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S Jaishankar: Jawaharlal Nehru Viewed Katchatheevu Island as a Nuisance, Centre Escalates Dispute

S Jaishankar: Jawaharlal Nehru Viewed Katchatheevu Island as a Nuisance, Centre Escalates Dispute

The political dispute surrounding the island of Katchatheevu has become more intense. During a press conference on Monday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that the long-standing dispute over fishing rights and territory surrounding the island did not arise overnight and that it has been discussed frequently in Parliament. Additionally, he asserted that Congress prime ministers showed apathy toward Katchatheevu Island and relinquished the rights of Indian fishermen, despite opposing legal opinions. The statements made by S. Jaishankar come after Prime Minister Narendra Modi chastised the DMK for not doing more to advance the state’s interests in the Katchatheevu Island conflict.

Speaking at the press conference, Jaishankar claimed that prime ministers like Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi referred to Katchatheevu, which was granted to Sri Lanka in 1974 as part of a maritime boundary agreement, as a “little island” and a “little rock,” and that the issue has never suddenly come up but has always been a pressing concern. “I attach no importance at all to this little island, and I would have no hesitation in giving up our claim to it,” wrote Jawaharlal Nehru, the prime minister at the time, in a May 1961 observation. This kind of issue should not be allowed to drag on endlessly and be brought up repeatedly in Parliament. Thus, this small island held no significance for Pandit Nehru, who considered it to be an annoyance. He believes that it is best to give it away as quickly as possible.

“Indira Gandhi also held this opinion,” Jaishankar continued. “The Katchatheevu issue is a current one that is frequently discussed in Parliament; it did not arise overnight. Jaishankar maintained that “the Congress and DMK treated the Katchatheevu issue as though they bore no responsibility.” There has been a lot of communication between the federal government and the state governments, said Jaishankar. He declared that he had answered the chief minister at least twenty-one times.

Criticizing the DMK for its outspoken opposition to the deal, Jaishankar claimed that M. Karunanidhi, the party’s leader and former chief minister, had been well briefed on the 1974 agreement between Sri Lanka and India. He went on to say that the Congress and the DMK had “connived” in large part to create this position in 1974 and beyond. Jaishankar claims that during the previous 20 years, Sri Lanka has detained 6,184 Indian fishermen and impounded 1,175 of their fishing boats.

He stated, “We have to find a solution. The Narendra Modi government has been working to guarantee that the Indian fishermen are released. The Sri Lankan administration and I need to get together and resolve this,” the EAM stated. Earlier on Monday, Modi took to X and wrote, “New details emerging on the issue of India handing over the Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka have unmasked the DMK’s double standards.” Modi was citing a news report that claimed M. Karunanidhi had given his concurrence to the agreement despite his party, the DMK, publicly posturing against the deal.

Also Read: PM Modi’s Fresh Attack Uncovers DMK Double Standard in Katchatheevu Row

The media article is based on an RTI response that Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai obtained in response to his inquiries concerning the 1974 Indo-Lanka pact, which was signed during the tenure of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. “DMK has done nothing to safeguard Tamil Nadu’s interests,” stated Modi, setting aside his rhetoric. The latest information on Katchatheevu has completely exposed the DMK’s hypocritical standards. “The DMK and the Congress are families. Their sons and daughters’ success is all that matters to them. They have no regard for other people. He continued, “Our impoverished fishermen and fisherwomen in particular have suffered because of their callousness toward Katchatheevu. Regarding the matter, the prime minister aimed at the Congress on Sunday. “The Congress has worked to weaken India’s unity, integrity, and interests for 75 years and counting,” he declared.

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Swati Maliwal Assault: Kejriwal and Akhilesh Dismiss Questions; Sanjay Singh Speaks Out | Watch

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Swati Maliwal Assault: Kejriwal and Akhilesh Dismiss Questions; Sanjay Singh Speaks Out | Watch

Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal and Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav addressed the media together. When Kejriwal brought up the topic of the assault on Swati Maliwal, he handed the microphone to Akhilesh. He stated, “There are more important things than this.” As for the alleged attack on Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal at Kejriwal’s residence by CM’s PA Bibhav Kumar, AAP MP Sanjay Singh has made statements about it thus far. He said he would speak on the matter and then cited Manipur, Prajwal Revanna, and the wrestlers’ protest against former chief wrestler of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.

“The prime minister said nothing while the wife of a Kargil hero was paraded in Manipur in her undies. PM Modi requested support for Prajwal Revanna, who had raped and molested many women. And the authorities assisted him in his escape. Swati Maliwal went to visit the women wrestlers during their protests at night, and the cops beat her up. Sanjay Singh remarked, “We have seen PM Modi’s silence on Hathras, Kuldeep Sengar. “The Party of Aam Aadmi is a family. The party has already made it clear where it stands on this matter. I want the BJP to respond to all of these questions, especially the incident in which the cops beat up Swati Maliwal. Politics shouldn’t be played over this, according to Sanjay Singh.

Also Read: Kejriwal Sparks Controversy: ‘Modi Never Ruled Out Retirement at 75,’ Amid ‘Amit Shah for PM’ Claim

On Wednesday, Sanjay Singh visited Swati Maliwal at her home, but the BJP is pressing for action against Vibhav Kumar in this regard. Leaders of the BJP also questioned if Swati Maliwal was under pressure from the AAP, given that no formal complaint has been filed on the assault event. The picture of Bibhav Kumar seen at the Lucknow airport with Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh was released by the BJP on Thursday. “This is the image from last night of the Lucknow airport.” Vibhav, the one wearing the black shirt, struck Swati Maliwal. Kejriwal is upset, as is Sanjay Singh, who said that Bibhav has done something really wrong. BJP’s Kapil Mishra commented on X, saying, “The third one is Kejriwal himself, who is accused of getting Swati beaten up.”

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Kejriwal Sparks Controversy: ‘Modi Never Ruled Out Retirement at 75,’ Amid ‘Amit Shah for PM’ Claim

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Kejriwal Sparks Controversy: ‘Modi Never Ruled Out Retirement at 75,’ Amid ‘Amit Shah for PM’ Claim

Amit Shah will succeed Narendra Modi as prime minister in 2025, when the latter turns 75, according to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who announced this Thursday. The prime minister has never said he will not step down at that age. Despite the disagreements between Amit Shah and some other politicians on Kejriwal’s age and retirement, PM Modi never said he wouldn’t retire at 75, Kejriwal said at a joint press conference with Samajwadi Party chairman Akhilesh Yadav (Lucknow). “Everyone in the nation is confident that Modi won’t deviate from his 75-year retirement age,” Kejriwal stated.

“Amit Shah’s appointment as prime minister is now confirmed. According to him, the BJP has ignored every opponent, including Devendra Fadnavis, Manohar Lal Khattar, Vasundhara Raje, Dr. Raman Singh, and Shivraj Singh Chouhan. The only issue at hand is Yogi Adityanath, who would be ousted in two to three months, according to Kejriwal, who also mentioned that no BJP leader had disputed his remarks against Adityanath, suggesting that Adityanath’s departure was all but certain.

According to Kejriwal, eliminating reservations is the BJP’s “big plan” if they win the election.

During his first rally after leaving Tihar, Kejriwal stated that if he supported the BJP, Amit Shah would become prime minister since, according to party policy, no one over 75 may hold any job. Narendra Modi will turn 75 in 2025. In response to Kejriwal’s assertion, Amit Shah stated that Narendra Modi will serve out his term and continue to head the party well beyond 2029. Amit Shah charged that Kejriwal was fomenting disarray within the party about the leadership, whereas there is none.

Also Read: Enforcement Directorate Names AAP as Accused in Delhi Excise Policy Case

“I would want to inform Arvind Kejriwal and associates that there is no need to celebrate Modiji’s 75th birthday. The BJP constitution does not mention his ineligibility to serve as prime minister. He will serve out the remainder of his time as prime minister. The party is not confused,” Amit Shah declared.

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Enforcement Directorate Names AAP as Accused in Delhi Excise Policy Case

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Enforcement Directorate Names AAP as Accused in Delhi Excise Policy Case

The statement was made by the federal agency during the court’s consideration of AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s bail request in the excise policy matter. The Aam Aadmi Party, led by Arvind Kejriwal, would be named as an accused in the liquor policy fraud case, the Enforcement Directorate informed the Delhi High Court.

AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s bail request in the excise policy issue was being considered by the court when the central agency submitted its reply.

It said that in the supplemental charge sheet, AAP will be named as an accused.

The Delhi liquor excise policy has resulted in the ED filing a sixth supplemental chargesheet. Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has postponed hearing arguments on this chargesheet until May 20.

Also Read: What Does Hemant Soren, Other Politicians, And The ED Mean By Arvind Kejriwal’s Temporary Bail?

The BRS leader K. Kavitha’s judicial detention was also prolonged by the court till May 20.

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