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FIR can now be lodged against Justice Yashwant Varma: Legal experts

A panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery allegations at his residence. Legal experts believe an FIR can now be lodged against the former judge. However, some experts feel impeachment proceedings are now moot due to his resignation. The committee's report stated charges of unexplained cash and evasive…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Parliament Monsoon Session: Govt offers to hold debate on student protests, opposition rejects proposal

The government proposed a two-day debate on student protests and NEET paper leaks. Opposition leaders rejected Home Minister Amit Shah's offer for discussion. Rahul Gandhi demanded the Home Minister's resignation over alleged police action. The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day amid continued protests. The government expressed frustration over…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Charges against Justice Yashwant Varma 'are proved': Lok Sabha probe panel on cash discovery

A Lok Sabha panel found Justice Yashwant Varma guilty of cash discovery charges. The committee stated he failed to provide satisfactory explanations for the money. Evidence was not properly secured or preserved during the investigation. Justice Varma resigned after nearly 200 MPs pressed for his removal. His resignation has not…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

"Let voice of people be heard...": Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla makes emotional appeal to Parliament floor leaders

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged political parties to cooperate for smooth House functioning. He emphasised hearing the voice of the people and discussing key bills. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of stalling parliamentary proceedings. The government is ready for a detailed debate on student movements and activities.…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

K C Venugopal writes to LS Speaker urging Amit Shah statement on police action on students

Congress MP K C Venugopal has urged the Lok Sabha Speaker to demand a statement. He wants Home Minister Amit Shah to address police brutalities against protesting students. Venugopal cited the Home Minister's responsibility for Delhi Police actions. He emphasized the constitutional mandate for executive accountability to Parliament. The opposition…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Govt offers Lok Sabha debate on student protests, Shah to reply; House adjourned amid din

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju offered a Lok Sabha discussion on student protests. Home Minister Amit Shah will respond to the debate, and the opposition was urged to participate. The Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, was then passed without any debate. Opposition MPs continued sloganeering throughout the proceedings in the House.…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

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…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Congress demands SC judge-led probe into alleged Ram Mandir donation theft

Congress MP KC Venugopal demanded a Lok Sabha discussion on Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation embezzlement. He alleged an organized racket within the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. Venugopal called for a Supreme Court judge-supervised independent inquiry into the matter. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge also urged Prime Minister Modi to…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

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 · Aug 9

National Green Tribunal must make public report of panel that reviewed approvals for Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh requested the National Green Tribunal to release a crucial project review report. He also highlighted the upcoming Tribunal Reforms Bill scheduled for Lok Sabha discussion. This bill aims to establish a National Tribunals Commission for appointments. The proposed commission will oversee selections for various judicial tribunals.…

The Economic Times · Aug 9