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Parliamentary panel recommends mandatory kidney tests for all aged 20 yrs and above every 6 months

A parliamentary committee proposes mandatory kidney function tests for adults aged twenty and above. High-risk individuals will undergo annual screening to detect kidney disease early. This policy shift aims to prevent advanced kidney failure and slow disease progression. The committee also advocates for automatic eGFR reporting with serum creatinine tests.…

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India's peak power demand rises 12% in April-June, evening supply gap widens to 3,045 MW: Govt

India's peak electricity demand rose 12 per cent from April to June over the same period last year. An all-time high of 270.8 gigawatts was recorded in May. June saw an evening supply gap of over three thousand megawatts.

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Rajya Sabha to take up Taxation, Bankers’ Books bills on Monday

The Rajya Sabha will consider two important bills on Monday. The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill proposes significant tax changes. It aims to boost investment and support manufacturing sectors. The Bankers' Books Evidence Bill will modernize banking record admissibility. These legislative actions seek to enhance economic stability and ease…

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PM Modi hosts MPs of NDA allies over breakfast, expresses concern over Parliament disruptions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted over forty NDA constituent MPs for a breakfast meeting. He emphasised the need for smooth parliamentary functioning and discussed development for West Bengal and Northeast states.

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'All part of NDA family': NCPI MP's highlight message of collective identity given by PM Modi at breakfast meet

Jagdish Basunia, a leader of the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI), on Friday described his breakfast meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "great interaction," noting that the Prime Minister emphasised the collective identity of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) as a "family."

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LoP Kharge demands Amit Shah's statement in RS over July 20 police action; Minister Rijiju says LoP cannot dictate government

Opposition leaders demanded a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. They sought discussion on police action against protesters at Jantar Mantar. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju responded to the opposition's demands. He stated the opposition could not dictate parliamentary proceedings. The Rajya Sabha Chairman asked Rijiju to convey the…

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'What is the right time': NC asks Centre to restore statehood to J-K

The National Conference questioned the Centre about restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood. They highlighted unfulfilled promises made after delimitation and Assembly elections. Leaders stated that seven years have passed since Article 370 was abrogated. The party and Congress demanded restoration of constitutional rights and statehood. Both parties held protest rallies…

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Exam paper leaks a burning issue, need to examine reasons: Rajya Sabha MP V Vijayendra Prasad

Rajya Sabha MP V Vijayendra Prasad has proposed an innovative technology-driven approach to generate examination papers. This system is designed to create and encrypt question papers just minutes before the exams begin, effectively minimizing the chances of leaks. His proposal addresses recent examination controversies while he also teased updates on…

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Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026 passed in Rajya Sabha amidst Opposition sloganeering

The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the Rajya Sabha. This bill aims to tighten rules for registering births and deaths. Delayed registrations after one year require magistrate approval. Registrations delayed over two years need judicial magistrate orders. The Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026 was also…

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INDIA Bloc leaders hold floor strategy meeting ahead of Monsoon session Proceedings

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for Parliament's Monsoon Session. Congress MPs submitted notices seeking urgent discussions on Ram Mandir donation issues. These notices highlighted alleged theft and financial irregularities concerning the Trust. The government aims to advance its legislative agenda during the session. Parliament anticipates further confrontations as…

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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…

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Parliament clears Vande Mataram Bill; national song gets same legal protection as anthem

Parliament has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The Lok Sabha cleared the legislation after the Rajya Sabha approved it. This bill extends statutory protection to the National Song, Vande Mataram. Deliberate insult or disruption of its singing will now be a criminal offense. The…

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Anti-paper leak bill testifies govt's resolve for zero tolerance towards exam leaks: Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha

The Rajya Sabha debated the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, on Thursday. This bill aims to prevent unfair means and paper leaks in public examinations. Offenders face imprisonment from five to ten years and significant fines. Investigations into leak cases must be completed within two months. Special fast-track courts will…

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'Why are PM Modi and Amit Shah silent?': Kharge attacks Centre over paper leak crisis as Rajya Sabha debates anti-paper leak Bill

The Rajya Sabha debated the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, after its Lok Sabha passage. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the bill as a sham, questioning its effectiveness. Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated the bill reflects constructive suggestions and protects students' futures. Amendments mandate investigations within two months and trials…

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Opposition walks out of Rajya Sabha over demand for Shah's statement on student protest crackdown

Opposition parties walked out of Rajya Sabha after their demand was declined. They sought a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police action. Students protesting the NEET exam leak faced alleged brutal force. The Chairman rejected their point of order and proceeded with listed business. Union Minister J P…

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School Assembly News Headlines, July 30, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

India's mobile phone exports have surged significantly over the past decade. A new bill passed in Lok Sabha aims to prevent exam paper leaks. The Rajya Sabha approved a bill criminalizing disrespect towards the national song Vande Mataram. International news includes FIFA's private equity plans and BMW's job cuts. Vaibhav…

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Opposition seeks Parliament debate on anti-defection law, Cauvery dispute

Opposition members submitted notices to suspend parliamentary proceedings on Wednesday. They aim to discuss electoral reforms and inter-state water disputes in both houses. Manish Tewari seeks a new anti-defection law to prevent opportunistic floor-crossing. Praveen Chakravarthy demands a discussion on a misleading reply about the Cauvery water dispute. This inconsistency…

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HDFC Bank, Axis Bank collect highest penalties from customers for non-maintenance of minimum average balance; Bank of Baroda tops public sector bank list

HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, and Bank of Baroda collected the most penalties for low balances. Public sector banks collected these charges from FY 2021-22 to FY 2025-26. Private sector banks collected penalties from FY 2022-23 to FY 2025-26. Most public sector banks have now withdrawn these charges for savings accounts.…

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No time bound promotion under MACP for these central government employees; govt clarifies in Rajya Sabha

Central government employees retired between 2006 and 2008 will not receive MACP benefits. The Modified Assured Career Progression scheme began on September 1, 2008. This means the scheme was not active during their service period. Employee bodies are now demanding more MACP promotions for Group C and B staff. They…

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NEET paper leak: RJD MP moves SC against use of 'excessive police force' on protesting students

Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha has moved the Supreme Court seeking FIRs and an SIT probe into alleged police brutality against students protesting the NEET paper leak. The apex court agreed to hear the matter on Tuesday, along with similar petitions alleging excessive force during protests held between July…

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CJP launches online fund for protestors' legal aid after NEET-UG paper leak agitation

The Cockroach Janta Party announced an online fund for legal assistance. This fund will support students and activists facing legal action. These individuals participated in protests concerning the NEET-UG paper leak. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal stated a website will launch soon. Citizens can contribute to this legal aid fund…

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Kapil Sibal slams Centre's handling of paper leak, mocks exam reform task force

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal criticised the Centre's handling of the NEET paper leak issue, accusing the Modi government of first denying the problem, cracking down on protesters and only later announcing exam reforms. His remarks came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a high-powered task force headed by Infosys…

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TMC's Sagarika Ghose seeks Rajya Sabha debate on force used against NEET protesters

TMC MP Sagarika Ghose seeks Rajya Sabha adjournment to discuss alleged excessive force against NEET protestors. She cited reports of pellet gun injuries and assaults on students during a peaceful demonstration. Ghose questioned the authorization and protocols for using such weapons by security forces. Delhi Police denied using pellet guns,…

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Ravneet Bittu resigns as Union MoS Railways after Rajya Sabha term ends

Ravneet Singh Bittu has officially stepped down as the Union Minister of State for Railways after completing his Rajya Sabha tenure on June 21. Having previously served as a Congress MP in the Lok Sabha across three terms, Bittu transitioned to the BJP in 2024 ahead of the General Election.

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Mamata Banerjee likely to join CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on Monday

Mamata Banerjee will join the Cokroach Janta Party protest at Jantar Mantar. She will express solidarity with students protesting the NEET paper leak issue. Earlier, Banerjee criticized the Centre's police action against CJP protesters near Parliament. She stated her readiness to visit Delhi and join the CJP protest if necessary.…

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