Polls to 12 Rajya Sabha seats on September 3

The Election Commission announced elections for 12 Rajya Sabha seats across nine states on September 3, following vacancies created by newly elected Lok Sabha members. The BJP is expected to win 7 of these seats, raising its tally in the Upper House to 94. The NDA’s combined strength will be 117, just shy of a…

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RPF man to be tried for murder for 2023 train shooting

A year after ex-RPF constable Chetan Singh allegedly killed his senior and three passengers on the Jaipur-Mumbai Superfast Express, a sessions court framed charges including murder and promoting enmity. Singh initially pleaded guilty but later changed his plea. The court also considered arguments around his mental state at the time of the incident.

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Phogat ‘victim of BJP’, claims Congress while TMC alleges ‘Conspiracy’ behind her ouster

Wednesday’s Parliament session revolved around Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification at the Olympics, sparking a heated political debate. The Sports Minister emphasized government support while the opposition questioned the failure to challenge her disqualification. Congress members and other opposition leaders strongly criticized the government’s handling of the situation and alleged a conspiracy behind the disqualification. Several opposition…

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