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Jammu: The MLAs of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Wednesday took strong exception to the alleged absence of senior bureaucrats from the officers' gallery, especially during the Question Hour. The legislators across the party line stood from their seats after National Conference (NC) MLA Nazir Ahmed Khan raised the issue in the House. "The past precedence shows that the chief secretary and other commissioner secretaries would be present during the Question Hour. However, now they are sending ...Read More >
Jammu, Apr 1 (PTI) The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Wednesday witnessed rare unanimity as members across parties frowned upon the absence of senior officers from the gallery, prompting Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to flag the issue to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The issue was raised by National Conference legislator Nazir Ahmad Gurezi towards the end of the Question Hour, drawing support from members across both treasury and opposition benches, who rose from their seats in protest. The speake ...Read More >
A Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) delegation on Monday submitted a memorandum to the Telangana governor, demanding the immediate removal of state revenue and housing minister, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, pending inquiry into allegations of illegal mining and encroachment against his construction firm. The delegation to the Lok Bhavan was led by party working president KT Rama Rao (KTR). The delegation alleged that Raghava Constructions, owned by Srinivas Reddy, undertook mining activity in restrict ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 31: The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal has confirmed the five-year ban imposed by the Centre on the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang), or NSCN (K), along with all its factions, wings, and other fronts, an order notified on Tuesday said. In its order on March 19, published in the gazette late Tuesday evening, Presiding Officer Justice Nelson Sailo ruled that the activities of NSCN (K) are "detrimental to the sovereignty and integrity of India" and are ai ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Legislative Assembly was adjourned sine die on Tuesday night, wrapping up the 2026-27 Budget Session five working days ahead of its scheduled end on April 8. The sixth session of the 17th Assembly, which began on February 17 and was planned for 28 working days across two phases, ultimately functioned for only 22 days. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who also holds the finance portfolio, presented a Rs 3.10 lakh crore annual budget on February 20 during the first phas ...Read More >
Vav‑Tharad (Gujarat), March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday asserted that India's push to expand renewable energy, transport and public infrastructure is being realised on the ground. The Prime Minister made the statement while inaugurating and laying the foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 19,806.9 crore in Vav-Tharad district in Gujarat. Addressing a public gathering, the Prime Minister said that improved road and rail links would encourage busine ...Read More >
Shimla: Governor Kavinder Gupta on Monday met President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, marking his first official interaction with the top leadership after assuming office.During the meetings, the governor held detailed discussions on key issues concerning the state's development and public welfare. Gupta briefed them on the overall situation in Himachal Pradesh and highlighted major initiatives being undertaken by the state govt. These included the Drug-Free Himac ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Opposition members in the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday strongly protested alleged "insult" to son of the soil and former chief minister Biju Patnaik by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey and demanded passage of a censure motion against the lawmaker. As soon as the House assembled for the Question Hour at 10.30 am, members of BJD, Congress and CPI(M) trooped into the Well of the House and raised slogans against the State's BJP government over its silence on Dubey's statement against Biju Patna ...Read More >
Bhopal, Mar 29 (PTI) As many as 63 MLAs will participate in a two-day conference of young legislators, which will begin at the Madhya Pradesh assembly here on Monday. According to officials, legislators from Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan will be part of the conference organised by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (India Region Zone-6). Madhya Pradesh Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar reviewed preparations for the conference and issued directions to officials to ensure the eve ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairperson Harivansh Narayan Singh said India is poised to lead the 21st century, citing its rapidly growing economy and ability to overcome challenges. "India's economy is the fastest emerging economy in the world, and the coming century will be of India," Singh said while addressing the concluding session of the two-day Young MLA Convention for legislators from Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh at the Madhya Pradesh Vidhan Sabha premises o ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) A Bill to accord statutory status to Amaravati as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh will be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. The Adhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026, will be introduced in Lok Sabha. The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 will be amended to recognise Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh. Sub-Section (2) of Section 5 of the Act will be amended to incorporate "and Amaravati shall be the new capital" to replac ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: The withdrawal of security of several legislators and politicians rocked the J&K Assembly on Tuesday after the governing National Conference (NC) raised the issue and flayed the LG administration for the removal of security at its headquarters in Srinagar, Nawai Subha, even after a recent attack on party president Farooq Abdullah, saying the move risked the lives of its leader and MLAs.Police and security in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir fall under lieutenant governor Manoj ...Read More >
The NC veteran was attacked by 63-year-old Kamal Singh Jamwal during a wedding reception at Greater Kailash locality here on March 11. Abdullah had a miraculous escape when Jamwal opened fire from point-blank while the politician was leaving the function. Members from NC, Congress, PDP, BJP, CPI (M), People's Conference besides independents condemned the assassination bid in unequivocal terms. While some of the members from NC demanded that the attacker be declared a "terrorist", others demande ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: The withdrawal of security of several legislators and politicians rocked the J&K Assembly on Tuesday after the governing National Conference (NC) raised the issue and flayed the LG administration for the removal of security at its headquarters in Srinagar, Nawai Subha, even after a recent attack on party president Farooq Abdullah, saying the move risked the lives of its leader and MLAs.Police and security in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir fall under lieutenant governor Manoj ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday addressed a gathering at the Purvanchal Mahotsav 'Maati 9', a festival celebrating the art, cuisine, tourism, and heritage of the Purvanchal region. He hailed Purvanchal for its immense contributions to India's cultural and spiritual identity, according to a release. Also Read | Jammu and Kashmir: Gunfight Starts in Ganderbal, 2 Terrorists Likely To Be Trapped. Centred on the theme "Maati" (Soil), the event honours the c ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: High political drama unfolded in the Odisha Assembly on Monday after controversial remarks by BJP Lok Sabha member Nishikant Dubey on former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik triggered a massive uproar, with Opposition members stalling proceedings and demanding a clarification from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. As soon as the House assembled for the Question Hour, legislators from the Biju Janata Dal and the Indian National Congress rose in protest, raising slogans against Dubey and ...Read More >
Shimla, Mar 31 (PTI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Tuesday reduced the hike in entry tax for the small passenger vehicles in the wake of protest by people from neighbouring states, bringing it down to Rs 100 from Rs 130 earlier. "Keeping the general public's convenience in mind, the government has reduced the toll tax rate for passenger vehicles from Rs 130 to Rs 100," a statement issued here said. The state government has decided to provide concessional passes to all res ...Read More >
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday voiced strong concern over the recent withdrawal of security cover from the ruling National Conference (NC) headquarters in Srinagar, calling the decision "poorly timed" and "difficult to justify" given the region's sensitive security climate. Speaking to reporters outside the Legislative Assembly in Jammu, he said the removal of protection from the 'Nawai Subh' complex - the NC headquarters- had raised serious questions, parti ...Read More >
Jammu, Mar 31 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday condemned the decision to strip the National Conference (NC) headquarters of security, calling the move "incomprehensible" given that it comes less than a month after an assassination attempt on party president Farooq Abdullah. The comments of Omar Abdullah came after a heated half-an-hour discussion in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly with Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather demanding that authorities either declare J&K "risk-f ...Read More >
Vav-Tharad (Gujarat), March 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 19,806.9 crore at a ceremony in Vav‑Tharad in North Gujarat. The projects, undertaken by the central and state governments, span energy, transport, railways, urban infrastructure and housing, reflecting a major investment in the region's socio‑economic landscape. The inauguration drew senior state leaders, including Gujarat Chief Minister Bh ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday visited the Himachal Emporium in New Delhi. During the visit, the Governor observed a wide range of Himachali products displayed at the Emporium and expressed keen interest in the rich craftsmanship and traditional heritage reflected in these items, according to an official statement. Also Read | Nagaland State Lottery Sambad Result Today 8 PM Live: Dear Destiny Tuesday Lottery Result of March 31, 2026 Decla ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday joined a religious event organised by Shri Digambar Jain Mahasabha in Rohini, calling for non-violence and compassion towards all creatures. "One who practices compassion towards all creatures truly walks the path of Mahavir with these eternal principles of Lord Mahavir," said Gupta. On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, the event was marked by deep spiritual fervour and a collective call for global ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday visited the Himachal Emporium in New Delhi. During the visit, the Governor observed a wide range of Himachali products displayed at the Emporium and expressed keen interest in the rich craftsmanship and traditional heritage reflected in these items, according to an official statement. The Governor interacted with the officials and staff of the Emporium and lauded their efforts in promoting the unique cultura ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Tuesday distanced itself from Nishikant Dubey's controversial remarks on Biju Patnaik, claiming that the former chief minister served as a "link" between the US government, the CIA, and former prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Speaking to the media, Law Minister Prathiviraj Harichandan said that the MP made those remarks in his personal capacity and they were not reflective of the government's stance. "We are aware of the remarks made by MP Nishikant Dubey a ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Mar 31 (UNI) The Odisha Assembly witnessed uproar on Tuesday following controversial remarks by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey against legendary leader Biju Patnaik. The Opposition strongly objected, demanding that Speaker Surama Padhy take up and pass a censure motion against the MP. The disruption began as soon as the House assembled for Question Hour. Members of the BJD, Congress, and CPI(M) rushed to the well of the House, raising slogans and creating a ruckus. Despite the chaos, the ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Mar 31 (PTI) Opposition members in the Odisha Assembly on Tuesday strongly protested alleged "insult" to son of the soil and former chief minister Biju Patnaik by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey and demanded passage of a censure motion against the lawmaker. As soon as the House assembled for the Question Hour at 10.30 am, members of BJD, Congress and CPI(M) trooped into the Well of the House and raised slogans against the state's BJP government over its silence on Dubey's statement against ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Proceedings of the Odisha Assembly were severely disrupted on Monday, with the House being adjourned multiple times as Opposition members demonstrated, demanding the resignation of Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling over the death of 12 patients in a fire at a state-run hospital. This was the ninth consecutive day that members of the BJD, Congress and CPI(M) created a ruckus in the House, pressing for Mahaling's resignation over the incident at the SCB Medical College and Hospital on M ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Assembly witnessed chaos on Tuesday as opposition members protested remarks made by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey against freedom fighter and former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik, forcing Speaker Surama Padhy to adjourn the House till 11:30 am. The uproar began at 10:30 am, shortly after the House convened for the Question Hour. Members of the opposition -- BJD, Congress, and CPI(M) -- stormed the Well, raising slogans like "Odia Asmita Kuade Gola" (Where is your Odia pride). The ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Durga Prasad Mohanty, husband of Narla BJD MLA Manorama Mohanty and chairman of Narla block in Kalahandi district, has moved Orissa High Court seeking anticipatory bail, even as the Odisha police have intensified their probe into allegations against him by filing a petition in the JMFC court at Madanpur Rampur for an arrest warrant. This followed raids by Kalahandi police at multiple locations, including Rupra Road, a farmhouse, and the MLA's residence in Bhubaneswar, for over four ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: Amid opposition from BJP and CPI MLAs and suggestions from Congress members, the Telangana Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2026 was referred to an Assembly Select Committee on Monday. Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, on behalf of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, moved a motion to take up and pass the bill. After discussion, panel Speaker Revuri Prakash Reddy announced that it was being sent to the Select Committee. BJP and CPI members opposed the bill, while some Congress MLA ...Read More >
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