BJP Releases List Of 66 Jharkhand Candidates, Fields Babulal From Dhanwar, Champai From Saraikela

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BJP Releases List Of 66 Jharkhand Candidates, Fields Babulal From Dhanwar, Champai From Saraikela

by Pabitra Mohan Senapaty

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The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday released a list of 66 candidates for the Jharkhand Assembly elections to be held in two phases – November 13 and November 20.

New Delhi, Oct 19: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday released a list of 66 candidates for the Jharkhand Assembly elections to be held in two phases – November 13 and November 20.

BJP state President Babulal Marandi has been fielded from Dhanwar constituency, while former Jharkhand CM and former JMM leader Champai Soren has been made the candidate from Saraikela.

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) had announced its seat-sharing arrangement for the Jharkhand Assembly elections, according to which, the BJP will contest 68 seats in the 81-member Assembly. Out of 68 seats allotted to the BJP, the party has already declared candidates for 66 seats.

BJP’s key allies, the AJSU, the Janata Dal-United (JDU), and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (LJP), have been allotted 10, two, and one seats.

Sita Soren, who recently switched to the BJP, is in the fray from Jamtara, while Geeta Koda has been fielded from the Jaganathpur constituency.

Lobin Hembrom will contest from Boria constituency, while Tara Devi has been fielded from Sindri, as per the list released by the BJP.

The party has left candidates for two seats undeclared. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has mentioned that the seat-sharing agreement was reached through discussions with all parties, though minor adjustments to one or two seats may be made by mutual consent.

The Election Commission of India on Friday issued a notification for the first phase of Assembly elections, marking the beginning of the nomination process. In the first phase, elections will be held in 43 of the 81 Assembly constituencies on November 13.

--IANS

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Odisha's Vision For Industrial Growth Shines At Mumbai, Sparks Global Investor Interest

by Hemanta Pande

Mumbai, Oct 19: Odisha's plans for industrial growth and investment took center stage during a roadshow in Mumbai, the second stop of its global investment initiative following a successful event in Delhi.

Led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, this gathering set the stage for the upcoming Utkarsh Odisha - Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, scheduled for January 28-29, 2025, in Bhubaneswar.

Building on the momentum generated in Delhi, the Mumbai event attracted top industry leaders and influential business figures, who engaged in strategic discussions focusing on Odisha's burgeoning investment landscape.

Chief Minister Majhi, in his keynote address, showcased Odisha's rapid transformation into a hub for skill-driven industries, highlighting key sectors such as IT, textiles, renewable energy, plastics, chemicals, and petrochemicals.

The Chief Minister held one-on-one meetings with leading industrialists, exploring potential collaborations in these sectors, thereby solidifying Odisha's position as a preferred investment destination for both national and international investors.

He said, "Odisha offers immense opportunities with its business-friendly environment, demonstrated through recognition in the BRAP 2022. With initiatives like the Single Window Clearance System and GO-SWIFT, the state ensures streamlined investment processes."

He added, "Its strategic location on India's eastern coast, robust infrastructure, and access to global markets make it a hub for industrial growth. Odisha's skilled workforce, combined with strong governance, invites investors to join a vibrant ecosystem and participate in the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave 2025."

Sampad Chandra Swain, Minister of Industries, emphasized Odisha's strategic advantages stating that Odisha, with its rich heritage and strategic location on India's eastern coast, is poised for transformation into a modern industrial hub.

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and aligned with the 'Purvodaya Yojana,' Odisha is central to India's growth.

The state provides a seamless business environment through initiatives like garment manufacturing clusters, food processing parks, and logistics hubs.

The event also highlighted ongoing initiatives, including food processing parks, garment manufacturing clusters, and the expansion of multimodal logistics hubs. Odisha's alignment with national growth strategies, such as the Purvodaya Yojana, ensures that it plays a pivotal role in India's overall economic development.

The roadshow concluded with an interactive session on the second day of Chief Minister Majhi's visit to Mumbai, where he shared insights into Odisha's transformative vision for industrial growth.

He reiterated the state's investor-friendly policies and laid out the roadmap for the Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, inviting global investors to explore the unique opportunities that Odisha offers. (ANI)

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5000 Cr Drug Case: Delhi Court Issues NBW Against Drug Syndicate Kingpin Virender

by Hemanta Pande

New Delhi, Oct 19: Delhi's Patiala House Court on Saturday issued a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) against the alleged drug syndicate Kingpin Virender in Rs 5000 crore drug case.

NBW has been issued against Virender Singh Baisoya Biru who is an alleged Kingpin of a drug Syndicate investigated by Delhi police special cell.

Special Judge (NDPS) Sudhir Kumar Sirohi issued NBW against Virender Singh Baisoya Biru after hearing the application moved by the Investigation Officer (IO).

Ravindra Kumar, Additional PP alongwith IO appeared for Delhi police. It was submitted by the State that accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru is the main kingpin of the whole syndicate and a vehicle was provided to co-accused Jatinder Singh Gill alias Jassi by accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru to travel to Amritsar from where contra-band has been recovered.

Police said that despite visits to the house of the accused, the accused could not be found there, therefore, a notice was affixed at the house of the accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru. After hearing the submissions, the court allowed the application.

The court said that the accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru is the main kingpin of the whole syndicate. The above said vehicle was provided to co-accused Jatinder Singh Gill aliasJassi by accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru for supply of contra-band, therefore, NBWs be issued against accused Virender Singh Baisoya Biru for November 25, 2024.

An application for judicial custody remand of five accused persons for two days was moved by the IO. Thereafter they were remanded in judicial custody till October 21.

Five accused persons namely Vijay Bhesania, Mayur Desale, Ashwin Ramani, Brijesh Kothia and Amit Kumar have been remanded to two-day judicial custody till Monday. They were produced from Police custody. All these accused persons are from Gujarat.

The case pertains to the recovery of 518 Kilograms of cocaine worth Rs 5000 crores in a joint operation of Delhi and Gujarat police. Delhi Police Special Cell and Gujarat police on October 13 seized 518 drugs from a drugs company in Ankleshwar, Gujarat. Its value is Rs 5000 crores in the international market.

Earlier, on October 1, the Delhi police special cell had recovered and seized 562 Kilogram cocaine and 40 Kilograms of hydroponic marijuana from a godown in Mahipal Delhi.