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  US lawmakers urge sanctions over 'human right crisis' in Pakistan under Shehbaz Sharif-Munir regime

  World | December 04, 2025 23:59 IST

  Multiple examples involving Pakistani Americans highlight this transnational repression. Investigative journalist Ahmed Noorani suffered harsh retaliation after uncovering military corruption, including the abduction and assault of his brothers in Pakistan.

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  Two Minnesota lawmakers shot in suspected targeted attack, former speaker Melissa Hortman killed

  World | June 14, 2025 23:56 IST

  Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and Senator John Hoffman and his wife critically injured in a targeted, politically motivated shooting at their homes.

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  Massive salary hike for Pakistan's top lawmakers sparks public outrage amid economic crisis

  World | June 07, 2025 23:25 IST

  Pakistan's 500% salary hike for top lawmakers amid economic crisis and IMF aid has sparked widespread public outrage and raised concerns over the government's fiscal priorities.

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  US: American Airlines plane carrying lawmakers collide at Washington Airport

  World | April 11, 2025 1:16 IST

  United States: The New York Congressman shared an image out of his plane window and said fellow member of Congress Grace Meng was 'handing out grapes' to other passengers during their delay.

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  Chaos reigns in Taiwanese parliament as lawmakers exchange blows in dispute over reforms | VIDEO

  World | May 17, 2024 15:44 IST

  Lawmakers clashed over parliament reforms calling for greater scrutiny of the government, proposed by the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and the smaller TPP. The ruling Democratic Progressive Party accused them of 'abusing power' by forcing the proposals without consultation.

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  'Lecturing India on human rights won't...': Indian-American lawmakers urge constructive talks

  World | May 17, 2024 10:36 IST

  Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna said India was colonised for over 100 years and thus lecturing them on human rights would be unproductive. Meanwhile, other lawmakers like Pramila Jayapal and Shri Thanedar underscored that India remains an important partner of the US.

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  SC orders lawmakers cannot claim immunity from prosecution, overrules 1998 Narsimha Rao Judgement

  India | March 04, 2024 11:06 IST

  The apex court had on September 20, 2023 agreed to reconsider its judgement, saying it was an important issue having a significant bearing on "morality of polity".

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  'Can cause significant damage...': Indian-American lawmakers on Pannun foiled murder plot

  World | December 16, 2023 11:17 IST

  The lawmakers welcomed India's decision to constitute an enquiry committee to probe the matter and stressed that it is critical to hold those responsible, including Indian government officials, accountable and provide assurances that such incidents are not repeated.

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  Several US lawmakers write to Biden administration on suspending assistance to Pakistan

  World | November 19, 2023 12:38 IST

  The lawmakers, led by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, urged the Biden administration to withhold further security assistance until Pakistan conducts free and fair elections. They also expressed concerns over the strengthening of anti-blasphemy laws in Pakistan.

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  Jharkhand Political Crisis: 32 UPA MLAs parked in Chhattisgarh amid poaching fears | 10 Points

  India | August 31, 2022 0:04 IST

  Jharkhand political crisis: The flight carrying the MLAs took off from the Ranchi airport shortly after 4.30 pm and arrived in Raipur, the capital of the Congress-ruled Chhattisgarh, around 5:30 pm.

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  US lawmakers approve CAATSA waiver for India over S-400 missile deal with Russia

  World | July 15, 2022 13:50 IST

  India-US news: After the House passage of the NDAA- the Senate must approve its version. Then lawmakers must reach a compromise version of the legislation, which authorizes more than $800 billion in defense spending.

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  Despite 66% hike, Delhi MLAs might still be among lowest paid lawmakers in country: Data

  India | July 04, 2022 23:46 IST

  The figures by PRS Legislative, a non-profit organisation, state that Himachal Pradesh MLAs draw a salary of Rs 55,000 while the constituency allowance, daily allowance, secretarial allowance, telephone allowance stand at Rs 90,000, Rs 1,800, Rs 30,000, Rs 15,000, respectively. 

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  Texas lawmakers approve abortion ban as early as 6 weeks

  World | May 14, 2021 9:25 IST

  Texas would ban abortions after as early as six weeks and allow private citizens to enforce the rule through civil lawsuits against doctors and others under a measure given final approval by state lawmakers.

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  EU delegation backs India's efforts to end terror in J&K

  India | October 30, 2019 13:34 IST

  "We were briefed about the situation. The steps being taken are quite thorough. We would have liked to meet more people from civil society, but we understand the situation, and feel assured", EU lawmakers added.  

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  Supreme Court allows lawyers elected as lawmakers to practice in courts

  India | September 25, 2018 12:09 IST

  The top court’s statement came during the hearing of a PIL seeking to bar lawyer-lawmakers from practising in courts.

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  Jaitley asks lawmakers to be aggressive on topics, not people during debates in Parliament

  India | March 11, 2018 17:57 IST

  He said mere statements should be avoided as those who fail to prove their charges against others often lose credibility.

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  French lawmakers vote on punishing prostitutes’ clients

  World | April 06, 2016 17:25 IST

  Paris: France’s lower house of parliament holds a final vote on Wednesday on a bill against prostitution and sex trafficking that bans buying sex, not selling it. Customers would face fines and be required to

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  Prime Minister's office should stop interfering in Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal

  Politics | September 26, 2015 17:51 IST

  New Delhi: Under fire from some of BJP's lawmakers, Delhi's Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung found support from unusual quarters, when chief minister Arvind Kejriwal blamed the Centre for political interference rather than finding fault with

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  Pakistan lawmakers condemn caricatures of Islam's prophet

  World | January 15, 2015 19:45 IST

  Islamabad: Pakistani lawmakers passed a resolution and marched outside parliament on Thursday to protest the publication of images of Islam's prophet in the satirical French magazine attacked by extremists last week.Like many other Muslim nations,

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  Becoming a lawmaker is like 'cocaine': Parrikar

  Politics | October 15, 2014 10:21 IST

  Panaji: Becoming a parliamentarian or a legislator is like "a cocaine", said Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, who backed high salaries for lawmakers.Parrikar was speaking during the concluding session of the 16th All India Whips' conference