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'This victory is just a trailer': Stalin reacts to Constitution Amendment Bill's defeat in Lok Sabha

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin celebrated the defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, calling it a victory for the state. He stated that Tamil Nadu fought for fairness in the delimitation process, not against it, and vowed to continue standing united against challenges to the state's rights and federal spirit.

17 Apr 2026 9:45 pm
Women's reservation bill fails floor test in Lok Sabha as NDA falls short of two-thirds majority

The Women's Reservation Bill was defeated in the Lok Sabha, failing to achieve the necessary two-thirds majority after intense debate. The ruling NDA fell short of the required numbers, leading to sharp exchanges where the Opposition was labelled 'anti-women' and the bill 'anti-national'.

17 Apr 2026 7:44 pm
'We will not allow north-south divide': Amit Shah counters opposition on delimitation

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized the Opposition's stance on the Women's Reservation Bill and delimitation, accusing them of promoting a divisive North-South narrative. He asserted that delimitation would ensure fair representation for all states, including southern ones, and refuted claims of any loss in their parliamentary seats.

17 Apr 2026 7:10 pm
Will defeat Delimitation Bill in Lok Sabha: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge

INDIA bloc MPs are set to oppose and defeat the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill and the Delimitation Bill in the Lok Sabha. Opposition parties fear the delimitation process, based on the 2011 census, will reduce southern states' representation and demolish opposition parties. They question the bundling of these bills with women's reservation.

17 Apr 2026 2:45 pm
Jacqueline Fernandez seeks to turn approver in Rs 200 crore Sukesh Chandrashekhar case

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has filed a plea to become an approver in the Rs 200 crore money-laundering case involving Sukesh Chandrashekhar. The Enforcement Directorate is investigating the alleged extortion racket. Fernandez, who has been questioned previously, has now expressed her willingness to cooperate with the agency by turning approver in the high-profile case.

17 Apr 2026 2:17 pm
'Why only professors, put judges too on election duty': HC slams EC

Panel Draws Fire For Failure To Present Notification On Poll Officers

17 Apr 2026 2:33 am
'Political demonetisation': Tharoor slams Centre for linking womens reservation with delimitation

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor urged the government to implement women's reservation immediately, separate from the delimitation process. He argued that delimitation requires extensive discussion, unlike the reservation bill which the opposition fully supports. Tharoor cautioned against a rushed approach, likening it to 'political demonetisation' and advocating for broader consultation.

16 Apr 2026 8:58 pm
The South after delimitation: What the maths shows from Tamil Nadu to Andhra

Parliament buzzed with debate over India's representational future as the delimitation exercise and Women's Reservation Bill took center stage. Prime Minister Modi and home minister Shah assured southern states no injustice would occur, projecting increased seats and influence. Maths indicate a marginal shift in overall share despite seat increases for Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.

16 Apr 2026 8:43 pm
'Chanakya would have been shocked': Priyanka's remarks draws reaction from Amit Shah - watch

Backing the idea of reserving seats for women legislators, Priyanka said her party was not opposing womens representation itself, but questioning what she described as the political intent behind the timing and framing of the bill. She argued that the ruling NDA was using the measure as an electoral strategy rather than as a purely reform-driven step.

16 Apr 2026 6:46 pm