MP MINISTERS
Supriya Sule on Manipur violence: "Still not satisfied with efforts unless there's 100 percent peace"
PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday affirmed that the central government is making efforts to normalise the situation in the north-eastern state of Manipur, which has been witnessing ethnic violence since last year. The Prime Minister was replying to the debate on 'Motion of Thanks' on the President's address in the Rajya Sabha.
Modi's habit is to lie, mislead people: RS LoP Mallikarjun Kharge after Oppn MP's stage walkout during PM's speech
Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of lying during a speech about the Constitution. He alleged that the opposition was against the Constitution and that the RSS had opposed it since 1950. NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar supported Kharge, stating that it was the House's responsibility to respect the LoP.
Madhya Pradesh budget focuses on infra, women and tribal welfare; no new tax
Madhya Pradesh government presented the state budget for 2024-25 with an outlay of Rs 3.65 lakh crore, focusing on infrastructure and welfare of women and tribals without announcing new taxes. Finance Minister Jagdish Devda faced opposition uproar regarding a nursing college scandal being probed by the CBI. The budget aims to double in size in five years, with increased allocations for various sectors, including education, agriculture, and social welfare programs.
Sultanpur court asks Rahul Gandhi to make personal appearance on July 26 in defamation case
The suit against Gandhi alleges that the Congress leader made objectionable remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah, which was filed in 2018, by BJP leader Vijay Mishra. Originally, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition was supposed to appear before the Sultanpur court today but could not do so due to the ongoing Parliament session.
PM asked NDA MPs to follow parliamentary rules, says Union Minister Rijiju after meet
"PM urged NDA MPs to follow rules of the Parliament, Parliamentary democracy system and conduct which is essential to becoming a good MP... I think this guidance by the PM is a good mantra for all MPs, especially the first-time MPs...We have decided to follow this mantra...," Rijiju said after the NDA meeting.
'Indian state is a mute spectator...', Manipur MP Angomcha Akoijam in Lok Sabha, lambasts Govt over violence
Manipur MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam lashed out at BJP Over Manipur Violence in Lok Sabha on July 01. He said that he would keep quiet if the Prime Minister speak up on this and say, Manipur is part of India and they care for this state and only...
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SP MP RK Chaudhary's controversial remark on Sengol sparks political debate
Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary's recent comments calling for the removal of the Sengol from Parliament, which he labeled a symbol of monarchy, have sparked controversy. He argued that the Constitution, not "Raja ka Danda" (king's scepter), should govern India. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav defended Chaudhary, while BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla and MP Ravi Kishan condemned the remarks, asserting respect for cultural symbols
Delhi Water Minister Atishi discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital
Delhi Water Minister and AAP leader Atishi was discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital on Thursday after being admitted due to health issues from her indefinite hunger strike. Atishi began her strike on June 22, demanding Haryana release Delhi's water share. The AAP claims Haryana is withholding 100 million gallons of water per day, impacting 2.8 million people. Though the hunger strike ended, AAP vows to continue pressing the issue in Parliament. Amid Delhi's high temperatures, water shortages have led residents to rely on tankers for daily needs.
MP ministers to now pay Income Tax as cabinet revokes 52-year-old rule
The Madhya Pradesh cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, announced on Tuesday that state ministers will now be responsible for paying their own Income Tax, overturning a rule from 1972 where the state government covered this expense. Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya mentioned that Chief Minister Yadav proposed the idea during the cabinet meeting, which was subsequently agreed upon, leading to the decision for ministers to handle their own Income Tax payments.
Swati Maliwal writes to INDIA Bloc leaders, seeks time to discuss assault case
In a letter to INDIA bloc leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Sharad Pawar, the Aam Aadmi Party member complained she was subjected to "victim shaming and character assassination" for speaking up against the abuse.
Third Eye: From saints' "mythological" reasons for BJP's Ayodhya loss to Eknath Shinde's bell taunt backfiring
Recent political events have sparked intriguing discussions and initiatives. In Ayodhya, saints and sages have offered mystical and mythological explanations for the ruling party's unexpected defeat, with figures like Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya attributing the loss to divine and historical reasons. Meanwhile, All India Radio is launching a new series, "Akankshayein," to explore public expectations from the new government within its first 100 days. In Maharashtra, a campaign remark by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has backfired, as supporters of victorious Congress candidate Satej Patil mockingly question Shinde's taunt with bell-themed posters in Kolhapur.
Trinamool MP seeks SEBI probe into stock market movements during Lok Sabha results
Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha member Saket Gokhale has written a letter to financial markets regulator SEBI, accusing the government of alleged "stock market manipulation" in India. Gokhale demanded an investigation into statements made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah during the poll campaign, where they advised people to invest in stocks hinting at positive election results for the BJP.
Virendra Kumar: Veteran LS member continues as Union social justice, empowerment minister
Eight-time BJP MP Virendra Kumar will continue as the Social Justice and Empowerment Minister in the Modi government. Ramdas Athawale retains his position as Minister of State (MoS) in the same ministry, with B L Verma joining as a new MoS. Kumar, a seasoned politician from Madhya Pradesh, has been an MP since 1996. His challenges include addressing caste discrimination, SC/ST and OBC scholarship issues, and matters related to transgender individuals and people with disabilities. Kumar was also the Protem Speaker of the 17th Lok Sabha.
Delhi Police adds fresh section against Bibhav Kumar in Swati Maliwal assault case
Delhi Police have added charges of "disappearing evidence and giving false information" against Bibhav Kumar, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide, in the assault case involving AAP MP Swati Maliwal. Kumar is accused of assaulting Maliwal at the CM's residence on May 13. The investigation revealed tampering with Kumar's phone and potential manipulation of CCTV footage.
Lok Sabha: Number of ministers from MP in Modi 3.0 remains same as second term
India Council of Ministers: The number of ministers representing Madhya Pradesh in the new Narendra Modi government remains at six, consistent with the previous term. Notable inclusions are Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Savitri Thakur, and Durga Das Uikey. BJP workers celebrated Chouhan's appointment, expressing optimism for the state's representation in the central government. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and BJP chief VD Sharma thanked PM Modi for the representation.
Pralhad Joshi, RSS loyalist & five-time MP, returns as union minister
Pralhad Joshi, a fifth time BJP MP from Dharwad, Karnataka, close to PM Narendra Modi and BJP leader Amit Shah, played a key role in passing crucial bills during 17th Lok Sabha.
Prajwal Revanna's custody extended till June 10 in obscene video case
Former Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna has been extended police custody in Bengaluru due to an obscene video scandal. Revanna, who lost the 18th Lok Sabha election to Congress' Shreyas Patel, was arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) just as he arrived in Bengaluru. The SIT arrested Naveen Gowda and Chethan Kumar B C, who were missing since April 23 when election officials filed a complaint in Hassan over the distributed pen drives.
Arvind Kejriwal's wife, AAP MP Raghav Chadha meet him in Tihar Jail
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal and AAP MP Raghav Chadha visited him in Tihar Jail, where he watched election results and received medical care.
BJP MP Shankar Lalwani wins from Indore by record margin of 11.75 lakh votes, NOTA creates record
BJP's sitting MP Shankar Lalwani won by a record margin in Indore, with NOTA playing a significant role in the Lok Sabha elections. Union Minister Virendra Kumar also emerged victorious in Tikamgarh.
Prajwal Revanna will be arrested at Airport upon his return: Karnataka Home Minister
The statement comes two days after Prajwal released a video statement promising that he would appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing the cases against him, on May 31.
Rahul Gandhi not even worth a 'matchstick' before Modi: MP CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav criticised Rahul Gandhi, stating he lacks political experience and is not even worth a "matchstick" when compared to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Yadav slammed Gandhi's claims about ousting the Modi government, highlighting Gandhi's lack of experience and courage. He also criticised RJD chief Lalu Prasad.
No official response from Centre yet on request to cancel Prajwal's passport: K'taka Minister
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated that the state has not yet received a response from the Centre regarding its request to cancel the diplomatic passport of Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, who is accused of sexual abuse. He criticized the delay, questioning the status of an earlier letter from the Chief Minister. Meanwhile, the Ministry of External Affairs has issued a show-cause notice to Prajwal. The state remains committed to ensuring justice for the victims and maintaining law and order.
Karnataka: No response yet from Centre on cancelling Prajwal Revanna's passport
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has defended the state police in handling cases related to the alleged sexual abuse of women by Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna, stating that they have "done well." He dismissed opposition parties' allegations about the collapse of law and order in Karnataka and defended the state police, stating that they have "done well" in handling the case.
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