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Culture or Kremlin influence? Europe divided over its Russian Houses

A dispute between Germany and Russia over their cultural centres is drawing fresh attention to a network of Russian Houses that has faced years of accusations of propaganda and espionage, but continues to operate in several European countries.

Radio France Internationale

Parliament sees growing trend of bills introduced, passed in same session: PRS data

More than half of bills in the 18th Lok Sabha passed quickly. This trend accelerated sharply over the past year, analysis shows. The Monsoon Session saw eleven of twelve bills passed before its end. Many bills were cleared without any MP speaking on them. Lok Sabha functioned for only fifteen…

The Economic Times

Bills passed in 3 minutes, 9 with no LS MPs speaking: Parliament’s growing scrutiny gap

Parliament is increasingly passing Bills after relatively short periods of discussion. Data compiled from sessions between 2024 and 2026 across both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha show that while a few politically significant Bills did receive several hours of debate in both Houses, many have been cleared after…

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Present Lok Sabha witnesses rise in number of bills referred to joint panels

The Foreign Contributions (Regulation) Amendment Bill is the latest referred to a joint committee. Nine bills have gone to joint panels in the 18th Lok Sabha since 2024. This marks a sharp increase compared to previous Lok Sabhas. Four bills each were sent during the 16th and 17th Lok Sabhas.…

The Economic Times

"Going around with Constitution's copy in hand but did not allow House to function": FM Nirmala Sitharaman slams opposition

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman faced off against the opposition, decrying their disruptions in Parliament. She emphasized that those who uphold the Constitution should respect the House’s operations. Home Minister Amit Shah promised in-depth answers during forthcoming discussions. Meanwhile, the Tiranga Yatra initiative is drawing impressive crowds. Although 12 Bills…

The Economic Times

Lok Sabha's Monsoon Session productivity among lowest in 22 years: PRS data

Parliament's Lok Sabha saw very low productivity during its recent Monsoon session. This session's functioning level matches the Winter session of 2016. The Rajya Sabha performed better but still had limited operational time. Historical data shows significant variations in parliamentary business over years. Disruptions and political confrontations have often impacted…

The Economic Times

Parliament adjourns sine die, bringing an end to a tumultuous monsoon session

The Monsoon Session of Parliament wrapped up amid significant disruptions and intense political debates. Major topics included the NEET-UG controversy and protests from the CJP. Notably, the government managed to pass eleven critical legislative bills amidst the chaos. The session also witnessed the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan…

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Uncertainty over key bills as Congress vows to resist; Monsoon session heading for washout

Key legislation remains uncertain as Parliament's Monsoon session nears its close. Opposition parties are protesting, demanding statements on student issues and opposing new bills. The government seeks support for women's reservation and delimitation bills, facing mixed responses. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act amendment bill also faces strong opposition from various…

The Economic Times

Home Minister must speak on police excesses, PM on 'chanda chori' issue: Congress

Parliament has been disrupted for fifteen consecutive days due to opposition demands. The Congress party alleges Home Minister Amit Shah refuses to address student police brutality. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also not spoken on alleged donation theft issues. These disruptions have prevented normal functioning in both houses of Parliament.…

The Economic Times

Parliament must function smoothly: PM Modi to BJP MPs at breakfast meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a breakfast meeting with thirty-seven BJP MPs. He stressed the importance of Parliament functioning smoothly and without disruption. MPs were encouraged to spend time in the Parliament library daily. They should also engage with youth and implement local development schemes. This meeting provided an opportunity…

The Economic Times

PM Narendra Modi chairs Cabinet meet as Parliament remains deadlocked

Parliamentary sessions faced disruptions from Opposition members protesting over alleged paper leaks. Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day due to continued uproar. The Lok Sabha managed to pass the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the bill's passage…

The Economic Times

Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court judges Bills today

Parliament's Monsoon Session continues Friday with key bills in both houses. The Lok Sabha will consider birth registration and Supreme Court judge number amendments. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha will discuss micro, small, and medium enterprises development. Earlier, both houses passed the Public Examinations Prevention Bill. The Prevention of Insults to…

The Economic Times

Parliament adjourned for the day amidst uproar over NEET paper leak, CJP protests

Parliamentary proceedings faced disruptions for the fourth consecutive day due to protests. Opposition members demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET-UG exam leak. The government expressed readiness for a debate, blaming opposition for the stalemate. Protests continued inside and outside Parliament, adding to the political pressure. Both Lok…

The Economic Times

Ahead of Monsoon Session small parties lead MPs attendance rankings

Smaller parties' Members of Parliament recorded the highest attendance during the recent Budget Session. Rashtriya Loktantrik Party and Rashtriya Lok Dal MPs achieved perfect attendance records. Larger parties like BJP and Congress showed lower average attendance figures. Regional parties dominated attendance rankings in the Rajya Sabha. This data offers insights…

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Income Tax, MSME reforms among 7 key Bills on government's Monsoon Session agenda

The Centre will introduce five new Bills during the Monsoon Session. Key proposals include income tax reforms and increasing Supreme Court judges. Two pending legislations, including the Foreign Contribution Bill, will also be taken up. The Registration of Births and Deaths Bill is among the new proposals. These measures aim…

The Times of India

‘Would impose some form of restrictions’: UK minister Olivia Bailey on under-16 social media use

The UK government has committed to introducing restrictions on social media use for children under 16, even as it stopped short of backing an outright ban proposed by the House of Lords. The move comes after a prolonged tussle between the two Houses over the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.

The Independent UK

Peers vote again on under-16s social media ban as new warning issued to government

Twenty-one bereaved parents have written to members of the Lords, urging them to “vote to raise the age”

Reason

The Role of Delegation Theories in Deforming the Constitution

The Supreme Court's approaches of assuming agency authority to issue legislative rules and of prohibiting Congress from delegating to itself have resulted in an enormous transfer of power to the Executive.

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The House of Lords has voted to stop under 16s using social media – what happens now?

The House of Lords has voted, by a significant margin of 261 to 150, to prevent children under 16 in the UK from using social media platforms.

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Premier's big call as state parliament hangs in balance

Tasmania's leader has made an important appointment as he grapples with a hung parliament and braces for a no-confidence vote.

The Conversation

Why Gareth Ward’s challenge to the power to expel him from the NSW parliament failed

Gareth Ward, who was recently found guilty of four sexual offences, has resigned as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s house of the year goes to a prefab beach shack trio on Stradbroke Island

Built in a factory in Brisbane and transported to the island in modules, Blok Three Sisters is a shining example of ‘stealth density’, Houses award judge says. The owners say it’s ‘magical’

The Conversation

The African activists who challenged colonial-era slavery in Lagos and the Gold Coast

When historians and the public think about the end of domestic slavery in west Africa, they often imagine colonial governors issuing decrees and missionaries working to end local traffic in enslaved people.

The Mary Sue

The 10 Sci-Fi Books For People Who Hate Sci-Fi (And Science In General)

Science is boring, these novels make up for it.

Evening Standard

Mike Skinner compares Soho House Festival to The Hunger Games: 'Only one of you will survive'

The Streets’ headline set at Soho House Festival featured more than a little mockery from frontman Mike Skinner

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