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'Official' Trinamool rejects rebel MLAs' move to back expelled leader Ritabrata for LoP post

A political rift has emerged within the Trinamool Congress legislative party. A group of dissident MLAs has backed expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee for the post of Leader of Opposition. This move challenges the party's official decision to appoint Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay. The development has created a split within the legislative party,…

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Experts question EC demand that Rahul Gandhi file statement under oath

The Election Commission of India’s (ECI) response to allegations of voter manipulation has been consistent – denial and seeking statements under oath from those raising the allegations. Days after asking Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi to prove the charges through a declaration under oath, the ECI has…

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'A Lifeline Cut': Texas Nonprofit Ordered to Halt Migrant Legal Programs After 20 Years

Estrella del Paso has been ordered to terminate its counseling services, raising concerns over due process for migrants in detention.

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'Disrespectful, discourteous': Rahul Gandhi on CEC appointment; Details here...

The Government appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the new CEC, to succeed Rajiv Kumar on Monday February 17. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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Haryana Polls: Ex-Lok Sabha MP Ashok Tanwar joins Congress again

Ex-Haryana Congress Chief Tanwar returned to party in the presence of LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Ex-Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda in Mahendergarh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"BJP govt intends to snatch Agniveers pension": LoP Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi said that farmers of Haryana will be given guaranteed MSP and that women in the state will be given Rs 2000 under the Mahila Shakti Yojana. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rahul Gandhi In Lok Sabha: Calls for urgent mapping of landslide prone areas

Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi are expected to visit Wayanad where massive landslides have claimed more than 70 lives so far. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Lotus-shaped Chakravyuh has trapped India": LoP Rahul Gandhi on Union Budget

Drawing parallels from the Mahabharata, the Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday attacked the Bharatiya Janata Party over the Union Budget. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UP: SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav announces Mata Prasad Pandey as LoP in State Assembly

The Samajwadi Party Supremo Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday announced the name of Mata Prasad Pandey as Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rajya Sabha: Oppn stages walkout during PM's reply; Dhankhar says 'they outraged Constitution'

Dhankhar said that they have "outraged the spirit of the Constitution, and disregarded the oath they took". Read further on Dynamite News:

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LS adjourned as opposition pushes for discussion on NEET, Rahul Gandhi leads charge

Following the paper leak controversy around the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) for medical undergraduates and the cancellation of UGC-NET due to "lack of integrity," the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, demanded a discussion on NEET in Parliament, adding that the discussion must happen "respectfully." Read…

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LoP in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, other opposition leaders meet LS Speaker

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi along with other opposition leaders met Speaker Om Birla in his chamber in Parliament on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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In Chandrapur, Congress struggles to unite amidst leadership tensions

Congress announces Pratibha Dhanorkar as Chandrapur Lok Sabha candidate amid fierce intra-party battle in Maharashtra.

The Hindu

Mamata stable after fall; doctor issues clarification

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee stable after injury, doctors clarify fall was due to sensation of push. Political controversy ensues.

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West Bengal: LoP Suvendu Adhikari writes to governor on TMC leader Akhil Giri's 'scandalous' remarks

KOLKATA/KANTHI: Leader of opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Monday wrote to governor C V Ananda Bose, urging strong action against minister of state for correctional homes Akhil Giri for “badmouthing” persons holding high constitutional offices, including the President.

The Hindu

Nehru’s outlook was inclusive, took Opposition along: Mallikarjun Kharge

Recalling Nehru's contribution to Indian democracy, Kharge hit out at govt over unemployment & ethnic violence in Manipur. He asked govt what it achieved by shifting proceedings to new building & slammed PM Modi for not visiting violence-hit Manipur & not listening to Opposition. He also expressed concern over passage…

The Hindu

Eye on EBC votes, BJP nominates Hari Sahni as LoP in Bihar Legislative Council

BJP nominates Hari Sahni, an EBC leader, as LoP in Bihar Legislative Council. Move seen as attempt to woo EBCs, who constitute 30% of electorate, and send message to smaller parties. Samrat Choudhary, OBC leader, appointed state party president in March 2023. BJP wants to show it has own base…

The Hindu

Congress’ choice of new Maharashtra LoP forefronts factionalism in party’s State unit

Read The Hindu’s analysis following former Minister Vijay Wadettiwar appointment as the new Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly

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Maharashtra Congress announces LoP

Congress appoints Vijay Wadettiwar as LoP in Maharashtra Assembly. He replaces NCP's Ajit Pawar. High command approves his name. Balasaheb Thorat to continue as CLP leader. Congress waited for NCP crisis to settle before taking call.

The Hindu

On same day, PM links Opposition to terrorists, HM seeks their cooperation on Manipur: Kharge

Congress LoP Kharge says there's "world of difference" between sentiments expressed in Home Minister's letter & actions taken by govt. PM Modi equated Opposition with terror groups & Home Minister wrote emotional letter expecting positive response. Kharge urges PM to give statement in House.

The Hindu

No step-motherly treatment to Opposition during monsoon session, assures CM Shinde

MVA boycotts tea party hosted by CM Shinde; CM says govt will do justice to Oppn’s questions. Despite ruling alliance having more than 210 MLAs, CM assures Oppn won’t receive step-motherly treatment.

The Hindu

Of ‘adjustment politics’ and race for LoP post

CM Siddaramaiah denies indulging in "adjustment politics" since 1983, says he will quit politics if charge is proved. BJP leader Yatnal claims Congress has failed to implement manifesto, CM retorts, "adjustment politics is not my politics".

The Times of India

Congress single largest opposition party, to send LoP to Maharashtra assembly: Nana Patole

THANE: Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole, Friday clarified that the post of Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly belonged to his party which now has the highest number of leaders among the coalition partners.

The Times of India

BJP observers to arrive late Monday night in Karnataka, former CM Basavaraj Bommai to be interim leader till LOP is finalised

BENGALURU: The BJP central observers-- Vinod Tawade and union minister Mansukh Mandviya-- are expected to arrive on late Monday night to elicit the responses of BJP MLAs on who should be the face of the legislature party in the Karnataka assembly.

The Hindu

NCP appoints Jitendra Awhad as LoP in Maharashtra Assembly; 36 of 53 MLAs with Ajit Pawar, says aide

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) appointed Jitendra Awhad as Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Maharashtra Assembly after incumbent LoP Ajit Pawar joined the Eknath Shinde government as deputy chief minister on July 2.

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