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Om Birla set to become Lok Sabha Speaker today

26 Jun 2024 01:25 AM IST

The opposition I.N.D.I.A. bloc has fielded K Suresh against Om Birla for the Lok Sabha Speaker’s post. For the first time in decades, elections will be held for this key position. The Lok Sabha Speaker is chosen by a simple majority of MPs voting, and historically, all Speakers have been

CBI Examines Delhi CM Kejriwal In Tihar, Trial Court Hearing On Wednesday

26 Jun 2024 00:04 AM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday, questioned and recorded the statement of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal regarding the Excise Policy case, a day before the Supreme Court’s hearing. According to a report by news agency ANI, the CBI also obtained permission to present Kejriwal before the relevant

Can Asaduddin Owaisi Face Lok Sabha Disqualification For ‘Jai Palestine’ Slogan?

25 Jun 2024 23:29 PM IST

After AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi hailed a conflict-hit West Asian region during his oath in the Lok Sabha, a BJP official claimed on Tuesday that the Hyderabad MP could be disqualified for “demonstrating adherence to a foreign State.” Owaisi, re-elected for a fifth term from Hyderabad, invoked Telangana and BR

Delhi Liquor Policy Case: CBI Moves To Arrest Kejriwal As Supreme Court Bail Hearing Looms, AAP Reacts

25 Jun 2024 23:21 PM IST

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday accused the BJP-led central government of plotting to arrest Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the alleged excise policy scam. This allegation comes just ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on Kejriwal’s bail plea in the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) money laundering

Rahul Gandhi Appointed As Lok Sabha Opposition Leader

25 Jun 2024 23:20 PM IST

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has been appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, according to party general secretary KC Venugopal, who made the announcement following a meeting of opposition party floor leaders. “CPP chairperson Sonia Gandhi wrote a letter to pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab, informing the

Pappu Yadav Takes Oath In Lok Sabha Wearing T-Shirt With ‘ReNEET’ Slogan: ‘Will You Teach Me?’

25 Jun 2024 22:09 PM IST

Independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, also known as Pappu Yadav, from Bihar’s Purnea, made headlines by taking his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha wearing a t-shirt with the slogan “ReNEET.” This came amidst calls to cancel the NEET-PG 2024 exam due to allegations of paper leaks. Yadav’s

Why Is The Om Birla vs K Suresh Contest For Lok Sabha Speaker Unique In History?

25 Jun 2024 21:48 PM IST

The 18th Lok Sabha session commenced on Monday with a significant shift in protocol: an upcoming election for the position of Speaker on June 26, marking the first such contest since the Emergency era. Amidst failed negotiations between ruling and opposition parties, BJP’s Om Birla and Congress’ Kodikunnil Suresh have

Pune Porsche Crash: Teen Released From Remand Home Following HC Order

25 Jun 2024 20:53 PM IST

A 17-year-old boy involved in a fatal Pune Porsche crash last month has been released from the remand home following a Bombay High Court order. The court’s decision came on Tuesday, instructing that the juvenile be placed under the “care and custody” of his paternal aunt. The division bench of

Owaisi Defends ‘Jai Palestine’ Slogan Amid BJP Protests: Refer To Gandhi’s Words

25 Jun 2024 19:39 PM IST

All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi stirred significant controversy on Tuesday during the 18th Lok Sabha’s oath-taking ceremony. Owaisi, re-elected as the MP for the Hyderabad parliamentary constituency, concluded his oath with the slogan “Jai Palestine,” in addition to “Jai Bheem” and “Jai Telangana.” The use of “Jai

Iran Presidential Elections: What Are The Views Of The Contenders On Foreign Policy?

25 Jun 2024 19:03 PM IST

Iran will hold presidential elections on June 28 following the death of former President Ebrahim Raisi. The candidates mainly oppose the US and align with Iran’s policy to reduce US influence in the Middle East, often supporting regional groups like Hezbollah to assert regional power. The foreign policy views of

UP Government To Bring Ordinance Against Paper Leak

25 Jun 2024 18:24 PM IST

Amidst the leak of the Constable Recruitment Exam and RO-ARO exam in Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath Led government will introduce the Uttar Pradesh Public Examinations Ordinance 2024. The ordinance prescribes harsh penalties like life imprisonment and fine of 1 crore for paper leak culprits. A provision also called for minimum

Parliament Session 2024: Rahul Gandhi Holds Up A Copy Of Constitution As PM Modi Takes Oath

25 Jun 2024 18:07 PM IST

On the inaugural day of the 18th Lok Sabha session, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi made a pointed statement by displaying a copy of the Indian Constitution to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he approached the stage to take his oath as an MP. This gesture was captured in a video

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