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'Not possible to accommodate all, will provide opportunities in future': Karnataka CM Shivakumar after Cabinet expansion

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said that all MLAs cannot be accommodated in the Cabinet at once, adding that those who miss out on ministerial berths will get opportunities in the future.

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Rajya Sabha clears MSME bill to fast-track payment disputes amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, on Monday. This legislation aims to expedite delayed payment dispute resolutions for small businesses. It also seeks to improve cash flow and strengthen the sector's financial framework. Opposition members disrupted proceedings, demanding a discussion on police action against students. The…

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Parliament adjourned for the day amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after Opposition members raised slogans. Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge was permitted to speak by the Chairman. However, no notices under Rule 267 were admitted for discussion. Opposition members protested paper leaks and alleged theft from the Ram Temple. Union Minister Shivraj Singh…

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Karnataka cabinet expansion likely on Monday; Congress MLAs vie for berths

Karnataka's cabinet expansion is anticipated early next week, following party consultations. Several Congress MLAs openly expressed their aspirations for ministerial positions. A meeting at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence discussed the final list of new ministers. Announcements regarding the cabinet expansion are expected by Sunday evening or Monday morning. The party high…

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'Why are PM Modi and Amit Shah silent?': Kharge attacks Centre over paper leak crisis as Rajya Sabha debates anti-paper leak Bill

The Rajya Sabha debated the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, after its Lok Sabha passage. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the bill as a sham, questioning its effectiveness. Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated the bill reflects constructive suggestions and protects students' futures. Amendments mandate investigations within two months and trials…

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Parliament Monsoon Session: Opposition floor leaders to meet at 10 am in Mallikarjun Kharge's office

Opposition floor leaders will meet Tuesday to strategize on Parliament's ongoing deadlock. The meeting aims to coordinate approaches for both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings. Parliament has seen adjournments due to the NEET paper leak controversy and police actions. The Public Examinations Amendment Bill was introduced amid opposition protests…

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NEET row: Opposition leaders to hold strategy meet, stage protest against Police action on students

Opposition leaders convened to plan their parliamentary strategy for the ongoing session. They will discuss police action against student protestors and the NEET paper leak. Leaders voiced concerns over the use of pellet guns on unarmed youth. The government plans to introduce a bill on public examinations today. Opposition members…

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Congress slams Modi government over DU, JNU 'warning' students to stay away from Jantar Mantar

Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru Universities warned students to avoid Jantar Mantar protests. Congress criticized the government, accusing it of using universities for propaganda. Rahul Gandhi questioned Delhi University's threat to students exercising democratic rights. Students are protesting the NEET paper leak and demanding the education minister's resignation. The universities cited…

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'Dismiss Pradhan': Opposition MPs stage protest at Parliament over NEET paper leak

Opposition MPs continue protests demanding Union Education Minister's resignation. They cite three demands including the minister's dismissal and an apology. Prime Minister Modi stated stricter actions would be taken against offenders. He also announced a draft bill for fast-track courts and severe punishment. The government has met student protests with…

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Make statement in Parliament instead of delivering 'one-sided Mann Ki Baat': Mallikarjun Kharge to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Parliament. He stated the Prime Minister should make a statement on the paper leaks issue. Modi announced a bill with strong action against paper leaks would be introduced soon. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Prime Minister's video message regarding the…

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Kiren Rijiju says Opposition 'running away' from NEET debate, offers to let it decide timing

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready for a debate. He accused the Opposition of evading discussion on the NEET paper leak issue. The government is prepared for a detailed debate in both Houses of Parliament. Opposition parties can decide the date and duration for this discussion.…

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Look into eyes of youth who bled on streets protesting: Mallikarjun Kharge to PM Modi

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding youth protests. He stated that all doors for the youth have been shut. Kharge demanded the Education Minister's immediate dismissal and an apology. He also alleged the RSS has captured the education system. The prime minister announced fast-track courts for…

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Parliament deadlock continues; Opposition to meet over strategy

Opposition floor leaders will meet to strategize their joint parliamentary approach. Parliament remains stalled as the opposition demands a minister's resignation. They also insist on discussing the NEET-UG paper leak under a specific rule. The government is ready for debate but opposes new conditions. Meanwhile, a TMC leader criticized his…

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Lok Sabha suspends TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee; chair says remarks against women MPs hurt 'dignity of the House'

Lok Sabha suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee for the session. He used unsavoury language against women members during a heated exchange. Presiding officer Krishna Prasad Tenneti announced the decision after complaints. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moved the motion for his suspension. The Lok Sabha was later adjourned amid opposition…

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Congress surprises govt, its own MPs with protest at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg

Congress leaders staged a surprise sit-in at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were forcibly removed by the police. The protest aimed at demanding the Prime Minister's resignation from his post. The government rushed officials to persuade the opposition leaders to leave. The leaders were detained…

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Govt tells Rahul Gandhi it is ready for debate in Parliament on NEET, accuses LoP of backtracking

The government stated readiness to discuss NEET exam issues in Parliament. Rahul Gandhi demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation during a protest. Police forcibly removed and detained Gandhi and other Congress leaders. Pawan Khera criticized the government's handling of the protest and students. Congress leaders called for accountability from Prime…

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Rahul Gandhi, opposition MPs meet Birla; seek discussion on 'brutality' unleashed on students

Opposition MPs met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking a discussion on student issues. They demanded accountability from the government regarding the examination crisis. Rahul Gandhi stated Parliament must discuss the youth's future and their concerns. Protests over the NEET paper leak issue had previously stalled parliamentary proceedings.

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CJP protest: Kharge not to celebrate birthday, says 'not a day for celebration but to seek accountability'

Mallikarjun Kharge canceled his birthday celebration due to government actions against protesters. Students demanding justice faced lathicharges and tear gas shells yesterday. The Congress president demanded accountability and the restoration of democracy. He called for the Union Education Minister to resign immediately. Kharge also advocated for a student-centric examination system.

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DK Shivakumar goes to Delhi again, amid Karnataka cabinet expansion buzz

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is traveling to New Delhi for crucial cabinet expansion discussions. He will meet with the Congress high command and Union ministers regarding the pending cabinet appointments. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and state Congress President B K Hariprasad are also expected to join these important…

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INDIA bloc vows to demand accountability from govt on Ram temple donation 'theft', paper leaks

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for the Parliament's Monsoon session. They will demand accountability from the government on key national issues. Concerns include alleged Ram temple donation theft and education system failures. The bloc also plans to address ethanol blending mandates and paper leaks. They vow to fight…

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Rahul Gandhi, Kharge write to PM Modi, seek probe into Ram temple trust donations

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an independent investigation into the financial affairs of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. In their letter, the Congress leaders called for a probe into the handling of donations, including cash, gold and silver, and urged…

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Friends to foes, controversial bills, agitation at its door: Parliament braces for stormy Monsoon session

Parliament's Monsoon Session begins Monday amid expectations of a stormy showdown, with the government pushing key bills, including a renewed Constitution Amendment Bill on women's reservation and delimitation.

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'Revenge tactic to secure two-thirds majority': Jairam Ramesh slams Centre over potential Delimitation Bill

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the government's potential Delimitation Bill introduction. He alleged the move aims to secure a two-thirds majority and weaken opposition parties. The government is reportedly eyeing the 2029 general elections with this legislative proposal. Concerns were raised about the bill's impact on the federal structure and…

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Karnataka Cabinet expansion: Preliminary talks on, list to be finalised soon, says Jarkiholi

Preliminary discussions for Karnataka's cabinet expansion have begun. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah met party leadership regarding the expansion. The Congress high command will finalize the list of candidates soon. All 20 vacancies are expected to be filled before the assembly session. Selections will consider caste, religion, region,…

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"Paper leaks, price rise, corruption among issues will be raised in Monsoon Session": Congress president Kharge

Congress President and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Thursday said the party will hold the PM Narendra Modi-led government accountable on several issues, including alleged corruption, paper leaks, price rise, foreign policy, and the rights of marginalised communities during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament.

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