Bhartruhari Mahtab, born in 1957 in Odisha, is a seven-time MP and the new pro-tem Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. Son of Odisha's first CM, he's a politician, writer, and social contributor. Mahtab won the Cuttack seat six times with BJD before joining BJP in 2024. He won again on a BJP ticket. Mahtab has received the Outstanding Parliamentarian and Sansad Ratna awards. His appointment as pro-tem Speaker has sparked controversy due to his recent party switch.
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Days after the Odisha assembly election results, outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik clarified that BJD leader VK Pandian, despite his long association as Patnaik's private secretary and subsequent entry into politics, is not his chosen successor. Patnaik emphasised that the people of Odisha will ultimately decide on his successor. Patnaik acknowledged Pandian's contributions in various sectors but reiterated that Pandian had not held any official party position.
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Harish Dwivedi has been appointed in charge of Assam, MP Atul Garg for Chandigarh, Arvind Menon for Lakshadweep, and Radha Mohan Das Aggarwal for Rajasthan. DNA
Taking part in the discussion on the union budget, Abhishek Banerjee claimed that BJP-led NDA government is "on borrowed time" and "it is creaky, shaky.. DNA
BJP leaders lauded the Union Budget saying that significant provisions have been announced for the development of india specially for the backward people. Speaking to media in the Parliament House complex after the Budget, leaders said, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh have been well taken care of in the Budget 2024-2025. BJP MP from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, Kangana Ranaut says "Relief fund has been promised for Himachal Pradesh. We are very happy with the budget...
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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has voiced strong criticism of the Union Budget 2024-25, calling it disappointing and accusing the BJP government of catering to just two people while neglecting broader public needs. Kharge points out unmet expectations for MSP on crops, subsidies on pesticides, and a lack of focus on railway safety despite numerous accidents. He also claims the budget is more about saving the government’s position rather than addressing key issues. Watch to hear Kharge’s full statement and analysis of the budget's shortcomings.
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Notably, after the Lok Sabha polls in which the BJP fell short of a majority, becoming heavily dependent on allies, the JD (U) held a national executive meeting.. DNA