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The Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die after a productive Budget session that saw the passage of key legislations, discussions on major issues and the re-election of Harivansh as Deputy Chairman, with productivity recorded at over 109 per cent

Rajya Sabha concluded its Budget Session with about 110% productivity, said Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan. Key bills were passed, extensive debates held, and Harivansh was re-elected Deputy Chairman

Harivansh was elected unopposed as Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha for a third term, becoming the first nominated member to hold the post, with leaders including Narendra Modi extending congratulations

Telangana BC Commission Chairman G Niranjan urged the Prime Minister to ensure fair representation for BCs and BC women in the Women’s Reservation Bill and census process. He also sought inclusion of pending BC castes in the Central OBC list.

The NDA is likely to renominate Harivansh as Rajya Sabha deputy chairman, but Opposition parties have objected, questioning the urgency while the Lok Sabha deputy speaker post remains vacant. The election may be held during the current Parliament sitting

Raghav Chadha shared a video defending his parliamentary record amid a rift with Aam Aadmi Party after being removed as Rajya Sabha deputy leader, rejecting allegations of soft stance toward Narendra Modi and the Centre

Supporters of Nitish Kumar launched an emotional campaign in Patna urging him not to shift to national politics after his Rajya Sabha move, as Bihar prepares for leadership transition and possible new government formation

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has confirmed his decision to resign and take oath as a Rajya Sabha member, marking a significant political transition in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expected to finalise the next Chief Minister and cabinet reshuffle.

AAP MP Raghav Chadha shared a cryptic social media post featuring The 48 Laws of Power after being removed as Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha. He denied allegations against him, calling them politically motivated and highlighting his parliamentary record

AAP MP Raghav Chadha defended his record on Punjab issues after facing criticism within his party. He shared a Rajya Sabha video and rejected allegations, calling them false, while highlighting rising tensions within AAP over his parliamentary role

Raghav Chadha defended his record of raising Punjab issues in Parliament amid internal Aam Aadmi Party criticism, alleging a coordinated campaign against him and reaffirming his commitment to the state and its people

Raghav Chadha rejected allegations by fellow AAP leaders, calling them a coordinated attempt to silence him in Parliament. He denied all charges, challenged critics to provide proof, and said the truth would emerge while defending his parliamentary record

The Rajya Sabha sought clarification on whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel in late February had any connection to subsequent military strikes on Iran. The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that no such discussions took place during the visit.

Rajya Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Amendment Bill, 2026, granting Amaravati statutory status as the sole capital. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu called it a historic moment and thanked the Centre, farmers and political leaders for their support

The Rajya Sabha began debate on the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to grant statutory status to Amaravati as the State’s sole capital, ending years of uncertainty following the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh.

Speculation over Bihar’s next chief minister has intensified after Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC and signalled a move to the Rajya Sabha. NDA leaders are considering possible successors, with a decision likely after Kharmaas ends on April 14

India’s strategic petroleum reserves are currently filled to about 64 per cent of capacity, the Rajya Sabha was informed. The reserves can cover roughly 9.5 days of supply during disruptions, while the country continues diversifying crude imports amid West Asia tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid farewell to 37 retiring Rajya Sabha MPs, praising their contributions to parliamentary life and governance. He highlighted senior leaders’ legacies, encouraged mentorship for newcomers, and underscored the continuity of parliamentary traditions

Amid fears of horse-trading before the Rajya Sabha elections, the Congress has shifted nine of its 14 MLAs from Odisha to Bengaluru. Party leaders said the move was a precautionary measure to prevent poaching and ensure unity during voting.

BRS Rajya Sabha MP B. Parthasaradhi Reddy urged the Centre to treat the rising cancer burden as a national priority and launch mass screening programmes, while another BRS MP demanded a ban on the herbicide Paraquat Dichloride citing health risks.