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In Parliament, 3 queries on press freedom, 1 evasive reply

The government insists India’s media is free and thriving. But when it comes to answering how exactly that freedom is being protected – especially in the face of falling press freedom rankings and rising attacks on journalists – it appears to get cagey. At least that’s what a Rajya Sabha…

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Sansad Watch: Chaos in house, PM out of town

Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha remained disrupted through the week. On average, the Rajya Sabha functioned for just 47 minutes a day, while the Lok Sabha clocked only 20.

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How money bills are being used to evade parliamentary debate on crucial matters

Over the last decade, some of the most significant legislations have been passed in Parliament with minimal debate in both houses. The Aadhar Act of 2016, amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and the Income Tax Act of 2025 are all examples of laws pushed through the…

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Indian vice president’s sudden resignation to ‘prioritise health’ sparks political speculation

Dhankhar’s sudden resignation sparks political uproar in India, with opposition questioning timing and citing possible internal strife

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Indian lawmaker slammed for saying widows of Kashmir terror attack lacked ‘heroism’

Women present during Kashmir attack ‘lacked spirit of warrior women’, lawmaker from Modi’s party says

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Thousands run in Ghaziabad Marathon 2025 hosted by Ex-MP Anil Agarwal

The 'Ghaziabad Marathon 2025' was organized on the theme of 'Fitness With Akhand Bharat' in Rajnagar Extension here in Ghaziabad on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News

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AAP Leader Amanatullah Khan Challenges Waqf Amendment Bill in Supreme Court, Opposition Cries Foul

AAP's Amanatullah Khan moved the Supreme Court against the newly passed Waqf Amendment Bill, joining Opposition leaders who call it "anti-Muslim." The government defends it as a transparency measure. Read more at Dynamite News.

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Hafta 531: Understanding Waqf bill, protests in University of Hyderabad

This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, and Manisha Pande are joined by The News Minute’s Sudipto Mondal and Supreme Court lawyer Talha Abdul Rahman.

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Waqf bill: Opposition rebuttals that demand our attention

As the Rajya Sabha passed the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 with 128 votes favouring the bill and 95 votes opposing it, there were several potent objections raised by Opposition MPs. This comes a day after the Lok Sabha passed the bill after a 12-hour debate when 288 MPs voted in…

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IFFCO Chief Dr Awasthi hosts Rajya Sabha MP Lehar Singh Siroya; For full details...

IFFCO MD Dr Awasthi and BJP MP Lehar Singh Siroya discussed extensively the IFFCO's literary-cultural activities. Read more at Dynamite News

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Veteran journalist and political figure Dr Vijay Darda's 'The Churn' launched

Lokmat Media Group Chairman Dr Vijay Darda released his another book 'The Churn' at India International Center on Thursday. Here is the exclusive report on Dynamite News:

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Parliament’s Pushpa Moment: Kharge Warns BJP ‘Jhukega Nahi!’ in Explosive Speech

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge fiercely countered BJP's land-grab allegations in Rajya Sabha, vowing "I'll break but won't bend!" He challenged Anurag Thakur to prove claims about Waqf lands or resign. Read more at Dynamite News

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Waqf Bill Debate: Rijiju's wit wins smiles, Amit Shah thumps desk in support!

Indian government introduces Waqf Amendment Bill to improve management of Waqf properties, enhance transparency, and prevent misuse. The bill, passed by Lok Sabha, awaits Rajya Sabha approval to become law

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Akhilesh Yadav slams Yogi Adityanath over Karni Sena's attack on SP MP's house

Talking to reporters, Akhilesh Yadav, who was in Kannauj today, said Ramji Lal Suman's house was attacked because he is a 'Dalit'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SP MP Dimple Yadav seeks action against Karni Sena

Karni Sena ransacked SP Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman's residence in Agra over his remarks on Rajput ruler Rana Sanga. Read further on Dynamite News:

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UP: Karni Sena strikes at SP MP's house in Agra; Several injured in ruckus

After SP Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman statement, Karni Sena reached his residence in Agra and staged a strong protest. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Punjab: AAP picks RS MP Sanjiv Arora for Ludhiana West Assembly Bypoll

The move has fanned the speculation that the party chief Arvind Kejriwal likely to become Rajya Sabha member. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kharge slams BJP of "cuts" in SC, ST, OBC minority students scholarships

Kharge cited government data from Rajya Sabha responses and budget documents to highlight an allleged decline. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora To CAs At Intl Seminar In UAE: 'India can take world to peace'

Shiv Sena MP from Maharashtra and former Union Minister Milind Deora, during his visit to UAE, graced a number of programs there. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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Included most of redacted dissent notes in JPC's report on Waqf Bill for LS": AIMIM Chief Owaisi

Following the uproar in the Upper House of the Parliament on Thursday ,

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Waqf Bill Report accepted in Rajya Sabha

Breaking News coming in from Parliament where a Waqf Bill Report has been accepted by the Upper House.

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RS MP Milind Deora tables key Parliamentary report on air quality management in NCR

The report focused on a specific rule related to stubble burning, a major contributor to the region's hazardous air pollution levels. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Lok Sabha adjourned to meet again at 11 am tomorrow

The Lok Sabha on Thursday has been adjourned till 11 am tomorrow. Read further on Dynamite News:

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BJP-led government has taken approach of "shantushtikaran" not tushtikaran: PM Modi

In his reply in Rajya Sabha to the motion of thanks on the motion of thanks on the President's Address, PM Modi said the government lives by the ideal of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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VHP demands Jaya Bachchan's ARREST over 'dead bodies in Ganga' remark; Arun Govil challenges her to provide proof

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has called for the arrest of Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan following her controversial remarks about the alleged disposal of the dead bodies of the stampede victims in the Ganga.

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