In a recent speech in Ballari, Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly criticized the opposition Congress party for opposing the film 'The Kerala Story', which he said is based on a terror conspiracy. The Prime Minister alleged that the Congress party has succumbed to terrorism for the sake of its vote bank and has shielded terrorism in the past.

PM Modi stated that the film exposes the ugly truth of terrorism and the design of terrorists, and it is alarming to see that the Congress party is opposing such a film that exposes the reality of terrorism. He further added that in the atmosphere of terror, the industry, IT industry, agriculture, farming and the glorious culture of Karnataka will be destroyed if Congress is voted to power.

The Prime Minister's speech comes in the context of the upcoming Karnataka Assembly elections, where the BJP is seeking to retain power in the state.

The Karnataka elections are crucial for both the BJP and the Congress party as the state is considered to be a gateway to the south. Political pundits believe the outcome of the elections in Karnataka will have a significant impact on the political landscape of the country, especially in the southern region.

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In his speech, PM Modi urged the people of Karnataka to vote for the BJP in the upcoming elections and claimed that only the BJP can provide a stable and development-oriented government in the state. He also promised that the BJP government will work towards the welfare of the people and ensure the development of the state.

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New Delhi: Former Delhi High Court Chief Justice A.P. Shah has told a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) that the proposed 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) Bill is unconstitutional and violates democratic principles and the federal structure, sources said.

Justice Shah, who is also a former chairman of the Law Commission, submitted a 12-page report while deposing before the JPC on Monday (March 18), The New Indian Express reported. He raised concerns over the bill, particularly regarding the power it grants to the Election Commission to recommend postponing state assembly elections.

Assembly elections must be held for full term: Justice Shah

Justice Shah stated that assembly elections should be held for a full five-year term and expressed skepticism over the claim that simultaneous elections would significantly reduce public expenditure. When asked about alternatives to the bill, he said he would present his views to the committee at a later stage.

Harish Salve defends the bill

Senior advocate Harish Salve also appeared before the JPC and supported the bill, arguing that it aligns with constitutional requirements.

ONOE bills introduced amid opposition resistance

Despite strong opposition citing threats to federalism and the basic structure doctrine, the bills facilitating 'One Nation, One Election' were introduced in the Lok Sabha in December 2023.

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024 and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 after a division vote. The introduction was approved with 269 votes in favour and 198 against.

The bills were subsequently referred to a JPC for further examination.