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India's Parliament concluded a turbulent monsoon session, marked by significant disruptions from student protests that put Prime Minister Modi on the defensive. The protests highlighted growing unrest and challenges for the government.
The chairperson of India's Parliament's Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, Nishikant Dubey, demanded an apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg for the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook Reel.
Gen Z slang terms like 'delulu' and 'clock it' were heard in the Indian Parliament following a 'cockroach' protest by the CJP. This marked a notable instance of youth language entering political discourse.
Thousands of protesters were blocked by police from marching on India's parliament, leading to demands from Left MPs for a statement from Amit Shah in Parliament regarding the police action.
The 'Chalo Sansad' march organized by the CJP to India's Parliament resulted in clashes with authorities, including a lathi charge and internet shutdowns in Delhi. The protest, which saw participation from prominent figures, led to the Lok Sabha being adjourned 7 times and the Rajya Sabha six, amid the din on the opening day of the monsoon session.
The Indian government has scheduled an all-party meeting to outline its legislative agenda for the upcoming monsoon session of Parliament, which includes seven bills ranging from income tax to national honour.
India's Parliament has extended an invitation to WazirX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, to participate in significant policy discussions, signaling potential regulatory developments.
The Indian Parliament is actively debating the Women's Reservation Bill, which proposes a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies. Prime Minister Modi has strongly advocated for its passage, addressing concerns about delimitation and OBC representation raised by opposition parties.
Data presented in India's Parliament reveals that only 9 women serve as CEOs and 25 as Managing Directors among the country's top 500 listed companies.
The chief of India's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology, Nishikant Dubey, has demanded an apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. This demand comes after a video featuring Prime Minister Modi was removed from Meta platforms, with Dubey alleging an intent to destabilize India.
India's Parliament is set to debate a tougher anti-paper leak law, following various states that have previously passed their own anti-cheating legislation.
Thousands of 'Cockroach' protesters demanding education reforms were blocked by police while attempting to march on India's parliament, with some reporting injuries in clashes after police banned the march. Police used batons and tear gas against the demonstrators, arresting the movement's founder.
Thousands of protesters, referred to as 'cockroach' protesters, demanding education reforms were blocked by police while attempting to march on India's parliament, with some reporting injuries in clashes after police banned the march.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has allocated the state's sole Rajya Sabha seat to the Congress party. This decision was made by the TVK, ensuring Congress representation in the upper house of India's Parliament.
A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
An article discusses the reasons behind Prime Minister Modi's desire to change the make-up of India's Parliament.
With the monsoon session of India's Parliament nearing its end, the Centre faces limited options for the Delimitation Bill, as the session has been marked by significant uproar over the past 16 days due to a police crackdown on student protests in Delhi.
India's Parliament monsoon session is facing a potential washout as the opposition toughens its stance, demanding discussions on Ram temple donations and police actions. Union ministers have criticized the opposition for boycotting legislative proceedings.
India's Parliament has seen no business conducted four days into its monsoon session due to ongoing protests, highlighting political disruptions.
Thousands of Indian youth, dubbed 'Cockroach activists,' marched towards Parliament in Delhi to protest alleged NEET exam leaks, resulting in violent clashes with police. Over 170 protesters and 118 police officers were injured as authorities used batons and tear gas to disperse the demonstration.
India's Parliament is set to begin its Monsoon Session with a busy legislative agenda, including the government's renewed push to pass the Women's Reservation Bill amidst altered parliamentary dynamics.
India's Parliament panel is examining the character limit on X (formerly Twitter), with chairman Nishikant Dubey citing the Right to Equality and announcing that major digital and social media platforms will be called for examination.
India's Parliament has blocked Prime Minister Modi's proposal to redraw voting boundaries, which was linked to a seat quota for women.
A renowned lawyer who has become India's first openly queer member of parliament, Menaka Guruswamy from West Bengal has said she will stand for "equality, fraternity and non-discrimination."