New Cess on Pan Masala Proposed in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a bill for a new cess on pan masala production. The revenue will fund health and security initiatives and be shared with states. Read the details.
The Winter Session of Parliament faces repeated disruptions over Delhi's air crisis, economic concerns, and electoral roll revision. Key bills on insurance, tax, and securities await. Read the full update.
Congress raises privacy fears over mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app. Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia assures security, says users can delete it. Full details inside.
The Parliament logjam ends as an all-party meeting agrees to a Lok Sabha discussion on the December 13 security breach on December 9. Key details and opposition demands addressed.
The Parliament impasse is resolved. PM Modi to initiate a discussion on Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary on Dec 8, followed by a debate on electoral reforms & SIR on Dec 9-10. Details inside.
A political showdown erupted in Parliament as the government and I.N.D.I.A bloc clashed over who caused the SIR debate impasse. Whip Manickam Tagore claims opposition unity triumphed. Get the full story.
Parliament proceedings remain stalled for a second day over the SIR debate. Speaker Om Birla calls for a meeting with floor leaders to break the deadlock. Get the latest updates.
Opposition parties disrupted Parliament's Winter Session, demanding an immediate debate on the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The government refused to set a timeline, leading to walkouts and adjournments.
Punjab govt tells HC that allowing radical preacher Amritpal Singh to attend Lok Sabha poses a serious danger to state security. Court seeks concrete evidence, next hearing on Nov 8.
The Parliament's Winter Session concluded with the passage of crucial bills like the telecom and appointment laws. Opposition staged walkouts during the debate on the security breach. Get the full recap.
The Lok Sabha introduced the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025. Once the compensation cess ends, tobacco will attract GST plus excise, while pan masala will face GST plus the new cess. Read the full details.
India's Parliament Winter Session begins today with key bills including Central Excise Amendment and Health Security Cess. Opposition raises security and electoral concerns. Session runs until December 19.
Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh approaches Punjab & Haryana High Court for temporary release to attend Lok Sabha winter session from Dec 1-19 after state government denial. Read the full development.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav analyzes election patterns, noting Uttar Pradesh's Lok Sabha winners often secure Assembly victories. Read his political insights.
RJD faces potential exclusion from Rajya Sabha as Bihar's 2025 assembly elections approach. Learn about the crucial numbers and political implications shaping this development.
Bihar witnesses unprecedented voter participation in 2024 elections, with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar celebrating the massive turnout as a triumph for Indian democracy.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi uncovers massive voter list discrepancy in Kerala where one woman's photo appears over 200 times, raising serious questions about electoral process reliability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches scathing attack on Congress-RJD alliance during Bihar election rally, accusing them of dividing society while highlighting BJP's development agenda and Ram Temple construction.
Discover the lighter moments in Parliament when political discussions give way to musical interludes, featuring MPs singing patriotic songs and regional melodies.
Bihar's first phase of elections sets new benchmark with unprecedented 64.66% voter participation, signaling strong democratic engagement across four crucial constituencies.
Despite challenging terrain and difficult weather conditions, voters in Buxar's remote areas showed extraordinary commitment by trekking through muddy fields to cast their votes in the ongoing elections.
BJP leader Sunil Pintu draws parallels with classic TV character Mungerilal to taunt opposition, expresses strong confidence in winning Sitamarhi seat in upcoming elections.
Violence erupts in Bihar as Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sinha's convoy comes under attack in Lakhisarai during crucial polling day. Stones pelted at vehicles in major security lapse during Lok Sabha elections.
Congress leaders in Haryana intensify pressure on Election Commission, seeking immediate clarification on Rahul Gandhi's claims about EVM tampering during recent elections.
The 2024 Indian elections delivered a stunning verdict that challenges political monopolies and empowers coalition politics. As Narendra Modi prepares for a third term, the real governance test begins now.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive rally in Nawada, Bihar, urging voters to support NDA candidates and highlighting development initiatives. Read about his key messages and political strategy.
Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi with sharp Ambani-Adani remarks during Bihar rally while RJD faces internal turmoil in high-stakes political drama.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav declares Bihar elections as crucial for nation's future while launching sharp attack on BJP's governance model. Key political battle ahead.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launches scathing attack on NDA, backs brother Rahul Gandhi's 'vote theft' allegations and calls for massive voter turnout to remove ruling coalition.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi references five crucial Haryana constituencies in his 'Haryana Files' speech. Detailed analysis reveals voting patterns and political significance.