Internal opposition battles, including splits in Trinamool Congress and uncertainty in Shiv Sena (UBT), alongside the Congress-DMK alliance breakdown, are altering parliamentary numbers. This shift could empower the Modi government to advance key legislative goals, making previously difficult bills more achievable.
Internal opposition battles, including splits in Trinamool Congress and uncertainty in Shiv Sena (UBT), along with the Congress-DMK alliance breakdown, are altering parliamentary numbers. This shift could empower the Modi government to advance key legislative goals.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's temporary ban on Telegram, calling it a diversionary tactic that targets students instead of paper leak networks. He argues the ban inconveniences students using the platform for education and won't stop exam fraud.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated India is peace-loving but capable of decisively handling security threats, granting armed forces freedom to act against terrorism. He criticized past governments' approach to national security and highlighted India's economic growth and manufacturing prowess.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the Modi government's economic record against Rahul Gandhi's criticism, highlighting India's growth amid global challenges and accusing Gandhi of undermining national achievements. She cited poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and digital progress as key successes.
The Congress party has released a 75-page report criticizing the Modi government's performance over 12 years, highlighting unfulfilled promises in economy, job creation, social welfare, and other key areas.
Thousands of Indian youth gathered in Delhi for the first public protest of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a movement born from online satire targeting the Modi government's handling of education and unemployment, with demands for education system reform and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Rahul Gandhi blamed PM Modi's government for the suicide of NEET aspirant Akanksha, calling it a consequence of a "corrupt, broken system" after the NEET paper leak. He criticized Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and accused Modi of damaging India's education system.
Rahul Gandhi blamed PM Modi's government for the suicide of NEET aspirant Akanksha, citing the NEET-UG paper leak and a 'corrupt system'. He criticized Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and highlighted the father's sacrifices.
Opposition parties in India, including Congress and AAP, have strongly criticized the Modi government for recent increases in petrol and diesel prices. They accuse the government of "fuel loot" and burdening citizens despite stable international crude oil prices, questioning why India isn't buying cheaper oil from Russia and Iran.
India's opposition parties condemn the NDA government's decision to raise petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre, citing increased inflation and economic strain amid the global energy crisis.
The Congress party has demanded the immediate withdrawal of a Rs 10,000 increase in Haj airfare per pilgrim, alleging the Modi government has made the pilgrimage unaffordable for average Indian families. The Haj Committee of India cited rising global Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices due to the Middle East crisis as the reason for the one-time revision. Congress leader Syed Naseer Hussain accused the government of institutional failure, stating pilgrims had already paid in full and are now facing additional charges without prior notice or consultation.
Sonia Gandhi questioned the Modi government's planned delimitation, demanding it be preceded by a census and be politically equitable. She also called for an OBC sub-quota for women and labeled the process 'deeply flawed'.
