JP Nadda
Health and Family Welfare Minister / Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister · Ministry of Health and Family Welfare · BJP
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Rahul Gandhi leads INDIA bloc to demand Gyanesh Kumar resign as Chief Election Commissioner
Rahul Gandhi led the INDIA bloc and 150 MPs to meet President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi to demand Gyanesh Kumar resign as Chief Election Commissioner. They submitted a memorandum demanding the repeal of the 2023 law, restoration of 13.3 crore voters, and paper ballots. Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of fear, while JP Nadda dismissed the opposition's claims.
Delhi University Election Results: No '<i>Goonj</i>', Only '<i>Dhamaka</i>': BJP's Dig At Rahul Gandhi After ABVP Sweeps Delhi University Polls
After the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) won three of four key positions in the Delhi University Students' Union elections, JP Nadda and other BJP leaders criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's youth outreach "Chhatron Ki Goonj." ABVP secured presidency, secretary, and joint secretary posts; independent candidate Deepanshu Shokeen won vice-president. Results announced Saturday evening reflected student support for ABVP over the NSUI-backed candidates. Amit Shah, Pralhad Joshi, and other ministers congratulated ABVP on their victory.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta: Basement Water, Repair Work Trigger 50-Year-Old Building Collapse, Killing 6
Rekha Gupta, Delhi's Chief Minister, announced that water accumulation in the basement and ongoing repair work caused a 50-year-old building in Satya Niketan to collapse, killing six and injuring six others. Approximately 80% of debris has been cleared; an FIR was registered against the owner, and nearby buildings are being inspected. The MCD issued a demolition order for House No. 13 under Section 348 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act.
Tharoor Alarms: EBF Rates Plummet 7.9%, Urges Paid Leave
On Saturday, Shashi Tharoor raised concerns over the decline in Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) rates for infants under six months from 63.7% to 55.8%, citing data from NFHS-6. He addressed JP Nadda and Annpurna Devi, noting that women return to work within weeks post-delivery, leading to lower EBF rates in rural areas and states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Tharoor highlighted the need for paid maternity leave and stricter enforcement of the Infant Milk Substitutes Act.
Vidhana Soudha Police register zero FIR against Uttarakhand BJP members over purification ritual claim
On August 31, the Vidhana Soudha Police in Bengaluru registered a zero FIR against Uttarakhand BJP members over an alleged "purification ritual" at Ramlila Ground in Haldwani following Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's rally on August 8. T R Ramappa, former vice-chairman of the ST Department of the Indian National Congress, filed a complaint alleging that the ritual was intended to render the venue "impure" due to Kharge’s Scheduled Caste background.
BJP plans reshuffle: 12 minister swaps to boost youth, women before 2029 polls
NDTV reported on Tuesday that the BJP plans to reshuffle India's Union Council of Ministers, aiming for younger faces and new allies before the 2029 polls. With 12 vacancies out of a possible 81 members, ministers with new party roles or ending Rajya Sabha terms may be replaced. The changes will also consider workload distribution and performance, potentially increasing the number of younger ministers and women. Inductions are eyed from states like Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Punjab, West Bengal, and potential new allies such as the DMK or NCP.
Nitin Nabin, BJP President, is set to reconstitute the party's Parliamentary Board
Nitin Nabin, BJP President, is set to reconstitute the party's Parliamentary Board and Central Election Committee. The board, which can have up to 12 members including the president, influences key appointments and policies but has faced controversies over membership. Questions arise about including Chief Ministers and former presidents like JP Nadda and Nitin Gadkari. The National Executive and Council will also be formed with mandated quotas for women and SC/ST categories.
BJP eyes reshuffle for 'Mission 2029' as seven states gear up for polls
Speculation about a reshuffle in the BJP-led Union government has intensified as it prepares for 'Mission 2029' and upcoming assembly elections in seven states. The need arises from recent party expansions, including Trinamool Congress rebels joining the NDA and Shiv Sena faction changes. Vacancies due to resignations and term expirations also prompt consideration of new appointments, particularly to address caste and regional equations ahead of key state polls in 2027.
Kharge Hits Back at Shah: "When I Became MLA, You Were Just a Child"
Mallikarjun Kharge, 84, criticized Amit Shah at a Goa rally for questioning the Congress's patriotism, reminding him that when Kharge first became an MLA, Shah was a child. The criticism followed Shah’s allegation that Sonia Gandhi had stopped Vande Mataram midway during Independence Day celebrations. The Congress defended itself by stating that the full version of Vande Mataram was sung and cited historical context for partial usage due to religious sensitivity. Kharge also accused BJP leaders of lacking moral authority on patriotism, referencing a purification ritual after his speech in Uttarakhand.
BJP taps Ram Madhav as national vice president after six-year break, bolstering RSS ties
The BJP appointed Ram Madhav as national vice president after a six-year absence, marking his return to the core team. Sunil Bansal, an RSS pracharak and key in BJP election campaigns, was retained as national general secretary, alongside BL Santhosh, who continues with two RSS pracharaks as deputies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a role in Madhav's new assignment. This move strengthens the BJP’s leadership with figures having long RSS backgrounds.
JP Nadda admitted to AIIMS Delhi for coronary angiography
On August 13, 2026, JP Nadda, the Union Health Minister, was admitted to AIIMS Delhi due to uneasiness. He underwent a coronary angiography and is currently stable under observation in the cardiology department at AIIMS New Delhi. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff.
Kharge Condemns Caste-Based Purification Ritual by Shri Ram Sena at Haldwani Rally Site
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge condemned a purification ritual performed by the right-wing group 'Shri Ram Sena' at Haldwani's Ramlila Maidan in Uttarakhand after his rally on August 10, claiming it was caste-based discrimination against Dalits. BJP leader JP Nadda denied BJP involvement and promised an inquiry. Kharge demanded action under the Untouchability Act.
