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Speculation rife that Ashwini Vaishnaw may be re-elected to Rajya Sabha with support of BJD

Former legislator Debashish Samantaray and BJD youth wing VP Subhasish Khuntia file nomination for Rajya Sabha election in Odisha.

The Hindu

JD(U) names former Minister Sanjay Jha as its candidate for Rajya Sabha

Janata Dal (U) names Sanjay Jha, close associate of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, as its candidate for Rajya Sabha election.

The Hindu

With Ashok Chavan tipped for Upper House, BJP hints at fielding Narayan Rane in Lok Sabha fray

Former Congressman Ashok Chavan's entry into the BJP dampens Narayan Rane's chances of a second term in Rajya Sabha, but BJP may field Rane in Lok Sabha polls.

The Hindu

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In Bengal, balancing local and national aspirations

The Trinamool Congress is trying to balance local and national aspirations

The Hindu

Sonia Gandhi to file nomination for Rajya Sabha election from Rajasthan

Chairperson of Congress Parliamentary Party and former party president Sonia Gandhi, will be filing nomination for the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan

The Hindu

Sandeshkhali: Setback to TMC, Calcutta High Court orders removal of prohibitory orders in Basirhat amid BJP agitation

In a major setback to the West Bengal government, the Calcutta High Court ordered the removal of prohibitory orders that were imposed under Section 144

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Samajwadi Party candidates for three Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh files nomination

Samajwadi Party nominates Jaya Bachchan, Ramjilal Suman, and Alok Ranjan as candidates for Rajya Sabha elections.

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Will feel honoured if Sonia Gandhi goes to Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh: Jitu Patwari

Madhya Pradesh Congress requests Sonia Gandhi to represent the State in Rajya Sabha; Congress leaders receive I-T notices.

The Hindu

Ashok Chavan’s exit casts shadow on Congress’s fortunes in Rajya Sabha polls

The resignation of senior Congressman Ashok Chavan and potential Congress split in Maharashtra overshadow the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

The Hindu

Congress leaders meet to discuss seat-sharing in Lok Sabha polls

Top Congress leaders meet to discuss seat-sharing arrangements and potential candidates for upcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

The Hindu

BJP announces two candidates from Rajasthan for Rajya Sabha elections

The BJP announces its candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Rajasthan, balancing caste composition.

The Hindu

The fifth estate: Sagarika Ghose joins a long list of journalists entering politics

Journalist-author Sagarika Ghose has sprung a surprise with the Trinamool Congress’s decision to field her as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls. But she isn’t the first – India has had a long list of journalists entering the political arena, some even becoming ministers.

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"Came as a surprise": BJP's Raja Devendra Pratap Singh on RS nomination from Chhattisgarh

Raja Devendra Pratap Singh, who has been nominated as a BJP candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from Chhattisgarh, on Sunday said the decision took him by 'surprise'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Narayansa Bandage gets BJP ticket for RS polls

The BJP has chosen the former MLC and Hindutva veteran from North Karnataka Narayansa Bandage as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls from Karnataka scheduled for February 27.

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BJP releases first list of 14 RS nominees; R.P.N. Singh, Sudhanshu Trivedi make the cut

BJP announces 14 candidates for Rajya Sabha polls, including former Union Minister R.P.N Singh, with nominations from multiple states.

The Hindu

Parliament’s average annual sitting days down to 55 in the 17th Lok Sabha from 135 in the first

The 17th Lok Sabha had fewer sittings and rushed bill passing, with only 16% referred to committees, and limited discussion on Private Members' Bills.

The Hindu

Congress MP from Jharkhand appears before ED for second consecutive day in money laundering case

Congress’ Rajya Sabha MP from Jharkhand, Dhiraj Prasad Sahu, appeared before the Enforcement Directorate for the second consecutive day

The Hindu

Trinamool names Sagarika Ghose, Sushmita Dev, and two others for Rajya Sabha

The TMC on February 11 announced the names of journalist Sagarika Ghose, party leader Sushmita Dev and two others for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls from the State

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RS chairman accuses Congress leaders of disrespecting Chaudhary Charan Singh's legacy, causing distress to farmers

RS Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday accused Congress leaders of creating an environment in the House that disrespects the memory of Chaudhary Charan Singh, thereby causing distress to farmers across the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu appears before ED for questioning in money-laundering case

Money-laundering case: Congress MP Dhiraj Prasad Sahu appears before the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money-laundering case involving Hemant Soren.

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Rajya Sabha to hold short discussion on White Paper, Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha on last day of Budget session

Rajya Sabha will on Saturday, the last session of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament, hold a short-duration discussion on the White Paper put out by the Centre and on the Pran Pratistha of Ram Lalla. Read further on Dynamite News:

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After Bharat Ratna for Charan Singh, RLD gives its heart to NDA

The Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) joins the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) after BJP's decision to confer Bharat Ratna on Chaudhary Charan Singh.

The Hindu

Parliament clears Bill to curb malpractices in public exams

The Rajya Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness in public exams.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | We rescued the economy from crisis, says government; Gujarat BJP leaders reject Rahul Gandhi’s charges on PM’s OBC status, and more

From Govt saying we rescued the economy from crisis, to Israel striking southern Gaza town, read a select list of stories from The Hindu to start the day.

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PM Modi lauds Manmohan Singh in Rajya Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded former PM Manmohan Singh's contribution to Parliament and said his valuable thoughts as a leader is 'inspiration" for lawmakers. Read further on Dynamite News:

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