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Rahul Gandhi addresses rally in Bhatinda, takes dig at Narendra Modi

Bhatinda, Apr 28 (ANI): Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi sought votes for party candidate from Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency Manpreet Singh Badal on the final day of campaigning of Punjab on Monday. He said at the rally that Congress is fighting in Gujarat for the rights of the Sikh farmers facing eviction there. He further took a dig at Narendra Modi saying that Modi doesn't see corruption in Punjab, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh. Apr 28, 2014
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Sikh temporal authority holds Bikram Singh Majithia guilty of religious misconduct

Amritsar/ Maharashtra, April 28 (ANI): One of the five seats of temporal authority in Sikhism, Takht Sri Hazur Sahib, in Maharashtra, held Punjab revenue minister, Bikram Singh Majithia, guilty of religious misconduct for distorting words of compositions of the Sikh Gurus, 'Gurbani', during an election rally. Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded district has declared Majithia as 'tankhaiya' (guilty of religious misconduct) for showing disrespect to the sacred compositions of the Sikh Gurus. The former president of Takht Sri Hazur Sahib, Laddu Singh Mahajan, said the diktat of declaring Majithia 'tankhaiya' has come amid protests by the Sikhs. Apr 28, 2014
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Derek O'Brien calls Modi 'Butcher of Gujarat', Politicos react

New Delhi/ Lucknow, April 28 (ANI): Politicos reacted over TMC leader Derek O'Brien's remark wherein he called Narendra Modi 'Butcher of Gujarat' following the later's remark over Mamata Banerjee. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy condemned the remark and said that they are lowering their levels. Congress leader Rita Bahuguna Joshi said that the word used is not right but Modi is blood handed due to 2002 riots. Rashid Alvi said that if Benerjee would have supported Modi, such a comment would not have come. Meanwhile, CPI leader D Raja condemned such languages used during polls. Former SP leader Shahid Siddiqui said that such languages would not benefit anyone, but will impact the society in the long run. Apr 28, 2014
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Lok Sabha Polls 2014: Politicos target Narendra Modi

Lucknow/Kanpur / Birbhum, April 27 (ANI): Politicians criticized BJP’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi for his ‘communal image’ and for becoming bigger than his party. BSP Chief Mayawati, hit out at Modi for riots that took place under his rule in 2002 in Gujarat. Meanwhile, CPI (M) leader Sitaram Yechury, took a dig at Modi’s Tsunami wave remark. SP Chief Mulayam Singh Yadav, said that after the results of the ongoing general election will be out, BJP leaders would go against Modi. Apr 27, 2014
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Sonia targets Modi's Gujarat model of development

Barnala, April 26 (ANI): Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Saturday targeted BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi's Gujarat model of development, saying that only God can save the nation if Gujarat model is implemented across the country. While addressing a rally in Barnala district of Punjab, Congress chief said that Modi government has overlooked the plight of Sikh farmers in Gujarat. Sonia also heaped praises on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh saying that the country has made rapid development under his rule. Apr 26, 2014
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To save his govt, 'weak' Vajpayee remained mum on many occasions: Sanjay Jha

Mumbai, April 14 (ANI): Following his tweet wherein Congress Spokesperson Sanjay Jha claimed that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the weakest PM, he remained on his statements and said that to save his government, Vajpayee remained mum on many occasions where he should have taken action. He said that BJP leader Govindacharya himself had said that Vajpayee is a two-faced man. Further, he questioned the former PM on what was he doing when thousands were killed in a state ruled by his own party and that he did not try to stop Gujarat riots in order to save his government, which is a sign of a weak government. Meanwhile, talking about Sanjay Baru's memoir, he said that this is BJP's orchestrated criticism against a decent PM. Apr 14, 2014
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Turbans a major hit on Global Fashion Circuit

New Delhi, April 14 (ANI): Turban, also known as 'Dastar' in Khalsa society, have always been a symbol of spirituality, honor and self respect. But now, they are an attraction in the international fashion world. It's a matter of pride for Sikhs to see turbans acquiring fame on the glamour circuit. And, this is not only about turbans, but also about turbanators! Last year in November, international Sikh designer and model Waris Ahluwalia, was featured in a Gap ad, and now, it is Jatinder Singh Durhailay who has become the face of luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton's advert on monogrammed turbans. Well....after seeing this, it is definitely time for turbans!!! Apr 14, 2014
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Never said anything to hurt communal sentiments or insult anyone: Azam Khan

Rampur, April 12 (ANI): After the Election Commission banned BJP leader Amit Shah and SP leader Azam Khan from holding public rallies in Uttar Pradesh, Khan said that he never said anything to hurt communal sentiments or to insult anyone whatsoever. He said that there is nothing wrong in taking revenge through ballot for the Muzaffarnagar riots. Khan also said that whatever he said was within the framework of the constitution and he just said what was in his heart. Apr 12, 2014
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It happens: Marathon for Peace & Unity

New Delhi, April 11 (ANI): Hundreds of school children participated in marathon race, 'Run for Unity' in New Delhi to promote peace, brotherhood and unity among people living in the country on Saturday. The marathon touched different places of worship in south Delhi, welcoming harmony among everyone.Teenagers from various parts of the nation participated in the marathon and stopped at religious destinations like temples, mosques, churches and Sikh holy shrines en route to receive tokens with religious symbols embossed on them.Eventually when the runners reached the final checkpoint, they received a set of golden rules with underlying messages of peaceful co-existence.The event was organised by Italy based Focolare Movement at Holy Child Auxilium School in New Delhi. Such events have been already organised many world cities by the firm. Apr 12, 2014
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SC rejects plea questioning clean chit to Modi on role in 2002 Gujarat riots

New Delhi, April 11 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday has turned down a plea questioning the clean chit given to the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi in connection with the 2002 Gujarat riots. A bench comprising of Justices HL Dattu and SA Bobde also declined the plea for reconstituting the Special Investigation Team (SIT) involving retired judges of the apex court on the ground that this option was not good to raise it at this moment. It also turned down the inclusion of a person belonging from the minority community into the SIT. Soon after the remark, the advocate who had filed the petition, decided to withdraw it and it was allowed by the court. Apr 11, 2014

Amit Shah moves HC against FIRs on hate speeches

New Delhi, Apr 9 (ANI): BJP leader Amit Shah on Wednesday moved a plea in the Allahabad High Court challenging the FIRs lodged against him by the Uttar Pradesh government for alleged hate speeches made by him at election meetings in Bijnore and Shamli districts. The court has sought a copy of the video from Election Commission where Shah is purportedly seen making an inflammatory statement, asking voters to seek revenge over the Muzaffarnagar riots. Apr 9, 2014
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UP government did its best to stop communal riots in Muzaffarnagar: Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow, April 08 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has stated that the Uttar Pradesh government has done its best to stop the communal violence sparked in Muzaffarnagar. In an exclusive interview given to ANI, Yadav said that his government took prompt action to control the riot and helped the victims by compensating them. Apr 8, 2014
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EC issues notice to Amit Shah for hate speeches in UP

Lucknow, April 07 (ANI): The Election Commission on Monday issued notice to BJP’s Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi's close aide Amit Shah for his hate speeches in the riot-affected areas in Uttar Pradesh. It asked the BJP leader to explain within three days as to why action should not be initiated against him for violating the model code through his speeches made while campaigning in Shamli, Bijnore and Muzaffarnagar districts in the state. Shah, who is in charge of the BJP's campaign in Uttar Pradesh, had allegedly said in a speech that the election is a chance to seek "revenge for the insult" inflicted during the riots in Muzaffarnagar in September last, in which nearly 60 were killed and thousands displaced. Apr 7, 2014
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