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Indian Parliament Passes Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judges to 38
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-expressndtv19d ago3 sources

Indian Parliament Passes Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judges to 38

The Indian Parliament has passed a bill to increase the number of Supreme Court judges from 31 to 38, with the Rajya Sabha clearing the legislation by voice vote. The government chose the Money Bill route for this change, a decision that is currently pending before the Supreme Court.

India's Rajya Sabha Passes Registration of Births and Deaths Bill
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv20d ago4 sources

India's Rajya Sabha Passes Registration of Births and Deaths Bill

India's Rajya Sabha has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths Bill amidst opposition protests and without discussion. The new amendments to the law include provisions that could require court intervention for birth registrations delayed by more than two years.

India's Lok Sabha Passes Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judges to 38
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv21d ago4 sources

India's Lok Sabha Passes Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judges to 38

India's Lok Sabha has passed a bill to increase the number of Supreme Court judges from 31 to 38, replacing an ordinance promulgated in May. The legislation was cleared without debate amid opposition disruptions and aims to address a mounting backlog of cases.

Rahul Gandhi Faces Privilege Notice Over Lok Sabha Speech
PoliticsTimes of India25d ago

Rahul Gandhi Faces Privilege Notice Over Lok Sabha Speech

Rahul Gandhi is under scrutiny after the BJP submitted a breach of privilege notice against him following his remarks in the Lok Sabha. The notice was moved by Anurag Thakur, citing Gandhi's warning to PM Modi and Amit Shah against threatening 'Gen Z'.

Rahul Gandhi's 'Idiot' and 'Andhbhakt' Remarks Spark Uproar in Lok Sabha
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express26d ago3 sources

Rahul Gandhi's 'Idiot' and 'Andhbhakt' Remarks Spark Uproar in Lok Sabha

Rahul Gandhi's use of terms like 'idiot' and 'andhbhakt' during a speech in the Lok Sabha led to significant uproar and condemnation from the BJP, who slammed his language as unparliamentary. Jitendra Singh also jabbed at Gandhi, suggesting he had 'FOMO' during the parliamentary clash.

Indian Government Responds to Widespread Student Protests Over Exam Leaks
PoliticsNYTFTThe Guardian+10Al JazeeraFrance 24NHK Worlddennik-npolitikenTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+2 more1mo ago13 sources

Indian Government Responds to Widespread Student Protests Over Exam Leaks

India's government has introduced a new anti-cheating law and Prime Minister Modi has engaged with students on social media following weeks of widespread protests by young people over alleged exam paper leaks and unemployment. The protests, which gained significant traction online, have led to some concessions from the government.

Study Reveals MP Attendance in Indian Budget Session
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

Study Reveals MP Attendance in Indian Budget Session

A recent study indicates that 46% of Lok Sabha MPs attended over 90% of the budget session, with smaller parties like RLP and RLD showing 100% attendance, while larger parties like BJP and Congress recorded lower figures.

Dissent Emerges in Punjab Congress Amidst Truce Efforts
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago2 sources

Dissent Emerges in Punjab Congress Amidst Truce Efforts

A fragile truce within the Punjab Congress is being tested by fresh dissent, notably following a cryptic social media post by Lok Sabha lawmaker Manish Tewari after he was excluded from recent appointments.

Shiv Sena (UBT) Faces New Rebellion; 'Operation Tiger' May Boost Shinde's NDA Position
PoliticsTimes of India2mo ago

Shiv Sena (UBT) Faces New Rebellion; 'Operation Tiger' May Boost Shinde's NDA Position

The Shiv Sena (UBT) is facing a fresh rebellion as several MPs are rumored to be defecting to the Eknath Shinde camp, prompting the party to issue a whip and approach the Lok Sabha Speaker. This 'Operation Tiger' revives memories of the 2022 rebellion and could significantly boost the NDA in the Lok Sabha, potentially increasing the Shiv Sena's tally to 13 and strengthening Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's political clout within the NDA and Maharashtra's Mahayuti alliance.

Rebellion Alleged Within Mamata Banerjee's TMC in India
Politicshindustan-times2mo ago

Rebellion Alleged Within Mamata Banerjee's TMC in India

Rebel TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar alleged that nearly 20 party MPs had written to Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla to convey their support for the BJP-led NDA, indicating a significant internal rebellion within Mamata Banerjee's party.

TMC Lok Sabha Unit Faces Potential Split Amid Leadership Changes
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-times2mo ago2 sources

TMC Lok Sabha Unit Faces Potential Split Amid Leadership Changes

Several Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs are heading to Delhi, signaling a potential split within the party's Lok Sabha unit. This comes as Abhishek Banerjee retains his position as General Secretary, but with the addition of two joint secretaries.

Harsh Malhotra Appointed Delhi BJP Chief
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express2mo ago2 sources

Harsh Malhotra Appointed Delhi BJP Chief

Harsh Malhotra, a Lok Sabha MP and Union Minister, has been appointed as the new Delhi BJP chief. His appointment was part of a broader announcement of state presidents for three states.

BJP Questions Rahul Gandhi's Foreign Trips
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express3mo ago2 sources

BJP Questions Rahul Gandhi's Foreign Trips

India's ruling BJP has questioned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips, demanding details and suggesting he inform the Lok Sabha in advance. The Congress party dismissed the queries as a tactic to divert attention.

BJP Achieves Historic West Bengal Victory, Mamata Banerjee Defeated
PoliticsBBCNYTFT+13Al Jazeerahelsingin-sanomatDWSCMPorfpolitikenTimes of Indiahindustan-times+5 more3mo ago16 sources

BJP Achieves Historic West Bengal Victory, Mamata Banerjee Defeated

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the West Bengal election, leading to the defeat of incumbent Mamata Banerjee and her party. The outcome has prompted discussions on government formation and speculation regarding the next Chief Minister.

Tamil Nadu Minister Clarifies Stance on Lok Sabha Seat Delimitation Freeze
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-times3d ago2 sources

Tamil Nadu Minister Clarifies Stance on Lok Sabha Seat Delimitation Freeze

A Tamil Nadu minister clarified that Chief Minister Vijay informed Amit Shah of the state's stance that the existing freeze on Lok Sabha seats should continue. The Congress party has backed the Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government's position on delimitation, advocating for a 25-year freeze on seats.

Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Resolution to Freeze Lok Sabha Seats at 543
Politicshindustan-timesndtv11d ago2 sources

Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Resolution to Freeze Lok Sabha Seats at 543

Actor Vijay has urged Prime Minister Modi to freeze Lok Sabha seats at 543, drawing attention to a resolution passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday, which also called for freezing the number of seats at 543 and addressed the proposed delimitation of constituencies and women's reservation.

Indian Parliament Impasse Continues Amid Opposition Protests
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv13d ago4 sources

Indian Parliament Impasse Continues Amid Opposition Protests

The Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session continues to face an impasse, with both houses repeatedly adjourned due to ongoing protests and sloganeering from the Opposition. The Opposition is demanding a statement from Amit Shah regarding student protests and other issues, while the NDA counters with its own protests.

Politicsndtv17d ago

Lok Sabha Passes Bills for Foreign Bond Investors and MSME Payment Delays

The Lok Sabha has passed two significant bills: one granting tax exemption to foreign bond investors and another aimed at tackling payment delays and speeding up dispute resolution for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). These legislative actions seek to boost investment and support small businesses.

Lok Sabha Passes Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-timesndtv24d ago3 sources

Lok Sabha Passes Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Bill

India's Lok Sabha has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023, amidst protests from opposition parties. The bill aims to digitize birth and death records and make them accessible across various government databases.

Priyanka Gandhi's 'Gaumutra Expert' Remark Draws Academic Condemnation
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv25d ago4 sources

Priyanka Gandhi's 'Gaumutra Expert' Remark Draws Academic Condemnation

Priyanka Gandhi's 'gaumutra expert' jibe, directed at the IIT Madras director, has sparked controversy and drawn ire from over 200 academicians. An open letter slammed the remark, stating that mockery is not a substitute for substantive criticism and that the director is among India's top tech brains.

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah of Ordering Force on Students, Sparks Uproar
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express26d ago3 sources

Rahul Gandhi Accuses Amit Shah of Ordering Force on Students, Sparks Uproar

Rahul Gandhi has accused Amit Shah of ordering the use of force on protesting students, sparking a major uproar in the Lok Sabha and prompting the BJP to demand proof. Gandhi also criticized the resignation of Pradhan, stating the RSS truly ran the education ministry.

Amit Shah to Introduce Births and Deaths Amendment Bill
Politicshindustan-times27d ago

Amit Shah to Introduce Births and Deaths Amendment Bill

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to introduce the Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, which will also continue discussions on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026.

Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid Protests Over Pellet Gun Use
Politicshindustan-times29d ago

Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid Protests Over Pellet Gun Use

India's Lok Sabha was adjourned until noon following opposition protests regarding the use of pellet guns against demonstrators, an event that occurred days after the former education minister resigned amidst nationwide youth-led protests.

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee Suspended from Lok Sabha
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago3 sources

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee Suspended from Lok Sabha

TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has been suspended from the Lok Sabha for the remainder of the Monsoon Session. The suspension follows complaints of unparliamentary language used against a woman MP and party defectors.

CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' March Leads to Parliament Chaos and Adjournments
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express1mo ago2 sources

CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' March Leads to Parliament Chaos and Adjournments

The 'Chalo Sansad' march organized by the CJP to India's Parliament resulted in clashes with authorities, including a lathi charge and internet shutdowns in Delhi. The protest, which saw participation from prominent figures, led to the Lok Sabha being adjourned 7 times and the Rajya Sabha six, amid the din on the opening day of the monsoon session.

Lok Sabha Speaker Approves Merger of Rebel MPs with Shinde Camp
Politicshindustan-times1mo ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Approves Merger of Rebel MPs with Shinde Camp

The Lok Sabha Speaker has approved the merger of six rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction, a move that the Sena (UBT) has deemed illegal and vowed to challenge. Separately, TMC rebel leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay met with Prime Minister Modi after receiving the Speaker's nod.

Shiv Sena (UBT) Faces New Rebellion Amidst Defection Buzz
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express2mo ago3 sources

Shiv Sena (UBT) Faces New Rebellion Amidst Defection Buzz

The Shiv Sena (UBT) is facing a fresh rebellion as several MPs are rumored to be defecting to the Eknath Shinde camp, prompting the party to issue a whip and approach the Lok Sabha Speaker. This 'Operation Tiger' revives memories of the 2022 rebellion and could significantly boost the NDA in the Lok Sabha.

TMC, Sena (UBT) Flux: Bid to Boost NDA Numbers in Lok Sabha for Women's Bill?
PoliticsTimes of India2mo ago

TMC, Sena (UBT) Flux: Bid to Boost NDA Numbers in Lok Sabha for Women's Bill?

The headline is already in English, but the context refers to Indian political parties (TMC, Sena UBT) and parliamentary bodies (Lok Sabha) in India, and a Women's Bill, which is a significant legislative proposal in India. The question implies a potential shift in alliances or support within the Indian parliament to increase the numbers for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in relation to the Women's Bill.

Rebel Trinamool MPs Merge with Nationalist Citizens Party
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv2mo ago4 sources

Rebel Trinamool MPs Merge with Nationalist Citizens Party

Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs announced their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party and met with the Lok Sabha speaker to demand recognition as a separate bloc. However, the official TMC leadership, led by Abhishek Banerjee, wrote to the speaker opposing this recognition.

20 Trinamool Congress MPs Seek Alliance with NDA
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express2mo ago2 sources

20 Trinamool Congress MPs Seek Alliance with NDA

Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs have written to the Lok Sabha Speaker, expressing their desire to join the NDA and end their ties with the Abhishek Banerjee-led bloc, deepening the turmoil within the TMC.

Vijay's TVK Secures Majority to Form Tamil Nadu Government
PoliticsDWhotnewsTimes of India+4hindustan-timesindian-expressiefimeridandtv3mo ago7 sources

Vijay's TVK Secures Majority to Form Tamil Nadu Government

Actor Vijay's TVK party has successfully secured the required majority, including support from other parties like IUML, to form the government in Tamil Nadu. This development follows an initial impasse and multiple meetings with the state Governor.

Shah Writes to Birla for Debate on NEET Protests
PoliticsTimes of India13d ago

Shah Writes to Birla for Debate on NEET Protests

India's Home Minister Amit Shah has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to allocate time for a debate on the ongoing NEET protests. This move indicates the government's readiness to discuss the student concerns in parliament.

Indian Parliament Debates Kerala Name Change and Foreign Funding Bill
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express15d ago2 sources

Indian Parliament Debates Kerala Name Change and Foreign Funding Bill

Indian Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to present bills in the Lok Sabha today, including one proposing to rename Kerala as Keralam and another to expand the financing powers of the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC). Concurrently, India's ambassador to the US has clarified the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), emphasizing it as a sovereign step with parallels in US law, as the government prepares to table the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2026, during the monsoon session.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Requests New Porch at Makar Dwar
PoliticsTimes of India17d ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Requests New Porch at Makar Dwar

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has requested a proposal for the construction of a new porch at Makar Dwar. The proposed covered entryway aims to provide shelter for Members of Parliament and staff from rain, with CPWD officials tasked to investigate its feasibility and cost.

Indian Parliament Debates Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amidst Opposition Clash
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express27d ago3 sources

Indian Parliament Debates Tougher Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amidst Opposition Clash

The Indian Parliament's Lok Sabha engaged in a fiery debate over a new anti-paper leak bill, which proposes stricter penalties including up to 10 years in jail and a ₹50 lakh fine. The government and opposition clashed over the bill's provisions, with some MPs incorporating Gen Z slang into their arguments.

Indian Parliament to Discuss Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express28d ago3 sources

Indian Parliament to Discuss Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests

The Indian Parliament is set to discuss the anti-paper leak Bill, aiming to end a deadlock and address concerns over examination integrity. The bill proposes strict penalties, including at least five years in jail and a 50 lakh fine, for those involved in paper leaks.

Indian Parliament Monsoon Session Begins Amid Protests
PoliticsFTTimes of Indiahindustan-times+1indian-express1mo ago4 sources

Indian Parliament Monsoon Session Begins Amid Protests

The Indian Parliament's monsoon session has begun, with the first day largely disrupted by protests over issues like NEET and alleged 'donation chori'. The government plans to push the Vande Mataram bill on the second day.

Rahul Gandhi's Meeting Cancelled Due to Bad Weather
Politicshindustan-times2mo ago

Rahul Gandhi's Meeting Cancelled Due to Bad Weather

Rahul Gandhi's scheduled meeting with 'Mohammad Deepak' was cancelled after bad weather disrupted flight operations, prompting the Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition to issue a video message and written statement expressing regret.

TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns from All Party Posts
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv2mo ago4 sources

TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns from All Party Posts

Trinamool Congress (TMC) Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from all her party posts, citing that her position no longer holds meaning, amidst reports of leadership discontent.

Inquiry Panels Submit Reports on Judicial and Legislative Matters
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+3danasndtvinquirer3mo ago6 sources

Inquiry Panels Submit Reports on Judicial and Legislative Matters

Multiple inquiry panels have submitted their findings and reports to relevant authorities, including the Lok Sabha Speaker in India regarding allegations against Justice Varma and the Department of Justice in the Philippines concerning a Senate shooting. Additionally, a House Panel is set to review a report on NTA reforms amidst the NEET-UG paper leak controversy.

Actor Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM, Sparks Early Controversies
PoliticsaftonbladetTimes of Indiavariety+6hindustan-timesindian-expressndtvmalay-mailPremium Timespunch-ng3mo ago9 sources

Actor Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM, Sparks Early Controversies

Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, officially marking his transition from cinema to state leadership. His swearing-in ceremony and initial days in office were met with both public celebration and political controversies, including a dispute over the rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.

DMK Seeks Separate Lok Sabha Seating After Split From Congress
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express3mo ago3 sources

DMK Seeks Separate Lok Sabha Seating After Split From Congress

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has formally requested separate seating arrangements for its Members of Parliament in the Lok Sabha. This request follows the party's recent split from its alliance with the Congress.