Seven Corporators join Congress Party in Vijayapura
Vijayapura: Seven corporators officially joined the Congress party in the presence of District In-charge Minister MB Patil and his brother, MLC Sunilgouda Patil, on Tuesday. This move marks a notable shift in the political landscape of Vijayapura.
Among the seven corporators, four were previously independent, while two were affiliated with AIMIM, and one belonged to JD(S). In the 2022 elections for the Vijayapura City Corporation, BJP emerged as the largest party with 17 seats. Congress secured 10 seats, AIMIM 2, JD(S) 1, and Independents 5.
The Vijayapura District Congress Committee Vice President, Gangadhar Sambanni, expressed his confidence in the party's growing strength. "Today, seven corporators have joined our ranks, adding to our existing independent members. The total count of Congress corporators now stands at 18. During the upcoming Mayoral election, we are confident of electing our mayor," he stated.
During the mayoral election, local legislators also exercise their vote. Out of the six legislators, BJP holds one MLA and MP each, while Congress boasts of two MLAs and two MLCs. "Out of a total of 41 votes, Congress commands 22. This puts us in a favorable position to elect our mayor in the coming days," added Sambanni.
Minister MB Patil, who recently returned from a two-week official tour of the United States, expressed his optimism about the new additions to the party. "Everyone acknowledges that Congress alone possesses the capability to govern in alignment with the public's aspirations. Hence, independents and members from other parties have voluntarily embraced our cause. We are confident that Vijayapura City will experience effective governance in the days ahead," he stated.
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US rules out use of nuclear weapons against Iran
Washington DC: The White House has reportedly ruled out the use of nuclear weapons against Iran, even as uncertainty continues over ongoing peace negotiations and a deadline set by US President Donald Trump approaches.
Issues bout a possible escalation had increased after US Vice President JD Vance said that the United States has “tools in our toolkit that we so far haven’t decided to use” in dealing with Iran.
His remarks came amid rising tensions and ahead of a deadline linked to peace efforts.
The situation has attracted attention as Trump warned Iran that its “whole civilization will die tonight tonight” if an agreement is not reached by Tuesday at 8 pm.
This statement led to speculation about the possibility of extreme military measures, including a nuclear strike.
Following Vance’s comments, the White House issued a clarification distancing itself from such interpretations. In a post on X, it said, "Literally nothing @VP said here 'implies' this, you absolute buffoons." In a later statement, it added that “only the president knows” what action will be taken regarding Iran.
Literally nothing @VP said here "implies" this, you absolute buffoons https://t.co/7JU3wXMaWX
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