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The Hindu Parley podcast discusses whether delimitation should be delayed any further? The last delimitation exercise took place in 1976. While the current boundaries were drawn on the basis of the 2001 Census, the number of Lok Sabha and State Assembly seats remained frozen on the basis of the 1971…

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Rajasthan Assembly passes Bill prohibiting protests with corpses

Rajasthan Assembly passes Bill prohibiting protests with deceased bodies. Bill seeks to ensure dignity in last rites and protect data. Offences punishable with imprisonment of up to 5 yrs. Bill imposes liability on family to perform last rites, else public authority will. Punishment for offences range from 6 months to…

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The transfer of Kanniyakumari to Tamil Nadu amid political struggle and police firing

Tamil Nadu Day celebrates the formation of the State, which was achieved after several obstacles, including a violent episode. The transfer of Kanniyakumari district in 1956 was a key event in the process. The States Reorganisation Commission's report allowed the transfer of four taluks, along with Shenkotta, to Tamil Nadu,…

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No political angle in attempt to suicide by driver-cum-conductor of Nagamangala, says probe

CID report finds no political instigation to driver-cum-conductor's suicide attempt; recommends legal action against former MLA, disciplinary action against police officials.

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Assembly adopts Karnataka SC/ST land transfer Bill

Karnataka Assembly passes SC/ST (prevention of transfer of certain lands) Amendment Bill to remove ambiguity over "time limitation" to protect land granted to SC/ST. Bill piloted by Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda. Five other Bills passed in Legislative Council amid boycott by BJP and JD(S).

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Calcutta HC allows West Bengal police to file FIR against Suvendu Adhikari

Calcutta High Court allows West Bengal police to register FIR against Suvendu Adhikari for provocative remarks during Panchayat polls. Court says protection given to Adhikari not acceptable as per Article 361 of Constitution.

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State BJP will know its real strength in LS polls as Cong. is sure to win minimum of 20 seats: CM

CM Siddaramaiah says BJP heavily dependent on Modi, Congress bound to win 20 of 28 LS seats in Karnataka. Ridicules BJP for delay in appointing Leader of Opposition, calls it political bankruptcy & insult to democracy. Accuses BJP of unruly behaviour & boycotting session.

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BJP, JD(S) complain to Governor against ‘misuse of IAS officers’; Speaker meets him on expulsion

BJP, JD(S) lodge complaint with Governor against alleged misuse of IAS officers for political event. BJP alleges misuse of Constitutional norms, demands explanation from CM Siddaramaiah. Assembly passes resolution suspending 10 MLAs for "indecent and disrespectful conduct". BJP and JD(S) boycott proceedings, protest at Vidhana Soudha. BJP, JD(S) lodge complaint…

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CM projects Universal Basic Income concept being implemented through guarantees as ‘Karnataka model of development’

CM Siddaramaiah seeks to project Karnataka's Universal Basic Income concept as "model of development" vs. BJP's "Gujarat model". He claims it is the "biggest ever welfare measure" implemented by any State in India. He accuses BJP of robbing from poor people and reducing tax burden of corporates. He claims Karnataka…

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JD(S) MLAs in touch with Congress, says KPCC spokesperson

KPCC spokesperson M. Lakshman claims nine JD(S) MLAs in touch with Congress. He calls for permanent disqualification of 10 MLAs who created ruckus in Assembly. He predicts JD(S) split, denies Congress/BJP involvement. Commends police for nabbing terror-accused, claims BJP owes explanation for removing names from rowdy sheeters' list.

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“AAP Govt fails to implement NeVA, even after lapse of four-and-half years”: Delhi LG Saxena

a move that could further escalate the fight between Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, LG has accused the AAP government in the national capital of being failed to implement National E-Vidhan Application (NeVA) which aims at making the digitization of Legislative Assemblies across the country. Read…

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Suspension of 10 BJP MLAs from Karnataka Assembly: Speaker, Deputy Speaker meet Governor to brief him on situation

Bengaluru Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader, Deputy Speaker Rudrappa Lamani and Assembly secretary M.K. Vishalakshi called on Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to apprise him of the suspension of 10 BJP MLAs.

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New York considers ban on cash prize contests for hunting coyotes, squirrels, some other wildlife

The contests have names such as Predator Slam, Squirrel Scramble and Final Fling for Fox

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Row in Rajasthan Assembly as Bill increasing jail time for paper leak is introduced

Opposition BJP MLAs attacked Congress govt in Rajasthan Assembly over paper leaks, demanding CBI probe & life imprisonment for those involved. BJP MLAs entered the well of the House raising slogans & later staged a walkout. Former Deputy CM Pilot had also protested, demanding disbanding of RPSC.

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Chhattisgarh govt launches housing scheme to fend off criticism

Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel announces ambitious rural housing project, 'Gramin Awas Nyay Yojana', funded by State to ease process of receiving grants for eligible beneficiaries. Opp. BJP claims 16 lakh beneficiaries lost out due to State's failure to provide matching grants under PMAY. CM's move seeks to counter criticism ahead…

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SBSP will join U.P. government soon, says Rajbhar

The SBSP chief said the party’s support base was continuously increasing and in many seats of eastern Uttar Pradesh, it was in a position to decide the outcome, which also manifested in the 2022 Assembly polls.

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Political tussle in Karnataka Assembly reaches crescendo as 10 BJP members are suspended for ‘unruly behaviour’

BJP MLAs suspended for 'indiscipline' in Karnataka Assembly: 10 BJP members suspended from Assembly for two days for tearing copies of Bill and hurling them at Deputy Speaker's chair. BJP leaders submitted notice to Assembly Secretary seeking no-confidence motion against Speaker. CM Siddaramaiah termed behaviour of BJP members as 'act…

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Deputing IAS officers for political meet leads to chaos in both Houses

BJP protests over deputing IAS officers to receive political leaders at Opposition meet in Bengaluru. Unruly scenes in both Houses with BJP members tearing papers and throwing them at Deputy Speaker. Speaker U.T. Khader allows five Bills to be passed amidst protest and chaos. BJP submits notice to Assembly Secretary…

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Ball in Government’s court over return of Stormont – Donaldson

The DUP leader met with NI Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris on Wednesday.

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Girding for a polarised election, BJP bets on small parties too

NDA's 38-party alliance looks to amplify vote share in 2024 LS polls. BJP alone had 37% of vote share in 2019. Allies important in Bihar, Maharashtra & UP. Small vote percentages crucial in highly polarised election.

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Bill passed to punish officers for registration of sites with forged documents

Karnataka Assembly passes five Bills to punish officers for fraudulent property transactions, streamline govt. litigation and provide relief to small farmers. Bill to punish officers with imprisonment up to 3 yrs, amend Code of Civil Procedure to ensure speedy disposal of cases involving small farmers & EWS, and form committees…

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An alternative alliance will emerge after the 2024 Lok Sabha polls: BRS leader B. Vinod Kumar

BRS remains unfazed by exclusion from Congress-led INDIA and BJP-led NDA coalitions. B. Vinod Kumar, former MP and Vice Chairman of Telangana State Planning Board, reiterates party's commitment to equidistance from both alliances.

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CID to probe murder of Jain monk in Belagavi

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced in the legislative Assembly that the CID will probe the murder of Acharya Kamakumara Nandi maharaj on July 6. The body was found on July 8.

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Pankaja Munde asked to reconsider ‘political break’ as Madhya Pradesh elections loom

BJP leader Pankaja Munde asked to reconsider decision to take break from politics by party's top leadership due to Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections. She was uncomfortable with Ajit Pawar's inclusion in Maharashtra govt.

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Mayawati says BSP to fight Lok Sabha polls alone; terms NDA, INDIA coalitions anti-Dalit

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Kumari Mayawati announced that her party will go it alone in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections as well as in Assembly polls in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Telangana.

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