India's Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 ended on August 13 after weeks of Parliament disruptions driven by student protests, the Ram temple row and demands for government answers. PRS Legislative Research said Lok Sabha worked for only 15% of its scheduled time and Rajya Sabha for 33%, while legislative scrutiny and Question Hour were heavily affected. Parliament disruptions dominate the session
India's Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 ended on August 13 after weeks of Parliament disruptions driven by student protests, the Ram temple row and demands for government answers. PRS Legislative Research said Lok Sabha worked for only 15% of its scheduled time and Rajya Sabha for 33%, while legislative scrutiny and Question Hour were heavily affected. Parliament disruptions dominate the session
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said the government is ready for a detailed discussion in Parliament over the July 20 student protest and the police response in Delhi. He said Home Minister Amit Shah is prepared to respond, even as Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders continue to demand accountability and a court-monitored investigation. Rijiju Says Government Ready for Discussion
Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has said the government is ready for a detailed discussion in Parliament over the July 20 student protest and the police response in Delhi. He said Home Minister Amit Shah is prepared to respond, even as Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders continue to demand accountability and a court-monitored investigation. Rijiju Says Government Ready for Discussion
The UBT MPs merger case remains before the Supreme Court after Shiv Sena (UBT) challenged the Lok Sabha Speaker’s recognition of six of its MPs joining the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The Speaker order remains effective, leaving the Shinde faction with 13 Lok Sabha MPs while the legal dispute continues. UBT plea Shiv Sena (UBT), through party leader Arvind Sawant, moved the Supreme Court aga
The UBT MPs merger case remains before the Supreme Court after Shiv Sena (UBT) challenged the Lok Sabha Speaker’s recognition of six of its MPs joining the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The Speaker order remains effective, leaving the Shinde faction with 13 Lok Sabha MPs while the legal dispute continues. UBT plea Shiv Sena (UBT), through party leader Arvind Sawant, moved the Supreme Court aga
Startup politics in India is gaining attention after Prashant Kishor’s Bankipur victory, the rise of the Vijay TVK government and Annamalai’s political movement. Their progress shows how new parties, youth outreach and digital campaigns can challenge established political forces.
Startup politics in India is gaining attention after Prashant Kishor’s Bankipur victory, the rise of the Vijay TVK government and Annamalai’s political movement. Their progress shows how new parties, youth outreach and digital campaigns can challenge established political forces.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met around 45 NDA Lok Sabha MPs at a breakfast meeting in New Delhi, urging stronger participation in parliamentary debates, better preparation, smoother House proceedings and greater focus on state development and alliance unity. NDA meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a breakfast interaction with around 45 newly elected and first-time NDA Lok Sabha MPs on Frida
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met around 45 NDA Lok Sabha MPs at a breakfast meeting in New Delhi, urging stronger participation in parliamentary debates, better preparation, smoother House proceedings and greater focus on state development and alliance unity. NDA meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a breakfast interaction with around 45 newly elected and first-time NDA Lok Sabha MPs on Frida
Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over his social media outreach while questioning the anti-paper leak bill. He also raises concerns about student protest FIRs, fast-track courts and the continuing NEET paper leak protests. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has taken a sharp swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his social media outreach to young people. Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra, Dipke suggested
Abhijeet Dipke criticises PM Modi over his social media outreach while questioning the anti-paper leak bill. He also raises concerns about student protest FIRs, fast-track courts and the continuing NEET paper leak protests. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has taken a sharp swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his social media outreach to young people. Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra, Dipke suggested
Union Minister JP Nadda defended the Delhi Police visit to the CPI(M) headquarters as a routine law-and-order action after the issue was raised in the Rajya Sabha. The controversy centres on an unsuccessful attempt to take SFI leader Aishe Ghosh into custody in connection with an older case. JP Nadda Calls Police Action A Normal Situation Union Minister and Leader of the House JP Nadda on Wednesday defended the Delhi
Union Minister JP Nadda defended the Delhi Police visit to the CPI(M) headquarters as a routine law-and-order action after the issue was raised in the Rajya Sabha. The controversy centres on an unsuccessful attempt to take SFI leader Aishe Ghosh into custody in connection with an older case. JP Nadda Calls Police Action A Normal Situation Union Minister and Leader of the House JP Nadda on Wednesday defended the Delhi
The Cockroach Janata Party emerged from a satirical youth campaign and gained attention during protests over the NEET controversy and education accountability. Its leaders deny immediate electoral plans, but questions remain over whether the movement can build the organisation and wider agenda needed to survive in Indian politics. Cockroach Janata Party rises from youth agitation What began as
The Cockroach Janata Party emerged from a satirical youth campaign and gained attention during protests over the NEET controversy and education accountability. Its leaders deny immediate electoral plans, but questions remain over whether the movement can build the organisation and wider agenda needed to survive in Indian politics. Cockroach Janata Party rises from youth agitation What began as
Government sources criticised the Congress march towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence, calling it a security concern, as opposition leaders protested over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and police action against students.
Government sources criticised the Congress march towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence, calling it a security concern, as opposition leaders protested over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and police action against students.
Modi government under pressure as a youth-led movement over exam leaks continues at Jantar Mantar while farmers mobilise against the proposed India-US trade deal. The parallel protests test the Centre’s response on education, policing, trade safeguards and rural livelihoods. Youth and Farmers Put Modi Government Under Pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is facing two politically sensitive protest movements at the same ti
Modi government under pressure as a youth-led movement over exam leaks continues at Jantar Mantar while farmers mobilise against the proposed India-US trade deal. The parallel protests test the Centre’s response on education, policing, trade safeguards and rural livelihoods. Youth and Farmers Put Modi Government Under Pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is facing two politically sensitive protest movements at the same ti
Rahul Gandhi’s response to the youth-led CJP protest has drawn political scrutiny. Although critics questioned his absence from Jantar Mantar, he later joined Priyanka Gandhi and Congress MPs in a protest outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi Faces Questions Over Youth Protest Strategy India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement has become a political flashpoint as
Rahul Gandhi’s response to the youth-led CJP protest has drawn political scrutiny. Although critics questioned his absence from Jantar Mantar, he later joined Priyanka Gandhi and Congress MPs in a protest outside the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. Rahul Gandhi Faces Questions Over Youth Protest Strategy India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party movement has become a political flashpoint as
Assembly Heated Over Personal Remarks A political storm erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after personal references linked to Chief Minister Vijay were raised during a debate involving opposition leader Udhayanidhi
Assembly Heated Over Personal Remarks A political storm erupted in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly after personal references linked to Chief Minister Vijay were raised during a debate involving opposition leader Udhayanidhi
High-intensity Assembly session in Tamil Nadu The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed a politically charged session on Tuesday as Chief Minister Vijay delivered a forceful address during the proceedings. The session saw heightened exchanges between the ruling party and the opposition DMK, with disruptions and sharp remarks marking the atmosphere inside the House. According to proceedings, the Chief Minist
High-intensity Assembly session in Tamil Nadu The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed a politically charged session on Tuesday as Chief Minister Vijay delivered a forceful address during the proceedings. The session saw heightened exchanges between the ruling party and the opposition DMK, with disruptions and sharp remarks marking the atmosphere inside the House. According to proceedings, the Chief Minist
DMK protest triggers walkout in Assembly The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed high political drama on Tuesday after DMK MLAs staged a walkout during Chief Minister Vijay’s address. The disruption came amid heated exchanges over allegations of horse trading and political realignment involving post-poll alliances. According to proceedings, DMK members raised slogans inside the House, leading to repeated interruptions during the Chief Minister’s speech.
DMK protest triggers walkout in Assembly The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly witnessed high political drama on Tuesday after DMK MLAs staged a walkout during Chief Minister Vijay’s address. The disruption came amid heated exchanges over allegations of horse trading and political realignment involving post-poll alliances. According to proceedings, DMK members raised slogans inside the House, leading to repeated interruptions during the Chief Minister’s speech.
LDF protests inside Kerala Assembly The opposition Left Democratic Front (LDF) created a ruckus in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday after the Speaker denied permission for an adjournment motion related to the government’s decision to reduce tax on low-alcohol-content beverages. The protest escalated into slogans and a walkout after opposition members expressed dissatisfaction with the ruling. According to proceedings, LDF MLAs entered the wel
LDF protests inside Kerala Assembly The opposition Left Democratic Front (LDF) created a ruckus in the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday after the Speaker denied permission for an adjournment motion related to the government’s decision to reduce tax on low-alcohol-content beverages. The protest escalated into slogans and a walkout after opposition members expressed dissatisfaction with the ruling. According to proceedings, LDF MLAs entered the wel
Alleged internal revolt in TMC triggers political buzz A major political development has been reported within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, with claims of an internal revolt challenging the leadership of party supremo Mamata Banerjee and MP Abhishek Banerjee. According to reports, the development unfolded shortly after the state’s first BJP-led government presented its budget in the Assembly, adding to the political tension in the state.
Alleged internal revolt in TMC triggers political buzz A major political development has been reported within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, with claims of an internal revolt challenging the leadership of party supremo Mamata Banerjee and MP Abhishek Banerjee. According to reports, the development unfolded shortly after the state’s first BJP-led government presented its budget in the Assembly, adding to the political tension in the state.
Temple fund projects cancelled A fresh political and religious debate has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the Vijay-led TVK government cancelled administrative approvals for 46 Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department projects worth nearly Rs 246 crore. The projects were reportedly planned using surplus funds generated by temples and included infrastructure works such as marriage halls, commercial complexes and related facilities. The government?
Temple fund projects cancelled A fresh political and religious debate has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the Vijay-led TVK government cancelled administrative approvals for 46 Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department projects worth nearly Rs 246 crore. The projects were reportedly planned using surplus funds generated by temples and included infrastructure works such as marriage halls, commercial complexes and related facilities. The government?
Uddhav Thackeray Rejects Congress Merger Claim As Sena UBT Faces Fresh Rift Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has firmly rejected speculation that his party may merge with the Congress, as internal tension grows after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial party meeting. Speaking in Mumbai during the 60th foundation day event of the undivided Shiv Sena, Th
Uddhav Thackeray Rejects Congress Merger Claim As Sena UBT Faces Fresh Rift Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has firmly rejected speculation that his party may merge with the Congress, as internal tension grows after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial party meeting. Speaking in Mumbai during the 60th foundation day event of the undivided Shiv Sena, Th
Movement Moves Toward Formal Political Entry Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has confirmed that his “We the Leaders” initiative is on track to transform into a political party by July. The announcement signals a structured attempt to move beyond a membership-driven platform into a formal electoral organisation in a state where established parties already dominate the political landscape.
Movement Moves Toward Formal Political Entry Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has confirmed that his “We the Leaders” initiative is on track to transform into a political party by July. The announcement signals a structured attempt to move beyond a membership-driven platform into a formal electoral organisation in a state where established parties already dominate the political landscape.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received greetings from US Senators, business leaders and members of the Indian diaspora after he became India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister with an unbroken tenure of 4,399 days in office. On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, Modi surpassed the elected tenure record of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Nehru, after being elected in 1952, served 4,398 days until May 27, 1964, while Modi crossed that mark during his third consecutive t
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received greetings from US Senators, business leaders and members of the Indian diaspora after he became India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister with an unbroken tenure of 4,399 days in office. On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, Modi surpassed the elected tenure record of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Nehru, after being elected in 1952, served 4,398 days until May 27, 1964, while Modi crossed that mark during his third consecutive t