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India Gazette
a day ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Karnataka govt just trying to make the police a scapegoat": BJP' RP Singh
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson RP Singh on Friday alleged that the Congress-led Karnataka government was trying to make the police in the RCB stampede incident. 'Karnataka government is just trying to make the Karnataka Police a scapegoat.... they are trying to put their blame on the police,' Singh told ANI. He further stated that the celebrations for the win of the RCB team were supposed to be held on Sunday but were adanced by the government, which resulted in the death of the people. 'The reality is that the celebrations were supposed to be held on Sunday, but the government, in excitement, preponed it, which led to the death of the people...' he added. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged that the Bengaluru stampede was a state-sponsored man-made disaster and further held the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister to be directly responsible for the tragic incident. 'What we have seen in the Bengaluru stampede is nothing short of a state-sponsored man-made disaster for which the CM and Deputy CM are directly responsible. They are A1 and A2, but instead of taking accountability, we see that they constantly attempt to shift the blame. DK Shivakumar, just 24 hours ago, was saying that the Police have done a fantastic job, they have done an excellent job. He was blaming the crowd,' Poonawalla told ANI. Meanwhile, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari backed the Karnataka government and congratulated them for taking possible steps and suspending the Commissioner of the Bengaluru City Police. 'I congratulate the Karnataka government for taking every possible step and suspending even the Commissioner...'Tiwari compared RCB to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and lashed out at the opposition, stating that they had not been able to locate or punish the culprits of the Pahalgam attack.' The compensation RCB gave is too little. Like I said, at least one crore each should be given to the families of the deceased... They are an example for the BJP. To date, the BJP has not been able to locate or punish the culprits of the Pahalgam attack,' he added. On June 4, eleven people died and more than 30 were injured in a stampede outside Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy stadium as a huge crowd of nearly three lakh people had gathered to witness the victory celebration of Royal Challengers Bengaluru which won the Indian Premier League (IPL). (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Noida Authority Launches 24/7 Helpline and App to Tackle Sewage and Streetlight Issues
NOIDA: In a move to improve civic services, Noida Authority issued dedicated toll-free numbers for residents to report drains and sewage problems and faulty streetlights. Citizens are encouraged to mention exact location details while registering complaints to ensure a swift response. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now RP Singh, General Manager of Noida Authority, said the step is part of a larger effort to streamline the complaint redressal process and make it more accessible for the public. The authority activated a 24/7 toll-free helpline (14420) for resolving sewerage issues. Complaints related to water and sewer can also be registered through a dedicated call centre at 0120-2425025/26/27, located at the main administrative building in Sector 6, Noida. Singh added that residents can also use social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to submit complaints via the official Noida handle. 'Once the complaint is received, it is verified, and prompt action is taken. The complainant is then notified of the resolution through photo or video updates shared directly on the platform - a step aimed at ensuring transparency and building public trust in the system,' he said. The usual monsoon arrival date for Delhi-NCR is 27 June. But this year, the monsoon is progressing faster than expected. Noida faces recurring issues of choked drains and waterlogging during the monsoon season, primarily due to poor drainage maintenance and encroachments over natural water channels. Despite repeated assurances from the authority, the desilting of drains is often delayed or done inadequately, allowing silt, plastic waste, and construction debris to block the flow of rainwater. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As a result, even moderate rainfall leads to severe waterlogging on key roads, residential sectors, and underpasses, disrupting traffic and posing health risks. Meanwhile, Noida also issued a toll-free number (18001029574) to report faulty streetlights. 'Well-lit roads are essential for public safety. That's why we are urging residents to actively report non-functional streetlights through multiple platforms,' an official said. In addition to the helpline, the authority launched a mobile app called 'Noida Smart Led Light,' available on both Android and iOS platforms. The app provides a user-friendly interface that allows users to lodge complaints, track their status, and even upload relevant images, making the process more interactive and transparent.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- General
- India Gazette
"Ask Deepender Hooda whether his party is united on all issues": RP Singh takes a dig at INDI Alliance
New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): BJP National Spokesperson RP Singh questioned the unity of the Opposition on Wednesday amid their demand for a special session of Parliament, saying that the INDI alliance itself appeared divided. Speaking to ANI, RP Singh said, 'To my knowledge, the INDI alliance comprises 26 groups. Out of 26, only 16 gathered.' He pointed out the lack of full participation within the alliance, indicating differences among its members. The BJP leader further said, 'Ask Deepender Hooda whether his party is united on all issues. They should also ask Shashi Tharoor, Manish Tewari, Anand Sharma, and Salman Khurshid about their opinions.' On Tuesday, Congress MP Deepender Hooda, speaking after the meeting of the INDIA bloc, stated that the government of the country should put forward their views in the Parliament when they were doing it in front of the world too. 'When the Govt of India is putting forward its views in front of the world, I think the govt should do the same in the Parliament as well...' Hooda told ANI. He further stated that there should be a special session in Parliament to thank the armed forces and to hold a discussion on issues, including the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. 'Today, 16 political parties of the opposition have written a letter to PM Modi that a special session of the Parliament must be called so that all the parties can thank our armed forces. From Pahalgam to Operation Sindoor to America's announcement of the ceasefire to delegations going across the world, we should have discussions on them in the should also discuss how to eradicate terrorism and our further strategies in the Parliament...' he further stated. Earlier, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut emphasised the importance of the opposition's voice in Parliament. After the meeting at the press conference, Raut said, 'There are signatures of 16 political parties on the letter that we have written to the Prime Minister. This is not a normal letter. The opposition is the voice of the public. We want a special session to be called to discuss whatever has happened in the country so far...' Raut questioned the government, asking, 'If a ceasefire was called on the suggestion of President Trump, then why can't a special session be held even after repeated requests from the Opposition? Should we go to President Trump for a special session?' Sixteen political parties of the INDIA alliance have written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding a special session of Parliament to discuss the Pahalgam terrorist attack, Operation Sindoor and Trump's announcement on Tuesday. (ANI)
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Pakistan fighting to lose, Indian army will respond firmly: BJP's RP Singh
New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): BJP National Spokesperson RP Singh commented on Pakistan's current situation, stating, 'After a one-day war, they (Pakistan) are asking for money from international bodies. It shows Pakistan's economic condition. There is a lot to happen.' Singh assured that India's armed forces would provide a strong response, saying, 'Indian Army will give a befitting reply to all Pakistan's misdeeds.' He added, 'Pakistan should understand that it is fighting to be defeated in this battle. Pakistan wants this war, we are just retaliating, not escalating anything.' Meanwhile, Indian Army during the intervening night of May 8 and May 9 has successfully repelled and responded to multiple drone attacks by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army said, 'Pakistan Armed Forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along entire Western Border on the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak troops also resorted to numerous cease fire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. The drone attacks were effectively repulsed and befitting reply was given to the CFVs. Indian Army remains committed to safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Nation. All nefarious designs will be responded with force.' The indigenously developed Akash surface-to-air missile air defence system has played a crucial role in thwarting Pakistani drone attacks targeting Indian assets on Thursday, according to defence officials. Officials added that both the Indian Army and Air Force have deployed the missile system along the Pakistan border. 'The Made in India Akash surface-to-air missile air defence system has been effectively used by the Indian armed forces in foiling Pakistani attacks towards Indian targets. Both the Indian Army and Air Force have the missile system all along the Pakistan border,' defence officials stated. The Akash air defence missile system is a medium-range, surface-to-air missile system that provides area air defence against multiple air threats to mobile, semi-mobile, and static vulnerable forces and areas. The system has cutting-edge features and cross-country mobility. The real-time multi-sensor data processing and threat evaluation enable simultaneous engagement of multiple targets from any direction. The entire system is flexible and up-scalable and can be operated in group and autonomous modes. It employs command guidance and relies on phased array guidance radar to guide the missile until intercept. Earlier on Thursday, the Indian Army had shot down more than 50 Pakistani drones during the large-scale counter-drone operation along the LoC and International Borders (IB), sources told ANI. The Indian Armed Forces also successfully neutralised Pakistan military's attempts of a large-scale drone and missile attack on multiple Indian military installations across Northern and Western India during the night of May 7-8 and an Air Defence system at Lahore was neutralised. (ANI)
NDTV
29-04-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
BJP's 'Pakistan Ka Yaar ' Taunt To Congress' 'PM Gayab' Jibe
New Delhi: The Congress opened with a 'gayab' left hook Monday night - an X post that seemed to label Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'missing in action' as India deals with the Pahalgam terror attack. The BJP took the punch, rattled but not out, and kept coming, countering with a 'backstabber' right jab. The party accused Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi of colluding with Pakistan - which the government says supported the terror strike that killed 26 - of 'betraying' his country. The ruling party's national spokesperson, RP Singh, threw the jab, posting a photograph of a man in a tight-fitting white t-shirt and black trousers, with a Nehru cap on his head. The man has his back to the camera. In his right hand, clasped behind, is a large knife. The caption reads 'Pakistan's friend'. The man is not named but from the dress, and context, the reference is to Rahul Gandhi. पाकिस्तान के यार। — RP Singh National Spokesperson BJP (@rpsinghkhalsa) April 29, 2025 The bout, though, isn't over; the Congress will be rattled too, but expect a response shortly. Behind it all the message is clear. The impromptu truce that followed the terror attack in Pahalgam - a truce emphasised last week by Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, who told party leaders "this is not the time for politics... it is a moment for collective resolve", is over. READ | "Not Time For Partisan Politics": Congress' Message After J&K Attack The Congress kickstarted this picture war late Monday by posting an old photograph of Prime Minister Modi in a yellow kurta, white pyjama, and black shoes, but with the PM edited out. Accompanying the photo was the short message - 'In times of need, missing'. The post was seen as a reference to complaints Mr Modi skipped the all-party meet called by his government last week, to brief the opposition on the Pahalgam attack and India's response. Mr Kharge said he raised the question of the absent PM, telling reporters after the meeting, "The first question I raised... when the government convenes a meeting, PM should be present..." The PM, instead, was at a government event in poll-bound Bihar, from where he fired a warning - in English, to maximise coverage - to all terrorists involved in the attack. The BJP fired a multi-barrel response to the Congress' photo, accusing the party of colluding with Pakistan and of underhanded tactics ordered by senior leader Rahul Gandhi. Ex-Union Minister Anurag Thakur recalled the PM's strong message - 'if you (Pak) spill one drop of our blood, we won't let a single drop of water (from the Indus River) flow' - and pointed to strict measures by the Indian government, such as suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. The Congress leaves little doubt with its use of 'Sar Tan Se Juda' imagery. This is not merely a political statement; it is a dog whistle aimed at its Muslim vote bank and a veiled incitement against the Prime Minister. It is not the first time the Congress has resorted to such… — Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) April 29, 2025 "But I don't understand this compulsion of the Congress and other opposition parties of speaking Pakistan's language and supporting Pakistan. Does their blood not boil when Indians are killed... do they not feel like taking revenge?" BJP leader Amit Malviya accused the Congress of political skullduggery, calling the X post "a dog whistle aimed at its Muslim vote bank and a veiled incitement against the PM". Pahalgam Terror Attack Twenty-six people were killed in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. The Resistance Front, an offshoot of banned, Pak-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility, but the five terrorists who carried out the attack remain at large. A massive manhunt is underway to track them down. Meanwhile, India and Pakistan have traded diplomatic restrictions, including suspension of visas and bilateral deals like the Simla Agreement and the Indus Waters Treaty, in the first round of responses. The Prime Minister, who was in Saudi Arabia at the time of the attack, and rushed back 24 hours later, his plane avoiding Pak airspace, has said terror's evil agenda won't be allowed to win.
