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One Nation, One Election is need of this innovative India: UP Minister Danish Azad Ansari

Lucknow, April 22: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for Minority Welfare Danish Azad Ansari on Tuesday said that the people of the country are welcoming the One Nation, One Election as the Bill is the need of the "innovative India."

One Nation, One Election Bill is transformative, visionary, historic: BJP leader Anurag Thakur

Srinagar, April 22: Bharatiya Janata Party leader Anurag Thakur on Tuesday termed the proposed 'One Nation, One Election' Bill "transformative, visionary, historic," and said that the Bill will be in the national interest and will benefit the country.

JPC all-states visit to begin from Maharashtra on May 17; to gather opinions on 'One Nation, One Election'

By Suchitra Mukherjee, New Delhi, April 22: The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) all-state visit on 'One Nation, One Election' will begin from Maharashtra on May 17, followed by Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Chandigarh and Punjab.

Congress defends Rahul Gandhi's remarks in US; BJP says Lok Sabha LoP defaming institutions created by Constitution

New Delhi, April 21: After Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Election Commission in Boston, US, sparked controversy, Congress defended the Rae Bareli MP's remarks while the BJP said that that he is targeting the institutions estabilished under the Constitution.

Frustration of continuous defeats clearly visible on Rahul's face: Union Minister Pradhan on Lok Sabha LoP's remarks in US

New Delhi, April 21: Calling the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Election Commission in the US "unfortunate", Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday said that the frustration of continuous defeats is clearly visible on the face of Rae Bareli MP.

Madras HC rejects TN MP Navaskani's plea to dismiss OPS' election petition

Chennai, April 21: The Madras High Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by Ramanathapuram Member of Parliament K. Navaskani, who sought the quashing of an election petition filed against him by former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O.

India's economy will be strengthened if One Nation, One Election is implemented: BJP MP Yogendra Chandolia

New Delhi, April 20: BJP MP Yogendra Chandolia on Sunday supported the idea of "One Nation, One Election", saying its implementation would help strengthen India's economy.

Repeated elections hinder development: Delhi BJP chief Virendraa Sachdeva backs 'One Nation, One Election'

New Delhi, April 20: Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva on Sunday extended his support for the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, stating that frequent elections across the country "hinder development" and waste public resources.

Parliamentary panel Bill seeks expert suggestions on Income-Tax Bill 2025

New Delhi, April 18: The Select Committee of the Lok Sabha, which is reviewing the Income-Tax Bill, 2025, on Thursday called for suggestions and views from experts, industry associations, organisations, and other stakeholders on the proposed legislation, as per an official release.

When young, you can speak passionately but there's a thin line called respect...: Kiren Rijiju on Mahua Moitra

New Delhi, April 16: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has responded to opposition allegations about the government bulldozing some legislation, saying that such allegations are sometimes levelled when there are differences over bill provisions. He recalled an incident in which he stepped in over allegations levelled by Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra.

PM Modi accuses Congress of vote-bank politics, asks why does it not appoint party chief from Muslim community, reserve 50 pc tickets

Hisar, April 14: Noting that BR Ambedkar's life, struggles, and message have been the cornerstone of the government's 11-year journey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday unveiled several development projects in Haryana and accused Congress of "appeasement politics" stating that if the party has "some sympathy" for Muslims, they should appoint party chief from the community and give 50 per cent tickets in Lok Sabha to members from the main minority community.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla fulfils promise, attends marriage of daughter of CRPF jawan killed in Pulwama terror attack

New Delhi, April 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla set a 'heartfelt example' as he fulfilled his promise made years ago and participated in the wedding rituals of the daughter of the late CRPF jawan Hemraj Meena in Sangod, Kota, said a statement from Lok Sabha Secretariat.

'Stronger together': PM Modi welcomes AIADMK's return to NDA camp

New Delhi/Chennai, April 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday welcomed the return of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) back into the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) camp, expressing confidence that the reunion will lead to a more united and progressive Tamil Nadu.

'Bringing back old workers', says INLD amid party revival

Gurugram, April 10: Abhay Singh Chautala, a prominent Jat leader and the face of the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) in Haryana, said on Thursday that his party will bring back the old workers in a bid to revive the party in Haryana.

Indian students studying abroad ambassadors of Indian values, culture: LS Speaker Om Birla

New Delhi, April 8: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday noted that the Indian students studying abroad are ambassadors of Indian values and culture.

LS Speaker Om Birla to address Assembly of Inter-Parliamentary Union in Tashkent

New Delhi, April 5: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is leading a Parliamentary Delegation to the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), being held in Tashkent from 5 to 9 April 2025. He will address the Assembly during the General Debate on "Parliamentary Action for Social Development and Justice".

LS Speaker Om Birla to lead Indian delegation to 150th IPU assembly in Tashkent today

New Delhi, April 5: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is leading a high-level Indian parliamentary delegation to the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), being held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from April 5 to 9.

LS Speaker reprimands Sonia Gandhi over Waqf bill 'bulldozed' remarks

New Delhi, April 4: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday reprimanded former Congress president Sonia Gandhi over her remarks that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill was bulldozed through the Parliament.

Hope neutrality comes back in session: Oppn MPs boycott tea organised by Lok Sabha Speaker

New Delhi, April 4: With the Budget Session of Parliament concluding on Friday, Congress Lok Sabha MP Manickam Tagore said that all opposition leaders have decided to boycott the customary tea organised by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

Parliament Budget Session concludes, both houses adjourned sine die

New Delhi, April 4: The Budget Session of Parliament, which began on January 31, 2025, has officially come to a close with both Houses being adjourned sine die today.

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die

New Delhi, April 4: The budget session of Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday, a day after the passage of the much-debated Waqf Amendment Bill of 2025. The House will reconvene during the Monsoon session of Parliament, the dates of which have not yet been announced.

After passage from Parliament, Waqf Bill awaits President's nod: Details here

New Delhi, April 4: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill was passed by Rajya Sabha in the wee hours of Friday after a marathon debate, involving heated exchanges between the treasury and opposition benches. The Upper House debated the bill for nearly 14 hours and then cleared it with 128 votes in favour and 95 against.

Legislative Drafting is soul of any law...: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

New Delhi, April 4: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday observed that Legislative Drafting is the soul of any law and stressed the clarity and simplicity in legislation.

Hope people in Munambam will get solace when Waqf Bill becomes law: KCBC's Father Thomas Tharayil

Kochi, April 3: Father Thomas Tharayil from the Kerala Catholic Bishops Council (KCBC) on Thursday hoped that when the Waqf (Amendment) Bill becomes law, it will give solace to the people in Munambam in Ernakulam district, who are facing eviction after the State Waqf board claimed their lands where they have been living for decades.

No violence in Manipur in last 4 Months: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

New Delhi, April 3: Lok Sabha passed the statutory resolution moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the approval of the imposition of President's Rule in Manipur on Thursday. The House also expressed its respect, sympathy, and deep sorrow for those who lost their lives in the violence in Manipur,.

Lok Sabha witnesses record-breaking extension of Zero Hour: 202 MPs raise issues in over 5 hours session

New Delhi, April 3: In a significant move led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the duration of Zero Hour in Parliament was extended on Thursday, giving public representatives a greater opportunity to highlight issues from their constituencies.

Opposition setting false narratives, instigating fear in people on Waqf Amendment Bill: Chirag Paswan

New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister and National President of Lok Janshakti Party Chirag Paswan slammed the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and Congress and alleged that the opposition was setting false narratives and instigating fear in the people after Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 was passed in Lok Sabha.

Good step for welfare of Muslim community: Kausar Jahan welcomes passage of Waqf Bill in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, April 3: Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan on Thursday welcomed the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, calling it a historic day and a good step for the welfare of the Muslim community.

TDP outlines stance on Waqf Bill, advocates for Muslim welfare, flexibility for states to decide Waqf board composition

New Delhi, April 3: The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) on Thursday released a statement outlining its official stance on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025, reflecting the party's "constructive position" and "deep connection with the Muslim community."

Bill distracts from real issues: HP Minister Vikramaditya Singh slams Union govt

Shimla, April 3: The Public Works Department (PWD) Minister of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday criticised the central government over the recently passed Waqf Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, alleging it distracts from pressing national issues like unemployment, inflation, and the economic fallout from new US tariffs.

LS: LoP Rahul questions govt on US tariffs; Chinese 'encroachment' of Indian territory

New Delhi, April 3: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Thursday raised the issue of alleged encroachment of Indian territory by China and the freshly imposed US tariffs on Indian exports, seeking answers on “what the government is going to do on these issues”.

Cong chief Kharge challenges Anurag Thakur: Prove allegations or resign

New Delhi, April 3: Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed strong displeasure on Thursday over accusatory remarks made by BJP MP Anurag Thakur in the Lok Sabha a day earlier.

Singer Hans Raj Hans's wife, Resham Kaur Hans passes away

Punjab, April 3: Resham Kaur Hans, the wife of renowned Padma Shri awardee singer and former Member of the Lok Sabha, passed away on April 2, afternoon.

Victory of Indian democracy: Syed Naseruddin Chishty after Waqf Amendment Bill passed in Lok Sabha

Ajmer, April 3: After the Waqf Amendment Bill was passed in Lok Sabha, Syed Naseruddin Chishty, the Chairman of All India Sufi Sajjadanashin Council (AISSC) stated that this is "victory" of Indian democracy as the government has taken a 'big step' in the interests of the Muslims.

Revolutionary bill...: Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on passage of Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, April 3: Calling the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 "revolutionary," Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Thursday congratulated the central government for bringing the reformative change.

Generalised statements: Chirag Paswan slams opposition over Waqf Amendment Bill 2025

New Delhi, April 3: Union Minister and National President of Lok Janshakti Party Chirag Paswan slammed the opposition for opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 and said that just because Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the NDA have brought the bill, that's why the opposition is terming it "wrong."

Muslim leaders voice support for Waqf Bill, raise fingers at critics

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