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Violent Clash Erupts in Mexican Congress as Lawmakers Exchange Blows and Pull Hair During Legislative Session
Dec 17, 2025 04:27 pm CST
Mexican lawmakers from opposing political parties engaged in a physical confrontation during a congressional session, with female representatives pushing, elbowing, and pulling each other's hair at the podium. The altercation began when members of the right-wing National Action Party (PAN) refused to yield the podium during a protest against proposed legislation, leading to a violent clash with the ruling Morena Party representatives that was captured on video and condemned by both sides.
Maharashtra Opposition Boycotts Tea Party Over Leader of Opposition Appointment Dispute
Dec 07, 2025 10:30 pm CST
The Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition has boycotted the Maharashtra government's traditional tea party before the winter assembly session, protesting the failure to appoint Leaders of Opposition in both Houses. MVA leaders cite constitutional disrespect while the ruling BJP claims the opposition lacks required numbers. The upcoming session is expected to focus on agricultural distress, corruption allegations, and political disputes over constitutional positions.
Former Kerala Congress MLA Charged for Destroying Road Divider in Thrissur Temple Access Dispute
Nov 07, 2025 08:52 pm CST
Former Congress MLA Anil Akkara faces legal charges after allegedly demolishing a newly constructed road divider in Kerala's Thrissur district, claiming it blocked temple access. The contractor reports damages of Rs 19,160 in what officials describe as deliberate destruction of public property amid ongoing road development.
Trinamool Congress Sets Up Help Desks to Protect Voter Rights in Bengal's Special Intensive Revision
Nov 01, 2025 12:13 am CST
The Trinamool Congress is establishing help desks across West Bengal to ensure no legitimate voters are excluded during the Special Intensive Revision process. Led by Abhishek Banerjee, the party has warned of major protests in Delhi if voter names are omitted, particularly in border districts where irregularities have already been reported. Teams of party workers are comparing physical and digital voter lists to identify discrepancies before Booth Level Officers begin home visits.
Congress and Opposition Parties Boycott Parliamentary Committee on Bills to Remove Arrested Officials
Oct 14, 2025 12:11 pm CST
Congress has officially declined to participate in the joint parliamentary committee examining three controversial bills that would allow removal of government officials arrested for 30 consecutive days. Other opposition parties including Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and AAP have also joined the boycott, claiming the legislation targets opposition leaders and is unconstitutional.