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40 Pc Commission Charges Against BJP Are Outright Lies, Says Vijayendra

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Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra said on Saturday that 40 percent of commission charges against the previous BJP government are outright lies, as established by the Lokayukta investigation. “Our BJP government faced baseless and false propaganda of 40 per cent commission. The Lokayukta investigation now has revealed that these allegations were unfounded and nothing but outright lies,” he said.

He added that this proves that the Congress party, submerged in “corruption”, specialises in “deceit” and “fabricating false narratives”. He said that Congress which has never gained power through “ethical” means, has only managed to seize power through “malicious” ways, “unethical” practices, “false propaganda”, and by “dividing” society, adding that the recently disclosed Lokayukta report is proof of this. “I demand that the Congress government, led by CM Siddaramaiah, which came to power by deceiving the people of Karnataka with lies, immediately step down and apologise to the people of Karnataka,” he demanded.

Given that the Lokayukta report has been disclosed during the rule of the Congress government, there is no room left for the Congress party to justify or indulge in rhetoric regarding this matter, Vijayendra stated. He said that currently, contractors across the state, unable to receive pending payments, are exposing the truth that it’s not “40 per cent” but commissions are rather “80 per cent” under the Congress government. “The legal whirlpool of ongoing scams is closing in on the Chief Minister and the Congress government,” he underlined. Following this, even Congress MLAs are reportedly being “sold,” as admitted by the Chief Minister himself, tarnishing Karnataka’s reputation, he charged. He added that the Karnataka government ordered a judicial inquiry into the “40 per cent commission” allegations against the previous BJP government in 2023.

The inquiry was based on letters submitted to the then Opposition leader and now Chief Minister Siddaramaiah by contractors. The “40 per cent commission” allegations began in April 2022 after the death of Santosh Patil, a contractor from Belagavi. Patil accused KS Eshwarappa, a former state minister and BJP leader, of demanding a 40 per cent commission for a government project. After Patil’s claims, several contractors made similar allegations against government officials.

–IANS

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BJP Govt Needed In Jharkhand To Protect ‘Roti, Beti, And Mati’: Himanta Biswa Sarma

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BJP Govt Needed In Jharkhand To Protect 'Roti, Beti, And Mati': Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister and BJP’s Jharkhand election co-incharge, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Saturday stressed the need for a BJP government in Jharkhand to safeguard “Roti, Beti, and Mati” (livelihood, daughters, and land).

Amid heated campaigning for the second phase of elections in the state, Sarma, addressing an election rally in Bokaro, urged the people to unite for this election, stating that divisions in society have previously weakened their strength. “As long as we stay united, we are safe,” he said, stressing the importance of communal solidarity in this electoral battle. He claimed that the current state government has allowed the infiltration of Bangladeshis into regions like Santhal Parganas, which, according to him, is causing a decline in the tribal population. “Infiltrators are deceiving our daughters, marrying them, and usurping their lands,” he alleged, warning that the very identity of Jharkhand is under threat.

Targeting the Hemant Soren government, Sarma said: “The current administration is running like ‘Bunty and Babli,’ deceiving the youth with hollow promises of jobs and unemployment allowances. This election, the people are determined to show them the exit door.” The Assam CM also accused leaders like Irfan Ansari and Alamgir Alam of dividing the state along communal lines. “If we remain united, candidates like Irfan Ansari and Alamgir Alam will not win elections. Today, Ram Navami processions are restricted, and idol immersions for Durga Puja face hurdles, but Muharram processions go unimpeded. Unity is our strength; no one will dare stop our traditions if we stand together,” he asserted. He urged voters to consider the safety of their families before casting their ballots. “If you vote for leaders like Irfan Ansari, they won’t be there to protect your daughters if someone targets them. Think of your own daughters before supporting such candidates,” Sarma cautioned.

Drawing the attention of the public to alleged discrimination, he claimed, “Schools in areas like Pakur, Sahibganj, and Jamtara remain closed on Fridays for namaz. If that is the case, why not close schools on Tuesdays so we can worship Hanuman Ji?” He also pointed to a recent controversy over a prayer hall built inside the Jharkhand Assembly, which was later closed after protests. Sarma expressed confidence in the BJP’s strong performance in the first phase of elections and urged people to maintain the same enthusiasm for the second phase also. “The fight is for our identity, and we need to ensure victory in this decisive election,” he declared.

–IANS

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Technical Textiles To Become Economic Backbone Of India: Giriraj Singh

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Technical Textiles To Become Economic Backbone Of India: Giriraj Singh.

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Saturday said that technical textiles will become the economic backbone of India, adding that women can contribute a great deal in handloom and handicrafts sector. Inaugurating the textile pavilion at India International Trade Fair (IITF) in the national capital, the minister emphasised the importance of carbon fibres in the textile industry, adding that India is focusing on amplification of Technical Textiles.

There are 12 verticals or sectors in Technical Textiles. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given Rs.1,500 crore for R&D in this sector and our country is giving more attention in the export of Technical Textiles,” Singh said. The minister emphasised that the government is trying to improve the textile value chain for better income opportunities for the weavers and their families. He also said that India has the largest handloom community in the world, focused around sustainability and energy efficiency. “The world is moving towards usage of sustainable products and handloom industry produces zero-carbon footprint and does not consume any energy and Handloom industry is also a zero-water footprint sector,” the minister noted.

As India celebrates the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda, theme of the event was inspired by the ‘Janjatiya’ community. Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for Textiles, stressed upon strengthening handloom and handicrafts to boost production and to increase their earnings to engage communities. He also emphasised the importance of preserving India’s rich craft heritage while adapting to modern market needs. The handloom sector of India employs 35 lakh people directly or indirectly, which is next only to the agricultural sector in the country.

Earlier this week, the government approved 12 research projects worth Rs 13.3 crore under the National Technical Textiles Mission. The total number of approved research projects under the Mission now stands at 168 with a total value of nearly Rs 509 crore. The domestic textiles industry is estimated to grow to $350 billion by 2030, generating 4.5-6 crore jobs.

–IANS

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VCK And CPI-M MLAs Express Regret In The Presence Of DMK Min Over Their Names Being Excluded From Banner Of Government Event

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VCK And CPI-M MLAs Express Regret In The Presence Of DMK Min Over Their Names Being Excluded From Banner Of Government Event

The VCK and CPI-M MLAs, who took part in a government event in Nagapattinam, have expressed their disappointment over the absence of their names on banners despite being elected representatives of the people. This has sparked controversy within the DMK alliance.

The 71st Cooperative Week celebration, organized by the Cooperative Department, took place on 16 November 2024, in Nagapattinam. Tamil Nadu Education Minister Anbil Mahesh chaired the event, which Tamil Nadu Fish Development Corporation Chairman Gauthaman, Tamil Nadu TADCO Chairman Mathivanan, Nagapattinam Assembly Member Aloor Shanavas, Kilvellur Assembly Member Nagaimaali, District Collector Akash, and other officials also attended.

During his address, Kilvellur CPI-M MLA Nagaimaali expressed regret, in the presence of Minister Anbil Mahesh, about the omission of his name and that of Shanavas from the banners at the government event. Shanavas, the Nagapattinam Assembly member, also voiced his frustration, noting that their names had been consistently excluded from government programs over the past three years. He pointed out that even minor errors by government officials could tarnish the government’s reputation.

Nagaimaali expressed his disappointment over the omission of their names from the banners, saying, “When I arrived at the event, I couldn’t understand why my name, or that of the Nagapattinam MLA, weren’t mentioned. I don’t understand why our names were left out.” He then openly criticized the situation in front of the DMK minister, stating, “I don’t know how you think of us. You shouldn’t be differentiating us, as if some are more important than others.” He further advised the authorities that such actions could send the wrong message, urging them to treat everyone equally. Nagaimaali lamented, “We are also people’s representatives and came here with peoples votes. I would like to say such instances will send different message.”

Later, speaking at the event, VCK MLA Shahnawaz emphasized, “We need to consider the impact of a small mistake made by officials in far-off corners. Just last week, at a municipal function, the names of the MLA and MP were left out. You should look at social media how quickly narratives were shaped using that. There are already external forces actively working to break this alliance, and such mistakes by some officials can easily be interpreted as the government deliberately marginalizing us.”

Shahnawaz went on to warn the authorities, stating, “As a people’s representative, if something goes wrong, there’s no need for a banner or recognition. But these mistakes must not continue. I urge you to correct these oversights going forward.”

Responding to the concerns, Minister Anbil Mahesh assured the legislators that such issues would not recur, stating, “I will ensure you receive the respect you deserve as long as I am in office.”

The incident, where the DMK excluded the names of its alliance partners—such as CPI-M MLA Nagaimaali and VCK MLA Shahnawaz—from banners at government events in their respective constituencies, has raised criticism. Many are questioning whether this reflects the commitment to social justice and self-respect that the DMK’s Dravidian model government promises to its alliance partners.

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Bengal LoP Taunts CM Mamata Over Comments On India’s Olympic Gold Medals

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Bengal LoP Taunts CM Mamata Over Comments On India’s Olympic Gold Medals

West Bengal Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, has taunted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her comments on India’s Olympic achievements. Speaking at a program for the West Bengal Archery Academy on Friday, the Chief Minister expressed her hopes that academy students would bring home gold medals. However, she remarked, “India is yet to bag a gold medal in the Olympic Games.” Adhikari was quick to respond, calling Banerjee’s statement “disgraceful.”

He said, “What a shame! How could a Chief Minister claim that India has never won an Olympic gold medal?” He further questioned whether the Chief Minister was aware of India’s sporting achievements, citing names like Abhinav Bindra and Neeraj Chopra, as well as the Indian hockey team’s historic victories. “Either she hasn’t heard the names of Abhinav Bindra, Neeraj Chopra and is not acquainted about the laurels earned by the Indian Hockey Team,” he said.

“However, I am doubtful that she has said this purposefully, as because her motto has always been to downgrade India’s achievements,” the leader of the opposition further said. Records say that since 1928 India had won a total of 41 Olympic medals out of which 10 are gold medals. Out of the 10 gold medals, eight have been won by the Indian hockey team.

In 2008, Abhinav Bindra won the gold medal in 10-meter air rifle shooting at the Beijing Olympics. In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal in javelin. Chopra is the youngest-ever Indian Olympic gold medalist in an individual event and the only individual to have won gold on his Olympic debut.

–IANS

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Fact-Finding Committee Accuses 16 Jamia Millia Islamia Faculty Members Of Forced Conversion And Religious Discrimination

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Fact-Finding Committee Accuses 16 Jamia Millia Islamia Faculty Members Of Forced Conversion And Religious Discrimination.

A fact-finding committee investigating allegations of religious discrimination and forced conversions at Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI) has accused 16 faculty members of attempting to intimidate and convert non-Muslim students to Islam. The committee’s findings are based on testimonies from 27 current faculty members, non-teaching staff, PhD scholars, students, and seven former students.

The depositions, while summarized, paint a troubling picture of the alleged coercion faced by non-Muslim members of the university community. The full, unedited statements reportedly present even graver details.

Key Allegations from Witness Statements

  • CW1: A female faculty member alleged that her promotion to Associate Professor was blocked because she refused to convert to Islam.
  • CW2: An Assistant Controller of Examinations, who is Hindu, claimed he was denied basic amenities and support at work because he was labeled a “kafir.”
  • CW3: Several faculty members, identified by initials, allegedly pressured a non-Muslim colleague to convert to Islam and marry a Muslim. One professor reportedly threatened to throw acid on her face if she did not comply. She claims she was subsequently denied a promotion and had to seek legal recourse through the High Court, where she was granted relief.
  • CW4: An Assistant Professor who joined JMI two months prior claimed that a senior colleague handed her a copy of the Quran and initiated regular discussions on Islam.
  • CW5 & CW6: Both reported being pressured to read Islamic religious texts, with their professional advancements stalled when they resisted.
  • CW11: A clerical staff member who joined JMI in 2007 said that within six months, she was bullied by Muslim colleagues to convert to Islam, as they argued that Scheduled Castes are not respected in Hindu society.
  • CW13: Another staff member stated that after joining JMI, she was routinely invited to offer Namaz, discouraged from saying “Namaste,” and pressured to say “Salaam Aleikum” instead. She also claimed that colleagues often criticized Hindu customs and named two female students who allegedly converted to Islam under duress.
  • CW16: A PhD student seeking a fellowship faced persistent religious taunts from both Muslim students and professors.
  • CW17: A Muslim JMI employee alleged that there is a nexus between certain JMI professors and organizations like the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO), Campus Front of India, Popular Front of India (PFI), and Tablighi Jamaat, all allegedly working to convert non-Muslims on campus.
  • CW19: A student recounted that Muslim peers frequently pressured non-Muslim students to read the Quran and were actively prevented from celebrating Hindu festivals on campus.

Institutional Response and Potential Legal Action

These revelations are set to trigger a significant controversy surrounding JMI, which has long been regarded as a premier educational institution in the country. The university administration has yet to release an official statement addressing the committee’s findings.

The allegations raise serious questions about religious freedom and workplace discrimination within academic institutions. Legal experts suggest that if proven, these actions could lead to severe legal repercussions for those involved, potentially under laws related to religious harassment and discrimination.

The committee has recommended further investigation into the alleged activities of the implicated faculty members and urged authorities to take appropriate action to safeguard the rights of students and staff within the university.

This report has sparked widespread concern, and calls for accountability are growing among alumni and civil society groups. Further developments are anticipated as authorities review the committee’s findings and decide on the next course of action.

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EPFO Playing Key Role In Providing Social Security, Financial Stability To Millions: Minister

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EPFO Playing Key Role In Providing Social Security, Financial Stability To Millions: Minister mansukh mandaviya unemployment

Union Minister for Labour and Employment, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, has stressed that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has played a pivotal role in providing social security and financial stability to millions of members across the country.

In his keynote address at an event in the national capital, Dr Mandaviya lauded the transformative journey of EPFO, underscoring its critical role in managing a vast corpus of savings for its members and enhancing social security provisions across the nation. The minister also stressed the importance of robust IT platform, efficient system for grievance management and the implementation of member centric model of service delivery. Dr Mandaviya urged EPFO employees to embrace the organisation’s slogan, “Hum Hai Na”, reminding them daily of their duty to serve the people. He emphasised that true service is measured by the impact employees make whether by assisting those in need or addressing issues.

The minister further encouraged to increase pension coverage with a focus on enhancing last mile delivery of services. He called on EPFO’s officers and staff to uphold the highest standards of integrity, dedication, empathy and professionalism in their service to members. “Continuous skill enhancement and capacity-building efforts within the organisation are paramount to adapting to evolving challenges and improving service delivery,” said the minister. Meanwhile, the number of contributing members to the EPFO has risen by 7.6 per cent to 7.37 crore in 2023-24 from 6.85 crore in 202-2023 while the number of establishments making contributions to the organisation has risen by 6.6 per cent to 7.66 lakh during this period.

The EPFO also saw an increase of 55.4 per cent to Rs 5,268 crore in realising arrear dues compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 3,390 crore in the previous year. There was also an increase of 7.8 per cent in the number of claims settled over the previous year (4.45 crore from 412.86 crore). The Executive Committee recommended the report for adoption to the Central Board, the press statement added.

—IANS

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India’s Spice Exports Projected To Reach $10 Billion By 2030

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India’s Spice Exports Projected To Reach $10 Billion By 2030

According to Ramkumar Menon, chairman of the World Spice Organisation (WSO), the domestic spice exports market is likely to reach $10 billion by 2030, entering newer geographies.

At the ‘National Spice Conference (NSC) 2024’ event in Ahmedabad, Menon said spice export growth in the first half of this fiscal year had been 8.8 per cent (year-on-year).

India’s spice exports for the first half of FY24 reached Rs 17,488 crore ($2.09 billion), according to Menon. The spice exports are set to surpass $4.7 billion for FY 24-25. To meet the ambitious $10 billion target, India needs to produce nearly 15 million tonnes of spices, he mentioned. The export of spices and spice products reached an all-time high in FY 2023-24 and attained $4.46 billion. During 2023-24 the export of spices and spice products from the country has been 15,39,692 tonnes valued Rs 36,958.80 crore ($4464.17 million), according to data by the Spices Board, under the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

The growth was seen owing to a rebound in volumes and higher prices for certain varieties such as pepper, cardamom and turmeric. The red chilli exports hit a record $1.5 billion in FY24, a 15 per cent increase from the previous year’s $1.3 billion which is driven by robust demand from China and Bangladesh. Red chilli exports, worth $1.5 billion, comprised about 34 per cent of India’s total spices exports. China was the top importer of Indian red chillies in FY24, purchasing over 1.79 lakh tonnes valued at Rs 4,123 crore, according to Kedia Advisory.

The Spices Board is set with a transformative scheme aimed at significantly enhancing the export of spices and value-added spice products as well as improving the productivity of cardamoms and upgrading the post-harvest quality of spices across India for export. Various programmes rolled out under the scheme ‘Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development (SPICED)’ will be implemented during the remaining period of the 15th Finance Commission cycle, till FY 2025-26, with a total approved outlay of Rs 422.30 crore.

–IANS

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1,440 Smuggled Antiquities Seized By US Authorities Returned To India

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1,440 Smuggled Antiquities Seized By US Authorities Returned To India

Manhattan prosecutor Alvin Bragg has returned to India 1,440 antiquities, including sacred temple sculptures, that had been smuggled to the US. The artefacts were returned at a ceremony to India’s Consulate General, represented by Consul Manish Kulhary by Alexandra de Armas, the Homeland Security Investigation (HSI) Group Supervisor, the prosecutor’s office said on Thursday.

“We will continue to investigate the many trafficking networks that have targeted Indian cultural heritage,” Bragg said. The pieces were recovered during investigations into criminal trafficking networks, including those of antiquities traffickers Subash Kapoor, who has been convicted in India, and Nancy Wiener, convicted in the US, according to the prosecutor’s office. “Today’s repatriation marks another victory in what has been a multi-year, international investigation into antiquities trafficked by one of history’s most prolific offenders,” HSI New York Special Agent in Charge William S. Walker said.

Some of the antiques had been on display in museums until they were seized by the Manhattan prosecutor’s Antiquities Traffic Unit (ATU). They are valued at $10 million. A warrant has been issued in New York for the arrest of Kapoor, the alleged ring leader of the antiquities smugglers network and his extradition from India is pending, according to the prosecutor’s office. One of the returned sculptures depicts a Celestial Dancer and it was looted from a temple in Madhya Pradesh in the early 1980s. Looters cut it into two and smuggled it to New York via London for sale. One of Kapoor’s clients donated it to the New York Metropolitan Museum (Met) from where it was seized by the ATU in 2023. Another was the Tanesar Mother Goddess looted from the village of Tanesara-Mahadeva in Rajasthan in the early 1960s and ended up with Wiener at her New York gallery.

After passing through two collectors, it was added by the Met to its collection in 1993 and the ATU seized it in 2022. These antiquities were the latest in a series of efforts by US authorities to reunite stolen artefacts with India. During his visit to Washington, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had thanked President Joe Biden for returning the stolen antiquities and said, “For us, these are not just art but part of our heritage, culture and religion. So when this lost heritage returns home, they will be received with a lot of emotion.” Soon after, 105 antiquities were handed over to India by the Manhattan prosecutor’s office.

In 2022, Bragg handed over 307 items valued at about $4 million to the consulate general. Bragg said at that time, “Kapoor was one of the world’s most prolific antiquities traffickers.” Kapoor, who ran an art gallery in New York, was arrested in Germany in 2011 in an operation known as Operation Hidden Idol and extradited to India. He was sentenced in 2022 by a court in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, to a 10-year prison term for the theft of a religious statue from a temple.

–IANS

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Now Terrorists Feel Unsafe In Their Own Homes: PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asserted that terrorists, backed by neighbouring countries to disrupt India, now feel unsafe within their own homes. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, PM Modi recalled the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and emphasised India’s strengthened resolve in combating terrorism.

Referring to significant changes in the nation’s security environment, he credited these advancements to the government’s decisive actions and steadfast focus on national security. “There was a time when people felt unsafe in their own homes and cities due to terror activities sponsored by neighbouring countries. However, times have changed, and today, terrorists themselves feel insecure in their own homes,” he said. Recalling his participation in the first Bodoland Mohotsav on Friday, the Prime Minister lauded the transformation in the lives of people in the region post the 2020 Bodo Peace Accord. He highlighted how, after five decades of violence, the youth and communities have embraced peace and are now celebrating cultural events in Delhi.

Declaring that the 21st century belongs to India, PM Modi urged everyone to work toward achieving the vision of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, stressing the government’s focus on public welfare and transformative changes. Reflecting on India’s resilience, he said, “When the British left India, many predicted disintegration. During the Emergency, it was assumed that democracy would be permanently suppressed. Yet, the citizens of India stood up and defended democracy.” He also referred to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, stating, “When the pandemic hit, the world doubted India’s ability to cope. Yet, the resilience of Indian citizens proved them wrong, and we extended help to other nations by supplying vaccines.”

PM Modi stressed that his government has steered clear of vote-bank politics, focussing instead on inclusive and sustainable development. “Our mantra is ‘progress of the people, progress by the people, progress for the people.’ Our aim is to build a new India — a Viksit Bharat,” he affirmed. Highlighting reforms, the Prime Minister said, “In the past decade, India has reignited a risk-taking culture among its citizens. Aspirations have become the cornerstone of our policies.” Discussing India’s economic growth, he highlighted the government’s approach of “Spend Big For The People, Save Big For The People.” “This approach directs investments toward generating employment while ensuring development projects restore dignity to citizens,” he explained.

“Our government has provided a unique combination of employment through investment and dignity through development,” he added. PM Modi noted that today, India is a land of aspirations, with citizens driving progress. “The transformations over the past 10 years reflect a confident, ambitious, and progressive nation,” he remarked. Reiterating his vision for a developed India, the Prime Minister stressed the collective responsibility of every citizen. “This is India’s century, and we will achieve our dream of a Viksit Bharat,” he concluded.

–IANS

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