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    Political Shifts in Bihar: Nitish Kumar's Enduring Influence

    Patna, March 23 – Amid significant political developments in Bihar, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary has made a significant statement about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, indicating that his influence in the state's governance will continue.Addressing a gathering during the 'Samriddhi...
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    Radical Thinking Needed: India's Defense Strategy in a Changing World

    New Delhi, March 23 India must adopt a radical approach and review its defense spending in light of the ongoing war in West Asia and the changing geopolitical landscape, said Fauzia Khan, a member of the Rajya Sabha from the NCP-SCP, on Monday.Participating in discussions on the Appropriation...
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    Lohia's Birth Anniversary: MPs Remember Socialist Leader

    On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia today, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid floral tributes to him in the central hall of Samvidhan Sadan. The Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Harivansh, Members of Parliament, and former Members also paid tributes to Dr. Lohia...
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    Odisha BJP Supports Bengal Campaign in 36 Assembly Segments

    Bhubaneswar, March 23 The BJP's Odisha unit will handle election management work in 36 assembly segments in neighboring West Bengal, which will vote in two phases on April 23 and 29, a senior party leader said.Odisha BJP chief Manmohan Samal, who was recently elected to the Rajya Sabha, said...
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    Bihar's Son Reflects on Father's Legacy of Peace and Equality

    Patna, March 23 JD(U) leader Nishant Kumar on Monday praised his father, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, for his efforts in reducing violence along religious and caste lines in the state.The 44-year-old, who entered active politics just a couple of weeks ago, interacted with journalists at...
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    Chadha Urges Telecoms to Carry Forward Data

    New Delhi, March 23 AAP Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha suggested on Monday that telecom companies should allow the carry-forward of unused data into the next cycle so that consumers can use what they have already paid for.Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Chadha said...
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    RTI Application Rejection Rate Decreases: Key Stats from 2024-25

    New Delhi, March 23 The rejection rate of Right to Information (RTI) applications has come down to 3.26 per cent in 2024-25 from 7.21 per cent in 2013-14, the Centre has said.Data on RTI applications received, replied to, and rejected, along with the reasons for rejection, for public...
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    PM eBus Scheme Expands: More Buses Planned for Indian Cities

    New Delhi, March 23 The government on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that 10,000 air-conditioned electric buses would be provided to 116 cities across 26 states/UTs by the end of 2027 under the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme, and a new scheme would be launched thereafter to provide another 35,000 electric...
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    Martyrdom Anniversary: Tribute Paid to Freedom Fighters

    New Delhi, March 23 Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan paid tribute to freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar on the anniversary of their martyrdom, describing their sacrifice as a defining moment in India's freedom struggle that inspired millions against...
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    23 Aircraft & Helicopter Accidents Reported in 5 Years

    New Delhi, March 23 The government said on Monday that there were 23 accidents involving scheduled, non-scheduled fixed-wing operators and helicopter operators in the last five years.The figures were provided as part of a written reply by Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol to...
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    Telecom Data Policy Criticized: Demand for Consumer Rights

    New Delhi, March 23 – AAP MP Raghav Chadha strongly advocated for "regulation and rationalization" of mobile data on Monday, demanding that major telecom giants make adequate provisions for rollover of unused data and also its transfer among family and friends.Raising another "issue of public...
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    Standardization and Grievance Processes for UPSC Exams

    New Delhi, March 23 The Union Public Service Commission has formulated guidelines to release the provisional answer key on its website after conducting the civil services preliminary examination, the Centre said in the Rajya Sabha.The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the civil...
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    Demand for Fee Transparency and Regulation in Private Schools

    New Delhi, March 23 Congress MP Rajani Ashokrao Patil raised concerns on Monday about exorbitant school fees, which are causing a financial burden on parents, and urged the government to implement strict regulations on fee increases.During the Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, the Congress MP said...
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    MP Jaya Bachchan Raises Concerns Over VIP Traffic

    New Delhi, March 23 Rajya Sabha MP, Jaya Bachchan, raised strong objections to the growing VIP culture in the national capital on Monday, saying it disrupts the lives of ordinary citizens and also affects the dignity of elected representatives.Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Jaya Bachchan...
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    VIP Movements Causing Traffic Congestion and Citizen Inconvenience

    New Delhi, March 23 Rajya Sabha Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Amitabh Bachchan on Monday expressed concern over the growing menace of VIP culture, which is affecting vehicular traffic and causing inconvenience to people.Raising the issue during the Zero Hour in the House, she said that road blocks...
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    Shaheed Diwas: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Honor Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev

    The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha today paid tributes to freedom fighters and revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev on the occasion of their Martyrdom Day.Speaking on the occasion, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that at a very young age, these brave heroes fought valiantly for the...
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    Sitharaman Introduces Corporate Laws Amendment Bill

    Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, is scheduled to introduce the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha today. The Bill aims to amend the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 and the Companies Act, 2013.Furthermore, the Finance Bill, 2026...
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    Vidarbha Mourns Loss of Political Leader Datta Meghe

    Nagpur, March 22 Veteran BJP leader Datta Meghe passed away on Sunday evening at the age of 89, his close aide and former Nagpur deputy mayor Raghunath Malikar said.Meghe is the father of Hingna MLA Sameer Meghe and former MLC Sagar Meghe.Datta Meghe was a four-time Congress MP from Nagpur...
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    Datta Meghe, Veteran BJP Leader, Dies at 89

    Nagpur, March 22 Veteran BJP leader Datta Meghe passed away on Sunday evening at the age of 89, his close aide and former Nagpur deputy mayor Raghunath Malikar said.Meghe is the father of Hingna MLA Sandeep Meghe and former MLC Sagar Meghe.Datta Meghe was a four-time Congress MP from Nagpur...
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    Parineeti Chopra Admits Crush on Co-Actor (Husband Revealed)

    Mumbai, March 22 Actress Parineeti Chopra has revealed that she has a crush on her co-actor. Yes, in her latest post, the 'Kesari' actress admitted that she has a crush on the latest actor she is working with.However, Parineeti's crush is none other than her politician husband, Raghav Chadha...
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