are not dating each other. The two have studied together at the London School of Economics and have many common friends.
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Hariprasad said that his statement had been misquoted by the BJP.

'Prostitute' controversy: Congress leader apologises to sex workers, day after comparison with rebel MLAs

Hariprasad said that his statement had been misquoted by the BJP.

Congress leader BK Hariprasad on 18 January 2023 apologised to the sex worker community a day after his speech sparked a controversy.
On 17 January in Hosapete, the Karnataka politician had reportedly compared MLAs who switch sides to prostitutes.
"When you didn't give a clear mandate, we formed a coalition govt. We call by different names a woman who sells her body for food, we call her a prostitute. I leave it to you what you'll call MLAs who sold themselves. Teach a lesson to local MLA in polls," Hariprasad had reportedly said.
"You have to teach a lesson to the local MLA who sold everything including his self-respect," he had said while referring to Anand Singh.
A day later, Hariprasad said that his statement had been misquoted by the BJP. He added that he has great respect for sex workers and apologised for hurting sentiments.
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The court said undertrial prisoners, who were released on emergency bail during the pandemic, can move for regular bail before competent courts after their surrender.

SC directs all convicts, undertrials released during pandemic to surrender in 15 days

The Supreme Court on Friday directed that all convicts and undertrial prisoners, who were released during the Covid-19  to surrender within 15 days.

The court said undertrial prisoners, who were released on emergency bail during the pandemic, can move for regular bail before competent courts after their surrender.

The Supreme Court on Friday directed that all convicts and undertrial prisoners, who were released during the Covid-19 pandemic in a move to decongest jails, to surrender within 15 days.
A bench of Justices MR Shah and CT Ravikumar said undertrial prisoners, who were released on emergency bail during the pandemic, can move for regular bail before competent courts after their surrender.
"All the convicts who were released during Covid-19 pandemic after their surrender can move competent courts for suspension of their sentence", the bench said.
Several convicts and undertrial prisoners, mostly those who were booked for non-heinous offences, were released during the pandemic in various states on the recommendations of high-powered committee set up in pursuant to directions of the apex court.&nbsp;

Jairam Ramesh said the BJP is rattled with the success of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, which, he said, became a movement.
 
 

Congress to launch nationwide protests against Rahul's 'deliberate' disqualification from Monday

Congress to launch nationwide protests against Rahul's disqualification, welcome opposition's support

Jairam Ramesh said the BJP is rattled with the success of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, which, he said, became a movement.
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The Congress on Friday announced a nationwide agitation against Rahul Gandhi's disqualification, alleging that the government has acted with lightning speed to "gag" him, and called for taking forward opposition unity in a systematic manner.
Soon after Gandhi's disqualification by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, the Congress leadership got into a huddle at the party headquarters and deliberated on the way forward.
Congress general secretary Ramesh said, "We will go all over country as Rahul Gandhi was deliberately disqualified for raising his voice against the Modi government on the Adani issue, on the government's foreign policy and the clean chit given to China for incursions at the border." Ramesh said the BJP is rattled with the success of the Bharat Jodo Yatra, which, he said, became a movement.
The Congress leadership has welcomed the statements of support of all opposition leaders, he said and asserted that "we should now take the issue of opposition unity forward in a systematic way".
It was noted today that many opposition parties have condemned the action taken unilaterally with such lightning speed to disqualify Rahul Gandhi, he said.

Section 8(3) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, says that the moment a member of parliament is convicted of any offence and sentenced for at least two years, she or he attracts disqualification.

Rahul Gandhi disqualified from Lok Sabha: What happens to his Wayanad seat now?

Section 8(3) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, says that the moment a member of parliament is convicted of any offence and sentenced for at least two years, she or he attracts disqualification.

Rahul Gandhi was expelled from the Lok Sabha on Friday following his conviction and sentencing in a 2019 defamation case by a court in Surat.
So what happens to his Wayanad seat now?
According to experts, the Election Commission will have to announce a fresh by-election in Wayanad, since no seat can be left vacant for more than six months.
However, the EC is likely to wait for the 30-day period granted by the court to allow Gandhi to file an appeal against the conviction.
While Rahul can move higher courts appealing against the judgement, but if the sentence is not stayed or reversed, he will be barred from contesting elections for for a total of eight years, two years of jail term and another six years from the date of his release from prison, according to Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
He can also be asked to vacate his government bunglow in central Delhi.

Pilot gives a big shoutout to Elephant Whisperers' Bomman and Bellie on board an IndiGo flight to Ooty

Watch: 'Elephant Whisperers' Bomman and Bellie greeted with applause on Indigo flight

Watch: 'Elephant Whisperers' Bomman and Bellie cheered with applause on Indigo flight

In a viral clip on social media, Bomman and Bellie are being applauded by the crew and passengers of the plane bound for Ooty

The foster parents from the Oscar-winning documentary 'The Elephant Whisperers' received an overwhelming welcome on an Indigo flight.
In a viral clip on social media, Bomman and Bellie were greeted with applause by the crew and passengers of the plane bound for Ooty.&nbsp;
The clip shows the pilot congratulating the couple for the Academy Award feat saying that people like Bommai and Bellie are not actors but real people behind heart-touching stories like 'The Elephant Whisperers'.
In response, the couple can be seen expressing their gratitude with folded hands to everyone on the plane.
Directed by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga, 'The Elephant Whisperers' is a tale of two orphan baby elephants and their foster family.
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'Bachcha' the Sarus crane taken away from saviour, goes missing in UP sanctuary

Saras crane taken away from rescuer goes missing from UP bird sanctuary: report

 A senior forest official said there is a possibility that the bird fled the sanctuary in search of Arif and lost its way. Arif was looking after the bird for the past one year and the bird had reportedly developed an attachment with him

&nbsp;A senior forest official said there is a possibility that the bird fled the sanctuary in search of Arif and lost its way. Arif was looking after the bird for the past one year and the bird had reportedly developed an attachment with him

A sarus crane in UP's Rae Bareli which was recently taken away by the forest department from its rescuer Mohd Arif has gone missing, as per reports.
Nicknamed as Bachcha, the bird has not been seen since March 22 and searches were on to locate the bird, IANS reported.
&nbsp;A senior forest official said there is a possibility that the bird fled the sanctuary in search of Arif and lost its way. Arif was looking after the bird for the past one year and the bird had reportedly developed an attachment with him.
The bird apparently refused to leave Arif after forest officials came to take it citing the Wildlife Protection Act and saying that a wild bird cannot be kept in captivity.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on March 22 slammed the forest officials saying that in the name of freeing the state bird of Uttar Pradesh, the forest department took away the Sarau crane from the man who was looking after it and the bird was now missing.
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