Lok Sabha
Surprise Move: CPI Asserts Claim to Wayanad Seat, Nominates Annie Raja
In the announcement of candidates, Binoy Viswam, the Kerala CPI state Secretary, raised questions regarding Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Wayanad, suggesting that the Congress should clarify why Gandhi is choosing to contest from Kerala rather than from northern India.
Political Shift: BSP MP Ritesh Pandey Switches Allegiance, Joins BJP
In his formal resignation letter addressed to BSP President Mayawati, Pandey expressed his disillusionment with the party, citing a lack of engagement and communication from the leadership. He emphasized that despite his efforts to connect with Mayawati and other senior party members, his attempts remained unanswered, leading him to believe that his services were no longer valued within the party.
Congress Leader Reports Phone Conversation Between Kamal Nath and Rahul Gandhi
Verma revealed during a press interaction that during his visit to Kamal Nath's residence in Delhi, he observed the former CM reviewing a list of potential candidates for the 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh.
Government Open to Discussion on Every Issue Ahead of Budget Session
The Budget session, the last for the 17th Lok Sabha, is scheduled to begin on Wednesday and conclude on February 9.
Constitution’s three pillars have their limitations, should try to work within those limits, says Om Birla
Birla stated that the judiciary has the right to review laws, but a strong legislative pillar can prevent unnecessary interference.
Vasundhara Raje Absent from BJP Meeting on Lok Sabha Polls
The meeting saw the presence of key figures, including Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, state unit BJP president C.P. Joshi, Rajasthan in-charge Arun Singh, and Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Arjun Ram Meghwal.
Lok Sabha Revokes Afzal Ansari's Disqualification Following SC Order, But Attendance in House Restricted
Back in December of the previous year, the apex court, while suspending Ansari's sentence, outlined specific conditions.
To achieve its 20-plus target in northeast, BJP to go all out in Assam
In Assam, the BJP secured nine of the fourteen seats in the general elections of 2019. AIUDF president Badruddin Ajmal defeated the party in Dhubri, and the Congress won three seats -- Nagaon, Kaliabor and Barpeta.
Congress Leads in Kerala Polls, with CPM-Led LDF Trailing; BJP Trails Behind at Third Place
Despite BJP claims of potential gains, the 2019 statistics paint a challenging picture, with the BJP-led NDA securing only a 15.64% vote share, finishing third. In contrast, the UDF won 47.48% of votes and 19 seats, while the LDF secured 36.29% votes and one seat.
Lok Sabha Approves Bill Regarding the Appointment of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs)
The key provisions of the bill include the formation of a three-member selection committee, consisting of the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition, and a Cabinet Minister, for the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and two Election Commissioners (ECs). This committee will play a crucial role in the appointment process.
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