Gujarat2012 News - Page 13

EC transfers Gujarat bureaucrats for fair poll

The Election Commission also transferred the district collectors of Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Tapi and Dahod.

Modi shares dais with Bhagwat, Singhal

The three leaders were briefly joined by Yoga Guru Ramdev, who is touring the state for his Yoga camps.

First jolt to Keshubhai: Jeswani returns to BJP

Retired IPS officer KD Patadia also joined BJP on Wednesday.

BJP backs Modi, says centre neglected Gujarat's progress

Defending Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi for criticising the Centre during his poll campaign, BJP today said had the UPA government not discriminated against Gujarat, the state would have progressed much more rapidly.

Gujarat 2012: Why Congress will be happy to settle for second place

The Congress already knows the outcome of the Gujarat elections but will be desperate to hold on to its place as the second biggest party in the state.

EC transfers 4 Collectors, IPS officers before Gujarat polls

To ensure free and fair elections in Gujarat, the Election Commission has directed the state government to transfer four Collectors and as many IPS officers with immediate effect.

Gujarat polls: EVMs with Braille numbers, special ramps for disabled

In a bid to increase participation of disabled voters in Gujarat Assembly polls next month, the Election Commission has introduced Braille numbers and ballot papers besides setting up ramps at polling booths for their convenience.

Creating history: Gujarat polls may be fully computer-aided

Election Commission has developed a software called Electronic Roll Management System (ERMS) for the whole process of elections.

SP to contest 160 seats in Gujarat; Mulayam, Akhilesh to campaign

Samajwadi Party, the ruling party in Uttar Pradesh, had tested Gujarat's political waters during the 2007 Assembly polls.

Modi govt corrupt, Lokayukta in 3 days if voted to power: Congress

Alleging widespread corruption in Gujarat under Chief Minister Narendra Modi, Opposition Congress vowed to appoint a Lokayukta within three days if voted to power.

Is Modi piggybacking on the forever vibrant Gujarat story?

Every state has multiple narratives - that of development and apathy. Will the development agenda override all other narratives in poll bound Gujarat?

Modi's claims on development are lies: Keshubhai

He also blamed Modi-led BJP government for failing to complete the Narmada canal project in time.

Anti-Congress speech? Ramdev aims for thunder, fails to fire

Baba Ramdev was given alms of Rs 2,100 and requested to leave the venue.

Poll manager Amit Shah's fate depends on SC order, BJP nervous

With Gujarat going to polls on 13 and 17 December, the uncertainty over Shah's availability during that time has become a worry for the BJP including Modi.

Zing! Tharoor takes Modi down on Twitter

Newly sworn in Minister of State for Human Resource Development Shashi Tharoor delivered the king of comebacks to Narendra Modi's comment on his '50 crore girlfriend' on his personal Twitter timeline.

Battlefront Gujarat: Ramdev hails Modi, slams Congress

Ramdev made it clear that he is not going to campaign for BJP, but will support anyone who can make Congress bite the dust in the forthcoming polls.

Gujarat tour operators make polls a tourist attraction!

The final call remains with the Election Commission, whose permission Gato has sought to move ahead.

Gujarat polls: BJP to announce candidates post Diwali

BJP will announce names of candidates contesting upcoming Assembly elections after Diwali, a party leader said.

2002 riots still rankle but Muslims less bitter about Modi: Survey

The Muslim mood is perceptibly mellower; however, both many in their community and Hindus, too, feel Modi should apologise for the riots.

There's something about Modi: US thaws, might give him visa

The US seems to be showing signs of resuming diplomatic relations with Narendra Modi, who had been denied a visa in 2005 for failing to stop the 2002 riots.

Gujarat trader fasts for Modi, wants him to win

The businessman wants Narendra Modi to get his third stint as chief minister as basic amenities developed under the BJP stalwart.

Modi explains why Sonia isn't talking about 2002 riots

In an exclusive interview to CNN-IBN, Narendra Modi clears the air about his pro-development agenda, battle against the Centre and his Vivekananda Yuva Vikas Yatra.

Did Modi meet RSS over fears about Joshi, Keshubhai?

Is the Gujarat Chief Minister worried about potential dissent denting his victory in the upcoming state elections?

Aligarh Muslim Univ alumni flock to Ahmedabad, back Modi

Convener of AMU Old Boys Association, Bihar, Raees Azam along with his group will be in Gujarat in the next three weeks.

Keshubhai's exit takes Leuva Patels away from BJP, party worried

BJP has no other leader who can challenge Patel's clout, forcing the party to scramble and look for someone who can fill the gap.

Gujarat polls will help NDA choose Nitish or Modi for PM: BJP

Thakur said although there are some differences with the Janata Dal-United, the overall relationship between the two parties is good.

Vastanvi did not violate model code: EC to BJP

The EC, in a letter to BJP vice-president Purshottam Rupala on Monday, communicated that it was not necessary to take action against Vastanvi.

Gujarat polls: EC warns against any attempt to disturb atmosphere

The Election Commission (EC) today warned that it will not tolerate any activities which would disturb or vitiate the atmosphere during the Gujarat Assembly elections to be held in December.

Modi opens up on becoming PM, Godhra riots, Sonia Gandhi

As Modi gets ready for Gujarat elections in 2012, his political ambitions will be questioned - is he eye-ing the big seat in Delhi or is he content with 'Vibrant Gujarat'?

What Modi needs to do to become a PM candidate

As Modi gears up for the Gujarat elections 2012, the question remains - can he prove a shining star for the BJP in national politics as indisputably as Gujarat?