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AAP moves court alleging result manipulation in Ashok Vihar MCD by-poll, notices issued to EC and BJP candidate

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has approached a Delhi court alleging large-scale irregularities and manipulation in the recently held Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) by-election for Ashok Vihar Ward 65, after the party's candidate was initially shown as t... read..

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"Does not understand issue properly": BJP MP Vivek Thakur slams Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

BJP MP Vivek Thakur on Friday hit out at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the passage of Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM G Bill), which reframes MGNREGA, saying Congres... read..

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PM Modi to visit Bengal on December 20, inaugurate NH projects worth Rs 3,200 crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal on Saturday, December 20, to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for two National Highway projects worth around Rs 3,200 crores.... read..

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Congress's no-confidence motion against Haryana's BJP govt defeated, Opposition walks out

The Congress party's no-confidence motion against Haryana's BJP government has been defeated in the assembly. Congress MLAs walked out in protest, citing issues such as deteriorating law and order, farmers' struggles for MSP, and poor road conditions.... read..

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More than 97 lakh electors removed from ECI's draft SIR roll in Tamil Nadu

The Election Commission of India on Friday released the draft electoral roll for Tamil Nadu, after collecting 5,43,76,755 enumeration forms of voters across the state. The Election Commission in Tamil Nadu has deleted 97,37,831 electors from the list due ... read..

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Pollution on rise due to vehicle congestion at MCD toll plazas: AAP's Praveen Kumar

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi MCD Sah-Prabhari Praveen Kumar alleged that long queues of vehicles at toll plazas run by the BJP-led Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) were worsening the capital's air pollution, despite clear Supreme Court directions to sh... read..

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AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticised over 'Ram ke naam...' statement

A sharp political debate erupted over Sanjay Singh's statement in Parliament on Friday that invoked the name of the Hindu God 'Ram'. The ruling party, BJP members, strongly criticised the MP over the statement, with Union Minister Pralhad Joshi even alleg... read..

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"Resign and seek re-election if you truly have 66% public support": KTR challenges Telangana CM

BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Friday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, daring him to prove his claims of approval of people in panchayat elections by making the ten defected BRS MLAs resign and seek a fresh mandate.... read..

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"Couldn't see anything serious...": Haryana CM responds to no-confidence motion; takes potshots at Hooda, Rahul Gandhi

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said that he "couldn't see anything serious" in the no-confidence motion against his government and took potshots at Congress leaders Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Rahul Gandhi.... read..

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Swati Maliwal meets Union Environment Minister, demands strengthening of CAQM to tackle Delhi's air pollution crisis

Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal met Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupendra Yadav on Friday, and submitted a memorandum highlighting the continuously deteriorating air quality in Delhi and its severe impact on public health.... read..

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PM Modi to inaugurate new terminal building of Guwahati airport, unveil Rs 15,600-crore development projects in Assam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Assam on December 20-21, during which he will inaugurate the New Terminal Building of Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati and unveil development projects worth around Rs 15,600 crore in As... read..

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UP: Senior Deputy Election Commissioner reviews SIR campaign in Prayagraj

Manish Garg, Senior Deputy Election Commissioner, GOI, inspected the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in Prayagraj city of Uttar Pradesh.... read..

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"Delhi pollution been a PR activity for them:" Ashish Sood slams Arvind Kejriwal over Delhi pollution row

Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood on Friday slammed former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the city's pollution crisis, alleging in a press conference that the Aam Aadmi Party has treated Delhi's pollution as a PR activity to consolidate its political f... read..

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Opposition, BJP trade sharp words over passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025

The VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 sparked intense debate in Parliament, with the opposition and ruling BJP at odds over its impact on rural labourers and the poor.... read..

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Haryana govt afraid of Congress, avoids answering questions by curtailing sessions: Congress MLA Jassi Petwar

Congress MLA Jassi Petwar on Thursday criticised the Haryana government's short assembly session, alleging it's a deliberate attempt to avoid answering opposition questions.... read..

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Over 3,300 Shiv Sena aspirants seek tickets for Thane district civic polls; women show strong participation

Ahead of the upcoming municipal corporation elections, the Shiv Sena has received an overwhelming response from aspirants in Thane district, with as many as 3,348 party workers submitting applications for candidature across six civic bodies. The large tur... read..

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"BJP leaders want to establish 'Kaurava Raj, not Ram Raj": Mehbooba Mufti slams Giriraj Singh for defending Bihar CM

PDP chief and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Friday lashed out at Union Minister Giriraj Singh for defending Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, who pulled down the veil from a woman doctor's face while handing her a letter of appointment.... read..

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Gajendra Shekhawat's message to Sonia Gandhi on Nehru papers: "Urge her to return documents to PM Museum"

Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat raised questions in Parliament over documents related to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru that were taken from the Prime Ministers' Museum and Library (PMML) in 2008, urging former Congress President S... read..

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"Descendants of Nathuram Godse": Congress MP Aujla slams VB G RAM-G bill, questions renaming of MGNREGA

After Parliament cleared the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla on Friday criticised the move, saying many states are already burdened with debt and that the Centre has raised the funding... read..

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Air pollution should be discussed in next Parliament session: Priyanka Gandhi

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday expressed disappointment that Parliament failed to discuss air pollution in the Winter Session, which concluded earlier in the day, saying the issue deserved urgent attention and should be scheduled in the next ... read..

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BJP MP Nishikant Dubey slams Opposition MPs over House conduct, calls it "shameful"

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Friday strongly criticised Congress, DMK and TMC MPs over their conduct in Parliament, calling it "shameful" and said a Privilege Notice has been moved against eight MPs for their actions during the proceedings.... read..

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41 CPI (Maoist) cadres surrender in Telangana, hand over 24 firearms to Police

In a major setback to the banned CPI (Maoist) organisation, forty-one underground cadres, including six senior functionaries, surrendered before the Telangana Police on Friday, renouncing violence and opting to join the mainstream of society. The surrende... read..

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Congress Lok Sabha MPs to meet at CPP office after passage of VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025

Congress Lok Sabha MPs will hold a meeting at the CPP Office at 10:30 am, following the passing of the VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025 (Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) in both houses of the parliament.... read..

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"Anti-state, Anti-village by design," Rahul Gandhi slams government on VB-G RAM G bill

The Opposition continues its vocal protest over the passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill in Parliament.... read..

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"VB-G RAM G bill very harmful, original MGNREGA backbone of rural economy": Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra sharply criticised the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, asserting that the original MGNREGA scheme, structured with the Centre paying the bulk of funds (often referred to as 90%... read..

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Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha MP Sanjay Jaiswal serves notice under Rule 223 over breach of privilege by MPs

Sanjay Jaiswal, Member of Lok Sabha submitted a notice under Rule 223 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the House, alleging breach of privilege and contempt by several Members during the proceedings on the "Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for... read..

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Winter Session 2025 of Parliament concludes, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die

Amid Opposition protests over the passage of the VB-G Ram G Bill, Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday by Speaker Om Birla after Vande Mataram was played in the House.... read..

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Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha to introduce key bills on final day

The 6th Session of the 18th Lok Sabha is scheduled to reconvene at 11 am on Friday. The House was adjourned earlier following disruptions after the passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill, which replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (... read..

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P Chidambaram calls Congress committee members to go house to house and verify final voter list after SIR in Tamil Nadu

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Friday called party's booth committee members to verify the final voter list in Tamil Nadu by visiting door to door after the Election Commission announced the deletion of 97.37 lakh voters during Special Intensive ... read..

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"Takes out the heart": Cong MP Shashi Tharoor on renaming MGNREGA

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed strong disapproval over the renaming of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), saying the move "takes out the heart of the entire Mahatma Gandhi rural employment program."... read..

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Growing ease of resources, facilities without physical exertion giving rise to unexpected challenges: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday emphasised that the lack of "physical labour" due to the convenience of resources can create unforeseen challenges for the human body, encouraging citizens to adopt a more active lifestyle.... read..

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"Goa Liberation Day reminds us of a defining chapter in our national journey", says PM Modi; Goa CM Sawat hoists National Flag

Panaji (Goa) [India], December 19 (ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took to X to commemorate Goa Liberation Day, calling it a "defining chapter" in India's national journey and paying tribute to the spirit of those who fought against injustice ... read..

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BJP MLA Ram Kadam gets haircut after 4 years to celebrate resolution of water issue in Ghatkopar

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Ram Kadam got a haircut on Thursday after keeping his hair uncut for four years, following the resolution of the long-standing water problem in his constituency, Ghatkopar West.... read..

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Yoga has shown path to health, balance and harmony to the world: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that Yoga is part of traditional medicine systems and the ancient Indian practice has shown the whole world the path to health, balance, and harmony.... read..

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Court issues notice on plea challenging result of MCD bypoll of Ashok Vihar seat

The Rohini District court has issued a notice on an election petition challenging the result of the MCD bypoll on the Ashok Vihar ward seat. This petition has been filed by the Aam Admi Party (AAP) candidate Seema Goyal against Veena Asija. Asija was decl... read..

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PM Modi inaugurates WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Director General of the World Health Organisation, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on Friday inaugurated the new WHO-South East Asian Regional Office Complex in Delhi during the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine... read..

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Assamese daughters Lovlina, Hima, Uma and Simu fulfilled dreams of PM Modi, CM Himanta: State BJP

On the eve of the Prime Minister's visit, the outstanding achievements and glory brought to the nation through sports by Lovlina Borgohain, Hima Das, Uma Chetry and Simu Das have been widely discussed across the country.... read..

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BJP has no respect for Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighter, says TMC MP Dola Sen

TMC MP Dola Sen on Friday criticised the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that the party was not a part of the freedom struggle and hence does not respect freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi.... read..

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Rahul Gandhi holds lunch meeting with former German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday had a lunch discussion with former Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz during his 5-day visit to Germany.... read..

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Chennai Mayor Priya updates on road repairs; BJP walkout over sanitation workers' wage allegations

A meeting of the Greater Chennai Corporation council, chaired by Chennai Mayor R. Priya was held on Friday. During the meeting, DMK councillor Semozli raised concerns about broken roads following the monsoon rains and sought updates on restoration work.... read..

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'He has to prove allegations, time will answer': Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar hits back at BJP's Vijayendra remarks

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday responded to BJP leader Vijayendra's accusation, calling him the "father of corruption," saying the claims need proof and that time will answer the questions raised.... read..

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"Inspiring time for nation": Andhra CM Naidu meets BJP Working President Nitin Nabin in Delhi

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday met Nitin Nabin, the newly appointed working president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in the national capital and extended his congratulations, describing the moment as inspiring and forwar... read..

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During sixth session of 18th Lok Sabha, productivity was 111 percent: LS Speaker Om Birla

The Sixth Session of the Eighteenth Lok Sabha, which commenced on December 1, concluded today, marking a productive fortnight in Parliament. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla informed that the House held 15 sittings, totalling 92 hours and 25 minutes, achieving ... read..

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"BJP members opposing hate speech bill without reason": Karnataka CM's legal advisor

The Karnataka Assembly on Thursday passed a hate speech bill, sparking controversy with the BJP opposition.... read..

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"He should be worried that he will be left far behind in 2027": BJP MP Ravi Kishan slams Akhilesh Yadav

BJP MP Ravi Kishan on Thursday slammed Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who criticised the Election Commission and the ruling party in Uttar Pradesh, alleging vote theft and threatening to remove opposition votes.... read..

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BJP Tamil Nadu Chief Nainar Nagenthran demands Rs 1 cr compensation for Poornachandran's family amid protests

BJP Tamil Nadu Unit Chief Nainar Nagenthran arrived at Madurai Government Rajaji Hospital, where the body of Poornachandran, a 40-year-old man who set himself ablaze over the Karthigai Deepam row, was being kept, to meet the grieving family.... read..

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"Democray a process of engagement, accountability," Rahul Gandhi in Berlin

Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) on X on Friday shared highlights from Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's address at the Hertie School in Berlin, where he spoke on leadership, democracy, and global responsibility.... read..

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"Every mafia in the state has ties to the Samajwadi Party": UP CM Yogi on cough syrup smuggling case

UP CM Yogi Adityanath said that strict action has been taken in the illegal cough syrup smuggling case. NDPS, STF and FSDA, along with the UP government and police, are on the case. He lashed out at Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav on the... read..

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PM Modi's posts feature in 8 of India's 10 most-liked tweets over past 30 Days

PM Narendra Modi's posts have dominated X (formerly Twitter), with eight out of the ten most-liked tweets in India over the past 30 days coming from his account.... read..

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Jairam Ramesh accuses BJP government of U-turn, says SHANTI Bill provisions contrast its stance on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday slammed the BJP-led government over provisions of the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, (SHANTI Bill), saying that the party was going against the stance ... read..

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Jairam Ramesh calls winter session 'pollution session', slams govt lack of debate on pollution

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Friday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over air pollution, alleging that the recently concluded winter sitting of Parliament effectively turned into a "pollution session" due to the government's unwillingn... read..

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