This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pandey, and Jayashree Arunachalam were joined by parliamentary affairs expert and journalist Meghnad S.
On the debate on the One Nation, One Election bill, Jayashree says that “the proposal reflects a strong anti-federalism stance.” She pointed out that while the bill may reduce costs, “it could strip states of their power”. Manisha says, “In terms of organising this it could be a mammoth task, especially with the inclusion of panchayat elections, making it an expensive exercise.” Abhinandan asks, “Is Modi the right leader to bring about such changes?”
The panel then discusses the row over scuffle in parliament between the opposition MPs and those in the governing parties. Meghnad says, “It's like a WWE match in parliament.” Abhinandan also questions its media coverage, “Do you feel any shame or guilt about the way you work? How do you face your children?”
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Audio timecodes
00:00:00 - Introductions
00:00:27 - Announcements
00:08:20 - Headlines
00:15:42 - NL Sena Announcement
00:17:55- One Nation, One Election
00:46:49 - Parliament: Scuffles, allegations, and theatrics
01:10:37 - Subscriber’s letters
01:50:08 - Recommendations
References
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The Long Shadow Of Nehru
Let’s Talk About: Inside India’s 2024 Lok Sabha elections
Let’s Talk About: Punjab, Part 1
Let’s Talk About: Punjab, Part 2
VAJPAYEE: The Ascent of the Hindu Right
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