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Not good to run away from discussions: Delhi Speaker slams AAP over CAG report disruptions
New Delhi, March 29: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of creating disruptions whenever Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports are tabled in the House and said such behavior hampers discussions, adding that avoiding debate is not an appropriate course of action.
Oppn protest over women safety, caste census rock Odisha Assembly
Bhubaneswar, March 25: The Odisha Assembly witnessed massive disruptions again on Tuesday, as legislators from the opposition parties, Biju Janata Dal and Congress, continued to hold noisy protests in the House over "rising" crime against women, caste census and reservation for the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST).
South Korean Court denies request from farmers' group to enter Seoul with tractors for rally
Seoul, March 24: A Seoul court on Monday denied a request from a farmers' group to use tractors during a planned rally in the capital later this week calling for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's removal from office, judicial sources said.
People will not tolerate DMK's obscene 'toilet politics': TN BJP
Chennai, March 23: Tamil Nadu BJP Spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad said on Sunday that the people will not tolerate the DMK's obscene 'toilet politics' against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP state chief K.
Are suspended MLAs terrorists, asks K'taka BJP; announces state-wide protest on Muslim appeasement
Bengaluru, March 22: Objecting to the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs for protesting in the House over the attempt to honey trap the Congress Minister for Cooperation K.N. Rajanna, the Karnataka BJP has urged the Speaker U.T.
RJD mocks Bihar CM Nitish Kumar with provocative poster amid National Anthem row
Patna, March 22: As the National Anthem controversy continues to escalate in Bihar, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) launched a fresh offensive against Chief Minister Nitish Kumar with a provocative poster on Saturday morning.
DMK delegation meets Punjab CM over proposed delimitation
New Delhi, March 19: A delegation of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), including MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi and Tamil Nadu Minister S. Regupathy, met Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann at Kapurthala House in Delhi to discuss the meeting called by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on March 22 regarding the proposed delimitation of parliamentary constituencies.
Ruckus in Bengal Assembly as Speaker refuses to admit BJP's adjournment motion notice
Kolkata, March 18: Ruckus prevailed in the West Bengal Assembly on Tuesday as the BJP legislators protested and staged a walkout after Speaker Biman Bandopadhyay refused to admit a notice for adjournment motion given by its MLAs seeking discussions on the clashes between two groups in certain pockets of the state on the occasion of “Holi” last week.
Opposition disrupts Jharkhand Assembly over Giridih violence, Question Hour adjourned
Ranchi, March 18: The 12th day of the Budget session in the Jharkhand Assembly witnessed an uproar on Tuesday as BJP MLAs protested against the recent violence during Holi in Giridih.
As suspension period ends Bengal LoP not to attend remaining days of Budget Session in protest
Kolkata, March 18: Despite his one-month suspension from the West Bengal Assembly ending on Tuesday, Leader of Opposition in the House, Suvendu Adhikari, has announced that he will not attend the remaining session.
South Korea: Massive rallies for, against Yoon's ouster held in Seoul ahead of impeachment ruling
Seoul, March 15: Tens of thousands of supporters and protesters gathered in South Korea's Seoul on Saturday, either opposing or demanding the ouster of impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol ahead of the Constitutional Court's impeachment ruling.
Received positive feedback, DMK's Kanimozhi on delimitation meeting called by MK Stalin
Chennai, March 14: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Kanimozhi on Friday stated that the party has received "very" positive feedback from different Chief Ministers and leaders across the country regarding the Joint Action Committee (JAC) meeting on the proposed delimitation of parliamentary constituencies.
Ru signifies protest against policies of Union government: DMK spokesperson
Chennai, March 13: DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai on Thursday, speaking on the Tamil Nadu government replacing the Rupee symbol with the Tamil 'Ru' symbol for the state Budget, said that the aim behind the usage of 'Ru' was to signify the protest of the state against the policies of the Union government.
Odisha Oppn creates pandemonium in Assembly over different issues
Bhubaneswar, March 10: The Odisha Assembly on Monday witnessed a huge ruckus by the opposition Biju Janata Dal and Indian National Congress members over different issues.
Gyanendra's homecoming: Thousands in Nepal rally for monarchy's revival
Kathmandu, March 9: Thousands of pro-monarchists on Sunday hit the streets of Kathmandu to welcome the former King Gyanendra Shah upon his arrival from Pokhara.
TN: TVK to protest against arrest of Tamil fishermen
Chennai, March 9: Tamil superstar-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder-president Vijay will lead a large-scale agitation in Cuddalore, demanding a permanent solution to the recurring arrests of Tamil Nadu fishermen by the Sri Lankan Navy.
Odisha Assembly witnesses ruckus over women safety, disrespect to Biju Patnaik
Bhubaneswar, March 7: The first day of the second phase of the budget session on Friday witnessed aggressive protests by the legislators of opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress over disrespect to former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik and rising incidents of violence against women in Odisha.
Uproar in Odisha Assembly as Oppn protests on multiple issues
Bhubaneswar, March 7: The second phase of the budget session of Odisha Assembly commenced on Friday amidst a huge ruckus by the opposition Biju Janata Dal and Congress members.
Schools near Constitutional Court may be closed on day of South Korean Prez Yoon's sentencing
Seoul, March 5: Schools in the vicinity of Seoul's Constitutional Court will likely be closed on the day of sentencing in South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment trial due to fears of violent protests, officials said on Wednesday.
Sajad Lone walks out of J&K Assembly after amendment motion on Article 370 disallowed
Jammu, March 4: Jammu & Kashmir Peoples' Conference (JKPC) president and MLA Sajad Gani Lone staged a walk out of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on Tuesday after his motion for amendments regarding Article 370, police verification and alleged rigging in 1987 elections was disallowed by the Speaker.
South Korea: Large-scale rallies for, against Yoon's impeachment take place in Seoul
Seoul, March 1: Demonstrators both supporting and opposing impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol began gathering for large-scale rallies on Saturday, as the nation grapples with the political fallout from his failed martial law attempt last December and his subsequent impeachment.
Left MLAs protest with handcuffs in Bihar Assembly
Patna, Feb 28: The Budget Session of the Bihar Assembly commenced on Friday with high political drama, as leaders of Left parties arrived with handcuffs tied to their hands, staging a symbolic protest against the Centre's foreign policies.
South Korea: Tens of thousands set to hold rallies for, against Yoon's impeachment
Seoul, Feb 28: Tens of thousands of people are expected to hold large-scale rallies for or against South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment on Saturday, police said on Friday, as the nation is still reeling from the political fallout of Yoon's failed bid to impose martial law on December 3.
Actor Vijay's TVK launches '#GetOut campaign' against DMK govt, Centre
Chennai, Feb 26: Tamil superstar-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Wednesday launched the #GetOut signature campaign, aimed at condemning the ruling governments at both the state and central levels.
South Korea: Yoon's supporters ramp up protest amid his final impeachment hearing
Seoul, Feb 25: Thousands of supporters of South Korean impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol gathered around the Constitutional Court on Tuesday amid the final hearing of his impeachment trial, calling for the nullification of the impeachment.
South Korea: Rallies held nationwide for, against Yoon's impeachment ahead of final hearing
Seoul, Feb 23: Protests were held across South Korea to rally for or against President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment as the final Constitutional Court hearing of his trial draws near.
South Korea: Yoon supporters hold protest rallies outside judge's alleged home
Seoul, Feb 18: Supporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol have been holding a string of protest rallies in front of an alleged residence of the Constitutional Court's Acting Chief Justice, Moon Hyung-bae, for days, in an apparent attempt to influence the court's ongoing trials on Yoon's impeachment.
What is the issue if we talk about civil disobedience...? asks Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury
New Delhi, February 11: Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury on Tuesday defended her remarks on "civil disobedience" which she alleged is a "legitimate democratic tool" and not something new or controversial.
Kerala HC pulls up political leaders for blocking roads during protests
Kochi, Feb 10: The Kerala High Court on Monday criticised top political leaders from both major rival fronts in the state for blocking roads during protests and agitations, causing immense hardship to the public.
Unauthorized entry by..., Indian consulate in Seattle compelled to call in authorities
Seattle, February 7: The Indian consulate in Seattle has posted on its X platform to talk about a law and order situation from what it termed as "unauthorized entry by certain individuals" into its premises after office hours creating a tense situation.
India condemns vandalism of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka
New Delhi, February 7: India on Thursday condemned the vandalism of Bangladesh's founding leader, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka, calling the act "regrettable."
Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house vandalised, set on fire by mob in Dhaka
New Delhi, Feb 6: A large group of protesters on Wednesday vandalised and set on fire Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence in Dhaka during a live online address of his daughter and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Bangladesh : Awami League calls for general strike, blockade
Dhaka, January 29: Bangladesh's Awami League has announced a series of political programs, including a general strike and a nationwide blockade, in protest against what it describes as "false cases" against Sheikh Hasina and the ongoing persecution of religious minorities in the country.
Rajasthan: Shahpura observes bandh against cancellation of district status
Jaipur, Jan 28: A massive protest was staged in Shahpura on Tuesday against the cancellation of district status.
South Korean police to seek arrest warrant for 66 people over courthouse violence
Seoul, Jan 20: As many as 90 people have been detained in connection with violent disorder that occurred at the Seoul Western District Court and the Constitutional Court over the weekend during protests against the formal arrest of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency (SMPA) said on Monday.
S. Korea's Yoon refuses investigation again, urging peaceful protests
Seoul, Jan 19: South Korea's detained President Yoon Suk-yeol refused to attend a scheduled detention investigation Sunday afternoon, according to local reports.
Trump backs opposition leader Maria Machado after detention incident in Venezuela
Washington DC, January 10: Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado confirmed her safety after her aides reported she was "intercepted" during a protest in Caracas, just ahead of President Nicolas Maduro's inauguration, according to a report by CNN.