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Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 14 (ANI): AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami will lead a protest at the Thanjavur Head Post Office on Friday, as part of demonstrations being held across Tamil Nadu demanding a complete waiver of farmers' crop loans.

<nh-chunk-delimit /> The protest in Thanjavur is scheduled to begin at around 9:30 a.m., with Palaniswami expected to address party workers and farmers gathered at the venue.The AIADMK has announced protests at all district headquarters across the state, raising demands related to farmers&apos; welfare and the Cauvery water dispute. The demonstrations are also aimed at condemning what the party has described as the TVK government&apos;s alleged inaction on the Mekedatu issue. The AIADMK has accused the government of failing to take adequate steps to protect Tamil Nadu&apos;s rightful share of Cauvery river water.Palaniswami had called for the statewide protests, making the demand for a complete waiver of crop loans one of the key issues to be raised during the demonstrations. The party is expected to highlight the financial difficulties faced by farmers and press the government to take steps to provide relief.The Mekedatu project in neighbouring Karnataka has remained a contentious issue between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, with Tamil Nadu consistently opposing the project over concerns about its impact on the state&apos;s share of Cauvery water.The Thanjavur protest assumes significance as the district is part of the Cauvery delta region and is among the major agricultural areas of Tamil Nadu. The availability of Cauvery water is particularly important for farmers in the region, especially for paddy cultivation. AIADMK leaders and workers are expected to participate in the demonstration along with farmers and supporters. Palaniswami&apos;s address will focus on the party&apos;s demands and its criticism of the government&apos;s handling of farmers&apos; issues and the Cauvery water dispute. The protests across the state are part of the AIADMK&apos;s political campaign to put pressure on the government over agricultural and water-related concerns. (ANI)

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 14 (ANI): Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar accused the Opposition of avoiding a discussion in Parliament and said that the government was ready to debate the issues raised by them.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Majumdar said that the Union Home Minister Amit Shah had already made it clear that the government was prepared for a discussion and that the Opposition would also have to agree for the debate to take place.&quot;Our opponents don&apos;t even want there to be a discussion. Home Minister Amit Shah had made it clear, and even before that, our party had made it clear that we want to have a discussion. The Opposition will have to agree for there to be a discussion,&quot; Majumdar said.He said that a detailed discussion in the House would bring several issues to light.&quot;When the discussion happens, the conversation will go very far, and only then will all the things come to light,&quot; the Union Minister said.Majumdar also discussed the arrest of TMC leader Nirmal Ghosh in connection with the case concerning the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.The Union Minister criticised the West Bengal government led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and alleged that several issues surrounding the case required scrutiny.Majumdar alleged that the state government had failed to address several concerns and said that those found responsible for alleged wrongdoing and destruction of evidence should face legal action.He also referred to the arrest of Nirmal Ghosh and two MLAs in connection with the case, saying that the police had taken action against those allegedly involved.The Union Minister said that the government was clear that those responsible for alleged atrocities and destruction of evidence should not be spared.His remarks came amid a political confrontation between the ruling party and the Opposition over discussions in Parliament and the handling of issues related to the RG Kar case. (ANI)

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Guwahati (Assam) [India], August 14 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday criticised the Congress and party leader Rahul Gandhi over what he described as &quot;objectionable remarks&quot; against a woman head of state of a friendly country, accusing the party of crossing &quot;every line of decency.&quot; 

<nh-chunk-delimit />During the Ratchnatmak Congress National Convention, Rahul Gandhi said that the government&apos;s job is to protect the nation&apos;s interests rather than &quot;hugging politicians&quot;. He shared a hug with Congress leader Sandeep Dixit on stage, taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Dixit said, &quot;You weren&apos;t hugging me thinking I was Meloni (Italian PM)?&quot;In an X post, CM Sarma said the remarks were not only politically indecent but also an attempt to damage India&apos;s foreign relations.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 Congress’s dynastic leadership has once again crossed every line of decency - making objectionable remarks about a woman head of state who leads a friendly country, while women on the stage and in the audience laugh along. This is not merely political indecency, it is also an… <a href="https://t.co/VkKK9xdy7A">pic.twitter.com/VkKK9xdy7A</a>— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) 
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</blockquote> &quot;Congress&apos; dynastic leadership has once again crossed every line of decency - making objectionable remarks about a woman head of state who leads a friendly country, while women on the stage and in the audience laugh along&quot;, he said.&quot;This is not merely political indecency; it is also an attempt to sabotage India&apos;s foreign relations. When disrespect towards women becomes a source of amusement, it speaks volumes about the culture being encouraged&quot;, he added.Earlier, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi administration&apos;s diplomatic approach, arguing that international relations require safeguarding national interests rather than relying on &quot;mere friendships&quot; and public displays of warmth.Emphasising that diplomatic visits are more than friendly meetings, he said, &quot;You aren&apos;t just visiting a friend&apos;s house. In this role, the Prime Minister of India doesn&apos;t engage in mere friendship. They have no interest in friendship; their job is to protect the country.&quot; &quot;I don&apos;t know where it came from; this idea got into their heads. I don&apos;t know who put it there or where it came from, the idea that foreign policy means hugging politicians,&quot; he said. (ANI)  
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RTVE Faces Backlash for Ignoring Israeli AthleteThe Spanish national broadcaster RTVE is under intense criticism after its commentators seemingly overlooked the introduction of Israeli hurdler Omri Shiff during the 2026 European Athletics Championships held in Birmingham.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Competing in the 400m men&apos;s hurdles, Shiff was disqualified in the first round due to a lane violation, thus concluding his participation in the prestigious event, where he was one of 18 Israeli athletes.The controversy surrounding Shiff did not stem from his disqualification but rather from the commentators&apos; silence when it came to announcing his name, while they introduced every other competitor.Viral Moment Highlights RTVE&apos;s OmissionAs the competitors lined up for the 400m hurdles, RTVE commentators began announcing each athlete&apos;s name and nationality. However, they fell silent when the camera focused on Omri Shiff in Lane 5.A video capturing this moment quickly gained traction on social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter), showing the commentators pausing before attributing the silence to a technical delay.Once the camera shifted to the next runner, the commentary resumed, leaving Shiff unaware of the omission as he concentrated on his race preparation.Public Outcry Over RTVE&apos;s ActionsThe decision by RTVE to skip Shiff&apos;s introduction has ignited widespread outrage on social media, with many users expressing their disapproval and accusing the broadcaster of discrimination.Comments on X ranged from condemning the omission as &apos;disgusting&apos; to questioning why Shiff was singled out during the introductions.Some users also raised concerns about Israel&apos;s participation in the European Championships, given its geographical location in Asia, while others debated the legitimacy of Israeli athletes competing in European events.Context of the ControversyRTVE&apos;s choice to omit Omri Shiff&apos;s introduction appears to be influenced by the ongoing political tensions surrounding Israel&apos;s involvement in international sports.Despite the backlash, RTVE has not provided any official explanation for the omission, leaving many viewers puzzled about the decision.Understanding Israel&apos;s Participation in European SportsAlthough Israel is geographically situated in West Asia, it is a member of the European Athletics Association, which encompasses federations from Europe and several transcontinental nations.Israel&apos;s exclusion from Asian sports federations in the 1970s due to political pressures led to its integration into European sporting frameworks.

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Meeting with Union MinisterOn Thursday, Telangana's Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari, accompanied by AP Jithender Reddy, the Government's Advisor for Sports Affairs, and K Shivasena Reddy, Chairman of the Sports Authority of Telangana State, met with Mansukh Mandaviya, the Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, in New Delhi.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Gratitude for Khelo India GamesMinister Srihari expressed gratitude on behalf of the Telangana Government to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya for awarding the Khelo India Games to the state.During their discussion, the delegation handed over an invitation letter from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to the Union Minister.Extensive Preparations PlannedThe Khelo India Games are scheduled to take place in Telangana over a span of 12 days, from December 11 to December 22. Srihari emphasized that the State Government has devised detailed plans to host the Games with grandeur and prestige.He assured that the event would meet the highest standards, ensuring no shortcomings or negative feedback.Invitation to the Prime MinisterSrihari also mentioned that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy intends to request a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to personally invite him to the Khelo India event.Advancing Sports in TelanganaThe Telangana Government has launched a new sports policy aimed at revolutionizing the sports sector within the state. Special emphasis is being placed on discovering and nurturing talented athletes from rural regions.&quot;With the collaboration of all involved parties, we are committed to successfully hosting the Khelo India Games and further establishing Telangana as a premier sports hub,&quot; stated Vakiti Srihari.

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Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday, August 13, alleged that BRS leaders performed occult rituals like black magic to defame the Congress government.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Addressing a public meeting here after laying foundation stone to Indiramma Houses Towers to be built under the government’s housing scheme for poor, he said the Yellampally project on Godavari river filled up following recent rains though deficit rainfall was forecast due to impact of El Nino weather pattern.This has ensured that there is no problem for water supply in Hyderabad, he said.“Some went to Karnataka and Tamil Nadu and performed aghora pujas wishing that there should be drought, people should die and government should be defamed. Such evil people are also there. Though they performed aghora pujas, God is not with them. God is with us. Because, our resolve is good,” he said.Reddy said he does not claim to be a very intelligent person or highly qualified. But, his intentions are good which will make the gods help him, he said.Though BRS president K Chandrasekhar Rao has “everything”, he is under attack from his own people, Reddy said.“Is it right for a party which was in power for 10 years and which has been in existence since the last 25 years to perform such occult practices,” he asked.The practices like black magic will have reverse impact if intentions are not good, and make things difficult for the BRS leaders, he said.There was no immediate response from BRS.Indiramma Housing Towers in HyderabadHighlighting the construction of ‘Indiramma Housing Towers’ for urban poor in Hyderabad, he said the government has decided to provide one lakh houses in the first phase.Reddy also criticised the previous BRS government for not fulfilling the promise of a double bedroom house to every poor family.Referring to concerns of many people over inclusion of their lands in a government list known as Section 22 lands as per which transactions are prohibited, Reddy assured that no one would lose their ownership of lands and that there is no need to worry.He appealed to people not to believe false propaganda spread by some on social media on the prohibited lands.Highlighting the welfare schemes launched by the government for empowerment of women, he said distribution of ‘Indiramma Sarees’ to uphold the dignity of women, free bus travel for women in state-run RTC buses, bank linkage loans worth Rs 65,000 crore for self-help groups, establishment of petrol bunks and solar plants by women SHG members brought a major transformation in the lives of the women.He added that the state government is implementing all schemes despite facing a huge debt burden incurred by the previous BRS government.On August 4, Telangana Congress president B Mahesh Kumar Goud alleged that BRS MLA T Harish Rao had performed ‘kshudra puja’ (occult rituals) to prevent rainfall in the state in the hope of deriving political mileage from a drought.Taking exception to Goud’s remarks, Harish Rao had issued Goud a legal notice.<hr></hr>

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Nanded (Maharashtra) [India], August 13 (ANI): Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a dagger inside a gurudwara premises in Maharashtra's Nanded on Thursday, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and leaders across political parties to condemn the assault and raise concerns over security arrangements despite the SAD chief having Z-plus security cover.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Badal suffered a wound of around four to five centimetres on his right forearm in the attack at Gurudwara Mata Sahib Devaji in Mugat village of Nanded district. A Special Protection Unit police officer, Santosh Kele, accompanying him, was also injured while attempting to protect him. Both Badal and the police officer are stable and out of danger, Nanded District Collector Rahul Kadele said.&quot;He sustained a minor injury, as did a PSI from the Special Protection Unit. Both are currently in stable condition and out of danger,&quot; Kadele said.&quot;Both were hit on the arm. I believe Badal has a wound of about four to five centimetres on his right forearm, and doctors are currently treating him,&quot; he added.According to Nanded Police, the incident took place at around 1:50 pm after Badal had completed darshan at the gurdwara. While he was coming down the steps, a Sikh sewadar allegedly attacked him with a dagger, injuring his hand.Both Badal and Kele were admitted to Yashosai Hospital in Nanded, where they are undergoing treatment. The alleged attacker was taken into police custody and further legal action is underway, police said.Nanded Superintendent of Police Nilabh Rohan said the accused was immediately taken into custody and is being interrogated.&quot;Near the stairs, a &apos;sevadar&apos; (volunteer/attendant) suddenly approached and attempted to attack with his &apos;kirpan&apos;... Immediately following the incident, we took the attacker into custody, and interrogation is currently underway,&quot; Rohan said.He identified the accused as Jaspal Singh and said he was approximately 60-62 years old and had been working as a sevadar at the gurdwara for around two years.Rohan rejected suggestions that there had been a security lapse.&quot;It wasn&apos;t a lapse. There was full Z-plus security cover for the dignitary, which is precisely why our Inspector and other officers were present. That is how we were able to stop him immediately and take him into custody,&quot; he said.The SP said the accused had initially stated that he was angry over the drug issue in Punjab, but stressed that the exact motive had not yet been established.&quot;Initially, he himself stated that he was angry about the drug issue in Punjab... No connection to any gang has been established... The exact reason is not yet clear. We are currently interrogating him,&quot; Rohan said.He added that the Nanded Police and the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) were jointly investigating the matter.The attack prompted immediate intervention from the Maharashtra government. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis sought information from the Nanded Superintendent of Police and ordered an inquiry into the incident and the motive behind the attack.Fadnavis also spoke to Badal over the phone to enquire about his health. Badal is learnt to have told the Chief Minister that he was stable.Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Badal&apos;s wife, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, over the phone and enquired about the SAD chief&apos;s health following the attack, sources said.Maharashtra Minister Yogesh Kadam said the authorities were investigating why the attack occurred.&quot;We have started an inquiry into the motive behind the attack and why it happened. The person who carried out the attack has been taken into custody, and the investigation is currently underway,&quot; Kadam said.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh spoke to Badal directly and condemned the assault, calling violence over ideological differences unacceptable in a democracy.&quot;The news of the attack on Punjab&apos;s former Deputy Chief Minister Shri Sukhbir Singh Badal is extremely disturbing. In a democracy, any kind of violence due to ideological differences is reprehensible from every perspective. I have spoken to him on the phone to inquire about his health. I pray to God for his speedy recovery,&quot; Singh said in a post on X.The incident drew condemnation from leaders across party lines.Congress MP Manish Tewari said he personally attempted to contact Badal to enquire about his well-being but could not reach him.&quot;I personally tried calling Sukhbir Badal to inquire about his well-being, but I could not get through to him. There is no place for violence in a democracy, and those who commit such crimes must be given the strictest possible punishment,&quot; Tewari said.Congress MP Rajeev Shukla also condemned the attack and said political differences could not justify violence.&quot;I believe there is no place for violence in politics. I condemn this incident; there should be no violent attacks on any politician,&quot; Shukla said.BJP MP Tarun Chugh strongly condemned the incident and called for an impartial inquiry.&quot;I condemn the attack on Sukhbir Badal in the strongest terms. This is an unfortunate and worrying incident... Political differences exist in a democracy, but violence is not the solution to such differences. Dialogue is the constitutional way in a democracy. I demand an impartial inquiry into this incident,&quot; Chugh said.BJP leader Surinderjeet Singh Ahluwalia raised questions over the identity and background of the alleged attacker.&quot;Preliminary information suggests the attacker was not a local resident. He had been coming there to perform seva (voluntary service) at the Gurudwara for the past two years. So, what brought him here from Punjab, and what was the reason for the attack?&quot; Ahluwalia asked.He added, &quot;Such incidents should not occur within temple premises.&quot;National Conference president Farooq Abdullah also condemned the attack and expressed concern over Badal&apos;s security.&quot;This is a very regrettable incident. He has been attacked several times. I believe there is a lapse in security... The Government of India should pay attention to this. They should ensure that such an incident does not happen again. We condemn this attack... We hope he recovers soon and resumes working for the country,&quot; Abdullah said.Former Secretary of the Gurdwara Sachkhand Board, Sardar Ravinder Singh Bungai, described the attack as particularly shameful because it occurred at a religious site.&quot;A Nihang Singh suddenly attacked him before anyone could comprehend what was happening. He launched a surprise attack, causing injuries to his hands and arms. It is truly shameful that such an incident occurred after they had come to seek the Guru&apos;s blessings. The fact that this happened despite them having Z-plus security makes it all the more condemnable,&quot; Bungai said.SAD leaders strongly criticised the attack and called for a detailed investigation.SAD national vice-president Sanjeev Talwar described the assault as an attack on Punjab&apos;s unity and integrity and questioned how an incident involving a leader with Z-plus security could occur.&quot;Through media, we came to know that when Sukhbir Singh Badal was going to pay obeisance, he was attacked...After getting in touch with the people who were accompanying Sukhbir Singh Badal, we came to know that he was attacked when he was going to pay obeisance and he sustained injuries in his hand. We also came to know of a possible injury sustained by his bodyguard as well,&quot; Talwar said.&quot;Sukhbir Singh Badal is a promoter of Hindu-Sikh unity; he speaks of Punjab and Punjabiyat...This is not a direct attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal but an attack on the unity and integrity of Punjab,&quot; he added.Talwar further said, &quot;Such an attack on someone who has Z+ security and is a former Deputy CM will certainly be considered a security lapse.&quot;SAD leader Daljit Singh Cheema called the attack the second life-threatening assault on Badal within a short period and alleged an intelligence and security failure.&quot;It is particularly distressing that this is the second life-threatening attack on him within a short span of time. This represents a massive intelligence and security failure,&quot; Cheema said.Cheema also alleged that the previous attack on Badal in Amritsar had not been properly investigated.&quot;It was a massive security lapse and an intelligence failure. The first attack was extremely serious. Shots were fired directly. Had the government not scuttled that investigation and allowed for a thorough probe, this second attack would not have occurred today,&quot; he said.He demanded a central probe monitored by the judiciary.&quot;There should be a CBI inquiry monitored by the court, and it must be time-bound,&quot; Cheema said.Cheema also raised allegations about political reactions following the incident and warned against attempts to disturb Punjab&apos;s communal harmony.&quot;You likely saw the tweet by the Aam Aadmi Party Chief Minister&apos;s media advisor in Punjab and the narrative they were attempting to set. When an advisor to the state&apos;s Chief Minister tries to shape such a narrative following a serious incident, one has to wonder... Do they want to incite bloodshed or political assassinations?&quot; he said.Cheema further alleged that posts by political leaders appeared coordinated and questioned whether such narratives could push Punjab towards violence.&quot;Do they want to disrupt the state&apos;s peace, harmony, and spirit of communal unity, or instigate political murders to win elections? We saw 26 of our candidates martyred in 1991. Now, there is an attempt to push Punjab back into that same fire... This is a deep-rooted conspiracy,&quot; he alleged.SAD leader Gulzar Singh Ranike also described the incident as deliberate.&quot;It appears to be a deliberate act, a calculated conspiracy. I urge the Central Government to order a serious CBI inquiry, and I also call upon the State Government to utilise its own agencies to investigate the matter,&quot; Ranike said.SAD leader Jathedar Jarnail Singh Dogranwala questioned how an attack could occur inside a gurdwara.&quot;I condemn this in the strongest possible terms. I urge the government to consider that if we cannot ensure security even within Gurdwaras, where has the government&apos;s intelligence failed?&quot; he said.The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee also condemned the attack. DSGMC president Harmeet Singh Kalka said there was no place for violence inside a Gurughar.&quot;I condemn this attack in the strongest terms... Regardless of political differences one might have with others, no one tolerates such acts inside a Gurughar, and I believe the entire Sikh community condemns this incident,&quot; Kalka said.He said political grievances should be addressed democratically.&quot;If you have differences or grievances with politicians, you should express that anger through the ballot, and the time for the ballot is approaching,&quot; he said.Kalka also urged Nihang groups to identify the faction to which the accused allegedly belonged.&quot;The Nihang Singhs must take responsibility for this and verify which faction the attacker belonged to; the head of that faction should be summoned to explain the procedures they follow for inducting members,&quot; he said.Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini also condemned the attack and urged people to resolve differences through dialogue.&quot;Such incidents are condemnable. I understand that the person who carried out the attack has likely been arrested. However, such incidents should not occur. If there is an issue, it should be voiced or discussed, so that a resolution can be found,&quot; Saini said.&quot;When someone visits a place out of reverence, such an incident casts a shadow of doubt on that very spirit of devotion. After all, these are the abodes of the Gurus, and the Gurus established them for the entire community,&quot; he added.Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon said the party condemned the assault and backed a thorough probe.&quot;We strongly condemn the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal. No one has the right to attack anyone. The incident occurred after he offered prayers at a gurdwara. The investigation is underway, and the Chief Minister has ordered a thorough probe. It will be investigated seriously, and whoever is responsible will not be spared,&quot; Dhillon said.The Aam Aadmi Party also condemned the attack but referred to resentment over incidents during the previous SAD-led government.&quot;The Aam Aadmi Party strongly condemns the attack on Sukhbir Badal, but it is certainly worth considering here that during the Akali Dal Badal-led government, the desecrations that took place, the mistreatment of the congregation, and the injustices against them still evoke deep resentment in the hearts of the faithful to this day, and the Akali Dal Badal needs to reflect on this reign of terror,&quot; the party said in a post on X.The latest incident is the second major attack on Badal in recent years. In December 2024, he was targeted in an attempted shooting at the Golden Temple in Amritsar while performing seva. The attacker, identified as Narain Singh Chaura, attempted to fire at Badal but was overpowered before causing serious harm.The 2024 attack took place after the Akal Takht declared Badal a tankhaiya, or guilty of religious misconduct, over decisions and actions taken during the SAD-led Punjab government between 2007 and 2017. As part of the religious punishment, Badal performed seva at the Golden Temple and other Sikh shrines. Following that attack, SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia had criticised the Punjab Police and questioned the security arrangements around Badal. (ANI)

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SAD chief Sukhbir Badal attacked again: PM Modi, leaders condemn assault at Nanded Gurudwara despite Z+ security

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New Drug Testing Protocol for Air India PilotsNew Delhi: Starting Thursday, Air India and Air India Express will implement mandatory testing for psychoactive substances among all their pilots, a move that goes beyond the current regulatory standards.

<nh-chunk-delimit /> This decision comes in response to an incident where the captain of a flight from Phuket to Delhi tested positive for marijuana after the aircraft unexpectedly lost altitude.The Tata Group-owned airlines employ over 5,000 pilots, and the new testing protocol will encompass all banned substances and medications as per aviation regulations, as communicated internally to the pilots.Testing will occur during training sessions at Air India&apos;s academy in Gurugram, after flights at briefing centers, and at designated locations based on pilots&apos; home bases. While existing regulations mandate random testing of at least 10% of flight crews annually, Air India is extending this to include all pilots.This initiative follows an incident on August 4 involving Air India flight AI2379, an Airbus A320neo, which lost approximately 300 feet in altitude during turbulence while carrying 145 individuals, including 137 passengers and eight crew members. The event resulted in injuries to at least 24 people.The pilot in command, whose identity has not been disclosed, tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test after initially screening positive for a psychoactive substance. This incident is under investigation as aviation authorities and airlines increase scrutiny regarding pilot fitness and adherence to regulations concerning psychoactive substances.

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Air India Takes Bold Step: Mandatory Drug Testing for All Pilots Begins

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BANGKOK, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand's digital asset industry is entering a new phase of regulatory maturity as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prepares to implement the Travel Rule later this year.

<nh-chunk-delimit /> Developed in line with the recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the regulation requires digital asset business operators to collect and securely exchange specific information relating to qualifying digital asset transfers in order to strengthen Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) measures.The implementation of the Travel Rule marks an important milestone in Thailand&apos;s digital asset regulatory framework, reinforcing transparency, enhancing transaction traceability, and aligning the country&apos;s digital asset ecosystem with internationally recognised compliance standards adopted across leading financial centres worldwide.In preparation for the upcoming regulation, Bitazza Thailand, a digital asset broker licensed by the Ministry of Finance and regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has completed the development of its Travel Rule infrastructure ahead of the official enforcement timeline, reaffirming the Company&apos;s long-standing commitment to responsible innovation and regulatory compliance.Since 2025, Bitazza Thailand has been working with Sumsub, the first AI-powered trust infrastructure for compliance at scale, to strengthen its capabilities across customer verification, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and risk management. Building on this strategic collaboration, the Company has expanded its implementation to include Sumsub&apos;s Travel Rule solution in preparation for the SEC&apos;s upcoming regulatory requirements. Backed by the largest Travel Rule directory of over 2,100 virtual asset service providers (VASPs), the solution enables secure information exchange between VASPs, strengthening transaction monitoring, customer protection, and compliance with internationally recognised standards ahead of the SEC&apos;s regulatory deadline.&quot;We have always believed that mass adoption of digital assets must be built on trust, transparency, and responsible regulation,&quot; said Mr. Tanawat Sutuntivorakoon, Chief Executive Officer of Bitazza Thailand. &quot;The implementation of the Travel Rule represents another important step in strengthening Thailand&apos;s digital asset ecosystem. We have proactively invested in upgrading our compliance infrastructure ahead of the official implementation to ensure our customers continue to receive services that meet international standards while maintaining the highest levels of security, transparency, and trust.&quot;&quot;Thailand&apos;s move to implement the Travel Rule reflects a broader shift across Southeast Asia toward regulated, interoperable digital asset markets,&quot; said Ms. Penny Chai, Vice President, APAC at Sumsub. &quot;Through our partnership with Bitazza Thailand, we&apos;re combining secure cross-border data exchange with the identity verification and risk management capabilities regulated businesses need to scale confidently. As more regulators across the region adopt similar frameworks, this kind of trust infrastructure will be essential to keeping Thailand&apos;s digital asset ecosystem competitive and internationally connected.&quot;Beyond regulatory compliance, the Travel Rule plays an increasingly important role in enabling greater interoperability between regulated digital asset service providers globally. By improving the traceability of digital asset transactions, the framework helps detect and prevent illicit financial activities, including money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and the misuse of digital assets through mule accounts or other criminal networks.The adoption of internationally recognised Travel Rule standards also supports Thailand&apos;s broader ambition of becoming a trusted regional digital asset hub. By aligning domestic regulations with global best practices, the framework strengthens institutional confidence, facilitates international cooperation, and creates a more credible environment for innovation, investment, and responsible digital asset adoption.The Thailand Digital Asset Association (TDA), the industry&apos;s leading non-profit association representing Thailand&apos;s digital asset ecosystem, welcomed the implementation of the Travel Rule as an important step toward strengthening industry standards and international competitiveness. &quot;The implementation of the Travel Rule represents another significant step in advancing Thailand&apos;s digital asset market toward internationally recognized standards. Beyond strengthening regulatory oversight, it helps build greater confidence among users, investors, and financial institutions, both domestically and internationally. As digital asset businesses operate under the same compliance framework adopted by leading global financial centers, Thailand&apos;s digital asset industry will become increasingly credible, creating greater opportunities for cross-border collaboration, investment, and innovation.&quot; said Mr. Nares Laopannarai, President of the Thai Digital Asset Association.As part of its broader compliance strategy, Bitazza Thailand has continuously worked alongside key regulatory and public sector agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Bank of Thailand (BOT), the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO), and other relevant authorities to strengthen transaction monitoring, enhance customer protection, and develop systems capable of identifying suspicious activities.&quot;With our Travel Rule infrastructure now in place, we are confident in our readiness to support Thailand&apos;s next phase of digital asset regulation,&quot; Mr. Tanawat added.&quot;We remain committed to working alongside regulators, technology partners, and the wider industry to help build a transparent, secure, and internationally trusted digital asset ecosystem that benefits both Thailand and the broader global financial community.&quot;<img alt=" " rich-src="https://assets-news-bcdn.dailyhunt.in/cmd/resize/#DH_EMB_IMG_REP#__DHQ_/fetchdata20/images/7b/6d/03/7b6d03531ab9128ec3e671c66a4815f23601d844b0f6624e9922a0678e58254b.webp" src="https://assets-news-bcdn.dailyhunt.in/cmd/resize/#DH_EMB_IMG_REP#__DHQ_/fetchdata20/images/7b/6d/03/7b6d03531ab9128ec3e671c66a4815f23601d844b0f6624e9922a0678e58254b.webp" width="100%" stopImageLoad="false" style="padding:0 0%; margin:4px 0px;" ></img> View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/thailand-advances-toward-global-digital-asset-standards-as-bitazza-achieves-travel-rule-readiness-with-sumsub-302851056.html

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Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Nominated as Presidential CandidateDhaka: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has put forward Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, a veteran party leader and ally of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, as its candidate for the upcoming presidential election.

<nh-chunk-delimit />This election, set for August 20, follows the resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin, a close associate of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who stepped down last month due to health issues before completing his term.During a party standing committee meeting, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, who also chairs the BNP, announced Alamgir&apos;s nomination, paving the way for his potential election as the next president.At 78, Alamgir has stepped down from his role as secretary general and from the party&apos;s top policy-making committee, as confirmed by senior BNP joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi.&quot;It is with great pleasure that I announce on behalf of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party that our dedicated secretary general, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, has become the BNP&apos;s presidential candidate,&quot; Rizvi stated.According to the Election Commission&apos;s timeline, Alamgir was required to submit his nomination papers by 4:00 PM on Thursday.The main opposition party, Jamaat-e-Islami, has also nominated Colonel (retd) Oli Ahmad, chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), who has already filed his nomination with the Election Commission.The Constitution mandates that a new president must be elected within 90 days of the office becoming vacant.Currently, Parliamentary Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad is acting as president, as stipulated by the Constitution during such vacancies.The president is elected by Parliament, and with the BNP holding a two-thirds majority following the February 12 elections, Alamgir is in a favorable position to secure the presidency.If elected, he will become the 23rd president of Bangladesh, having been a prominent figure in the BNP for over two decades, serving as acting secretary general since 2011 and officially taking the role in 2016.Alamgir played a crucial role in leading the BNP during the imprisonment of its former chairperson and prime minister, Zia, and during Rahman&apos;s absence abroad.In Bangladesh&apos;s parliamentary system, the president serves primarily as a ceremonial figure, possessing key constitutional powers such as appointing the prime minister and chief justice.While the president is the supreme commander of the armed forces, these powers are typically exercised based on the prime minister&apos;s advice.Political analysts suggest that the presidency could gain more significance under the recently reintroduced caretaker government system, which would enhance the president&apos;s authority over the armed forces during elections.They also believe Alamgir&apos;s nomination may be a strategic move by the BNP, which has promised to amend the Constitution to grant the president more power.An economist by training, Alamgir began his political career as a leftist student activist during the time when Bangladesh was still known as East Pakistan, gaining independence in 1971 with India&apos;s assistance.After joining the BNP in the early 1990s, he held positions as state minister for agriculture and civil aviation.Upon the BNP&apos;s return to power in the February 12 elections, Alamgir was appointed as the local government minister.Shahabuddin, a veteran of the 1971 Liberation War and former lower judiciary judge, was elected to the presidency by the previous Parliament and was the last person holding this position after the violent protests in July-August 2024 that led to the fall of Hasina&apos;s Awami League government.Although Shahabuddin cited health issues for his resignation, it coincided with speculation that PM Rahman&apos;s government was uneasy with the largely ceremonial president.Reports suggested that Shahabuddin had contacted Hasina, which reportedly displeased the BNP leadership, although he dismissed these claims as unfounded.Hasina has been residing in India since August 5, 2024.

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Who is Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir? The New Presidential Candidate from Bangladesh's BNP

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Exploring the Intersection of Politics and MusicIn a recent conversation, the evolving relationship between politics and music was brought to the forefront, highlighting how these two realms are continuously changing.

<nh-chunk-delimit /> The speaker urged emerging artists to engage with their craft thoughtfully and seriously, rather than hastily entering the industry without proper preparation. This perspective reflects a wider concern regarding the influence of the music mafia, indicating that while obstacles remain, there is still potential for inspiration and development among newcomers.The speaker expressed admiration for the celebrated singer Alka Yagnik, noting a shared respect for each other&apos;s vocal talents. They reminisced about a discussion with Kalyanji, who complimented their strong diction but also pointed out the biases tied to their Bengali background. Such perceptions can sometimes impede recognition in the industry, as regional prejudices still linger.Looking back on their career, the speaker mentioned a particularly daunting song that made them hesitant to perform it again. They acknowledged the pressures that come with success and the misunderstandings that can arise, stating that while some may view them as challenging, those close to them would offer a different perspective. They stressed that despite the industry&apos;s fluctuations, they have remained authentic to themselves and their art.Ultimately, this dialogue highlighted the intricate nature of navigating the music industry, where personal integrity and artistic authenticity are frequently challenged by external demands and pressures. The speaker&apos;s experiences serve as a poignant reminder of the necessity to stay grounded amid the trials of fame and the shifting dynamics of music and politics.

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The Evolving Relationship Between Politics and Music: Insights from a Renowned Artist

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Sarcasm, sharp wit, humour and precision. In an aspect of Rahul Gandhi rarely seen, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition turned the concluding session of the Rachnatmak Congress into a lively, interactive and deeply political conversation.

<nh-chunk-delimit />It was a masterclass in political communication - part political critique, part theatre and part audience engagement. Gandhi mixed humour with pointed attacks on the BJP and the RSS, while drawing the audience into his arguments in a manner that was both unconventional and disarming.Few could have imagined this version of Gandhi a few months ago. But the Gen Z-led protests and the growing public support around them appear to have changed the political atmosphere - and Gandhi's own style of engagement with it.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 आजकल नरेंद्र मोदी के ऑफिस के अंदर से मुझे इन्फॉर्मेशन मिलती है। <a href="https://t.co/uUzYH4ULGT">pic.twitter.com/uUzYH4ULGT</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
 <a href="https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2087875147604901904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> The central theme of his address was a simple contrast: 'Order vs Expression'.Using theatrical techniques, Gandhi sought to draw a sharp distinction between the Congress and the BJP-RSS. The BJP-RSS, he argued, seeks to maintain &quot;order&quot; by suppressing dissent, while the Congress stands for an India that is free to &quot;express itself&quot;.&quot;At Jantar Mantar, students were told to stay quiet. A grieving mother was told to stay quiet. They (BJP-RSS) want to impose order. And our job is to make India express itself and break that order,&quot; he said.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 𝐎𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 At Jantar Mantar, students were told to stay quiet. A grieving mother was told to stay quiet. They (BJP-RSS) want to impose order. And our job is to make India express itself and break that order. : LoP Shri <a href="https://x.com/RahulGandhi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RahulGandhi</a> <a href="https://t.co/Pz4J5HBkMY">pic.twitter.com/Pz4J5HBkMY</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
 <a href="https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2087868440908603811?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> &quot;Our stance is that whatever is in someone's mind, they should speak it openly, but no one can suppress anyone else. A Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Jain - anyone can freely express their views. Only when the country's expression comes out will the country's strength be visible to the entire world. But these people are hell-bent on killing the country's expression itself,&quot; he added.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 हमें अपने Expression को दबाना नहीं है। जिस दिन RSS के Expression को देश से ख़त्म करने की बात होगी, उस दिन मैं उनकी रक्षा करूंगा, क्योंकि Expression उनका भी है। हमारा कहना है कि जिसके मन में जो हो, वो खुलकर बोले, लेकिन कोई किसी को दबा नहीं सकता। हिंदू, मुस्लिम, सिख, जैन कोई भी… <a href="https://t.co/zQ8xbbAO3H">pic.twitter.com/zQ8xbbAO3H</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
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</blockquote> Gandhi was equally caustic when he turned his attention to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah.&quot;We'll drive them crazy... These days, Narendra Modi doesn't sleep at night. There are many reasons for this - some are obvious, some hidden. Amit Shah was called Chanakya and all sorts of things, but he vanished, he ran away and couldn't show up in Parliament for 20 days. Now this government has realised that it can't stop this country from expressing itself,&quot; he said.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 नरेंद्र मोदी की विदेश नीति 😂🤣 <a href="https://t.co/xayRFyluU9">pic.twitter.com/xayRFyluU9</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
 <a href="https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2087869758574325981?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> Calling on Sandeep Dikshit to play the role of a foreign head of state, Gandhi hugged him on stage to take a swipe at what he described as Modi's &quot;hug diplomacy&quot;. The gesture, he suggested, had been mistaken by the prime minister as a substitute for serious diplomacy, with consequences for India's national interests.Gandhi then turned to China and the government's handling of the border situation. &quot;China has refused India the right to patrol on its own land, but the government tried to suppress this news and directly harmed the country. After Galwan, PM Modi said that not an inch of India's land is under anyone's control, while the Army spoke of land being occupied. When the Army negotiated with China on this issue, they were told that India's prime minister himself had already denied this,&quot; he said.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 चीन ने भारत को अपनी ही जमीन पर पैट्रोलिंग करने से मना कर दिया, लेकिन सरकार ने इस खबर को दबाने का प्रयास किया और सीधे तौर पर देश का नुकसान किया। गलवान के बाद PM मोदी ने कहा कि भारत की एक इंच भी जमीन किसी के कब्जे में नहीं है, जबकि सेना ने जमीन के कब्जे की बात कही। इस मुद्दे पर… <a href="https://t.co/uIT4ZXe7ft">pic.twitter.com/uIT4ZXe7ft</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
 <a href="https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2087878133030768995?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> &quot;In other words, the Modi government has devastated the country from all sides. Their entire focus is on strengthening their political structure and taking money from Adani,&quot; Gandhi added.What made the address significant was not merely the political messaging, but the manner in which it was delivered. Gandhi moved seamlessly between sarcasm and seriousness, humour and confrontation, and used the audience not simply as listeners but as participants.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 ⦿ मैंने प्रधानमंत्री के घर के सामने धरना किया तो वहां एक पुलिसवाला आया और मेरे कान में बोला- भैया, इनको हटाओ ⦿ मीडिया के साथी भी मुझसे कहते हैं कि जो हो रहा है, वो सही नहीं है, लेकिन हमें भी नौकरी करनी है, अपने बच्चे पालने हैं लेकिन national spirit नाम की भी कोई चीज होती… <a href="https://t.co/iQK0fgH2YY">pic.twitter.com/iQK0fgH2YY</a>— Congress (@INCIndia) 
 <a href="https://x.com/INCIndia/status/2087880147953430944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> The political message was unmistakable: the contest, in Gandhi's framing, is no longer merely between two parties but between an imposed order and an India determined to express itself.
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Order vs expression: Rahul Gandhi's masterclass in political communication

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As former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee stepped up her protest against BJP leaders and workers over their comments on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the state government led by chief minister Suvendu Adhikari withdrew the Banga Bibhushan award from BJP Rajya Sabha member Nagendra Ray alias Ananta Maharaj in an apparent damage control exercise.

<nh-chunk-delimit />But the BJP has so far failed to announce any disciplinary action against its state president Samik Bhattacharya, who also made controversial remarks involving Netaji and his political legacy. The contrast has quickly turned the controversy from a dispute over historical comments into a test of political consistency.The West Bengal government on Thursday, 13 August withdrew the Banga Bibhushan conferred on Ray by the previous Trinamool Congress (TMC) government. The information and cultural affairs department said the award was being withdrawn with immediate effect because its retention had become &quot;incompatible with the honour's prestige and standing&quot;. The government also ordered that his name be removed from the list of awardees.Tellingly, there's no sign yet that the party will take any further action against Ray.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 We STRONGLY CONDEMN the disgraceful insults directed at our great freedom fighter, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. THE HEROIC STRUGGLE OF OUR FREEDOM FIGHTERS WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Nor will silence prevail when the legacy and sacrifices of those who fought for the nation are… <a href="https://t.co/H2CBYoMgWJ">pic.twitter.com/H2CBYoMgWJ</a>— All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) 
 <a href="https://x.com/AITCofficial/status/2087162459769679918?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <a href="https://m.dailyhunt.in/news/india/english/national+herald+india-epaper-natlher/why+netaji+has+become+bengals+new+political+flashpoint-newsid-n722334634" >Why Netaji has become Bengal's new political flashpoint</a>The decision followed a storm over Ray's comments on Netaji. The BJP MP questioned Bose's contribution to India's independence and made highly controversial claims about the Azad Hind Fauj. In one account of his remarks, he argued that the soldiers who formed the force had originally been captured by Germany and handed over to Netaji, and alleged that Bose had &quot;misused&quot; them. He also attributed a much larger historical role to the maharaja of Cooch Behar, claiming that the maharaja had fought Hitler and the Azad Hind Fauj.Ray on Thursday defended himself, saying he had not invented the claims. &quot;I did not speak my own words; I merely stated what is written and what exists on record,&quot; he said. He further claimed, &quot;Sarat Chandra Bose stated this in the book Indian Independence Movement in East Asia. I merely quoted it.&quot; He insisted that he had done nothing wrong and said, &quot;It must be proven that I was wrong.&quot;The remarks became politically explosive because Netaji occupies an unusually powerful place in Bengal's public memory. For many Bengalis, disagreement over Bose's political choices is one thing; describing him in terms that appear to question his patriotism or historical contribution is quite another. The controversy has therefore created pressure on both the government and the BJP to demonstrate where they stand.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 A highly condemnable statement. BJP MP Ananta Maharaj has once again insulted 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗷𝗶 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝗲! <a href="https://t.co/XONJZps0dY">pic.twitter.com/XONJZps0dY</a>— 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘴𝘨𝘶𝘱𝘵𝘢🐦 (@angshuman786) 
 <a href="https://x.com/angshuman786/status/2086879995843219721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <a href="https://m.dailyhunt.in/news/india/english/national+herald+india-epaper-natlher/the+great+appropriation+why+netajis+vision+clashes+with+the+politics+of+today-newsid-n698184806" >The great appropriation: Why Netaji's vision clashes with the politics of today</a>For the BJP, the controversy carries an additional electoral risk. Ray is not merely a party MP but a prominent figure among the Rajbongshi community in North Bengal, a politically important vote bank in the region. Rajbongshis account for a substantial share of the electorate across several North Bengal constituencies, and the community's support has played an important role in the BJP's electoral dominance in the region. The party had chosen Ray as its Rajya Sabha nominee in 2023 precisely with an eye on the Rajbongshi vote.That makes the government's decision particularly awkward for the BJP. Ray has long been associated with the 'Greater Cooch Behar' movement and exercises influence among sections of the Rajbongshi community. The pressure was intensified by Mamata Banerjee. Speaking from the protest, she announced a &quot;zero-tolerance&quot; approach towards insulting Netaji and said, &quot;The law is equal for everyone&quot;, making it clear that political affiliation would not protect anyone. She also warned those responsible for objectionable social-media posts, &quot;merely deleting the post will not save you from the long arm of the law&quot;.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 First, it was insults. Now, statues built in honour of our great national hero are being vandalised. THIS INSULT TO NETAJI SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.<a href="https://x.com/BJP4Bengal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BJP4Bengal</a> has taken the culture of hooliganism and disruption of law &amp; order to a new low. An environment… <a href="https://t.co/t3mQs46JSG">pic.twitter.com/t3mQs46JSG</a>— All India Trinamool Congress (@AITCofficial) 
 <a href="https://x.com/AITCofficial/status/2087883523927707992?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> Yet the political question remains why the same standard has not visibly been applied inside the BJP. Samik Bhattacharya became involved in a separate controversy in July when he spoke about Syama Prasad Mookerjee's political clashes with the Forward Bloc - which Netaji founded - and brought Subhas Chandra Bose and Sarat Chandra Bose into the argument. Bhattacharya claimed that when Hindus were being persecuted between 1937 and 1939, Mookerjee had approached the Bose brothers to speak out, but &quot;neither listened to Mookerjee&quot;. He also described those who attacked Mookerjee as &quot;goons&quot;.The Forward Bloc accused Bhattacharya of distorting history and demanded that he retract his remarks. Its national general-secretary G. Devarajan said, &quot;There were no goons in the party&quot;, while arguing that the historical context had been misrepresented. A protest march was subsequently organised over Bhattacharya's remarks. The absence of visible BJP disciplinary action against its state president, alongside the government's punishment of Ray, provides the Opposition with an obvious political argument: if disrespect towards Netaji is genuinely a red line, it cannot depend on who made the remark. The current controversy also recalls an earlier episode under Mamata Banerjee's government. In December 2017, Kolkata Police arrested Manimoy Aich, a physics student and administrator of the Facebook page 'Specified Tarkata', after complaints over allegedly offensive material concerning prominent personalities, including Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and Rabindranath Tagore.That history has acquired fresh relevance because another arrest took place in North Dinajpur on Thursday. Kiran Kumar Das, a resident of Jharbari under Chakulia police station, was arrested in Islampur over an alleged objectionable social-media post about Netaji. The arrest followed the chief minister's directive to identify and prosecute such posts.The controversy took another dramatic turn on Thursday when a statue of Netaji in New Alipore, Kolkata, was vandalised. The right arm of the statue in Ward 81 was reportedly smashed under the cover of darkness. Police have begun an investigation.The vandalism adds another dimension to an already charged political controversy. On Wednesday, the chief minister had warned that anyone insulting Netaji would face action. Within a day, a person was arrested over an alleged social-media post, an MP lost a state honour and a Netaji statue was vandalised.
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A report on August 12, 2026 shows that Representative Kevin Hern from Oklahoma sale stock in Organon (NYSE:OGN), valued between $2,002 and $30,000. According to the August filing, the transaction occurred on August 5, 2026. 

<nh-chunk-delimit />At the time of writing, Organon shares are trading up 0.33% at $13.7.What Representative Has Been Trading RecentlyIn the last three years, Kevin Hern completed 181 stock transactions totaling more than $13.16 million. Smartstop Self Storage and Texas Instruments stocks were among the largest trades. Some of the most notable transactions the Rep. has executed recently include: <ul><li>ExxonMobil Holdings (NYSE:XOM): $100,001 - $250,000 Purchase</li><li>ExxonMobil Holdings (NYSE:XOM): $100,001 - $250,000 Purchase</li><li>Estee Lauder Cos (NYSE:EL): $1,001 - $15,000 Sale</li></ul>Here&apos;s a summary of Kevin Hern&apos;s recent trades:<table style="border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid rgb(211, 211, 211);border-style:solid" border="1"><thead><tr><th>Company</th><th>Ticker</th><th>Stock Type</th><th>Amount</th><th>Transaction Type</th><th>Transaction Date</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Estee Lauder Cos</td><td>EL</td><td>STOCK</td><td>$1,001 - $15,000</td><td>S</td><td>2026-08-05</td></tr><tr><td>Kenvue</td><td>KVUE</td><td>STOCK</td><td>$1,001 - $15,000</td><td>S</td><td>2026-08-05</td></tr><tr><td>Mondelez International</td><td>MDLZ</td><td>STOCK</td><td>$1,001 - $15,000</td><td>S</td><td>2026-08-05</td></tr><tr><td>Organon</td><td>OGN</td><td>STOCK</td><td>$1,001 - $15,000</td><td>S</td><td>2026-08-05</td></tr><tr><td>Versant Media Group</td><td>VSNT</td><td>STOCK</td><td>$1,001 - $15,000</td><td>S</td><td>2026-08-05</td></tr></tbody></table>To stay updated on Kevin Hern&apos;s trades and other congressional trades, try our government trades tool for live updates!Why Congressional Transactions MatterA congressional transaction is when any representative or senator either buys or sells an individual stock.Anyone working in Congress must file a Periodic Transaction Report to inform the public of their recent transaction within 30 days of being notified of the transaction and within 45 days of the transaction date.In April 2012, Former President Barack Obama signed the STOCK Act into law. The act prohibits members of Congress from using private information given to them by their position for personal gain such as buying or selling a stock. The act also expanded disclosure requirements for members of Congress by requiring them to file a monthly disclosure.The Importance of Congressional TransactionsCongressional transactions shouldn&apos;t be the primary reason for an investing decision, but they can be an important factor for an investor to consider.When a senator or representative makes a new purchase, it could be an indication they expect the stock to rise.A sale, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean the seller thinks the stock will go down.This article was generated by Benzinga&apos;s automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 13 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday appealed to people in the state to ensure that their names are not deleted from electoral rolls during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR), alleging that some political forces were conspiring to remove voters' names.

<nh-chunk-delimit />CM Revanth Reddy made the remarks while participating in the “Minorities Excellence Summit” and urged Congress workers to visit every household to verify voters’ details.“Some forces were attempting to have votes deleted in the ‘SIR’. After winning West Bengal, the political forces said their next target is Telangana,” the release quoted Revanth Reddy as saying.The Chief Minister said Congress would not allow eligible voters to lose their right to vote and called upon party cadres to ensure that every voter’s name remains on the electoral rolls.“Everyone must become a Revanth Reddy and safeguard the right to vote,” he said.On minority welfare, Revanth Reddy said Hindus and Muslims were “two eyes” for him and highlighted the Congress government’s implementation of four per cent reservation for minorities.“We already challenged Amit Shah to first remove the Muslim quota in Gujarat,” the Chief Minister said.Revanth Reddy claimed that the Congress government had effectively implemented the four per cent reservation and that minority youth had secured jobs in Group-1 and Group-2 services.He also said the government had pursued the recruitment process despite legal challenges and ensured the completion of appointments.Listing welfare measures for minorities, the Chief Minister said a member of the minority community had been appointed to the Telangana Public Service Commission. He also highlighted the appointment of former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin as a minister in the state Cabinet.Revanth Reddy also said the government had provided a Group-1-level job and a cash prize of Rs 3 crore to world boxing champion Nikhat Zareen and appointed cricketer Mohammed Siraj as a Deputy Superintendent of Police.The Chief Minister further urged minority youth to focus on acquiring skills alongside formal education to take advantage of employment opportunities in countries such as Germany and Japan.He said the state government had established a Skills University to enhance the capabilities of students.Revanth Reddy also thanked the Muslim community for its support in helping him reach the position of Chief Minister of Telangana. (ANI)

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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 13 (ANI): Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday lashed out against the BJP and the RSS over the alleged 'shuddhikaran' (purification) ritual performed at a venue in Uttarakhand's Haldwani after a rally addressed by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, alleging that they want to exclude marginalised communities.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Taking to X, Priyank Kharge questioned what kind of message it sends to millions of Dalits facing caste discrimination daily if a veteran political leader such as Mallikarjun Kharge, with over 50 years of public service, can be targeted for ritual purification. “The real face of the BJP and RSS stands exposed. After Shri @kharge’s address in Haldwani, a so-called “shuddhikaran” ritual was performed at the venue. If the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha with over 50 years in public service can be “purified,” imagine the message being sent to millions of Dalits who face caste discrimination every day.”“@narendramodi wants to build a #ViksitBharat by excluding Dalits, OBCs and Adivasis.The BJP and RSS don’t only have a problem with Shri Kharge, they have a problem with equality, dignity, and social justice,” he added. Priyank Kharge’s sharp remarks come in the wake of a massive political row inside the Rajya Sabha, where Mallikarjun Kharge raised the Haldwani incident.Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of carrying out a ‘Shuddhikaran’ ritual of the stage at Uttarakhand’s Haldwani, where the latter addressed a rally.Kharge addressed a Congress rally at Ramlila Maidan on August 8 as part of the party’s preparations for the 2027 Uttarakhand Assembly election.Speaking in the House, Kharge, pointing out the incident, said that lakhs of people were present when he delivered the speech at Haldwani.He said, “It pains me to say that I had delivered a speech at the Ramlila Maidan in Haldwani, where lakhs of people were present. I did not mention the name of any community or religion there; I only spoke about the problems faced by the people.”“But after my speech, people associated with the BJP carried out a ‘purification’ ritual of that stage. You may have read about this in the newspapers. Is this the way things should happen in a democracy? How are you protecting the Constitution?” Kharge alleged.Replying to this, Leader of the House JP Nadda condemned the alleged incident while asserting that the BJP does not subscribe to such activities.Nadda also said that the BJP will surely investigate the allegations raised by Mallikarjun Kharge.“What Kharge ji has said is truly a matter of concern–not just for the Congress party, but for all of us. Kharge ji has said that those who did this were BJP people. I want to make it absolutely clear that the BJP does not subscribe to such activities,” he said.“However, since you have raised the issue, we will have it investigated. But let me reiterate that the BJP does not support or endorse such activities. It is a matter of regret for all of us,” the BJP leader emphasised.Meanwhile, LoP Kharge again stood up and said that he does not want to turn the incident into a political issue.“I do not want to turn this into a political issue. I have been in this House for many years, but I have never stood before anyone and pleaded for help by saying that I am an SC or a Dalit. I have the strength to fight, and I fight. But when you practise untouchability against me, you insult and humiliate me,” he said.JP Nadda again stood up and reiterated that the BJP does not endorse such activities.Addressing the Rajya Sabha, Chairman CP Radhakrishnan asserted that all of the members condemn untouchability.“We all condemn this, irrespective of party or ideology. We all condemn untouchability, and we are all already ‘purified.’ There is no need for anyone to purify us again and again,” he said.The Chairman also requested the government to investigate the allegations, and if true, the accused should be punished.“I also request the government that those who have done this wrong should be investigated, apprehended, and punished. There is no second opinion on this,” he said. (ANI)

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New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has flagged delays, incorrect tax calculations, rejected eligible applications and revenue losses in the implementation of the Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas (DTVsV) Scheme, 2020. 

<nh-chunk-delimit />According to a press release issued by the Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, the Audit Report on Direct Taxes, titled “Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas Scheme, 2020”, was presented in Parliament on Thursday.According to the release, the CAG conducted a Subject Specific Compliance Audit (SSCA) of the scheme between July 2023 and February 2024, while issues related to information technology implementation were examined between March and September 2024. Audit findings were discussed with the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in September 2025.The scheme was introduced to reduce pending income tax litigation, facilitate timely revenue collection and provide taxpayers with certainty, savings in time and resources, and immunity from penalty and prosecution, the release said.As of January 31, 2020, disputed direct tax arrears amounting to Rs 10.09 lakh crore were locked in 4.15 lakh appeal cases, equivalent to 88.7 per cent of direct tax collection of Rs 11.37 lakh crore during FY 2018-19.The audit covered 5,212 cases across different categories pertaining to 174 Designated Authorities (DAs).The CAG found that in 63 per cent of audited sample cases across 24 states, Form-3 was issued beyond the prescribed 15-day period, with delays extending up to 868 days, according to the release.Similarly, among 4,558 cases where Form-5 was issued, delays were found in 2,044 cases, or 45 per cent, across 22 states. The delays extended up to 954 days.The release said the Department did not provide details of Consequential Effect Orders (CEOs) in 2,521 cases. Of the 2,037 cases where CEOs were made available, 1,546 had delays extending up to 1,398 days.The audit also found that in 10 cases across three states, valid declarations were rejected by the Designated Authority despite the assessees being eligible for the scheme.According to the CAG release, 208 cases involving a tax effect of Rs 423.47 crore had incorrect determination of the amount payable under the scheme. In another 55 cases involving a tax effect of Rs 1,168.27 crore, interest paid to assessees under Section 244A of the Income Tax Act was not withdrawn while processing the cases, resulting in loss of revenue to the exchequer.The audit also highlighted deficiencies in internal audits and the absence of standard operating procedures across several Principal Commissioners of Income Tax (PCsIT).The release said that of 4.15 lakh cases involving Rs 10.09 lakh crore pending before appellate forums, applications covering 1.32 lakh cases involving Rs 0.99 lakh crore were received under the scheme. As of July 22, 2022, 1.06 lakh cases had been settled and Rs 71,924 crore collected.The CAG recommended that the CBDT fix specific timelines for issuing forms and CEOs, strengthen IT controls, ensure accurate computation of payable tax, improve uniformity in application of provisions and issue standard operating procedures for future schemes.The CAG also recommended stronger internal audits and verification of assessment records before refunds are issued to prevent revenue loss, the press release said. (ANI)

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 13 (ANI): Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde spoke to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal over the phone and enquired about his health after the latter was allegedly attacked at a gurdwara in Nanded, his Office said on Thursday.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Badal was attacked at Gurudwara Mata Sahib Devaji in Mugat village of Nanded district after completing darshan and while coming down the gurdwara steps. According to Nanded Police, the incident took place at around 1:50 pm.Badal suffered a wound of around four to five centimetres on his right forearm after a Sikh sewadar allegedly attacked him with a dagger. A Special Protection Unit police officer was also injured while attempting to protect him.Nanded District Collector Rahul Kardele said Badal and the injured police officer were stable and out of danger.The accused was taken into police custody and further legal action is underway.Meanwhile, SAD leader Gulzar Singh Ranike described the attack as a “deliberate act” and a “calculated conspiracy”. He urged the Central Government to order a CBI inquiry and called upon the state government to use its agencies to investigate the incident.“It appears to be a deliberate act, a calculated conspiracy. I urge the Central Government to order a serious CBI inquiry, and I also call upon the State Government to utilise its own agencies to investigate the matter,” he told ANI.Furthermore, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini condemned the attack and said such incidents should not occur at places of religious reverence. He said grievances should be voiced and discussed so that they can be resolved.“Such incidents are condemnable. I understand that the person who carried out the attack has likely been arrested. However, such incidents should not occur. If there is an issue, it should be voiced or discussed, so that a resolution can be found. When someone visits a place out of reverence, such an incident casts a shadow of doubt on that very spirit of devotion. After all, these are the abodes of the Gurus, and the Gurus established them for the entire community,” Saini said while addressing a press conference.Earlier, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered an inquiry into the incident and sought information from the Nanded Superintendent of Police. He also spoke to Badal over the phone and enquired about his health.Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke to Badal’s wife, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, over the phone and enquired about the SAD chief’s health following the attack, sources said.The incident has drawn condemnation from several SAD leaders. Party leader Daljit Singh Cheema described it as the second life-threatening attack on Badal within a short period and alleged a major intelligence and security failure.The latest incident comes nearly two years after Badal was targeted in an attempted shooting at the Golden Temple in Amritsar in December 2024 while performing ‘seva’. The attacker, Narain Singh Chaura, was overpowered before he could cause harm.Badal had been performing the religious service after the Akal Takht declared him a “tankhaiya” over decisions taken during the SAD-led Punjab government between 2007 and 2017. (ANI)

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Eknath Shinde enquires about Sukhbir Singh Badal's health after Nanded Gurdwara attack

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New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday spoke to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal over the phone to enquire about his health following the attack on him at a gurdwara in Maharashtra's Nanded, and termed violence over ideological differences 'reprehensible'.

<nh-chunk-delimit />In a post on X, Rajnath Singh said the attack on Badal was “extremely disturbing” and prayed for his speedy recovery.“The news of the attack on Punjab’s former Deputy Chief Minister Shri Sukhbir Singh Badal is extremely disturbing. In a democracy, any kind of violence due to ideological differences is reprehensible from every perspective. I have spoken to him on the phone to inquire about his health. I pray to God for his speedy recovery,” Singh wrote. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" data-theme="light">
 पंजाब के पूर्व उप-मुख्यमंत्री श्री सुखबीर सिंह बादल पर हुए हमले का समाचार अत्यंत चिंताजनक है। लोकतंत्र में वैचारिक मतभेद के चलते किसी भी प्रकार की हिंसा, हर दृष्टि से निंदनीय है। मैंने फ़ोन करके उनके स्वास्थ्य की जानकारी प्राप्त की है। मैं ईश्वर से उनके शीघ्र स्वस्थ होने की कामना…— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) 
 <a href="https://x.com/rajnathsingh/status/2087898544120135792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2026</a>
</blockquote> The attacker has been taken into police custody and further legal action is underway, Nanded Police said.Badal suffered a wound of around five centimetres on his right forearm after being attacked with a dagger at a gurdwara in Nanded, District Collector Rahul Kardele said. He and a police officer who was injured while protecting him are stable and out of danger.“He sustained a minor injury, as did a PSI from the Special Protection Unit. Both are currently in stable condition and out of danger,” Kardele said.“Both were hit on the arm. I believe Badal has a wound of about four to five centimetres on his right forearm, and doctors are currently treating him,” he added.According to Nanded Police, the incident took place at around 1:50 pm after Badal completed darshan at Gurudwara Mata Sahib Devaji at Mugat village in Mudkhed taluka. While he was coming down the steps, a Sikh sewadar allegedly attacked him with a dagger, injuring his hand.Police Inspector Santosh Kele of the Special Protection Unit, who was accompanying Badal, also sustained an injury to his hand while attempting to protect the SAD chief.Both Badal and Kele were admitted to Yashosai Hospital in Nanded, where they are undergoing treatment. Police said their condition was good.Kardele said Badal’s visit was private and that no official intimation had been given to the Collector’s office. However, since Badal has Z-plus security, he was provided full police protection.“It was a private visit. No official intimation was given to the Collector’s office, but since he has Z-plus security, he had full police protection,” the Collector said.Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered an inquiry into the incident and sought details from the Nanded Superintendent of Police. Fadnavis also spoke to Badal over the phone, during which the SAD chief is learnt to have told him that he was stable.Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke to Badal’s wife, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, over the phone and enquired about the SAD chief’s health, sources said.SAD national vice-president Sanjeev Talwar condemned the attack and raised questions over the security arrangements for Badal.“Such an attack on someone who has Z+ security and is a former Deputy CM will certainly be considered a security lapse,” Talwar said.He also described Badal as a promoter of Hindu-Sikh unity and said the incident should not be viewed merely as an attack on an individual.“Sukhbir Singh Badal is a promoter of Hindu-Sikh unity; he speaks of Punjab and Punjabiyat. This is not a direct attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal but an attack on the unity and integrity of Punjab,” Talwar said.The latest attack comes nearly two years after Badal was targeted in an attempted shooting at the Golden Temple in Amritsar in December 2024 while performing ‘seva’. The attacker, Narain Singh Chaura, allegedly attempted to fire at Badal but was overpowered before causing serious harm.The 2024 incident occurred after the Akal Takht declared Badal a ‘tankhaiya’, or guilty of religious misconduct, over decisions and actions taken by the SAD-led Punjab government between 2007 and 2017.As part of the religious punishment, Badal performed ‘seva’ at the Golden Temple and other Sikh shrines.Following the 2024 attack, SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia had criticised the Punjab Police and raised questions over the security arrangements surrounding Badal. (ANI)
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New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): The Monsoon Session of Parliament, which began on July 20, was adjourned sine die on Thursday after 19 sittings spread over 25 days &mdash; a session in which 12 Bills were passed but only one, the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, was actually debated in the House.

<nh-chunk-delimit />Every other Bill was passed without discussion, as repeated Opposition protests over the NEET paper leak, an alleged “theft” of Ram Temple donations,aand the police alleged crackdown on student protesters on July 20 reduced discussion time to a trickle even as the government pushed through its legislative agenda.During the session, 11 Bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha and two in the Rajya Sabha, while 12 Bills were passed by both Houses. Two of those replaced ordinances the President had promulgated before the session — the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance and the Income-Tax (Amendment) Ordinance, both of 2026.But productivity told a different story. Lok Sabha functioned at roughly 19 per cent of its allotted time, Rajya Sabha at about 39 per cent.Among the major legislations cleared during the session was the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, introduced amid the ongoing political debate over examination irregularities and student concerns.The Bill seeks to strengthen the public examination system by ensuring speedy investigation and time-bound trials in cases related to unfair means. It provides for completion of investigations within two months and trials within three months, empowers state governments and Union Territory administrations to establish Special Fast Track Courts, allows appointment of Special Public Prosecutors and enables the Centre to create Special Task Forces wherever required.The legislation also increases penalties for offences and introduces a time-bound appellate mechanism before a Division Bench of the High Court. The Bill was passed by both Houses and received the President’s assent.Another major development was the passage of two Bills replacing Ordinances issued before the session — the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 and the Income-Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026.The Demands for Excess Grants for the year 2022-23 were also taken up. The related Appropriation Bill was introduced, considered and passed by the Lok Sabha on August 4 and returned by the Rajya Sabha on August 6.The Parliament also passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to bring Vande Mataram, the National Song, under Section 3 of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.The legislation makes intentional obstruction of the singing of Vande Mataram or disruption of assemblies engaged in its singing an offence, thereby extending legal protection to the National Song.The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was passed to make delayed registration procedures stricter by prescribing a streamlined verification mechanism. Under the amended framework, registration after one year and up to two years would require approval from the competent Executive Magistrate, while delays beyond two years would require approval from a Judicial Magistrate of First Class.The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 seeks to create a national digital platform for free and voluntary registration of MSMEs, improve access to finance, ensure faster resolution of delayed payment disputes and promote ease of doing business. It also proposes decriminalisation of certain offences by replacing conviction-based fines with graded penalties.The Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026 expands the definition of bankers’ books to include physical, electronic, digital, virtual and cloud-based records. The legislation aims to create a technology-neutral framework, standardise certificates and recognise digital authentication.The Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 seeks to amend the First Schedule of the Constitution to change the name of the state from “Kerala” to “Keralam”.The National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 aims to strengthen the cooperative sector by expanding the definition of foodstuffs, removing geographical restrictions on industrial goods and improving financial assistance mechanisms.The Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026 seeks to improve transparency and independence in tribunals by bringing uniformity in qualifications, appointments and service conditions of chairpersons and members. It also proposes the establishment of a National Tribunals Commission.The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 aims to provide greater certainty and stability in the mineral sector’s fiscal framework and support economic growth under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047.One Bill did not make it through — the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was referred to a 31-member Joint Committee of Parliament (21 from Lok Sabha, 10 from Rajya Sabha) after Opposition parties, including Congress, the Samajwadi Party and Trinamool Congress, alleged the changes could be used to target NGOs, minority institutions and foreign-funded organisations.The government defended the Bill as a transparency measure. The JPC is expected to submit its report by the last day of the first week of the Winter Session; Congress has said referral is no substitute for its demand that the Bill be withdrawn altogether.The final day began with all six stanzas of Vande Mataram being played in the Lok Sabha, marking the first such instance in Parliament, following fresh Union Home Ministry directions on the National Song’s protocol — fitting, given that Parliament had just passed a law extending statutory protection to it.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and other Union Ministers, including Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Kiren Rijiju, Giriraj Singh and Pralhad Joshi, were present and stood at attention as it played.Soon after, Opposition MPs raised slogans demanding answers from Shah over the student protests, shouting “apologise” and “who ordered the lathi-charge?”The ruling side responded with counter-protests before MPs took their seats. Speaker Om Birla then announced the adjournment of the House sine die.Interestingly, the Speaker did not deliver the usual valedictory address highlighting the performance of the Lok Sabha during the session.The Rajya Sabha too was adjourned sine die after a brief sitting, during which Congress raised the issue of an alleged “purification” ritual performed at a venue in Uttarakhand’s Haldwani after party president Mallikarjun Kharge addressed a rally there.Kharge alleged that the act reflected disrespect towards democratic values, while Union Minister JP Nadda condemned the incident and said the party did not support such actions.The political temperature of the session was largely driven by the controversy surrounding student protests over alleged NEET examination irregularities and the police action during a student march towards Parliament on July 20.The Opposition repeatedly demanded a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah over allegations of force being used against protesting students, including claims of lathi-charge and use of excessive force.The issue remained unresolved throughout the session, with repeated disruptions preventing normal proceedings.On Wednesday, Shah said the government was ready for a discussion on the matter and accused the Opposition of avoiding debate.Rahul Gandhi rejected the government’s offer, saying the Opposition did not want an “Amit Shah lecture” and questioned who ordered the action against students.“The Opposition has clearly said that we are not interested in Amit Shah giving us a lecture. Who shot the students? Who gave the order to beat up the students with lathis?” Gandhi said.The government, however, maintained that it was prepared to answer all questions — placing the blame for the impasse on an Opposition he said was “running away.”Allegations of theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya ran alongside the NEET issue as a recurring flashpoint through the session.The session witnessed repeated slogan-shouting, protests inside the House and demonstrations outside the Parliament complex, with both the BJP and INDIA bloc engaging in counter-protests.A separate controversy erupted in the Rajya Sabha when Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of carrying out a “Shuddhikaran” (purification) ritual on the stage in Uttarakhand’s Haldwani, where he had addressed a rally, saying he had spoken only of public problems without naming any community.“Is this the way things should happen in a democracy? How are you protecting the Constitution?” he asked. Nadda called it “a matter of concern… not just for the Congress party, but for all of us,” while insisting the BJP “does not subscribe to such activities.”Meanwhile, Congress MP Pawan Khera led opposition MPs in protest with a toy monkey, raising the slogan “56 inch ka chhota bandar, jaldi aao sadan ke andar” — a jibe referencing Modi’s oft-cited “56-inch chest.” Earlier, the BJP had staged its own protest accusing Rahul Gandhi and Congress of failing to acknowledge the ongoing agitation in Jharkhand.CPI(M) MP Amra Ram accused the BJP of “theatrics” and of passing legislation without debate — a trend he called unprecedented in his “70 years of life.”Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar hit back, accusing the INDIA bloc of a “fear psychosis” and insisting the government was fully prepared to discuss the Jharkhand agitation but that the Opposition wouldn’t engage. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Rijiju summed up the session’s paradox best: strong on business, weak on debate. Twelve Bills passed, two ordinances converted into law, a contentious FCRA amendment kicked to a joint committee, and a historic six-stanza rendition of the National Song to close it out — all set against a backdrop of near-continuous disruption, unresolved demands for accountability on the student crackdown, and a war of words that spilled from the House onto the steps of the Parliament complex.Rijiju said the Lok Sabha passed 11 Bills without discussion, while one Bill — the Public Examinations legislation — received detailed debate. He accused Congress MPs of reducing parliamentary participation to slogan-shouting and disruptions.“The government was ready to answer every question, but the Opposition did not allow discussion,” Rijiju said.Opposition leaders, however, blamed the government for avoiding accountability and passing Bills without sufficient scrutiny.CPI(M) MP Amra Ram accused the government of indulging in “theatrics” and said legislation was being passed without proper debate.Samajwadi Party MP Rajiv Rai criticised Shah for making a statement only at the end of the session, alleging that the government delayed responding to student concerns.Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also questioned the functioning of Parliament, saying that neither the Prime Minister nor Home Minister participated during the session’s crucial moments.Rijiju said he hoped for “a change for the better” when Parliament reconvenes for the Winter Session.With 12 Bills passed by both Houses, 11 Bills introduced in the Lok Sabha, two in the Rajya Sabha and the FCRA Bill referred to a JPC, the session recorded substantial legislative activity but limited debate.Both Houses were adjourned sine die on Thursday, bringing the 8th Session of the 18th Lok Sabha and the 271st Session of the Rajya Sabha to an end. 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