Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 13 denounced the accusation of being 'hand in gloves' with crony capitalists and said that government's cronies are the common 'janta' of this country.
Finance Minister was replying to the Budget discussion in the lower house of the Parliament.
"Where are the cronies?
They are hiding probably in the shadow of that party which has been rejected by the people.
The shadows who were invited to even develop a port.
They invited, no open tenders, no global tenders.
Who are our cronies?
Our cronies are the common 'janta' of this country," said Finance Minister in Lok Sabha.
Congress and leaders like Kapil Sibal and Jairam Ramesh condemn Nirmala Sitharaman's proposal to reintroduce electoral bonds, emphasizing concerns over.. IndiaTimes
Discover why Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has opted out of contesting Lok Sabha elections, citing financial constraints and concerns over winnability criteria. Get the full story behind her decision and its implications.
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In a daring move, PM Modi sets a monumental target for BJP: surpassing 400 seats in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections. With eyes set on breaching 370 seats independently, the NDA alliance aims even higher. The journey begins with meticulous candidate selection, with a list of 100 Lok Sabha contenders already curated after a late-night session led by PM Modi. This roster prioritizes prominent figures like Modi, Shah, and Singh, alongside potential surprises like Bhupender Yadav and Nirmala Sitharaman.
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Join us as Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman surprises commuters on a Mumbai local train, engaging in conversations and posing for selfies along the way. Witness the unexpected encounter and the excitement it brings to the passengers aboard the lifeline of Mumbai's transportation network.
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The government's controversial Rwanda Bill has passed through Parliament after months of back and forth between MPs and peers.
It comes as three men, a child and a woman reportedly died attempting to cross the English Channel from France in a small boat. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Join us as we delve into the efforts of Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) to seek official recognition of the '1984 Sikh Genocide' in the Canadian parliament. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh passionately advocates for acknowledging this tragic chapter in history and condemns the government responsible for the atrocities. Learn more about the political campaign and its implications for international relations.
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Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the prime minister doesn't believe in the 'extortionate' Rwanda Bill that finally passed Parliament after months of back and forth between MPs and peers. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The government's controversial Rwanda Bill has finally been passed in Parliament after months of back and forth between the House of Commons and House of Lords.
It will now head for Royal Assent before becoming law. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The first flight carrying asylum seekers to Rwanda will leave in 10-12 weeks, Rishi Sunak said as he promised that “no ifs, no buts” the scheme would be put into operation.
The Prime Minister said “enough is enough” as he said MPs and peers would sit through the night if necessary to get the Safety of Rwanda Bill through Parliament.
Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A candidate from outside the region will enter the Lok Sabha race in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. Baldev.. IndiaTimes
Baghpat's Political Battleground: Regional Forces Clash in High-Stakes Triangular Contest. Baghpat Lok Sabha Constituency is a significant political region in Uttar Pradesh. Baghpat is one of the 80 Lok Sabha constituencies in Uttar Pradesh and voting will take place in the second phase on April 26.
In Baghpat Lok Sabha constituency, a three-way contest is shaping up between RLD's Raj Kumar Sagwan, SP's Amarpal Sharma and BSP's Praveen Bansal. The constituency, comprising Siwalkhas, Chhaprauli, Baraut, Baghpat, and Modi Nagar Assembly segments, witnesses a clash of regional parties vying for electoral supremacy.
Sagwan is known for his connect with grassroots politics and was involved in student and farmer politics. He was associated with several agitations. He claims to have joined politics after being “inspired by Chaudhary Charan Singh”. Oneindia's Pankaj Mishra sits down with the lawyers at the Baghpat District And Sessions court and brings this report.
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Betul, Madhya Pradesh, witnesses intense Lok Sabha battles between BJP and INC candidates over the years, reflecting dynamic political landscapes. The.. IndiaTimes
Hoshangabad sees intense political contests over the years, with Uday Pratap Singh's consistent victories shaping Madhya Pradesh's political landscape in Lok.. IndiaTimes
FM Nirmala Sitharaman hit back at Congress’ Rahul Gandhi over his ‘Hum do, Hamare do’ jibe. She said that the ‘real cronies’ of the govt are the common people of the country. The finance..
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While replying to the Budget discussion in the lower house of the Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 13 took a jibe on Rahul Gandhi's 'Hum do hamare do' remarks in Lok..
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 12 rebuffed opposition allegations that government works only for crony capitalists. "It has now become a sort of habit for some in the Opposition..
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