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INDIA bloc MPs protest against Centre over West Asia conflict

INDIA bloc MPs on Monday protested at the Makar Dwar of Parliament, raising slogans against the Centre over the West Asia conflict.

2026-03-09T06:34:15.109270+00:00 IST

BJP appoints Central Observers for RS polls

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Monday appointed Central Observers for the Rajya Sabha elections in Bihar, Haryana and Odisha.

2026-03-09T06:29:09.505488+00:00 IST

Manish Tewari warns small conflicts could trigger World War

MP Manish Tewari, in a post on X, wrote, "Small Wars put together have the potential of becoming World Wars. That is how World War -1 and World War -2 became World Wars.

2026-03-09T06:22:25.402016+00:00 IST

Kharge demands short duration discussion in RS on India's energy

The second phase of the Parliament Budget Session began with Congress President and Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge demanding the short duration discussion in the Rajya Sabha on India's energy security amid the West Asia Conflict.

2026-03-09T06:20:06.844937+00:00 IST

Kiren Rijiju slams Congress over motion against LS Speaker

Rijiju defended the Speaker, stating the motion was brought without "any reason" and solely to satisfy "one man's stubbornness". He added that the BJP is prepared to respond "thoroughly in the House" and predicted the motion's defeat.

2026-03-09T06:01:10.624538+00:00 IST

"Keen to hear what he will say:" Priyanka Gandhi

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday reacted to the announcement of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's statement on the West Asia crisis, stating she is "keen to hear" the minister's position on this matter.

2026-03-09T06:00:44.065906+00:00 IST

Kharge seeks discussion on India's energy security

Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday moved a notice seeking a short-duration discussion on "emerging challenges for India's energy security."

2026-03-09T05:53:17.690107+00:00 IST

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Air India, Air India Express to operate 58 flights to West Asia

The two carriers will also operate their respective scheduled services to and from Jeddah and Muscat with a total of 10 flights to and from Jeddah, and 08 scheduled flights to and from Muscat operated by Air India Express.

2026-03-11T22:29:44.977051+00:00 IST

Goverment tries to suppress the voice of opposition: Channi

Participating in debate on opposition resolution for removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, he said tere are "many instances in history and our traditions that teach us the importance of propriety and justice".

2026-03-11T20:53:45.348264+00:00 IST

Himachal Minister Vikramaditya Singh meets Nitin Gadkari

The meeting revolved around accelerating key road, bridge and tunnel projects in Himachal Pradesh, strengthening all-weather connectivity and ensuring that the State's fragile hill areas receive robust and safe infrastructure support from the Union Government.

2026-03-11T17:59:51.491654+00:00 IST

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"Delhi government committed to ensuring quality healthcare"

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday shared her views at the "Women in the Medical Profession (Multi-speciality Meet)" programme, saying that women have played an extremely significant and inspiring role in the healthcare sector.

2026-03-10T10:50:19.895753+00:00 IST

Rule of law gone for ride in West Bengal under TMC: JP Nadda

"No respect for law! No respect for judiciary! Threatening everybody! West Bengal, under the TMC government, is the only state where the rule of law has gone for a ride. The TMC has no respect for democratic procedures. They do not believe in democratic practices and even threaten the judiciary," Nadda wrote on X.

2026-03-10T10:48:51.666477+00:00 IST

Assam BJP to finalise candidates between March 11-15

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will finalise its list of candidatesfor the upcoming Assam Legislative Assembly between March 11 to 15.

2026-03-10T09:25:12.392236+00:00 IST

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Mahashivratri celebrations continue in Rameswaram with chariot procession

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) [India], Feb 22 (ANI): The Mahashivratri celebrations continued in the Rameswaram town of Tamil Nadu on Saturday as devotees celebrated the marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati with the annual chariot procession.

2020-02-22T12:32:43.542219+00:00 IST

Devotees in Hyderabad throng decked-up temples on Mahashivratri

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], Feb 21 (ANI): Devotees from all across Hyderabad thronged Lord Shiva temples on the occasion of 'Padmarajarathri' (Maha Shivratri). The occasion is considered as a major festival as the day marks the marriage of Lord Shiva and Parvati (also known as Shakti).

2020-02-21T09:59:56.241577+00:00 IST

Train-theme based restaurant gaining popularity in Hyderabad

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], Feb 20 (ANI): A multi-cuisine family restaurant 'Platform 65', based on a train theme is gaining popularity in Hyderabad as it is a replica of a train -- a miniature locomotive model made in Germany -- which serves delicacies to the customers.

2020-02-20T15:10:56.756786+00:00 IST

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INDIA bloc leaders discuss floor strategy

INDIA bloc leaders held a meeting on Monday to discuss the floor strategy for the second phase of the Budget Session of the Parliament.

2026-03-09T05:43:35.568867+00:00 IST

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Jairam Ramesh recalls 2003 Iraq War resolution, extensive debate

In an X post, Ramesh attached two pictures from the 2003 discussions in the lower and upper houses, to emphasize his previous call for a full-fledged discussion in Parliament on the evolving situation in West Asia.

2026-03-09T05:37:18.326151+00:00 IST

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Meghalaya CM seeks ‘stringent action’ after attack on NE girls

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, in a post on X, wrote, "Angered by the repeated attacks on North East people in Mainland India. The physical attack on two of our people from Manipur and Assam near Saket Court, Delhi, is sickening. Racial bullying should not be accepted as the new normal, and we must act against it."

2026-03-09T05:35:14.167071+00:00 IST

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LoP Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge arrive at Parliament

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, along with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, arrived at the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP) office on Monday for a meeting of party MPs.

2026-03-09T05:29:46.291342+00:00 IST

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PM Modi pushes for care economy, focuses on employment opportunit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday pushed for 'care economy', noting the increasing number of senior citizens in the country that requires the service of caregivers.

2026-03-09T05:18:25.515824+00:00 IST

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Sanjay Raut criticises LS Speaker Om Birla

Backing the No Confidence Motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday lashed out at the Centre and accused the ruling party of "unwillingness to accept the opposition."

2026-03-09T05:08:53.784611+00:00 IST

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MP Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP's foreign policy handling

Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav slammed the BJP for its management of foreign policy ahead of the INDIA bloc floor leaders' meeting on Monday.

2026-03-09T05:07:22.218424+00:00 IST

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CPI MP Sandosh Kumar moves adjournment motion in Rajya Sabha

Communist Party of India MP P Sandosh Kumar on Monday moved a motion of adjournment in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the "grave situation" in the Gulf region.

2026-03-09T05:04:44.266883+00:00 IST

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Governor’s address, CM Dhami to present budget on same day for th

Compared to the previous year, the size of the budget for the financial year 2026-27 is estimated to increase by about 10 percent, reaching approximately ₹1.11 lakh crore.

2026-03-09T05:00:37.721168+00:00 IST

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: BJP MP Sujeet Kumar on motion to remove Lok Sabha Speaker

BJP MP Sujeet Kumar, while speaking to ANI, said, "Article 94 of the Constitution gives members the right to move a motion to remove the Speaker. But the question is, why has the opposition brought this motion at this time? Is it because the Speaker has done something wrong?

2026-03-09T04:59:01.768436+00:00 IST

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DMK MP Arun Nehru highlights Trichy's political significance

As the Assembly elections approach, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Arun Nehru emphasised the crucial role of Trichy in Tamil Nadu politics. Speaking to ANI, he remarked, "Trichy has always been a nerve centre of political activity in our state. The outcomes in Trichy significantly influence the broader political landscape of Tamil Nadu. History has shown that the candidates who succeed in Trichy often go on to achieve victory across the entire state, and this has been evident in numerous elections."

2026-03-09T04:47:54.111906+00:00 IST

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"Parliament isn't for suppressing debate": Mallu Ravi

Congress MP Mallu Ravi, one of the three MPs bringing in the No Confidence Motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, said that the Parliament is "not for suppressing debate."

2026-03-09T04:32:46.095855+00:00 IST

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Congress MPs move suspension of business notice in RS, LS

Congress MPs Manish Tewari and Randeep Surjewala have moved seperate motion of suspension of business in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, respectively to discuss the escalating conflict in West Asia and India's energy security.

2026-03-09T04:32:04.306954+00:00 IST

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Budget Session: KC Venugopal seeks discussion on energy security

The Congress MP emphasised that the escalating tensions in West Asia pose immediate challenges to India's energy supply chains, autonomy and citizen safety.

2026-03-09T04:31:36.556083+00:00 IST