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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi gave in on caste census, questions silence on Trump's ceasefire claim
Rahul also targeted Modi over his silence on former US President Donald Trump's repeated claims that he helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor. 'Trump has made the statement of brokering peace between India and Pakistan many times. Trump has said publicly 11 times, 11 times, that I made Narendra Modi surrender. Narendra Modi is unable to respond, and unable to say that Trump is lying because it's the truth,' he said. He alleged that the Modi government would never conduct a proper caste census, as it would end their style of politics. 'I doubt the government conducting caste census properly with no officers from the OBC, tribal community finalising the questionnaire,' he added. Rahul also criticised the Nitish Kumar-led state government over what he called a rising crime rate in Bihar. 'Bihar was once considered the land of truth, justice, and non-violence. It showed the path to the entire world; people from across the globe used to come to study at Nalanda University,' he said. 'People from Bihar are now forced to migrate to other states and even abroad because there are no employment opportunities here. Bihar has now become the crime capital of the country,' he said. Earlier, Rahul visited Dashrath Nagar village in Gaya district as part of his outreach campaign in Bihar ahead of the Assembly elections. He met the family of the late Dashrath Manjhi, famously known as the 'Mountain Man' for carving a road through a hill in Gehlor village to connect it with Wazirganj block. Rahul was received by Manjhi's son Bhagirath Manjhi, who reportedly expressed his interest in contesting the upcoming Assembly elections from Bodh Gaya, although no formal announcement was made. Rahul later went to Gehlor village and garlanded the statue of Dashrath Manjhi. This was his sixth visit to Bihar in six months. He also held a Mahila Samvad in Gaya and interacted with women.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM lays foundation for projects worth over Rs 64 cr
Begusarai: Chief minister Nitish Kumar on Friday inaugurated as well as laid the foundation for 107 development projects worth over Rs 64 crore in the district. The projects which were inaugurated included five projects worth Rs 12.37 crore besides 102 others worth Rs 51.82 crore for which foundation was laid. The CM had arrived here to participate in a ' Mahila Samvad programme ' with women associated with various self-help groups and Jeevika at Pidhauli panchayat under Teghra block of the district. The CM on this occasion distributed symbolic cheques worth over Rs 58.32 crore as bank loans to 23,352 women of various self-help groups under the district. He also inspected the special development camps organised under 'Ambedkar samagra seva abhiyan' located in areas inhabited by people belonging to scheduled castes and scheduled tribes people. Operation Sindoor How India shut down Pakistan's second desperate bid to escalate tensions Pak used civilian planes as shield to launch failed drone attack: India S-400, Spyder, Akash: What is in India's air defence arsenal? He took stock of the status of the distribution of e-shram card, Aadhaar card and land deeds for their this, the CM visited the Yamuna Bhagat stadium in 'Barauni khel gaon' under Teghra block to watch a football match played under Khelo India Youth Games 2025 . He met the players of teams of different states on the occasion. Deputy chief minister Samrat Choudhary, state water resources minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary, Union minister Giriraj Singh, Matihani MLA Rajiv Kumar Singh besides principal secretary to the CM Dipak Kumar, secretary to the CM Kumar Ravi, Begusarai range DIG Aashish Bharti and Begusarai DM Tushar Singla accompanied him during these programmes.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Mahila Samvad covers 40k locations across state
Patna: The month-long Mahila Samvad programme, launched by CM Nitish Kumar on April 18, on Tuesday entered its fifth day and has so far covered 40,000 places in Araria, Arwal, Sitamarhi, Supaul, West Champaran, Bhojpur, Munger and Lakhisarai districts. The programme aims to interact with women and know their issues. "I never thought the govt would hear from us," said Ruby Devi, a resident of Bihpur in Bhagalpur district. The 34-year-old woman was standing alongside her neighbours, many of whom had never attended a public discussion before. In Munger, Sunaina Devi raised a point that echoed aspirations of common people. "If there were factories in our villages, our youths would not have to leave for work elsewhere," she said, adding how availability of local jobs could save time, money and energy for many households. Rani from Mahkhar village in Saharsa district said, "I received Rs 50,000 under the Mukhyamantri Balika (Snatak) Protsahan Yojana. It helped me complete my Bachelor's degree." With college behind her, Rani now feels confident enough to look for a job, something she said would not have been possible without that support. In Jamui, Sanju Kumari shared a similar experience. "I also received Rs 50,000 from the govt. Earlier, continuing my studies seemed impossible. But I have completed my graduation now." Others used the platform to highlight community-level concerns. In Purnia, women raised demands for more Aanganwadi centres, functional toilets and proper street light systems. In several other districts, women spoke of the need for increased pension support and computer classes in govt schools. According to sources, every suggestion and concern shared is being documented. Matters that can be addressed locally are being forwarded to the district officials concerned, while broader policy recommendations will be submitted to the state govt. Patna: The month-long Mahila Samvad programme, launched by CM Nitish Kumar on April 18, on Tuesday entered its fifth day and has so far covered 40,000 places in Araria, Arwal, Sitamarhi, Supaul, West Champaran, Bhojpur, Munger and Lakhisarai districts. The programme aims to interact with women and know their issues. "I never thought the govt would hear from us," said Ruby Devi, a resident of Bihpur in Bhagalpur district. The 34-year-old woman was standing alongside her neighbours, many of whom had never attended a public discussion before. In Munger, Sunaina Devi raised a point that echoed aspirations of common people. "If there were factories in our villages, our youths would not have to leave for work elsewhere," she said, adding how availability of local jobs could save time, money and energy for many households. Rani from Mahkhar village in Saharsa district said, "I received Rs 50,000 under the Mukhyamantri Balika (Snatak) Protsahan Yojana. It helped me complete my Bachelor's degree." With college behind her, Rani now feels confident enough to look for a job, something she said would not have been possible without that support. In Jamui, Sanju Kumari shared a similar experience. "I also received Rs 50,000 from the govt. Earlier, continuing my studies seemed impossible. But I have completed my graduation now." Others used the platform to highlight community-level concerns. In Purnia, women raised demands for more Aanganwadi centres, functional toilets and proper street light systems. In several other districts, women spoke of the need for increased pension support and computer classes in govt schools. According to sources, every suggestion and concern shared is being documented. Matters that can be addressed locally are being forwarded to the district officials concerned, while broader policy recommendations will be submitted to the state govt.
