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India Today
04-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Devendra Fadnavis defends Eknath Shinde's 'Jai Gujarat' call: Doesn't diminish...
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has come out in support of his deputy Eknath Shinde, who drew backlash for his 'Jai Maharashtra, Jai Gujarat' slogan at an event in Pune, saying it did not diminish the Shiv Sena leader's love for Maharashtra."There is no need to create so much ruckus over it. We are all Indians. If someone questions Shinde ji's love for Maharashtra because of this, that's narrow thinking," Fadnavis an incident wherein NCP founder Sharad Pawar had raised 'Jai Maharashtra, Jai Karnataka' slogan, Fadnavis said, "On an earlier occasion, when the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was unveiled, Sharad Pawar ji had said, 'Jai Maharashtra, Jai Karnataka. Does this mean that Sharad Pawar loves Karnataka more than Maharashtra?" The Chief Minister also condemned the recent assault on a shopkeeper by workers from Raj Thackeray's MNS for speaking in Hindi and said that action will be taken against those who assault people speaking other languages."I want to be very clear. Taking pride in Marathi and assaulting people are different. If someone tries to assault people speaking other languages, the police will take action. Action has already been taken in this incident," Fadnavis said."I am surprised that these people appreciate English and act against Hindi," he a video that surfaced on July 1, three men were seen entering a sweets shop and confronting the owner over his language and beating him up. The assaulters also warned the shopkeeper that he wouldn't be allowed to run a business in the area.- Ends(with inputs from ANI)Must Watch IN THIS STORY#Devendra Fadnavis#Maharashtra
News18
04-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Maharashtra Deputy CM Shinde's 'Jai Gujarat' Remark Draws Opposition's Jibes
Last Updated: Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde ended his speech with 'Jai Gujarat' during an inauguration event in Pune, sparking criticism from opposition parties. A fresh political row erupted in Maharashtra after Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ended his speech with 'Jai Gujarat' during an inauguration event in Pune. While speaking at the inauguration of Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre in Pune's Kondhwa, Shinde thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah and ended his speech by saying, 'Jai Hind, Jai Maharashtra, Jai Gujarat." As he wrapped up his speech, Shinde asked the audience for permission to recite a shayari in honour of Shah, receiving an enthusiastic response from the crowd. Shinde thanked the audience and said, 'Jai Hind, Jai Maharashtra," before briefly pausing and adding, 'Jai Gujarat". VIDEO | Pune: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde (@mieknathshinde) ends his speech with 'Jai Gujarat" in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the inauguration of Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre. Shinde also thanked Amit Shah and the audience,… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 4, 2025 NCP (Sharadchandra faction) leader Clyde Crasto targeted Shinde over his remarks, accusing him of using the phrase in 'greed for power" and political ambition. જય શ્રી કૃષ્ણ @mieknathshinde જી,કેમ છો ?सत्तेच्या हव्यासा पोटी, जय गुजरात???🤔 #EknathShinde — Clyde Crasto – क्लाईड क्रास्टो 🇮🇳 (@Clyde_Crasto) July 4, 2025 Congress leader Nana Patole condemned Shinde's slogan. 'We condemn this, it's an insult to the motherland of Maharashtra and the Marathi language," he told reporters. 'The true nature of Amit Shah's duplicate Shiv Sena came to light today! In Pune, these gentlemen roared 'Jai Gujarat" in front of Amit Shah! What should be done? Such a man should be punished… how can this person remain in the Maharashtra Cabinet?" Raut said in another post. अमित शहा यांच्या डुप्लिकेट शिवसेनेचे खरे रूप आज बाहेर आले!पुण्यात या महाशयांनी अमित शहा समोर 'जय गुजरात ' ची गर्जना केली!काय करायचे?ऐशा नरा मोजूनी माराव्या पैजाराहजार माराव्या आणि एक मोजाव्याहा माणूस महाराष्ट्राच्या मंत्रिमंडळात कसा राहू शकतो? @Dev_Fadnavis — Sanjay Raut (@rautsanjay61) July 4, 2025 However, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended Shinde's remarks, saying, 'I want to remind everyone that earlier too, when Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue was unveiled at Chikodi, Sharad Pawar had said 'Jai Maharashtra, Jai Karnataka.' Does that mean Sharad Pawar loves Karnataka more and Maharashtra less?" Mumbai, Maharashtra: On Deputy CM Eknath Shinde ending his speech with 'Jai Hind, Jai Maharashtra, and Jai Gujarat," CM Devendra Fadnavis says, 'I want to remind everyone that earlier too, when Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's statue was unveiled at Chikodi, Sharad Pawar had said… — IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2025 Earlier, Shah had arrived in Pune for a two-day visit to Maharashtra. He was welcomed at the Pune airport by Fadnavis, along with senior BJP leaders and party workers. He described the Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre as the 'most beautiful building representing Gujarati society in the entire country" and praised Pune as a symbol of knowledge, nationalism, social awareness, and freedom throughout the country. First Published: July 04, 2025, 17:01 IST
India.com
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
We Stand United...: Kichcha Sudeepa Pens Letter To PM Modi, Lauds Operation Sindoor
Bengaluru: Actor Kichcha Sudeepa lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and praised the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, calling it "not just a response, but a statement." Sudeep, in a letter to Modi, expressed his admiration for the Prime Minister's strong stance and the Indian defense forces' actions following the terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. Operation Sindoor, launched on the intervening night of May 7-8, struck nine terror sites inside Pakistan. "Today, I write to you not just as a grateful son, but as a proud Indian. As the nation salutes the triumph of Operation Sindoor, I write to you with deep admiration. It was not just a response; it was a statement--a bold, decisive message to the world that Bharat does not flinch, Bharat does not forget, and Bharat always rises," read a part of his letter. Praising the discipline and courage shown by the armed forces under Modi's leadership, the actor added, "Under your leadership, our defense forces have demonstrated unmatched precision, discipline, and bravery. Their success is our pride. We stand united as ONE PEOPLE, ONE VOICE, ONE NATION. Jai Hind. Jai Karnataka. Jai Bharat." Meanwhile, on Saturday, amid escalating cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, US President Donald Trump announced that both nations had agreed to a "full and immediate ceasefire.'' Sharing a post on social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, "After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both countries for using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced that India will continue its firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism. "India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so," he said in a post on X.
India Gazette
10-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Kichcha Sudeepa pens letter to PM Modi, lauds 'Operation Sindoor'
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 26 (ANI): Actor Kichcha Sudeepa lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and praised the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, calling it 'not just a response, but a statement.' Sudeep, in a letter to Modi, expressed his admiration for the Prime Minister's strong stance and the Indian defense forces' actions following the May 2 terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives. Operation Sindoor, launched on the intervening night of May 7-8, struck nine terror sites inside Pakistan. 'Today, I write to you not just as a grateful son, but as a proud Indian. As the nation salutes the triumph of Operation Sindoor, I write to you with deep admiration. It was not just a response; it was a statement--a bold, decisive message to the world that Bharat does not flinch, Bharat does not forget, and Bharat always rises,' read a part of his letter. Praising the discipline and courage shown by the armed forces under Modi's leadership, the actor added, 'Under your leadership, our defense forces have demonstrated unmatched precision, discipline, and bravery. Their success is our pride. We stand united as ONE PEOPLE, ONE VOICE, ONE NATION. Jai Hind. Jai Karnataka. Jai Bharat.' Meanwhile, on Saturday, amid escalating cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan, US President Donald Trump announced that both nations had agreed to a 'full and immediate ceasefire.' Sharing a post on social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, 'After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both countries for using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!' External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced that India will continue its firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism. 'India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so,' he said in a post on X. (ANI)
