News for 'Biju Janata Dal'

'Burn rule book near Mahatma Gandhi's statue!'

'Burn rule book near Mahatma Gandhi's statue!'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2008

"Show respect to each other," was another comment during the pandemonium triggered by an issue raised by Biju Janata Dal member Braj Kishore Tripathi about alleged security rules violation during Congress lawmaker Rahul Gandhi's visit to Orissa last week. The Speaker also made it clear that it was he would 'decide what is relevant and what not'.

She is my physiotherapist, Odisha CM opens up on Vatican trip companion

She is my physiotherapist, Odisha CM opens up on Vatican trip companion

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

Clearing the air before the end of the monsoon session on Tuesday, the CM said, "Shradha is a physiotherapist sent by my sister late Gita Mehta to take care of my physical fitness."

BJD-BJP poll alliance talks fail, both parties to go solo in Odisha

BJD-BJP poll alliance talks fail, both parties to go solo in Odisha

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Talks on pre-poll alliance were being held between the ruling Biju Janata Dal and the opposition BJP for the past few days.

New-look Rajya Sabha this monsoon session

New-look Rajya Sabha this monsoon session

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

The front row of Rajya Sabha may have a new look in the monsoon session beginning Monday with the biennial elections throwing up new winners and losers.

Why I Am Upset With Modi's Victory

Why I Am Upset With Modi's Victory

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Despite failing to secure a simple majority in Parliament, we will continue to see him on TV, newspapers, magazines, bill boards, vaccination certificates, railway stations, bus shelters, airports, sea ports, on the highway and on rural roads, sighs A Ganesh Nadar.

Breakaway BJD faction may merge with Congress

Breakaway BJD faction may merge with Congress

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

The breakaway faction is led by former Union minister Dilip Ray.

'I don't need SPG's permission to meet people'

'I don't need SPG's permission to meet people'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2008

"I know the concerns of security. I don't need the permission of SPG or SP to meet people," Gandhi told media persons shortly after the matter was raised in the Lok Sabha by Biju Janata Dal member Braj Kishore Tripathi. Tripathi said the Orissa government had been put in a 'difficult situation' as Gandhi, who has Z-Plus security, had left the NALCO Guest House in Naxal-infested Koraput for some 'undisclosed destination' for four hours at night on March 7 without informing.

BJP stumbled and then stamped its authority in 2024

BJP stumbled and then stamped its authority in 2024

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

The BJP's year has been marked by a remarkable ability to adapt its message and methods, rebounding from Lok Sabha election setbacks with improbable wins in Haryana and Maharashtra. The party's campaign machine, drawing on the strength of the RSS and its affiliates, has demonstrated a capacity to shift focus and respond to regional dynamics. While the BJP faces challenges, its adaptability and Modi's unchallenged leadership suggest a continued strong presence on the Indian political landscape.

BJD Lok Sabha team splits

BJD Lok Sabha team splits

Rediff.com24 Apr 2003

The four rebels are -- Prasanna Patsani, Prabhat Samantray, Kumudini Patnaik, wife of former state Finance Minister Ramakrushna Patnaik, and Jagannath Mallick.

TRS, BJD, AAP to skip Mamata's meet on Prez poll

TRS, BJD, AAP to skip Mamata's meet on Prez poll

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

With numbers on its side -- the ruling NDA has about half the votes of the electoral college -- and the possible support of fence-sitters like the BJD, the AIADMK and the YSRCP, the NDA candidate will likely sail through the contest.

Naveen Patnaik's great gamble

Naveen Patnaik's great gamble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2009

But will this move of BJD supremo and chief minister Naveen Patnaik help him to return to power for the third consecutive term? Or will his decision to sever 11 year old ties with BJP, which saw him at the head of a coalition government for last nine years, prove to be costly? This is the question that every voter in the state is asking.

Modi dials Sonia, ex-presidents to discuss COVID-19

Modi dials Sonia, ex-presidents to discuss COVID-19

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Sources said Modi also called up various leaders, including Mulayam Singh Yadav and Akhilesh Yadav of the Samajwadi Party, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, Dravida Munnetra Kazagham's M K Stalin and Shiromani Akali Dal leader Parkash Singh Badal.

First part of budget session to end on February 13

First part of budget session to end on February 13

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu also made a fervent appeal to the leaders of various parties at an all-party meeting to ensure smooth and effective functioning of the House during the Budget Session.

5 Odisha cops suspended for attacking Army officer, molesting friend

5 Odisha cops suspended for attacking Army officer, molesting friend

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

According to an order issued by the director general of police YB Khurania on Wednesday the five police personnel have been suspended on charge of gross misconduct.

'Misgivings persist over Indo-US N-deal'

'Misgivings persist over Indo-US N-deal'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

Leader of the delegation B J Panda of the Biju Janata Dal said, "We still have the last mile left before the closure of the civilian nuclear deal."

Rajya Sabha's productivity increases in 3rd week

Rajya Sabha's productivity increases in 3rd week

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

The overall productivity of the House for the first three weeks of the monsoon session has been 22.60 per cent," sources said

5 Union ministers to campaign for BJP candidate in Odisha assembly bypoll

5 Union ministers to campaign for BJP candidate in Odisha assembly bypoll

Rediff.com16 May 2022

iyush Goel, Dharmendra Pradhan, Pralhad Joshi, Ashwini Vaishnaw and Biseswar Tudu are the 5 Union minsters.

'Kalinga Nagar was a shock to everybody'

'Kalinga Nagar was a shock to everybody'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2006

'Kalinga Nagar was a shock to everybody'\n
\n'How we acquit ourselves in the next couple of years will decide the fate of all these projects coming up,' says BJD MP Jay Panda.

Can't discuss some matters in Parliament: Govt on China

Can't discuss some matters in Parliament: Govt on China

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

The government on Monday said that matters regarding Chinese intrusion can't be discussed in Parliament as it concerns the security of the country.

Simultaneous polls bill introduced with 269 votes in favour, 198 against

Simultaneous polls bill introduced with 269 votes in favour, 198 against

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Two bills that lay down the mechanism to hold simultaneous elections were introduced in the Lok Sabha after a fiery debate on Tuesday, with the opposition terming the move 'dictatorial' and Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal asserting that the legislation would not tamper with the powers enjoyed by states.

Divestment policy comes in for flak at NDC meet

Divestment policy comes in for flak at NDC meet

Rediff.com21 Dec 2002

Centre's disinvestment policy Saturday came in for sharp criticism from some States with BJP ally Biju Janata Dal in Orissa going so far as to seek a separate National Democratic Alliance meeting on it.

Why V K Pandian Is So Valuable To Naveen Patnaik

Why V K Pandian Is So Valuable To Naveen Patnaik

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Naveen Patnaik is known as an "absentee landlord" who needs bureaucrats like Pandian to run his government.

Will go solo in 2024 LS polls, says BJD's Patnaik, rules out third front

Will go solo in 2024 LS polls, says BJD's Patnaik, rules out third front

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Patnaik, who met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi earlier in the day to discuss developmental issues related to his state, also ruled out joining any third front, a plan floated by some regional parties earlier.

'People are playing politics with the tragedy'

'People are playing politics with the tragedy'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2006

'We are very conscious this is a blot on the image of Orissa as a peaceful state,' says Jay Panda, MP.

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Raut's demand comes amid speculation over the possibility of Naveen Patnaik's Biju Janata Dal getting the post.

Patnaik to be sworn in as Odisha CM on May 29

Patnaik to be sworn in as Odisha CM on May 29

Rediff.com25 May 2019

Patnaik has continued his grip over Odisha with his party, the BJD, winning 112 assembly seats in the 147-member House.

The 2019 Odisha assembly election sentiment meter

The 2019 Odisha assembly election sentiment meter

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Move the pointer on the sentiment meter (depending on who you think will get more votes) towards the political parties to see how the outcome is likely to change.

JD-S, BSP among 7 Opposition parties to join Parliament inauguration

JD-S, BSP among 7 Opposition parties to join Parliament inauguration

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Apart from the 18 members of the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), including the Bharatiya Janata Party, seven non-National Democratic Alliance parties will attend the ceremony, going by their stated position on the issue which has snowballed into another political flashpoint between the ruling and opposition camps.

INDIA partners lock horns in Kerala over UDF member's lunch with Modi

INDIA partners lock horns in Kerala over UDF member's lunch with Modi

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Meanwhile, the Congress and RSP whole-heartedly backed the Kollam MP.

Yogi Joins MoSha on Gujarat Poll Trail

Yogi Joins MoSha on Gujarat Poll Trail

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

On Tuesday, November 29, 2022, the final day of campaigning before Thursday's first phase of the Gujarat assembly election, the Bharatiya Janata Party fielded an array of leaders to canvass votes for the party that has ruled the state since 1995.

Presidential election: A 'Godse versus Gandhi' battle?

Presidential election: A 'Godse versus Gandhi' battle?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

The RSS wants BJP to field a 'swayamsevak', while the Opposition has mulled fielding former West Bengal governor Gopalkrishna Gandhi.

Have You Heard About The Potato Crisis?

Have You Heard About The Potato Crisis?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Amid the political blame game over Bengal's potato ban, which led to shortages in Jharkhand and Odisha, Uttar Pradesh farmers are the unlikely winners.

NDA Turns 25, But Does This BJP Remember?

NDA Turns 25, But Does This BJP Remember?

Rediff.com23 May 2023

'It is not just about numbers. Sometimes coalitions and alliances have symbolic value.'

Amid Oppn's boycott call, 3 parties to attend Parliament opening

Amid Oppn's boycott call, 3 parties to attend Parliament opening

Rediff.com25 May 2023

Nineteen opposition political parties, including the Congress have announced a boycott of the ceremony on May 28, demanding that President Droupadi Murmu and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi do the inauguration.

Why does Naveen Patnaik prefer turncoats as LS candidates?

Why does Naveen Patnaik prefer turncoats as LS candidates?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Out of the 20 candidates announced by the BJD for the 21 Lok Sabha seats, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's party has nominated at least seven leaders who came from either the Bharatiya Janata Party or the Congress.

Delhi services bill in RS today; Cong, AAP issue whip to MPs

Delhi services bill in RS today; Cong, AAP issue whip to MPs

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) parties will make all-out efforts to thwart the government's move to pass the bill even as the numbers are stacked in favour of the NDA with BJD and YSRCP pledging their support to the government on the bill.

Electoral bonds: Who is lottery king Santiago Martin?

Electoral bonds: Who is lottery king Santiago Martin?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Future Gaming and Hotel Services whose director is the lottery magnate Santiago Martin is the top purchaser of electoral bonds having purchased bonds worth Rs 1,368, according to data uploaded by the Election Commission of India on its website on Thursday.

Practicing Hindu, never ate beef, clarifies YouTuber Jani over Puri temple row

Practicing Hindu, never ate beef, clarifies YouTuber Jani over Puri temple row

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Jani said that as a food blogger, she has informed people about local cuisines of various places and that's what happened in Kerala video, whose screenshots are being used.

RS dy chairman's election a key test of Oppn unity

RS dy chairman's election a key test of Oppn unity

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

A suitable non-Congress candidate from a regional party could help influence even some of the NDA allies like the Shiv Sena and the Janata Dal-United to vote for a consensus Opposition candidate, reports Archis Mohan.