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TopicBJP in Rajasthan

Topic: BJP in Rajasthan

Why BJP swept Madhya Pradesh but suffered a setback in neighbouring Rajasthan

4-phase voting, extending tenure of state chief helped in MP. In Rajasthan, inexperienced CM, replacement of state chief & sidelining of senior leaders worked against BJP, say leaders.

As BJP attempts Rajasthan sweep, a family that was in its fold for 3 decades poses challenge

In revolt over being denied a ticket, two-time MP Rahul Kaswan has switched over to the Congress to contest the election, breaking his family’s long association with the BJP.

BJP faces dissent over choice of candidates in ‘100 seats’. Workers distribute pamphlets, some jump ship

In Gujarat, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar & Karnataka, discontent is brewing in BJP over ticket distribution. Party has announced candidates for 407 LS seats & dropped 103 sitting MPs so far.

Rajasthan CM on transfer spree — several officers moved within 2-3 months, 1 within just 10 days

BJP calls transfers ‘routine process’ but some feel CM is 'under pressure' to perform, build his team. CMO has asked for list of all transfers in past 3 months to apprise PMO, it is learnt.

Not just ‘period pain’ — endometriosis a women’s health issue that must be prioritised, says study

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Among 22 new ministers in Rajasthan govt, 6 Raje loyalists & BJP nominee for delayed Karanpur poll

17 new faces in Bhajanlal's council of ministers, including former MPs Rajyavardhan Rathore and Kirodi Lal Meena. Baba Balaknath, who was said to be CM contender, conspicuously missing.

Village sarpanch to 1st-time MLA — Bhajanlal Sharma takes oath as Rajasthan chief minister

Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa sworn in as state’s deputy chief ministers.

Suspense over Rajasthan CM likely to end after BJP legislature party meeting at 4pm Tuesday

The meeting will take place at the party’s state headquarters in the presence of BJP central observer Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and two co-observers.

Ex-CM Vasundhara Raje scores 4th win in Rajasthan’s Jhalrapatan, defeats Congress rival by 53,000 votes

Ex-CM Vasundhara Raje scores 4th consecutive win in Rajasthan's Jhalrapatan, defeats Congress rival by 53,000 votes

Red diary issue & Mahadev betting case BJP’s ‘conspiracy’ to win Rajasthan & Chhattisgarh, says Gehlot

Speaking to the media, Rajasthan CM Gehlot also slammed Modi’s remarks on late Congress leader Rajesh Pilot, and accused the BJP of 'provoking' the Gurjar community in the state.

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Critical minerals are the new oil. India can’t afford to depend on China

Mineral security is no longer just an economic concern but a national security imperative, underpinning the country’s ambitions in clean energy, defence self-reliance, and advanced manufacturing.

India-US set to ink mini trade deal soon, reach understanding on agricultural & dairy products

Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.

Not just AK-203, India & Russia to jointly manufacture AK-19 and PPK-20 for domestic use and export 

India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.

Joys of Trumplomacy: India & the world are learning US President’s 99 moods and 1 goal

Public, loud, upfront, filled with impropriety and high praise sometimes laced with insults. This is what we call Trumplomacy. But the larger objective is the same: American supremacy.