Amidst ongoing sloganeering by Opposition MPs in the Rajya Sabha, Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed his frustration. He said, “This chamber is more than just a place for debate. Constant parliamentary disruption weakens our democracy.” His remarks came after repeated interruptions from the Opposition, which were disrupting the smooth functioning of the House. The Speaker’s patience wore thin as the session continued to be disrupted, and in response to the chaos, he angrily adjourned the House midway. Dhankhar’s decision to end the proceedings was a direct reaction to the Opposition's behavior, which he believed was harming the democratic process and the integrity of parliamentary discussions.
28 November,2024 02:59 PM IST
The Parliament has been adjourned till Monday amid uproar over discussion on the NEET issue. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla exchanged words with the Leader of Opposition and Congress leader during a session on June 28. Further, Om Birla schooled Rahul Gandhi over his ‘mike mute’ remark.
28 June,2024 01:25 PM IST
Despite BJP's vigorous campaigning in Tamil Nadu and PM Modi's frequent visits, the party fell short in securing seats during the Lok Sabha polls. The defeat of BJP's prominent candidate K Annamalai in Coimbatore is seen as a significant blow. Local perspectives on Annamalai's loss vary; while some cited multiple factors, one local highlighted concerns about his conduct and leadership capabilities. This sentiment underscores broader criticisms within the constituency regarding Annamalai's suitability for leadership, reflecting challenges faced by BJP in gaining traction despite their concerted efforts in the region.
19 June,2024 02:44 PM IST
The e-rickshaw drivers in Ayodhya expressed dismay after the tourist influx was reduced after the Lok Sabha results. BJP lost the Lok Sabha seat of Faizabad just after 4 months of Ram Mandir's inauguration. BJP’s Lallu Singh is defeated by Samajwadi Party’s Awadesh Prasad Singh in the Lok Sabha polls.
08 June,2024 03:38 PM IST
Political analyst Ritwik Mehta dissects the Maharashtra polls 2024, highlighting the intensified battle for power. With stakes soaring, every counted ballot carries immense significance, as each party vies for supremacy in the state's political landscape. Mehta scrutinizes the shifting alliances, strategic maneuvers, and the pulse of the electorate, offering insights into the emerging trends and potential outcomes. As the electoral drama unfolds, Maharashtra finds itself at a critical juncture, where every move and decision could shape the destiny of the state for years to come.
07 June,2024 12:37 PM IST
India's mega event, the Lok Sabha Elections, wrapped up on June 1st after seven phases spread across 44 days. A whopping 15 million polling staff journeyed across the country to set up approximately 1 million polling stations, including in remote areas like villages, hills, deserts, and conflict zones. Despite scorching temperatures, voters across India turned up to cast their ballots during each phase with a total estimated voter count of 969 million people. To keep up with modern times, electronic voting machines were used for casting ballots, making the process more efficient and reliable. Now at stake are 543 seats in the Lok Sabha. The votes will be counted on Tuesday, June 4 and the counting for all constituencies will begin at 8 am. In the scene comes the most important question which is how the votes are counted in India and what's the process to it? Let us know all of it in this video.
07 June,2024 12:30 PM IST
Local sentiments flare as Ayodhya voters face backlash following BJP's defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Explore the fallout and community reactions in the wake of this surprising electoral outcome. BJP's focus on highways, airport development, and the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya didn't yield the expected results. Despite significant infrastructure projects, voters seemed disillusioned with the party's priorities.
07 June,2024 12:00 PM IST
Union Minister and BJP Lok Sabha MP from Mumbai North parliamentary constituency, Piyush Goyal, launched an attack on Rahul Gandhi for alleging a stock market scam after the market’s crash on June 4. Rahul Gandhi accused PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman of being involved in the alleged stock market scam. Rahul Gandhi alleged that it’s a scam of 30 Lakh crores and the common people of India lost the alleged amount of money. Piyush Goyal blamed Rahul Gandhi for misleading market investors. Piyush Goyal said, “Rahul Gandhi has still not overcome the loss in the Lok Sabha Elections. Now, he is conspiring to mislead the market investors. Today, India has become the fifth-largest economy.”
07 June,2024 10:50 AM IST
In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP's focus on highways, airport development, and the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya didn't yield the expected results. Despite significant infrastructure projects, voters seemed disillusioned with the party's priorities. Several reasons have been attributed to the BJP's shock setback in the temple town. This has sparked a debate online. Watch video to know what led BJP to lose in Ayodhya despite airports, highways and Ram Mandir construction. Watch video.
06 June,2024 05:37 PM IST
The US State Department praised India for successfully conducting the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, acknowledging it as the world's largest electoral exercise. Spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized the respect for the Indian people's choices regarding the formation of the government and coalition. He reiterated the commitment to work with Prime Minister Modi, as demonstrated by President Joe Biden's engagement since assuming office. Collaboration with India remains a priority across various issues, reflecting the enduring partnership between the two nations.
06 June,2024 05:27 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
