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Amartya Sen says recent poll results prove India not a 'Hindu Rashtra'
Sen underscored the importance of being politically open-minded in a secular country like India. "I do not think the idea of turning India into a Hindu Rashtra is appropriate," he said.
Speaker's Election: TMC decouples from INDIA bloc over division of votes
Protem Speaker Bhatruhari Mahtab clarified on the floor of the House that the Opposition was not "pressing for division". Later, Congress spokesman Jairam Ramesh said on X: "INDIA parties exercised their democratic right and moved motions in support of Kodikunnil Suresh... Voice vote was taken. Thereafter, INDIA parties could have insisted on division. They did not do so. This is because they wanted a spirit of consensus and cooperation to prevail, a spirit singularly lacking in the actions of the PM and the NDA."
Rahul Gandhi's appointment as LoP in Lok Sabha to reinvigorate Cong, INDIA bloc: Sachin Pilot
Amidst leadership changes and parliamentary dynamics, addressing exam irregularities is paramount for upholding fairness and credibility. Thorough investigations and preventive measures are necessary to maintain integrity in medical entrance exams, ensuring a level playing field for all aspirants.
Chirag Paswan's dig at INDIA bloc while congratulating Speaker Om Birla for election
Union Minister Chirag Paswan said Wednesday the decisions taken by Kota MP Om Birla as the speaker of the last Lok Sabha have strengthened democracy.Chirag Paswan's dig at INDIA bloc while congratulating Speaker Om Birla for election
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla condemns 1975 Emergency, calls it 'black chapter' in India's history
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, on June 26, 2024, strongly condemned the imposition of the Emergency in 1975 and appreciated those who opposed it. He highlighted that the event will always be a dark chapter in India's history, as it curtailed democratic value...
LoP Rahul Gandhi to Speaker Om Birla: We are India’s voice, you are final arbiter of that voice
Lok Sabha's Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, congratulated Om Birla on being elected as the Speaker of the lower house. Gandhi stated that the Opposition would assist in running the house properly but emphasized that cooperation should be based on trus...
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Behind-the-scenes power play: Messages and signals in battle for Lok Sabha Speaker’s post
Political circles within Parliament discern three distinct messages arising from the unsuccessful negotiations and power dynamics between the government and the Opposition, setting the stage for a rare contest for the position of Lok Sabha Speaker. The Congress and several allies from the INDIA bloc, emboldened by their stronger numbers in the House this session, have maintained their stance on securing the Deputy Speaker's post as a prerequisite for agreeing to the NDA's candidate for Speaker.
Lok Sabha Speaker's post: Why the INDIA bloc is forcing a contest, what it means
Lok Sabha Speaker poll: Even before the actual term of the 18 Lok Sabha begins, there seems to political rifts galore. The first jarring note turned out to be the deep disagreement about the Speaker post, which eventually led to an election -- a rare event in Indian Parliamentary history.
NDA vs INDIA bloc over Lok Sabha Speaker as negotiations fail
YSRCP's endorsement strengthens Om Birla's candidacy in the fiercely contested Speaker election battle amidst opposition demands for Deputy Speaker support.
K Suresh: All you need to know about INDIA bloc's candidate for Lok Sabha speaker post
The INDIA bloc nominated Congress leader K Suresh for the Speaker's position against Om Birla, accusing the ruling NDA of not adhering to the convention of offering the Deputy Speaker's role to the opposition. Suresh, a Congress veteran and eight-term MP, faced electoral challenges in the past due to allegations regarding his caste certificate, which were later resolved by the Supreme Court. He won from the Mavelikkara constituency in Kerala in the 2024 elections. Suresh, born on June 4, 1962, has a legal background and has served as the minister of state for labour.
Not consulted over INDIA bloc's nominee for LS Speaker: TMC
The TMC expressed discontent over not being consulted on the Opposition's decision to nominate Congress MP K Suresh for the post of Lok Sabha Speaker. Suresh filed his nomination without TMC's support, prompting TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee to state that their party leadership will decide their stance. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hinted at a resolution by saying "Jai Samvidhan" after a conversation with Banerjee inside Lok Sabha.
"INDIA bloc will contest Speaker, Dy Speaker elections," says RSP MP NK Premachandran
Revolutionary Socialist Party's MP NK Premachandran announced INDIA bloc's intention to contest for Lok Sabha Speaker and Deputy Speaker. Bhartruhari Mahtab sworn in as pro-tem Speaker. Premachandran criticized PM Modi's remarks on emergency. Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge participated in a protest.
Pro-tem speaker appointment row: INDIA bloc leaders protest holding copy of Constitution
Pro-tem Speaker Appointment Row: Leaders from the INDIA bloc protested inside the Parliament premises against the appointment of Bhartruhari Mahtab as pro-tem speaker. Congress and other party members criticised the ruling BJP for neglecting key issues and the Dalit community. Samajwadi Party and Trinamool Congress MPs also joined the protest, accusing the Modi government of violating the Constitution. In response, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar defended Mahtab's appointment and criticised the opposition for breaching conventions.
INDIA bloc leaders to enter Lok Sabha together as mark of unity
The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha begins today, with Opposition INDIA bloc MPs showing unity by entering together. Newly elected MPs, including Prime Minister Modi, will take the oath, and the session is expected to be contentious with discussions on various issues. The Lok Sabha Speaker election is set for June 26.
BJP hits out at INDIA bloc parties over silence on TN hooch tragedy
BJP criticizes INDIA bloc over hooch tragedy in DMK-ruled Tamil Nadu, urging leaders to show repentance at Mahatma Gandhi statue in Parliament complex for lives lost.
BJP targets INDIA bloc over Kallakurchi tragedy that claimed 56 lives, calls it 'murder'
BJP MP Sambit Patra hit out at the INDIA bloc and the Congress and alleged that they were silent on the hooch tragedy in Kallakurchi, Tamil Nadu and called it a murder of 32 Dalits. BJP MP Sambit Patra criticized the INDIA bloc and the Congress for their silence on the recent tragedy in southern India that claimed 56 lives. He alleged that they did not speak out about the hooch tragedy in Kallakurchi, Tamil Nadu, which he described as the murder of 32 Dalits.
Exit polls loss-making venture: Axis My India chief
Exit polls are a loss-making business, with the only profit for pollsters like Axis My India chief Pradeep Gupta being visibility. Gupta's company is focused on corporate clients for revenue.
India probably needs to go back to ballots: Dipankar Bhattacharya
Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation general secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya suggested that India may need to return to ballot papers due to concerns regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). During an interview with PTI editors, Bhattacharya expressed his worries about the alleged "saffronisation" of education and a stock market "scam" influenced by exit polls.
India criticises Canadian parliament observing 'one minute silence' in memory of Hardeep Singh Nijjar
India on Friday was critical of the Canadian parliament observing "one minute silence" in the memory of Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was gunned down in Surrey, British Columbia, in June last year. "We naturally oppose any moves giving political space to extremism and advocacy of violence," External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
Congress, INDIA bloc leaders hail Rahul Gandhi on birthday
Birthday wishes poured in for Rahul Gandhi as he turned 54 on Wednesday. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that his qualities of unwavering commitment to the values espoused in the Constitution and his emphatic compassion for the millions of unheard voices set him apart. Gandhi, a former Congress president and MP from Rae Bareli, has instructed all Congress workers to avoid any grand celebrations, and instead celebrate this occasion by engaging in humanitarian efforts and charity.
Union Minister Suresh Gopi calls Indira Gandhi "mother of India"
Union Minister Suresh Gopi visited the memorial of former Congress Chief Minister K Karunakaran in Thrissur, Kerala, describing him and Marxist veteran E K Nayanar as his political gurus. Gopi praised Karunakaran as a "courageous administrator" and referred to Indira Gandhi as the "mother of India." He emphasized his respect for Karunakaran and Nayanar, stating that his visit was to pay respects to his political mentors, urging the media not to politicize the gesture.
Suresh Gopi clarifies 'mother of India' reference about Indira Gandhi
Union Minister Suresh Gopi clarified his reference to Indira Gandhi as "mother of India," stating he meant she was the mother of the Congress party in the country, not the nation. Gopi defended his remarks as heartfelt and contextual. He also praised Indira as the architect of post-independence India. He continued to honor Indira and former Kerala Chief Minister K Karunakaran as his political mentors.
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