July 19, 2024 :- Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of lying about the creation of eight crore new jobs, alleging that the PM is “rubbing salt into the wounds” of the youth with false claims.

Modi’s Claims and Congress’ Response:
Prime Minister Modi recently stated that eight crore jobs were created in the last three to four years, which he claimed silenced critics of his government’s employment record. Citing a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) report on employment, Modi emphasized that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government prioritized stability and growth, earning investor confidence.

In a post on social media platform X, Kharge criticized Modi, saying, “Narendra Modi ji, by telling one lie after another on jobs, you are rubbing salt into the wounds of the youth!” Kharge challenged Modi with three questions regarding the RBI’s employment data:

1. Why has the government failed to deliver on the promise of 20 crore jobs in 10 years, instead reportedly losing over 12 crore jobs?
2. Why does the RBI report show an increase of 2.1 crore in employment between 2012 and 2019, while an International Labour Organization (ILO) report claims only a 2 lakh increase?
3. Is it not true that, according to government data, 37% of working women are unpaid, with this figure rising to 43% in rural areas?

Impact of Economic Policies:
Kharge further criticized the government’s economic policies, citing the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), which reported a loss of 54 lakh jobs in the informal manufacturing sector over seven years due to demonetization, flawed GST implementation, and the COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that 2.3 crore individuals who lost their regular jobs between 2019-20 and 2022-23 are now working as agricultural laborers, according to the RBI report.

Kharge questioned the accuracy of the RBI’s 2023–24 employment data, pointing out the lack of sector-wise breakdowns. He concluded by urging Modi to stop hiding behind “fake reports” and address the unfulfilled promise of creating two crore jobs per year.

Mumbra / Mumbai :- Under the banner of the Urdu Literary Forum, a monthly literary gathering, a significant literary tradition, took place. Dr. Asadullah Khan has been continuing this tradition for nearly ten years, a legacy started by his late father, Nauman Imam (Khan Naseeb), in the 1980s.

On Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 8 PM, Dr. Asadullah Khan hosted the launch of the renowned journalist Aziz Burney’s book “Hind Nama” at the Nauman Imam Auditorium of the English High School and Junior College, organized by the Unique Educational Society under the banner of the Urdu Literary Forum.

Prominent guests included Obaid Azam Azmi, Irfan Jafri, Ibrahim Khalil Abidi, Abdullah Masroor, Imtiaz Bastavi, Salim Rashk, Tabish Rampuri, Tafseer Alam, among others. Journalists from various newspapers, teachers, poets, writers, and Urdu-speaking individuals also attended. In the final segment of the program, attendees engaged in a Q&A session with Aziz Burney about “Hind Nama” and his bold journalistic journey.

The session was presided over by eminent journalist Saeed Hameed, with Ejaz Hindi sharing his thoughts on “Hind Nama.” The program conveners, journalists Hussain Sultan and Abdulrahman Chaudhry, welcomed the guests with flowers and shawls. The event was compered by Ziaullah Khan.

There is NO REASON that Vaishnaw should continue as Railway Minister even for a minute : Saket Gokhale

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In a tragic incident, the Chandigarh-Dibrugarh Express derailed in Uttar Pradesh, resulting in the deaths of at least four passengers and injuries to 20 others. The derailment occurred near Gonda on Thursday, causing a major disruption in railway services and widespread panic among passengers.

According to initial reports, one of the loco pilots of the ill-fated train claimed to have heard a loud explosion just before the accident occurred. The loco pilot, Tribhuvan, reported hearing an explosion-like sound before the bogies of the train derailed. This statement has raised concerns about the possibility of sabotage or a technical fault leading to the derailment. Railway authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and are considering all possible angles, including mechanical failure and foul play.

The derailment caused eight bogies of the train to veer off the tracks, leading to a chaotic scene with passengers trying to escape from the overturned compartments. Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene, with rescue operations continuing for several hours to ensure all passengers were accounted for and to provide medical assistance to the injured.

The injured passengers were rushed to nearby hospitals, where they are receiving treatment. The identities of the deceased have not yet been disclosed, pending notification of their families. The Ministry of Railways has announced ex-gratia compensation of Rs 10 lakhs to the families of the deceased, Rs 2.5 lakhs for those with grievous injuries, and Rs 50,000 for those with minor injuries.

In response to the derailment, senior railway officials visited the site to oversee the rescue and relief operations. They assured the public that a thorough investigation would be conducted and that steps would be taken to prevent such incidents in the future. A high-level inquiry has been ordered by the Railways.

Local authorities have also been involved in the rescue efforts, providing support to the affected passengers and ensuring that alternative arrangements are made for those who were stranded due to the derailment.

This incident has once again highlighted the need for stringent safety measures and regular maintenance checks to ensure the safety of passengers traveling by train. The Railways have faced criticism in the past for lapses in safety protocols, and this derailment has intensified calls for improved infrastructure and better safety practices.

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging the public to refrain from speculating about the cause of the derailment and to wait for the official findings. The Railways have promised to provide regular updates on the progress of the investigation and on the measures being taken to enhance passenger safety.

“MP Saket Gokhale Slams Rail Minister, Alleges Dark Motives Behind Frequent Rail Mishaps”

Saket Gokhale MP posted a video of the rail accident on his Twitter account, writing:

“In yet another rail disaster, bogies of the Dibrugarh Express derailed near Gonda railway station in UP this evening.

Literally EVERY week, there’s a railway tragedy & people lose their lives. Everyday there are videos on social media of people struggling in over-crowded trains.

In ANY other functional govt, Rail Minister @AshwiniVaishnaw would’ve been sacked.

It’s mysterious as to why he’s not only kept in charge of the rail ministry but also rewarded with an extra cabinet berth by Modi.

Unless these regular accidents are a part of a secret evil ploy by Modi to sell off railways to private players for peanuts, there is NO REASON that Vaishnaw should continue as Railway Minister even for a minute.

Something is very, very murky.”