DELIMITATION CONTROVERSY
Women's Reservation Bill letter in Vasundhara Raje’s name goes viral; she calls it fake
A purported letter in Vasundhara Raje’s name criticising the BJP’s stance on issues including the Women’s Reservation Bill went viral on social media, triggering reactions. Raje dismissed it as fake, calling it the work of mischief makers. She reiterated support for PM Modi and said efforts on women’s representation are being widely welcomed.
“No state will lose Lok Sabha share”: Narendra Modi defends delimitation, women’s reservation push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assures states their Lok Sabha seat share will not decrease with new delimitation and women's reservation laws. He frames the reform as a national step, not a partisan victory. The legislation aims to implement 33% women's representation in an expanded parliament.
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Amit Shah tables Delimitation Bill in Lok Sabha amidst nationwide protests by Opposition, southern states
Union Home Minister Amit Shah tabled the Delimitation Bill in Lok Sabha amid protests, with southern states alleging a population-based redraw favouring the North. In Tamil Nadu, M K Stalin burned a copy, calling it a “black law” and launching statewide agitation over federal concerns.
Delimitation provisions in women's reservation amendment bill 'attack on democracy': Kerala Oppn
Opposition leaders from Kerala have opposed the delimitation provisions tied to the implementation of the Women’s Reservation Act, arguing that linking 33% quota to a future census and seat redistribution is a “hidden trap” that could distort federal balance. They warn the exercise may disproportionately increase seats in northern states while marginalising the south, and have demanded that reservation be implemented within the current Lok Sabha strength instead.
Women's reservation & delimitation bills tabled: India braces for 850-seat Lok Sabha future
Parliament is set to introduce three key bills, including women's reservation from 2029 and delimitation of constituencies. While the opposition supports women's quota, they strongly oppose the delimitation bill, citing concerns over constituency redrawing and potential seat increases. The government aims to pass these bills together, with the opposition questioning the basis and fairness of the proposed changes.
'Complete mockery of democracy': Congress slams govt for not sharing Constitution amendment bills
The Congress leaders' remarks come a day after Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi asserted that the real issue with the government's move to bring bills in a special sitting of Parliament is delimitation, not women's reservation.
Assam polls: Standing in CM's firing line, young Kunki puts up brave fight to wrest Guwahati Central
Assam Jatiya Parishad candidate Kunki Chowdhury is embroiled in controversy. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has threatened legal action against her parents over alleged beef consumption. Chowdhury dismisses the claims as baseless. She is campaigning against BJP's Vijay Kumar Gupta in Guwahati Central. The election is scheduled for April 9.
Govt calling 'special session' to grab political mileage in Bengal, Tamil Nadu polls: Congress
Congress criticizes the government's special parliamentary session. They claim the session aims to pass women's reservation and delimitation bills for political advantage in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls. Congress states this move violates the model code of conduct. They suggest the government is acting hastily to influence elections. Opposition leaders will strategize on this matter.
What Census 2027 will reveal about the country we’ve become
India's Census 2027, launched April 1, is a crucial exercise. It will assess the nation's socioeconomic transformation since 2011. The census will inform political power, welfare, and federalism. It includes caste enumeration for the first time since Independence. This count will reveal if India's growth is broad-based and if progress has been equitable.
There's a feeling that J-K may not get statehood as BJP did not win assembly polls: Omar Abdullah
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern that the Union Territory's statehood restoration is uncertain due to the BJP's election loss. He highlighted that the BJP is the sole opponent of restoring statehood, emphasizing that the public shouldn't be penalized for the party's electoral setback.
Third Eye: AI as punchline, a thaw in relations, plot in 'deer hunting'
In one instance, when a member mistakenly scheduled a discussion on a past date, Dhankhar quipped that even AI couldn't make that possible. Similarly, during the voting on the Waqf bill, he remarked that not even AI could bring to life fears voiced by an Opposition leader.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day amid row over DMK members wearing T-shirts with 'fair delimitation' slogans
The Rajya Sabha faced multiple adjournments due to a dispute over DMK members wearing slogan-adorned T-shirts. Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar called for a meeting with floor leaders to resolve the issue. Despite repeated adjournments, the House proceedings remained stalled, with the chairman expected to seek a resolution for normal functioning.
BJP spokesperson Rachna Reddy slams Kerala CM over delimitation
BJP spokesperson Rachna Reddy criticized Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan for his stance on delimitation, accusing him of spreading fear and following Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin's lead. Vijayan argued that states with successful population control measures should not lose parliamentary seats, but Reddy dismissed his concerns as politically motivated.
Tamil Nadu budget 2025-26 to be tabled today amid controversy over Rupee symbol removal
The Tamil Nadu state budget for 2025-26 is set to be presented amid a controversy over the removal of the rupee symbol (₹) from its official logo, replaced with the Tamil letter ‘Roo’ (ரூ). The move has ignited a fierce debate, with the BJP accusing the DMK government of promoting linguistic chauvinism and regionalism. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and BJP Tamil Nadu chief K. Annamalai have criticised the decision, while the DMK maintains it is a stand against Hindi imposition.
KT Rama Rao says southern states should not be punished in delimitation
K.T. Rama Rao criticizes Chandrababu Naidu's call for increased birth rates, arguing that southern states shouldn't be penalized for successful family planning. Rao highlights concerns about potential parliamentary seat reduction based on population and emphasizes economic factors influencing family size decisions.
Karnataka Cabinet gives nod for resolutions against NEET, 'One Nation, One Election', delimitation
The High-level Committee on Simultaneous Elections constituted under the chairmanship of Former President Ram Nath Kovind had submitted its report on 'One Nation, One Election' to President Droupadi Murmu in March. Union Home Minister Amit Shah had earlier said that the census and delimitation processes will begin soon after the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
Karnataka cabinet gives nod for resolutions against NEET, 'One Nation, One Election', delimitation
The Karnataka Cabinet, led by CM Siddaramaiah, approved resolutions against NEET, 'One Nation, One Election,' and delimitation. Deputy CM Shivakumar urged NEET’s scrapping. A committee chaired by President Kovind reported on simultaneous elections. Amit Shah announced post-2024 census, delimitation. B S Patil’s committee proposed Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill with planning, financial powers, multiple corporations, and 400 wards, likely tabled Tuesday.
Bill incomplete without OBC quota; implementation after census, delimitation strange: Rahul Gandhi
Gandhi, the last speaker from the Opposition, said, "there is one thing in my view that makes this bill incomplete. I would like to have seen the OBC reservation included in this bill... I wonder if this (time for implementation) is not designed to push the ball forward by seven, eight, nine years and then let this thing play out the way it does." The moment the opposition raises the issue of the caste census, "BJP tries to create a new distraction; a new sudden event, so that the OBC community and the people of India look the other way," he alleged.
Reservation for women a matter of principle for BJP, not a political agenda: Amit Shah
Shah said that PM Modi brought forth the vision of women-led development in front of the entire world during the G20 and said that the passage of the bill will mark start of new era. He also recalled how Modi implemented 33% reservation for women in BJP years back.
There's need to cap spend by parties, but all have to come on board: CEC Sushil Chandra
Technologically, remote voting is feasible, but decision has to be in sync with minds of voters and to satisfaction of political parties. Even now some suspect EVMs, says Chief Election Commissioner Sushil Chandra.
Jammu & Kashmir special status revocation only complicated issue, dialogue with Pakistan necessary: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti
Mehbooba also alleged that the BJP was using the delimitation exercise to turn the Jammu and Kashmir issue into a religious one.
OPS cautions against 'unwanted debate' on Karuna burial row
AIADMK govt's initial refusal to allow Karunanidhi to be buried at the Marina as per his wishes had stirred up a row, with the DMK later moving the Madras HC to secure a favourable verdict in the matter.
Govt not to rush to ratify President's rule in Arunachal Pradesh
Unlike other Presidential proclamations, government will not rush to ratify President's Rule in Arunachal Pradesh in the Budget session of Parliament.
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