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Over 47 hrs lost in RS due to interruptions; 4 govt bills passed
The House had 16 sittings. However, more than 47 hours were lost due to interruptions, "which is a sad reflection on the functioning of the Upper House of Parliament", "The session was characterised by regular and continuous disruptions, which deprived members of the opportunity to discuss matters of urgent public importance and seek the accountability of the executive through questions," he said. Of the 235 starred questions admitted, only 61 could be answered orally, and the Question Hour could not be taken up on 7 days.
People in no mood to accept family-based parties: Amit Shah
Launching the Odisha Chapter of "Modi@20" book, Shah said dynasty, appeasement and corruption had plagued the politics of this country as well as eroded all democratic values after 1960s."However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has done the biggest work by eliminating nepotism from democracy. All the family-based parties used to move forward considering nepotism as their capital. But PM Modi replaced the politics of nepotism with politics of performances," said Shah.
Two lawyers write to AG seeking contempt against Kapil Sibal over remarks on SC
In a letter to the AG, advocate Vineet Jindal said "Mr. Kapil Sibal... has directly made allegations with intent to disgrace and scandalise the sitting judges of the highest court, the Supreme Court, of our country. The statements by Mr. Sibal has scandalized the judgments passed by the Supreme Court judges and accused the judges for being corrupt."
Nitish Kumar foiled BJP's 'Eknath Shinde plan' in Bihar: JD-U leader
The claim by a party leader, who was speaking on the condition of anonymity, came a day after JD-U national President Lalan Singh said that Nitish Kumar and the JD-U was targeted with the "Chirag model" during the 2020 Assembly election and as a result, the party only secured 43 seats. The reference was to how the Lok Janshakti Party of Chirag Paswan fought elections outside the NDA, but only in the seats that the JD-U was contesting.
Maharashtra cabinet expansion likely on Tuesday, hints CM Shinde
Shinde gave indications to the effect in Nanded where he is on a tour on Monday, saying that "you will come to know soon" and the names of the ministers shall be finalised by latter this night or Tuesday. More ministers may be inducted Tuesday - a day ahead of the Monsoon Session of Maharashtra Legislature which is expected to start from Wednesday.
'Attack on states' authority': Punjab CM opposes Electricity Amendment Bill
"Through such nefarious designs, the Union government is weakening the foundations of the federal structure," he said. Mann said this is another attempt made by the Centre to undermine the authority of the states, and categorically said the Union government should not consider the states as puppets. States will not sit silently against this attempt of the Centre to dilute the federal spirit of democracy, he added.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor objects to AAP's tweet dragging his name into excise policy row
According to a source, the L-G cited two "brazenly mischievous, misleading and defamatory tweets" by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) that used his name in the row over alleged irregularities in the Excise Policy 2021-22. However, after his objection, the tweet was removed later. "The words 'LG' instead of 'Ex LG' & use of my picture have been deliberately done to misrepresent facts to mislead people," objected the L-G in his complaint, said the source.
As change looms large in Bihar, Tejashwi's 'Rudrabhishek' draws inferences
Reacting on the present political development of Bihar, Shivanand Tiwari, the vice president of RJD told IANS: "It is a good indication not only for the RJD but for the people of the entire state if CM Nitish Kumar forms a new government with the support of Mahagathbandhan. Now, it's up to Nitish Kumar to take the decision. We have to wait for the move of Nitish Kumar. His moves will decide the fate of Bihar and Bihari people."
Noida Police declares Rs 25,000 bounty on Shrikant Tyagi
According to sources, an intense operation to nab the absconding accused is currently underway and multiple teams of the Noida Police are currently working in coordination to zero in on his location. Sources told IANS that Tyagi's last location was traced in Uttarakhand between Haridwar and Rishikesh and multiple police teams went there but still he was not found.
Nitish will not be able to complete his 5 yr-term: Chirag Paswan
"At present, no one knows what's in store for Bihar. Even if Nitish Kumar manages to secure his seat after negotiating with the Mahagathbandhan leaders, still, he would not be able to complete his tenure till 2025. The leaders of Mahagathbandhan are over ambitious which would lead to mid term Assembly elections," Paswan asserted.
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