The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing one of the most significant political challenges in its history as an internal rebellion led by former party leader Ritabrata Banerjee continues to deepen. What initially appeared to be a dispute within the party’s legislative wing in West Bengal is now raising concerns about a possible spillover into Parliament,...
Veteran Congress leader Siddaramaiah has ruled out any move to national politics after resigning as Karnataka Chief Minister, making it clear that he intends to remain actively involved in state politics and continue serving as a legislator in Karnataka. The senior Congress leader confirmed that he had declined an offer to move to the Rajya...
In a significant development in parliamentary affairs, Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha has been appointed as the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha Committee on Petitions. The appointment places the young parliamentarian in charge of one of the Upper House’s important committees that directly addresses public grievances and citizen concerns related to governance and legislation....
In a major political development that could significantly alter the balance of power in Parliament, seven Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha, have announced their decision to part ways with the party and align with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The move marks one...
National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Chandrapuram Ponnusamy (CP) Radhakrishnan has been elected as the 15th Vice President of India after winning the vice-presidential election held on Tuesday. He defeated the joint Opposition candidate, former Supreme Court judge B. Sudershan Reddy, in a high-stakes contest. According to Rajya Sabha General Secretary PC Modi, the NDA nominee...
The election to choose India’s next Vice President is currently underway, with members of both Houses of Parliament casting their votes. The ruling NDA has nominated Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan, while the Opposition has fielded former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy. Polling is being conducted between 10 AM and 5 PM in Room No....
Lucknow: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has reinstated former Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Siddharth into the party with immediate effect, months after his expulsion for alleged anti-party activities. The BSP leader cited Siddharth’s public apology and commitment to the party as reasons for giving him another chance. In a post on X (formerly Twitter)...
The Monsoon Session of Parliament 2025 concluded on Thursday after being adjourned sine die a day ahead of schedule, following continuous protests by opposition parties demanding a debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Despite repeated disruptions, both Houses managed to pass 15 key bills during the 21 sittings spread...
On the final day of the Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, just a day after it cleared the Lok Sabha. This landmark legislation seeks to prohibit harmful online money-based gaming activities, including gambling and betting, while promoting skill-based e-sports and non-monetary social games. Introduced by Electronics...
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Vice Presidential candidate, Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan, filed his nomination on Wednesday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior Union ministers, showcasing a strong display of unity ahead of the September 9 election. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP President JP Nadda, Union Health...