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News18
4 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
BJP's Event To Mark 50 Years Of Emergency: Amit Shah, Heroes Who Fought Against Indira To Attend
Last Updated: This by-invitation exhibition will have a series of stands chronicling the Emergency era and the formation of first non-Congress government of Morarji Desai, News18 has learnt The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is making big plans for June 25, the day which will mark 50 years of the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi. The Centre, meanwhile, has scheduled events which will last a year. With the Congress-led Opposition often accusing the Modi government of causing 'death of democracy" and imposing 'undeclared emergency", the BJP plans to use the occasion to strike back. On the eve of the 50th anniversary of the imposition of Emergency in India, BJP's think tank Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation (SPMRF) has organised a mega event at Delhi's Prime Minister Museum and Library. This strictly by-invitation event will have a huge exhibition, with a series of stands chronicling the Emergency era and the fight against it and the formation of the first non-Congress government of Morarji Desai, News18 has learnt. 'Every prominent opposition leader of the time from all political spectrums who fought against the Emergency will be prominently displayed in the exhibition. After all, everyone fought it together," said a source privy to the developments. From Gujarat Navnirman agitation to Jayaprakash Narayan's movement — the exhibition is likely to feature all key moments that shaped India spanning from 1975 to 1977, which was marked by suspension of civil liberties, censorship of the press, and widespread persecution of political opponents. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be the chief guest who will deliver the keynote address of the evening. Shah will speak for around 45 minutes, where he is expected to lash out at the Congress in his signature style. Invites are now being sent out. 'This eve of reflection will revisit the suppression of civil liberties, censorship of the press, and imprisonment of political voices during the Emergency and will reaffirm our enduring commitment to democratic values and constitutional freedoms," reads the invite that News18 has seen. Binay Kumar Singh, Director of SPMRF, wants to set the tone a night before the D-Day when the BJP's youth and the whole government apparatus goes into making it a big success. The Centre has already instructed all states and Union Territories to undertake a year-long commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Emergency's imposition as 'Constitution Murder Day' with a Mashal yatra launched from Delhi on June 25, which will end at Kartavya Path on March 21, 2026, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance.
The Print
4 hours ago
- Politics
- The Print
Dhankhar slams Supreme Court over Emergency-era verdict, says darkest in judicial history
Dhankhar also questioned the then president Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed for signing the proclamation of Emergency on the 'instance' of then prime minister Indira Gandhi and not the entire council of ministers. According to an official statement, he said the judgment of the Supreme Court overruling that of nine high courts legitimised dictatorship and authoritarianism. New Delhi, Jun 20 (PTI) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday slammed the Supreme Court for its verdict delivered during the Emergency, dubbing it as the 'darkest' in the judicial history of the world. Addressing a group of Rajya Sabha interns here, the vice president said, 'A president cannot act on the advice of an individual, the prime minister. The Constitution is very categorical. 'There is a council of ministers headed by the PM to aid and advise the president. This was one violation, but what was the result? More than 1,00,000 citizens of this country were put behind bars in hours,' he said. Referring to the role of the judiciary during the Emergency, Dhankhar said, 'That was a time when the fundamental essence of democracy capsized in times of distress. People look up to the judiciary. 'Nine high courts in the country have gloriously defined that emergency or no emergency, people have fundamental rights and there is access to the justice system. Unfortunately, the Supreme Court overturned all nine high courts and gave a judgment which will be the darkest in the history of any judicial institution in the world that believes in the rule of law,' he further said. Dhankhar pointed out that the decision was that 'it is the will of the executive to have Emergency for as much time as it thinks fit'. The top court also ruled that during an Emergency, there are no fundamental rights. 'So the judgment of the Supreme Court legitimised dictatorship, authoritarianism and despotism in this land,' he said. The vice president said the present government has 'wisely' decided to observe June 25 every year as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas'. Emergency remained in force between June 25, 1975 and March 21, 1977. PTI NAB NAB KSS KSS This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Egypt Today
4 hours ago
- Egypt Today
All Egyptian pilgrims return home within one week amid regional escalation
File- The first group of Egyptian pilgrims of this year, 2023, boarding the plane to Saudi Arabia- press photo CAIRO – 20 June 2025 – Amid ongoing military escalation in the region between Iran and Israel, all Egyptian pilgrims who traveled through tourism companies for Hajj have safely returned home from Saudi Arabia within a single week. Samia Sami, Assistant Minister for Tourism Companies and Head of the Official Egyptian Hajj Tourist Mission, stated that the pilgrimage concluded in record time due to the regional situation. A total of 80 tourist buses, carrying approximately 7,500 pilgrims, departed smoothly from Mecca and Medina and traveled via the Halat Ammar land crossing on the Saudi-Jordanian border, continuing through the Jordanian port of Aqaba and arriving at Egypt's Nuweiba port. Sami noted that the Central Emergency Operations Room—established by the Hajj mission under ministerial directives—closely monitored all bus movements from Saudi Arabia to Egypt. This was done in full coordination with Saudi, Jordanian, and Egyptian authorities to ensure a safe and organized return. She emphasized that the success of this expedited operation was made possible through continuous coordination between all relevant agencies across the three countries. As a result, the entire overland pilgrimage concluded without significant delays or congestion. Sami expressed her deep appreciation to the authorities and agencies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Arab Republic of Egypt. She also extended gratitude to the Chamber of Travel and Tourism Companies and Agencies, and to the tourism companies responsible for organizing this year's overland Hajj trips, for their swift response and effective collaboration with the mission. Regarding pilgrims returning via air travel, Sami confirmed that arrangements are ongoing to facilitate their return on scheduled flights. The final groups are expected to arrive within the coming days, with continued efforts to ensure their comfort and safety throughout the process.
BBC News
5 hours ago
- BBC News
Swindon kebab shop rat infestation leads to longer closure
A kebab shop will remain closed after a judge was shown evidence of a major rat Kebab, located on Manchester Road in Swindon, was initially forced to close its doors after Swindon Borough Council's Environmental Health team responded to a complaint from a member of the the visit on 5 June, officers found rat droppings and evidence of gnawing in the food preparation areas, along with the smell of inspectors noted there was an imminent risk to the health of customers and shut the premises to protect the public. 'Extreme case' District Judge Kirsty Allman, sitting at Swindon Magistrates' Court on Thursday, imposed a Hygiene Emergency Prohibition Order on the shop after being presented with evidence of the inspection by the urine stains and droppings were found on the lids of plastic containers for spices within the kitchen. Gnawed flour bags were also found on shelves among the rat were found in walls, floors and doors making it easy for the rodents to enter the premises. The cleaning standards were also found to be poor with a build-up of debris and rodent smears on floors and lack of appropriate cleaning chemicals for food contact surfaces was also noted while containers, utensils, chopping boards and crockery were stored openly in areas of rodent and general personal hygiene was also observed to be poor. The emergency prohibition order granted by the court allows the council to keep the shop shut until it is satisfied that the safety of customers can be met. Councillor Jim Grant, Cabinet Member for Joint Working and Communities, said: "The conditions found in this kebab shop were appalling."He added: "This is an extreme case but it is a reminder to all food business owners of their responsibilities when it comes to food hygiene."I'd like to personally thank the member of the public who reported this infestation to us, so our environmental health officers could take prompt action to protect the health of customers."
India Gazette
18 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"June 25 is a black day...": West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari on 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas'
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 19 (ANI): As West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee condemned the idea of observing June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas', Leader of Opposition in West Bengal Assembly and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday said that June 25 is a black day and every 'nationalist citizen' will observe the 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas'. 'It is a black day. We observe this every year. Not only the BJP but also every nationalist citizen observes it. In West Bengal, many people were jailed during the emergency due to politics and ideology. Every year, we give them a reception. It will happen this year too,' Suvendu Adhikari said. Earlier on Wednesday, CM Mamata Banerjee questioned if democracy prevailed in the country under the current government. 'The Central government says that it will celebrate Samvidhan Hatya Diwas on completing 50 years of Emergency this year. I object to the statement 'Samvidhan Hatya'. The Constitution is the basis of our rights; it is the mother of democracy. How can they call it Samvidhan Hatya?' Mamata Banerjee said. Earlier West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday condemned the idea of observing June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas' and said that she objected to the name. She questioned if democracy prevailed in the country under the current government. 'The Central government says that it will celebrate Samvidhan Hatya Diwas on completing 50 years of Emergency this year. I object to the statement 'Samvidhan Hatya'. The Constitution is the basis of our rights; it is the mother of democracy. How can they call it Samvidhan Hatya?' she asked. Last week, the Centre announced that 25 will be observed as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas'(Constitution Murder Day) to pay tributes to all those who suffered and fought against the gross abuse of power during the period of Emergency government said that every year on June 25, the country will remember the great contribution of those who endured the 'inhuman pain' of the Emergency of 1975. A notification has also been issued by the Government of India to celebrate June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas'. (ANI)
