New Delhi/Udaipur, August 6: Udaipur MP Dr. Mannalal Rawat met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at his office in
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Parliament Watch: LS clears banking evidence Bill; E20, EVs and gig workers in focus
The Lok Sabha approved the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill 2026, modernizing banking record laws for digital practices. Ext
SP MP Mohibullah Nadvi Advocates for Jammu and Kashmirs Rights in Parliament
New Delhi, August 6: During a parliamentary session, Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Mohibullah Nadvi addressed several pressing
44% of Goa co-op societies non-functional or bankrupt
Panaji: Goas co-operative sector continues to face severe financial distress despite ongoing recovery efforts, with 44%
Rijiju meets Rahul Gandhi on delimitation, women quota bills; Congress holds firm
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Rahul Gandhi to discuss proposed bills. Congress reiterated its unchange
Kupwara, Aug 5: Member of Parliament Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan on Wednesday said that the long-pending Lower Rajwar Raw Wa
New Delhi: Modi Urges MPs To Think Like Gen Z
Modi advised MPs to remain mindful of their conduct in Parliament and public life and to treat parliamentary proceedings
Rahul Rejects Govt Outreach, Parliament Deadlock Continues
Congress insists Amit Shah's statement is key to ending the Monsoon Session impasse
Beware of Fake Degrees: Government Identifies 32 Fake Universities, Targets Misleading EdTech Ads
The Centre has informed Parliament that 32 institutions have been identified as fake universities, while some EdTech pla
Parliament clears Bill to increase number of judges in Supreme Court
Opposition members walked out before the voting on the Bill; will pendency in SC cleared because of appointment of four
Indian Railways Operates 19 Water Plants to Provide Safe Drinking Water
New Delhi, August 5: Indian Railways is currently operating 19 water plants across the country, ensuring that passengers
RBI has funds to pay for UPI platform without having to charge merchants, customers
The government has introduced a Bill in Parliament that will allow it to notify the kinds of transactions that can attra
Congress Accuses Government of Spreading Confusion Over Delimitation
New Delhi, August 5: During the monsoon session of Parliament, a heated exchange occurred between Congress and the gover
Govt explores special Parliament session to revive womens quota, delimitation Bills
The proposed legislation seeks to operationalise 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies
No proposal for special Parliament session on women's reservation, delimitation bills: Rijiju
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju denied any special session plans. The government is attempting to pass women
There is no proposal to extend any dates of Parliament session: Govt sources
Government sources on Wednesday said that there is no proposal to extend any dates of Parliament session. The developmen
Minister of State (MoS) for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L Murugan informed the Lower House of
Jammu Kashmir Gets Rs 11.10 Crore For PACS Digitisation In Five Years, Govt Says
Parliamentary data shows Jammu and Kashmir received Rs 2.20 crore in 2026-27 as Centre pushes digitisation of rural cred
Centre Approves Six Grain Storage Projects For Jammu Kashmir, Releases Subsidy For Only One
Parliament data shows six projects approved in J&K, but advance subsidy released for only one project under the Agricult
New Delhi, August 5: On the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, political tensions flared in the Parli
Shah unleashed violence against students at Jantar Mantar: Rahul
New Delhi: In a no-holds-barred attack on Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday alleged tha
'No special session of Parliament on Women's Reservation, Delimitation Bills': Govt
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Parliament Deadlock Deepens; Early Curtain Likely on Monsoon Session
Staff Reporter / New Delhi Growing unity within the Congress-led INDIA bloc has piled pressure on the government, with t
BJP Responds to Rahul Gandhis Claims About Home Ministers Absence in Parliament
New Delhi, August 5: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday. BJP national s
Govt committed to ensure internet remains free from unlawful, obscene content: Centre
New Delhi, Aug 05: The policies of the Government are aimed at ensuring an open, safe, trusted and accountable internet
Both Houses witnessed repeated disruptions over the alleged Ram Temple donation scam and the Oppositions demand for a st
BJP MP Sambit Patra accused Rahul Gandhi of politicizing student protests and spreading false narratives. Patra clarifie
Meta apologises over PM Modi post removal; admits money paid to boost content, govt sources say
New Delhi, Aug 5: Instagram and WhatsApp-owner Meta Platforms Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg apologised for the tempora
HM Shah responsible for violence against students; doesn't have courage to come to Parliament: Rahul
Rahul Gandhi met with students protesting paper leaks and alleged police brutality. He stated that complaining about the
UPI To Be Not Free Anymore? Nirmala Sitharaman Tables New Bill
An amendment to India's Payment and Settlement Systems Act, tabled in parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman,
Indian Railways utilises Rs 1.14 lakh crore, 39% of FY27 budget grant till July: Govt
Indian Railways has utilised more than Rs 1.14 lakh crore, or about 39 per cent of its budget grant for 2026-27, till Ju
Kiren Rijiju reaches out to Rahul Gandhi to break Parliament deadlock
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Rahul Gandhi seeking cooperation for smooth proceedings. They discussed
Parliament clears bill to raise Supreme Court judge strength to 38
Parliament approved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. This legislation increases the sanctioned
J&K govt amends pension rules for former legislators
Jammu, Aug 5: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has amended the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature Members' Pension Rule
Rajya Sabha approves Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026
Parliament has approved a bill to increase the Supreme Court's judge count. The Rajya Sabha passed the legislation, rais
Jammu Kashmir Gets Rs 59.23 Crore Tribal Development Push Under PM-JUGA, DAJGUA
SRINAGAR: The Union Government has approved projects worth Rs 59.23 crore for Jammu and Kashmir under the Pradhan Mantri
BJP MPs Accuse Opposition of Disrupting Parliament Proceedings Without Cause
New Delhi, August 5: During the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament, BJP MPs have accused the opposition of disrupting
Parliamentary IT committee to Meta: Apologise for PM video removal or lose safe harbour
Safe harbour under the IT Act gives tech firms general immunity for users posts; the panel also named Google India, seek
Modi's video removal: Parliamentary panel asks Meta CEO to apologise in 3 days
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has sought an apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg within three days over the tempor
3-Day Parliament Session Likely In Centre's Delimitation Push: Sources
The government has informed the Congress that it intends to call a special Parliamentary Session on the 16th, 17th, and
Parliament must function smoothly: PM Modi to BJP MPs at breakfast meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a breakfast meeting with thirty-seven BJP MPs. He stressed the importance of Parliam
Rahul, Kharge join JKNC MPs in parliament protest demanding J&K statehood
Opposition MPs slam Amit Shah, take out protest march
New Delhi: Opposition MPs took out a protest march in Parliament House complex on Wednesday, August 5, demanding Home Mi
New Delhi , August 5 : Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday alleged that Union Home Minister Amit Sh
What Is Safe Harbour And Why Is Meta's Legal Shield Under Threat
A Parliamentary Committee has warned that if Meta fails to act, it may recommend removing the company's protection under
Rijiju, Rahul Gandhi hold 50-meeting meeting to break Parliament logjam
'Born only to file cases against Rahul': Pappu Yadav's swipe at Bansuri Swaraj
Independent MP Pappu Yadav criticized BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj for filing cases against Rahul Gandhi. He questioned her leg
Nitish Kumar Meets Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Amid Political Speculations
New Delhi, August 5: Former Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) National President Nitish Kumar met with Lok Sa
House panel seeks Zuckerberg apology over PM video takedown
New Delhi: A Parliamentary standing committee on Wednesday, August 5, demanded an apology from Meta chief Mark Zuckerber
Apologise in 3 days or face action: Parliament panel to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
BJP Accused of Disrespecting Sanatan Dharma by MP Avadhesh Prasad
Lucknow, August 5: Avadhesh Prasad, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party, has accused the Bharatiya Janata Pa
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a judicial review of the security framewor
New Delhi , August 5 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday declared that Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC
Amit Shah Urged to Respect Parliament and Answer Questions: Sukdev Bhagat
New Delhi, August 5: Congress MP Sukdev Bhagat has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government and the RSS wh
Lok Sabha Adjourned Amidst Opposition Protests Until 2 PM
New Delhi, August 5: The proceedings of the Lok Sabha were adjourned until 2 PM on Wednesday due to continuous protests
Govt, opposition discuss Delimitation Bill in 50-minute Parliament meeting: Sources
Government and opposition leaders held a meeting in Parliament to discuss the Delimitation Bill amid a continuing deadlo
A parliamentary panel has demanded Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologize within three days. The panel recommended losing sa
BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi, Says He Is Disrupting Parliament Out of Fear
The ruling party accuses the Congress leader of making baseless allegations against the BJP and RSS while avoiding debat
They are disrespecting Parliament. It has been so many days but they don't want to step inside the House, says Congress
The Opposition MPs, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and others, marched from the Gandhi statue at Prerna S
The Parliamentary Committee of Communications and Information Technology has fired a clear warning to Meta over objectio
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will move the Taxation and Other
'Apologise Over PM Video Or Lose Safe Harbour Protection': Parliament Panel To Meta
The panel, led by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, said the deletion of PM Modi's video - who is the representative of 1.4 billio
Srinagar , August 5 : Security has been stepped up across Jammu and Kashmir in view of the seventh anniversary of the ab
Parliament Monsoon Session Day 13 LIVE: Lok Sabha to take up Bankers' Books, Taxation Bills today
Congress MP Manickam Tagore B submitted an adjournment motion notice in the Lok Sabha, seeking a discussion on the polic
J&K precedent could be repeated in other states if BJP remains in power: Farooq
New Delhi: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the reconstitution of Jammu and Kashmir into Un
US Congressman Riley Moore voices concern on FCRA amendments; could hit bilateral ties
US lawmaker Riley Moore voiced concerns regarding India's proposed FCRA amendments. These changes could allow government
Centre expands apple, walnut dev plans in north Kashmir to boost global market access
Srinagar, Aug 04: The Union governmenton Tuesday informed the Lok Sabhathat it is strengthening high-density apple plant
Congress Leader Criticizes Unparliamentary Language Against Women in Politics
Mumbai, August 5: Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan has expressed his disconten
Parliament Watch: Centre collects 32 lakh crore in cesses as India Inc steps up global expansion
The Centre collected over thirty-two lakh crore rupees from cesses and surcharges. Indian companies are increasing overs
Government moves closer to restoring MDR on UPI merchant payments
Parliamentary amendments propose restoring merchant discount rates on UPI payments. This move aims to encourage digital
Just 18% of sewerage projects completed in 5 years under AMRUT 2.0
A parliamentary panel found only 18% of sewerage projects completed under AMRUT 2.0. This slow implementation pace has r
MPs feel left out of foundation stone laying, parliamentary panel steps in
A parliamentary panel has called attention to the frequent exclusion of MPs from events related to rural road schemes. T
NCPI rift deepens as 3 MPs skip NDA meeting for second time
In a significant show of dissent, three NCPI MPs opted out of an important NDA parliamentary meeting chaired by Prime Mi
A day after Bankipur shock and Datia setback PM meets former CMs of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Nitish Kumar and Shivraj Singh Chouhan. These meetings followed recent Bharatiya J
Indian Boxers Shine at Commonwealth Games 2026: Kiren Rijiju Congratulates Medal Winners
New Delhi, August 4: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met with Indian boxers who won medals at the Commonweal
Skit outside Parliament: Prayagraj court issues notice to Pappu Yadav
Sunil Gatade | Gen Z Protests Helped To Revive Indias Opposition
t was not that the Opposition was not attempting to raise the issue vociferously, but the fact that concerted attempts t
BJP can repeat Kashmir like reconstitutionin India: Farooq
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said the reconstitution of Jammu and Kashmir into Union territo
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Meets Uzbekistans Foreign Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
New Delhi, August 4: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met with Uzbekistans Foreign Minister Bakhtiyar Saidov in New Delhi on T
Defence panel reviews Sainik Schools; Rahul Gandhi queries private involvement
A parliamentary committee reviewed Sainik Schools and private sector involvement. Rahul Gandhi questioned the rationale
Govt to keep fuel prices under control amid Middle East tensions
New Delhi: The government will continue to adopt appropriate fiscal and administrative measures to keep fuel prices unde
Meta Executives Summoned Again on August 5-6
In line with the parliamentary panel, IT secretary S Krishnan on Tuesday also said that the government will raise a numb
SC issues notice to Centre on plea challenging validity of CAPF Act
The Supreme Court issued notice to the Centre regarding a plea challenging the CAPF Act. This new law allegedly violates
Parliament passes Bill to make delayed registration more stringent
Staff Reporter / New Delhi The Parliament has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with
Maharashtra Congress stood by its controversial 'gungi gudiya' comment directed at Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar,
Lok Sabha Passes Appropriation Bill Amidst Protests and Chaos
New Delhi, August 4: The Lok Sabha passed the Appropriation Bill (No. 3) of 2026 on Tuesday, despite ongoing chaos and o
Congress Accuses Government of Avoiding Accountability, Disrupting Parliament Proceedings
New Delhi, August 4: During the monsoon session of Parliament, Congress MPs targeted the NDA government over issues such
NDA MPs Criticize Kejriwal Over E20 Fuel Policy Protests
New Delhi, August 4: Political tensions are rising amid the monsoon session of Parliament, focusing on the central gover
Currently nine trade disputes pending against India under WTO rules: Govt
India is facing nine pending disputes at the WTO, Parliament was informed on Tuesday. The cases, filed by countries incl
AAP's agitation against E20 fuel to continue, people must join protest: Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal vows AAP's campaign against E20 fuel will continue. The party will oppose E20 fuel implementation in sta
Nitish Kumar meets PM Modi in Parliament as NDA introspects Bankipur bypoll drubbing
Former Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) supremo Nitish Kumar met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament
BJP accuses opposition of disrupting Indian parliament
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday accused India's leading opposition party, the Indian National Congres
Move over, boomers: More Gen Z power for company boardrooms
A parliamentary committee has proposed lowering the minimum age for managing and whole-time directors from 21 to 18, ali
Delhi Transport Bodies Protest Against E20 Petrol at Rajghat
Transport associations demand withdrawal of ethanol-blended petrol after police deny permission for Parliament march.
Ram Temple donation row sparks fresh Kharge-Rijiju clash in Parliament: What happened
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge raised the alleged Ram Temple donation theft issue during Zero Hour in Rajya Sab
NDAs Mangal Milan Meeting Highlights Development and Employment Amidst Opposition Allegations
New Delhi, August 4: Amid the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) held its Man
The panel questioned Meta, Google, YouTube, Snapchat, X, and government ministries on digital platform accountability, s
NDA discusses India's sports growth and jobs at Mangal Milan meeting
The meeting, known as Mangal Milan, was held at the Parliament House complex in New Delhi and was attended by several se
'Fails To Land': Gen Z On Politicians Speaking Their Language In Parliament
Slamming the Opposition's delayed response to the student agitation, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde said that the oppositi
Watch: Opposition MPs protest in Parliament over Ram Temple donation row
The protesting MPs lined up behind a big banner that read 'Why Amit Shah absent from Parliament', and raised slogans aga
Achievements in sport, increased job opportunities discussed at NDA's 'Mangal Milan'
Prime Minister Modi attended the NDA parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday. Presentations highlighted India's internati
Congress stalling Parliament, blocking debate on key Bills: BJP
Sambit Patra alleges that despite crores of rupees being spent on every session of Parliament, Question Hour and Zero Ho
NDAs Mangal Milan Meeting Underway, Discussing Final Phase of Monsoon Session
New Delhi, August 4: The NDA parliamentary partys Mangal Milan meeting is currently taking place at the Parliament Libra
Lok Sabha is also scheduled to consider and pass the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026
PM Modi attends NDA Parliamentary Party's 'Mangal Milan' meeting in Parliament
The NDA Parliamentary Party's 'Mangal Milan' meeting convened in Parliament on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and
Demand for Arrest of Abhijit Dipke Submitted to Delhi Police
New Delhi, August 4: A written complaint has been submitted to the DCP office of Delhi Police on Parliament Street, dema
Why has Parliament increased the number of Supreme Court judges? | Explained
This is the first increase in the courts strength since 2019, when Parliament raised the sanctioned strength from 31 to
Congress MP Manish Tewari sought to suspend parliamentary business for urgent discussion. He proposed a new anti-defecti
Centre outlines plan to tackle 5 crore pending cases
With nearly 4.98 crore civil and criminal cases pending across Indian courts, the Centre has outlined a roadmap to impro
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha.
More than 1.18 lakh Central government employees and eligible retirees have opted for the Unified Pension Scheme. The Ce
NDA Parliamentary Alliance to Hold Mangal Milan Meeting for Monsoon Session Strategy
New Delhi, August 4: The NDA parliamentary alliance will convene a Mangal Milan meeting on Tuesday at the Parliament Lib
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: The 'Mangal Milan' meeting is virtually the rebranded weekly NDA parliamen
Opposition toughens stand, washout of session likely
Parliament's monsoon session faces potential washout amid opposition demands. Opposition insists on discussing Ram templ
House panel chairperson seeks Zuckerberg apology
A parliamentary committee demanded a personal apology from Meta's Mark Zuckerberg. This demand followed Facebook's remov
Parliament watch: Centre says no STT rethink as F&O activity remains strong
The government has no plans to review the securities transaction tax structure. Trade volumes in futures and options rem
JPC backs corporate law reforms, easier startup homecoming
A joint parliamentary committee supports government plans to simplify corporate regulations and decriminalize minor offe
NC invites INDIA bloc to Aug 5 protest for J&K statehood
New Delhi, Aug 3: National Conference MP Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan on Monday invited leaders of the INDIA bloc to join a
Parliamentary Committee Criticizes Meta Over Removal of PM Modis Facebook Post
New Delhi, August 3: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology expressed serious
MP Chowdry Ramzan attends INDIA bloc meeting, invites leaders to join August 5 protest
New Delhi, Aug 03: National Conference senior leader and Member of Parliament Chowdry Mohammad Ramzan attended a meeting
DMK protests in both Houses of Parliament on Cauvery issue
DMK Rajya Sabha MP P. Wilson blames the Congress for ignoring the issue which he said affects nearly everyone in Tamil N
PM-SYM pension scheme: Women outnumber men, account for over 53% of subscribers
As of July 29, 2026, over 54 lakh beneficiaries have enrolled in the PM-SYM scheme for informal sector workers, the gove
Parliament IT Panel Chief Highlights Rise Of Some Groups, Points To Algorithm
The non-partisan parliamentary standing committee on IT was unanimous on all issues linked to Meta and other platforms,
Nitish Kumar Emphasizes Party Strength at JD(U) Headquarters
New Delhi, August 3: Following an active participation in parliamentary proceedings, Nitish Kumar, the national presiden
Opposition parties protest outside Makar Dwar in Parliament House
Members of the Samajwadi Party, who took part in the protest, say till now 47,000 has been collected and the money would
Controversy Surrounds Ram Temple Protests in Parliament: Acharya Writes to Speaker
Ayodhya, August 3: Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker, requesting a discussion on the prot
Meta tells parliamentary panel ready to apologise over PM video
New Delhi: Social media giant Meta is learnt to have told a parliamentary committee on Monday, August 3, that it is read
Kiren Rijiju Criticizes Opposition for Disrupting Parliament Discussions
New Delhi, August 3: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has targeted the Congress party, asserting that t
Mark Zuckerberg Will Have To Apologise: Parliament Panel Chief On PM Video Row
MeitY had last week summoned Meta's global team on issues linked to algorithmic bias, the platform's algorithmic process
Congress Leader Criticizes Government Over Ram Temple Fund Controversy
Murshidabad, August 3: Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury has defended Lok Sabha MP Pappu Yadavs protest in t
Parliamentary proceedings faced disruptions as Opposition parties demanded statements. They insisted on discussions rega
Supreme Court Judges Bill Passed in Lok Sabha Amidst Opposition Protests
New Delhi, August 3: The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Judges Number) Amendment Ordinance, 2026 on Monday through
Parliamentary panel urges govt to examine feasibility of permitting CSR contributions in kind
It has supported increasing the threshold of profit to 10 crore for CSR
Government proposes to ease tax relief conditions for offshore funds
The Bill, which has been circulated by the Government among the members of Parliament, is expected to be introduced by F
Parliamentary panel supports more power to NFRA but with riders
Panel recommends clearer buyback limits and a framework for trust conversions
Representatives of social media platforms like Google, Meta appear before Parliamentary panel on IT
The meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on IT, headed by BJP member Nishikant Dubey, was held days after the
RBI sold $14.9 billion in forex market during Jan-May 2026 to curb rupee volatility
The Finance Ministry also updated Parliament on loan recoveries, wilful defaulters, SWAMIH housing, gold loan NPAs and K
Par panel makes various recommendations on corporate laws amendment bill
A parliamentary panel proposed fixed penalties for certain corporate non-compliances. It suggested allowing in-kind CSR
Google, Meta Representatives Appear Before Parliamentary IT Panel
While the US-headquartered social media giant had attributed the incident to a technical glitch and apologised, the Meit
Parliamentary Panel Gives Green Light to Corporate Law Reforms
According to the committee, the proposal strikes a balance between reducing procedural burdens and maintaining safeguard
States can close or withdraw FIRs against students who participated in NEET protests: SC
New Delhi, Aug 03: The Supreme Court on Monday clarified that the governments of Delhi and other states can close or wit
Home Minister Shah must explain in Parliament lathicharge-pellet gun action on students: Kharge
The Opposition has been seeking a statement from the Home Minister on the police action against protesting students on J
Shah must explain student lathicharge in Parliament: Kharge
New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday, August 3, demanded that Union Home Minister Amit Shah come t
Saffron attire row: Pappu Yadav asks, Wheres the insult?
New Delhi: Facing allegations of insulting Sanatan Dharma, MP Pappu Yadav on Monday, August 3, continued to dig his heel
Amit Shah must explain in Parliament lathicharge-pellet gun action on students: Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge demanded Home Minister Amit Shah address Parliament. He also asked Prime Minister
Disruption in Parliament: Rajya Sabha Question Hour Suspended Amid Protests
New Delhi, August 3: The Rajya Sabha faced another disruption on Monday, with the Question Hour being suspended due to u
DMK Takes Veiled Swipe at Rahul Gandhi, Calls Silence on NEET Betrayal
Rahul Gandhi while speaking to reporters at Mamallapuram near here on August 1, said every single national party and Tam
Delhi court acquits Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh in wrestlers sexual harassment case
A Delhi court on Monday acquitted former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president and former BJP Member of Parliame
INDIA Bloc leaders hold floor strategy meeting ahead of Monsoon session Proceedings
Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for Parliament's Monsoon Session. Congress MPs submitted notices seeking
Mayawati seeks focus on public welfare issues during UP Assembly session
BSP chief Mayawati called for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly session to prioritize public welfare. She expressed concern ove
The agenda also includes a statement by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman showing Demands for Excess Grants for 2022-2
Key bills set for debate as Parliament reconvenes
Parliament will resume its Monsoon Session on Monday for the third consecutive week. The post Key bills set for debate a
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: Two Bills Set To Be Introduced In Lok Sabha
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE Updates: Parliament resumes Monsoon Session 2026 with key bills and Opposition prot
Opposition plans a protest at Parliament's Makar Dwar on Monday. They demand a statement from Union Home Minister Amit S
From Sobers to Warne: Cricket's Most Emotional Final Farewells
Sir Garfield Sobers passed away on 17 July, just 11 days short of his 90th birthday. His state funeral was held in Barba
GCC seeks proactive public participation in census operations
The Group of Concerned Citizens, J&K (GCC) has asked the public at large to extend fullest support to Census staff in co
High drama unfolds as Pappu Yadav attacked during Delhi press meet
An independent MP, Pappu Yadav, faced an alleged attack during a news conference. A man threw a slipper while another re
MP Pappu Yadav attacked at home during presser
An independent MP, Pappu Yadav, faced an alleged attack during a news conference. A man threw a slipper while another re
Companies may soon get to retain legal identity in flipbacks
A parliamentary panel proposes a new statutory framework for inward re-domiciliation. This would allow overseas companie
PM Modis leadership empowered Pahari community: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 02: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday highlighted the historic transformation brought about under
Sharda to Sansad : Pahari history comes alive in new book: Shafi
Srinagar, Aug 2: MLA Uri Dr Sajjad Shafi on Sunday described the book Sharda to Sansad as a significant contribution to
Man hurls slipper at Pappu Yadav during press meet, scuffle erupts
New Delhi: A man threw a slipper at Independent MP Pappu Yadav during a press conference at his house on Sunday after th
Been Receiving Threats: Pappu Yadav To NDTV After Shoe Attack
One sant made a public statement saying that if my parliamentary membership was not revoked, I should be burnt alive. An
Saints Demand Expulsion of Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav from Parliament
Varanasi, August 2: A nationwide protest has erupted among saints following independent MP Pappu Yadavs controversial at
Ram temple donation theft: Slipper hurled at Pappu Yadav
New Delhi: A man threw a slipper at Independent MP Pappu Yadav during a press conference at his house on Sunday, August
Srinagar, Aug 02: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that the historic transformation brought under the leadersh
Skit on Ram temple hurt Hindu sentiments: BJP, VHP; Pappu Yadav says protested to 'protect Sanatan'
The BJP and VHP have taken a strong stance against Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav, accusing them of disrespecting Hindu se
Prominent Leader Calls for Apology from Rahul Gandhi Over Pappu Yadavs Actions
Bulandshahr, August 2: Acharya Pramod Krishnam, the head of Kalkidham, has expressed strong criticism regarding Pappu Ya
A clash erupted at Pappu Yadav's residence in Delhi on Sunday when he was addressing a press conference, with the indepe
Why Asaduddin Owaisi Criticizes the Samajwadi Party: Ruchi Veera Speaks Out
Mumbai, August 2: Ruchi Veera, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party, questioned why AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owa
From chalkboard to Parliament and back: Ex-BJP MP Rebati Tripura resumes teaching in school
Rebati Tripura, a former BJP MP, has returned to his teaching profession. He previously served as a teacher before enter
Dharmendra Yadav Criticizes BJP on Inflation and Unemployment, Defends Akhilesh Yadav
Azamgarh, August 2: Dharmendra Yadav, a Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party, has sharply criticized the BJP ov
'Ready to face death': Pappu Yadav defiant after FIR over Ram Temple donation 'theft' skit
Pappu Yadav remains defiant after police filed a case against him and other opposition leaders. The FIR stems from a Par
Pakistan made every effort to dismantle goodwill under Indus Water Treaty: Kwatra
Washington, Aug 2: The Indus Water Treaty was signed in the spirit of goodwill and friendship, and Pakistan spent half a
Govt to introduce Bill to replace 125-year-old law on presenting bank records as evidence in courts
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the Bankers Books Evidence Bill, 2026 in Parliament on Monday, replac
The government plans to advance its legislative agenda during the monsoon session. Two bills are scheduled for introduct
JD(U) Leader Shyam Rajak Defends Redistricting as Essential for Better Representation
Patna, August 2: In response to Rahul Gandhis opposition to the redistricting bill in Parliament, JD(U) leader Shyam Raj
Manoj Tiwari Criticizes Pappu Yadavs Conduct, Calls for Strict Punishment
New Delhi, August 2: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari has expressed strong disapproval of Pappu Yadav, the MP from Purnia, for protes
Rahul Gandhi feels threatened by PM Modi's popularity with youth: Piyush Goyal
Union minister Piyush Goyal stated Rahul Gandhi feels threatened by Prime Minister Modi's growing youth appeal. Goyal as
Rahul Gandhi Faces Backlash Over Mockery of Hindu Traditions: BJPs Sanjay Sarawagi Demands Apology
Patna, August 2: Sanjay Sarawagi, the Bihar BJP state president, has responded to the opposition protests in Parliament
SP Leaders Criticize FIR Against Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav, Claim Government Acts Out of Fear
Lucknow, August 2: An FIR has been filed against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, independent MP Pappu Yadav, and SP MP Awa
Jammu Kashmir Has Seven Government Medical Colleges Offering PG Courses: Centre
Centre tells Parliament that Jammu and Kashmir has seven government medical colleges offering postgraduate programmes
'We are not democracy, but two-horse system with arbitrary executive', says Manish Tewari
Manish Tewari stated India is no longer a democracy, calling institutions redundant. He described a two-horse system of
Umesh Patel and Sukha Jaggu Patel Sentenced to Two Years for Obstructing Government Work
Daman, August 2: A court in Daman has sentenced Umesh Patel, the current Member of Parliament from Daman and Diu, along
Cauvery Issue: Shivakumar to Preside All-Party Meeting in Bengaluru Today
The meeting will be attended by leaders of all political parties, union ministers from the Cauvery basin region, members
Even my late mother was abused at Jantar Mantar, but we must forgive our misguided children: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said it pained him that even his late mother was subjected to filthy abuses at Ja
Fruit growers urge J&K MPs to raise highway disruptions
Srinagar, Aug 01: The Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers-Cum-Dealers Union (KVFGDU) has written to the Members of Parliament f
Union Cabinet approves Sudhmahadev-Dranga, Singhpora-Vailoo tunnel projects: DrJitendra
Jammu, Aug 1:Union Cabinet has approved the strategically crucial uni-directional twin tube SudhmahadevDranga and the tw
Fruit Growers urge J&K MPs to raise NH-44 crisis in Parliament
Srinagar, Aug 1: The Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers-cum-Dealers Union has urged Members of Parliament from Jammu and Kashm
Devkinandan Thakur Launches Signature Campaign for Sanatan Board in Mathura
Mathura, August 2: Spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur Maharaj has renewed his call for the establishment of a Sanatan B
Centre backs Kupwara tourism push with Rs 58 Cr projects
Srinagar, Aug 1:The Union Government has informed Parliament that while the development of unexplored tourist destinatio
Pappu Yadavs Right to Protest Questioned by Ramdas Athawale
New Delhi, August 2: During a protest in the Parliament complex regarding the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft case, Un
Delimitation is a design to take away the power of people of Tamil Nadu, says Rahul Gandhi
Any party supporting the Delimitation Bill in Parliament would be considered betrayer of the people of Tamil Nadu, says
A political storm has erupted over a skit performed by opposition MPs inside the Parliament complex targeting the Centre
On Kores 79th birthday leaders hail his contribution to north Karnataka
Member of Parliament and Former Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar said that Padma Shri awardee Prabhakar Kores contributio
FIR against MPs Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav and Awadesh Prasad for insulting Sanatan Dharma
An FIR has been registered against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav and Awadhesh Prasad over an Opposition protest outside Parl
Mockery Of Sanatan Culture: BJP Seeks Case Against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj on Saturday approached the Delhi Police seeking an FIR against Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, Awadhesh
Opposition Voices Concerns Over FCRA Bill Set to Be Introduced Next Week
New Delhi, August 1: Opposition parties have expressed strong opposition to the central governments plan to introduce th
Watch: Can parliament put Vande Mataram on par with the National Anthem?
Parliament has passed a law extending statutory protection to Vande Mataram, making it punishable to intentionally disru
Varanasi cops book MPs Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, Awadesh Prasad for 'insulting Sanatan Dharma'
Varanasi Police registered a case against Rahul Gandhi and two other MPs. They are accused of insulting Sanatan Dharma a
Baba Ramdev Condemns Disrespect Towards Hindu Heritage and Calls for Responsible Protests
Noida, August 1: Yoga guru Baba Ramdev stated on Saturday that disrespect towards the saffron color, saints, Lord Ram, o
Varanasi Cops Book Rahul Gandhi, Pappu Yadav, Awadesh Prasad for Insulting Sanatan Dharma
An FIR was filed based on a formal complaint submitted at Kotwali police station by some seers alleging that Lok Sabha M
Varanasi cops book MPs Rahul Gandhi, Rajesh Ranjan, Awadesh Prasad for 'insulting Sanatan Dharma'
Varanasi Police filed a case against Rahul Gandhi and two other MPs. This action followed a complaint from seers regardi
Seers and lawyers filed police complaints in Varanasi against Pappu Yadav and opposition leaders. They alleged their rel
SP Leaders Demand Accountability Over Ram Temple Donation Theft
Ayodhya, August 1: The recent theft of donations intended for the Ram Temple has sparked protests in Parliament. Pappu Y
Pappu Yadavs Protest Sparks Controversy Over Indian Culture, Says Sunil Baral
New Delhi, August 1: Sunil Baral, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has strongly criticized Pappu Yadav, the
Congress says PM Modi owes apology to youth, not forgiveness
Jairam Ramesh alleged that PM Modi routinely attacked his predecessors and political opponents and used Parliament and p
Bill to amend anti-paper law gets President Droupadi Murmu's assent
President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved the amendments to anti-paper leak bill. With this, the punishment provisio
If you are a patriot, you should have been in Parliament: Sanjay Raut attacks PM
The government, the Prime Minister, and the Home Minister have insulted Vande Mataram; they ought to face legal action f
Security scenario has kept Kartarpur corridor suspended: Centre
The ministry of external affairs stated the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor remains suspended. This decision is due to the curr
Iran Claims Victory in Conflict, Faces Challenge of Sustaining Peace: Speaker Ghalibaf
Tehran, August 1: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament and chief negotiator for the ceasefire
Congress Leader Defends Independent MP Pappu Yadav Amid Controversy
New Delhi, August 1: Congress leader Pramod Tiwari has come to the defense of independent MP Pappu Yadav, who recently f
Complaint filed against Pappu Yadav for enacting Ram temple donation theft in Parliament premises
A police complaint has been lodged against Independent MP from Purnia, Pappu Yadav over his demonstration on Ram Temple
Complaint filed against MP Pappu Yadav over Parliament protest on Ram Mandir donation 'theft' row
A police complaint has been lodged against Independent MP from Purnia, Rajesh Ranjan alias Pappu Yadav, at Jehangirpuri
Opposition MPs stage Ram Temple donation theft protest in Parliament
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi were part of the protest against the theft of
Centre revises J&K wetland inventory to 1793
Srinagar, Jul 31:The Centre has clarified that reports suggesting hundreds of lakes and wetlands in Jammu and Kashmir ha
Anti-Paper Leak Bill 2026 Strengthens Fairness in Indias Examination System: Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar, August 1: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel welcomed the passage of the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfa
AIMPLB Criticizes Legal Mandate for Vande Mataram as Attack on Religious Freedom
New Delhi, August 1: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) expressed concern on Friday regarding the amendmen
Ladakhs cancer cases surge four-fold in five years
Srinagar, July 31: The Union Territory of Ladakh has witnessed a sharp increase in cancer cases over the past five years
J&K among lowest-paying UTs for Anganwadi incentives
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmirs Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and Anganwadi Helpers (AWHs) are among the lowest paid in the coun
JPC asks industry to estimate financial hit from frequent polls
The Joint Parliamentary Committee is seeking business impact data from industry bodies. Companies are detailing disrupti
India Tightens the Noose on Paper Leaks
Tens of thousands of students sit for government exams, each year, across India. The majority of them come from diverse
Over 3.6 lakh J&K homes yet to get tap water: Center
Srinagar, Jul 30: More than 3.60 lakh rural households in Jammu and Kashmir are yet to receive Functional Household Tap
DC Edit | Be Fair To The Children, Set Exam System Right
The ruckus in Parliament was created by political parties that may have been aiming to hijack the protests run by studen
Satna MP seeks pilot project to extract fertilizer-grade potash from cement waste
MP Ganesh Singh stated in Parliament that the Russia-Ukraine war and global sanctions had led to an increase in global p
Pappu Yadav Protests in Traditional Attire, BJP and VHP Accuse Opposition of Insulting Hindu Beliefs
New Delhi, July 31: The protest led by independent MP Rajesh Ranjan, commonly known as Pappu Yadav, in the Parliament co
Harish Gowda throws open challenge to Pratap Simha
Mysuru: The political war of words between Congress MLA K. Harish Gowda and former BJP MP Pratap Simha intensified on Fr
On 31st July, Independent MP Pappu Yadav cosplayed a greedy Brahmin priest andstaged a nukkad Natak-style skit in the Pa
'Done by BJP goons': Abhijeet Dipke responds after injured Delhi cops' kin seek justice
Families of the injured Delhi Police officers are advocating for a discussion in Parliament regarding their pain. CJP fo
Govt. To Question Meta Team On Its Algorithm Bias, Maintenance Of Public Order
Sources further said that the team of the US-headquartered social media giant is expected sometime in the middle of next
Govt summons Meta's global team over PM Modi post restriction, to question algorithmic bias
India's government has summoned Meta's global team to discuss Prime Minister Modi's post. Officials will question the so
MP Mian Altaf Seeks Priority Passage for Fruit-Laden Trucks on Sgr-Jmu National Highway
Srinagar, July 31 : Member of Parliament for the AnantnagRajouri constituency, Mian Altaf Ahmad, has urged the administr
OPINION | Can we learn from China's exam system?
Now that the Parliament has passed a stringent law to curb exam paper leaks, it is going to be an Act once the President
Opposition protests against Ram Temple donation theft in the Parliament House complex
Kartarpur Sahib corridor to remain closed due to security concerns: Centre
New Delhi, July 31: In a written reply in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said
J&K anganwadi workers among lowest-paid in India, receive Rs 600 monthly UT top-up: Centre
Srinagar, Jul 31: Anganwadi workers in Jammu and Kashmir receive one of the lowest additional honorarium top-ups in the
SC seeks Centres response on plea to end polygamy among Muslims
New Delhi:The Supreme Court on Friday, July 31, sought the Centres response on a plea seeking to have polygamy among Mus
Parliament gets its own street play as Pappu Yadav turns sadhu
Dressed as a saffron-clad sadhu, the Purnia MP targeted the BJP over alleged Ayodhya temple donation irregularities in a
'My role changed': Raghav Chadha's Rajya Sabha speech on Neet paper leak goes viral on Instagram, X
Raghav Chadha Rajya Sabha Speech: Raghav Chadha addressed the NEET exam controversy during a parliamentary debate. He ex
JK Students Union urges Rahul to raise paper leak in Parliament
Srinagar: J&K Students Association (JKSA) said on Friday, July 31, that it has written to the Leader of the Opposition i
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta has no business taking down PM's post: MeitY Secretary S Krishnan
India's government has criticized Meta for removing Prime Minister Modi's authorized content. A top official stated Meta
DMK-Congress Rift Comes to the Fore in Parliament
The latest instance came in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday when the DMK did not join the Congress and other opposition part
PM Narendra Modi chairs Cabinet meet as Parliament remains deadlocked
Parliamentary sessions faced disruptions from Opposition members protesting over alleged paper leaks. Both Lok Sabha and
K.C. Venugopal moves motive for privilege motion against Union Minister Jitendra Singh
Venugopal says Jitendra Singh blatantly lied on the Parliament floor when he claimed no firing took place
The presentation claimed that more than 250 police personnel were injured in the violence, while over 110 barricades, 30
'We are not against students, but who attacked us?': Retired ACP on July 20 CJP protest
Retired ACP KP Kukreti defended police actions during the July 20 protest violence. He stated that all members of an unl
Want our side to be heard: Kin of Delhi cops injured in protest
New Delhi: Discuss our trauma in Parliament too, the families of four Delhi Police personnel injured in the July 20 Cock
Seeking to tell heir side of the violence that broke out during the 'Sansad Chalo' march, they pressed for a discussion
Tehran , July 31 : Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Thursday (local time) strongly condemned a rep
LS passes Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill without a debate
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha on Friday, July 31, passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, withou
Oppn. protests in Parliament complex against Ram Temple donations theft
The INDIA bloc MPs demanded Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation and questioned his absence from House proceedings
Opposition members' persistent sloganeering disrupted Lok Sabha proceedings for a second week. This prevented the crucia
Actor-MP Saayoni Ghosh Faces Online Backlash Over Rainy Reel Filmed in Parliament
Saayonis video quickly went viral, pulling in millions of views while drawing severe criticism from users who questioned
Pappu Yadav Turns Sadhu in Parliament, Rahul Gandhi Offers Donation Amid Oppositions Unique Protest
Pappu Yadav appeared in Parliament dressed as a sage while Rahul Gandhi symbolically placed money in a donation box duri
Oppn MPs protest outside Parliament over alleged Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation embezzlement
Nationalism cant be enforced through fear: Er Rashid in Lok Sabha
NEW DELHI: Amid unprecedented scenes of chaos and repeated disruptions in the Lok Sabha, Baramulla Member of Parliament
'Head of family PM Modi listens': BJP's Raghav Chadha hails 'historic' anti-paper leak Bill
Raghav Chadha spoke in Rajya Sabha supporting the anti-paper leak Bill. He stressed institutional solutions are needed t
Rajya Sabha scheduled to take up the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026
Parliamentary panel recommends 'polar ambassador' to strengthen India's Arctic strategy
A parliamentary panel suggests India appoint a polar ambassador. This position will enhance India's foreign policy and p
You are India's past: Rahul Gandhi attacks PM Modi, Amit Shah over Gen Z protests, FIRs
Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah for their actions against student protesters. He alle
Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court judges Bills today
Parliament's Monsoon Session continues Friday with key bills in both houses. The Lok Sabha will consider birth registrat
Upper House will also take up statements by ministers on the implementation of recommendations of various Department-rel
Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court Bills today
The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to take up several key Bills during Friday's Monsoon Session proceedings. The Lowe
Raghav Chadha responds to questions over not addressing NEET protest in Parliament
Parliamentary Panel Recommends Appointment Of Polar Ambassador For India
The panel suggests a dedicated polar ambassador to advance Indias strategic and scientific interests in polar areas.
New Examination Bill Ensures Students Future Security, Says Amit Shah
New Delhi, July 31: Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hailed the passing of t
The Union Government on Thursday stated that there was presently no proposal to establish integrated drug de-addiction a
Amit Shah Announces Historic Bill to Secure Students Future
New Delhi, July 31: Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan hailed the passage of t
Whys CJI not on panel to pick CEC, Supreme Court asks government
The Supreme Court questioned Parliament's decision to exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. Justi
The continued suffering of the people of Pakistan-Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (POJK) is a grave humanitarian concern that d
Sadhna Tunnel DPR awarded, Razdan Pass tunnel survey set to begin: Govt
Srinagar, Jul 30:The Centre has initiated key steps towards providing all-weather road connectivity to the border region
1178 hectares of forest land diverted for non-forest use in J&K over 5 years
Srinagar, Jul 30:More than 1178 hectares of forest land in Jammu and Kashmir have been approved for diversion for non-fo
PM Modi calls for energy independence
New Delhi, Jul 30:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday stressed the need to accelerate the use of renewable energy s
Anti-paper leak bill clears Parliament; PM Modi says it will build a credible exam system
Parliament approved a bill to amend the anti-paper leak law. This legislation introduces stricter punishments for indivi
Parliament passes Vande Mataram bill
Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Bill on Thursday. This amendment extends legal protection
J&K tops country in PMEGP applications
Srinagar, Jul 30: Jammu and Kashmir recorded the highest number of applications under the Prime Minister's Employment Ge
BJP submits breach of privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi
BJP submitted a privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha. He is accused of demeaning Parliament and insulting
Nationalism cannot be imposed: Er. Rashid opposes Bill in LS
New Delhi, July 30: Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid on Thursday opposed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amend
Parliamentary panel backs humanitarian approach on Hasina extradition issue
A parliamentary panel advised the Centre to handle Sheikh Hasina's extradition request with sensitivity. India's humanit
16 Indians Killed Since Conflict Began In Middle East This Year: Centre
Since the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East this year, 16 Indian nationals, including 10 seafarers, have lost
Over 82K road accidents caused by over-speeding in 2025: Govt
PTI New Delhi Over-speeding caused 82,124 road accidents in India in 2025, accounting for around 16% of all road acciden
Protecting Merit, Restoring Trust
Parliaments passage of the anti-paper leak amendment bill marks an important recognition of a deep and recurring wound i