Rajya Sabha
Rajya Sabha Drama: Kharge's Remarks on Dhankhar's Exit Spark BJP Backlash in Parliament
Dec 01, 2025 05:54 pm CST
In a tense parliamentary exchange, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge welcomed new Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan while expressing regret over former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation. Kharge reminded Radhakrishnan of his Congress roots and urged impartiality, prompting strong rebuttals from BJP's Kiren Rijiju who criticized the Opposition's past treatment of Dhankhar. This confrontation highlights ongoing tensions between government and opposition in India's upper house of Parliament.
The Ban on 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' in Parliament: Colonial Mindset in Modern Governance
Dec 01, 2025 03:23 pm CST
A Rajya Sabha MP criticizes the recent prohibition of national slogans 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jai Hind' in Parliament, arguing that this decision reveals the BJP government's colonial mindset despite its public rhetoric against such influences. The article examines the historical significance of these freedom-era slogans and questions the contradiction between celebrating them publicly while banning their use in India's highest legislative body.
Mamata Banerjee Defends National Slogans: "Jai Hind and Vande Mataram Are Our Heritage"
Nov 27, 2025 02:05 am CST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Rajya Sabha's new guidelines prohibiting national slogans like "Jai Hind" and "Vande Mataram" in Parliament. She defended these expressions as integral to India's independence movement and cultural identity while raising concerns about threats to democracy, citizenship rights, and Bengal's historical contributions to the nation's freedom struggle.
Union Minister Suresh Gopi Expresses Desire to Return to Acting Career Amid Political Duties
Oct 13, 2025 10:20 am CST
Union Minister Suresh Gopi has revealed his intention to resume his acting career while serving as the Thrissur MP, citing financial concerns since taking office. The actor-turned-politician expressed that he never sought a ministerial position and suggested that Rajya Sabha MP C Sadanandan Master could potentially replace him in the cabinet role.
Ashwini Vaishnaw at NDTV World Summit 2025: Leading India's Digital Transformation Journey
Oct 09, 2025 10:05 pm CST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will showcase India's technological advancements at the NDTV World Summit 2025, highlighting his impressive career journey from IAS officer to Cabinet Minister overseeing Railways, Electronics & IT, and Information & Broadcasting. Under his leadership, India has witnessed remarkable progress in railway modernization, digital connectivity, and technological innovation, establishing the country as a global IT powerhouse.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Hospitalized in Bengaluru Due to Fever
Oct 01, 2025 11:41 am CST
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, 83, has been hospitalized at MS Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru after developing fever and leg pain. Party sources confirm the Opposition Leader in Rajya Sabha is in stable condition under medical supervision since Tuesday.
Government Considers Two-Year Extension for Parliamentary Standing Committees: Potential Boost for Shashi Tharoor
Sep 27, 2025 02:26 pm CST
The Indian government is evaluating a proposal to extend parliamentary standing committee tenures from one to two years, responding to opposition calls for more thorough legislative scrutiny. This potential change would particularly benefit Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, allowing him to retain his Foreign Affairs Committee chairmanship despite reported party differences. The proposed reform aims to address continuity issues in the 24 committees that oversee governmental departments and policies.
Lalu Yadav's Daughter Unfollows Him, Brother Tejashwi On Social Media Ahead Of Polls
Sep 22, 2025 10:17 pm CST
The rift within Rashtriya Janata Dal patriarch Lalu Yadavs family continues to make headlines ahead of the assembly polls in Bihar, when it is essential for the Opposition parties to show a united front.
"Confident Of Sending MLAs To Tamil Nadu Assembly In 2026": Kamal Haasan
Sep 20, 2025 02:58 am CST
Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) chief and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan expressed confidence that his party will send legislators to the Tamil Nadu Assembly in 2026, as he leads a round of consultations with party functionaries from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
Kamal Haasan Begins Talks With Party Functionaries Ahead of 2026 Polls
Sep 19, 2025 02:39 am CST
Actor-turned-politician and Makkal Needhi Maiam chief Kamal Haasan has begun consultations with his party functionaries from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry as part of preparations for the 2026 Assembly elections.