3,258 Indians deported by US in 2025; Jaishankar details
EAM S Jaishankar reveals 3,258 Indians deported from US since Jan 2025, addresses Harjit Kaur mistreatment case. Govt raises concerns over deportee treatment with US authorities.
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Parliament Approves Excise Duty on Tobacco Bill
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
18,800+ Indians Deported by US Since 2009, 3,258 in 2025
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reveals over 18,800 Indian nationals deported from the US since 2009, with 3,258 in 2025 alone. Details on government actions and US-India cooperation.
Parliament Winter Session Disrupted Over Key Issues
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.
Rajya Sabha Debates Moving Ministries Out of Polluted Delhi
DMK MP P Wilson urges govt to reconsider holding Parliament's winter session in Delhi's 'gas chamber', suggests decentralising ministries to other states. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav outlines steps taken.
Water Pollution Act Extended to Manipur, Opposition Demands Elections
Rajya Sabha passes resolution to extend Water Pollution Amendment Act to Manipur under President's Rule. Opposition MPs criticize govt, demand immediate state elections to restore normalcy. Read the full debate.
IAS Impersonation Scandal: Kalpana Bhagwat's Fraud Network Exposed
Police probe reveals Kalpana Bhagwat & associate defrauded politicians across cities with fake Padma Shri, Rajya Sabha promises. Read the shocking details of the investigation.
Karnataka Gets 3,187 Km New National Highway Projects
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces sanction of 3,187 km of national highways for Karnataka, including expressways. Details inside.
Renuka Chowdhury on Puppy Row: 'Will Give Befitting Reply'
Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury responds to privilege motion threat over bringing a stray puppy to Parliament. She vows a strong reply, shifting focus to larger issues. Read her full statement.
Rajya Sabha Row: Renaming Raj Bhavans Sparks War of Words
A Rajya Sabha discussion on renaming Raj Bhavans turned contentious as Dola Sen raised MGNREGA, leading the Chair to intervene and expunge remarks. Get the full details.
Parliament Deadlock Ends, Key Debates Scheduled Next Week
The stalemate in Parliament's Winter Session is over. Debates on Special Revision Exercise, Vande Mataram's 150th year, and electoral reforms are scheduled. Get all the latest updates here.
BJP Seeks Discussion on Bengal Voter Roll 'Manipulation'
BJP's Samik Bhattacharya moves Rajya Sabha motion alleging threats to BLOs and manipulation in Bengal's voter list revision. Demands Centre's intervention. Read more.
Manipur GST Bill Passed in Rajya Sabha
Rajya Sabha returned the Manipur GST bill to Lok Sabha, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighting its benefits. The opposition staged a walkout during the discussion.
Parliament Logjam Ends, Vande Mataram & Poll Reforms Debate Set
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.
Govt, Opposition duel over credit for Parliament SIR impasse
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.
Govt Audits 700+ Cough Syrup Makers, Tests 19 Samples
Indian government intensifies scrutiny on pharmaceutical sector, auditing 700+ cough syrup manufacturers. Health Ministry reveals 19 drug samples collected for testing amid child safety concerns. Read the full report.
Govt Willing to Discuss SIR, Opposes Fixed Timeline
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is open to discussing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls but will not accept fixed deadlines. The Opposition staged a walkout demanding urgent debate.
Rijiju: Electoral Reforms Talk After Vande Mataram Debate
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government's readiness to discuss electoral reforms in Rajya Sabha but insisted it must follow a debate on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Opposition demands immediate discussion on electoral roll revision.
Opposition stages Rajya Sabha walkout over electoral reforms
Opposition MPs staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha after the government refused to set a timeline for discussing crucial electoral reforms. Get the latest updates on the parliamentary standoff.
Renuka Chowdhury calls Kiren Rijiju 'Nalayak' in Parliament
A heated exchange erupted in Rajya Sabha as Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury hit back at Kiren Rijiju over a 'Sir' remark. Watch the dramatic parliamentary clash unfold.
Parliament Logjam Continues, Speaker Summons Floor Leaders
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.
Parliament Adjourned as Opposition Protests Over SIR
The Winter Session of Parliament was disrupted as Opposition MPs protested in the Rajya Sabha well, demanding a discussion on electoral rolls. Both Houses adjourned till 2 PM. Read the full details.
Wahab's RS Joke: Communist Grandfathers, BJP Grandsons?
IUML MP Abdul Wahab's humorous take on political lineage in Rajya Sabha sparks laughter. Also, Athawale's re-nomination confidence and BJP's UP rejig buzz. Read more.
New RS Chairman Welcomed Amid Opposition Clash Over Dhankhar
VP C P Radhakrishnan's first day as Rajya Sabha chairman saw PM Modi's praise and a clash as opposition raised Jagdeep Dhankhar's exit. Read the full debate details here.
Opposition Walks Out Over SIR Debate, Winter Session Disrupted
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.
AP Proposes 10 Water Aerodromes for Seaplane Network
Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol reveals Andhra Pradesh has submitted plans for 10 water aerodromes to boost seaplane connectivity under UDAN 5.5. Discover the proposed locations and the Centre's push for water-based aviation routes.
NC MPs Demand J&K Statehood Restoration in Parliament
Newly elected National Conference MPs used their first day in Parliament's winter session to demand the restoration of Jammu & Kashmir's statehood, reminding the Centre of its pledge. Read their powerful interventions.
MP Demands Operationalisation of Ludhiana's Halwara Airport
Rajya Sabha MP Rajinder Gupta pushes for expediting the Shaheed-E-Azam Sardar Kartar Singh Sarabha Airport in Halwara, highlighting its economic potential for Punjab's industrial hub and NRI connectivity.
AJP Calls BJP's Tribal Status Report a Political Ploy
Assam Jatiya Parishad president Lurinjyoti Gogoi dismisses the GoM report on tribal status as a BJP election gimmick, questioning the six-year delay in passing the constitutional amendment bill. Read the full analysis.
VP Radhakrishnan Sets Tone for Winter Session: Respect 'Lakshman Rekha'
In his maiden speech as Rajya Sabha Chairman, VP C P Radhakrishnan urged members to uphold parliamentary decorum and not cross the constitutional 'Lakshman rekha'. Read his full address.
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