Parliament adjourned sine die; Lok Sabha productivity at 93%, says Om Birla
Day after, opposition hopes it has been able to dent BJPs invincibility
Defeat of bill victory for nation: Priyanka Gandhi
PM Modi flays Opposition for women's quota bill defeat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly criticized opposition parties for the defeat of a bill aimed at fast-tracking women's reservation. He held the Congress, DMK, Trinamool Congress, and Samajwadi Party responsible for this outcome. Modi assured that women's reservation would eventually be implemented. He stated that parties opposing the legislation would face consequences from women voters.
Congress stance on womens bill reflects feudal mindset: BJP
NDA looks to spin Lok Sabha defeat into win with women voters
Not card but code: Identity in terror-scarred Pahalgam goes QR
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PM Modi slams opposition, apologises to women for bills defeat
BJPs Dilip Ghosh waves UP playbook, warns of bulldozers
PM Modi, Amit Shah want to rule Tami Nadu from Delhi: Rahul Gandhi
PM Modi: Women must teach DMK-Congress a lesson on polling day
Kanyakumari bucks Dravidian trend with Congress-BJP contest
Court seeks Sonia Gandhis reply in voter list case, next hearing on May 16
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that political parties opposing the women's reservation bill will face consequences. He urged Union ministers to highlight the opposition's stance as anti-women to the public. The bill did not secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. The government remains committed to implementing women's reservation by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
'Crocodile tears', 'election speech': Opposition's barbs at PM's address to nation
Opposition leaders have strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent national address. They labeled it politically motivated and a breach of democratic conventions, especially given ongoing state elections. Leaders suggested the speech should be counted as a BJP campaign expense due to its partisan nature. They argued the address lacked substance and was an attempt to deflect from government failures.
Bihar's new Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary is emphasizing continuity in governance. He has directed officials towards zero tolerance for corruption and efficient service delivery. Choudhary is also engaging in public outreach through a Janata Darbar. He is reaching out to senior leaders and plans cabinet expansion soon. Departmental reviews are also on the agenda.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Opposition leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy united in their criticism of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill's defeat. They expressed concern that blocking the bill would reduce southern states' representation and delay women's reservation. Both leaders believe this outcome denies justice and penalizes states that practice family planning.
Punjab's Bhagwant Mann government has started a pilot of its Mukhymantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana. This scheme offers monthly cash support to women. Registration began on April 15 for nine constituencies. Eligible women will receive 1,000 monthly, with SC women getting 1,500. Transfers begin in July. The government aims to register 90 lakh women.
The BJP has strongly criticized the Congress party. This follows the failure of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. The bill aimed to provide 33% reservation for women in legislatures. BJP leaders accused the Congress of betraying women and blocking their political rights. The government expressed disappointment but vowed to continue the fight for women's representation.
Wome's reservation amendment bill 2026 row: Opposition parties assert their support for the 2023 Women's Reservation Act. They claim their concern is with the delimitation process, not the reservation itself. Leaders state the entire opposition will back the law's implementation. They accuse the government of using the issue for political gain and question the delay in enacting the legislation.
Women's Reservation Bill letter in Vasundhara Rajes name goes viral; she calls it fake
A purported letter in Vasundhara Rajes name criticising the BJPs stance on issues including the Womens Reservation Bill went viral on social media, triggering reactions. Raje dismissed it as fake, calling it the work of mischief makers. She reiterated support for PM Modi and said efforts on womens representation are being widely welcomed.
Iran envoy says US backtracked on agreed 10-point plan, stalling peace talks
Iran's Supreme Leader representative in India, Abdul Majeed Hakeem Ilahi, stated that recent Iran-US peace talks failed after Washington allegedly deviated from an agreed-upon 10-point plan. Ilahi claimed the US initially accepted the proposal but shifted its demands during negotiations in Pakistan, leading to the breakdown.
Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMKs D Jayakumar eyes comeback in Royapuram after DMK wrested seat in 2021
'Congress-abuse address': Jairam Ramesh hits out at PM Modi
Congress hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, calling it a 'distress address'. The party challenged the PM to bring a bill in Parliament to implement women's reservation immediately within the existing Lok Sabha setup. Congress accused the government of deceitful attempts regarding women's reservation and delimitation proposals. The party highlighted its consistent stand on immediate implementation.
Govt to release 5,653 cr Rythu Bharosa benefit to Telangana farmers on April 20
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will release Rs 5,653 crore into the accounts of 45,11,947 farmers as part of the second phase of Rythu Bharosa crop input financial assistance in Jayashankar-Bhupalapalli district on Monday, April 20. The amount will be disbursed to farmers who have not yet received the amount for the Rabi Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Allahabad court restrains FIR order against Rahul Gandhi
The Allahabad High Court has paused an order for an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This is regarding allegations of dual citizenship. The court will now decide if prior notice was legally necessary. The bench previously found prima facie cognisable offences. It will examine legal requirements before issuing any directions. The matter is scheduled for April 20.
Congress calls defeat of women's quota bill 'victory for democracy', accuses Centre of flip-flop
The Congress party has accused the central government of attempting to change the federal structure through the women's reservation bill. They declared the bill's defeat in the Lok Sabha a victory for democracy. The party supports immediate implementation of the Women's Reservation Act, 2023. They claim the government's actions were for political gain and to permanently stay in power.
Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said opposition parties had mercilessly crushed the dreams of women by not allowing the womens reservation bill to pass in Parliament despite the governments best efforts. In an address to the nation, a day after a bill to implement womens reservation in legislatures was defeated in the Lok Sabha, Modi said the self-serving politics of parties like the Congress, the DMK, the TMC, and the Samajwadi Party has come at [] The post Opposition Crushed Womens Dreams By Blocking Quota Bill: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi apologized to Indian women after the Lok Sabha rejected the 33% reservation bill. He stated that the aspirations of women were curtailed and their dreams were shattered. Modi accused opposition parties of selfish politics and celebrating the bill's defeat. He warned of political consequences for those who opposed the measure.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan undergoes surgical procedure
He has been asked to rest for 710 days, with longer recovery care recommended.
Fight for empowering women stalled due to selfish politics of oppn: PM Modi
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has apologized to women across India. The Lok Sabha rejected a proposal for 33% reservation for women in Parliament. The Prime Minister blamed opposition parties for blocking the bill. This setback impacts women's empowerment efforts. The government aimed for implementation by the 2029 General Elections. Concerns were raised by some southern states regarding population-linked delimitation.
One year after the Pahalgam attack, Activist Tasleema Akhter calls tragedy an `unhealed wound'
LIVE : PM Narendra Modi addresses public meeting in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Samrat Choudhary govt in Bihar to face trust vote on April 24
Bihar's new NDA government, headed by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, will seek a vote of confidence in the Assembly on April 24. This one-day session precedes the monsoon session. Choudhary took oath as the 24th chief minister on April 15, succeeding Nitish Kumar. Kumar resigned to take up central responsibilities after becoming a Rajya Sabha member.
Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated: Priyanka Gandhi on women's quota row
Addressing a press conference here, the Congress general secretary underlined that the opposition was not against reservation for women and would support the Women's Reservation Act, 2023, if the government sought to implement it on the current strength of the Lok Sabha.
Delhi CM Gupta reviews Phase 4 construction work at RK Ashram Marg
Morbis ceramic industry restarts on expensive PNG; units raise prices by 40%
While supply constraints appear to have eased, pricing remains a major pain point for manufacturers
Allahabad high court stays FIR order against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case
The Allahabad high court has temporarily halted its order for an FIR against Rahul Gandhi concerning alleged dual citizenship. The court emphasized the need to hear the accused before any decision. This follows an earlier directive to register a case based on claims of concealed British citizenship during company incorporation. The probe's transfer to a central agency was also permitted.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami attends Char Dham Yatra 2026 inauguration, flags off pilgrim Buses in Rishikesh
On the occasion, he flagged off buses carrying pilgrims to the Char Dham shrines and also inspected a free medical camp set up for devotees.
NDA to push for women's reservation through public awareness: AP CM Naidu
The NDA will champion women's reservation in legislative bodies through public awareness campaigns. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu highlighted past attempts and accused opposition parties of obstructing progress. The government is also focused on waste management and increasing green cover in Andhra Pradesh. Plans are underway to convert waste into usable materials and generate electricity.
Even if there are 543 or 850 seats, BJP will win: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Delimitation
Speaking with the reporters outside the Parliament, Joshi said that the Centre delinked the census from delimitation to ensure women's reservation and increase the overall seats in the Parliament.
Nashik Case: 'There Was No POSH Complaint, Probe Initiated,' Says TCS
TCS Nashik faces scrutiny over harassment and conversion allegations; internal and police probes intensify.
Aligned with the PM Gati Shakti plan, the projects aim to improve connectivity, boost freight movement, support industrial growth, and reduce logistics costs while cutting carbon emissions.
Telangana CM seeks Bayyaram steel plant, EV battery hub from Centre
During meetings in New Delhi, Revanth Reddy highlighted the projects as key to addressing steel demand, boosting industrial growth, and supporting the Telangana Rising 2047 vision
BJP defeated by its own intentions, not Opposition: Telangana CM
New Delhi: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said on Saturday, April 18, the defeat of the Constitution Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha was not a political setback for the BJP but a rejection of its intentions, alleging the ruling party used womens reservation as a cover to pursue a larger design of changing the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Andhra CM announces 40,000 per acre lease under Amaravati Phase II land pooling
Over 34,983 acres have been pooled from more than 31,000 farmers so far, with plans to expand further to support infrastructure projects like roads, railways, and a sports city
Chandrababu Naidu calls womens reservation bill defeat unpardonable crime
Addressing an NDA rally, he accused the Congress of blocking the bill for political reasons and undermining womens confidence
Womens reservation bill row: BJP, opposition clash as amendment fails
While the government accused the Opposition of betraying women, opposition parties argued they support reservation but oppose linking it with delimitation
Sonia Gandhi's electoral list matter: Court asks counsel to file written submissions within a week
A Delhi court is hearing a revision petition challenging a magistrate's order refusing to register an FIR against Sonia Gandhi. The complainant alleges Gandhi was included in the electoral roll in 1980 without being an Indian citizen, becoming one only in 1983. The court has asked for written submissions and listed the matter for May 16.
He is expected to address and engage with nearly 1.5 million Indian-origin Tamils living in Sri Lanka
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address nation at 8.30pm
BJP's downfall has begun: Mamata on NDA failing to pass bill to give women quota from 2029
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared the BJP's downfall has commenced. She stated the party's defeat is evident after the failure to pass a Constitution amendment bill for women's reservation in legislatures. Banerjee asserted the BJP is in power only with allies' support. She warned those working for the BJP that its time in power is limited.
Former Bihar BJP leader R K Singh to launch his own party
Former bureaucrat R K Singh is launching a new political party. The party will focus on national and public interest. It aims to unite honest, educated, and caste-free individuals. Bihar politics will be the primary focus. Singh previously served as a Union minister. He left the BJP after being suspended.
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Coimbatore for election campaigning. Nagendran criticized the ruling DMK and Congress alliance, alleging confusion and lack of support from national Congress leaders. He also accused the state government of misrepresenting central welfare schemes and opposing women's reservation.
HC order for FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case surprising, unwarranted: Gehlot
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot expressed surprise at the Allahabad High Court's order to file an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The case involves allegations of dual British citizenship. Gehlot stated that similar petitions were previously dismissed. He highlighted Gandhi's family's contributions to India's freedom struggle and his recent nationwide march promoting unity.
Illusion of control crumbling: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee targets NDA after bill defeat
Bandi Sanjay slams Congress over failed Bill, claims South interests compromised
Hyderabad: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Union minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar accused Congress and the INDIA alliance of betraying the interests of southern states as the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, was defeated in Lok Sabha. The Bill, introduced on April 16, aimed at increasing the strength of the Lok Sabha, bringing into force Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'Shouldn't be considered failure of govt ...': Rijiju on women's reservation bill not clearing LS
The government faced a setback as the women's reservation bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, requiring a two-thirds majority. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju blamed the Congress and opposition parties, calling it an anti-women stance and a significant blow to the nation. The opposition, while supporting reservation, opposed its linkage with delimitation and census.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis on Saturday chaired a review meeting of the Home Department over the Nashik conversion case, saying that religious conversion cases would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
BJP, Opposition in war of words after Constitution Amendment Bill defeat
A Constitution Amendment Bill for women's reservation in legislatures from 2029 and Lok Sabha seat increase was defeated. The BJP accused the Congress and opposition of betraying women. Opposition leaders stated the 2023 quota law should be implemented immediately, accusing the government of political games.
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Both Houses of Parliament adjourned sine die, Budget Session concludes
Staff Reporter Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die today. With this, the Budget Session of Parliament, which commenced on 28 January this year, has come to an end. In his valedictory address in the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla highlighted that the House registered 93% productivity during the Budget Session. He said a []
Anti-women mindset: BJP puts out ads slamming Congress for defeating quota bill
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) slammed Congress and its allies for voting against the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, accusing them of adopting an anti-women mindset and betraying women of the country. The Hindu nationalist partys print media advertisements, published across a few newspapers on Saturday, April 18, are painting the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for the immediate reintroduction of the 2023 Women's Reservation Bill. She labelled the failure of the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha a Black Day for the NDA government. Gandhi stated that the opposition supports women's reservation but opposes its linkage to delimitation and census processes.
'Opposition in LS chose politics over progress': Suresh Gopi on Constitution Amendment Bill defeat
Union Minister Suresh Gopi expressed disappointment after the Lok Sabha vote on the Women's Reservation Bill. He accused the opposition of prioritizing politics over national progress. The bill, which aimed to implement reservation for women in legislatures from 2029 and increase Lok Sabha seats, did not secure the required two-thirds majority.
'Black day for Centre, they felt a shock for first time': Priyanka on delimitation bill defeat
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hailed the defeat of the Delimitation Bill as a victory for democracy, accusing the Centre of a conspiracy to alter the federal structure. The bill, which proposed women's reservation linked to delimitation, failed to secure the required majority in the Lok Sabha. Opposition parties, while supporting women's reservation in principle, opposed its linkage with delimitation and census.
Opposition to urge Narendra Modi to implement earlier womens reservation bill
Opposition parties plan to write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They demand the implementation of the old Women's Reservation Bill. INDIA bloc parties will hold press conferences nationwide. They state support for women's reservation. The government is accused of changing the political map. Priyanka Gandhi urged the Centre to reintroduce the original bill. This bill had broad political consensus.
Bengal Polls: Cards Stacked Against Mamata but BJP Has Also Scored a Self-Goal
Jawhar Sircar speaks on anti-incumbency against Mamataand how the BJP scored a 'self-goal' in Bengal with the SIR.
Parliament special session: Both Houses adjourned sine die, Budget session concludes
The Budget Session of Parliament concluded sine die after the women's reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, falling short of the required two-thirds majority. The government also deferred the contentious delimitation proposal amid Opposition pushback, ending the session on a politically charged note.
Delhi sees sharp drop in minimum temperature
The air quality index (AQI) of the city improved drastically to the moderate category
Rekha Gupta accused the opposition of blocking womens entry into legislatures after the womens reservation bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, and said women would continue to fight for representation. The bill, linked to delimitation, fell short of the required two-thirds majority despite 298 votes in favour and 230 against, with Speaker Om Birla confirming its defeat.
Womens quota bill would have undermined democracy, Constitution: Aaditya Thackeray
Mumbai: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Saturday, April 18, said that the passage of the womens quota bill would have ensured a total defeat of democracy, alleging that the legislation, linked with a delimitation exercise, was a political tool designed to reduce the voice of states. Thackeray, in a post on X, claimed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Women's quota bill would have ensured defeat of democracy, Constitution: Aaditya Thackeray
Aaditya Thackeray stated the women's quota bill, tied to delimitation, was a political move to weaken states and secure unfair wins. He claimed the bill, which sought to increase Lok Sabha seats and implement women's reservation, was rejected by opposition MPs. The proposed constitutional amendment required a two-thirds majority but did not achieve it.
Telangana BJP says chief placed under house arrest before womens bill protest
Hyderabad: Telangana Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) claimed that its chief, N Ramchander Rao was put under house arrest on Saturday, April 18, ahead of a protest he called at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddys residence against the Congress for allegedly defeating the womens quota bill in Parliament. Rao was kept under house arrest to stall Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mallikarjun Kharge stated INDIA bloc MPs are not anti-women, asserting the NDA government's aim was to gain power to pass delimitation laws with a simple majority. He explained their opposition to the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill and Delimitation Bill was due to the delimitation clause, not women's reservation itself.
Telangana BJP President N. Ramchander Rao on Saturday was placed under house arrest by police in Hyderabad after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) called for a protest outside the residence of Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy over the Congress party's stand on the Women's Reservation Bill in Parliament.
MBT seeks Telangana CM meeting on Ox transport, slaughter before Bakrid
Hyderabad: Majlis Bachao Tehreek (MBT) Spokesperson Amjed Ullah Khan has sought a meeting with chief minister A Revanth Reddy for clarity on transportation and slaughter of ox ahead of Bakrid in Telangana. In a statement, Khan claimed that there is anxiety among Muslim traders regarding the transportation of oxen. He alleged that the Congress government Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Congress blocking Women's Reservation Bill denied India historic step: Andhra Pradesh CM
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu criticized the Congress-led opposition for blocking the Women's Reservation Bill, calling it a betrayal of millions of women. The bill, which aimed to provide 33% reservation for women in legislatures from 2029, was defeated in the Lok Sabha. Janasena founder Pawan Kalyan also lamented the missed opportunity for women's empowerment.
Satyameva Jayate: BJD on defeat of women's quota bill
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticised the defeat of the womens reservation bill in the Lok Sabha, saying it delivered justice neither to women nor to South India, and warned delimitation could reduce the regions representation.
Pune airport resumes ops hours after IAF fighter jet's 'hard landing' - what had gone wrong?
Pune airport operations have resumed after an Indian Air Force Sukhoi 30 MKI aircraft experienced an undercarriage failure during a hard landing, blocking the runway. Repair work was completed on a war footing, with departure operations starting at 7:30 AM and arrivals at 8:00 AM. Several flights were cancelled due to the incident.
Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu criticised the Congress-led opposition after a Constitution Amendment Bill on womens reservation was defeated in the Lok Sabha, saying it chose obstruction over progress and denied opportunities to women.
Womens quota law comes into effect in UTs of J&K, Puducherry
TDP & JDS join other NDA allies in backing bills
Rahul turns storyteller, tells LS of his fears & about a magician
