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Congress cries foul over Vigilance inquiry against Kuzhalnadan

Cong. attacks Pinarayi Vijayan govt. for launching political witch-hunts against dissenters, whistle-blowers, Opp. leaders & journalists. Kuzhalnadan had attempted to bait Mr. Vijayan over corruption allegations against his daughter. Mr. Vijayan denied the imputations & alleged an Opp.-corporate media plot. Kuzhalnadan alleged political corruption by proxy & quoted IT consultancy's…

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

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 · Sep 21, 2023

Libs dismiss call to sign letter in support of territory rights

The Opposition Leader has instead sent her own letter.

The Canberra Times · Sep 20, 2023

Nehru’s outlook was inclusive, took Opposition along: Mallikarjun Kharge

Recalling Nehru's contribution to Indian democracy, Kharge hit out at govt over unemployment & ethnic violence in Manipur. He asked govt what it achieved by shifting proceedings to new building & slammed PM Modi for not visiting violence-hit Manipur & not listening to Opposition. He also expressed concern over passage…

The Hindu · Sep 18, 2023

Understanding the significance of the Parliament ‘special session’ | Explained

The Hindu explains what the constitution says about special sessions of Parliament and analyses how and when are they convened.

The Hindu · Sep 18, 2023

Sheep, goats cannot fight lion: Eknath Shinde on Opposition targeting PM Modi

Commenting on the status of the NDA in Maharashtra, Mr. Shinde said, ‘After Ajit Pawar decided to join us, my government (BJP-Shiv Sena-Ajit Pawar faction of NCP) enjoys the support of 215 plus MLAs. There is no threat to the government.’

The Hindu · Sep 18, 2023

Crafting a new chapter in parliamentary conduct

Given the state of conduct in India’s Parliament, a solution to change things lies in returning for inspiration to the source — the Houses of Westminster

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

Refitting retired coal power stations with nuclear tech has $387b price tag

Coalition wants nuclear power to play a role in the nation's energy transition.

The Canberra Times · Sep 17, 2023

At BJP State-level meet, K. Surendran calls Cabinet reshuffle a futile exercise

BJP slams LDF govt. for lack of Cabinet, inefficiency in law & order, health, revenue collection, and corruption. Union Minister M. Muraleedharan and senior BJP leaders attended a meeting to protest against the LDF govt. and discuss people's issues.

The Hindu · Sep 17, 2023

BJP, Trinamool councillors engage in scuffle in KMC house

The BJP representatives responded by calling Trinamool members “thieves”

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023