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Opposition mocks Congress pitching Rahul Gandhi as anti-graft hero for 2014 polls

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday ridiculed the new posters showcasing Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi, as the anti-corruption hero for the 2014 general elections. The posters also mention the nine legislations which Gandhi has been keen on that include the Whistleblowers Bill and amendments to Prevention of Corruption Act. Communist Party of India leader Atul Anjan, said that the ruling Congress is a puzzled party and has never come in clear with their strategies and plans before the public. Meanwhile, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar, said that the Congress party is known for following dynastic politics and only takes care of a family's interests. Jan 15, 2014
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JD (U) on Mayawati's Savdhan Rally

New Delhi, Jan 15 (ANI): The JD (U) on Wednesday said that the insensitivity of the Samajwadi Party could benefit Mayawati, who is kick-starting her campaign for the 2014 general elections on her birthday today with the 'Savdhan Vishal Maha Rally'. Mayawati's birthday will not see the customary glitter and glamour this year. Jan 15, 2014
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Politicos call RK Singh's claims against Shinde BJP effect

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): After former home secretary-turned-BJP-leader RK Singh accused Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde of shielding businessman linked with Dawood Ibrahim, politicos called it nothing more than 'BJP effect'. Rajya Sabha MP Md Adeeb said that Singh was in home ministry for years and made allegations after joining BJP. Further, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that if he has any details about the same, he should open it up. Meanwhile, Congress leader Raj Babbar also called the same 'BJP effect'. Jan 14, 2014
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Akhilesh Yadav blacks out TV channels for criticizing him, politicos condemn

New Delhi, Jan 14 (ANI): After UP CM Akhilesh Yadav unplugged two news channels- Times Now and India News from cable operators, politicians condemned the act. Rajya Sabha MP Md Adeeb that Yadav should have better accepted his fault. Meanwhile, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar compared the act with the 1975 Emergency in India. Following the suit, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar also called it 'emergency mindset'. Jan 14, 2014
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Voting for AAP like voting for Congress: Kiran Bedi

Haridwar, Jan 14 (ANI): Former IPS officer Kiran Bedi supported Narendra Modi for prime minister of India and slammed Aam Aadmi Party saying voting for it would be like voting for the Congress party. While addressing mediapersons in Haridwar, Bedi said that people should vote for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and ensure a Congress-free country. Close aide of veteran anti-graft crusader Anna Hazare, Bedi said that Modi has proven his skills as chief minister of Gujarat three times. However, contrary to Bedi's claims, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said BJP only wants to dominate. Jan 14, 2014
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Narad Rai faces flak for 'people die in palaces too' remark

New Delhi/ Patna, Jan 12 (ANI): Speaking on Muzaffarnagar riot victims death, Uttar Pradesh's Sports Minister, Narad Rai on Saturday had said that death cannot be avoided and they occur everywhere, even in palaces. This statement drew criticism from Congress spokesperson, Meem Afzal and Nationalist Congress Party General Secretary, Tariq Anwar who slammed Rai saying that it is very sad that responsible people are making comments like this. They further said that this shows how insensitive they are towards the suffering of the people. Thirty-four children have reportedly died at relief camps in Muzaffarnagar in just over two months. Jan 12, 2014
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BS Yeddyurappa back to BJP, politicos call it BJP's sham against corruption

New Delhi, Jan 03 (ANI): After Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa decided to rejoin BJP before 2014 elections, political leaders alls the same as a sham against corruption. JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that BJP tries to portray itself as something it is not and does it just for power. Meanwhile, CPI leader Gurudas Dasgupta said that this shows that BJP's fight against corruption is a sham as they accepted back 'corrupt' Yeddyurappa. Jan 3, 2014
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AAP set to form govt in Delhi, JD (U) says AAP has 6 safe months for governance

Kaushambi/ New Delhi, Dec 23 (ANI): As AAP is all set to form government in Delhi following the public referendum, party leader Gopal Rai said that the party will form a government driven by issues. He said that the party has organized a meeting wherein it will decide the next steps and strategies. Meanwhile, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar congratulated Arvind Kejriwal for his success and said that AAP has atleast 6 safe months to remain in power and govern as Congress can in no way pass a no-confidence motion against the party in that duration. Dec 23, 2013
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Rahul should act besides getting photo clicked: JD (U) on his Muzaffarnagar visit

New Delhi, Dec 23 (ANI): After Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi visited Muzaffarnagar relief camps and appealed UP CM to pay attention to the same, JD (U) leader Ali Anwar said that the situation sure is bad but Rahul should act besides getting his photo clicked. Muzaffarnagar riot victims on Sunday blocked Gandhi's convoy and showed black flags to him at Kandhla saying the government has not done enough for them. Dec 23, 2013
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Politicos taunt BJP for sidelining Advani, after Mohan Bhagwat says BJP needs Advanis guidance

New Delhi, Dec 19 (ANI): Political parties in India taunted the BJP for sidelining its senior leader LK Advani, after RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday said that his experience was indispensable to the party’s success. The Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had been crippled by infighting among leaders, with several, including Advani, harbouring ambitions to become India's next prime minister. Dec 19, 2013