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Manoj C.G
Manoj C G is Chief of National Political Bureau. He has been covering or writing on politics for nearly two decades. He has worked with the PTI before joining The Indian Express in 2008. He tweets @manojcg4u
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Alok Verma case: Mallikarjun Kharge dissents, seeks probe into events of October 23 nightSubscriber Only
January 11, 2019 04:35 IST
Kharge’s note states: “Having examined the contents of the CVC report, it is my considered opinion that Alok Verma be allowed to explain himself before this Committee, along with the charges made against him, prior to any decision being taken.”
Fri, Jan 11, 2019
Fired, ceremoniously: PM-led selection panel votes 2-1 to remove Alok Verma from CBI Director postSubscriber Only
January 11, 2019 04:30 IST
Two days ago, when it set aside the October 23, 2018 orders of the CVC and the government divesting Verma of his powers and functions pending inquiry, the Chief Justice of India-led bench had made it clear that the issue of his divestment was “still open”.
Fri, Jan 11, 2019
10% quota for general category poor clears Parliament, set to be lawSubscriber Only
January 10, 2019 04:30 IST
PM calls it victory for social justice, Law Minister says first of many sixes in slog overs; Opp claims polls forced Govt
Thu, Jan 10, 2019
Opposition parties back quota Bill in Rajya Sabha, but question govt’s timingSubscriber Only
January 10, 2019 03:05 IST
Cutting across party lines, Opposition leaders asked whether the Bill would stand judicial scrutiny as the Supreme Court had struck down P V Narasimha Rao’s forward quota move in 1992.
Thu, Jan 10, 2019
After growing in Odisha, BJP has dropped the ball, says Jay PandaSubscriber Only
January 08, 2019 03:47 IST
Panda also says that there is confusion in the BJP after Prime Minister Narendra Modi went soft on Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik during his recent visit to the state.
Tue, Jan 08, 2019
Citing health, Ajay Maken resigns as Delhi Congress presidentSubscriber Only
January 04, 2019 08:54 IST
While a debilitating back pain has been cited as one of the reasons for Maken’s exit, sources said the constant talk among central leaders about the need to have an alliance with the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi could have played a part.
Sat, Jan 05, 2019
Centre ready for elections in J&K along with Lok Sabha if EC wants: Rajnath SinghSubscriber Only
January 04, 2019 04:30 IST
His statement came after a two-hour debate in Rajya Sabha — it was on a resolution to approve the December 19 proclamation imposing President’s rule — which saw Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley crossing swords, each accusing the other’s party of “alienating” the people of the state.
Fri, Jan 04, 2019
‘There may be many other tapes’: Rahul Gandhi challenges PM Modi to ‘one-on-one’ debate on Rafale dealSubscriber Only
January 03, 2019 02:11 IST
Rahul said the names of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Anil Ambani would come up the “moment there is a JPC (probe).” He said if the Congress is voted to power, it would order a probe into the Rafale deal.
Thu, Jan 03, 2019
‘The Accidental Prime Minister’: Congress takes cautious line, says movie is political propagandaSubscriber Only
December 29, 2018 02:39 IST
Sources said the party’s top leadership has taken a view that the ‘The Accidental Prime Minister’ is a BJP propaganda and should be ignored. The former Prime Minister too refused to react to the contents of the movie.
Sat, Dec 29, 2018
Uttar Pradesh wants everyone to come together to defeat BJP: CongressSubscriber Only
December 28, 2018 03:36 IST
UP Congress president Raj Babbar also played down Akhilesh’s unhappiness with the Congress for not making his party’s lone MLA in Madhya Pradesh a minister, saying people hold grudges against their dear ones and not against strangers.
Fri, Dec 28, 2018
Triple talaq: Opposition plan mapped before debate; Flag concerns, walk outSubscriber Only
December 28, 2018 02:11 IST
On Thursday, sources privy to discussions said the leaders were clear that the Opposition should not be seen as divided — or tepid.
Fri, Dec 28, 2018
Akhilesh warning signal, Congress waits and watchesSubscriber Only
December 27, 2018 04:58 IST
The fact, however, remains that SP and BSP have been keeping the Congress guessing, charting a separate course in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh and staying away from a recent Opposition meeting.
Thu, Dec 27, 2018
PMO to Secretary Garg: We red-flagged IL&FS, probe directors’ roleSubscriber Only
December 22, 2018 06:05 IST
According to sources, Garg asked his office to convene a meeting with the chairpersons of SBI, LIC and Central Bank soon after. While LIC owns 25.34 per cent in IL&FS, Central Bank of India and SBI hold 7.67 per cent and 6.42 per cent, respectively.
Sat, Dec 22, 2018
Kushwaha crosses over to UPA, BJP leaders rush to calm PaswanSubscriber Only
December 21, 2018 04:45 IST
As Kushwaha joined the Congress-RJD-led “mahagathbandhan” at the AICC headquarters in the presence of Congress’s Ahmed Patel, RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav, Sharad Yadav and Jitan Ram Manjhi, top leaders of the BJP held talks with Union minister Paswan and his son Chirag Paswan.
Fri, Dec 21, 2018
Congress on Sajjan Kumar verdict: Respect court order, law taking its courseSubscriber Only
December 18, 2018 05:23 IST
On Monday, the Congress said that Sajjan Kumar was not given a party ticket and does not hold any office whereas those accused of riots have been given positions in Gujarat.
Tue, Dec 18, 2018
Congress comeback: Rahul Gandhi to grapple with young-vs-old debateSubscriber Only
December 16, 2018 00:10 IST
With the 2019 elections looming, Rahul Gandhi will have to reconcile a restless youth leadership and an old guard unwilling to cede space.
Sun, Dec 16, 2018
Madhya Pradesh gets Kamal Nath, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh waitSubscriber Only
December 14, 2018 04:58 IST
Around 11 pm, Congress president Rahul Gandhi was still holding talks — for the second time in the day — with Rajasthan veteran Ashok Gehlot and state unit president Sachin Pilot.
Fri, Dec 14, 2018
Kamal Nath tipped for Bhopal, Rahul Gandhi seeks views of MLAs for Jaipur and RaipurSubscriber Only
December 13, 2018 05:27 IST
The state units of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan opted for the Congress standard operating procedure, authorising the party president to nominate the legislature party leader who will take over as Chief Minister.
Thu, Dec 13, 2018
Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh: The Congress CM choices — for and againstSubscriber Only
December 13, 2018 00:53 IST
The Indian Express looks at the key contenders for the post of CM in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, and what could work to the advantage or disadvantage of each.
Thu, Dec 13, 2018
Congress brings BJP 3 notches downSubscriber Only
December 12, 2018 05:15 IST
In the evening, Congress president Rahul Gandhi declared victory in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, giving the credit to “party workers, farmers, youth and small businesses”.
Wed, Dec 12, 2018
‘What Modi charisma, Congress won 4 of 5 seats where he campaigned,’ says Sachin PilotSubscriber Only
December 12, 2018 03:41 IST
Rajasthan Congress chief SACHIN PILOT feels the results of the Assembly elections will have a bearing on the 2019 elections.
Wed, Dec 12, 2018
SP, BSP miss Opposition meetingSubscriber Only
December 11, 2018 05:34 IST
The absence of the SP and BSP, the main players in Uttar Pradesh and part of such groupings in the past, was a dampener at the Opposition meeting Monday
Tue, Dec 11, 2018
Fear spreading, assault on institutions continues: Opposition’s chorusSubscriber Only
December 11, 2018 05:21 IST
From Rahul Gandhi to Mamata Banerjee, Chandrababu Naidu to Sitaram Yechury, the chorus at the meeting, attended by 21 parties including AAP, was that the central government was assaulting and undermining India’s institutions.
Tue, Dec 11, 2018
Could see stress, pressure on Urjit Patel when he came before House panel, says Veerappa MoilySubscriber Only
December 11, 2018 04:29 IST
Moily hit out at the government saying it wanted to interfere with the monetary policy and the financial management.
Tue, Dec 11, 2018
Exit polls predict gains for Congress, split on who takes which stateSubscriber Only
December 08, 2018 05:01 IST
Elections 2018 Exit Poll for Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Mizoram, Telangana: If these forecasts hold true, the Congress which has been losing state after state since the 2014 elections will get a booster shot in the run-up to the 2019 elections.
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