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Backed by Opposition, Mahua Moitra strikes a defiant note, will continue fight

“Ethics panel is punishing me for practice that is routine, accepted and encouraged in Lok Sabha. In essence I have been found guilty of breaching code of ethics that does not exist,” said Ms. Moitra after her expulsion from Lok Sabha.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Lok Sabha expels Mahua Moitra as opposition calls it ‘fixed match’

Amid tumultuous scenes, the Lok Sabha on Friday expelled Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra over cash-for-query allegations. The decision, facilitated by a voice vote, was taken amid protests and chaos in the House.

Newslaundry · Dec 8, 2023

Kerala Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan alleges ‘unholy nexus’ between CPI(M) and BJP

kerala opposition Leader v.d. Satheesan alleges ED turning blind eye to CMRL pay-off case due to "unholy nexus" between CPI(M) and BJP. He claims peaceful protests banned, workers threatened to attend Navakerala Sadas, police failed to clear mystery behind abduction of girl in Kollam. UDF MLAs to raise opinions in…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Verbal clash between ruling and Opposition members in Assembly over law and order

The ruling Congress and the combined Opposition BJP and Janata Dal (Secular) had a verbal clash in Legislative Assembly on Wednesday over the law and order situation in the State.

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023

Somashekar refuses to walk out with BJP members over CM’s assurance to minorities

Former Minister S.T. Somashekar’s refusal to walk out with the BJP members over Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s reported assurance to the Minorities Department raised many eyebrows in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday.

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023

Tough tasks await BRS leadership in the role of Opposition

BRS president K. Chandrasekhar Rao to decide on MLA to lead party in Assembly. The party must also counter attempts by Congress to poach its members.

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023

Opposition questions Centre’s inaction on issues of unemployment, price rise in Rajya Sabha

Opposition questions Union government performance in economy, BJP defends Centre, citing electoral victories. Chidambaram focussed on unemployment, price rise & inequality. O'Brien & Reddy raised issues of price rise & trade deficit

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

Not Opposition, but well-wishers in my own party backstabbed me, says B.K. Hariprasad

MLC Hariprasad expressed gratitude to members of the House for not harming him in any way, despite his own "well-wishers" backstabbing him in politics. He had previously gone on record saying he knew how to make/remove a CM, and taunted Congress leaders for invoking the legacy of Devaraj Urs. He…

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

Opposition demands govt. commitment on implementing Seventh Pay Commission report

Oppn BJP, JD(S) begin dharna in Council Well, demand govt accept 7th Pay Commission Report. Replying on behalf of govt, Floor Leader said govt committed to protecting interests of employees. Oppn not satisfied, stormed Well, shouted slogans. CM's written reply said govt expecting final report.

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

INDIA event downgraded from gathering of party chiefs to floor leaders meet

INDIA bloc’s December 6 meeting: INDIA bloc reschedules meeting of party heads to third week of December due to lukewarm response and unavailability of leaders. Instead, the 14-member coordination panel of the alliance will meet at Kharge’s residence on December 6

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023