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Mahua Moitra writes to LS Speaker over house eviction order; Oppn MPs rally behind her

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking intervention after she was asked to vacate a circuit house late at night amid protests outside. She raised concerns about the safety and dignity of women parliamentarians.

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PM appeals to opposition to support constitutional amendment Bill for women's reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged opposition parties to support the women's reservation bill. This legislation seeks to implement 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures. The bill requires a two-thirds majority for passage in the Lok Sabha. Previous attempts to pass the bill faced setbacks due to insufficient support. The…

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay writes to PM Modi, seeks permanent freeze on Lok Sabha strength at 543 seats

Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister has urged the Prime Minister to permanently fix Lok Sabha seats. He also requested women's reservation implementation without linking it to delimitation. Southern states fear reduced representation after the upcoming delimitation exercise. This exercise is based on updated census data and could expand the Lok Sabha.…

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TMC to move Supreme Court against rebel Lok Sabha MPs; disqualification petitions to be filed in 7-10 days

The Trinamool Congress is gearing up to submit disqualification petitions targeted at rebel Lok Sabha MPs who have aligned themselves with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India. Following a political upheaval since June, the party has advocated for action. In response, the Speaker has allotted distinct seating for the dissenting…

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Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session productivity among lowest in 22 years: PRS data

Parliament's Lok Sabha saw very low productivity during its recent Monsoon session. This session's functioning level matches the Winter session of 2016. The Rajya Sabha performed better but still had limited operational time. Historical data shows significant variations in parliamentary business over years. Disruptions and political confrontations have often impacted…

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Congress running away from discussion on student protests, afraid of facing Amit Shah: Nabin

BJP President Nitin Nabin accused opposition parties of avoiding parliamentary discussions on student protests. He stated they fear Home Minister Amit Shah's factual arguments which leave them speechless. The opposition's attitude throughout the session exposed their anarchic and anti-democratic thinking. They initially demanded youth issue discussions but later backed out…

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FIR can now be lodged against Justice Yashwant Varma: Legal experts

A panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery allegations at his residence. Legal experts believe an FIR can now be lodged against the former judge. However, some experts feel impeachment proceedings are now moot due to his resignation. The committee's report stated charges of unexplained cash and evasive…

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Parliament Monsoon Session: Govt offers to hold debate on student protests, opposition rejects proposal

The government proposed a two-day debate on student protests and NEET paper leaks. Opposition leaders rejected Home Minister Amit Shah's offer for discussion. Rahul Gandhi demanded the Home Minister's resignation over alleged police action. The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day amid continued protests. The government expressed frustration over…

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Charges against Justice Yashwant Varma 'are proved': Lok Sabha probe panel on cash discovery

A Lok Sabha panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery charges. The committee stated he failed to provide satisfactory explanations for the money. Evidence was not properly secured or preserved during the investigation. Justice Varma resigned after nearly 200 MPs pressed for his removal. His resignation has not…

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Over 36,000 firms shut operations in Maharashtra in 5 yrs; Oppn claims graft, govt interference

In Maharashtra, over 36,000 private companies have been dissolved within the last five years, particularly affecting the business services and manufacturing industries, thereby limiting job opportunities. Opposition figures blame these closures on government corruption and mishandling, challenging the narrative of economic growth and employment creation. Notably, Mumbai City, Pune, and…

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Will 8th Pay Commission submit its report before 18-month deadline? Minister clarifies

8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission is currently engaging with various stakeholders regarding issues related to pay and pensions. The findings are expected to be submitted within 18 months of its formation. Led by chairperson Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, this initiative aims to benefit nearly 35.77 lakh civilian…

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Lok Sabha passes Keralam renaming, co-op Bills amid Opposition uproar

The Lok Sabha passed two Bills, including renaming Kerala, without debate. Opposition MPs continued protests demanding the Union Home Minister's presence. The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill and the National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill were passed. Protests over student demonstrations and alleged temple fund theft continued. Several other important…

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Amid disruptions, speaker Om Birla asks government, opposition to arrive at common ground to let House function

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed anguish over repeated disruptions in parliamentary proceedings. He urged the government and opposition to find common ground for debating key Bills. The Speaker noted the government agreed to a response from the Home Minister on student protests. Other opposition issues can also be discussed…

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"Let voice of people be heard...": Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla makes emotional appeal to Parliament floor leaders

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged political parties to cooperate for smooth House functioning. He emphasised hearing the voice of the people and discussing key bills. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of stalling parliamentary proceedings. The government is ready for a detailed debate on student movements and activities.…

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K C Venugopal writes to LS Speaker urging Amit Shah statement on police action on students

Congress MP K C Venugopal has urged the Lok Sabha Speaker to demand a statement. He wants Home Minister Amit Shah to address police brutalities against protesting students. Venugopal cited the Home Minister's responsibility for Delhi Police actions. He emphasized the constitutional mandate for executive accountability to Parliament. The opposition…

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Govt offers Lok Sabha debate on student protests, Shah to reply; House adjourned amid din

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju offered a Lok Sabha discussion on student protests. Home Minister Amit Shah will respond to the debate, and the opposition was urged to participate. The Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, was then passed without any debate. Opposition MPs continued sloganeering throughout the proceedings in the House.…

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SC adjourns Sena UBT plea challenging six MPs’ merger with Shinde Sena

The Supreme Court has adjourned a hearing on a Shiv Sena (UBT) plea by two weeks. This plea challenges the Lok Sabha Speaker's approval of six MPs merging with Eknath Shinde's faction. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued for interim relief, citing serious consequences of the Speaker's decision. The Speaker had…

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Congress demands SC judge-led probe into alleged Ram Mandir donation theft

Congress MP KC Venugopal demanded a Lok Sabha discussion on Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation embezzlement. He alleged an organized racket within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Venugopal called for a Supreme Court judge-supervised independent inquiry into the matter. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge also urged Prime Minister Modi to…

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Uncertainty over key bills as Congress vows to resist; Monsoon session heading for washout

Key legislation remains uncertain as Parliament's Monsoon session nears its close. Opposition parties are protesting, demanding statements on student issues and opposing new bills. The government seeks support for women's reservation and delimitation bills, facing mixed responses. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act amendment bill also faces strong opposition from various…

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National Green Tribunal must make public report of panel that reviewed approvals for Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh requested the National Green Tribunal to release a crucial project review report. He also highlighted the upcoming Tribunal Reforms Bill scheduled for Lok Sabha discussion. This bill aims to establish a National Tribunals Commission for appointments. The proposed commission will oversee selections for various judicial tribunals.…

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Rijiju welcomes SAD's revised stand on women's quota, delimitation

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju welcomed the Shiromani Akali Dal's revised stance on women's reservation. The party now supports immediate passage of the women's reservation and delimitation bills. This development follows a meeting between SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The government seeks to implement 33 percent…

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Bill to set up body to appoint chiefs, members of tribunals set to be tabled in Lok Sabha next week

According to the Tribunals Reforms Bill, its key aim is to improve efficiency, ensure independence, transparency and uniformity in the qualification and appointment of chairpersons and members for various tribunals.

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PM Modi hosts MPs of NDA allies over breakfast, expresses concern over Parliament disruptions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted over forty NDA constituent MPs for a breakfast meeting. He emphasised the need for smooth parliamentary functioning and discussed development for West Bengal and Northeast states.

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Lok Sabha passes MSME payment delay bill amid opposition protests

The Lok Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, without debate. This legislation aims to improve payment mechanisms for small businesses. It establishes timelines for faster dispute resolution and addresses liquidity issues. The bill also empowers courts to order partial payments to suppliers. This measure seeks to support India's…

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Opposition cannot dictate which minister will come to House and respond, says Rijiju in Lok Sabha

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the opposition cannot dictate ministerial responses. He asserted that Home Minister Amit Shah attends Parliament daily and stays late. Rijiju told the opposition they would not be able to digest Shah's response. The government and the Chair decide which minister will respond to questions.…

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