'No instructions from BJP high command yet', says Karnataka CM over replacement reports

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on being asked whether he received any direction from Delhi said, "I haven't received any instructions from the high command yet. I'll wait and follow their direction."

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through the 79th edition of his monthly radio programme “Mann Ki Baat” on Sunday (July 25).

The programme was aired on All India Radio and Doordarshan. The radio programme was streamed live on PM Narendra Modi's official YouTube channel along with PMO.

In another update, as many as 112 people lost their lives, 99 still missing due to incessant rainfall in Maharashtra till Saturday (July 24, 2021) night, said the Relief and Rehabilitation Department.

The heavy downpour has forced about 1.35 lakh people to evacuate from the flood-affected areas, according to the state government's data.

25 July 2021

20:20 IST

A total of 37 people died in Satara district due to landslide, floods and other rain-related incidents. Five people are still missing and a search is still underway: Satara district administration (ANI)

18:46 IST

Maharashtra: House partially submerged in floodwater in Kolhapur, near Pune-Kolhapur highway

Maharashtra: House partially submerged in floodwater in Kolhapur, near Pune-Kolhapur highway pic.twitter.com/fL8TNiRtVX

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2021

18:46 IST

Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Mumbai has summoned Abu Aslam Azmi, nephew of Samajwadi party leader Abu Azmi, in connection with a drug case. He has been asked to appear before the agency on July 27: NCB (ANI)

17:40 IST

I haven't received any instructions from the high command yet. I'll wait and follow their direction: Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on being asked whether he received any direction from Delhi 

17:38 IST

He (BS Yediyurappa) has done a good job. He is running Karnataka well. Yediyurappa is handling things on his own: BJP President JP Nadda on being asked about Yediyurappa's leadership

It is your thinking, we don't think this way: BJP President JP Nadda on being asked whether there is a political crisis in Karnataka (ANI)

17:37 IST

Govt has fulfilled all commitments made during (Kargil) war. The Kargil war was one of the toughest wars in the world. We should be aware of trouble-making neighbours and be ready to make sacrifices for the nation: GL Batra, father of late Captain Vikram Batra

Govt has fulfilled all commitments made during (Kargil) war. The Kargil war was one of the toughest wars in the world. We should be aware of trouble-making neighbours and be ready to make sacrifices for the nation: GL Batra, father of late Captain Vikram Batra#KargilVijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/ozs9onx0AE

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2021

14:31 IST

Ladakh: Families of Kargil war heroes remember their sacrifices at Lamochan View Point in Dras, ahead of Kargil Vijay Diwas tomorrow My message to youth is Mera Bharat Mahaan Hai. We have to help in pushing country to new heights:Major Gen Ravindra Singh, a Lt Col in Kargil War.

14:30 IST

If you're going to focus on the opposition, it's not something for us to do. The work for all of us is to go beyond politics. It's time to stand behind the people: Maharashtra Environment Minister Aaditya Thackeray on Opposition's allegations that CM didn't step out during floods.

14:29 IST

A Central War Room has been established at the Department of Military Affairs for close coordination between the three Services for ongoing flood relief operations in #Maharashtra: Indian Army.

14:27 IST

Maharashtra: CM Uddhav Thackeray visits flood-affected Chiplun, meets officials and local representatives to assess the extent of damage and ongoing relief operation.

12:40 IST

They are just speculations, nothing is official. I don't want to answer any speculative question: Karnataka Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai on being asked if he would be made the next CM of the State.

12:38 IST

More than 100 people have died in Maharashtra alone due to landslides. Due to flood & incessant rain, we've to continue our rescue operations. 34 teams of NDRF are working in Maharashtra, 7 teams are working in Karnataka & 8 teams are working in Telangana: NDRF DG SN Pradhan.

11:39 IST

During festivals and gaiety, do remember that corona is not yet gone from amidst us. You don't have to forget corona-related protocols: PM Narendra Modi at 'Mann Ki Baat' radio programme

11:38 IST

At this time of festivals and festivities, it must be remembered that #COVID19 has not left us yet. You must keep following guidelines and stay healthy and happy: PM Modi

11:35 IST

Goa has been the land of many great spiritual heritage. Saint Augustine Church, a part of UNESCO World Heritage Site – Churches and Convents of Goa are one such heritage: PM Modi

11:33 IST

During COVID times, a unique initiative has been started in Lakhimpur khiri, woman are being trained to make banana fibre products, the best from waste: PM Modi

11:33 IST

People to people ties bringing India closer to other friendly nations.

11:24 IST

Nowadays, apple cultivation is gaining traction in Ukhrul, Manipur. Farmers here are now cultivating apples in orchards. These people also went to Himachal to take proper training. One of them is TS Ringphami Young. He is an aeronautical engineer by profession: PM Narendra Modi.

11:22 IST

At present, work is going on at a rapid pace on Light House Projects at 6 different places in the country. Modern technology and innovative methods are used in these Light House Projects: PM Modi

11:21 IST

Tomorrow is Kargil Vijay Diwas. Kargil war is such a symbol of valour and discipline of our armed forces which the entire world has witnessed. I would like you to read the thrilling story of Kargil. Let us all salute the brave hearts of Kargil: PM Narendra Modi at 'Mann Ki Baat'.

11:17 IST

During Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi highlights a unique effort associated with IIT Madras and speaks about ways of invigorating the housing sector with new technology.

During #MannKiBaat, PM @narendramodi highlights a unique effort associated with @iitmadras and speaks about ways of invigorating the housing sector with new technology. pic.twitter.com/BnDK8svnoS

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 25, 2021

11:12 IST

I am unable to take up all the inputs I receive for Mann Ki Baat but I do forward many of them to the concerned government departments, says PM.

11:12 IST

I am happy that almost 75% of the inputs for Mann Ki Baat come from people under the age of 35, says PM Modi.

11:10 IST

To support our Olympics team on social media, the 'Victory Punch Campaign' has already begun. You also share your victory punch along with your team and cheer for India: PM Narendra Modi at 'Mann Ki Baat'.

11:08 IST

Watch PM Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' here:

Tune in to #MannKiBaat July 2021. https://t.co/nTp4SF6Sbk

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 25, 2021

11:01 IST

West Bengal: CBI summons parents of absconding Vinay Mishra, to appear before it on July 28 in connection with the coal and cattle smuggling case in which Mishra is an accused.

11:00 IST

Indian Air Force's Sarang Helicopter Display Team is preparing for their final performance at MAKS Air Show in Moscow, Russia today. Sarang is the only helicopter aerobatics team participating in the event.

10:58 IST

People form a long queue outside a COVID vaccination centre in Mumbai's Dharavi to get inoculated.

#WATCH | People form a long queue outside a COVID vaccination centre in Mumbai's Dharavi to get inoculated. pic.twitter.com/1ROqRAQX9F

— ANI (@ANI) July 25, 2021

09:52 IST

Nine people have died and three people are missing in flood-affected regions of Karnataka: State Revenue Minister R Ashok.

09:18 IST

Goa: BJP national president JP Nadda offers prayers at Mangesh Temple in Ponda on the second day of his visit to the state.

09:17 IST

NDRF has deployed 8 more teams in flood-affected areas in Maharashtra, taking the total number of NDRF teams deployed for rescue & relief operations to 34