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BJP urges govt. to declare agricultural drought

BJP urges govt to declare State drought-hit due to deficient monsoon. Farmers in dire straits; sowing of only 16.6% of targeted area done. BJP demands funds for drinking water, humane approach to farmers' suicides. Govt cautioned to take drought issue seriously or risk affecting farmers.

The Hindu

Analysis | A tale of two coups — Ajit Pawar-led NCP faction seeks to avoid Sena vs Sena bitterness

Two consecutive ‘surprise’ calls by the rebel faction on Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar have stupefied political pundits.

The Hindu

AAP govt.-Governor heading for another showdown; Punjab Governor cast doubt on ‘legality’ of June Assembly session

Punjab Gov. Purohit & CM Mann’s AAP govt. face another showdown as Gov. casts doubt on legality of June Assembly session.

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Only 15 NCP MLAs from Ajit Pawar camp attend first day of Monsoon Session of Assembly

Maharashtra Assembly's Monsoon Session began with NCP MLAs split into two camps. 15 from Ajit Pawar's camp & 9 from Sharad Pawar's camp attended. 25 NCP MLAs attended, incl.uding 9 Cabinet Ministers.

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BJP MLAs stage walkout in Rajasthan Assembly on first day of proceedings

Opposition BJP MLAs create uproar in Rajasthan Assembly over law & order, crimes against women. BJP MLAs walk out twice, House adjourned for 15 mins. Speaker denies supplementary question on food security scheme.

The Hindu

Three BJP nominees elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Gujarat

BJP wins all 3 Rajya Sabha seats in Gujarat; External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, former legislator Babu Desai and Kshatriya face Kesridevsinh Zala elected unopposed.

The Hindu

Two days after resignation from U.P. Assembly, former SP MLA Dara Singh Chauhan rejoins BJP

Former SP MLA Dara Singh Chauhan rejoined the BJP, praising PM Modi's leadership. He believes the saffron party will win all 80 Lok Sabha seats in U.P. in 2024. His joining is seen as an attempt to reach out to the Noniya caste.

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Death threats and pedophilia accusations. How child trafficking took over California’s Capitol

California Democrats spent the final few days before summer recess in an unusual spot: embroiled in a legislative fight with Republicans, who typically operate in the shadow of the state’s blue supermajority.

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Chirag Paswan meets Amit Shah, J.P. Nadda; returns to NDA

Chirag Paswan has emphasised on clarity from the BJP about his share of Lok Sabha and also Assembly seats in Bihar before formalising their alliance.

The Hindu

Ahead of polls, Bhupesh Baghel govt to face no-confidence motion in Chhattisgarh monsoon session

RAIPUR: The monsoon session of the Chhattisgarh legislative assembly, beginning in Raipur on Tuesday, is expected to be stormy with the opposition BJP all set to move a no-confidence motion against the four-and-half-year-old Bhupesh Baghel government with an aim to corner it mainly on issues of corruption during this last…

The Times of India

HDK eying post of Leader of Opposition, says Congress

Congress accuses Kumaraswamy of eyeing Leader of Opposition post in Assembly with BJP's support. KPCC spokesperson Manasa alleges Kumaraswamy is acting like a BJP spokesperson and planning to occupy post with BJP's support. KPCC's Venkatesh says BJP is considering giving post to Kumaraswamy, and Satyananda says party will file case…

The Hindu

Like-minded organisations to come together to chalk out plan to defeat the BJP and Sangh Parivar

CFD, JMM and other orgs join forces to defeat BJP/Sangha Parivar in upcoming elections. Conventions in Pune and Delhi to formulate people's movement, based on Sharanas/Sufi saints. CFD demands repeal of APMC, Land Reforms and Cattle Acts. All India Anubhav Mantap in Bengaluru to discuss democratic agitations.

The Hindu

Dushyant took six hours to support BJP, Abhay will take six minutes: Deepender Hooda

Congress MP Deepender Hooda accuses Chautalas of speaking out against BJP but supporting it. He appeals to people to vote wisely and accuses Dushyant and Abhay Chautala of targeting and supporting BJP. He also visits flood-hit villages and criticizes govt. for not taking adequate steps to combat floods.

The Hindu

Sharad Pawar camp seeks separate seats for rebel NCP MLAs during Monsoon Session of Maharashtra Assembly

In a letter addressed to Speaker Rahul Narwekar on July 16, Mr. Awhad said except for the nine MLAs- including Ajit Pawar- who have joined the government, the Nationalist Congress Party is part of the Opposition.

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Narottam’s entry into BRS may change equations at Zaheerabad

Old Medak district's BRS equations changing fast as sitting MLAs hope for re-nomination & newcomers seek party tickets. CM KCR welcomed Congress leader Y. Narottam into BRS, hinting at party's eagerness to use his influence.

The Hindu

BJP-JD(S) tie-up: Regional party looking at outcome of NDA meeting on July 18

JD(S) looking to outcome of NDA meeting on July 18 to decide on alliance with BJP. BJP yet to appoint Leader of Opposition in State legislature. JD(S) not invited to Congress-led Opposition parties meeting. JD(S) mulling alliance with BJP after Muslims abandoned party in Assembly elections. JD(S) likely to go…

The Hindu

Be vigilant during special summary revision of voters’ list in Andhra Pradesh, Sajjala tells YSRCP cadre

The YSRCP cadres must thwart the attempts being made by the opposition parties to drive a wedge between the volunteers and government, says YSRCP general secretary Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, asserting that the public mood in the State is in favour of the ruling party.

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Om Prakash Rajbhar-led SBSP joins NDA

Amit Shah stated that Om Prakash Rajbhar’s entry will strengthen the NDA in Uttar Pradesh and further boost its efforts under Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the welfare of the poor and deprived.

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Anand Singh resigns from BDCC Bank president post

B.S. Anand Singh, former Minister and BJP leader, resigned from his post as president of the Ballary District Co-operative Central Bank (BDCCB) before his tenure ended. His son's defeat in the Assembly elections is believed to be the reason.

Los Angeles Times

Anita Chabria: Support pedophiles or protect children? A false question roils California Legislature

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Do you support protecting pedophiles or protecting kids?

The Hindu

Naveen Patnaik announces projects eyeing western Odisha development ahead of polls

Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik announces 2,000 meeting halls in western Odisha as part of 5T initiative. Part of 'Ama Odisha Nabin Odisha' scheme, it is intended to augment rural infrastructure, promote Jagannath culture and tradition.

The Hindu

Trinamool team visits Nandigram to counter BJP’s fact-finding team

The development comes at a time when a BJP fact-finding team led by former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad is visiting West Bengal.

The Hindu

Bihar BJP observes ‘black day’ in protest against party leader’s death in lathi charge

BJP observed 'black day' in Bihar legislature to protest lathi charge by the police resulting in the death of one of their leaders, during the party’s protest march. The BJP strongly condemned the lathi charge and submitted a memorandum to the Governor.

The Hindu

BJP’s downfall has begun from State, and the recent election results are an indication of that: CM

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who came down on the BJP on Friday, said its downfall had begun and the Asssembly poll results were an indication of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s waning popularity.

The Hindu

Number of taxpayers increased by 4.2 lakh under GST in Karnataka

Karnataka govt. informs Assembly that number of taxpayers increased from 5.8 lakh to 10 lakh under GST, tax collection rose from ₹44,816 cr to ₹81,848 cr. Bill passed to overcome difficulties in levy & collection of tax, create office of Legal Advisor to CM & increase construction work for SC/STs.

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