Amit Shah has declared that the Election Commission removed "infiltrators" from the electoral roll and vowed that they would be removed from Bengal's soil, making a strong political statement on immigration and elections.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has described the Women's Reservation Bill as a "historic move" and the "need of the hour," urging widespread support for the legislation.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah intensified his attack on the TMC in West Bengal, urging voters to respond to violence with ballots and promising to bring the BJP to power while alleging corruption and a 'mafia raj'.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah mocked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and promised a 'Bhoomiputra' (son of the soil) chief minister for the state.
Amit Shah presented the BJP manifesto as a roadmap for 'Sonar Bangla,' emphasizing welfare initiatives in Bengal, including Prime Minister Modi's promise of the 7th pay commission.
Amit Shah has released the BJP's Sankalpa Patra (manifesto) for the upcoming Bengal polls, outlining proposals such as Rs 3,000 monthly assistance for women and the establishment of new AIIMS and IIT institutions in North Bengal.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to unveil the BJP's Bengal manifesto on Friday, which will likely highlight actions against alleged mafia networks in sectors such as coal, sand, and stone mining.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated in Assam that infiltrators have been identified and will be deported one by one, while also highlighting development projects and election promises.
The Election Commission has suspended four police officers following an incident where Trinamool Congress (TMC) workers gatecrashed a roadshow by Amit Shah during the West Bengal polls.
Top BJP leaders Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari are campaigning for a young, first-time candidate in Palashbari, Assam, signaling a generational shift as the party replaces the sitting MLA.
Amit Shah stated that the BJP targets illegal infiltrators, not Assam’s indigenous Muslims, and accused the Congress party of giving the issue a communal spin ahead of upcoming elections.
A delegation from Punjab's BJP met with Amit Shah in Delhi to discuss issues faced by farmers cultivating land beyond the security fence near the international border.
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Indian Home Minister Amit Shah stated in Lok Sabha that Naxalism is almost eradicated in Bastar and declared India 'Naxal-free,' claiming the 'shadow of red terror' has been lifted and the region is on the path of development, while also identifying 'left-wing ideology' and 'Indira Gandhi' as root causes and criticizing the Congress for inaction.
Mamata Banerjee has hit out at Amit Shah for his "injured leg" jibe, questioning if her opponents are now planning to kill her and accusing them of conspiring something.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Assam is ready for the NDA's third term, predicting the alliance will win over 90 seats in the upcoming Assembly elections, which will be held on April 9.
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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has issued a counterattack chargesheet, rebutting claims made by Amit Shah and responding to his 'chargesheet' against the party with a "trial over" retort, indicating a political clash ahead of polls.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's plane was delayed landing in Kolkata, circling for 55 minutes due to adverse weather conditions, an incident that follows a similar delay for Mamata Banerjee.
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Home Minister Amit Shah is leading an informal Group of Ministers to address strategic issues arising from the West Asia conflict, including impacts on cooking gas and LNG supplies, as India experiences deepening energy shockwaves, manufacturing disruptions, panic buying, and a fuel crisis causing long queues, violence, and two deaths at petrol stations. Amidst this, the LPG vessel Apollo Ocean arrived at New Mangalore Port, with unloading operations beginning shortly after.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann rejected Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s offer for a CBI probe into the suicide of a warehousing official, asserting the capability of the Punjab Police to handle the investigation.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed readiness to hand over the suicide case of an official from the Punjab warehousing corporation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami's frequent visits to Delhi for seat-sharing talks, alleging that decisions of the opposition party are dictated by the capital. This follows Palaniswami's meetings with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, marking a shift from previous political styles.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has successfully reunited the AIADMK and its splinter group, the AMMK, in Tamil Nadu, effectively rebuilding the fractured NDA alliance in the election-bound state.
Union home minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack against the Congress, accusing the party of pocketing ₹150 crore every year from Assam’s healthcare budget during its 15-year rule from 2001…
The Congress party has taken a dig at the Election Commission of India (ECI) and frequently uses the term 'G2' to criticize Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched the BJP's campaign for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, ruling out an alliance revival with Akali Dal and declaring the BJP will contest independently to form its own government, while also vowing an anti-conversion law and drug-free state.
K. T. Rama Rao (KTR) has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting an investigation into alleged 'benami dealings' of the Chief Minister of Telangana.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Rahul Gandhi for his foreign trips during parliamentary sessions, questioning his ability to speak on national issues from abroad.
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is adjusting its office hours to a four-day work week for its personnel, following a directive from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. due to increasing fuel prices.
Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed the government's commitment to eradicate Maoism by March 31, also stating that the CISF will provide security to private industries under a hybrid mode in the coming days.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock after Union Home Minister Amit Shah informed her about R.N. Ravi’s appointment as Governor, following the resignation of Ananda Bose.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched digital platforms and unveiled two mascots for India's 2027 Digital Census, marking the start of preparations for the world's largest population exercise.
Amit Shah launched the BJP's statewide 'Poriborton Yatra' campaign in Bengal, aiming to mobilize public opinion against the alleged failures and corruption of the Trinamool government.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission salary and age relaxation at a rally in South 24 Parganas district, urging BJP supporters that this is their last chance.
The Governor of Manipur met with Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the ongoing security operations aimed at seizing illegal weapons and destroying poppy fields, as well as efforts to reduce community friction.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting with District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police from seven districts of the Seemanchal region to tighten security along the Indo-Nepal border and crack down on illegal activities.
Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia were acquitted in the Delhi excise policy case. Kejriwal spent five months in jail, while Sisodia was incarcerated for 17 months.
A BJP MP has proposed renaming Delhi to Indraprastha. He believes this name connects the capital to its ancient past. The MP cited historical evidence linking Delhi to the Mahabharata. He also suggested renaming key transport hubs. This move aims to reconnect with India's roots and foster cultural revival. The proposal follows the recent approval to rename Kerala as Keralam.
The Maharashtra government has requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to order a CBI investigation into the plane crash that killed Deputy Chief Minsiter Ajit Pawar last month, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah vowed to remove infiltrators from Assam's electoral rolls and deport them within five years if the BJP returns to power. He accused the opposition of turning infiltrators into a vote bank, claiming they encroached on vast tracts of land.
Rahul Gandhi appeared in a Sultanpur court to record his statement in a 2018 criminal defamation case concerning remarks he allegedly made about Amit Shah.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced in Darjeeling that all "false" cases filed against Gorkha leaders would be withdrawn. This statement addresses a long-standing demand from the Gorkha community.
During an election campaign event in Birbhum, Amit Shah attacked the TMC, urging voters to 'answer bomb with ballot' and promising the implementation of a Uniform Civil Code and the 7th Pay Commission.
Reacting to the oft-repeated Trinamool charge that the Election Commission favours the BJP, Mr Shah said the allegation is a ploy by Ms Banerjee to garner what he called sympathy votes.
Indian politician Humayun Kabir, known for his efforts to build a mosque styled after Ayodhya's Babri Masjid, is reportedly in touch with the BJP, drawing a stinging reminder from Amit Shah.
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BJP leader Amit Shah has denied claims by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee that the BJP would ban fish, meat, and eggs if it came to power in the state. Banerjee had issued a "cultural warning" at a recent rally.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly condemned Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge for likening BJP-RSS to a 'venomous snake', calling the remarks undemocratic.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the upcoming Kerala polls are not just to change the government but to improve the state's future, noting an increase in NDA's vote share since 2014 and advocating for a BJP-led government.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah stated that the BJP would implement a Uniform Civil Code and rid Assam of "infiltrators" if re-elected for another five years.
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The alleged mastermind behind the hostage-taking of seven judicial officers in Bengal has been arrested, with the officers rescued after an SOS to the Chief Justice. The incident occurred during protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, which the advocate-mastermind claimed was the reason for his arrest.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has intensified its criticism of Union Home Minister Amit Shah before his visit to West Bengal, suggesting local non-vegetarian dishes in a move to portray the BJP as out of touch with Bengali culture.
India is on the cusp of eradicating Naxalism, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah declaring the movement effectively dismantled as his March 31 deadline ends. Decades of development and security operations have significantly shrunk the Red Corridor, pushing the insurgency into its final stages, fulfilling a promise repeatedly articulated by PM Modi.
India's Home Minister Amit Shah has stated that talks are underway with only active top Maoist leaders, indicating ongoing efforts to address the insurgency.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee sharply criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah, stating he 'should be charge sheeted' for his remark that she plays the 'victim card' in politics.
Nepal's former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested along with a former home minister over their alleged roles in a deadly protest crackdown that killed over 70 people, just a day after a new government was sworn in. Reports confirm at least 77 people were killed in the anti-corruption youth uprising.
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The International Monetary Fund is developing scenarios for countries that may require financial support due to the prolonged Middle East conflict. Spain has approved a €5 billion package including energy tax cuts, while the Philippines has confirmed sufficient crude oil supply and is considering suspending or reducing petroleum excise taxes. India has also cut excise duty on petrol and diesel, a move expected to lead to a ₹7,000 crore revenue loss in 15 days, while providing respite to oil companies and shielding consumers. Additionally, Poland's parliamentary committee has positively reviewed bills for fuel price reductions.
Gujarat has passed its Uniform Civil Code Bill, making it the second Indian state, after Uttarakhand, to adopt a unified law for marriage, divorce, and inheritance, a move hailed as historic by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah is leading discussions on potentially bypassing delimitation and census processes to fast-track the implementation of the women's quota to 2029.
Home Minister Amit Shah is set to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, which proposes that 50% of Inspector General posts in CAPFs be filled by deputation from the Indian Police Service.
A civil society group and political leader Mehbooba Mufti have separately urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Modi to intervene and address threats of violence in Uttam Nagar, particularly ahead of Id, to prevent further escalation.
AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi to discuss seat-sharing arrangements, and subsequently announced that the seat-sharing process for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026 will be finalized within four days.
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The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for Assembly elections in several states, with voting phases occurring in April. The upcoming polls are set against a backdrop of looming energy crisis concerns in the country.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing BJP youth workers in Guwahati, predicted a record mandate for the BJP-led Himanta Biswa Sarma government in Assam, ahead of the state's election schedule announcement.
BJP leader Sunil Jakhar has accused the Congress and AAP of promoting 'kattarwaad' (extremism) in Punjab and urged Home Minister Amit Shah to intervene to protect Punjabi youths.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Om Birla as an 'excellent Speaker' of the Lok Sabha, praising his impartiality and leadership ahead of a no-confidence motion.
During the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on BJP's Kiren Rijiju
Duo likely to address a public meeting together in Bagdogra; RJD’s Rabri Devi says Nitish Kumar should not leave Bihar; Nishant Kumar meets JD(U) legislators on the eve of formally joining the party
Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a meeting with Odisha's BJP MLAs and candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls, including party nominees Manmohan Samal and Sujeet Kumar, and independent Dilip Ray.
Janata Dal (United) leaders expressed pain over Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's move to Delhi as a Rajya Sabha MP, but he reassured them, stating "main hoon na" and clearing the path for his son Nishant's political debut. Party lawmakers were assured of his continued guidance for Bihar. This decision follows Nitish's Rajya Sabha nomination alongside Amit Shah.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah launched 'Pragati' and 'Vikas' mascots and introduced four new digital tools as part of the preparations for the upcoming Census 2027.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) campus in Bhubaneswar and attend the CISF’s 57th raising day.
Police deny such move and claim meeting was to brief the Union Home Minister about the naxalite movement and the requirements of the State police force
AIADMK leader Palaniswami asserted that there were no discussions regarding Sasikala's potential entry into the NDA during his meeting with Amit Shah, following Sasikala's announcement of launching her own party.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised the Seventh Pay Commission to West Bengal government employees, while also commenting on the state's political future.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation in Bihar's border districts, addressing concerns related to regional stability.
Gurdaspur MP Sukhjinder Randhawa urges Amit Shah for a Central probe into the alleged 'encounter' of a 19-year-old by Punjab Police, citing a 'credibility deficit'.
Home Minister Amit Shah, speaking in Bihar's Araria district, asserted that the BJP would win the West Bengal polls and drive out every single infiltrator.
O. Panneerselvam stated that Amit Shah told him a strong DMK-led alliance would win against a divided AIADMK, noting Shah's failed attempts to reunite AIADMK factions.
Gurdaspur MP Sukhjinder Randhawa has called on Amit Shah to order a Ministry of Home Affairs inquiry into the killing of two police officers near the Pakistan border, citing 'systemic failure'.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for an Assam Police campus at a 2024 eviction site, stating that the presence of infiltrators posed a significant security threat.
Amit Shah who is on a two-day-visit to Assam and Tripura will attend the foundation stone laying ceremony of the head quarters of 10th battalion of Assam Police later in the day
The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is projected to increase its presence in the Rajya Sabha, potentially crossing 130 seats, following biennial elections for 37 seats in March.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah made comments at a Bengal poll rally amidst a dispute over a clip suggesting Humayun Kabir was in contact with BJP leaders.
Union Minister Amit Shah urged Bengal's tribal communities to vote against TMC, alleging Mamata Banerjee insulted President Droupadi Murmu, and promised a 'son of soil' chief minister for the state.
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Addressing a press conference after releasing the BJP's manifesto for the Bengal polls, Amit Shah stated that the BJP cannot ally with those who support the Babri Masjid in Bengal. He also accused Mamata Banerjee's party of manufacturing political conspiracies.
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar made a veiled jibe at Union Minister Amit Shah during an Assam rally, calling on voters to drive 'infiltrators from Gujarat' out of the state.
India's ruling BJP party, through Amit Shah, has pledged to implement a Uniform Civil Code within six months, aiming to establish a common set of personal laws for all citizens regardless of religion.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah is reportedly planning an extended 15-day stay in Bengal, prompting questions about the reasons behind his prolonged presence in the region.
The Bengal BJP has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission regarding alleged 'derogatory' remarks made by TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee against Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has set an ambitious target of 170 seats for the Bengal BJP in the upcoming assembly elections and announced he will camp in the state for 15 days to lead the campaign.
The AP Reorganisation Bill, which aims to recognize Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh, is scheduled to be introduced in the Lok Sabha. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will formally introduce the bill, amending the 2014 Reorganisation Act to designate Amaravati as the state's capital.
Home minister Amit Shah on Monday declared that “India is free of Naxalism” — fulfilling a promise repeatedly articulated by PM Modi over the past year.
Union Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address the Lok Sabha to provide updates on ongoing anti-Maoist operations and outline a roadmap for achieving long-term peace in affected regions.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced during an election campaign in Nalbari that the BJP would implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Assam and ban 'four marriages' if elected.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah stated that Bengal remains the last route for infiltration, emphasizing that the upcoming Assembly polls in the state are crucial for national security.
The political battle in West Bengal is intensifying ahead of the state assembly polls in April, with leaders from TMC and BJP, including Mamata Banerjee and Amit Shah, exchanging barbs.
Indian politician Amit Shah is set to release a 'chargesheet' document detailing the alleged failures of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government, with a manifesto to follow.
Sukru, one of the last remaining active Maoist leaders in Odisha and carrying a Rs 55 lakh bounty, has surrendered his arms. He was a native of Malkangiri district.
Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) minister Laljit Bhullar has been arrested in connection with a warehouse manager's suicide case, prompting five Punjab MPs to write to Amit Shah requesting a CBI investigation.
Puducherry Chief Minister Rangaswamy has sealed an NDA deal following talks with Amit Shah, securing the NR Congress-BJP alliance despite the BJP not conceding demands for statehood or party exclusion.
The statement from Mr. Stalin came amid AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s visit to New Delhi and his meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah for seat-sharing negotiations
Edappadi K Palaniswami categorically said there were no discussions with actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), ruling out any possibility of an alliance.
Amit Shah said that instead of going abroad for medical studies, there should be adequate facilities within country for Indian students, speaking at inauguration of PMCH in Guwahati, Assam
In Parliament, Amit Shah criticized the Congress party, stating that their attack on the Speaker was an attempt to conceal Rahul Gandhi's perceived ineffectiveness as a Member of Parliament.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed confidence that the BJP will form the government in Uttarakhand again in 2027, highlighting the party's focus on development, job creation, and the Uniform Civil Code.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has announced that citizenship will be granted to refugees from Afghanistan and Pakistan under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), bringing the law back into focus.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that left-wing extremism, aiming to create a 'red corridor' from Tirupati to Pashupati, will be completely eliminated by March 31, praising security forces for their efforts against Naxalites.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will now be responsible for overseeing the security of all sea ports across the country.
The mascots — 'Pragati' (female) and 'Vikas' (male) — symbolise equal participation of women and men in fulfilling the resolve to make India a developed nation by 2047, a govt. statement said
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in the national capital and sought allocation of additional Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for the state.
Amit Shah slammed the Banerjee-led TMC government over the infiltration issue, saying infiltrators would be removed from Bengal once the BJP comes to power.
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah called on the Punjab government to take action against alleged religious conversions, invoking the sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur during an event marking his 350th martyrdom anniversary.
Mr. Shah directed strict enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy against illegal constructions, particularly in forest and uninhabited areas, and ordered the immediate removal of encroachments identified on No Man’s Land.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a nationwide crackdown on infiltrators, flagging dangerous demographic changes in border regions and stating that a high-level panel would be set up to study the issue.
India's Home Minister Amit Shah is undertaking a three-day visit to Bihar’s Seemanchal region, where he will participate in various initiatives, including inaugurating border outposts and laying foundations for Sashastra Seema Bal projects.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the launch of Bharat Taxi, a cooperative ride-hailing platform in India, which guarantees a minimum base rate per kilometer for drivers and returns 80% of profits to them.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's proposal to use the Devnagari script for the Kokborok language has triggered a fresh political storm and controversy in Tripura.
Ajit Pawar and four others onboard a chartered plane were killed when it crashed while attempting to land near Baramati in Pune district on January 28.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress party of facilitating illegal immigration, which he claims has harmed Assam's identity, culture, and land, during a police event.
Union home minister Amit Shah accused the Congress of leaving Assam's borders open to infiltrators, aiming to alter the state's demographics. He contrasted this with the BJP government's efforts under CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, who he stated cleared vast lands occupied by infiltrators. Shah also highlighted the BJP's infrastructure development achievements in Assam.