Lok Sabha: News
21 Apr 2024
Rajeev ChandrasekharShashi Tharoor booked for false campaign against Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Senior Congress leader and Lok Sabha candidate Shashi Tharoor has been booked for allegedly running a misleading campaign against Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar.
21 Apr 2024
LondonMahua Moitra declares assets, has ₹3.5 crore worth jewelry collection
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra has declared her income and assets in a 14-page poll affidavit filed before a returning officer.
21 Apr 2024
ManipurRepolling at 11 Manipur polling stations after gunfire, EVMs destroyed
The Chief Electoral Officer of Manipur announced on Saturday that a fresh round of voting will be conducted at 11 polling stations in the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituency on Monday (April 22).
20 Apr 2024
Doordarshan'Hurts to see..': Ex-Prasar Bharati CEO on Doordarshan's saffron logo
Doordarshan revealed its new logo for its news channel, DD News, on April 16, when the first phase of the Lok Sabha elections was just days away.
18 Apr 2024
Arunachal PradeshOfficials brave harsh terrain to reach polling stations in Northeast
In the rugged and remote terrain of Northeast India, electoral officers are preparing for the world's largest democratic exercise in full swing.
13 Apr 2024
BengaluruBJP destroyed Ambedkar's Constitution, will not win 200 seats: Mamata
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of destroying the constitution drafted by BR Ambedkar.
13 Apr 2024
BhagalpurTejashwi Yadav unveils RJD's manifesto for upcoming Lok Sabha elections
Former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Tejashwi Yadav unveiled the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD)'s manifesto for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on Saturday.
12 Apr 2024
Delhi'Don't complain if anything happens...': TMC leader's warning to voters
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Hamidur Rehman has stirred controversy with his recent comments at an election rally in Chopra, North Dinajpur district of West Bengal.
12 Apr 2024
ChennaiRenowned Tamil actor Arulmani's unexpected death shocks many
Renowned Tamil actor Arulmani, known for his performances in Azhagi, Thendral, and Thandavakkone, passed away on Thursday due to a cardiac arrest. He was 65.
11 Apr 2024
Bahujan Samaj PartySon of Indira Gandhi's assassin joins Punjab election race
The son of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's assassin, Beant Singh, has announced his candidacy for the Punjab parliamentary elections.
10 Apr 2024
IndiaLok Sabha polls: ECI orders crackdown on anonymous political hoarding
In a move to enhance transparency and accountability in election campaigns, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a directive requiring clear identification of printers and publishers on all printed election-related materials.
07 Apr 2024
AssemblyWhy BSP candidate wants temporary separation from Congress MLA wife
Kankar Munjare, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)'s Lok Sabha candidate from Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, has moved out of his residence.
07 Apr 2024
Arvind KejriwalKejriwal's arrest: AAP's 'mass fast' in India, abroad today
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is observing a mass fast across India and abroad on Sunday to protest the arrest of its party leader and Delhi Chief Minister, Arvind Kejriwal.
01 Apr 2024
Arvind KejriwalKejriwal to appear in court as ED custody ends today
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is due in court on Monday as his Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody concludes.
31 Mar 2024
Asom Gana Parishad'Marry again before polls, or else...': Himanta's advice to MP
In a jab at Muslim MP Badruddin Ajmal, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said if the former wishes to marry a "second or third wife," he should do so before the Lok Sabha elections.
30 Mar 2024
Kangana RanautIs Kangana ready to prioritize politics over acting? She reveals
It came as no surprise to many when Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut was chosen by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to contest from Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
29 Mar 2024
Narendra Modi44% of current Lok Sabha MPs face criminal charges: Report
At least 44% of the current Lok Sabha MPs, which equals 225 out of 514 analyzed, have self-declared criminal cases against them, a study by the Association of Democratic Reforms said.
27 Mar 2024
Narendra Modi'45 bills passed in LS same day they were introduced'
Led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the 17th Lok Sabha passed an unprecedented 222 bills during its term, a study by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed.
25 Mar 2024
Amit Shah2024 polls: Mining baron, Karnataka MLA Janardhan Reddy rejoins BJP
Ahead of Lok Sabha elections, former Karnataka minister and mining magnate G Janardhana Reddy has returned to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
23 Mar 2024
DelhiIndia summons German diplomat for remarks on Kejriwal's arrest
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has summoned Deputy Head of Mission of the German Embassy, George Enzweiler, over remarks made by the German Foreign Ministry on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest.
21 Mar 2024
Arvind KejriwalExcise policy: Delhi HC denies Kejriwal interim protection from arrest
The Delhi High Court has refused to grant Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interim protection from coercive action by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the now-scrapped excise policy case.
16 Mar 2024
Jammu And KashmirJ&K government approves 10% quota for Paharis; increases OBC quota
The Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday approved a 10% job quota for newly added scheduled tribe (ST) communities—Paharis, ethnic tribes, Paddaris, Kolis, and Gadda Brahmins.
14 Mar 2024
All India Trinamool CongressWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee suffers "major injury"; hospitalized
West Bengal's Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, has reportedly suffered a major injury to her forehead. The All India Trinamool Congress party disclosed this information through a social media post.
14 Mar 2024
Maha Vikas AghadiRahul Gandhi unveils Congress' five-point plan for farmers
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced a five-point "Kisan Nyay" guarantee aimed at addressing farmers' concerns.
19 Feb 2024
Supreme Court Of IndiaSandeshkhali violence: SC stays Parliament panel action against Bengal officers
The Supreme Court on Monday paused the Lok Sabha Privileges Committee's proceedings against top Bengal government officials, including Chief Secretary Bhagwati Prasad Gopalika and Director General of Police Rajeev Kumar.
15 Feb 2024
Mamata BanerjeeTMC MP Mimi Chakraborty announces resignation from Lok Sabha
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mimi Chakraborty said on Thursday that she has submitted her resignation from the Lok Sabha.
10 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiParliament to discuss Ram Mandir, Centre's 'White Paper' today
The final day of Parliament's Budget Session on Saturday is expected to witness heated debates.
09 Feb 2024
Lok Sabha ElectionsBJP issues 3-line whip to party MPs for Saturday
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a three-line whip to all its MPs in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, asking them to be present in both Houses on Saturday.
08 Feb 2024
Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Sitharaman releases 'white paper' on Indian economy
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday presented a "white paper" on the Indian economy in the Lok Sabha.
06 Feb 2024
Droupadi MurmuLok Sabha passes bill to prevent paper leaks and cheating
The Lok Sabha, on Tuesday, approved the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, designed to combat practices like leaking exam papers in government recruitment tests.
05 Feb 2024
Nirmala SitharamanSitharaman rebuts allegation of withholding funds from non-BJP states
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Monday, rejected claims of "discrimination in allocating funds to non-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) states," during the Question Hour in the Lok Sabha.
30 Jan 2024
Amit ShahAll Parliament suspensions revoked ahead of Budget Session
The suspension of 11 Rajya Sabha MPs was revoked by the House ahead of the Budget Session of Parliament, which will begin on Wednesday.
22 Jan 2024
KarnatakaKarnataka: BJP MP stopped from entering Dalit village
The Dalit community in Karnataka stopped Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Simha from entering a village in Mysuru district.
19 Jan 2024
Mahua MoitraExpelled Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra vacates Delhi bungalow
Former Lok Sabha MP and Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra will reportedly vacate her government bungalow on Friday.
18 Jan 2024
Mahua MoitraMahua Moitra challenges bungalow eviction notice in Delhi High Court
Mahua Moitra, former Lok Sabha MP from the Trinamool Congress party, is contesting an eviction notice in the Delhi High Court, ANI reported on Thursday.
17 Jan 2024
Mahua MoitraMahua Moitra gets eviction notice, with 'use of force' warning
In a strongly-worded eviction notice, the Centre has asked Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra to vacate immediately a government bungalow that was allotted to her as an MP, NDTV reported.
14 Jan 2024
Milind DeoraEx-Congress leader Milind Deora joins Shiv Sena
Former Union minister Milind Deora on Sunday joined Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena hours after announcing his resignation from the Congress.
14 Jan 2024
Milind DeoraMilind Deora family's 5-decade association with Congress: Explained
Congress leader Milind Deora on Sunday announced his resignation from the primary membership of the party.
08 Jan 2024
Congress PartyLok Sabha elections: Congress starts seat-sharing talks with INDIA allies
Members of the Congress's National Alliance Committee (NAC) have begun seat-sharing talks with its Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) allies for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
03 Jan 2024
Mahua MoitraNo relief for Mahua Moitra in Lok Sabha expulsion case
In a major setback for Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Mahua Moitra, the Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday refused to look into the expulsion of Moitra from the Lok Sabha in the cash-for-query case.
31 Dec 2023
KarnatakaKarnataka: BJP MP's brother arrested for cutting trees worth crores
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Simha's brother Vikram Simha was arrested on Saturday in connection with a case filed against him for allegedly chopping down nearly 126 trees without permission.
25 Dec 2023
Mallikarjun KhargeMass suspension of opposition MPs premeditated: Kharge to Dhankhar
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has said the mass suspension of the opposition MPs during the Parliament Winter Session seems "predetermined" and "premeditated" by the central government.
24 Dec 2023
ParliamentLet people decide: BJP leader linked to Parliament security breach
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Pratap Simha, under fire over the Parliament security breach, on Sunday stated he has placed his trust in the people.
21 Dec 2023
Indian Penal Code3 criminal bills passed in Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha passed the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023; the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023; and the Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Sanhita, 2023, on Thursday.
21 Dec 2023
Ashwini VaishnawParliament Winter Session: Both Houses pass Telecommunications Bill 2023
The Parliament, on Thursday, passed the Telecommunications Bill 2023.
21 Dec 2023
ParliamentParliament passes bill on appointment, service conditions of CEC, ECs
The Lok Sabha passed a bill to establish a mechanism for the appointment of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (EC) after a brief discussion on Thursday.
21 Dec 2023
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)CISF to take over Parliament security after last week's breach
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) may soon take over the security responsibilities of Parliament.
21 Dec 2023
ParliamentFormer Karnataka cop's son detained in Parliament security breach case
An engineer from Karnataka, who is reportedly the son of a retired cop, was detained by Delhi Police officials from his Bagalkote residence on Wednesday night over alleged links to the security breach in Parliament.
20 Dec 2023
Amit ShahBills to replace criminal laws passed in Lok Sabha
Three bills that seek to replace the existing criminal laws of the country were passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
20 Dec 2023
Parliament2 more opposition MPs suspended as Parliament standoff continues
The Lok Sabha on Wednesday suspended two more MPs from the opposition parties for the remainder of the Winter Session of Parliament for "misconduct," PTI reported.
20 Dec 2023
Jagdeep DhankharDhankhar mimicry row: PM Modi's phone call and Banerjee's defense
Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankhar, on Wednesday, said that he received a phone call from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who expressed deep concern and condemnation over the alleged disrespectful behavior by some MPs.
19 Dec 2023
ParliamentLok Sabha discusses criminal law bills amid opposition absence
Even as two-thirds of opposition members remain suspended from the Lok Sabha, the Centre on Tuesday took up three bills for discussion, which—if passed—will replace the existing criminal laws.
19 Dec 2023
Narendra Modi'Maintain decorum': Modi to BJP MPs responding to opposition criticism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s MPs to "maintain decorum" when addressing criticism from the opposition.
18 Dec 2023
ParliamentAfter Parliament security breach, Centre seeks Joint Secretary (Security) nominations
The Centre has sought nominations for the Joint Secretary (Security) to the government, whose office is responsible for the Parliament security.
18 Dec 2023
Delhi PoliceParliament security breach: Delhi cops reach 6 states for investigation
The Delhi Police's Special Cell teams have arrived in six states to probe last week's Parliament security breach incident.
18 Dec 2023
Ashwini VaishnawTelecom Bill makes biometric ID compulsory for getting SIM cards
The Lok Sabha has introduced an updated Telecommunications Bill 2023, which mandates biometric identification by telecom companies before providing SIM cards to customers.
18 Dec 2023
Parliament'Unprecedented': 79 opposition MPs suspended from Parliament today
A staggering 79 opposition MPs were on Monday suspended over staging protests and alleged "misconduct," per reports.
16 Dec 2023
Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi blames unemployment for Parliament security breach
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has blamed unemployment and inflation due to the Narendra Modi government's policies for the security breach in Parliament.
15 Dec 2023
Parliament2 more suspects arrested in Parliament security breach probe
In a major development in the Parliament security breach probe, the Delhi Police's Special Cell has detained two more individuals suspected of having links to the six people arrested in the case.
15 Dec 2023
Mahua MoitraSC to hear Mahua Moitra's challenge to expulsion in January
The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra's plea challenging her expulsion from the Lok Sabha over cash-for-query allegations to January 3.
14 Dec 2023
ParliamentParliament security breach: 4 accused sent to 7-day police custody
The Patiala House Court, on Thursday, sent the four people arrested for the Parliament security breach to seven days in police custody.
14 Dec 2023
ParliamentList of major security changes made since Parliament breach
After a well-planned and coordinated attack exposed the shortcomings of the security on Parliament premises, significant security revamps have been made to ensure safety.
14 Dec 2023
ParliamentParliament breach brings security protocols under scrutiny
The Parliament security breach on Wednesday wherein two young individuals jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the visitors' gallery with smoke bombs while two others created a ruckus outside the complex shocked the nation.
