Jagdeep Dhankhar
Vice President of India from 2022 to 2025
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Jagdeep Dhankhar is an Indian politician and lawyer who served as the vice president of India from 2022 to 2025. He previously served as the Governor of West Bengal from 2019 to 2022. He also served as a Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs in the Chandra Shekhar ministry from 1990 to 1991, and served as a member of Lok Sabha from 1989 to 1991. Between 1993 and 1998, he was a Member of Rajasthan's Legislative Assembly. He has been affiliated with multiple political parties in India, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Indian National Congress (INC), and the Janata Dal (JD).
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Jagdeep Dhankhar applies for pension, claims MLA benefits in Rajasthan - why it was stopped in 2019Jagdeep Dhankhar, after resigning as Vice President citing health issues, has applied to resume his pension as a former legislator in Rajasthan. He previously received this pension until becoming the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shah: Dhankhar quit due to health issues, no truth in opposition's claimsIndiaTimes - Published | |
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar under house arrest? HM Amit Shah says...Jagdeep Dhankhar had resigned as Vice President last month citing health reasons, but there has been widespread speculation that the exit was the result of a rift between him and the ruling Bharatiya..DNA - Published | |
Jagdeep Dhankharâs resignation: Is ex-VP under 'house arrest'? Amit Shah respondsUnion Home Minister Amit Shah addressed several key issues, stating that Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation was due to health reasons, dismissing political speculation. Shah defended the proposed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Shouldnât make a fuss': Amit Shah speaks at length on Constitution Amendment Bill, ex-VP Jagdeep Dhankhar and Rahul Gandhi â Top quotesUnion Home Minister Amit Shah defended the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill, dismissing speculation around Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation due to health reasons. Shah expressed confidence that..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Life after resignation: Where is Jagdeep Dhankhar? Playing table tennis, practicing yogaAmidst opposition's inquiries about Jagdeep Dhankhar's whereabouts post-resignation, sources reveal he's engaged in yoga and table tennis. His abrupt departure, citing health reasons, has fueled..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Vice presidential poll: Nitish Kumar's JD(U) backs NDA's candidate; extends wishes to CP RadhakrishnanJanata Dal (United) president Nitish Kumar has pledged his party's support to NDA's vice-presidential candidate, CP Radhakrishnan. The BJP nominated Radhakrishnan, currently the Governor of..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Who is CP Radhakrishnan? Maharashtra Governor picked as NDA's Vice Presidential candidateThe decision was taken at a meeting of the BJP Parliamentary Board, which was attended by top party leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The announcement..DNA - Published | |
Vice-President polls: NDA announces candidate, picks Maharashtra governor CP RadhakrishnanThe BJP has announced Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as the NDA's candidate for the Vice-President election, scheduled for September 9. This decision was finalized during a BJP Parliamentary..IndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP Parliamentary Board Meets Today to finalise NDAâs Vice-Presidential CandidateThe BJP Parliamentary Board will convene on Sunday to finalize the NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate, following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. Prime Minister Modi and key leaders will decide, with RSS..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'World has seen murder of democracy in India': Uddhav Thackeray on detention of opposition MPs over 'vote theft' protest; says govt interference in agitation now evidentUddhav Thackeray criticised the central government regarding the detention of opposition MPs during a march. He alleged the government is crushing democracy. Thackeray questioned the disappearance of..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Where is Jagdeep Dhankhar? Sanjay Raut writes to Amit Shah; asks 'what happened to VP?'Amidst growing concerns, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut has urged Home Minister Amit Shah to disclose the whereabouts and health status of former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned unexpectedly in..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Kapil Sibal: Where is Dhankhar, should we file habeas corpus?Kapil Sibal, former minister, has raised concerns about the sudden disappearance of ex-Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar from public view since his resignation. Sibal expressed that he has been unable to..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Heard of Laapataa Ladies not of laapataa VP': Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Jagdeep Dhankhar's whereabouts; demands answers from Amit ShahRajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has voiced concerns over the whereabouts of former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, noting his absence from public view since his resignation on July 22, citing health..IndiaTimes - Published |
VP elections: PM Modi, BJP chief JP Nadda to pick candidate; NDA leaders hold key huddleFollowing Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation, the NDA convened a crucial strategy meeting on Wednesday to deliberate on the upcoming Vice-Presidential election. Authorizing Prime Minister Modi and BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | Parliament logjam over SIR: Congress says discussion on 'votebandi' non-negotiable; asks why ignore Dhankar's 2023 ruling?"Yesterday, the deputy chairman gave a ruling that because the Lok Sabha Speaker had said so on December 14, 1988, any matter concerning the Election Commission cannot be discussed in Parliament. But..IndiaTimes - Published |
Jagdeep Dhankar forced out by government as he decided to go by book: Mallikarjun KhargeCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge claimed Jagdeep Dhankhar was forced to resign as Vice-President after he started acting independently and allowed a notice for the removal of Justice Varma. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published | Who will succeed Jagdeep Dhankhar? Vice presidential election on September 9; all you need to knowThe Election Commission of India has declared that the election for the Vice President of India is scheduled for September 9, 2025. As per the ECI's released schedule, the deadline for submitting..IndiaTimes - Published |
After Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation, Vice Presidential election scheduled for...After former Vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns, the elections for the appointment of next Vice President of India are scheduled for September 9.DNA - Published | Election Commission finalises electoral college list ahead of upcoming vice-presidential electionThe Election Commission is moving closer to announcing the schedule for the vice-presidential election. It has finalised the electoral college list. The list includes elected members of Lok Sabha and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Vice president election: EC finalises electoral college; poll necessitated after Jagdeep Dhankar's resignationThe Election Commission has completed the electoral college list for the upcoming Vice Presidential election in 2025. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation from the Vice President post. The list..IndiaTimes - Published | Varma row: Ignoring RS notice illegal, says Congress; 'petty mindset'Congress has criticized BJP's decision to prioritize the Lok Sabha notice regarding Justice Yashwant Varma over the Rajya Sabha notice, alleging it stems from insecurity and a desire to control the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Only Dhankhar, PM Modi know real reason behind VPâs exit: Mallikarjun KhargeCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated he lacks information regarding Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President, suggesting it's a matter between Dhankhar and Prime Minister Modi. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published | Opposition motion in RS to oust Justice Varma was submitted, not admittedThe Lok Sabha is set to consider an all-party motion to remove Justice Yashwant Varma of Allahabad HC due to a cash-in-house controversy. A similar motion in the Rajya Sabha, initially accepted by..IndiaTimes - Published |
It's 'business-as-usual' for parties, Dhankhar now marooned in a political no man's landJagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation as Vice President, ostensibly due to health reasons, has been met with muted reactions from both the government and opposition. Dhankhar's acceptance of an..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Secular' and 'socialist' will remain in Preamble: GovernmentThe government has clarified that it has no intention to remove "socialist" and "secular" from the Constitution's preamble, despite ongoing debates. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal stated that no formal..IndiaTimes - Published |
Parliament monsoon session: Discussion on Dhankharâs resignation rejected; House dismisses over two dozen adjournment noticesThe Monsoon Session of Parliament is facing disruption as the Opposition protests the rejection of adjournment notices, particularly regarding the sudden resignation of former Vice President Jagdeep..IndiaTimes - Published | Dhankhar resigns: Has the VP been asked to vacate his residence immediately? Govt clarifiesFollowing Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice President, the government refuted claims that he was compelled to immediately vacate his official residence. Opposition parties are..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP to use oppn's own words to foil attack over Dhankhar exitAs the opposition seemingly prepares to leverage Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation against the government, the ruling party is poised to counter with reminders of the opposition's past..IndiaTimes - Published | DNA Verified: Jagdeep Dhankhar asked to vacate his official residence immediately? Know the truth behind viral claimJagdeep Dhankhar surprised everyone by stepping down as vice president on Monday night, citing health reasons.DNA - Published |
Dhankhars pack up, set to vacate Vice-President Enclave; to be allotted bungalow in Lutyens' DelhiJust fifteen months after moving into the newly constructed Vice President's Enclave, Jagdeep Dhankhar is preparing to relocate. His resignation, tendered due to health concerns, has triggered the..IndiaTimes - Published | '100 khoon maaf karne ke liye': CM Revanth Reddy bats for Vice-President from Telangana; cites OBC neglect by NDATelangana's chief minister, Revanth Reddy, has urged for a leader from Telangana to be chosen as the next Vice President, following Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation. He strongly advocated for..IndiaTimes - Published |
Dhankhar's successor: EC begins preparations to hold vice presidential pollThe Election Commission has initiated the process for the vice presidential election following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The electoral college, comprising members of both Houses of Parliament, is..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Threatened with impeachment': TMC says Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned under NDA government pressure; claims Rajnath Singh to be next VPIndiaTimes - Published |
Dhankar resignation: EC initiates process of electing next vice-president - what we know"On completion of the preparatory activities, the announcement of the election schedule to the office of the Vice President of India will follow as soon as possible," the EC said in a statement.IndiaTimes - Published | What happened on Monday in Rajya Sabha: Blow-by-blow account of the day when Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar quitIn the resignation letter sent to President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar cited health as the reason for his decision. However, it raised more questions. As his secretariate at 4.30..DNA - Published |
Kharge sums up oppn mood: It is 'neither happy, nor sad'Rajya Sabha proceedings were disrupted by opposition protests following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President. MPs expressed bafflement, while Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge stated the..IndiaTimes - Published | Was Varma notice in Rajya Sabha just submitted or was it admitted?A controversy erupted following Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar's acknowledgment of the opposition's motion to remove Allahabad HC Justice Yashwant Varma. The central issue revolves around..IndiaTimes - Published |
Dhankhar's move to examine oppn's notice raised suspicionsJagdeep Dhankhar abruptly resigned as Vice-President. This followed tension and disagreement over his decisions. PM Modi's terse message hinted at the discord. Dhankhar's move regarding Justice Varma's..IndiaTimes - Published | Politics at play? Jagdeep Dhankhar's 'shock' exit as VP turns critics into 'well-wishers'; Congress seeks answersJagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice-President due to health reasons has triggered a surprising shift in political dynamics. While NDA leaders remained largely silent, opposition parties,..IndiaTimes - Published |
From 'no trust' to 'kisanputra': Jagdeep Dhankhar's exit leaves opposition puzzled - and praisingJagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the Vice President post. This action surprised many opposition MPs. They had previously clashed with him. Some leaders are now requesting him to reconsider. Mallikarjun..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Kisanputra denied farewell': Congress questions Jagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation, slams PM Modi's 'non-post'The Congress party is questioning Jagdeep Dhankhar's abrupt resignation as Vice President, suggesting the reasons are more complex than health concerns. They criticized PM Modi's brief response and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Resignation row: CM Mamata Banerjee casts doubt on VP Jagdeep Dhankharâs health reason for departure; says âheâs a healthy manâWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed doubt over VP Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation citing his good health, fueling political speculation. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh suggested deeper reasons, possibly..IndiaTimes - Published | Will Nitish Kumar replace Jagdeep Dhankhar? BJP may pull him out to beat anti-incumbency in Bihar polls as...Who will replace outgoing Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar? Will it be Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar or incumbent Rajya Sabha Deputy Speaker Harivansh? Or will it be someone else? These questions..DNA - Published |
Vice President election after Jagdeep Dhankhar's exit: How numbers stack up in Parliament? Who has the numbers?India is set for a Vice Presidential election following Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation. The election, mandated to occur swiftly, will determine Dhankhar's successor, who will serve a full..IndiaTimes - Published | Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation: What happened between 1pm and 4:30pm? Ex-VP's sudden exit fuels speculations about 'other' reasonsJagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice President, citing health reasons, has triggered speculation, especially given his active morning and the timing during the Monsoon Session. Opposition..IndiaTimes - Published |
How did Jagdeep Dhankhar become most controversial vice president? About Sonia, Rahul, SC, RSS, he said...Jagdeep Dhankhar may be remembered as the most controversial Vice President for his unsavoury comments on the opposition members. He has been accused of siding with the ruling party, the BJP, and the..DNA - Published | Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns as Vice President: Know how much pension, what facilities will he get? Who will handle his duties now?Dhankhar's resignation has raised questions about his pension, future benefits, and who will now take over his responsibilities.DNA - Published |
President accepts Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President, confirms Rajya Sabha chairDeputy Rajya Sabha Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh was seen chairing the proceedings after Dhankhar's resignation.DNA - Published | Dhankhar's sudden resignation: Did Nadda, Rijiju skipping BAC meeting sour ties? What BJP chief saidJP Nadda refuted opposition claims linking senior ministers' absence from a Rajya Sabha meeting to Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. Nadda confirmed his and Kiren Rijiju's prior..IndiaTimes - Published |
