BJP leaders quickly supported Israrel but are keeping mum on Manipur issue: NCP
Mumbai (PTI): The NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) on Monday took a jibe at the BJP claiming while their leaders were "quick" in backing Israel, which is at war with Hamas, they remained silent on the Manipur issue.
"Many innocent human beings are losing their lives in the war between Israel and Palestine. The BJP and its leaders were quick to make statements and condemn the killings in Israel and it should be, therefore a reminder to BJP and its leaders that Manipur is in India," NCP national spokesperson Clyde Crasto said on X.
While they were quick to support Israel and condemn the killings, they have shamefully failed to speak on the pain and suffering of the people of Manipur, he alleged.
Crasto said the "silence" of BJP leaders speaks volumes about their intentions on this issue (Manipur violence) in our homeland.
Diplomatic relationships are important but the lives and the well-being of our citizens are far more important and that is what the BJP needs to understand, he added.
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CM Siddaramaiah vows action against Microfinance firms, announces legal reforms to protect borrowers
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said the police would take action against microfinance companies in the state if complaints are filed regarding alleged harassment in the recovery of loans.
He also mentioned that his government would establish helplines for people to report any harassment.
Addressing reporters here, he said, "If a complaint is received, we will take action against the microfinance companies. We will also set up helpline numbers for people to report any issues with these companies. I have instructed police officials to act promptly upon receiving a complaint."
The CM's statement follows his announcement on Saturday that the government would amend existing laws related to money lending and introduce new legislation to safeguard the interests of genuine borrowers.
The announcement comes in the wake of reports of people dying by suicide and protests by women against the torturous microfinance companies across the state.
