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Politicos on Vaidik-Hafiz Saeed meet

New Delhi, July 14 (ANI): Political leaders on Monday reacted over Ramdev's close aide and senior journalist Ved Pratap Vaidak's meeting with 26/11 terror attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed. BJP leader and Union Broadcast and Information Minister Prakash Javadekar said that Vaidak's meeting with Hafiz Saeed has nothing to do with the government, and added that the whole issue was a politicization of terrorism. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that a journalist has to meet a lot of people in his profession, and that there should not be any controversy over Vaidak's meeting with Saeed. Meanwhile, Congress said that the government should give clarification over the issue. Meanwhile, the opposition Congress Party created an uproar in the Rajya Sabha over the issue. Though the government clarified that it had nothing to do with it, Congress members, including Anand Sharma continued to insist on the statement saying the matter is related to the security concerns of the country. Amidst noisy scenes, Chairman Mohammad Hamid Ansari adjourned the house first for 15 minutes and then till noon. Jul 14, 2014
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After onion, tomato prices skyrocketing; politicos target Modi Govt

Lucknow/ New Delhi, July 13 (ANI): Food inflation nears 10 percent with prices of vegetables like tomatoes sky rocketing in the domestic markets due to weak rainfall. Retail price of tomatoes in local markets has risen to Rupees 50 per kg and above across major cities. Politicos from rival parties assailed the Modi government over the spiraling inflation and asked for immediate remedy. Jul 13, 2014
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Shripad Naik wants to end 'pub culture', politicos react

Panaji/ New Delhi, July 13 (ANI): Politicos on Sunday reacted over Union tourism and culture minister Shripad Naik, who had said that pub culture would not be promoted for tourism in India and it should be controlled. Jul 13, 2014
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Politicos react on PM Modi attending BRICS Summit

New Delhi, July 13 (ANI): Political leaders on Sunday reacted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending the BRICS Summit to be held in Brazil. CPI leader Atul Anjan has said that Modi is just delaying his development plans to stay in power for a longer tenure. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that as the Prime Minister it is Modi's responsibility to attend the Summit. Jul 13, 2014
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Mixed reactions flow as NCP Chief refuses to oppose appointment of Nripendra Misra

New Delhi, July 13 (ANI): Political leaders on Sunday gave mixed reactions as NCP Chief Sharad Pawar refused to oppose the appointment of Nripendra Misra as Principal Secretary to Prime Minister. Congress leader Rashid Alvi casually said that Sharad Pawar is capable of taking decisions for his party. CPI leader Atul Anjan said that Sharad Pawar is not concerned about the problems prevailing in the country but other unimportant issues. Meanwhile, NCP leader Nawab Malik clarified his party's decision saying that this controversy regarding Nripendra Misra's appointment is useless. Jul 13, 2014
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Reactions come in as trouble surfaces for Ashok Khemka over irregularities in audit

New Delhi, July 12 (ANI): Leaders react as fresh trouble mounted for senior IAS officer Ashok Khemka as some irregularities were found in his previous audit. The Haryana Principal Accountant General (PAG) audit has confirmed irregularities in the state warehousing godown fabrication tender allotment, which took place when Khemka was the company's managing director. The state administration is now allegedly demanding CBI probe. Congress’ Rashid Alvi said that law will take its course, while CPI leader Atul Anjan said that Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi should stand for Khemka like they did for UP’s Durga Nagpal. Jul 12, 2014
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Politicos react over US Prez Obama's formal invitation to PM Modi

New Delhi/ Mumbai, July 12 (ANI): Political leaders react as US President sent a formal invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit US in September. BJP Vice President Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi said that the world is recognizing the potential of Modi and this is evident. Congress leader Rashid Alvi and NCP leader Nawab Malik said that Modi would be too excited on this invitation and that he should understand that the invitation is to Indian PM and not Modi. CPI leader Atul Anjan said that he and any other leader should go on such invitation. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that the invitation would have Modi happy, though his party does not much appreciates US's ideologies. Jul 12, 2014
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President sacks Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Virendra Kataria

New Delhi, July 12 (ANI): After forcing some governors appointed by the UPA government to quit, the Narendra Modi government late Friday sacked Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Virendra Kataria, in the first such action against political appointees of the UPA regime. An announcement by Rashtrapati Bhavan said, "The President has directed that Shri Virendra Kataria, shall cease to hold the office of the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry." Lt Gen (Retd) Ajay Kumar Singh, Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, will discharge the functions of LG of Puducherry, in addition to his own duties, until regular arrangements for this post are made, the Rashtrapati Bhavan press communique said. Jul 12, 2014
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Raj Thackeray mocks Narendra Modi, politicos react

New Delhi/Nagpur, July 12 (ANI): MNS chief Raj Thackeray poked fun at Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a student meet organized by the party and narrated a joke circulating in social media over PM's big promises. Thackrey's joke came as a surprise as the MNS leader has openly backed Modi for the top post in the past. Jul 12, 2014
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Lingusamy to Make Hindi Debut With Ajay Devgan

Director Linguswamy, who is also a producer of films through his banner thirupathy brothers is one of the most successful film makers at box office. He is going to make his Bollywood debut with Action Superstar Ajay Devgan is the latest buzz around the corner. Jul 11, 2014
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Political leaders condemn minor girl rape on Panchayat's diktat

New Delhi, July 11 (ANI): Political leaders on Friday condemned Bokaro minor girl's rape on a Panchayat's order. BJP Vice President Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi and Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that such things should not happen in any civilized society and demanded action. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that the incident is shameful and matter should be taken under scanner. CPI leader Atul Anjan also condemned the 'personal laws' working in the society. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that the accused should be punished in such a way that whole country remembers it. Jul 11, 2014
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Pak rejects Kashmir to be a part of India, Politicos react

New Delhi, July 11 (ANI): Political leaders on Friday reacted over Pakistan Foreign Minister’s remark saying that Pak does not accept Kashmir as a part of India. Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that Pakistan’s statements do not matter because it is a part of India. BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi also stated that Pakistan’s statements need not to be taken seriously. NCP leader Tariq Anwar also supported the remark saying that Pakistan’s statement should not bother us in any way. CPI leader Atul Anjan said that those who say Kashmir is not a part of India are unaware of history. SP leader Naresh Agarwal said that Pakistan’s such remarks should not trouble Indian government much. Jul 11, 2014