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Eggs thrown at TMC MP Mahua Moitra during 'BJP protest' in Bengal's Nadia

During a party meeting, TMC MP Mahua Moitra was targeted by alleged BJP supporters who hurled eggs and waved black flags as she left the venue. Moitra highlighted the presence of police during the incident, referencing a recent Supreme Court remark about overcoming obstacles. This event follows a similar protest…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Congress names Sibamoni Bora as candidate for Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved Sibamoni Bora as the party candidate. She will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election from Assam's Nagaon constituency. The Nagaon seat became vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi moved to the Assam Assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party named Debashis Sarma as its candidate for this by-election. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Rebel TMC MP Basunia claims 17 of 20 NCPI MPs to join BJP; fellow rebels, ruling party deny

A rebel TMC MP claims seventeen MPs will join the BJP soon. Fellow rebel MPs dispute this assertion and deny any such decision. The West Bengal BJP unit states they will not accept just anyone wanting to join. Twenty Lok Sabha members had previously joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

TMC's Saket Gokhale questions NCPI credentials, flags 84-day silence of EC on RTIs

Trinamool Congress leader Saket Gokhale questioned the Election Commission's 84-day delay in responding to his RTI query. He sought details about the Nationalist Citizens Party of India and its credentials. Gokhale also inquired about 20 sitting TMC MPs claiming to have joined this party. The Lok Sabha Secretariat also failed…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Too early to say whether Rahul Gandhi will be projected as 2029 PM face: Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan; harps on Opposition unity

Prithviraj Chavan underscored that naming Rahul Gandhi as the opposition's prime ministerial candidate is premature. He highlighted the necessity of unifying regional parties to prevent vote fragmentation. Chavan is optimistic about the DMK rejoining the INDIA bloc and stressed the importance of bolstering the organizational strength of Congress while engaging…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

TVK, Congress join hands under new banner as Vijay-led bloc gets ‘Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance’ tag

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led ruling alliance has been named the “Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance” after a coordination meeting chaired by party founder and Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay in Chennai. Congress, VCK, MDMK and IUML leaders attended the meeting, while CPI and CPI(M) stayed away.

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Women have always been change-makers in India's history: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla acknowledged women's historical change-making roles in India. He noted their significant contributions to the nation's institutions and traditions. Women have achieved unprecedented success and leadership across many different fields today. Birla emphasized the importance of empowering women and building their leadership capabilities. Capacity-building workshops are…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Rahul Gandhi will lead INDIA bloc in 2029 polls, says K C Venugopal amid 'Vijay for PM' chant by TVK

Rahul Gandhi will lead the INDIA alliance in the upcoming 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Senior Congress leader K C Venugopal confirmed Gandhi as the bloc's prime ministerial face. He dismissed reports suggesting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for the top post. Venugopal highlighted Gandhi's widespread appeal and focus…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Not just in legislature, rare to see women in corner offices of PSUs too

Women account for less than 10% of employees in India’s central public sector enterprises, with representation particularly weak in supervisory roles. Experts blame structural barriers, male-dominated sectors, childcare responsibilities, workplace conditions and recruitment practices, calling for reforms to hiring, promotion and retention.

The Economic Times · Sep 6

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…

The Economic Times · Sep 3