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OPINION | Modi’s attack on corruption: Jailed ministers must resign
India | Aug 21, 2025, 04:39 PM ISTIn the recent past, when the then Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal was arrested and sent to jail, he did not quit his post. Similarly, in Tamil Nadu, a minister Senthil Balaji, continued to be in his post, though he was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate and sent to jail on corruption charges.
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Rahul Gandhi slams BJP’s new bill, says 'Democracy being pushed back to medieval times' | Video
India | Aug 20, 2025, 11:35 PM ISTRahul Gandhi lashed out at the new Bill, claiming it drags India back to the era of kings, where an elected leader could be removed at will. “Don’t like someone’s face? File an ED case, and within 30 days, an elected person is gone,” he said.
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Bills on removal of PM, CMs and ministers over criminal cases sent to JPC
India | Aug 20, 2025, 05:52 PM ISTAs per the amendment, if the Prime Minister, a Chief Minister, or any Minister is held in custody for over 30 days on serious charges involving offences punishable with at least five years in jail, they will stand removed from their position.
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President Murmu questions SC's deadline ruling on state bills: 'Can timelines be imposed?'
India | May 15, 2025, 11:08 AM ISTThe Supreme Court has delivered conflicting judgements on whether the President's assent under Article 201 is subject to judicial review. By raising questions, the President seeks clarity on the constitutional boundaries of executive and judicial authority.
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Parliament Budget Session concludes as both houses adjourned sine die: Full list of bills passed
India | Apr 04, 2025, 02:34 PM ISTThe Budget Session of Parliament, which began on January 31, 2025, has officially come to a close with both Houses being adjourned sine die today. Both houses will now reconvene during the Monsoon session of Parliament; however, the dates have not been announced yet.
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Parliament Winter Session: Both Houses adjourned after Opposition uproar over several issues
India | Nov 28, 2024, 12:39 PM ISTParliament Winter Session 2024: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha faced adjournments over Adani issue and other matters for the fourth working day of the winter session, with the two Houses of Parliament not transacting any substantial business.
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Centre to introduce six new bills in upcoming Parliament Monsoon Session | Check here
India | Jul 19, 2024, 08:13 AM ISTThe government has convened an all-party meeting on July 21 ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament which will start next Monday. The Monsoon Session of Parliament is scheduled to begin on July 22 and will conclude on August 12.
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45 bills cleared in Lok Sabha same day they were introduced: ADR report
India | Mar 27, 2024, 06:02 PM ISTA report of the analysis, which was conducted by ADR and National Election Watch (NEW), was released on Tuesday. It sheds light on the performance of the 17th Lok Sabha and its members.
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India gets new criminal laws as three bills to replace 'colonial-era' codes get President's nod
India | Dec 26, 2023, 06:00 AM ISTThe three criminal law bills — The Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023, The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023, and The Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023 — replacing the IPC, the CrPC and the Evidence Act.
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Tamil Nadu: DMK Govt calls special Assembly session after Governor returns 10 Bills
Tamil Nadu | Nov 16, 2023, 11:51 PM ISTDuring the last hearing, the Supreme Court had observed that it was a matter of serious concern that the Governor was sitting on various Bills and other important documents sent to him by the government.
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DMK accuses Governor RN Ravi of ideological posturing, alleges delay in assenting bills
Chennai | Nov 14, 2023, 06:38 PM ISTDMK's official publication, 'Murasoli,' accuses Governor R N Ravi of using public speeches to promote himself as a guardian of 'Sanatana,' labeling it as ideological propaganda against social justice.
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SC issues notice to Centre on TN plea against delay by Governor in assenting Bills
Tamil Nadu | Nov 10, 2023, 07:49 PM ISTNot only Tamil Nadu, other states including Punjab and West Bengal have also highlighted the issue of bills not being cleared by the Raj Bhavan.
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Online electricity bill scam: Protect yourself by following these tips
Technology | Oct 22, 2023, 02:43 PM ISTFraudsters employ deceitful tactics, masquerading as legitimate electricity departments, to send messages alleging unpaid bills and imminent disconnection. These messages are designed to sow panic, coercing individuals into making rushed payments.
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Modi govt releases agenda of Parliament's Special Session, Opposition raises doubts
India | Sep 14, 2023, 12:08 AM ISTIn addition to other Business, Lok Sabha will discuss "Parliamentary Journey of 75 years starting from Samvidhan Sabha - Achievements, Experiences, Memories and Learnings" on the first day of the 13th Session of 17th Lok Sabha on 18 September 2023, a statement of Lok Sabha read posted on X.
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Modi govt tables 3 new bills in Lok Sabha to replace British-era laws: All you need to know
India | Aug 11, 2023, 04:54 PM ISTHome Minister Amit Shah said that the changes were done to provide speedy justice and creating a legal system that keeps contemporary needs and aspirations of the people.
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Which bills have been passed in Lok Sabha in Monsoon Session till now? Full list
India | Jul 31, 2023, 02:31 PM ISTThe Manipur issue has rocked Parliament's Monsoon session with the opposition alliance pressing for a statement from the prime minister before a debate.
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Lok Sabha passes bills on Dental, Nursing and Midwifery; why are they crucial for medical sector?
India | Jul 28, 2023, 03:49 PM ISTLok Sabha cleared the National Dental Commission Bill and Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill which seek to usher in better quality of nursing and dental education.
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Monsoon Session HIGHLIGHTS: Both houses adjourned till Monday amid uproar over Manipur violence
India | Jul 22, 2023, 06:27 AM ISTParliament Monsoon Session: Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha failed to execute any business as opposition members caused uproar over the situation in Manipur regardless of the government's assurance that it was ready to discuss the issue in both Houses on Thursday.
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Parliament: All you need to know about different sessions, bills, hours and motions | READ
Explainers | Jul 20, 2023, 01:58 PM ISTThe Parliament is the supreme legislative body of the country. It is a bicameral legislature composed of the President of India and two houses: the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) and the Lok Sabha (Lowe House).
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Parliament Monsoon Session: Both Houses adjourned till July 21 amid ruckus over Manipur violence
India | Jul 20, 2023, 02:38 PM ISTParliament Monsoon Session: As many as 31 bills are likely to be taken up during the session, which will continue till August 11 comprising of 17 sittings.