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TDP decides to boycott remaining days of A.P. Assembly session

Earlier in the day, Speaker Thammineni Seetharam rejected the adjournment motion moved by the TDP for debating the issue (Mr. Chandrababu Naidu’s arrest), on the ground that a discussion about it was on the agenda.

The Hindu

Odisha Assembly gets its first woman Speaker as Pramila Mallik elected unopposed

Pramila Mallik, the six-time MLA from the reserved (SC) Binjharpur Assembly segment in Jajpur district, resigned as Revenue and Disaster Management minister on September 21 and filed her nomination as a BJD candidate for the Speaker’s post.

The Hindu

BJP clamours for Ahmednagar to be renamed as ‘Ahilyanagar’

BJP legislator demands renaming of Ahmednagar to 'Ahilyanagar' after 18th century Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar. Warns of intensifying agitation if MVA govt does not take note. NCP organised grand event in Chaundi on Ahilyabai's birth anniversary.

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Election legislation roundup: New York State Legislature

As of Sept. 17, members of the New York State Legislature, which includes the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate, have passed nine bills related to election administration since the beginning of the year. Of the nine bills passed this year, six have been enacted, with…

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Karnataka’s share of women representation in Legislative Assembly is lowest among Southern States

While the Women’s Reservation Bill has been passed in Parliament, a look at the representation of women in the Karnataka Assembly over the years shows a bleak picture.

The Hindu

A.P. Assembly proceedings: TDP trying to paint Naidu’s arrest in ‘skill scam’ as a case of political vendetta, says Roja

‘Unruly behaviour’ of the TDP members in the Legislative Assembly and Council is deplorable, says Tourism Minister Roja; by twirling his moustache, actor and Hindupur MLA Balakrishna seems to be mistaking the Floor of the House for a film shoot, she says

The Hindu

‘Vrithi 2023’ to make Ettumanur the first garbage-free constituency in Kerala

'Vrithi 2023' campaign to make Ettumanur the first garbage-free Assembly segment begins Oct 1. Prelim works began Aug 15. Cleaning of waterbodies, roads, commercial establishments, govt. offices. Plastic waste collected by Harita Karma Sena, remaining garbage by Clean Kerala Company. Social auditing to ascertain progress, awards for best performing panchayat,…

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Naidu’s arrest rocks Assembly, three MLAs suspended for the entire session

AP Assembly's monsoon session began on stormy note as TDP MLAs protested N. Chandrababu Naidu's arrest in skill development scam. Utter chaos ensued as MLAs shouted slogans, hurled pieces of paper & surrounded Speaker. TDP & YSRCP MLAs suspended for disrupting proceedings. BAC met & decided to hold 5-day session.…

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BJP’s ‘wasteful expenditure’ made Himachal debt stressed, claims Congress white paper

The Congress government tabled a ‘white paper’ on the State finances in the State Assembly during the ongoing monsoon session. The paper held the BJP-led Central Government equally responsible for the State’s economic mess and added that the State has landed into a poor fiscal position due to shortsightedness and…

The Hindu

UDF to boycott CM’s mass contact programme, organise counter-campaigns

UDF to counter CM's mass contact programme w/ high-profile boycott & counter-campaign. Aim to rob govt's public outreach of sheen & put LDF admin under spotlight. UDF aware of LDF's electoral ambitions & traditional voter defections. UDF calls it reckless extravagance w/ public money.

The Hindu

Analysis | Odisha CM’s nomination of Pramila Mallik as first woman Speaker is more than just a symbolic gesture

Given the brute majority, the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) enjoys in the Assembly, Pramila Mallik is all set to become the first woman Speaker of the Odisha.

The Hindu

Manjeswaram election bribery case: BJP Kerala president K. Surendran, other accused skip court appearance

Six accused, including BJP Kerala president K. Surendran, failed to appear in Kasaragod District and Sessions Court for Manjeswaram election bribery case. They filed petition seeking discharge, claiming innocence. Court to hear detailed arguments on October 4. Complaint given by LDF candidate V.V Ramesan. Accused include former BJP district president…

The Hindu

Ruling LDF protests outside Raj Bhavan in Kerala against Centre's policies, Governor not signing Bills

LDF protests at Raj Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram against Centre's policies, accuses Kerala Governor of not signing Bills passed by Kerala Assembly. LDF convener E.P. Jayarajan blames BJP and UDF for obstructing Kerala’s progress. He claims LDF's efforts led to Vande Bharat train and Vizhinjam port. He questions Governor's non-signing of…

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BJP-JD(S) alliance close to being formalised with HDD and HDK set to meet top BJP leaders in Delhi

JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President J.P. Nadda to discuss alliance for 2024 Lok Sabha polls. PM Modi and JD(S) patriarch H.D. Deve Gowda may also hold talks.

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BJP’s yatras in final phase in Rajasthan ahead of PM’s rally

BJP's Parivartan Yatras, launched from 4 corners of Rajasthan, enter final phase before PM Modi's rally in Jaipur. Yatras traversed 47 constituencies, but received low response. Central leaders, Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled States took part. Ms. Raje's absence in her home turf of Jhalawar fuelled speculations of rift in BJP.…

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Spectre of the solar scam in Kerala

A sordid scandal that rocked Kerala politics a decade before has returned to dominate discussions on mainstream and social media.

The Canberra Times

Libs dismiss call to sign letter in support of territory rights

The Opposition Leader has instead sent her own letter.

The Hindu

Congress plans bus yatra from North Telangana in October

Congress plans bus yatra in Oct to boost chances in Telangana Assembly elections. Screening Committee met in New Delhi to finalise candidates. Yatra to cover crucial districts, promote 6 guarantees & unity. Outreach in Hyderabad & surrounding areas to improve prospects. 1,006 applications screened for 119 constituencies. Panel to announce…

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A.P. Legislature session all set to begin on a boisterous note on September 21

Legislative Council & Assembly sessions in Vijayawada to be stormy as YSRCP & TDP gear up for showdown over Naidu's arrest. Arrangements discussed by Council chairman, Assembly Speaker & senior officials. Business Advisory Committee to decide session duration. YSRCP to give blow-by-blow account of 'skill development scam' with evidence. TDP…

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Heavy police force deployed for A.P. Assembly, Council sessions

Pol. deploy 2K+ forces for Assembly/Council sessions in Guntur/NTR Districts. Enhanced security for VIPs/public reps. Steps taken to prevent protests. Vehicle checking, patrols, sniffer dogs, road open parties for routes. Police to take measures to prevent any hindrance to proceedings.

The Hindu

Cabinet announces mass contact programme with an eye on LS elections

Kerala govt announces mass contact prog from Nov 18-Dec 24 to prepare for LS polls. Ministers to meet citizens, broadcast achievements, hold conclaves. LDF to form organising committees to make prog electorally consequential. No Cabinet reshuffle planned. Aim to rid Kerala of poverty, homelessness.

The Hindu

Not the right cut: House security personnel hot under the collar

Parliament security staff discontent over new uniforms: 500+ personnel unhappy with thick, non-breathable fabric; allowance withheld; Manickam Tagore flags issue; officers refusing to wear, citing fit & similarity to Pakistani Ranger uniforms.

The Hindu

TDP gears up to confront YSRCP over Naidu’s arrest in Andhra Pradesh Legislature

TDLP to confront YSRCP in Assembly session; TDP leaders to organise padayatra in protest against Naidu's imprisonment, expose YSRCP's autocratic rule & govt's failures. TDP MLAs to fight for mic to put across their views to public & vow to fight YSRCP's anti-people policies.

The Hindu

Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

I-T Dept searches premises of Tangedco contractors/suppliers in Chennai; Minister V. Senthilbalaji denied bail in cash-for-jobs scam; TN Assembly to convene on Oct 9; 16-yr-old girl assaulted with knife by friend in Chennai. I-T searches, Minister denied bail, TN Assembly to convene, 16-yr-old girl assaulted: key developments in TN.

The Hindu

Congress nowhere in poll race in Madhya Pradesh: CM Chouhan

CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan hit out at Congress for facing public anger and not being in Assembly election race. He accused Kamal Nath's Govt of stopping welfare schemes launched by BJP. BJP's 'Jan Ashirwad Yatra' and Congress's 'Jan Akrosh Yatra' to reach out to voters. Chouhan claimed BJP will win…

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