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31-member joint panel formed to examine FCRA Amendment Bill; BJP’s Sanjay Jaiswal named chairperson

A 31-member joint parliamentary committee will examine the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. BJP leader Sanjay Jaiswal chairs the panel, which includes members from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Opposition parties had previously protested the bill, alleging it targeted minorities and NGOs. The government rejected these claims and challenged…

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Shiv Sena MLC Kadu seeks resignation of MPSC chairman, secretary amid exam paper leak row

Shiv Sena MLC Bacchu Kadu demanded resignations from MPSC officials on moral grounds. This call follows the arrest of six individuals, including three MPSC officials, for an alleged paper leak. Kadu also sought a detailed inquiry into the appointment of key commission officials. Several past competitive examinations in Maharashtra have…

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PM appeals to opposition to support constitutional amendment Bill for women's reservation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged opposition parties to support the women's reservation bill. This legislation seeks to implement 33 percent reservation for women in legislatures. The bill requires a two-thirds majority for passage in the Lok Sabha. Previous attempts to pass the bill faced setbacks due to insufficient support. The…

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Ranchi protests: Shiv Sena targets Rahul Gandhi, questions 'silence' of some sections

The remarks come after police in Ranchi used water cannons, lobbed tear gas shells, and lathi-charged job aspirants as they breached barricades and attempted to reach the state assembly, protesting the alleged recruitment exam irregularities.

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SC adjourns Sena UBT plea challenging six MPs’ merger with Shinde Sena

The Supreme Court has adjourned a hearing on a Shiv Sena (UBT) plea by two weeks. This plea challenges the Lok Sabha Speaker's approval of six MPs merging with Eknath Shinde's faction. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued for interim relief, citing serious consequences of the Speaker's decision. The Speaker had…

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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…

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"Gen Z was provoked by the way you handled Education Ministry": Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut hits back at Dharmendra Pradhan's remarks

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday hit back at Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's remarks regarding Gen Z students protesting over NEET-UG paper leaks, rejecting claims that the youth were being misled and declaring that Gen Z was provoked by the management of the Education Ministry over repeated paper…

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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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Delhi protesters' fingerprints collected from stones for identification via Aadhaar: BJP minister

A Maharashtra minister stated Delhi Police collected protesters' fingerprints from stones. These prints will link to Aadhaar numbers for identification purposes. The CJP protest in Delhi involved clashes and stone-pelting incidents. Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut mocked the minister's scientific claims. Police are creating a database of individuals with criminal…

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'Waste-guna-huiya' meaning explained: Viral Gen Z gesture used during Parliament's paper leak debate

Parliamentarians incorporated popular Gen Z expressions during a debate on examination reforms. BJP leaders utilized terms like 'clock it' and 'delulu' to critique the opposition. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Lata Eknath Shinde described the opposition as 'MIA' and experiencing 'FOMO'. Congress MP Deepender Hooda mentioned students using the viral phrase…

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Devendra Fadnavis dismisses buzz about shift to national politics, says he is very much in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis denied national politics speculation. He stated his work remains focused on Mumbai and the state. Fadnavis addressed the NEET paper leak, calling it a national concern. He mentioned the upcoming Public Examinations Bill in Lok Sabha. The Chief Minister also criticized Uddhav Thackeray's recent statements.

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Uddhav Thackeray hails CJP protests, says 'votes can be stolen, not people'

Students' nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak were hailed by Uddhav Thackeray. He stated this agitation marked the beginning of a larger fight against the BJP. The youth gathered to celebrate the Union Education Minister's resignation after 36 days. Uddhav Thackeray urged the youth to maintain their momentum and…

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Tiranga march will be non-political, with no slogans hailing leaders: Raj Thackeray

Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS will jointly organize a non-political Tiranga march on July 26. This march aims to condemn government actions and support students protesting NEET examination irregularities. Raj Thackeray emphasized the march's focus on students and condemning government conduct. Uddhav Thackeray stated protesters hold tricolours against government batons.

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Will ensure he 'stays' in Maharashtra: Fadnavis's wife on political buzz

Amruta Fadnavis wishes her husband Devendra Fadnavis to stay in Maharashtra. She stated protests are justified if focused on the paper leak issue. The government is taking corrective measures to prevent future paper leaks. She welcomed the proposed joint protest by Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray. Violence against students or…

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Maharashtra TET paper leak: Main accused Bijendra Kumar Gupta arrested in Bihar

Bijendra Kumar Gupta, the main accused in the Maharashtra TET paper leak case, was apprehended. Bhiwandi Police arrested Gupta from Bihar on Saturday, officials confirmed. Gupta has now been brought to Pune Airport for further legal proceedings. He will subsequently be taken to Pune for continued investigation. Police identified Gupta…

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Shiv Sena (UBT) leads massive protest in Mumbai to press for Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

Thousands of Shiv Sena (UBT) supporters gathered in Mumbai demanding the Education Minister's resignation. Protesters held tricolors and placards during the 'Tiranga Morcha' at Shivaji Park. Leaders stated the government has lathis, but protesters possess national flags. The agitation occurred amid ongoing national protests concerning exam irregularities and paper leaks.…

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SC asks states, UTs to consider raising retirement age of judicial officers from 60 to 61 years

The Supreme Court has asked states and union territories to consider raising judicial officers' retirement age. This directive suggests a potential increase from 60 to 61 years for these officers. States and union territories must consult their respective high courts on this matter. A decision is expected to be implemented…

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Uddhav Thackeray bats for opposition dialogue as AAP accuses Congress of suppressing CJP protest

Uddhav Thackeray stated opposition parties must talk to each other and the protesting students. He supported the youth's agitation and criticised the government's lack of engagement. Thackeray recalled past instances of government dialogue with protesters. He condemned police action against students, including women and young girls. The Shiv Sena (UBT)…

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Bhojshala row: SC to hear Muslim side's plea over alternate namaz site, seeks response of MP

A plea regarding a different namaz site is on the Supreme Court's agenda, as Muslim petitioners argue that the proposed location is too distant from the Bhojshala complex. The court has instructed the government to explore alternatives near the controversial complex. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta has committed to a thorough…

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SC agrees to hear Shiv Sena (UBT) plea against merger of 6 MPs with Shinde-led Shiv Sena

In a significant development, the Supreme Court will deliberate on a challenge to the Lok Sabha Speaker's endorsement of a merger between six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs and Eknath Shinde's group. This ruling was made right before the commencement of the Monsoon session. Shiv Sena (UBT) argues for the disqualification…

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Mumbai sees 2nd day of pro-CJP protests; Raj slams govt, Sena (UBT) to give legal aid to activists

Mumbai witnessed opposition protests for a second day supporting the Cockroach Janta Party. Thousands marched to Parliament demanding Minister Pradhan's resignation over the NEET exam. Police used force to disperse demonstrators, leading to clashes and stone pelting. Raj Thackeray criticized the government's actions, calling it mentally unstable. Shiv Sena (UBT)…

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Rahul Gandhi, opposition MPs meet Birla; seek discussion on 'brutality' unleashed on students

Opposition MPs met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking a discussion on student issues. They demanded accountability from the government regarding the examination crisis. Rahul Gandhi stated Parliament must discuss the youth's future and their concerns. Protests over the NEET paper leak issue had previously stalled parliamentary proceedings.

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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…

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Om Birla clears merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs with Shinde-led Sena

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla approved the merger of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs. These parliamentarians now formally join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in the Lok Sabha. This development strengthens the Shinde faction's presence in the Lower House. It marks another setback for the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT).…

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Friends to foes, controversial bills, agitation at its door: Parliament braces for stormy Monsoon session

Parliament's Monsoon Session begins Monday amid expectations of a stormy showdown, with the government pushing key bills, including a renewed Constitution Amendment Bill on women's reservation and delimitation.

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