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Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha MP from AAP, took the government to task Tuesday over bank minimum balance penalties that have extracted Rs 19,000 crore from customers in three years. Private banks...
Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal has suffered another high-profile resignation after Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray walked away from both the party and his legislative seat. The seasoned...
Parliamentary politics in India witnessed a dramatic turn as the Rajya Sabha Secretariat updated its records, formally recognizing seven ex-AAP parliamentarians as BJP members. Announced on Monday,...
In a major political shift, Raghav Chadha and fellow AAP Rajya Sabha members from Punjab have defected to the BJP, prompting a barrage of accusations from opposition parties. Leaders portrayed this...
Bihar's political corridors buzzed with anticipation after Nitish Kumar moved to Rajya Sabha. The wait is over: Kumar has handpicked Shrawan Kumar, his most trusted ally, to lead the JDU legislative...
In a heated political retort from Patna, JD(U) spokesperson Saket Singh has accused RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav of indulging in 'false propaganda' against Nitish Kumar to stay in the limelight. The...
In a smooth political maneuver, Harivansh Narayan Singh, the seasoned journalist and former Deputy Chairman, has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha once more. Sworn in on Friday by Vice President...
Amid swirling controversies over his Rajya Sabha attendance and output, Aam Aadmi Party's Raghav Chadha fired back with a power-packed Instagram video. Eschewing verbal sparring, he declared, 'I'll...
In a significant political development, Harivansh Narayan Singh, the seasoned JD(U) figure and former Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman, has been re-inducted into the Upper House via presidential...
The political landscape in Bihar has shifted dramatically following Nitish Kumar's elevation to the Rajya Sabha. Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav clarified the roadmap ahead, highlighting the...
In a touching session of the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reflected on the impending retirement of 59 members scheduled from April to July. Representing 20 states and...
In a heartfelt speech to the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reassured retiring MPs that their political journey doesn't conclude. Addressing the farewell for outgoing members, he stated,...
Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha voice Raghav Chadha turned the budget session into a platform for the common man's woes on Monday. With sharp wit and data-backed arguments, he proposed three...
Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda has penned a poignant letter to Sonia Gandhi, imploring her to discipline Congress MPs amid escalating disruptions in Parliament. The Janata Dal (Secular)...
In a bold statement amid announcements for West Bengal, Kerala assembly elections and Rajya Sabha contests, Congress MP Ujjwal Raman Singh claimed the INDIA bloc would triumph in all states with...
India's political landscape braces for change as biennial Rajya Sabha elections unfold across 10 states today, filling 37 vital seats. Polling stations open at 9 AM and close at 4 PM, with counting...
In a swift move to quash rumors, Bihar's Rural Development Minister Ashok Chaudhary has officially disclosed the birth date of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, amid his rising...
In a strong endorsement, Union Minister Satish Chandra Dubey today affirmed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's shift to Rajya Sabha won't diminish his role in the state's advancement. Stationed...
Bihar's political circles are buzzing with excitement as Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, steps into the arena. JD(U) parliamentarian Sanjay Jha announced that the young entrant will join the party...
In a move that's sending ripples through Bihar's political circles, Nishant Kumar is poised to make his debut in the Janata Dal (United) on March 8. The son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has been...
In a significant political development in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has decided to shift gears by eyeing a Rajya Sabha berth, simultaneously introducing his son Nishant to the political...
In a candid interview amid swirling political buzz, UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar lampooned Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's overtures toward Rajya Sabha, calling it the fulfillment of his long-held...
In a candid interview from Azamgarh, UP Cabinet Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar dismissed Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha aspirations as a natural progression of unchecked political hunger. 'Every...
In a candid moment at a Lucknow iftar party, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav unleashed a barrage of sarcasm aimed at Bihar's veteran leader Nitish Kumar. 'We wanted him as Prime Minister,'...
In a gathering laced with iftar festivities in Lucknow, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav unleashed a barrage of witty criticism aimed at Bihar's seasoned Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. As news...
A wave of resentment has swept through Bihar following Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to contest for Rajya Sabha. JD(U) loyalists, from grassroots workers to elected representatives, express...
The political landscape in Bihar is heating up as Jharkhand Congress leader Rakesh Sinha labels Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's pivot to Rajya Sabha a direct affront to Bihar's voters. In an IANS...
Purnea MP Pappu Yadav, a vocal Congress leader, has stirred Bihar politics by suggesting that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appoint his son Nishant as the next CM to protect the JD(U) from crumbling....
In a move that's stirring up Bihar's political landscape, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar formally submitted his Rajya Sabha nomination papers on Thursday, potentially stepping away from state helm. LJP...
Former Samajwadi MP ST Hasan couldn't hide his astonishment at Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's abrupt Rajya Sabha ambitions. 'How can this even happen?' he wondered aloud during a media interaction in...
In a dramatic turn in Bihar politics, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination has been labeled a coerced move by RJD spokesperson Shakti Yadav. The senior leader alleged that a...
Bihar's political scene buzzed with anticipation as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar dropped a bombshell: he's heading to the Rajya Sabha. Shared first on X, the decision led to his nomination filing on...
Bihar's volatile politics took another twist as CM Nitish Kumar opts for Rajya Sabha, prompting sharp reactions. Ruling allies hail it as a strategic move, but RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav paints a...
The corridors of power in Bihar are buzzing after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar opted for a Rajya Sabha berth, igniting a fresh wave of political drama. Tejashwi Yadav, the combative RJD leader and...
Bihar's political corridors are buzzing after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar declared his intent to enter the Rajya Sabha, promising unwavering guidance to the new state government. The announcement has...
In a scathing attack, Congress MP Udit Raj has accused Bihar CM Nitish Kumar of preparing to stab the state's voters in the back by eyeing a Rajya Sabha seat. The move, Kumar confirmed on social...
In a move that's sparking celebrations across Bihar, BJP's national president Nitin Nabin has been selected as the party's Rajya Sabha nominee from the state. Cabinet Minister Dilip Jaiswal described...
Amid heightened speculation about Nishant Kumar's Rajya Sabha nomination, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) legislator Raju Tiwari has voiced strong support, stating that his entry into politics would...
In a heated moment during the Rajya Sabha's budget discussion, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's 'migrant' label for BJP MP Lahar Singh Siroya ignited a fierce backlash. The Rajasthan-born...
The curtain fell on the initial phase of Parliament's Budget Session amid uproar, prompting Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi to unleash a blistering critique against the government....
Rajya Sabha witnessed a fiery intervention from AAP's Raghav Chadha, who urged the introduction of 'Right to Recall' to empower citizens against elected officials failing their mandate. Speaking in...
In a fiery rebuttal during Rajya Sabha's budget session, BJP MP Surendra Singh Nagar accused Congress veteran P. Chidambaram of his trademark data distortion. The former Finance Minister had painted...
In a bold Rajya Sabha intervention, NCP (SP) parliamentarian Fauzia Khan tore into Prime Minister Modi's speech, calling it eloquent yet detached from truth. She urged a shift from lofty oratory to...
In a no-holds-barred address to the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the motion of thanks on President Droupadi Murmu's speech, showcasing India's newfound strength...
In a moment of levity amid heated parliamentary proceedings, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a playful jab at Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge during his Rajya Sabha speech on Thursday....
Bihar's political heavyweight Upendra Kushwaha made headlines in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday by demanding that Patna be officially renamed Pataliputra, invoking the majestic history of the Mauryan...
In a rousing Rajya Sabha speech, BJP president and Leader of the House JP Nadda celebrated India's position as a global economic powerhouse. Discussing the President's address, he detailed the...
Rajya Sabha echoed with urgent pleas for food safety as AAP leader Raghav Chadha unleashed a scathing critique of adulteration plaguing Indian kitchens. On Wednesday, he exposed how profit-driven...
S Jaishankar's ascent to India's External Affairs Minister is a tale of overlooked talent and decisive leadership. Despite Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's personal endorsement, the Congress party...
Parliament's Winter Session enters its second day with expectations of continued disruptions. The Lok Sabha experienced significant uproar on the inaugural day, primarily driven by opposition demands...
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, voiced his disappointment regarding the abrupt departure of the former Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankhar, stating that members were denied the...
The much-anticipated Winter Session of Parliament commences today, December 1, 2025, setting the stage for potentially intense legislative proceedings and robust discussions. This session, spanning...
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has declared bye-elections for four Rajya Sabha seats in Jammu and Kashmir and one seat in Punjab. Voting and counting for all five seats are scheduled for...
Following the conclusion of the Parliament's monsoon session on August 21st, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed the closing speech of the All India Speakers' Conference organized by the Delhi...
The monsoon session of Parliament was marked by significant disruptions, with only 37 hours of discussion taking place in the Lok Sabha out of a scheduled 120 hours. The remaining 83 hours were lost....
Following the passage of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his support for the legislation. He stated...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commented on the recently concluded Monsoon Session, expressing concern over its low productivity. He reportedly criticized the Congress party's leadership, alleging they...
The Rajya Sabha has approved the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill on Thursday, marking the final day of the Monsoon Session. This action followed the Lok Sabha's prior approval. The...
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to hold discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow. Rahul Gandhi will participate in the 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' from Mohini...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached out to the opposition, seeking their support for CP Radhakrishnan, the NDA's chosen candidate for the Vice President position. Modi emphasized the importance...
The Parliament's Monsoon Session of 2025, slated to conclude on August 21, is marked by frequent disruptions in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Opposition members are actively protesting the...
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh expressed concern on Monday regarding the whereabouts of former Rajya Sabha Chairman and former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, who has been out of public view since...
The Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha are scheduled for a busy day, with the introduction of the Income Tax Bill at the forefront of the agenda. The session is anticipated to involve substantial opposition...
Actor and politician Kamal Haasan, leader of the Makkal Needhi Maiam party, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During their discussion, Haasan requested the Prime Minister's assistance in...
Opposition parties have criticized the central government's deployment of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) within the Rajya Sabha. Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury, along with CPI(M) MP John...
Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Congress party in Rajya Sabha, asserting that the party's primary focus is on its vote bank and appeasement politics rather than national security....
During a Rajya Sabha debate regarding Operation Sindoor, Union External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar criticized the Opposition's stance on China. He took aim at what he called "China Gurus,"...
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Leader of the House JP Nadda are scheduled to speak in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday as the debate on Operation Sindoor continues. The Union Home...
President's rule in Manipur has been prolonged for another six months, starting from August 13, 2025. This extension follows the initial imposition on February 13, 2025, after CM N. Biren Singh's...
Proceedings in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha resumed for the fourth consecutive day. Opposition parties have consistently demanded discussions on the revision exercise, filing adjournment motions...
The third day of the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament commenced at 11 am. Opposition parties were poised to intensify their calls for discussions regarding the Pahalgam terror attack and the...
A memorandum was submitted to the Lok Sabha Speaker by Members of Parliament from various political parties, initiating the process to remove Justice Yashwant Varma. The impeachment motion, supported...
Actor-turned-politician Kamal Haasan is set to make his parliamentary debut, marking a significant moment in his political journey. The MK Stalin-led DMK government in Tamil Nadu has announced his...
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday raised concerns pertaining to the government’s policies regarding the entry of US-based company Starlink and the US-imposed...
The NDA government on Thursday presented the report of the joint committee of Parliament on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Rajya Sabha amid huge uproar from the Opposition parties. The report was...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lambasted the Congress party in the Rajya Sabha while replying to the President's Address. Reacting to the allegations made by Congress leaders countering the...
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said on Saturday that the continuous desertions of leaders from a party reflects its current situation, hinting at the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP...
New Delhi, April 04: Home Minister Amit Shah fact-checked Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Gujarat riots on April 04. On Digvijaya Singh’s question on Gujarat riots, Amit Shah replied that when the...
New Delhi, March 10: BJP MP and Leader of House in Rajya Sabha, JP Nadda schooled opposition in the Parliament and said that the government is ready to discuss anything provided that the opposition...
A delegation of BJP tribal MPs met presiding officer of the Rajya Sabha and submitted a notice for breach of privilege against Congress Parliamentary Party leader Sonia Gandhi for her alleged remarks...
In Maharashtra, the Mahayuti alliance—comprising the BJP, Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar’s NCP—is struggling to reach a consensus on seat distribution for the 16 Legislative Council seats....
The political landscape of Bihar witnessed a generational shift today when Nishant Kumar, the son of veteran leader and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, took his first step into active politics by...
In a clear signal of impending political dynasty in Bihar, Nishant Kumar, the only son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, kicked off his political innings with a high-profile meeting on Saturday. Hosted...
In a high-stakes political maneuver, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar is holding a key JDU conclave in Patna today to address unrest over his Rajya Sabha bid. Health concerns prompted the move, but it has...
Bihar's political landscape faces an uncertain future as long-time Chief Minister Nitish Kumar opts for Rajya Sabha, vacating the top post ahead of 2025 polls. This self-proclaimed exit from active...
Rumors are swirling in Patna's power corridors about a seismic shift in Bihar's leadership. Long-time Chief Minister Nitish Kumar may soon trade his state helm for a seat in the Rajya Sabha, paving...
The Rajya Sabha has approved the National Sports Governance Bill and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025. These bills had previously been passed by the Lok Sabha. The primary objective of...
In a pointed critique during Thursday's Rajya Sabha session, AAP parliamentarian Raghav Chadha dissected the primary impediment to India's soaring AI aspirations: a dire shortage of GPUs. Dismissing...
Aditya Sahu, a Rajya Sabha MP, has been appointed as the Executive President of the Jharkhand Pradesh BJP by BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda. This appointment replaces Ravindra Kumar Rai....
BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda has appointed Rajya Sabha MP Aditya Sahu as the Executive President of the Jharkhand Pradesh BJP. Sahu replaces Ravindra Kumar Rai in this role. This...
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Rajya Sabha member Aditya Sahu as the working president of its Jharkhand unit. Sahu expressed gratitude to PM Narendra Modi and Amit Shah, stating that...
In a poignant address to the Rajya Sabha, BJP MP Lakshmikant Vajpayee exposed the escalating menace of violence plaguing India's medical fraternity. Citing a comprehensive national survey, he...
Nominated Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty ignited a vital discussion on foot reflexology during Friday's session, proposing its inclusion in the AYUSH framework as a safe, natural alternative therapy....