Mallikarjun Kharge cites RSS mouthpiece to attack PM Modi on Constitution
Jul 4, 2024PM Modi's attacks on Congress, Constitution, and Ambedkar face criticism from Kharge in Rajya Sabha. RSS's opposition to the Constitution and Ambedkar in 1950 highlighted. Congress also accused the PM of losing an opportunity to send out a message of unity to Manipur by refusing to allow Outer Manipur MP Alfred Arthur to speak for a minute ahead of his speech in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
LS Speaker election: Did Congress avoid seeking division of votes due to TMC reluctance?
Jun 27, 2024The Mamata Banerjee-led outfit had complained it was not consulted over the election and Suresh's name. When the opposition tried to persuade it, TMC said it will convey its decision on Wednesday morning, ahead of the Speaker's election. The decision to allow a voice vote, sources said, suggested that TMC did not give a favourable response to vote division. However, there was much confusion over the issue later. Congress came out clearly that it did not seek physical voting.
Replace sengol with replica of Constitution: SP
Jun 27, 2024Demanding the removal of sengol in the Lok Sabha, I, an MP from Mohanlalganj, Uttar Pradesh, urge replacing it with a Constitution replica to honor democracy's principles. Chaudhary, who has won from the reserved seat of Mohanlalganj in Uttar Pradesh , is a known Dalit activist, and was among the early members of BSP. He also wanted to read the letter in the House, but was urged by the opposition members, who were unaware of its content, not to do so in respect of the process of oath.
Be impartial, don't stifle India's voice: Rahul, opposition leaders to Speaker Om Birla
Jun 27, 2024Opposition in Lok Sabha demands impartiality, dignity restoration, and stronger voice representation. Calls for harmony, secularism, and fair treatment echo in the House, setting a challenging tone for the 18th House term.
SP MP R K Chaudhary demands removal of sengol, wants replica of Constitution
Jun 26, 2024R K Chaudhary advocates replacing the sengol in Lok Sabha with a replica of the Constitution to uphold India's democracy. He highlights the contradiction of having a symbol of monarchy in a democratic temple, emphasizing the importance of parliamentary integrity and allegiance to the Constitution.
In his first constitutional post, Rahul to be Lok Sabha leader of opposition
Jun 26, 2024Rahul Gandhi's leadership as the head of an assertive opposition, challenging the BJP and regional parties, signifies a strategic shift in Indian politics. With a focus on governance issues, his appointment as leader of opposition in Lok Sabha heralds a new era of political confrontation and accountability. In the meeting, Kharge had personally pushed the issue by telling Rahul that he was anyway playing the key role of mediation and coordination, and had gained the desired experience to take up the formal post.
From Ram to Hindu Rashtra to Palestine, slogans create storm in teacup
Jun 26, 2024The Lok Sabha session was marked by intense political clashes, religious invocations, and tensions between opposing parties. From chants of 'Jai Shri Ram' to protests over mentions of Palestine, the day saw a display of defiance and grandstanding. The atmosphere remained charged with deep divisions and ideological confrontations among the MPs.
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