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The fifth estate: Sagarika Ghose joins a long list of journalists entering politics

Journalist-author Sagarika Ghose has sprung a surprise with the Trinamool Congress’s decision to field her as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls. But she isn’t the first – India has had a long list of journalists entering the political arena, some even becoming ministers.

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"Came as a surprise": BJP's Raja Devendra Pratap Singh on RS nomination from Chhattisgarh

Raja Devendra Pratap Singh, who has been nominated as a BJP candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections from Chhattisgarh, on Sunday said the decision took him by 'surprise'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Narayansa Bandage gets BJP ticket for RS polls

The BJP has chosen the former MLC and Hindutva veteran from North Karnataka Narayansa Bandage as its candidate for the Rajya Sabha polls from Karnataka scheduled for February 27.

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BJP releases first list of 14 RS nominees; R.P.N. Singh, Sudhanshu Trivedi make the cut

BJP announces 14 candidates for Rajya Sabha polls, including former Union Minister R.P.N Singh, with nominations from multiple states.

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Parliament’s average annual sitting days down to 55 in the 17th Lok Sabha from 135 in the first

The 17th Lok Sabha had fewer sittings and rushed bill passing, with only 16% referred to committees, and limited discussion on Private Members' Bills.

The Hindu

Congress MP from Jharkhand appears before ED for second consecutive day in money laundering case

Congress’ Rajya Sabha MP from Jharkhand, Dhiraj Prasad Sahu, appeared before the Enforcement Directorate for the second consecutive day

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Trinamool names Sagarika Ghose, Sushmita Dev, and two others for Rajya Sabha

The TMC on February 11 announced the names of journalist Sagarika Ghose, party leader Sushmita Dev and two others for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls from the State

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RS chairman accuses Congress leaders of disrespecting Chaudhary Charan Singh's legacy, causing distress to farmers

RS Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday accused Congress leaders of creating an environment in the House that disrespects the memory of Chaudhary Charan Singh, thereby causing distress to farmers across the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu appears before ED for questioning in money-laundering case

Money-laundering case: Congress MP Dhiraj Prasad Sahu appears before the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money-laundering case involving Hemant Soren.

The Hindu

Rajya Sabha to hold short discussion on White Paper, Ram Lalla Pran Pratistha on last day of Budget session

Rajya Sabha will on Saturday, the last session of the ongoing Budget session of Parliament, hold a short-duration discussion on the White Paper put out by the Centre and on the Pran Pratistha of Ram Lalla. Read further on Dynamite News:

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After Bharat Ratna for Charan Singh, RLD gives its heart to NDA

The Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) joins the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) after BJP's decision to confer Bharat Ratna on Chaudhary Charan Singh.

The Hindu

Parliament clears Bill to curb malpractices in public exams

The Rajya Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness in public exams.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | We rescued the economy from crisis, says government; Gujarat BJP leaders reject Rahul Gandhi’s charges on PM’s OBC status, and more

From Govt saying we rescued the economy from crisis, to Israel striking southern Gaza town, read a select list of stories from The Hindu to start the day.

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PM Modi lauds Manmohan Singh in Rajya Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded former PM Manmohan Singh's contribution to Parliament and said his valuable thoughts as a leader is 'inspiration" for lawmakers. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Kaala Teeka": PM Modi responds to Congress' Black Paper highlighting 'failures' of BJP govt since 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Black Paper, released by Congress to highlight the performance of the Bharatiya Janata Party government in the last 10-year rule, is a 'Kaala Teeka' for him since everything is going so well in the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Parliament proceedings | PM Modi lauds Manmohan Singh's contribution to Rajya Sabha

Bidding farewell to members retiring from the Rajya Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 8 lauded the contribution of his predecessor Manmohan Singh to the House.

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Congress ranks want senior leaders to contest Lok Sabha Polls

There is growing pressure from the Congress ranks egging the senior leaders to lead from the front by contesting the polls.

The Hindu

Rajya Sabha passes Bills to include Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups of Odisha, A.P. in ST lists

Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024 and Constitution (Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes) Order Amendment Bill, 2024

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Delhi Court permits AAP leader Sanjay Singh second time to go to Parliament to take oath as MP

The Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi on Tuesday permitted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh for the second time to go to Parliament in police custody and take oath as a Rajya Sabha MP. Read further on Dynamite News:

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There is no truth in the charge that the Centre is discriminating against State, says Iranna Kadadi

Belagavi Rajya Sabha member urges Congress-led State government to release White Paper on finances and grants received.

The Hindu

Despite court directions, AAP leader Sanjay Singh not called for oath ceremony

AAP leader Sanjay Singh, elected to Rajya Sabha for second term, was unable to take oath due to unlisted business.

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AAP leader Sanjay Singh not allowed to take oath as Rajya Sabha MP

Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh will not take oath today as the Rajya Sabha Chairman has refused to allow him to take oath as a Member of Parliament. Read further on dynamite news:

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Recover funds from illegal mining as highlighted in H.K. Patil Sub-Committee report, Lahar Singh tells CM

BJP's Rajya Sabha member urges CM Siddaramaiah to prioritize recovery of funds from illegal mining for state development projects.

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Delhi excise policy case: Court allows AAP MP Sanjay Singh to take oath in custody

The Rouse Avenue court on Saturday allowed AAP MP Sanjay Singh to take oath as MP Rajya Sabha on February 5, 2024, in custody. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Swati Maliwal made to retake oath after she read wrong text

AAP leader Swati Maliwal had to retake her oath in the Rajya Sabha after reading the wrong text, and was criticized for raising an "unwarranted slogan."

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