Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi is appointed by the central government as the new Army Chief. He will take charge on the 30th of June 2024. Current Army Chief General Manoj C Pandey is retiring on June 30.
As soon as Prime Minister Narendra Modi formed the government for the third time, the work of giving a green signal to the pending appointments started. The central government has appointed Upendra Dwivedi as the next Army Chief from the afternoon of June 30.
Additional Directorate General of Public Information of the Indian Army posted on X about the appointment of the Army Chief.
After the sixth phase of elections on May 25, the Central Government extended the service of Army Chief General Manoj Pandey by one month. For this reason, he will remain in office till June 30. Earlier he was scheduled to retire on May 31. The extension was done on the 26th of May 2024 under Rule 16A (4) of the Army Rules, 1954. Moreover, due to the ongoing election, the extension was done.
Biography of Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi
Early Life
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi was born on 1 July 1964. Gen Dwivedi is an alumnus of Sainik School, Rewa. He then joined the National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla and later the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun. An alumnus of the US Army War College, Lt Dwivedi has also undergone courses at DSSC Wellington and Army War College (Mhow).
Also awarded ‘Distinguished Fellow’ in the prestigious NDC equivalent course at USAWC, Carlisle, USA. Lieutenant General Dwivedi has done an M.Phil in Defense and Management Studies. Moreover, he has two master’s degrees in Strategic Studies and Military Science.
Commissioned in the Indian Army
He was commissioned in the Infantry (Jammu and Kashmir Rifles) of the Indian Army on the 15th of December 1984. During nearly 40 years of military service, he has served in various command, staff, instructional and overseas appointments. It comprises the commands of Regiment (18 Jammu and Kashmir Rifles), Brigade (26 Sector Assam Rifles), DIG, Assam Rifles (East) and 9 Corps. Before he was appointed Deputy Chief of Army Staff, he held important appointments including Director General Infantry and General Officer Commanding in Chief (HQ Northern Command) from 2022-2024.
Personal life of Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi
Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi is married to Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, who is a science graduate and a homemaker. Mrs. Sunita Dwivedi has been associated with Aarushi, an institute for specially-abled children, in Bhopal. The couple is blessed with two daughters.
Mohan Majhi will be the 15th Chief Minister of Odisha and will lead the first BJP government in the state. Odisha finally got its new Chief Minister this evening, a week after the election results. The name of the new Chief Minister of Odisha has been announced. In the meeting held in Bhuvemeshwar today evening the BJP MLAs expressed confidence in the name of Mohan Majhi for Chief Minister of Odisha.
BJP had appointed Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav as observers to choose the CM in Odisha state. After which both these Union Ministers reached Odisha on Tuesday for the selection of CM. The name of Mohan Majhi was approved after the meeting held with the MLAs here. At the same time, along with CM Mohan Majhi, two deputy CMs have also been selected. Prabhati Pravida and KV Singh will be the two Deputy Chief Ministers for Odisha.
Who is Mohan Majhi?
Mohan Charan Majhi was born in the year 1972 in Raikalan, Keonjhar district of Odisha. After receiving primary education, he started his political journey as Sarpanch. Afterwards, he joined politics and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gradually he started being counted as a strong tribal leader of BJP in Odisha.
In the year 2000, Majhi was elected as a BJP candidate from the Keonjhar assembly constituency and won. After this, in the year 2009, the BJP again expressed confidence in Mohan Charan Majhi. He contested and won the elections from Keonjhar assembly seat. Moreover, in 2019, Manjhi once again won from Keonjhar assembly seat on the BJP ticket. Furthermore, Mohan Charan Majhi won from Keonjhar Assembly for the fourth time in 2024. This time in the election, Mohan Charan Majhi got a total of 87815 votes and he defeated his nearest rival Meena Majhi of Biju Janata Dal by a huge margin of 11577 votes.
According to the affidavit given to the Election Commission, the total worth of movable and immovable assets of Majhi and his family is Rs 1.97 crore.
Mohan Majhi will be the 15th Chief Minister of Odisha
This time, the Bharatiya Janata Party expressed confidence in Majhi, who won from the same assembly constituency four times and appointed him the 15th Chief Minister of Odisha. Mohan Charan Majhi will be the 15th Chief Minister of Odisha and will lead the first BJP government in the state.
This time in the Odisha Assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party stopped Vijayrath of Biju Janata Dal in the state and registered a big victory. By winning 78 seats, Bharatiya Janata Party emerged as the largest party in Odisha. On the other hand, Biju Janata Dal won 51 seats. BJD has ruled Odisha for the last 24 years.
A new government will soon be formed in Odisha. The party had contested the elections under the leadership of PM Modi without declaring a chief ministerial candidate. The swearing-in of the newly elected BJP government is to take place on June 12. BJP is going to form its government in Odisha for the first time.
PM Modi will attend the swearing-in ceremony
Party sources said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi can reach Bhubaneswar at 2.30 pm on Wednesday and will go to Raj Bhavan from the airport. After this, he will reach Janata Maidan to participate in the swearing-in ceremony. Strict security arrangements are being made at the proposed venue for the swearing-in ceremony.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Ministers of other states will also attend the ceremony.
Naveen Patnaik will attend the swearing-in ceremony
A delegation led by Odisha BJP state president Manmohan Samal met Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday. Manmohan invited Patnaik to the swearing-in ceremony of the first BJP government in Odisha to be held on Wednesday. Moreover, Manmohan Samal along with senior party leaders Basant Kumar Panda, Suresh Pujari, Sameer Mohanty and Nityanand Gond went to Naveen Patnaik’s house to invite the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) supremo.
Manmohan Samal said we invited Naveen Patnaik for the swearing-in ceremony. Navin Patnaik has accepted the invitation and has assured us that he will attend the event. Manmohan said invitations will also be sent to the Congress President and senior leaders of various political parties for the swearing-in ceremony.
A BJP team had gone to Puri to invite Bhagwan Jagannath.
A special team of the state BJP also went to Jagannath Temple in Puri today on Tuesday to invite Lord Jagannath for the swearing-in ceremony. Let us tell you that after winning 78 out of 147 seats in the recently concluded assembly elections. The BJP is going to form the government on its own for the first time in Odisha on Wednesday.
Giorgia Meloni emerges as the strongest politician in Europe following a victory in the European Union Elections. There is a wave of right-wing parties in Europe’s three largest countries, Germany, France and Italy. Moreover, the positions of French President Emmanuel Macron and Germany’s Olaf Scholtz are weak in the elections. On the other hand, the position of Giorgia Meloni is strong. Thus now the command of Europe will be in the hands of Italy.
In India also where NDA a right-wing alliance won the election under the leadership of Modi. Meloni has given congratulations to Modi on social media. It seems that the right-wing politics is moving ahead around the world.
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The European Union parliamentary elections have seen a wave of right-wing parties in Europe’s three largest countries, Germany, France and Italy. Also, right-wing parties have won big victories in many other European countries like Austria and Belgium. Its effect is also visible. Snap parliamentary elections have been announced in France and Belgian Prime Minister Alexandre De Croo has resigned following his party’s defeat in national and EU elections. The biggest victory in these elections has been seen by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who managed to increase her vote percentage and seats amid the anti-incumbency wave. After these elections, she is seen as the kingmaker of Europe for two reasons.
After these elections, Giorgia Meloni is seen as the kingmaker of Europe for two reasons.
1 Performance of Giorgia Meloni
After the weakening of French President Emmanuel Macron and Germany’s Olaf Scholz in the elections, Georgia Meloni has emerged as the strongest politician in Europe. In these elections, her Party got about 29% votes, which is more than 26% of the national elections held last year. Furthermore, her party seats in the European Parliament are going to increase four times to around 23 to 25 as compared to 6 last time.
On the other hand, after the weakening of Europe’s two strongest leaders, it is being seen as the link between Europe’s centre-right group and far-right groups.
2 The threat of right-wing in major countries of Europe
France
Marine Le Pen
Marine Le Pen, the right-wing leader of the National Rally Party, has caused the biggest upset in Europe. Her party has emerged as the largest party in France with about 33% of votes. Moreover, it is considered certain that they will get about 31 seats in the European Parliament.
Whereas President Emmanuel Macron’s party got only 15% votes. Disappointed Macron immediately dissolved the Parliament and announced mid-term elections for the Parliament. It may be difficult for Macron to serve the remaining three-year term as President if he loses parliamentary elections.
Germany
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, considered far-right and close to Nazi ideology, has been in second place in Germany in the elections. This lead of AfD is being considered important given the federal elections to be held in Germany next year. At the same time, the alliance with the main opposition party Christian Democratic Alliance has got the maximum 30% votes. Whereas Shoults’s ruling coalition got about 19% votes.
Austria
For the first time, the far-right Freedom Party has received the highest number of votes, 26%. While the ruling People’s Party got 24% votes, the Social Democrats got 23% votes.
Belgium
The right-wing New Flemish Alliance emerged as the biggest winner in Belgian elections. While the far-right pro-Separatist Vlaams Belang party came in second place. The Flemish Alliance (N-VA) received 18.6% of the vote, while Vlaams Belang received 15.4%. Whereas Prime Minister Alexander De Croo’s party got only 6% votes.
Ongoing rise of right-wing in Netherlands and Hungary
In the Netherlands, Geert Wilders’s anti-immigrant right-wing Party for Freedom is projected to get 6 seats, just 2 seats less than the centre-left and Green parties. Moreover, in Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s nationalist party Fidesz managed to get the most votes.
The majority of the centre-right will remain
Ursula Van der Leyen
After this rise of right-wing in Europe, centre-right parties still have a majority in Europe. European Commission President Ursula Van der Leyen has announced that we have won the elections. The reason for this is that the seats of his European People’s Group in the 720-member European Parliament have increased by 8 to 184 as compared to last time. Although Leon admitted that the extreme-right parties have gained in the elections. It is still the centre-right parties that bind the whole of Europe at the centre of Europe.
Spices of famous brands were found unsafe hence 12 thousand kg of spices were seized in Rajasthan. Action against adulterated spices in the state continued for the second day on Saturday in different districts. The team has seized spices worth lakhs of rupees.
While releasing the detailed details of the action, Additional Chief Secretary of the Medical and Health Department, Shubhra Singh said that samples were taken from big spice companies. On finding samples unsafe, the authorities took actions such as seizing the unsafe spices. Moreover, samples of other batches from all the districts were collected. During this period, more than 12 thousand kg of spices were seized. Moreover, 71 enforcement samples were taken.
Food Safety Commissioner Iqbal Khan said that samples were taken and action was taken to seize them after being found unsafe. Pav Bhaji Masala, Sambhar Masala, Garam Masala, Chaat Masala, Sabji Masala, Raita Masala, Chana Masala etc. of MDH, Sheeba Fresh, Everest, Hamdard, Shyam Dhani, Ramdev and other brands will be banned.
Spices seized in this districts
In the following district, the spices were seized
Barmer
Everest masala worth more than Rs 20 lakh and MDH brand masala worth Rs 10 lakh were seized while taking action against Mahesh Enterprise, a firm in Nehru Nagar in Krishi Mandi.
Spices seized in Alwar
940 packets of 100 grams of Raita Masala were seized from Ciba Masala Udyog. They have a spice manufacturing and sales unit located on Itarana Road. Moreover, 880 packets of 100 grams of garam masala and 880 packets of 100 grams of chana masala were seized from Lakshmi Agencies. This firm is a wholesaler of MDH located in Tilak Market. Similarly, samples of meat masala and chole masala were taken for testing from Jagadamba Enterprises. They are the wholesaler of Everest masala in Tejmandi.
Pali
7420 kg of spices were seized from Arihant Food Products situated in Sardhana village in Tehsil Raipur of Pali district.
Cumin powder mixed with talcum powder
In Beawar, the Food Safety Team inspected M/s Kiran Industries and seized 420 kg of cumin powder. It was prepared by mixing with talcum powder. The team has sent samples of adulterated cumin to the laboratory.
Russia has recently done something it has never done before. Russia has taken a big step regarding America. It is no secret that the relationship between Russia and America has deteriorated. America has supported Ukraine from the beginning of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Not only this, America has also given and is still giving a lot of military assistance to Ukraine to use in the war against Russia. Besides, America has also imposed many sanctions on Russia due to the war. Because of this, tension between Russia and America has increased significantly. For this reason, Russia has taken this action against America which has never been done before.
Russia declared America an Enemy
Russia has declared America an enemy for the first time. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has officially declared America an enemy of Russia in a statement. The Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced as part of a broader pattern to prevent U.S. citizens from interacting with Russia. This represents a significant shift in Russia’s language, transitioning from previous descriptions like “unfriendly states” or “opponents” to explicitly labelling the U.S. as an enemy.
This development is a clear indicator of the deteriorating relations between the United States and Russia. Moreover, it is representing a new low in their diplomatic ties. The implications of this declaration are not fully understood yet. But it could potentially lead to further escalations and tensions between the two superpowers.
History of Conflict between superpowers
The history of conflict between Russia and America spans several centuries, with geopolitical rivalry, ideological differences, and strategic interests often driving tensions between the two nations. Here’s an overview:
Cold War between Russia and America (1947-1991):
The most prominent period of conflict between Russia (then the Soviet Union) and America was the Cold War. This ideological and geopolitical struggle emerged after World War II, as the Soviet Union sought to expand its influence over Eastern Europe and promote communism globally. The United States, representing the Western bloc, opposed Soviet expansionism and championed democracy and capitalism. The Cold War featured proxy conflicts, a nuclear arms race, and intense ideological competition.
Arms Race:
During the Cold War, both countries engaged in a fierce arms race, developing and stockpiling nuclear weapons. This heightened tensions and fears of a nuclear confrontation between the two superpowers.
Proxy Wars between Russia and America:
The Cold War era saw numerous proxy conflicts where the United States and the Soviet Union supported opposing sides in global conflicts. Examples include the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and various conflicts in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Space Race:
Another aspect of the Cold War rivalry was the space race, where both countries competed to achieve significant milestones in space exploration. This competition culminated in the United States landing the first humans on the moon in 1969.
Post-Cold War Era:
Following the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, there was a brief period of cooperation and improved relations between Russia and the United States. However, tensions persisted, especially regarding NATO expansion, missile defence systems, and differing approaches to international conflicts.
Georgia and Ukraine:
Tensions between Russia and the United States escalated in the 2000s and 2010s, particularly concerning Russia’s actions in Georgia in 2008 and its annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. These events led to sanctions the United States and its allies imposed against Russia.
Syrian Civil War:
Russia’s military intervention in Syria in 2015 further strained relations with the United States, as Russia supported the Assad regime, while the U.S. backed rebel groups.
Cybersecurity and Election Interference:
Accusations of cyberattacks and interference in each other’s domestic affairs have heightened tensions between Russia and the United States in recent years. Allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and subsequent investigations have strained relations.
Arms Control and Strategic Stability:
Arms control agreements, such as the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) and the New START treaty, have been points of contention and cooperation between the two countries. The deterioration of these agreements has added to the uncertainties in their relationship.
Overall, the history of conflict between Russia and America is complex and multifaceted, characterized by periods of intense rivalry, cooperation, and ongoing geopolitical competition.
5 MLAs of Rajasthan have been elected as MPs in the Lok Sabha election in 2024 thus these five seats will become vacant. Therefore, by-elections will be held again on these five assembly seats in the next six months.
There were only 199 MLAs in the state assembly for some time. The by-election was held on the vacant Bagidaura constituency along with the Lok Sabha elections. A new MLA was elected to this seat. But the five MLAs contesting the Lok Sabha elections won the elections. Because of this, once again 195 MLAs will be left in the Rajasthan state assembly.
A total of seven MLAs were contesting in the Lok Sabha elections. All these MLAs contested the elections from Congress and its alliance. BJP has not given tickets to any MLA. Of the five MLAs who have won, three are from Congress, one from RLP and one from BAP.
Mahendjit Singh Malviya had resigned from the Bagidaura constituency. Due to this a by-election was held on this seat. Furthermore, BAP candidate Jaikrishna Patel has won from the Bagidaura constituency. Malviya had become an MLA on the Congress symbol. Before the Lok Sabha elections, he resigned from the Congress and joined the BJP. Because of this, this seat became vacant.
MLAs of Rajasthan who won the Lok Sabha elections
These are the MLAs of Rajasthan who have won the Lok Sabha elections and become MPs.
Lok Sabha constituency
Name of MLA
Party
Tonk-Sawai Madhopur
Harish Meena
Congress
Jhunjhunu
Brijendra Ola
Congress
Dausa
Murarilal Meena
Congress
Banswara
Rajkumar Roat
BAP
Nagaur
Hanuman Beniwal
RLP
With the MLAs becoming MPs, Deoli-Uniara, Jhunjhunu, Dausa, Chaurasi, and Khinvsar assembly seats of the state will become vacant. Thus the election commission has to conduct Vidhan Sabha by-elections on these seats within six months. Till then it will remain vacant. Moreover, the people of these constituencies will not have any representatives in the Rajasthan assembly.
Hormone tests can be done now in the super speciality hospital of Kota Medical College. For this, an endocrinology department was opened in the hospital. This will provide patients with facilities for the diagnosis and treatment of serious and complex hormone-related diseases. Assistant Professor Dr Nitesh Kumar Boudh has been appointed as the head of the Endocrinology Department.
Principal Dr Sangeeta Saxena announced the launch of a facility capable of testing over 20 hormones. Patients will no longer need to travel to higher medical institutions in Jaipur and Delhi for the treatment of hormone-related diseases.
Diseases Related to Hormones
In-charge Dr Bauddha said that the department deals with serious and rare diseases like Acromegaly, Sheehan Syndrome, Cushing Syndrome, Gonadal Dysgenesis, Hypogonadism, Septo-Optic Dysplasia, Multiple Pituitary Hormone Deficiency, Auto Immune Polyglodumer Syndrome, Hyper and Hypo Parathyroidism and Renal Tubular Acidosis. Diagnosis and treatment were done. OPD of the Endocrinology Department will operate in room number 6 every Tuesday and Thursday.
These hormone tests will be done
Hormone tests that will be done in the super speciality hospital at Kota are Serum cortisol, ACETH, PTH, anti-TPO antibody, thyroglobulin, insulin, C-peptide, LH, FSH, testosterone, estrogen, DHEAS, prolactin, anti-TTG antibody, growth hormone and IGF-1.
Female hormone tests
Female hormone tests are medical tests used to evaluate the levels of various hormones in a woman’s body. These tests are typically ordered by healthcare providers to diagnose and monitor conditions related to hormonal imbalances, such as menstrual irregularities, fertility issues, menopause, and certain reproductive disorders. They are often performed at different times of the menstrual cycle to assess hormonal fluctuations.
Some common hormones tested in women include:
Estrogen: Estrogen is a group of hormones responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sexual characteristics.
Progesterone: Progesterone is a hormone that plays a crucial role in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. It helps prepare the uterus for implantation and maintains pregnancy.
Testosterone: Though often associated with males, women also produce testosterone, albeit in smaller amounts. Testosterone plays a role in libido, muscle mass, bone density, and overall well-being.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH): FSH is produced by the pituitary gland. It stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles during the menstrual cycle. Its levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle and are crucial for fertility.
Luteinizing hormone (LH): LH is also produced by the pituitary gland. It works with FSH to regulate the menstrual cycle and ovulation.
Prolactin: Prolactin is primarily associated with lactation and milk production. Abnormal levels may indicate issues such as pituitary disorders or certain medications.
Thyroid hormones: Thyroid hormones, including TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), T3 (triiodothyronine), and T4 (thyroxine), play a crucial role in metabolism, energy levels, and overall health. Thyroid disorders can affect menstrual regularity and fertility.
Male Hormone Tests
Male hormone tests are medical tests used to assess the levels of various hormones in a man’s body. These tests are typically ordered by healthcare providers to diagnose and monitor conditions related to hormonal imbalances. These imbalances are hypogonadism (low testosterone), infertility, and certain reproductive disorders.
Some common hormones tested in men include:
Testosterone: Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone responsible for the development of male reproductive tissues and secondary sexual characteristics. It plays a crucial role in libido, muscle mass, bone density, mood, and overall well-being.
Luteinizing hormone (LH): LH is produced by the pituitary gland and stimulates the production of testosterone by the testes. Furthermore, high or low levels of LH can indicate issues with testosterone production or the function of the pituitary gland.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH): FSH is also produced by the pituitary gland. It works alongside LH to regulate the production of sperm in the testes.
Prolactin: While primarily associated with lactation in women, prolactin is also present in men. Moreover, abnormal levels of prolactin can affect testosterone production and fertility.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT): DHT is a derivative of testosterone. It is responsible for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics, such as facial hair growth and the deepening of the voice.
Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG): SHBG is a protein that binds to testosterone and regulates its availability in the bloodstream. Moreover, changes in SHBG levels can affect testosterone bioavailability.
Estradiol: Although estradiol is typically present in much lower levels in men than in women. Despite that estradiol (a form of estrogen) also plays a role in male reproductive health. Furthermore, abnormal levels can impact libido and fertility.
Why tests are performed
Hormone tests are performed for various reasons, primarily to assess the levels of hormones in the body and to diagnose or monitor conditions related to hormonal imbalances. The specific tests ordered will depend on the symptoms and medical history of the individual. These tests may involve blood, urine, or saliva samples. Moreover, interpreting the results often requires the expertise of a healthcare provider. Since, hormone levels can fluctuate widely depending on factors like age, menstrual cycle phase, and medications. Overall, hormone tests play a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and monitoring a wide range of health conditions related to hormonal imbalances.
European Union elections will be held from the 6th to the 9th of June 2024. Elections are going to be held in 27 countries of the European Union. During this period, approximately 37 crore voters will elect 720 members of the European Parliament.
In terms of number of voters, this is the second-largest election in the world after India. Elections are going to be held in the European Union a week after the elections in India. The impact of the election will not affect Europe, but its difference will be visible all over the world.
The world’s eyes are on the European Union elections
After the general elections in India, now the eyes of the whole world are on the European Union elections to be held next week. Elected MPs for the international assembly will decide on the policies for Europe for the next five years.
In this Parliament of Europe, MPs are elected from all 27 countries according to the population of the countries. As the population increases, the number of MPs also increases. In the 2019 elections, 705 members were elected, while in 2024 their number has increased to 720. Most populous Germany will send 96 MPs. While Portugal will have 21 MPs, only one MP from a small country like Cyprus will be sent to the European Parliament.
How elections of the European Union will be held
Most European Union countries will hold elections on June 9. But the Netherlands is scheduled for June 6, Ireland and the Czech Republic on June 7, and Malta, Slovakia and Latvia on June 8.
The European Parliament is one of the three institutions that run the European Union, which runs this block of 27 countries. Together with EU governments, it decides on laws proposed by the European Commission. The policies it makes regulate the EU market of approximately 450 million people. It does not have as much power as the European Commission or the member states’ national governments. But it can reject or substantially amend legislation and, as the only directly elected EU institution, its pronouncements have political influence.
Main Issues of the election
It is believed that the voters of Europe will mainly vote on the main issues like the horror of the Ukraine war and the resulting rising inflation. Moreover, the rise of China and climate change are major issues. Furthermore, dealing with the rapidly increasing number of migrants is also one of the main issues.
Other issues are
Europe aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050
Impact on policies to keep the EU competitive against China and the US
Strictness in migration-related policies
The creation of a European Energy Union and the search for alternative energy suppliers to keep energy prices low and stable.
Boosting European Union Defence Production Capabilities
Expansion of the EU by including Ukraine, Moldova and the Western Balkans.
The future shape of the European Union
Changes of power expected in the European Union Parliament
But the biggest challenge is the political representation and inclination of the representatives sent by the political parties of 27 countries to the European Parliament. For this, the parliaments of all the countries form groups based on their political inclinations like leftist, socialist, centrist or right wing.
According to all pre-election surveys, the number of right-wing MPs will increase instead of moderate-right in this election. Surveys show that in the current parliament, the main groups such as the centre-right, centre-left, Greens and Liberals will get a smaller majority. While far-right groups will gain. According to surveys, the centrist group’s seats in the 720-member House will decline. While the populist right-wing Identity and Democracy (ID) group and the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) may increase in MPs. But it remains to be seen whether they will be able to get a majority of 361.
Andhra Pradesh is in a very strange situation since it no longer officially has a capital from today. Hyderabad was the capital of Andhra Pradesh till 1st of June 2024. Now Hyderabad is no longer the common capital of Telangana and Andhra. Since Hyderabad is no longer the common capital of Telangana and Andhra, there remains uncertainty over the fate of buildings allotted to Andhra in Hyderabad.
During the last 10-year period, Andhra Pradesh could conduct its administration and assembly proceedings from Hyderabad, unless it had its capital city. As per the agreement, a part of the Secretariat complex and some buildings in Hyderabad were allotted to Andhra to run the administration. Similarly, the Lake View Guest House located near Raj Bhavan in Somajiguda was also allotted to the camp office of the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister.
Andhra Pradesh does not have a permanent capital
Currently, Andhra Pradesh has not yet established a permanent capital. This is with the ongoing disputes over Amaravati and Visakhapatnam still pending in the courts. Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy has indicated that if he remains in power, Visakhapatnam will serve as the administrative capital, the state assembly in Amravati and Kurnool the judicial capital.
After the partition of the state, the administration of Andhra Pradesh operated from Hyderabad. However, the then Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu decided to build a new capital city at Amaravati. Moreover, he found it inconvenient to administer Andhra Pradesh from the neighbouring state. Although Hyderabad remained the common capital for 10 years.
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Partition
The partition of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh is a significant event in the history of India. Particularly in the context of the reorganization of states based on linguistic lines. Here’s a brief overview:
Background:
Before independence, the region of Telangana was part of the princely state of Hyderabad. While Andhra Pradesh was part of the Madras Presidency. After independence, there were demands for the creation of a separate Telangana state. It was due to cultural, social, and economic differences between Telangana and the coastal Andhra region.
Formation of Andhra Pradesh:
In 1953, the state of Andhra Pradesh was formed by merging the Telugu-speaking areas of the Madras Presidency with the Andhra state. This move was largely seen as a linguistic reorganization to create states based on the language spoken by the majority of the population.
Demand and moment for SeparateTelangana:
Despite the formation of Andhra Pradesh, the demand for a separate Telangana state continued to persist. The people of Telangana felt marginalized and believed that their interests were not adequately represented within the larger state. The demand for a separate Telangana state gained momentum over the years, leading to various protests, agitations, and movements. The Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) emerged as a key political force advocating for the cause of Telangana.
Formation of Telangana:
After years of political negotiations and agitation, the Indian government finally agreed to the formation of Telangana as a separate state. Telangana was officially carved out of Andhra Pradesh on June 2, 2014, becoming the 29th state of India. Hyderabad, the joint capital of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, was made the capital of Telangana.
Aftermath:
The formation of Telangana led to administrative and logistical challenges, particularly in the division of assets, resources, and infrastructure between the two states. However, it also provided a sense of cultural and political identity to the people of Telangana. People of Telangana now had their state government to address their specific needs and aspirations.
Overall, the partition of Telangana and Andhra reflects the complex dynamics of linguistic, cultural, and political identity in India. Moreover, it remains a subject of ongoing debate and analysis. Even after 10 years of partition, there are still disputes on many issues between the two states and their solution has not been found. Moreover, no solution has been found regarding property distribution.
Andhra Pradesh Government running from Vijayawada and Guntur
Without waiting for the construction of the new capital, Naidu decided to shift the administration to Vijayawada and parts of Guntur. Within a year, he built the state secretariat at Velagapudi in Amaravati and shifted the administrative system there. Within no time, the state assembly was shifted. Furthermore, a few years later, even the High Court was shifted to Amravati.
Over time, the Andhra Pradesh government vacated most of its allotted buildings in Hyderabad. It included those given to the state secretariat and handed them over to Telangana. Only three buildings – the Hermitage official building complex at Adarsh Nagar, the Crime Investigation Department (CID) building at Lakdi-Ka-Pool and the Lake View Guest House are still under the control of the Andhra government.
Telangana gave instructions to take over the allotted buildings
Hyderabad became the sole capital of Telangana on Sunday. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, at an official review meeting on May 15, directed officials to take over the buildings allotted to Andhra for 10 years.
A senior official of the Telangana Secretariat, familiar with the development, said that the Andhra Pradesh government had written to the Telangana government a few days ago. They requested to be allowed to retain these three buildings for another year. Until they find a permanent residence for them in Andhra.
Andhra intends to continue running its offices in Hyderabad for some more time. Until they get permanent buildings, the official said. They have also offered to pay rent for it from June 2.
The exit polls have predicted that the BJP and its led NDA will come to power for the third consecutive time with an overwhelming majority. Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Voting ends, speculation begins. Now eyes are on June 4th. In the poll of polls, NDA got 366 seats, and India got 144 seats. BJP can set a milestone with 27% votes in Kerala.
The voting process for the eighteenth Lok Sabha, which lasted for about two and a half months, ended on Saturday with the seventh and final voting phase. In this phase, on average, more than 61% of voting took place on 57 seats in eight states and union territories.
Along with this, the speculation market became heated regarding the results of the exit polls conducted after the voting. Most of the exit polls have predicted BJP and its led NDA coming to power for the third consecutive time with an overwhelming majority. That means once again there are indications of the Modi government. The India group of Congress and its allies is not visible anywhere in the contest. However, it is also true that exit polls have not always proved correct. Now the eyes of the country are fixed on June 4 when the actual results will be revealed after the counting of votes.
NDA is likely to get 371 to 401 seats according to the exit polls
In the exit polls of both Today’s Chanakya and India TV, NDA is expected to get more than 400 seats as per Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s estimate. Today’s Chanakya has predicted 400 seats for NDA. While India TV has predicted NDA to get 371 to 401 seats. Exit polls of both of them have predicted that India Group will get 107 and 109 to 139 seats respectively. Others are said to get 36 and 28 to 38 seats respectively.
Poll of Polls Tally
Survey Agency
NDA
INDIA
Others
Axis My India
361-401
131-166
8-10
CVoter
353-383
152-182
4-12
Today’s Chankaya
385-415
96-118
27-45
CNX
371-401
109-139
28-38
ETG
358
132
58
Danik Bhaskar
285-350
145-201
33-49
Jan Ki Baat
362-392
141-161
10-20
Matrize
353-368
118-133
43-48
P-Marq
359
154
30
Signs of shock in Hindi-speaking states for NDA
However, some exit polls indicate setbacks in Hindi-speaking states like Bihar, Rajasthan and Haryana. BJP seems to be making good inroads in West Bengal. According to Axis-My India, the BJP seems to be getting a 27% vote share in Kerala. This could be a milestone for the right-wing BJP in this leftist state. Even in Tamil Nadu, BJP can open its account with one or two seats. NDA seems to be in a position to complete a sweep in Karnataka.
JP Nadda and Mallikarjun made claims
BJP national president Jagat Prakash Nadda claimed after the completion of voting that his party would win more than 370 seats. He said that he is confident that BJP will win more than 370 seats in this election and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will become the Prime Minister of the country for the third time.
On the other hand, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge claimed after the India Group meeting that his alliance would win more than 295 seats. Congress media in-charge Jairam Ramesh said on the prediction of exit polls, “The person who has to exit on June 4 has managed the exit polls”.
