The Latest Breaking News from Lok Sabha

Nitish Kumar predicts early Lok Sabha polls, stresses Opposition unity

Mamata Banerjee on Monday said that she was apprehensive that the Lok Sabha elections could be held in December this year, or in January.

The Hindu · Aug 29, 2023

'INDIA vs NDA' as both alliances hold parallel meetings on Sep 1 in Mumbai

With the Lok sabha elections scheduled for early next year a direct battle is brewing between the Opposition INDIA alliance and the ruling NDA. On September 1 both alliances will have parallel high level meetings in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Dynamite News · Aug 29, 2023

Data | Dispute over Unacademy tutor Karan Sangwan’s remark is much ado about nothing

Unacademy recently fired an instructor, Karan Sangwan, for a video in which he discussed voting for educated candidates. The Hindu’s data on the educational qualifications of Members of Parliament (MPs) in the current Lok Sabha reveals that 72% are graduates, less than 0.5% are illiterate or just literate, and 23.5%…

The Hindu · Aug 29, 2023

Ex-Minister rules out joining Congress for now

In the wake of rumours about him joining Congress party, former Textile Minister and BJP leader Shankar Patil Munenakoppa on Monday clarified that for the time being he was neither joining Congress nor contemplating contesting the next Lok Sabha election.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

BJP may go for Lok Sabha polls in December 2023, says Mamata

Mamata Banerjee warns of "autocratic" rule if BJP wins third term. She claims BJP has booked all choppers for campaigning, and that illegal firecracker factory blasts are due to "unlawful activities" with police support. She urges those in firecracker industry to produce green firecrackers, and accuses Governor of unconstitutional activities.…

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

B.Y. Raghavendra says August 31 is a historic day for people of Shivamogga as airport gets ready to welcome first flight

Member of Parliament B.Y. Raghavendra says August 31 is a historic day for people of Shivamogga.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Congress neglecting Muslim leadership: Muslim Political Forum

Accusing the Siddaramaiah-led State government of neglecting the Muslim leadership in State, the Karnataka Muslim Political Forum demanded that the Congress give tickets to at least five Muslim aspirants in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

BJP feeling threatened due to INDIA’s unity, says Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said BJP threatened by Opposition unity; INDIA to meet in Mumbai to discuss strategy; Tejashwi Prasad Yadav attacked PM Modi for selling public assets to private companies; RJD's Jha accused PMO of being guilty in caste-based survey.

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

Prashant Kishor taunts Kanhaiya Kumar

Prashant Kishor taunts Kanhaiya Kumar's appointment as NSUI in-charge; Shakeel Ahmad Khan slams him. Kishor questions Congress' presence in Bihar, Khan says those not standing with them are supporting govedrnment. Kanhaiya Kumar given big responsibility due to his calibre and talent. Kishor declined Sonia Gandhi's offer to join Congress last…

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023

Shivaram Hebbar, Renukacharya meeting CM furthers speculation on defections

BJP MLAs Shivaram Hebbar and Renukacharya met CM Siddaramaiah, sparking rumors of their potential departure to Congress. Both denied quitting BJP, but Hebbar submitted a petition to declare Yellapur taluk drought-hit. Renukacharya sought Honnali-Nymati taluk to be declared drought-affected.

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023