Tag: BJP
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The Rise of Islamophobia in India’s Election Campaign
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been accused of employing increasingly divisive and Islamophobic rhetoric during his election campaign, raising concerns about potential violence against the Muslim minority. In recent rallies, Modi has labeled Muslims as “infiltrators,” accused them of having “too many children,” and alleged that the opposition Indian National Congress party is plotting…
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Financial Strain on India’s Congress Party Ahead of Elections
India’s main opposition party, the Congress, faced a significant financial blow as it was asked to pay an additional 18.2 billion rupees ($218 million) in taxes by the Income Tax Department. This move, labeled as “tax terrorism” by Congress treasurer Ajay Maken, was perceived as an attempt to weaken the party financially just weeks before…
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Controversy Surrounds Arrest Over Chanting
The arrest of a worker affiliated with India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for allegedly chanting “Pakistan Zindabad” during a 2022 protest has sparked controversy and accusations of political vendetta. Danayakapura Ravi, 34, was apprehended in Karnataka on March 4 following a complaint by a Congress worker regarding the incident that took place during a…
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India’s Wheat Price Stabilization Challenge
Amidst surging wheat prices, Indian officials are actively considering a range of measures to stabilize the domestic wheat market and alleviate concerns about rising costs. The prices recently reached a six-month high, prompting a series of discussions on how to manage the situation. This development has not only caught the attention of global markets but…