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PM Modi hits back as Congress demands Amit Shah’s resignation over Ambedkar fashion remark

PM Modi detailed how the Congress allegedly indulged in every possible dirty trick to obliterate the legacy of Dr Ambedkar and humiliate the SC/STs.

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PM Modi hits back as Congress demands Amit Shah’s resignation over Ambedkar fashion remark

PM Narendra Modi today accused the Congress and its rotten ecosystem of insulting BR Ambedkar for several years as he listed the party’s several sins towards the architect of the Indian Constitution. His statement on the Congress came as the party sought the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah over his remarks on Ambedkar in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi detailed how the Congress allegedly indulged in every possible dirty trick to obliterate the legacy of Dr Ambedkar and humiliate the SC/STs. He added that Ambedkar was known for championing the rights of SCs/STs.

He mentioned that if the Congress and its rotten ecosystem think their malicious lies can hide their misdeeds of several years, especially their insult towards Dr. Ambedkar, they are gravely mistaken.

Furthermore, listing the Congress’s sins towards Ambedkar, the Prime Minister said not only did the party deny him a Bharat Ratna, but also defeated him twice in elections.

He underlined that the list of sins includes getting BR Ambedkar defeated in elections not once but twice. Pandit Nehru campaigning against him and making his loss a prestige issue,  denying him a Bharat Ratna, denying his portrait a place of pride in Parliament’s Central Hall, he listed.

He stated that in the 1952 Lok Sabha polls, Dr Ambedkar lost to Congress candidate Narayan Sadoba Kajrolkar in Bombay (North). He faced defeat again in the 1954 by-election in Bhandara to Congress’s Bhaurao Borkar.

Narendra Modi also said that the worst massacres against SC/ST communities happened under the Congress. He added that for years, the Congress sat in power but did nothing substantive to empower the SC and ST communities.

The Prime Minister further highlighted several initiatives taken by the BJP government to fulfil the vision of Dr Ambedkar over the last decade such as removing 25 crore people from poverty, and strengthening the SC/ST Act.

Also, defending Amit Shah’s remarks in the Rajya Sabha during the Constitution debate, PM Modi said the Congress was doing theatrics after being stung and stunned by the Home Minister’s address. He asserted that Amit Shah exposed the Congress’s dark history of insulting Dr. Ambedkar. He claimed that the Congress are clearly stung and stunned by the facts the Home Minister presented, which is why they are now indulging in theatrics.

The tussle between BJP and Congress regarding BR Ambedkar began after Amit Shah said that it has become a fashion for Congress to take Ambedkar’s name.  The Home Minister said that if the Congress had taken God’s name so many times, they would have got a place in heaven.

Accusing Amit Shah of insulting Ambedkar, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge sought his resignation and a public apology. Furthermore, Congress and opposition MPs, including Rahul Gandhi also staged a protest in Parliament premises holding photos of Ambedkar.

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Nawaz Sharif urges Shehbaz Sharif to pursue diplomacy over aggression against India

Nawaz Sharif has advised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to avoid aggression and focus on diplomacy following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.

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In a significant development amidst escalating regional tensions, former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has urged his younger brother and current Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, to adopt a diplomatic approach rather than an aggressive stance towards India.

During a meeting in Lahore on Sunday evening, Shehbaz Sharif briefed Nawaz Sharif about the government’s recent actions against India, following India’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after the Pahalgam attack. The Pakistani government, in response, had closed its airspace for India and reportedly stepped up its readiness to counter any hostile moves.

Sources indicate that Shehbaz Sharif expressed concerns about India’s suspension of the water-sharing agreement, warning that it could escalate tensions dangerously in the region. He emphasized Pakistan’s preparedness to respond strongly if necessary.

However, Nawaz Sharif, founder of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), advised a more measured path. He recommended using all diplomatic avenues to de-escalate tensions and restore peace with India. Nawaz Sharif stressed the importance of avoiding any aggressive actions that could worsen the situation.

In a related move, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has suggested the formation of an international commission comprising representatives from countries like the United States, Russia, China, and Britain to investigate the Pahalgam attack, seeking broader international involvement in addressing the conflict.

The ongoing situation between India and Pakistan remains delicate, with calls from within Pakistan’s leadership for calm and dialogue to prevent further deterioration.

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Asaduddin Owaisi criticises Bilawal Bhutto’s remarks amid Indus Waters Treaty row

Asaduddin Owaisi hits out at Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for his provocative “blood will flow” remark after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, highlighting the tragic consequences of terrorism.

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AIMIM leader and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has strongly rebuked Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari over his controversial statement following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Owaisi reminded Bhutto of the tragic assassinations of his mother, former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, and grandfather, former President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.

Bilawal Bhutto, who was Pakistan’s Foreign Minister till 2023 and remains an influential figure in the ruling coalition, had issued a provocative warning after India’s decision, reportedly saying, “The Indus is ours and will remain ours – either our water will flow through it, or their blood.”

Responding to these remarks, Owaisi said Bhutto should reconsider his words, recalling how terrorism claimed the lives of his mother and grandfather. “Forget about such childish talk. His mother was killed by terrorists. He should not speak in this manner,” Owaisi said, stressing that terrorism must be condemned universally and not selectively.

Owaisi also criticised Pakistan’s leadership for threatening India with nuclear weapons, highlighting the brutality of recent terror attacks. “If you enter a country and kill innocents, no nation will remain silent,” he said. He compared extremist elements to the Khawarij and ISIS sympathisers, known for their radical ideologies.

The assassination of Benazir Bhutto in Rawalpindi in December 2007 has long been linked to extremist groups, though the case remains unresolved.

Bilawal Bhutto’s comments have sparked wide condemnation across India’s political spectrum. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri suggested that Bhutto should undergo a mental health evaluation, while Congress MP Shashi Tharoor labelled the remarks “inflammatory.” Tharoor warned that any aggression from Pakistan would be met with an appropriate response, asserting, “If blood is going to flow, it will possibly flow more on their side than ours.”

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India inks Rs 63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-M jets to strengthen naval fleet

India has signed a ₹63,000 crore deal with France to acquire 26 Rafale M fighter jets, strengthening the Navy’s capabilities aboard INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya.

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India has finalized a major ₹63,000 crore agreement with France for the acquisition of 26 Rafale M fighter jets, enhancing its maritime strength significantly. This government-to-government deal, signed on Monday, includes 22 single-seater and four twin-seater trainer variants, with delivery expected by 2031.

The deal not only covers the procurement of the jets but also includes comprehensive fleet maintenance, logistical support, and training for Navy personnel. In a notable boost to the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, indigenous manufacturing of several components will be undertaken under offset obligations.

The Rafale M, currently operated only by the French Navy, is renowned for its superior capabilities among naval fighter jets globally. It features Safran Group’s reinforced landing gear, folding wings, and a robust undercarriage designed to endure the tough conditions of carrier-based operations.

The Indian Navy plans to deploy these new Rafale-M fighters aboard its aircraft carriers, INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya, replacing the ageing fleet of MiG-29K aircraft. This move is expected to significantly bolster India’s maritime defense capabilities, especially amid rising security challenges in the Indian Ocean region.

In December, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi emphasized a strategic shift to “negate” any infringement in India’s operational areas, highlighting the preparedness to counter threats from neighboring regions.

India’s Air Force, which already operates 36 Rafale ‘C’ variant jets from northern bases, will also benefit indirectly through upgrades to systems like the ‘buddy-buddy’ aerial refueling capability, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne for extended missions.

Looking ahead, the Navy is also progressing toward the induction of indigenous fifth-generation, twin-engine deck-based fighters, being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). These fighters will complement the Air Force’s upcoming Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), further strengthening India’s air and maritime security architecture.

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