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Violence due to terrorism, insurgency, left-wing extremism down 80%: Shah

The country has seen an 80 per cent reduction in violence from terrorism in Kashmir, insurgency in the Northeast and left-wing extremism under the Narendra Modi government, said Union home minister Amit Shah, underscoring that the prime minister's vision is to see India at the top in the world. Shah was speaking at an event organised by the Lokmat Media group in Nagpur to celebrate the birth centenary of founder-editor and veteran freedom fighter Jawaharlal Darda, popularly known as 'Babuji', and the golden jubilee of its Marathi newspaper's edition from the city. Explaining the three big aims of Amrit Kaal', the 25-year period culminating in the centenary of India's independence, mooted by PM Modi, Shah said the first goal is to showcase the sacrifices of freedom fighters before the present generation. The second aim is to bring before the people the progress made by the country in the past 75 years, while the third aim is to ensure that India reaches the top in all sectors in the

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Kashmir is filled with tourists after abrogation of Article 370: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Kashmir has become a tourist destination rather than a place for protests, stone pelting, and revolution.While speaking at the 76th Raising Day celebrations of Delhi police at Kingsway camp, Shah said, "India's law and order, and safety have seen positive development since 2014. Every day in Kashmir used to be a place for protests, stone pelting & revolution. Today, Kashmir is filled with tourists."Shah was referring to the development that had taken place in Kashmir post abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution of India."It is a moment of pride that I am part of a legacy of more than 75 years. Delhi Police has been known for their work since independence to the present day and has been appreciated by the whole nation," he added."We feel empowered as we think of Kashmir as we travel across the country. The instances of leftist politics & extremism have decreased now considerably," he stated.On Thursday, Shah said ...

Amit Shah to take part in roadshow in poll-bound Nagaland on Feb 20

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit poll-bound Nagaland on February 20 where he will participate in a mega roadshow

2023 significant year for Delhi Police in view of G20, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday asserted that 2023 will be a significant year for the Delhi Police as the force will have to stay alert since the national capital will be hosting international dignitaries for G20 summit. Speaking at the 76th Raising Day parade of the Delhi Police, he also paid tributes to ASI Shambhu Dayal, who was stabbed to death by a snatcher in west Delhi's Mayapuri last month. "2023 will be a significant year for the Delhi Police since India will be hosting the G20 summit. In terms of traffic and security, the city police will have to stay alert since heads of several countries will be here," Shah said. He added that during the COVID-19 pandemic, the humane side of Delhi Police was seen by everyone as the personnel helped the elderly and other vulnerable sections of the society. "During this time, many security personnel also lost their lives," the minister added.

BJP has nothing to hide on Adani issue: Home minister Amit Shah

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Amit Shah presents President's Colour to Haryana Police in Karnal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday presented the President's Colour to Haryana Police in recognition of its exceptional service. Shah presented the award on behalf of President Dedroupadi Murmu in a ceremony at the Haryana Police Academy in Karnal's Madhuban. The President's Colour is a special flag awarded to a military, paramilitary or police unit as a mark of recognition for its services. A replica of the flag presented to the unit can be worn as an insignia by all officers and ranks of the force on their uniform. Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Home Minister Anil Vij, Vidhan Sabha Speaker Gian Chand Gupta and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Not first time remarks were expunged, people see what happens in Parl: Shah

He also referred to comments on social media platforms after PM Modi's speech in Rajya Sabha which saw constant disruptions

It's natural PM Modi will get credit for successful G20 Summit: Amit Shah

Pointing out that every state is part of India's G20 Presidency, Home Minister Amit Shah has said that it is natural that credit for a successful summit will go to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

"Nobody's contribution should be removed," Shah on erasing Mughal history

Reacting sharply to allegations of erasing history of Mughals and changing the names of the cities associated with them,Shah has said that the BJP state governments have taken "well-thought decisions"

PFI was promoting radicalism, we banned it rising above politics: Amit Shah

Noting that the govt has successfully banned Popular Front of India from rising above vote-bank politics, Home Minister Shah has said that the organisation promoted radicalism and religious bigotry

Before 12PM on counting day, BJP will cross majority mark in Tripura: Shah

Expressing confidence of BJP getting full majority in the Tripura assembly elections, Union Minister Shah said that the BJP is seeking a mandate to make the state prosperous in the next five years

Nothing for BJP to hide, be afraid of: Shah on allegations over Adani row

"The Supreme Court has taken cognizance of the matter. As a minister, if the Supreme Court is seized of the matter it is not right for me to comment," Shah said

EC to take call on J&K elections, statehood after assembly polls: Amit Shah

Shah said Article 370 pertaining to Jammu and Kashmir, which was abrogated by the BJP-led government in 2019, had harmed the country

BJP has no competition in 2024 LS polls, PM has people's support: Shah

Noting that there is marked positive change in the lives of people at the grassroots due to initiatives of the Centre, Amit Shah has said there is "no competition" for BJP in 2024 elections.

Jodi of PM Modi and CM Saha will make Tripura prosperous state: Amit Shah

People of Tripura have seen the bad governance of Communists, witnessed corrupted governance during Congress time, and have suffered violence, Shah said while addressing a Vijay Sankalp Rally

'Shah's June 2019 Srinagar visit was to give final touch before abrogation'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Srinagar on June 26 in 2019 was to give the final touch to the government's resolve for carrying out the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, Lt General (retired) K J S Dhillon has claimed in his yet-to-be-released book. 'Kitne Ghazi Aaye Kitne Ghazi Gaye', authored by Dhillon, will be released on February 14 as a mark of respect to the 40 Central Reserve Police Force personnel who were killed in a suicide car bomb attack in 2019 near Lethpora in South Kashmir. Amit Shah's visit on June 26, 2019, was already touted to be a precursor for a dramatic announcement and "I got a call at 2 am in the morning, informing me of a meeting with the home minister at 7 am", Dhillon said in his book. Without divulging much about his meeting with the home minister, the retired Lt General, who was the head of the army's strategic Srinagar-based XV Corps, wrote that "a lot of sensitive issues and key points were on the table for discussion apart from

Shah addresses IPS batch convocation, says security scenario is changing

Noting that security scenario is changing from geographical to thematic, Amit Shah laid thrust on multi-dimensional policing and said police force has to be accessible, accountable and approachable

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NDA successful in controlling terror in J&K, insurgency in northeast: Shah

The BJP-led government at the Centre has substantially succeeded in controlling terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, insurgency in the north-east and Left wing extremism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said here on Saturday. Speaking at the passing out parade of the 74th batch of the Indian Police Service (IPS) probationers at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA) here, Shah said under the leadership of Indian government agencies, police forces in the entire country carried out a successful operation in a single day against an organisation like the Popular Front of India (PFI). He told the IPS probationers that a new approach is needed in securing economic centres of the country, protecting the human rights of the poor, making investigation evidence-based and curbing the terror links of narcotics besides enhancing focus on the cyber and financial fraud front. Shah said if you see the internal security situation before eight years, Jammu and Kashmir, the ...