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Jul 19, 2026, 05:37 PM
Bankipur Assembly By-Election: Prashant Kishor Targets BJP, Claims Bihar Will See Change

Bankipur Assembly By-Election: Prashant Kishor Targets BJP, Claims Bihar Will See Change

The campaign for the Bankipur assembly by-election is in full swing. Meanwhile, Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj and the candidate in the by-election, has targeted the BJP. He also mentioned Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary. He said that this election is not just about electing an MLA for Bankipur. It is about electing someone better than Samrat Chaudhary as the Chief Minister of Bihar. He claimed that the BJP is bound to lose. Prashant Kishor, the candidate of Jansuraj in the Bankipur assembly by-election, claimed that Bihar will see a change. He said, "This election is about breaking the arrogance of the BJP, in which they thought that if they field a dog or a cat, then the people of Bankipur will vote for them. But today their condition is such that they are calling leaders from all over the country and moving them in every street." Prashant Kishor further said, "The minister is roaming in every street and locality from morning to evening. They are visiting 4 different houses.
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Aaj Tak
Jul 19, 2026, 04:57 PM
US Issues Security Alert for Citizens in Jordan Amid Tensions with Iran

US Issues Security Alert for Citizens in Jordan Amid Tensions with Iran

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the United States has issued a new security alert for its citizens in Jordan. The US Embassy in Jordan said on Sunday that a specific and credible threat has been received regarding the southern port city of Aqaba. The embassy advised US citizens to avoid travel to Aqaba's international airport and seaport. The US Embassy also claimed that Jordanian authorities have evacuated both compounds as a precaution. However, the Jordanian government rejected the US claim. Jordanian government spokesman Mohammed al-Momani said that no evacuation order has been issued for Aqaba Airport or seaport. He said that in the last few hours Jordanian security agencies have not detected any potential threat and that the airport and seaport are operating normally. Meanwhile, the Jordanian Armed Forces claimed that they shot down three Iranian missiles coming towards the country. Jordanian authorities evacuated both the compounds as a precaution. However, the Jordanian government has not issued any order to evacuate either the Aqaba Airport or the seaport. The Jordanian embassy reported no casualties or damage to its property in the incident.
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Jul 19, 2026, 04:39 PM
BJP Launches Four-Day Booth-Level Campaign Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027

BJP Launches Four-Day Booth-Level Campaign Ahead of Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027

In order to prepare for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2027, the BJP started a four-day booth level campaign from today. The campaign will run from July 19 to July 22 and through this campaign, the election strategy will be sharpened along with knowing the feed about the booth preparedness. On the first day of the four-day campaign, the feedback was taken from the booth in-charges. On the days of ΰ€—ΰ€―ΰ€Ύ.ΰ€†ΰ€—ΰ₯‡, booth level meetings will be held. The office bearers will migrate, especially the Shakti Kendra conveners will be discussed and the SC ST workers will also be communicated at the booth level. There are also plans to build new booths especially where the votes have shifted during the SIR. The BJP, which has always been in the election mode, is moving forward on the strategy of winning the booth this time as well. The general secretary of the state organization, Dharampal Singh, himself is handling the entire campaign. The office bearers who have been engaged in the work of booth management at the district level, are not only in touch with the office bearers of the booth but will also interact with the office bearers of the SC community in these four days.
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Jul 19, 2026, 04:37 PM
Bihar Legislative Assembly's Monsoon Session to Begin on July 20; Government to Introduce 13 Important Bills

Bihar Legislative Assembly's Monsoon Session to Begin on July 20; Government to Introduce 13 Important Bills

The monsoon session of the Bihar Legislative Assembly is going to start from 20 July. The government will introduce many important bills in this session. Before the session starts, Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar came to meet Speaker Prem Kumar and took his blessings. During this time, Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar said, "Tomorrow will be my first day in the Assembly and Legislative Council. I have come here to take the blessings of Speaker Prem Kumar. He is very experienced and has been very close to my father. Under his guidance, I will move forward." During the monsoon session, the government will introduce a total of 13 important bills in the house. These include Bihar Gambling (Prohibition) Bill, Bihar Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, Bihar Agricultural Land (Conversion for Non-Agricultural Purposes) (Repeal) Bill, Bihar Medical (Amendment) Bill and Bihar Nurses Registration (Amendment) Bill. Apart from this, the Bihar Sugar Undertakings (Urban Establishment) Bill, Bihar Private Shops (Regulation) Bill, Bihar University Terms of Service (Amendment) Bill and Bihar Employment (Amendment) Bill.
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Jul 19, 2026, 04:13 PM
BJP MP Demands Probe Into Rescue of Tribal Children from Udaipur

BJP MP Demands Probe Into Rescue of Tribal Children from Udaipur

The case of tribal children from Udaipur being rescued by railway police in Goa is now gaining political colour. BJP MP from Udaipur Dr. Mannalal Rawat has written a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, calling the whole matter serious. He has demanded a high-level investigation into the case. He has also said that if necessary, the case should be investigated by NIA, CBI and other central agencies. In fact, a few days ago, many children from the tribal area of Udaipur were being taken to Tamil Nadu. Railway Police in Goa rescued the children under suspicious circumstances. After this, all the children were brought back safely. There were allegations that the children were being taken away on the pretext of education and a better future and there were fears of conversion. After this development, political rhetoric has intensified. MP Mannalal Rawat has said in his letter that on the basis of preliminary information, the entire case is not limited to Rajasthan, Punjab, Chhattisgarh and the entire network of such states as Punjab, Jharkhand and Pakistan.
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Jul 19, 2026, 04:13 PM
Madhya Pradesh Police Crackdown Continues Amid Datia By-Election

Madhya Pradesh Police Crackdown Continues Amid Datia By-Election

Police crackdown on BJP leaders and workers continues in Madhya Pradesh amid Datia Assembly by-election. Almost a week after the FIR was registered in the Chakka Jam case, the police have now registered another case on the charge of forcibly closing the market. After this action, discussions have intensified in the political corridors of the district. According to the police, a complaint was received by some people during the protest on July 10 to close the market by pressuring the traders. On this basis, the Kotwali police station police have registered a complaint and started an investigation. Police say that further action will be taken on the basis of available evidence in the case. This whole development is related to the protest that took place after the BJP cut the ticket of Dr. Narottam Mishra in Datia by-election and made Ashutosh Tiwari a candidate. During the protest, the supporters blocked the national highway. The police used force to remove the jam, lathicharged and also fired tear gas shells. After this action, the police had registered a case against 27 people and the chairman of the municipality for various political activities.
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Jul 19, 2026, 03:58 PM
Iranian Foreign Minister Describes Tense Conversation with US Envoy

Iranian Foreign Minister Describes Tense Conversation with US Envoy

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made statements in which he said that when he and another official from Tehran were talking to US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff, the atmosphere was very tense. He said that during the conversation, he asked Witkoff if he had ever been involved in a conversation where there was a risk of being bombed at any moment. It was not clear what part or place of the conversation he was referring to. Araghchi says that Iran is not afraid of US threats. This is not Venezuela, where you catch one person. Everyone else retreats in fear. The conversation between Araghchi and Witkoff began during the nuclear talks. There have been several rounds of talks since then. Tehran says that this contact cannot be considered a formal conversation. Araghchi said in an interview with Iranian media news outlet Mehr that he did not mention Tehran's knee-jerk reaction to last year's military operation in the South American country. Araghchi said that talks would begin after the talks.
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Amar Ujala
Jul 19, 2026, 03:49 PM
Historic Bridge in Disrepair: Villagers Demand Construction Amid Traffic Woes

Historic Bridge in Disrepair: Villagers Demand Construction Amid Traffic Woes

According to the villagers, the bridge was built in the Mughal era and retains its ancient architecture. The bridge with three arches is completely broken. People have to take a long detour to reach their destination in the absence of a bridge. Many MLAs and MPs came during this time. However, the demand for the construction of the bridge was limited to assurances. The bridge is located between Laxmanpur Grant and Sarai Khasri under the Gosainganj Assembly. Villagers say that the bridge will provide direct access to thousands of people of dozens of villages, including Laxmanpur Grant Farm, Shivtar and Sarai Khasri. It will ease the traffic. Students, farmers, traders and patients will get special relief. Bharat Lal, Vinod Kumar, Rajit Ram, Indal Verma and many villagers have demanded from the government to get the bridge constructed soon.
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Jul 19, 2026, 03:48 PM
Delhi Traffic Police Issue Advisory Ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament

Delhi Traffic Police Issue Advisory Ahead of Monsoon Session of Parliament

Ahead of the monsoon session of Parliament and the proposed'Chalo Parliament'march by the Cockreach Janata Party (CJP), the Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued an advisory cautioning people against heavy traffic and restricted routes around the Parliament complex. As per the advisory, special traffic arrangements have been put in place in the New Delhi Range. Commuters are urged to plan their journey in advance and take extra time. According to the traffic police, the major routes likely to be affected include Rafi Marg, Motilal Nehru Marg, Maulana Azad Road, K Kamraj Marg, Raisina Road, Rajendra Prasad Road, Parliament Street, Ashoka Road, Talkatora Road, Pandit Pant Marg and Rakabganj Gurdwara Road. The police have advised motorists to avoid major intersections such as Vijay Chowk, Boat Club, Rail Bhawan Round 1, Sunehri Masjid Roundabout, Patel Chowk Roundabout, Buta Singh Roundabout, Prime Chowk Roundabout, GRG Roundabout and Jalebi Chowk.
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Amar Ujala
Jul 19, 2026, 03:47 PM
Royal Family Member Maharaja Govind Dev Joins BJP Ahead of By-Election in Datia

Royal Family Member Maharaja Govind Dev Joins BJP Ahead of By-Election in Datia

Party sources say that Govind Dev had been in touch with the BJP for some time and in view of the by-election, he duly decided to join the party. The royal family of Datia has always been the center of politics here. This time in the by-election, the Congress has made Kunwar Ghanshyam Singh of the royal family its candidate. Now the contest has become more interesting with the arrival of Maharaja Govind Dev from the same family. On the one hand, the candidate of the Congress, on the other hand, the other big name of the royal family standing with the BJP. The social influence of the royal family in Datia is still considered strong. The BJP has got a new moral strength in the city and the surrounding rural areas. Also Read - BJP Candidate from the Congress Platform in Datia Demands Votes, Know What Is The Complete Case Study BJP leaders believe that this will give the party a traditional vote bank as well as the trust of the voters who are associated with the royal family. State President of Maharaja Khandelwal said that the Maharaja Govind Dev's name will be welcomed in the BJP and the Kamal Singh family will be more than welcome in the Congress organization.
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Jul 19, 2026, 03:43 PM
Congress Demands Probe into Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Financial Irregularities

Congress Demands Probe into Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Financial Irregularities

NEW DELHI: A day ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, the Congress intensified its attack on the Narendra Modi government over alleged financial irregularities in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, urging the Prime Minister to respond to allegations of fund misappropriation and order an independent probe. Separately, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) sought an all-party meeting on the government's proposed delimitation exercise and amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh shared a joint letter written by Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge to Prime Minister Modi, saying it was "only appropriate" that the two Opposition leaders had sought answers on what the party described as "chanda chori, aastha se dhokha" (donation theft, betrayal of faith). Ramesh also invoked Modi's statement in Parliament on February 5, 2020, announcing the formation of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust following the Supreme Court's Ayodhya verdict. "In one of his rare token appearances in the Lok Sabha on February 5, 2020, the PM had taken full credit while announcing the establishment of this Trust, which has betrayed the faith and devotion of crores of devotees across the country. Pradhan Mantri Chuppi Todo!" Ramesh said in a post on X.
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Jul 19, 2026, 03:35 PM
Government Convenes All-Party Meeting Ahead of Monsoon Session Amid Opposition Protests

Government Convenes All-Party Meeting Ahead of Monsoon Session Amid Opposition Protests

The Monsoon Session will commence tomorrow and continue till the 13th of August. During the session, several important legislations are scheduled to be taken up for discussion and passage.On the eve of the Monsoon session, Government today convened an all-party meeting at Parliament House Annexe. The meeting was chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha Jagat Prakash Nadda, Ministers of State for Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal and Dr L Murugan were present in the meeting. Apna Dal leader Anupriya Patel, JDU leader Sanjay Jha, TDP leader Lavu Srikrishna Devarayalu, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, Samajwadi Party leader Dharmedra Yadav, Jharkhand Mukti Morch Rajya Sabha MP Mahua Maji along with over 50 Leaders from 40 political parties attended the meeting.Just after the meeting began, opposition parties staged a symbolic walkout from the meeting over the participation of Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). The NCPI is a registered party that has participated in the West Bengal Assembly elections, and recently, several rebel Trinamool Congress MPs have joined it. However, after registering their protest, the opposition members attended the meeting.Speaking to media after the meeting, Mr Kiren Rijiju urged all political parties to ensure the smooth functioning of Parliament and engage in constructive discussions on key issues. He stressed that meaningful debate, rather than disruptions, is essential for strengthening democracy.Talking to media, TMC MP Mahua Moitra said that the entire opposition parties including Congress, Samajwadi Party, DMK, JMM, Trinamool Congress, and Aam Aadmi Party have walked out from the meeting. She also alleged that NCPI is not a recognized parliamentary party.Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Pramod Tiwari described the walkout as a symbolic boycott against the NCPI being invited to the meeting.NCPI leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay slammed opposition parties for their protest during all party meeting. He said, in NDA, NCPI is now the second largest party.
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Jul 19, 2026, 03:30 PM
Indian PM Modi to Address Media Ahead of Monsoon Parliament Session

Indian PM Modi to Address Media Ahead of Monsoon Parliament Session

The monsoon session of parliament is going to start tomorrow (July 20, 2026) and before the beginning of this session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to address the media at Hans Gate of Parliament House. The monsoon session will start tomorrow (July 20) and will continue till August 13, 2026 next month. After this, the session will be adjourned on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day of the country. However, if needed, the parliament can resume its work. Before the beginning of the monsoon session, the secretary general of the Lok Sabha has issued a bulletin, in this bulletin, about the bills to be introduced by the government during the session. He said that in the coming session, the central government is expected to introduce the FCRA bill, 2026 and the Developed India Education Foundation bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The FCRA bill, 2026, to be introduced by the central government in the Lok Sabha, will not renew the FCRA certificate of any organization, and the Kerala government has recently refused to renew the certificate during the assembly elections.
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Aaj Tak
Jul 19, 2026, 03:24 PM
Lok Sabha Prepares for Monsoon Session with Business Advisory Committee Meeting

Lok Sabha Prepares for Monsoon Session with Business Advisory Committee Meeting

A day before the start of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) of the Lok Sabha met on Sunday under the chairmanship of Speaker Om Birla. In the meeting, representatives of the government and various political parties discussed the legislative business and other important issues to be discussed during the session. At the same time, time was also allocated for discussion on major bills to be introduced in the Lok Sabha. In the meeting, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla appealed to all parties to have a meaningful discussion on issues of public interest and national importance. He said that all parties should cooperate in the smooth functioning of the House while maintaining the dignity of Parliament, so that issues related to the public can be discussed comprehensively and constructively. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will take the first decision from the start of the Monsoon Session of Parliament tomorrow. The time fixed for discussion on these bills. This bill will be discussed in the Lok Sabha on 4 hours. It was introduced in the House on March 25, 2026. The purpose of the ordinance is to increase its time and transparency.
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Aaj Tak
Jul 19, 2026, 03:05 PM
Madhya Pradesh Politics: Congress Leader's Unexpected Banter with BJP Candidate

Madhya Pradesh Politics: Congress Leader's Unexpected Banter with BJP Candidate

Madhya Pradesh politics is in the seventh sky and in the meantime, there is news of an interesting political clash from Datia Assembly. Here in Chirula village, big leaders of Congress and BJP came face to face. Actually, a small election meeting of Congress was over in the village, then BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari's convoy passed by. Congress state president Jitu Patwari saw him from a distance and called him by voice. What happened after this has surprised the villagers and social media users present there. As Ashutosh Tiwari approached, Jitu Patwari joked with him that "You are going without meeting!" Taking care of the atmosphere, BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari said that "We have family relations. Congress colleagues have also come here for the election campaign, there is no harm in it." Family relations were still going on. Jitu Patwari suddenly took the mic in front of him and started talking to Ashutosh Tiwari about you.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:58 PM
Indian Government to Introduce Five Key Bills in Parliament's Monsoon Session

Indian Government to Introduce Five Key Bills in Parliament's Monsoon Session

Also Read - Parliament: Govt to introduce five new bills in Monsoon Session; Centre's preparation on'Vande Mataram'insult? Advertisement The meeting also fixed time for discussion on several important bills. According to these: The government is preparing to introduce and pass several important bills in Parliament during the Monsoon Session. Prominent among them are the Foreign Contribution Law (FCRA), Income Tax Law, increasing the number of judges in the Supreme Court, Birth and Death Registration System, Law related to National Honour and Reforms in the MSME sector. A day before the start of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla appealed to all political parties to cooperate in the peaceful, orderly and smoothly running of the House. He said that there should be a comprehensive and meaningful discussion on the issues related to the people in Parliament, so that the problems of the people can be solved. Lok Sabha Speaker chaired a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee. In this meeting, representatives of the government and the opposition gave suggestions on the upcoming legislative session and other public interest bills.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:52 PM
Unlikely Greeting: Congress Leader Meets Rival Candidate Amidst Madhya Pradesh By-Election Campaign

Unlikely Greeting: Congress Leader Meets Rival Candidate Amidst Madhya Pradesh By-Election Campaign

In the midst of campaigning for the Datia Assembly by-election in Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday (July 19), Chirula village witnessed such a scene, which added a different color to the election atmosphere. Congress state president Jitu Patwari was addressing a public meeting in support of Congress candidate Kunwar Ghanshyam Singh. Meanwhile, BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari was also doing public relations in the village. When Ashutosh Tiwari started greeting Jitu Patwari from a distance.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:51 PM
NC Expels CEC Akhoon Over BJP Support, Fueling Speculation on Political Realignment in Kargil

NC Expels CEC Akhoon Over BJP Support, Fueling Speculation on Political Realignment in Kargil

The National Conference (NC) on Saturday expelled Dr Jaffer Ali Akhoon, the Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, from the party’s primary membership for six years. The immediate trigger for the action was Akhoon’s decision to secure the passage of the Kargil district’s annual budget with the support of the BJP. Even as the BJP backing Akhoon has fuelled speculation about a possible political realignment in Kargil, the NC has so far acted only against Akhoon and not against its 12 councillors who also voted in favour of the budget. The LAHDC, Kargil is the region’s elected local governance body. Like its counterpart in Leh, it has 30 members β€” 26 elected and four nominated. The last LAHDC Kargil elections were held in October 2023, the first since Ladakh became a Union Territory following the abrogation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019. The NC-Congress alliance swept the polls, winning 22 of the 26 seats. The NC secured 12 seats and Congress 10, while the BJP won two seats and the other going to Independents. The four nominated councillors sided with the BJP, taking its strength in the council to six. As both alliance partners had won nearly an equal number of seats, the NC and Congress agreed on a power-sharing arrangement. Under the agreement, the NC would head the council for the first two-and-a-half years before handing over the post of CEC to Congress. Akhoon was elected CEC as the NC’s nominee. However, when his two-and-a-half-year term ended, Akhoon refused to step down, triggering a political confrontation within the alliance. In May this year, Congress moved a no-confidence motion against him, which was backed by some NC councillors. While the motion remained pending, the annual budget became the first major test of Akhoon’s majority in the council. The budget was eventually passed with the support of all 12 NC councillors, six BJP councillors, one Congress councillor and one Independent. Nine Congress councillors and another Independent stayed away from the proceedings. The vote not only strengthened Akhoon’s position but also indicated the possibility of a new political alignment between sections of the NC and the BJP in Kargil. Akhoon, however, described the BJP’s backing as β€œunconditional support” and denied any political understanding. For the NC, the development came at a politically sensitive time. The party has been mounting its first major political campaign against the BJP-led Centre over the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Against this backdrop, Akhoon’s acceptance of BJP support was seen by the party leadership as politically untenable, prompting his expulsion. Political equations in Ladakh are often shaped as much by influential socio-religious institutions as by political parties. In Kargil, two such institutions β€” the Islamia School Kargil and the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust β€” play a significant role in influencing electoral outcomes. While the Islamia School has traditionally backed regional parties, the Imam Khomeini Memorial Trust has generally been closer to the Congress. The two institutions, however, have also demonstrated political independence. During the 2024 Lok Sabha election, both backed Independent candidate Haneefa Jan instead of the INDIA bloc’s official nominee. Political observers in Kargil say the current rift between Akhoon and the National Conference may not be permanent. β€œPolitics in Kargil is driven more by local interests than rigid party lines,” said a leader. β€œGive it some time and everything could be back to normal.”
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The Moscow Times
Jul 19, 2026, 02:46 PM
Delhi Police Enforces Prohibitory Orders Ahead of CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' March

Delhi Police Enforces Prohibitory Orders Ahead of CJP's 'Chalo Sansad' March

Security has been tightened across the New Delhi district ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament and the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed "Chalo Sansad" march on Monday, with Delhi Police enforcing prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The CJP has called for the march to protest alleged irregularities in the NEET examination and demand the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. In a public advisory issued on X on Sunday, Deputy Commissioner of Police (New Delhi) Sachin Sharma said the police had neither received nor granted permission for any such protest march. "Delhi Police categorically clarifies that no permission has been sought or granted for any such protest march/procession," the advisory said. The DCP noted that prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS (formerly Section 144 of the CrPC) remain in force across the New Delhi district. Under the restrictions, protest marches, processions, demonstrations and assemblies of five or more people are prohibited, except at the designated protest site at Jantar Mantar and only with prior permission.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:45 PM
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Calls Meeting Ahead of Monsoon Session

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Calls Meeting Ahead of Monsoon Session

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called on the Business Advisory Committee Meeting ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, commencing tomorrow. During the meeting, members representing the Government as well as various political parties exchanged views on the legislative and other business proposed to be taken up during the Session. Members also suggested several matters of public importance and national concern for discussion during the Session.Addressing the meeting, Mr Birla emphasized the importance of constructive deliberations, meaningful participation and adherence to the highest parliamentary traditions. He appealed to all parties to extend their full cooperation in ensuring the smooth and orderly conduct of the proceedings. Mr Birla expressed confidence that all members would work collectively to ensure a productive and dignified Monsoon Session in the larger public interest.
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Kalinga TV
Jul 19, 2026, 02:37 PM
BJP Welcomes Three Former TMC MPs, Including Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, into Party Ranks

BJP Welcomes Three Former TMC MPs, Including Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, into Party Ranks

Kolkata : Former TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy is set to take the oath as a BJP Rajya Sabha MP in the national capital on July 20 (Monday). β€œI am going to Delhi as I have to take the oath as a Rajya Sabha MP tomorrow…” Roy told reporters. The oath-taking ceremony comes after Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, along with former Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs Sushmita Dev and Prakash Chik Baraik, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on July 9 in the presence of West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya at the party office in Salt Lake, Kolkata. Welcoming the three leaders into the party, Bhattacharya said they had reposed faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said, β€œThis is a joyous occasion for us, and the entire BJP is delighted. On behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party, and as its state President, I–along with our workers, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, the entire cabinet, and our whole organisation–welcome these three individuals wholeheartedly and with great happiness.” The development came after the three leaders resigned from the Rajya Sabha and the Trinamool Congress. Shortly after joining the Bharatiya Janata Party, former Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MPs, Sushmita Dev and Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, cited trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision as a reason to join the BJP. Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, while speaking to ANI, expressed his optimism regarding the BJP’s governance style and its commitment to its manifesto. β€œThis government has begun working by taking up every agenda item listed in the manifesto and doing so with great speed and vigour. The general public is happy about this. More work will follow, and that is why we are filled with great hope and joy,” Roy stated. (Source: ANI)
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Kalinga TV
Jul 19, 2026, 02:32 PM
Indian PM Modi to Address Media Ahead of Monsoon Session

Indian PM Modi to Address Media Ahead of Monsoon Session

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to address the media at 10:15 am at Hans Dwar, Parliament House, ahead of the commencement of the Monsoon Session on Monday. This development comes ahead of the start of the upcoming Monsoon Session. The Monsoon Session of the Parliament will begin on July 20 and will go on till August 13, with a break for Independence Day celebrations before the Houses reconvene if required. In the upcoming session, the Centre is expected to table the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 and the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha during the upcoming Monsoon Session of the Parliament, the Secretary General of the Lower House stated in a bulletin. The Bill provides for the cessation of the FCRA certificate of an organisation upon expiry, non-renewal or refusal of renewal by the government. The amendments also establish a designated authority for β€œa comprehensive framework for vesting, supervision, management and disposal of foreign contribution and assets, including provisional and permanent vesting.” The Bill has become a major issue of contention ahead of the Keralam Assembly elections, as the state houses a major Christian population and several NGOs and organisations drawing funds under the FCRA. Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, formerly the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) Bill, aims to replace the University Grants Commission (UGC), the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). The Bill also brings Institutes of National Importance (INIs) under the regulatory framework for the first time, whereas until now they functioned largely outside such oversight. The proposed legislation faced criticism due to its Section 15(3)(g), which provides that the proposed higher education commission β€œshall be bound” by policy directions issued by the Central government and that in the event of any disagreement, β€œthe Government’s decision shall be final”. However, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the provision does not represent a shift in the existing legal framework. The Bill will be brought in an environment where Dharmendra Pradhan has faced significant criticism over the NEET-UG paper leak. The government has listed the Income-tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, among the key economy-related legislations proposed for introduction during the Session. The Congress and the opposition parties will flag the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation embezzlement case, NEET-UG and other paper leaks, the E20 fuel and India’s foreign policy as issues in Parliament. (Source: ANI)
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:22 PM
President Droupadi Murmu's Visit to Moldova and Romania Marked as Historic Milestone

President Droupadi Murmu's Visit to Moldova and Romania Marked as Historic Milestone

Ambassador to Moldova and Romania, Dr Manoj Kumar Mohapatra has said that President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to the two countries will be historic. Talking to Prasar Bharati, Dr Mohapatra said, India and Moldova enjoy warm and friendly relations and the visit would mark a significant and historical milestone and elevate bilateral ties to a broad-based partnership. He said, Romania is a valuable partner in the European Union and with the conclusion of India-EU Free Trade Agreement, bilateral economic partnership would strengthen further in the coming years.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:10 PM
Lok Sabha's Business Advisory Committee Meets to Discuss Public Interest Issues

Lok Sabha's Business Advisory Committee Meets to Discuss Public Interest Issues

The Business Advisory Committee (BAC) of the Lok Sabha met today under the chairmanship of the Speaker. The meeting began on Monday. In this meeting, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla called representatives of all political parties in the Lok Sabha to give their views on issues of public interest. During the meeting, members of the government and different political parties shared their views on legal and other matters to be taken up during the session. Members also suggested several matters of public importance and national concern to be discussed during the session. Speaker Om Birla stressed the importance of constructive dialogue, meaningful participation and adhering to the highest parliamentary traditions. He appealed to all parties to extend their full cooperation in running the proceedings in a smooth and orderly manner so that issues concerning the people can be discussed in a thorough and beneficial manner. The committee took note of the suggestions of the members. The schedule of the discussion and the time allocation for different items of work will be worked out according to the parliamentary procedures and the political leaders of the government.
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Jul 19, 2026, 02:01 PM
Vijay's Jana Nayagan Set to Release After Censorship Battle

Vijay's Jana Nayagan Set to Release After Censorship Battle

After months of uncertainty due to a censorship battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), director H Vinoth’s Jana Nayagan , starring actor-turned-politician Vijay in the lead role, is all set for release. One of the most anticipated Indian films of the year, since it was supposed to mark Vijay’s swansong before his full-fledged political entry in the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Jana Nayagan was initially scheduled to hit the screens on January 9, coinciding with the Pongal season. Don’t Miss | β€˜I have no positives as an actor’: When Mammootty revealed how he overcame his β€˜negatives’ However, it became embroiled in a certification battle, leading to its release being postponed indefinitely. The movie finally received an β€˜A’ certificate earlier this month, after which the makers announced that Jana Nayagan would hit the screens on Thursday, July 23. With its release right around the corner, the political action drama’s advance bookings have commenced, and tickets are selling like hotcakes. Vijay, who currently serves as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, is already demonstrating his command over the box office, which remains undiminished, despite it being almost two years since his last film, director Venkat Prabhu’s The Greatest of All Time , hit the screens. Must Read | When Kamal Haasan cried for an entire day after learning the β€˜truth’ about his mother Within hours of ticket sales beginning, Jana Nayagan earned Rs 6.7 crore (including block seats) in the domestic market as of 7 pm on Sunday, July 19. While the Tamil edition of the movie has grossed Rs 3.86 crore through the sale of 1,33,904 tickets across 2,399 shows, the Telugu and Hindi versions of the film are yet to gain momentum, according to industry tracker Sacnilk . Interestingly, the political action drama has registered Rs 2.59 crore (including block seats) in Karnataka, followed by Rs 2.47 crore in Tamil Nadu and Rs 1.32 crore in Kerala. Advance bookings for the movie are expected to surge in the coming hours, leading to a bumper opening on July 23. However, it remains to be seen whether Jana Nayagan will break director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Rajinikanth-led Coolie’s record (Rs 151 crore) to deliver the highest day-one worldwide collection for a Tamil film. This record previously belonged to Vijay’s Leo (Rs 148.5 crore). Also starring Pooja Hegde, Bobby Deol, Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Priyamani, Narain, and Nassar in key roles, Jana Nayagan features music by Anirudh Ravichander. Also Read | Malayalam’s answer to Pushpa? Why Rs 35 cr actioner Kattalan met shocking fate at box office During a recent interview, producer K Venkata Narayana of KVN Productions, which bankrolled the film, had revealed that they are targeting a release across 7,000 to 8,000 screens in more than 30 countries. He also mentioned that the film has undergone substantial changes from the version that was at the centre of the censorship controversy. β€œThere have been a lot of modifications and additions to the film. What audiences are going to experience in theatres is very different, with the addition of some songs and several changes. This movie has gone through many challenges since the beginning of the year to reach where it is today,” he told NDTV .
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Free Press Journal
Jul 19, 2026, 01:54 PM
Calcutta High Court Halts Demolition of Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee's Office

Calcutta High Court Halts Demolition of Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee's Office

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Sunday granted interim relief to Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee by ordering an immediate halt to the demolition of his Lok Sabha constituency office in Amtala, South 24 Parganas. The court directed all parties to maintain status quo until the next hearing or further orders. Let us know! πŸ‘‚ What type of content would you like to see from us this year? The relief came after Banerjee's company, Leaps and Bounds, approached the High Court seeking urgent intervention against the demolition. The matter was mentioned before Justice Raja Basu Chowdhury after the petitioner claimed that the property had valid ownership documents despite being subjected to bulldozer action. The demolition sparked a political controversy, with the TMC alleging that the operation was carried out in the presence of BJP leaders even though the dispute was already pending before the High Court. Reacting to the development, Banerjee accused the West Bengal Police of violating the law during the demolition. In a post on X, he claimed that despite Supreme Court and High Court judgments declaring arbitrary bulldozer demolitions unconstitutional, his constituency office had been razed. The TMC MP further alleged that videos from the site showed police personnel carrying away laptops, printers, official documents, furniture and other office equipment along with BJP workers. Describing the operation as "theft in uniform" rather than a lawful demolition, he accused the police of showing complete disregard for the rule of law while the matter remained sub judice. The latest plea follows an earlier petition filed by the Trinamool Congress after the party alleged that its office was attacked soon after the Assembly election results. The party had claimed that the police failed to take action and had approached the High Court, where the matter was listed before Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya but was not taken up for hearing. Following Sunday's proceedings, the High Court restrained authorities from carrying out any further demolition at the site and ordered maintenance of status quo, providing temporary relief to Banerjee until the matter is heard again.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:52 PM
Villagers in Talla Nagpur Area Demand Development Projects, Refuse to Postpone Regional Movement

Villagers in Talla Nagpur Area Demand Development Projects, Refuse to Postpone Regional Movement

Angered by the sloppy attitude of the administration, there will be no more peaceful photoshoots. There is growing resentment among the people's representatives and villagers for the pending four-point demands of the Talla Nagpur area. Kedarnath MLA Asha Nautiyal also reached to convince the villagers angry with the sloppy attitude of the administration regarding the development of the area. She asked for a month's time but the villagers did not agree. The people's representatives made it clear that Tala Nagpur has so far been deceived only by false assurances. Therefore, the proposed regional movement from July 22 will not be postponed in any case until the work starts on the ground. The villagers are demanding the construction of a polytechnic building, drinking water and parking, etc. in the area. A meeting of the local people was held last month in which the administration was given an ultimatum of 15 days. In this regard, the Kedarnath MLA held talks with the people's representatives and villagers in Chopta. During this time, the people expressed anger over the sloppy attitude of the officials.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:51 PM
Uttar Pradesh Opposition Parties Engage in Seat Sharing Tussle Ahead of Assembly Elections

Uttar Pradesh Opposition Parties Engage in Seat Sharing Tussle Ahead of Assembly Elections

The biggest question before the opposition in Uttar Pradesh before the assembly elections next year is not only to challenge the BJP, but also to decide the leadership and share within the opposition. That is why these days the most talked about is the increasing tussle between the Samajwadi Party and the Congress over seat sharing. Both parties are targeting each other in public. The rhetoric is getting louder. Sometimes Congress leaders are questioning the political style of the Samajwadi Party, sometimes the SP is reminding the Congress of its political status in Uttar Pradesh. This conflict is no longer limited to alliance talks, but has reached personal remarks between leaders many times. But amid this whole political fight, the Congress is quietly working on a strategy that can increase the difficulties of the Samajwadi Party in the coming days. A few days ago, Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai said that the party was preparing for all the 403 assembly seats in the state.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:50 PM
NCPI Gains Recognition as Second Largest Ally of BJP-Led NDA

NCPI Gains Recognition as Second Largest Ally of BJP-Led NDA

The arrangement of separate seating arrangement in the Lok Sabha of 20 rebel MPs who joined the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) after breaking away from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), which was in power in West Bengal for 15 years under the leadership of former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, has been approved by the Speaker of the House, Om Birla. At the same time, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has also recognized Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar as the Chief Whip of the NCPI in Parliament and Sudip Bandyopadhyay as the Floor Leader. After the approval of the separate seating arrangement of the NCPI MPs by the Lok Sabha Speaker and the recognition of the leaders, now the Nationalist Citizens Party of India is going to make its new beginning as the second largest ally of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) -led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Center in the coming monsoon session of the country's parliament. After 239 MPs of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the NDA, the National Citizens Party of India (NCPI) has the second largest seating arrangement with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCPI).
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:47 PM
Purvanchal Ekta Seva Samiti Elections Reach Crucial Juncture

Purvanchal Ekta Seva Samiti Elections Reach Crucial Juncture

Rohtak: The elections to the Purvanchal Ekta Seva Samiti have reached a crucial juncture. The secretary and treasurer of the Samiti have been elected unopposed on the day of withdrawal of nominations on Sunday. Now Sanjeev Singh and Madan Singh are in direct contest for the post of pradhan. Voting for the post of pradhan will be held on July 26. Sunday was the last day for withdrawal of nominations under the Purvanchal Ekta Seva Samiti elections. By evening, nine out of a total of 13 candidates withdrew their nominations. A total of six members had filed their nominations for the post of pradhan. Subodh Kumar, Ramdhar Singh, Mahesh Sahni and Anuj Kumar have withdrawn their nominations for the post of pradhan. Now Sanjeev Singh and Madan Singh are in the fray for the post of pradhan. Brij Kishore, Sanjay Kumar, Vikrant have withdrawn their nominations for the post of secretary. Dinesh Kumar has been declared elected unopposed as secretary. A total of three members had filed their nominations for the post of ad hoc president. Babu Lal and Kapil Dev Mahto had withdrawn their nominations for the post of treasurer.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:45 PM
BJP District Meeting Held in Gohana, Emphasizes Voter Registration and Welfare Schemes

BJP District Meeting Held in Gohana, Emphasizes Voter Registration and Welfare Schemes

Gohana: BJP District Gohana meeting was held under the chairmanship of District President Bijendra Malik at District Office, Sonipat Road. In the meeting, in-charge Dr. Kiran Kalkal guided the workers. Bijendra Malik said that on 21st July, meetings will be held at all Shakti Kendras of Gohana. Instructed the workers to complete the preparations for these meetings on time and make the upcoming programs of the party successful. In-charge Dr. Kiran Kalkal said that the votes of the youth who have completed 18 years of age must be made. He called upon the workers to be active to spread the information about the welfare schemes of the government to the door to door and to get the benefits of these schemes to the maximum number of people. In the advertisement meeting, District General Secretary Mahendra Chidana, Jitendra Sharma, Balram Kaushik, Narendra Gahlawat, Krishan Saini, Dr. Ramesh Kashyap, Reena Sharma, Bhupendra Mudgil, Paramveer Saini, Pawan Sharma, Mukesh Rohilla, Dr. Rammehar Rathi, Rajesh Bhavar, Kuldeep Sain, Sainik, Sainik, Inderpal, Vinod Kumar, Surendra Singh, Vinod Bhawal, Suraj Kumar,
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:34 PM
Amit Shah Hails West Bengal's Historic Change, Lays Foundation Stone for Amul's Mega Dairy Plant

Amit Shah Hails West Bengal's Historic Change, Lays Foundation Stone for Amul's Mega Dairy Plant

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said that many political changes took place in different states of the country after independence, but the change in Bengal is the most unique and historic. Addressing the ceremony after laying the foundation stone of Amul's mega dairy plant in the evening at the Vishwa Bangla Convention Center in Newtown, Kolkata, on the third and last day of his visit to Bengal, the Home Minister said that Bengal was once the guide of the whole country in every field. He said that for the last three decades, Bengal suffered from the foreign ideology of the Left and then faced the corrupt rule of the Trinamool Congress for 15 years. Now the people of the state have chosen the path of change. The House laid the foundation stone of Amul's proposed world's largest yoghurt production plant at Sankrail in Howrah district through this program. The plant will be set up at Sankrail Food Park at a cost of Rs 650 crore by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation. During this light election, the Home Minister said that after Narendra Modi's victory in the assembly elections, the Prime Minister has come to Bengal to sweeten a yoghurt (sweetmeat).
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:31 PM
Indian Government Introduces Bill to Make Insulting 'Vande Mataram' Punishable

Indian Government Introduces Bill to Make Insulting 'Vande Mataram' Punishable

Also Read - Monsoon Session: Opposition to corner govt on Wangchuk issues, Amit Shah to introduce which bill? Advertisement On the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament on Monday, the Central Government will introduce a bill in the Rajya Sabha to make insulting'Vande Mataram'a punishable offence. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will introduce the'Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026'in the House. The bill will amend the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. Under the existing law, insulting the national flag, the Constitution and the national anthem'Jana Gana Mana'is an offence punishable by up to three years in jail. Under the proposed amendment, the national song'Vande Mataram'will also be given the same legal protection as the national anthem. Legal action will be taken against anyone who obstructs the singing of'Vande Mataram'or insults it in any form. The government is bringing this bill at a time when the 150th anniversary of'Vande Mataram'is being celebrated across the country.
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Aaj Tak
Jul 19, 2026, 01:26 PM
FIFA World Cup Final to Feature Unlikely Geopolitical Encounter

FIFA World Cup Final to Feature Unlikely Geopolitical Encounter

On the night of Sunday-Monday, New York's MetLife Stadium is not only going to be the biggest witness in football history, but it is going to be a stage for the strangest conundrum of geopolitics that no one could have imagined. On the one hand, on the field, when the giants of Spain and Argentina will be facing each other for the glittering trophy of the FIFA World Cup, and more than 80,000 spectators will be enjoying this historic adventure, at the same time, a different'match'will also be going on in the VIP box of the stadium. During this grand festival, the President of the host country, Donald Trump, will have to receive a leader who is considered to be one of his biggest and bitter critics on the global stage. On the other hand, see the game of luck that Trump, who is considered to be the most staunch friend and admirer in the world, has himself refused to come to New York on this historic occasion. In this match, the team of Spain has made the final.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:18 PM
Congress Launches Organisational Restructuring Campaign in Karnataka

Congress Launches Organisational Restructuring Campaign in Karnataka

He said, "All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary ΰ€•ΰ₯‡.ΰ€Έΰ₯€. Venugopal will be coming to inaugurate this campaign on July 24. Congress has started organisational restructuring campaign all over the country. Karnataka is the only state left in South India where this campaign is yet to start." AdvertisementHariprasad said that about 170 observers will be involved in this campaign. There will be 40 AICC and about 120 Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC). All of them will spend at least seven days in every district, visit all blocks and recommend whether the existing District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents should be retained or replaced. He said that the final decision will be taken by the top leadership of the party on the basis of the observers'report. He described it as the first comprehensive organisational campaign after the resolution passed by the Congress Working Committee in Belagavi. On the question of change in KPCC office-bearers, Hariprasad said that after the last president's resignation, the new committee will be formed and the current general secretary will continue to be its secretary, "he said.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:09 PM
TMC MP Criticizes Speaker's Decision Allowing Rebel MPs to Sit Separately

TMC MP Criticizes Speaker's Decision Allowing Rebel MPs to Sit Separately

On Sunday (July 19), TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee has issued a statement. His statement came against the permission given by Om Birla to the rebel MPs to sit separately in the House. He said that the decision to give a separate seat to the 20 rebel MPs was not as expected. The disqualification petitions against the rebel MPs are already pending with the Speaker. No action was taken before taking a decision on these. According to ANI, Banerjee said, "We have already filed petitions before the Speaker seeking disqualification on the grounds of defection. In such a situation, it was not expected from the Speaker to give recognition to them (rebel MPs) without taking any decision on those 20 petitions." This whole development took place when Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju invited TMC leaders Sudip Bandyopadhyay and Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar to join the all-party meeting. Opposition leaders immediately started protesting against this and left the meeting.
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Jul 19, 2026, 01:08 PM
MP Cabinet Approves UCC Draft, Makes Nikah Halala Punishable Offense

MP Cabinet Approves UCC Draft, Makes Nikah Halala Punishable Offense

Also Read - MP UCC: Mohan Cabinet approves UCC draft, Nikah Halala to be punishable offence; Strict rules for Lin-in promulgatedCM says his government has started a tradition of linking cabinet meetings with places of historical and cultural importance in the state. So far, special cabinet meetings have been held in Jabalpur, Singrampur, Maheshwar, Indore's Rajwada, Pachmarhi, Khajuraho and Nagalwadi. These places were selected to honour the memory of great personalities like Rani Durgavati, Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, Raja Bhabhut Singh and Krantisurya Tantya Mama. Also Read - MP News: CM Mohan Yadav Leaves VIP Convoy, Ministers and Officers to Arrive by Electric Bus In the cabinet meeting, the Chief Minister also informed about the rain situation in the state. He informed that so far, more than normal rainfall has been recorded in eight districts, 23 normal rainfall in 23 districts and less than normal rainfall in Burhanpur, Dewas, Malwa, Malwa and Neemuch.
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Jul 19, 2026, 12:56 PM
Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session Set to Begin Amid Calls for New Anti-Defection Law

Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session Set to Begin Amid Calls for New Anti-Defection Law

The monsoon session of Parliament is set to begin on Monday (July 20). The session is likely to discuss several important bills. The opposition parties are preparing to corner the government on several issues. Meanwhile, Congress MP Manish Tewari has stressed on the urgent need for a new anti-defection law and demanded a discussion on it. He referred to the politics of opportunism and said that the current form of the Lok Sabha is the exact opposite of the mandate of 2024. Congress MP Manish Tewari said, "The mandate given by the people in 2024, there has been a huge difference in the form of today's Lok Sabha. This difference has come in the last 4 months. Parliament should leave all the work and discuss that the country needs a new anti-defection law. Opportunistic politics should be stopped." He added, "The biggest priority of Parliament in this monsoon session should be that it should stop all the work and discuss the urgent need for a new anti-defection law. We should discuss outside the state and make it a matter of policy and how to make it reflective of the real political developments in the country.
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Jul 19, 2026, 12:49 PM
Madhya Pradesh Government Approves Draft of Uniform Civil Code

Madhya Pradesh Government Approves Draft of Uniform Civil Code

The Madhya Pradesh government has taken a big decision regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). The state cabinet has approved the draft of the UCC. Now this bill will be presented in the house during the assembly session starting from Monday (July 20). The politics of the state has also heated up about this decision of the government. After the approval of the cabinet, many ministers of the government called it a historic step and put forward their views. State cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya said, "Our political journey started from the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and we have been in favor of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) since the beginning. We opposed the implementation of Article 370 by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. We believed that there cannot be two flags, two constitutions and two heads in one country. This was the first movement of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh. In that struggle, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee made the supreme sacrifice for the country. We always remained committed to the same ideology and as soon as we got the opportunity, we abolished Article 370." This should not be applied to every citizen on the basis of any special law.
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Jul 19, 2026, 12:45 PM
TMC Rebel Leader Claims NCPI as Largest NDA Constituent, Demands Changes to Lok Sabha Seating Arrangements

TMC Rebel Leader Claims NCPI as Largest NDA Constituent, Demands Changes to Lok Sabha Seating Arrangements

Bandyopadhyay, who joined the NCPI along with 19 other rebel TMC MPs after the West Bengal Assembly election results, claimed that the NCPI is also the largest constituent of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). He said, "I have never seen a walkout during an all-party leaders meeting. NCPI is recognised by the Election Commission. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar is going to submit all documents to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla." AdvertisementSudeep Bandyopadhyay said that after 20 Lok Sabha MPs joined the NCPI, the Trinamool Congress has now become a smaller party. He said, "I also demanded in the all-party meeting that the smaller party should not be given a front row seat in the Lok Sabha. The party (TMC) is now left with only eight MPs." At the all-party meeting called by the government ahead of the monsoon session of Parliament on Sunday, the entire opposition walked out symbolically. Supriya Sule, MP, and Kakoli Ghosh, Lok Sabha Speaker, questioned the decision of the government.
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Jul 19, 2026, 12:44 PM
Samajwadi Party MP Demands Fair Probe into Ram Temple Donation Theft

Samajwadi Party MP Demands Fair Probe into Ram Temple Donation Theft

Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party MP Dharmendra Yadav has reacted to the theft of donations in the Ram temple in Ayodhya. He said that all the facts should come out. Sanatan's sentiments have been hurt, it should be discussed inside the house. He also questioned the SIT's investigation. Samajwadi Party MP Dharmendra Yadav said, "Who is the SIT? The members of the SIT themselves are trapped. They themselves are at the mercy of the government. Will they conduct a fair investigation? All the parties'views will come out on this issue. I am not an official spokesperson of other parties. I am talking about our leaders. We are constantly protesting against this." He further said, "We want that the feelings of more than 100 crore Sanatanis have been hurt. Who should be discussed inside the house. All the facts should come out. Who is the culprit. Where was the land purchased by the Sanatan in the 90s?
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Aaj Tak
Jul 19, 2026, 12:41 PM
Tensions Rise: Iran Threatens UAE, US Issues Global Security Alert

Tensions Rise: Iran Threatens UAE, US Issues Global Security Alert

A report by the American newspaper Wall Street Journal (WSJ) claims that Iran has indicated to Saudi Arabia and Oman that it plans to target the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a large scale. According to the report, a missile attack on the UAE is expected within the next 24 hours. However, there is no official confirmation from Iran or the UAE on this claim. Meanwhile, the US State Department has issued a Global Security Alert in view of the rapidly deteriorating security situation in the Middle East. The security situation in the region remains extremely complex and volatile. US citizens around the world, especially those living in or planning to travel to the Middle East, are urged to exercise extra vigilance and follow security advisories. Meanwhile, the US has carried out attacks on several Iranian bases for the eighth consecutive day. According to the US Central Command (CENOTCM), these actions, directed by President Donald Trump, are aimed at undermining the ability of US troops to operate and commercial ships.
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