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Parliamentary Monsoon session: Amid Opposition's demand, Govt says it's ready to discuss Operation Sindoor

Amid demands from the Opposition, the Narendra Modi government has said that it is ready to hold discussions on Operation Sindoor in the parliament's ongoing monsoon session.

FirstUp: Monsoon session begins, India to receive Apache helicopters... Top news today

The Monsoon session of the Parliament is set to begin today with nearly eight new bills on the agenda. India will receive its first consignment of Apache attack helicopters. In the US, a court hearing in the dispute between Harvard University and the administration of President Donald Trump will take place in the Massachusetts district court.

Will Justice Varma be impeached in cash-at-home case?

Justice Yashwant Varma has been in hot water since a large amount of burnt cash was recovered from his official residence in the National Capital after a fire in March. There are reports that the Centre is considering impeaching Varma, who has transferred to the Allahabad High Court after the cash-at-home scandal came to light. But what do we know? Will he be impeached?

Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chennai see protests against Waqf bill. Here’s what happened

The passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, by Parliament has resulted in protests across India, including in Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Chennai. Those opposing the bill, which is currently awaiting the assent of the president, have claimed that it is ‘anti-democratic’ and vowed to challenge it in the Supreme Court

Waqf bill clears Rajya Sabha hurdle, gets Parliament's nod after 2-day marathon debate

Parliament passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, after a 13-hour debate in the Rajya Sabha, where it was approved with 128 votes in favor and 95 against. The Lok Sabha had earlier cleared it with 288 votes for and 232 against.

Waqf bill ready for tabling in Parliament, Cabinet approves the proposed law

The Union Cabinet has approved the revised Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024, paving the way for its introduction in Parliament. The bill incorporates amendments suggested from the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).

Waqf bill report tabled in Parliament, Opposition walks out in protest

The Report tabling of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill was tabled in the Rajya Sabha amid strong uproars by opposition parties. Afterward, the uproar led to a walkout by opposition MPs.

What is privilege motion against Sonia Gandhi over ‘poor thing’ remark on President Murmu?

BJP MPs have filed a privilege motion against Congress veteran Sonia Gandhi for her ‘poor thing’ remark on President Droupadi Murmu. Her son and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is also likely to face the same motion because of his ‘misleading’ remarks about the India-China border dispute

India eyes stricter immigration rules as Modi govt readies new bill

The Union government is set to introduce The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 in the upcoming Budget session, aiming to overhaul existing immigration laws. The Bill is expected to tighten border security, regulate migration, and streamline services for foreigners in India.

‘Ghalib in Parliament’: When former PM Manmohan Singh showed off his poetic side

Dr Manmohan Singh is widely regarded as the brains behind the economic changes that were implemented during PV Narasimha Rao's leadership and aided in the development of India's economy. Few people are aware, though, that the leader of reserve and quiet dignity, had a particular fondness for Urdu couplets