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8 Opposition MPs suspended from Lok Sabha for hurling papers at Chair
Eight Congress MPs have been suspended from the Lok Sabha for hurling papers at the Chair.
Eight Congress MPs have been suspended from the Lok Sabha for hurling papers at the Chair.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi cited an incident of "four Chinese tanks advancing towards Indian positions", saying it was at Doklam in 2020. He was referring to an article based on an unpublished book by ex-Army Chief Gen MM Naravane (Retd). While the Congress leader was correct about the year, when Doklam area also saw Chinese military advance as part of the broader tensions along the LAC, he was wrong about the location. The tank movement was at Rechin La, and not Doklam.
Lok Sabha proceedings resumed today a stormy note, with tempers running high over Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's bid to cite excerpts from former Army chief General MM Naravane's unpublished memoir. Amid the din, Speaker Krishna Prasad Tenneti pulled up a member for using the word "yaar" during the heated exchange, reminding MPs to maintain parliamentary decorum. He stressed that such expressions were unacceptable when addressing the Chair and urged members to confine their remarks to the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President's Address.
Sergio Gor took charge as US envoy on a chilly January 12 morning. His goal was to return the warmth that has shaped India-US ties for decades. And, he seems to have delivered within a month.
Rahul Gandhi hit out at the Central government over the US trade deal, claiming that the deal was signed under pressure from Donald Trump.
The Lok Sabha witnessed chaos as Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was stopped from continuing his speech on the President's address, sparking protests and heated exchanges. The incident highlighted tensions over parliamentary rules and India-China relations amid a sharp political confrontation.
Donald Trump's abrupt shift from tariff threats and sharp criticism of India to warm praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a reduced-tariff trade deal has surprised diplomatic and trade circles. What's behind Trump's change of heart for India?
President Donald Trump announced that the US and India had agreed to a trade deal wherein tariffs on Indian exports to the US would drop from 50% to 18%. Is any agreement with the US even Trump-proof? Trump acts on whims and fancies, and countries like South Korea, the UK and Canada have seen that trade agreements don't mean much when it comes to sanctions.
After a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, President Donald Trump announced that India and the US agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will cut reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from the current 25 per cent.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the historic India-US trade deal, attributing its success to "sustained patience" and perseverance, while acknowledging that the negotiations had been challenging. Addressing the NDA parliamentary party, Modi said, "The world order is changing, and its trajectory is increasingly tilting towards India." He emphasised that despite facing criticism, India stood firm and displayed resilience throughout the process. On Monday, US President Donald Trump confirmed that India and the United States had reached an agreement, under which reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods would be reduced from 25 percent to 18 percent.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with applause and accolades at the NDA parliamentary meeting on Tuesday following a landmark trade agreement between India and the US. The meeting, held at the Parliament complex, concluded with alliance MPs congratulating the Prime Minister for securing the deal, which promises immediate tariff relief for Indian exports. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, speaking after the session, welcomed newly elected BJP president Nitin Nabin and noted the visible enthusiasm among MPs over the recent trade developments. Chants of "Jai Modi," "Vande Mataram," and "Bharat Mata ki Jai" echoed through the hall as party members praised Modi for the landmark agreement with US President Donald Trump.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to appear before the Supreme Court to challenge the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the state.
Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, JP Nadda said the government was prepared to make a detailed statement on the India-US trade agreement and hold a full discussion.
The victim, identified as Mihir, had recently returned to Ranchi after completing his CA studies in Kolkata and was reportedly employed with a private firm.
PM Modi, without any confrontation or provocation, let patience do the heavy lifting. Eventually, the US's loudest dealmaker blinked, without PM Modi having to say a word or resorting to massaging Trump's ego.
The Supreme Court has issued a strong warning to WhatsApp and Meta against sharing user data for commercial gains and voiced concern that privacy policies drafted by tech giants are "so cleverly worded that ordinary citizens cannot grasp" their real consequences.
Air India has initiated a precautionary fleet-wide inspection of fuel control switches on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners following a defect reported on a London-Bengaluru flight. This move underscores the airline's commitment to safety amid ongoing scrutiny after last year's fatal Boeing 787 crash.
Addressing the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, PM Modi said the landmark India-US trade deal had created a favourable economic environment and demonstrated the government's steady approach to global trade talks.
The West Bengal government led by Mamata Banerjee has strongly refuted the Enforcement Directorate's allegations in the I-PAC case, calling them baseless and misleading.
After a phone call with Prime Minister Modi, President Donald Trump announced that India and the US agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will bring down reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from the current 25 per cent.