Democracy

A political storm erupted in Parliament after the opposition moved a no confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju strongly defended the Speaker and accused the Congress of undermining constitutional institutions.

In a landmark move that highlights linguistic and cultural identity, the Union Cabinet has approved a proposal to officially rename Kerala as Keralam. The decision now enters the constitutional process, bringing the southern state one step closer to adopting its traditional Malayalam name.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that the Union Budget 2026 should not be viewed as a traditional accounting document but as a strategic vision designed to propel India toward becoming a developed nation by 2047.

Vote counting has started across Bangladesh following the conclusion of polling in a landmark general election that could reshape the country’s political future after a period of unrest and leadership change. Early indications suggest a close contest as citizens await results that will determine the next government and influence national reforms.

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack in the Lok Sabha, accusing the government of compromising national interests with the new India-US interim trade agreement. Gandhi claimed the pact endangered farmers, energy security, and India’s strategic autonomy, calling it a “wholesale surrender” of the nation.

The Supreme Court of India on February 9 granted a one-week extension for completing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, with Chief Justice Surya Kant firmly stating that no obstacles will be tolerated in the process. The court also issued multiple directions to ensure smooth execution of the exercise amid legal…

The Lok Sabha on Monday saw intense confrontation between the government and opposition leaders as MPs clashed over the right of Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi to address the House before the Union Budget debate. With repeated disruptions and demands for parliamentary rights, the lower house was adjourned for the day, highlighting mounting tensions…

Parliamentary proceedings in the Lok Sabha were abruptly adjourned today after sustained protests by Opposition members prevented Prime Minister Narendra Modi from delivering his scheduled response. The disruption, sparked by multiple issues including dissent over procedural decisions, ended hopes of a key address in this phase of the Budget Session.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi confronted the government with an unreleased army memoir outside Parliament, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of evading responsibility during the 2020 China border standoff. The explosive political confrontation has reignited debate over defence transparency and parliamentary rules.