The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has announced its MPs will abstain from voting in the Vice Presidential elections, citing its policy of maintaining equal distance from both the NDA and the INDIA bloc. Naveen Patnaik made the decision after consultations
Union Home Minister Amit Shah cautioned against repeated disruptions in Parliament, saying blocking proceedings for narrow political gains undermines democracy and nation-building. Addressing the Speakers’ Conference, he urged dignity in debate and paid tribute to Vitthalbhai Patel’s role in legislative history.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of shifting from “vote theft” to “power theft” by introducing bills that could unseat elected leaders within 30 days of arrest. He warned the legislation empowers ED and CBI to destabilise democracy
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on the Centre in Rajya Sabha, demanding accountability for the Pahalgam terror attack. He questioned the silence of top ministers, sought clarity on the ceasefire, and urged formation of a review committee
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has demanded full transparency from the Union government on Operation Sindoor ahead of a key parliamentary debate. The Opposition plans pointed interventions as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Prime Minister Modi are expected to address both Houses of Parliament
The Vice President sends his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu, stating that he was stepping down with immediate effect; Dhankhar assumed office in August 2022
Addressing the convocation ceremony of the Central India Group of Institutions in Nagpur on Saturday, he stressed that education is the key to development and progress.
The ban on internet transmissions and voiceover internet telephony was imposed on Friday. In the notification, it has also been clarified that the ban has been imposed in apprehension that such services might be used for "unlawful activities in the geographical area" of the Sainthia town area and its adjacent areas.
The prolonged vacancy in the Vice-Chairperson position raises concerns about the government's commitment to the commission's mandate. Gandhi also pointed out a similar situation in the NCBC, where the Vice-Chairperson position has been vacant for nearly three years
