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  INDIA bloc vs NDA in Jharkhand Rajya Sabha Polls today: Will Parimal Nathwani spring a surprise?

  India | June 18, 2026 8:46 IST

  The INDIA bloc appears to have a numerical advantage. It holds 56 MLAs in total — including 34 from the JMM, 16 from Congress, four from the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and two from CPI(ML) Liberation.

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  Supreme Court quashes Meenakshi Natarajan's plea against Rajya Sabha nomination rejection

  India | June 12, 2026 23:36 IST

  The Supreme Court declined to intervene in the returning officer's decision to reject Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination, which was cancelled over the alleged non-disclosure of a criminal case registered in Telangana.

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  Super 100: Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP after defeat in Rajya Sabha elections

  News | June 11, 2026 22:10 IST

  In Madhya Pradesh, BJP won all three Rajya Sabha seats unopposed, victory certificate handed over to Tarun Chugh, Rajneesh Aggarwal and Mahesh Kewat, nomination of Congress's Meenakshi Natarajan canceled.

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  'My relationship with PM Modi not because of Rajya Sabha berth': Deve Gowda on Congress' dig

  Karnataka | June 10, 2026 15:01 IST

  The Congress accused the BJP of sidelining the JD(S) patriarch by not giving him another Rajya Sabha term. The party claimed the move was disrespectful not only to Deve Gowda but also to the people of Karnataka. It also said the BJP’s decision reflected poorly on its alliance politics.

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  BJP-backed Parimal Nathwani's Rajya Sabha nomination accepted despite Congress' objection

  Jharkhand | June 10, 2026 14:19 IST

  The Returning Officer declared Nathwani's nomination valid after examining documents and reviewing objections raised during the scrutiny process.

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  'Blatantly unlawful': What Congress delegation told EC on rejection of Natarajan's nomination

  India | June 10, 2026 13:54 IST

  Congress leader Singhvi stated that the delegation requested an urgent reconsideration, especially since the matter came up on the day of withdrawal of nominations, leaving limited time for correction or review.

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  Natarajan's nomination fiasco linked to Congress' internal distrust? MP Minister Sarang's big claim

  Madhya Pradesh | June 10, 2026 11:44 IST

  The Congress has launched protests against the Election Commission, accusing them of bias and procedural irregularities in handling the nomination process. Party leaders argue that the developments reflect misuse of institutional mechanisms to influence political outcomes.

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  Who is Mahesh Kewat? BJP leader set for Rajya Sabha debut after EC rejects Natarajan's nomination

  India | June 10, 2026 7:35 IST

  BJP had earlier raised objections to Natarajan’s nomination papers, alleging discrepancies and concealment of important information. Following the rejection of her nomination, BJP’s third candidate, Mahesh Kewat, is now poised to secure victory unopposed.

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  Super 100: Major setback for Congress in MP Rajya Sabha elections.

  News | June 09, 2026 23:57 IST

  Nomination of Congress candidate Meenakshi Natarajan canceled after objection from BJP. Meenakshi Natarajan accused of hiding information about criminal case in the form. All three Rajya Sabha candidates of BJP are certain to win.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: BJP victory assured, why Congress candidate's nomination rejected?

  Aaj Ki Baat | June 10, 2026 2:20 IST

  The Congress party in Madhya Pradesh was caught off guard. Fearing cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha elections, the Congress remained focused on the security of its MLAs, transferring them from Bhopal to Bangalore via chartered flight.

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  Natarajan slams BJP for RS nomination rejection, Congress to hold hunger strike | Key points

  Madhya Pradesh | June 09, 2026 23:36 IST

  Meenakshi Natarajan on Tuesday said it all began when the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party fielded a third candidate despite lacking the requisite numerical strength. She said it also became evident that they were engaging in politics designed to trample upon the Constitution and democracy.

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  MP Rajya Sabha race: BJP fields third nominee; is trouble brewing for Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan?

  India | June 08, 2026 11:37 IST

  Earlier on June 4, the saffron party released a list of 11 candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls. The elections will take place on June 18, with voting scheduled for 24 seats spread across 10 states.

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  Rift brewing in INDIA bloc? JMM to contest both Rajya Sabha seats in Jharkhand in blow to Congress

  Jharkhand | June 06, 2026 15:02 IST

  Fresh signs of tension have emerged within the INDIA bloc in Jharkhand after the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) officially declared that it wants to field candidates on both Rajya Sabha seats going to polls on June 18.

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  Congress announces 7 candidates for Rajya Sabha; nominates Kharge, Pawan Khera from Karnataka

  India | June 05, 2026 15:26 IST

  The elections for the Rajya Sabha seats will be held on June 18 in 10 states where the incumbents are retiring on different dates beginning June 21 to July 19.

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  Rahul Gandhi to attend DK Shivakumar's swearing-in ceremony on June 3

  India | June 01, 2026 19:01 IST

  DK Shivakumar will take the oath as the Karnataka Chief Minister along with his cabinet colleagues on June 3 at the Lok Bhavan premises.

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  Will Siddaramaiah resign today? All eyes on Governor's meet amid discontent in Karnataka Congress

  Karnataka | May 28, 2026 0:03 IST

  As per sources, several ministers and MLAs reportedly pressed for a coordinated show of strength within the legislature party, including the collection of signatures from MLAs and the submission of a formal letter to the party high command affirming continued support for Siddaramaiah’s leadership.

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  Karnataka power huddle: CM Siddaramaiah to resign tomorrow, seeks time from Governor

  Karnataka | May 27, 2026 16:53 IST

  Political developments in Karnataka had intensified on Tuesday after the Congress held a lengthy six-hour meeting. Although the party maintained that the discussions focused only on the Rajya Sabha elections in Karnataka, speculation continued over major decisions concerning the state government.

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  Elections for 24 Rajya Sabha seats across 10 states on June 18, results on same day; check schedule

  India | May 22, 2026 11:53 IST

  Among those who are retiring from the Rajya Sabha are former Prime Minister and Janata Dal Secular (JDS) leader HD Deve Gowda; Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge (both from Karnataka); Union ministers Ravneet Singh Bittu (Rajasthan) and George Kurian (Madhya Pradesh).

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  Rajya Sabha race intensifies in Congress; 24 Akbar Road bungalow retention seen as strategic subtext

  India | May 18, 2026 18:15 IST

  In Karnataka, the candidature of party president Mallikarjun Kharge for the Rajya Sabha is considered certain. Additionally, one seat is expected to go to a Lingayat community representative, while discussions continue over the remaining seat.

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  Congress issues notice to fifth Haryana MLA over cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls: Who is he?

  India | March 20, 2026 11:55 IST

  The Congress has issued a notice to Janrail Singh, marking him as the fifth legislator accused of cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha elections. The party’s disciplinary committee has demanded an explanation as it continues internal action against violators.