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No offers received for Vijayawada Railway Station redevelopment under PPP model: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The initial bid for Vijayawada Railway Station's redevelopment received no response. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha about this development. Fifteen stations are identified for development under the Public-Private Partnership model. The proposal for Vijayawada Station's redevelopment has received approval from PPPAC. Remaining stations are currently in master…

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Congress issues whip to MPs ahead of key Parliament business

Congress has directed its Members of Parliament to attend Parliament on August 10, 11, and 12. Very important issues are scheduled for discussion during these upcoming parliamentary sessions. The party has also requested INDIA bloc allies to ensure their MPs are present. Reports suggest the FCRA amendment bill might be…

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Lok Sabha passes MSME payment delay bill amid opposition protests

The Lok Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, without debate. This legislation aims to improve payment mechanisms for small businesses. It establishes timelines for faster dispute resolution and addresses liquidity issues. The bill also empowers courts to order partial payments to suppliers. This measure seeks to support India's…

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Rajya Sabha passes Appropriation No.3 Bill authorising Rs 54,067 crore excess spending for FY23

The Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation Bill for excess spending. This bill covers expenditures from the financial year ending March 31, 2023. One excess demand arose from a court order impacting the Railway Ministry. Another larger demand pertained to debt repayment of Rs 53,871 crore. Parliamentary approval was completed after…

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LoP Kharge demands Amit Shah's statement in RS over July 20 police action; Minister Rijiju says LoP cannot dictate government

Opposition leaders demanded a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah. They sought discussion on police action against protesters at Jantar Mantar. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju responded to the opposition's demands. He stated the opposition could not dictate parliamentary proceedings. The Rajya Sabha Chairman asked Rijiju to convey the…

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Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026 passed in Rajya Sabha amidst Opposition sloganeering

The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, was passed in the Rajya Sabha. This bill aims to tighten rules for registering births and deaths. Delayed registrations after one year require magistrate approval. Registrations delayed over two years need judicial magistrate orders. The Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026 was also…

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Emergency action plans updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams: Centre

Emergency action plans are updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams nationwide. Maharashtra has the most dams, with 65 having updated emergency plans. Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat also have many dams with fewer updated plans. Assam and Nagaland have updated plans for all their dams. The National Dam Safety Authority…

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Arvind Kejriwal hails Prashant Kishor's Bankipur win, says BJP 'ground has slipped away'

Prashant Kishor secured a significant win in the Bankipur by-election. This victory reflects growing public dissatisfaction with the central government. The Aam Aadmi Party leader congratulated Kishor on his substantial electoral success. The BJP faced a notable setback losing a seat held since 1995. This outcome marks Kishor's first electoral…

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Opposition presses for Ayodhya donation row, student protest discussion as Parliament deadlock persists

Parliamentary proceedings faced disruptions as Opposition parties demanded statements. They insisted on discussions regarding alleged theft at the Ram temple. Opposition members also sought a statement on police action against students. Two key bills, the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill and the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, were passed.…

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Rajya Sabha clears MSME bill to fast-track payment disputes amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, on Monday. This legislation aims to expedite delayed payment dispute resolutions for small businesses. It also seeks to improve cash flow and strengthen the sector's financial framework. Opposition members disrupted proceedings, demanding a discussion on police action against students. The…

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Prashant Kishor secures maiden electoral win with commanding lead in BJP bastion Bankipur

Prashant Kishor is poised for a significant electoral victory in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll. He established a commanding lead over his BJP rival as counting progressed. Celebrations erupted at the Jan Suraaj Party office following strong counting trends. This outcome is seen as a message to established political parties and…

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INDIA Bloc leaders hold floor strategy meeting ahead of Monsoon session Proceedings

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for Parliament's Monsoon Session. Congress MPs submitted notices seeking urgent discussions on Ram Mandir donation issues. These notices highlighted alleged theft and financial irregularities concerning the Trust. The government aims to advance its legislative agenda during the session. Parliament anticipates further confrontations as…

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Parliament adjourned for the day amid Opposition protests

The Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after Opposition members raised slogans. Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge was permitted to speak by the Chairman. However, no notices under Rule 267 were admitted for discussion. Opposition members protested paper leaks and alleged theft from the Ram Temple. Union Minister Shivraj Singh…

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Parliament to take up Births and Deaths, Supreme Court judges Bills today

Parliament's Monsoon Session continues Friday with key bills in both houses. The Lok Sabha will consider birth registration and Supreme Court judge number amendments. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha will discuss micro, small, and medium enterprises development. Earlier, both houses passed the Public Examinations Prevention Bill. The Prevention of Insults to…

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'Paper leak mafia won't be spared,' PM Modi says after anti-paper leak Bill clears Parliament

Parliament has passed a new bill to prevent unfair means in public examinations. This legislation strengthens penalties for paper leaks and organized cheating syndicates. The amended law aims to build a more trustworthy examination system for all citizens. Stricter legal provisions will ensure tougher action against those involved in examination…

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2,557 Indians evacuated from Iran via Armenia, Azerbaijan amid West Asia conflict: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh

Over 2,500 Indian nationals were evacuated from Iran through neighboring countries. The Indian Embassy in Tehran facilitated their safe cross-border movement for onward travel. Government advisories urged citizens to consider temporary exits from Iran due to escalating tensions. India remains engaged with regional partners to ensure safety and secure energy…

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US deported 414 Indian nationals in first three months of 2026: EAM Jaishankar in RS

The United States deported 414 Indian nationals in early 2026. European nations sent back 174 Indian citizens during the same period. The United Kingdom and Cyprus reported the highest deportations in Europe. Government actions target illegal agents and fraudulent overseas job offers. Financial aid is available for detained Indian nationals…

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Parliament clears Vande Mataram Bill; national song gets same legal protection as anthem

Parliament has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026. The Lok Sabha cleared the legislation after the Rajya Sabha approved it. This bill extends statutory protection to the National Song, Vande Mataram. Deliberate insult or disruption of its singing will now be a criminal offense. The…

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Anti-paper leak bill testifies govt's resolve for zero tolerance towards exam leaks: Jitendra Singh in Rajya Sabha

The Rajya Sabha debated the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, on Thursday. This bill aims to prevent unfair means and paper leaks in public examinations. Offenders face imprisonment from five to ten years and significant fines. Investigations into leak cases must be completed within two months. Special fast-track courts will…

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'Why are PM Modi and Amit Shah silent?': Kharge attacks Centre over paper leak crisis as Rajya Sabha debates anti-paper leak Bill

The Rajya Sabha debated the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, 2026, after its Lok Sabha passage. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the bill as a sham, questioning its effectiveness. Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated the bill reflects constructive suggestions and protects students' futures. Amendments mandate investigations within two months and trials…

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Parliament to take up SC judges, exam reform bills today

Lok Sabha will consider the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill. Rajya Sabha is set to discuss the Public Examinations and MSME Development Amendment Bills. These legislative actions follow a day of significant debate in the Lok Sabha. Ministers will lay papers and present reports from parliamentary committees. Parliamentary…

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School Assembly News Headlines, July 30, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

India's mobile phone exports have surged significantly over the past decade. A new bill passed in Lok Sabha aims to prevent exam paper leaks. The Rajya Sabha approved a bill criminalizing disrespect towards the national song Vande Mataram. International news includes FIFA's private equity plans and BMW's job cuts. Vaibhav…

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Monsoon Session: Parliament to take up anti-paper leak Bill today, MSME, others on agenda

Parliament will consider the Public Examinations Amendment Bill on Tuesday. The Rajya Sabha will introduce the MSME Development Amendment Bill. It will also pass the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Amendment Bill. The anti-paper leak legislation aims to strengthen existing legal frameworks. This bill addresses concerns over examination malpractices…

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Parliament Monsoon Session: Opposition floor leaders to meet at 10 am in Mallikarjun Kharge's office

Opposition floor leaders will meet Tuesday to strategize on Parliament's ongoing deadlock. The meeting aims to coordinate approaches for both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings. Parliament has seen adjournments due to the NEET paper leak controversy and police actions. The Public Examinations Amendment Bill was introduced amid opposition protests…

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Opposition seeks Rajya Sabha discussion on alleged force against NEET protesters

Opposition parties on Monday sought an urgent discussion in the Rajya Sabha on the alleged use of force against students protesting the NEET paper leak issue at Jantar Mantar. Congress and TMC MPs moved Rule 267 notices demanding statements from the government over allegations of lathi-charge, tear gas and pellet…

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