INDIA DELIMITATION CONTROVERSY

Delimitation Bill debate: Tejasvi Surya schools DMK's Raja on South states 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.

PM Modi says ‘women’s reservation won’t hit state representation’ as Congress questions timing

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.

Why Opposition parties are up in arms against ECI's pan-India Special Intensive Revision

The Election Commission of India is updating voter lists. Opposition parties claim this process, called Special Intensive Revision, is a BJP tactic to remove voters. Leaders in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal have raised concerns. The BJP defends the revision as a way to remove infiltrators. This has sparked debate about the Election Commission's independence.

Centre punishing Kerala for population control success: Minister P Rajeev

Southern states are in disagreement over population control. N Chandrababu Naidu and MK Stalin want more children for greater parliamentary representation. Kerala's P Rajeev calls this a shortcut. He says the Centre penalizes states like Kerala for following population control measures. Rajeev suggests incentives for states that implemented the Centre's policies. Andhra Pradesh amended rules for local body elections.

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.

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.

Why BJP's 'tukde-tukde' label no longer bothers Kanhaiya Kumar

In the North East Delhi Lok Sabha constituency, Congress candidate Kanhaiya Kumar remains undeterred by the BJP's "tukde-tukde" label, brushing it off as a mere distraction. He told TOI that the tag no longer affects him, citing his background and past exoneration from allegations. Kumar's focus on political issues, rather than personal rivalry, reflects his determination to challenge the incumbent MP's performance.

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.

People don't feel safe anywhere in Kashmir: Omar Abdullah

Abdullah said that the government's claim of normalcy amid continued targetted killings of minority community members, policemen and civilians is a farce and some Kashmiri Pandits are even planning to leave the Valley.

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.

BJP will erase all Muslim symbols, says Mehbooba Mufti

She alleged that the BJP is running the country according to the party's agenda and not as per the Constitution which has tarnished the image of India across the world.

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.

India not to be intimidated by new experimentation being done by Pakistan: Jitendra Singh

Talking to reporters at the BJP headquarters, the minister of state in the Prime Minister's Office said there is nothing to feel perturbed about it (Pakistan observing Kashmir solidarity day). "We are well equipped (to face any challenge)."

Setting legacies in stone: What could be behind the Centre’s plan to transform Lutyens Delhi

Nothing that Modi does isn’t carefully structured towards definitive electoral impact. The much excoriated vanity project is Modi’s trump card in the December of his political career.

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.