Himalaya Harbinger, National bureau. In a notable trend, a slew of politicians facing accusations of corruption has found refuge within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ranks since 2014, a development raising eyebrows and inviting scrutiny. A thorough analysis reveals a sequence of events where these politicians, regardless of their party affiliations, have sought shelter under…
Since 2014, as many as 25 prominent politicians facing action from Central agencies for alleged corruption have crossed over to the BJP. They cut across party lines: 10 are from the Congress; four each from NCP and Shiv Sena; three from TMC; two from TDP; and one each from SP and YSRCP. Three of the…
Himalaya Harbinger, National bureau. In a notable trend, a slew of politicians facing accusations of corruption has found refuge within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ranks since 2014, a development raising eyebrows and inviting scrutiny. A thorough analysis reveals a sequence of events where these politicians, regardless of their party affiliations, have sought shelter…
Congress is yet to announce name of its candidate in party’s stronghold Amethi seat in Uttar Pradesh but Sonia Gandhi’s son-in-law Robert Vadra said the people of Amethi expect him to fight the Lok Sabha elections against BJP’s Smriti Irani. Vadra, the husband of Priyanka Gandhi, said the people of Amethi are not happy with…
Rhetoric may be the norm during poll season but Congress sources say that Rahul putting the BJP number below half than what its target – something reiterated by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge at the rally – was not election hyperbole but based on internal surveys and inputs from bureaucracy, academicians and industry leaders. Congress leaders…
Himalaya Harbinger, National Bureau. Former Congress MP Sanjay Nirupam faced expulsion from the party shortly after submitting his resignation letter, citing orchestrated actions. The decision, approved by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, came amidst complaints of indiscipline and anti-party statements by Nirupam. Expressing dissatisfaction with the party’s decision to allow the Shiv Sena (UBT) to claim…
Himalaya Harbinger, National Bureau. Former Congress MP Sanjay Nirupam faced expulsion from the party shortly after submitting his resignation letter, citing orchestrated actions. The decision, approved by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, came amidst complaints of indiscipline and anti-party statements by Nirupam. Expressing dissatisfaction with the party’s decision to allow the Shiv Sena (UBT) to…
Himalayan Harbinger, National Bureau. In his recent election rally in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a promising initiative – a nationwide scheme aimed at providing 24-hour electricity without any cost to consumers. However, amidst the backdrop of inflation and economic challenges, doubts arise about the scheme’s accessibility and viability for the marginalized sections…
Himalayan Harbinger, National Bureau. Indian boxing icon Vijender Singh has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in anticipation of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, marking a significant shift in his political allegiance. The announcement was made on Wednesday, amidst the backdrop of mounting political fervor. Singh, who previously had affiliations with the Congress…
Himalayan Harbinger, National Bureau. In his recent election rally in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a promising initiative – a nationwide scheme aimed at providing 24-hour electricity without any cost to consumers. However, amidst the backdrop of inflation and economic challenges, doubts arise about the scheme’s accessibility and viability for the marginalized sections…