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News Menu, June 9: Rahul Gandhi vs poll body escalates, Chirag Paswan's bold move
Good morning. On June 9, 1964, Lal Bahadur Shastri was sworn in as India's second Prime Minister, leading with humility and the rallying cry 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan,' steering the nation through the 1965 Indo-Pak War and sowing seeds for the Green Today serves a news menu blending political ambition, tragedy, and global shifts, reflecting a nation navigating progress and Political Platter: Modi 3.0's Milestone
As Modi 3.0 marks its first year, the BJP launches a nationwide outreach from June 9–11 to highlight 11 years of achievements, including Operation Sindoor, praised by Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu as a 'feather in Modi's cap' for curbing India-Pak tensions. Naidu backs One Nation One Election, the Waqf Act, and scrapping Rs 500 notes to fight corruption. Despite the 2024 '400 paar' setback, the NDA remains stable with allies like TDP and JD(U). Election Espresso: Rahul vs. ECRahul Gandhi's claims of election rigging in Maharashtra spark controversy, with poll panel sources urging a formal complaint. BJP's Devendra Fadnavis accuses Rahul of dismissing the public's mandate, while RJD's Tejashwi Yadav backs him, alleging constitutional institutions are 'hijacked' under Modi. The EC plans to share voter rolls since Bihar Blend: Chirag's Bold MoveChirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) announces it will contest all 243 Bihar Assembly seats in 2025, though Paswan denies aiming for the CM's chair. Posts on X claim he's revolting against Modi and Nitish Kumar, but he emphasises NDA unity, targeting over 225 seats. Tamil Tadka: BJP's Mission TNUnion Home Minister Amit Shah predicts the end of DMK rule in Tamil Nadu's 2026 elections, with the BJP-AIADMK NDA alliance poised to take over. Shah calls DMK a '100% failure,' while TN BJP chief Nainar Nagendran hints at a 'silent operation' to oust them. Bitter Cup: Bengaluru Stampede ProbeKarnataka CM Siddaramaiah denies involvement, while BJP demands his and Dy CM Shivakumar's resignation, holding protests and calling for a special legislative session. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi slams the state's 'irresponsible' handling. Crime Curry: Mangaluru MurderThe NIA will probe the May 1 murder of ex-Bajrang Dal leader Suhas Shetty in Mangaluru, with 11 accused arrested. Shetty was linked to a 2022 murder case, adding complexity to the investigation. Bengal Broth: Monsoon SessionWest Bengal's Assembly begins its monsoon session today, set to pass a resolution on the Pahalgam massacre, addressing recent regional Manipur Masala: Protests IntensifyManipur remains tense as protesters, defying curfews, threaten self-immolation over Meitei leaders' arrests. Internet services are suspended amid ongoing unrest, challenging state authorities. Delhi Dal: Minor's Tragic DeathProtests erupt in Delhi's Bhajanpura after a 9-year-old girl's body was found in a suitcase, with her family alleging sexual assault. Former CM Atishi calls it a national shame, spotlighting safety concerns. Goa Ghee: Health Minister RowGoa CM Pramod Sawant overrules Health Minister Vishwajit Rane's order to suspend a GMCH doctor, assuring no action will be taken. Congress demands Rane's sacking for 'arrogance.' Travel Tadka: Traffic ChaosThe travel season and weekend rush have snarled traffic in Himachal, Haridwar, Dehradun, and surrounding highways, disrupting commuters and tourists alike. Global Gravy: Trump's MovesUS President Trump deploys the National Guard to quell Los Angeles protests against immigration enforcement, with 44 migrants arrested. His travel ban on 12 countries takes effect at 12:01 AM ET Monday. Border csar Vance labels protesters 'insurrectionists,' though the Insurrection Act remains unused. Humanitarian Hummus: Owaisi's Gaza PleaAIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi urges the Modi government to help end the Gaza 'genocide' and provide food aid, highlighting India's role in global humanitarian Parting BiteFrom Modi 3.0's bold outreach to Manipur's unrest and Delhi's tragedy, today's news menu celebrates the memory of Shastri, who strengthened India's democracy. As the nation navigates political battles and global challenges, the contributions of jawan and kisan, remain guiding forces.
