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India Today
21 hours ago
- Politics
- India Today
If not given RJD ticket, will contest as Independent from Mahua: Tej Pratap Yadav
Putting an end to speculations about his candidature for the upcoming Assembly polls, former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav on Tuesday said that he would contest the elections from the Mahua constituency in Vaishali district, whether the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) gives him a ticket or an exclusive conversation with India Today TV, Tej Pratap said that if he does not get a party ticket, he will fight as an Independent candidate from possibility that he may or may not be given an RJD ticket stems from his ouster from the party and the family as he was disowned by his father Lalu Prasad Yadav after making his relationship with his 'partner' Anushka Yadav public in May. "The people of Mahua only want me to contest from here. They are saying that if anyone else from the RJD is fielded here, they will not vote for him. If the party (RJD) gives me a ticket, I will contest for the RJD. If it doesn't, I will contest as an Independent candidate, but will fight from Mahua only. It is my land of action," Tej Pratap told India Today is the Assembly segment where Tej Pratap won in the 2015 state elections and was appointed a minister in Nitish Kumar's Cabinet, serving till 2017. RJD's Mukesh Kumar Roshan is the incumbent MLA from his tenure as the state's health minister, Tej Pratap said, "I helped build a medical college and roads in Mahua. My mother (Rabri Devi) used her MLC funds and provided ambulance vans to the constituency. So, I will fight from the place I have worked for".Tej Pratap also promised that if voted to power, he would vouch for the constituency to be declared a district and would also set up a degree college came days after Tej Pratap and his supporters were seen carrying a green-and-white flag, with "Team Tej Pratap Yadav" written on it, suggesting that he might not contest the polls on an RJD the conversation, the former Mahua MLA spoke about Team Tej Pratap Yadav- an outreach campaign to connect with the people of Bihar ahead of state polls. "It is a platform through which people can connect with me. People can get associated with Team Tej Pratap Yadav through social media and share their issues with me. So, I can help resolve them".Tej Pratap, Lalu Yadav's elder son, also claimed that Nitish Kumar will not be the Chief Minister after the polls and some young leader will rise to saw during the BPSC students protest when the protesters demanding justice were caned. This indicates that Nitish Kumar will lose his position and some young leader will rise to the throne," Tej Pratap this year, thousands of students seeking the cancellation of the 70th Integrated Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination (CCE), 2024, conducted by the BPSC over allegations of question paper leak, were caned, sparking widespread outrage against the Nitish Kumar government for its handling of the being asked whether he expected his younger brother, Tejashwi Yadav, who has been the state's deputy chief minister previously, to rise to the top post this time, Tej Pratap said that he would be happy to see that happen. However, he opined that it will be difficult as long as Tejashwi is surrounded by "traitors"."Tejashwi is surrounded by Jaichands (a historical figure infamous for his treachery). He will become the chief minister only if such people allow that to happen," he 243-member Legislative Assembly of Bihar will go to elections later this year, either in October or November. The key contest is between the NDA, comprising Nitish Kumar's JDU, the BJP and Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (Ramvilas) and others, and the Mahagathbandhan of the RJD, Congress and Left parties.- EndsWith inputs by AniketTrending Reel IN THIS STORY#Bihar#Tej Pratap Yadav#Rashtriya Janata Dal
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Character counts as much as grades: Desmond Lee tells students after a class on race and culture
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Minister for Education Desmond Lee with Mayflower Secondary School student Danish Khusairy bin Mohd Yazid at the school's Racial Harmony Day on July 18. SINGAPORE - Doing well in school is important, but lessons from Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) and daily life are just as—if not more—valuable, Education Minister Desmond Lee told a class of Secondary 3 students on July 18. 'Doing well in life means knowing how to empathise… knowing what's appropriate to say at the right time, how to pull a team together, how to face difficult situations, and having the resilience to adapt and rise again,' he said after observing a CCE class at Mayflower Secondary School in Ang Mo Kio. Mr Lee, together with Senior Minister of State for Education David Neo, attended the students' CCE lesson in the lead-up to Racial Harmony Day on July 21. They were joined by Senior Minister of State for Education Janil Puthucheary, and Minister of State for Education Jasmin Lau , in their first school visit together as political office-holders for the Education Ministry, following their appointments in May. During the lesson, Mr Lee and Mr Neo joined students in groups of five to six, where they discussed scenarios involving cross-cultural interactions—such as interracial relationships—and explored how individuals can navigate these situations with empathy and respect. After sharing initial impressions, each group reflected on ways they could strengthen social cohesion and presented their insights with the class . Addressing the students, Mr Lee said the strength of Singapore's education system lies in balancing academic achievement with personal growth. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 30% of aviation jobs could be redesigned due to AI, automation; $200m fund to support workers: CAAS Singapore HSA looking to get anti-vape cyber surveillance tool with AI capabilities Singapore Alleged Kpod peddler filmed trying to flee raid in Bishan charged with 6 offences Singapore NTU upholds zero grade for student who used AI in essay; panel found 14 false citations or data Singapore Jail for contraband cigarette syndicate member over conspiracy to give bribes to security officer Singapore Residents in South West District get help to improve employability, find career opportunities Life Kinokuniya opens third bookstore at Raffles City, weeks ahead of schedule Business DBS shares rally to a new record as STI clocks yet another high Minister for Education Desmond Lee (left) and Senior Minister of State for Education David Neo at Mayflower Secondary School's Racial Harmony Day on July 18. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN 'I'm sure many of you will do well in the future by not just focusing on your studies, but also placing equal emphasis on growing yourselves as individuals, and as a community,' he said. During the school visit, Mr Lee, Mr Neo, Dr Janil and Ms Lau visited student-run booths showcasing traditional snacks from various ethnic communities, and played games like chapteh, congkak and five stones. Dr Janil and Ms Lau also observed a lower secondary lesson, where students learnt ways to have respectf ul conversations that help them better understand other communities. Fifteen-year-old Danish Khusairy's key takeaway from the lesson was the importance of accepting each other despite differences. Multiculturalism is a key part of Singapore's national identity, he said. 'We should continue to explore different cultures,' he said. 'It's good to have a curious mind, and you should get to know people of other races before making assumptions.' He added that he hopes more young people will go beyond just learning English and their mother tongue, and pick up other languages as a way to connect with others across cultures.
Telegraph
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Telegraph
Talking freely about Islam ‘feared more than any other religion'
People are more fearful of speaking freely about Islam than any other religion, a survey has found. Almost twice as many adults feel they have to hold back on expressing their views about the faith as they do for Christianity, according to research by the Commission for Countering Extremism (CCE), which advises the Government. The study, to be published on Thursday, also found that Islam was the only religion which more people felt was protected 'too much' rather than 'too little'. A quarter of those who held back on speaking out on religious topics said they did so because of fears about their safety. Some 46 per cent said they had done so to avoid causing offence or starting an argument. The study, based on interviews with 2,500 people, was conducted by Ipsos UK for the CCE.
Malaysian Reserve
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Malaysian Reserve
Commissioner of Canada Elections announces compliance and enforcement measures under the Canada Elections Act and the Criminal Code
GATINEAU, QC, July 10, 2025 /CNW/ – The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of compliance and enforcement measures to address contraventions under the Canada Elections Act (the Act) and the Criminal Code, including three charges, 11 administrative monetary penalties (AMPs), and two undertakings. To maintain transparency, details related to these measures are published on the CCE's website. On June 26, 2025, in the City of Windsor, Ontario, the CCE laid three charges. The charges relate to an investigation into an individual who acted as the official agent of a candidate during the 2021 federal general election. Under the Act, the individual is accused of submitting an incomplete campaign return and depositing an election campaign reimbursement cheque issued by Elections Canada in their personal bank account. The individual is also charged under the Criminal Code for committing theft of a value of more than $5,000 while acting in their role of official agent. Notices of violation imposing AMPs were also issued to: A union that failed to provide its interim expense return within the required deadline. The official agent for a candidate during the 2021 federal general election who failed to report on the payment of a claim or loan and the source of the funds used to pay the claim, within the required deadline. An electoral district association that failed to provide, within the required deadline, the annual statement certifying the validity of its information in the registry of electoral district associations. The leader of a political party who made an ineligible loan that exceeded the limit set by the Act. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the CCE's review. The leader of a political party who made a contribution that exceeded the limit set out by the Act. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the CCE's review. An individual who voted during the 2021 federal general election even though they were not a Canadian citizen. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the Chief Electoral Officer's review. An individual who voted twice in the same electoral district during the 2021 federal general election. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the Chief Electoral Officer's review. The official agent for a candidate during the 2019 general federal election who accepted contributions that exceeded the limit set out in the Act. The official agent for a candidate for the 2019 general federal election who did not dispose of the surplus of electoral funds as required by the Act. An official agent for a candidate from the 2019 federal general election who failed to dispose of the campaign's surplus within 60 days as required by the Act. The official agent of a candidate during the 2019 federal general election who failed to provide documents evidencing the expenses in the campaign's financial return. The CCE also accepted an undertaking from the official agent of a candidate during the 2019 general federal election who failed to pay a claim related to a campaign expense within the required deadline. The official agent also failed to provide an updated version of the statement of unpaid claims. Furthermore, the CCE accepted an undertaking from the financial agent of an electoral district association for failing to provide a financial return within the required deadline following the 2021 general federal election. Related information The CCE is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Act and the Referendum Act. The Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections is distinct from Elections Canada and carries out a different mandate. AMPs are administrative tools that the CCE can use to address violations under the Act and they aim to promote compliance with the Act. More information about AMPs can be found in the CCE's Policy for the Administrative Monetary Penalty Regime. An undertaking is a pledge made by a person or entity that did not comply with a requirement of the Act, and accepted by the Commissioner, aimed at ensuring compliance with the Act. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is responsible for prosecuting offences under federal jurisdiction. The PPSC is also responsible for providing prosecution-related advice to federal law enforcement agencies across Canada. Contacts For complaints and non-media-related enquiries, please use our online form. To receive updates from the CCE, subscribe to our email alerts. Follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn and Youtube.
Cision Canada
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Cision Canada
Commissioner of Canada Elections announces compliance and enforcement measures under the Canada Elections Act and the Criminal Code
GATINEAU, QC, /CNW/ - The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE), Caroline J. Simard, announced today the publication of compliance and enforcement measures to address contraventions under the Canada Elections Act (the Act) and the Criminal Code, including three charges, 11 administrative monetary penalties (AMPs), and two undertakings. To maintain transparency, details related to these measures are published on the CCE's website. On June 26, 2025, in the City of Windsor, Ontario, the CCE laid three charges. The charges relate to an investigation into an individual who acted as the official agent of a candidate during the 2021 federal general election. Under the Act, the individual is accused of submitting an incomplete campaign return and depositing an election campaign reimbursement cheque issued by Elections Canada in their personal bank account. The individual is also charged under the Criminal Code for committing theft of a value of more than $5,000 while acting in their role of official agent. Notices of violation imposing AMPs were also issued to: A union that failed to provide its interim expense return within the required deadline. The official agent for a candidate during the 2021 federal general election who failed to report on the payment of a claim or loan and the source of the funds used to pay the claim, within the required deadline. An electoral district association that failed to provide, within the required deadline, the annual statement certifying the validity of its information in the registry of electoral district associations. The leader of a political party who made an ineligible loan that exceeded the limit set by the Act. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the CCE's review. The leader of a political party who made a contribution that exceeded the limit set out by the Act. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the CCE's review. An individual who voted during the 2021 federal general election even though they were not a Canadian citizen. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the Chief Electoral Officer's review. An individual who voted twice in the same electoral district during the 2021 federal general election. The AMP amount was confirmed upon the Chief Electoral Officer's review. The official agent for a candidate during the 2019 general federal election who accepted contributions that exceeded the limit set out in the Act. The official agent for a candidate for the 2019 general federal election who did not dispose of the surplus of electoral funds as required by the Act. An official agent for a candidate from the 2019 federal general election who failed to dispose of the campaign's surplus within 60 days as required by the Act. The official agent of a candidate during the 2019 federal general election who failed to provide documents evidencing the expenses in the campaign's financial return. The CCE also accepted an undertaking from the official agent of a candidate during the 2019 general federal election who failed to pay a claim related to a campaign expense within the required deadline. The official agent also failed to provide an updated version of the statement of unpaid claims. Furthermore, the CCE accepted an undertaking from the financial agent of an electoral district association for failing to provide a financial return within the required deadline following the 2021 general federal election. The CCE is responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Act and the Referendum Act. The Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections is distinct from Elections Canada and carries out a different mandate. AMPs are administrative tools that the CCE can use to address violations under the Act and they aim to promote compliance with the Act. More information about AMPs can be found in the CCE's Policy for the Administrative Monetary Penalty Regime. An undertaking is a pledge made by a person or entity that did not comply with a requirement of the Act, and accepted by the Commissioner, aimed at ensuring compliance with the Act. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is responsible for prosecuting offences under federal jurisdiction. The PPSC is also responsible for providing prosecution-related advice to federal law enforcement agencies across Canada. Contacts For complaints and non-media-related enquiries, please use our online form. email alerts.
