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Aug 3, 2026, 05:41 PM

NDA's Mangal Milan Meeting Scheduled for August 4, 2026

The weekly Mangal Milan meeting will be held on Tuesday (August 4, 2026) between the parliamentary parties of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) -led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) at the Centre. According to news agency ANI, this important meeting will start at 9.30 am at GMC Balayogi Auditorium located in Parliament Library Building in the national capital New Delhi. Earlier, the Mangal Milan meeting of the NDA parliamentary parties was concluded on last Tuesday (July 28, 2026) and was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Apart from PM Modi, the meeting was also attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as well as many other senior leaders of the NDA. In the meeting held last week, Union Parliamentary Minister Kiren Rijiju addressed the MPs of the alliance. Along with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Panchayati Raj and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh aka Lalan Singh also gave his views and shared the progress of the central government's initiatives and the strategic impact of the FTA (Free Trade Agreement) to all the parliamentarians of India.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 05:32 PM

Uttar Pradesh Government to Hold Crucial Cabinet Meeting Ahead of Supplementary Budget Presentation

The Uttar Pradesh government is going to hold an important cabinet meeting before presenting the supplementary budget in the assembly. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will chair this meeting at the chief minister's residence. This meeting is considered important for the government because it is likely to approve many major proposals and important ordinances. These ordinances will be placed on the table of the assembly after getting approval from the cabinet. The government will present the supplementary budget in the assembly on Tuesday. The cabinet meeting before this is considered very important in terms of the government's policy decisions and upcoming development plans. It is believed that through this meeting the government will clarify its legislative and development agenda for the current assembly session. According to government sources, many important proposals will be discussed in the cabinet meeting. Also, many important ordinances can be approved. These ordinances will be presented in the assembly after getting approval from the cabinet. The government is trying to expedite development decisions and administrative projects. The government can present a supplementary budget of more than Rs.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 05:12 PM

Indian Parliament Passes Key Legislations Amid Protests

Parliament on Monday cleared and introduced key legislations amid persistent protests by the Opposition over the alleged NEET paper leak and the purported theft of donations from the Ram temple in Ayodhya, with repeated sloganeering leaving little room for debate in both Houses. In the Lok Sabha, the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, which seeks to replace an ordinance increasing the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 34 to 38 judges, including the Chief Justice of India, was passed by a voice vote without discussion.A statutory resolution moved by Opposition members disapproving the promulgation of the ordinance was also rejected by a voice vote. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal briefly introduced the legislation before the Chair invited members to speak on the statutory resolution. However, as Opposition members continued raising slogans over the NEET controversy and allegations relating to Ram temple donations, the Bill was put to vote and passed without debate. The Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026, aimed at overhauling the legal framework governing the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and expanding its role as a premier institution for statistical sciences was also introduced in the Lok Sabha by Minister of State Rao Inderjit Singh. The proposed legislation seeks to repeal the Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959, and incorporate the ISI as a body corporate with an updated governance structure. It proposes the President of India as the Visitor of the Institute and provides for a Board of Governors as its principal executive body, chaired by an eminent figure from academia, industry, education, public policy or statistical sciences. An Academic Council headed by the Director will oversee academic matters. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026 by voice vote amid sustained Opposition protests. The legislation seeks to address the longstanding issue of delayed payments to MSMEs by prescribing timelines for dispute resolution and strengthening recovery mechanisms. It empowers courts to direct payment of at least 50 per cent of the awarded amount to MSME suppliers if an application to set aside an order remains pending for more than six months, a provision aimed at easing liquidity constraints faced by small businesses. Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi said the Bill balances the interests of all stakeholders while safeguarding constitutional principles and reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening the MSME sector. However, his speech was repeatedly interrupted by sloganeering from Opposition members, who continued demanding Union Home Minister Amit Shah's presence in the House over police action against students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak. The Rajya Sabha witnessed repeated disruptions from the start of the day. Proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm after Opposition MPs insisted that Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjuna Kharge be allowed to speak. Chairman CP Radhakrishnan urged members to return to their seats and warned against displaying placards after some Left MPs held up protest signs inside the House. Leader of the House JP Nadda later criticised the Opposition, claiming its members had not even supported amendments moved by their own parties during consideration of the MSME Bill.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 04:58 PM

Karnataka Cabinet Expansion Met with Discontent Within Congress Party

The much-anticipated Karnataka Cabinet expansion finally materialised on Monday with the Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administering the oath of office and secrecy to 19 Ministers. However, several Congress legislators were disgruntled; an MLA even resigned after he was not inducted into the Cabinet. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar appealed to them to be patient, insisting that his patience brought him to the position he is in now. He spoke amid simmering discontent within the party, with supporters of some disappointed ministerial aspirants protesting and a couple of legislators offering to resign as MLAs. "There are many legislators, many of them are eligible; I'm not denying that. The party has to make decisions in some situations. I too was not considered for the minister post in 2004; during the Siddaramaiah government too (in 2013-18) I was not taken into the cabinet initially. I remained patient," Shivakumar said. Speaking to reporters here, he said, "I'm sitting in this position because I remained patient. I request everyone to be patient. We will create some opportunity for everyone. Please be patient." Unhappy over being excluded from the cabinet expansion, Congress MLA from Indi, Yashavantarayagouda V Patil submitted his resignation from his legislative post on Monday. Sagara MLA Belur Gopalakrishna also expressed his displeasure and his intention to resign.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 04:53 PM

Prashant Kishor Wins Prestigious Bankipur By-Election, Ends BJP's Uninterrupted Hold

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor made a winning electoral debut on Monday , defeating the BJP in the prestigious Bankipur Assembly by-election and ending the saffron party's uninterrupted hold over the constituency since 1995. Kishor secured 64,151 votes to defeat BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar by 19,324 votes. Kumar polled 44,827 votes, while the RJD's Rekha Gupta finished a distant third with 14,273 votes. The by-poll was necessitated after BJP national president Nitin Nabin vacated the seat following his election to the Rajya Sabha. Bankipur had remained a BJP bastion for three decades, with Nabin and his late father Navin Chandra Sinha representing the constituency continuously since 1995.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 04:51 PM

BJP's Defeat in Bankipur By-Election Raises Questions Within Party

When the rivers flow, not only do they change their course, but also the shape of the banks. Elections are similar. Sometimes the decision of one seat does not change the government, but the course of politics. The Bankipur by-election in Patna on the banks of the Ganges will probably be registered in the same elections. On the surface, this is a big victory for Prashant Kishor. But in politics, the surface often tells the least truth. The real story is written in the currents flowing underwater, which change the geography of the banks far and wide. First of all, the BJP. Despite the crushing defeat in Bankipur, the government is completely safe. The arithmetic of the assembly will remain the same. But this defeat has left an uncomfortable question within the party: Why did the national president Nitin Naveen not win the party in his own stronghold? After the initial confusion about the candidate selection, Nitin Naveen camped in Bankipur with the whole team. Yogi Modi campaigned in the streets. The personal motive of Narendra Modi and Amit Shah was not to come back.

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Aug 3, 2026, 04:41 PM

Arvind Kejriwal Leads Protest Against E-20 Petrol, Questions Modi Government's Ethanol Policy

Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal will march to the Prime Minister's residence on Tuesday (August 3) with letters from the public to protest against E-20 petrol. He said that he will leave the AAP headquarters with 100 people at 12 noon. We hope that the Prime Minister will meet and listen to us. He said that in just a few days, people have signed a petition to the Prime Minister against E-20 online. Kejriwal said that he had asked for time to meet the Prime Minister a month ago, but has not received a reply so far. He asked the Prime Minister whether he is forcibly imposing ethanol on the country under pressure from Trump and will buy ethanol worth $20 billion in the next 5 years. At a press conference at the AAP headquarters on Monday, the party's national convener Arvind Kejriwal said that the people of the country are very upset about ethanol and the Modi government at the center is forcibly imposing ethanol on the people.

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The Financial Express

Aug 3, 2026, 04:39 PM

India Proposes Changes to Tax Laws to Attract Foreign Capital and Boost Fund Management Industry

The Centre has reportedly proposed changes to tax laws that would allow offshore investment funds to appoint India-based fund managers without automatically attracting the country’s tax liability. According to a report by Reuters, this development aims to boost the country’s fund management industry and attract foreign capital. The proposal, part of a draft tax amendment bill, seeks to simplify the existing “safe harbour” framework governing offshore investment funds. The government reportedly said the changes intend to promote fund management activity in India while providing greater tax certainty to overseas investors . The move comes as India has witnessed significant foreign capital outflows, prompting policymakers to explore measures that make the country a more attractive investment destination. Foreign investors have also long raised concerns over India’s tax administration and compliance framework. Under the current tax regime, offshore funds must satisfy several conditions to avoid being treated as having a taxable business presence in India because they use an India-based fund manager. These include maintaining a minimum corpus of Rs 100 crore, having at least 20 investors and ensuring that no single investor contributes more than 25% of the fund’s capital, the report stated. Failure to meet these conditions can result in India-sourced profits being taxed at rates of up to 38%. The draft bill proposed to remove these minimum size and investor diversification requirements altogether. If Parliament approves it, offshore funds could appoint Indian fund managers irrespective of their asset size or investor concentration without triggering Indian tax liability, provided they meet the remaining eligibility criteria. While easing compliance requirements, the proposed framework retains certain safeguards. To qualify for the tax exemption, domestic investors cannot account for more than 5% of a fund’s assets, and the offshore fund must not exercise control over any business operating in India. These conditions are intended to ensure that the tax relief benefits genuine offshore investment vehicles rather than structures designed primarily for domestic investments, Reuters reported. Quoting tax experts, Reuters reported that the proposed changes would simplify the regulatory framework and strengthen India’s position as a fund management hub. Girish Vanvari, founding partner at Transaction Square, told the agency that the amendments replace a highly prescriptive regime with a simpler substance-based framework. According to him, the proposal substantially reduces the risk of offshore funds being regarded as having a “business connection” in India, and therefore becoming taxable, merely because their investment manager is located in the country. Nehal Sampat, partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), said offshore funds had often struggled to comply with the existing safe harbour conditions while appointing India-based managers. He described the proposal as a significant ease-of-doing-business measure likely to encourage more offshore funds to hire onshore investment managers.

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Aug 3, 2026, 04:32 PM

Violent Protests Erupt in Jaipur Over UGC Rules, Police Use Force to Disperse Crowd

In the capital Jaipur, a protest by the Shri Rajput Karni Sena and various upper-caste organisations demanding rollback of the new rules of the University Grants Commission (UGC) turned violent. The 600-kilometre-long padyatra that started from Bikaner and reached Jaipur led to a fierce clash between the protesters and the police. As the situation became uncontrollable, the police had to use water cannons and mild lathicharge to disperse the crowd. According to information, the Karni Sena had taken out this padyatra from Bikaner, calling the new rules of the UGC against the interests of upper-caste students and educational institutions. The yatra was to conclude in Jaipur on Sunday. A large number of activists and supporters were marching towards the city collectorate and the chief minister's residence. The protesters say that there are many provisions in the new rules that can be misused, so they should be withdrawn immediately. When the protesters reached Jaipur's Outer Ravan Gate area, the police barricaded them.

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NorthEast Now

Aug 3, 2026, 04:30 PM

Tipra Motha Founder Announces Organisational Restructuring After Village Committee Elections

Tipra Motha founder Pradyot Bikram Manikya Deb Barma on Monday said the party would undertake a major organisational restructuring after the Village Committee (VC) elections and asserted that those pursuing politics for personal interests would have no place in the revamped organisation. In a statement, Pradyot said the reorganisation would cover the party as well as its frontal organisations, including the Youth Tipra Federation (YTF), Tipra Women’s Federation (TWF), Tipra Indigenous Students Federation (TISF), and Tipra Cultural Forum (TCF). He said the restructuring exercise would focus on building an organisation comprising individuals committed to the party’s ideals and dedicated to working for the welfare of the state and the country. According to Pradyot, the reconstituted organisation would not accommodate “opportunists” or those motivated by personal gains. He said the exercise would be carried out after the completion of the Village Committee elections. Pradyot also said the reorganisation was aimed at strengthening the party and its affiliated bodies by inducting committed workers into key organisational roles. The TIPRA Motha chief did not elaborate on the timeline for the restructuring, beyond stating that it would begin after the VC elections. There was no immediate response from any party leader to Pradyot’s remarks.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 04:24 PM

BJP Wins Manjalpur Assembly Seat in Vadodara By-Election

The voting for the by-election to the Manjalpur assembly seat in Vadodara was held on July 30. The counting of votes was held today, August 3. The BJP has once again won the Manjalpur assembly seat, which is considered a stronghold of the BJP. This morning, at around 7.30 am, I reached the counting center Bhavans School in Makarpura for the counting of votes for the by-election to the Manjalpur assembly in Vadodara. I saw that since morning the police had barricaded all the roads leading to the counting center. The movement of people on the roads leading to the counting center was possible only after checking the official certificate. Before 8 am, BJP candidate Satendra Patel and Congress candidate Bhikhabhai Rabari had reached the counting center with their supporters. The counting of votes officially began at 8 am. The result of the first round was in favor of the BJP. In the first round, BJP's Satendra Patel got 3,178 votes, while Congress's Rabkhabhai got 1,538 votes. In the next round, Satendra Patel was leading against the BJP candidate by 144 votes.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 04:22 PM

Upset Victory: Prashant Kishor Defeats BJP in Bankipur Assembly Seat

There was a series showing the equations of Bihar politics. The name was'Maharani '. One of its dialogues fits perfectly for the discussions to be held on Monday evening at the Chowk Chaurahs of Patna. The dialogue was 3 August 2026. Bihar gave a similar shock. It has not been long. Bihar voted overwhelmingly for the BJP. The NDA got 202 seats. It was only 9 months ago. But on Monday, a day was recorded in the politics of Pataliputra that stirred the corridors of power. What happened in the Bankipur assembly seat of Patna was not even imagined by the BJP strategists. Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jan Suraj Party, demolished the almost three-decade-old stronghold of the Bharatiya Janata Party. PK, who guided the leaders to victory as an election strategist, himself entered the electoral fray for the first time and defeated the BJP in his very first contest. It was not just a by-election victory. It was a new player in the Bihar politics.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 04:16 PM

Congress Wins Datia By-Election in Madhya Pradesh, Raising Questions for BJP

The Congress has given a big blow to the BJP in the by-election held in Datia Assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh. After the voting on July 30, the results came on Monday (August 3). Congress's Ghanshyam Singh defeated BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari by 6,056 votes. This seat was vacant after the cancellation of Rajendra Bharti's membership. After the results came out, questions have now been raised about the BJP's strategy, candidate selection and local organization. At the same time, after the defeat of Congress in Datia by-election, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has reacted. He said that the BJP respects the verdict of the people and will contest the upcoming elections with more strength. In Datia by-election, Ghanshyam Singh maintained the lead from the beginning and maintained it till the end of counting. He won by defeating BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari by 6,056 votes. With this victory, Congress retained the seat that it had occupied earlier. The contest in Datia seat was also special because it has been a stronghold of the BJP for a long time.

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:47 PM

Uttar Pradesh Government Approves Budget Boost to Drive Industrial Development

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government is continuously giving new impetus to industrial development towards the goal of making Uttar Pradesh a trillion-dollar economy. In this sequence, the 51st board meeting of the Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) was held on Monday in Lok Bhawan, Lucknow under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Infrastructure and Industrial Development Department and UPSIDA Board Chairman Alok Kumar. The meeting approved many important proposals related to industrial development, investment promotion, infrastructure expansion and administrative reforms. The biggest decision of the meeting was to approve almost double the budget of UPSIDA for the financial year 2026-27. This budget will give new impetus to the development of new industrial areas, expansion of existing industrial areas, modernization of industrial infrastructure and investment in the state. The board meeting approved proposals related to land acquisition and land purchase for the development of new industrial areas in various districts of the state. This decision will attract large-scale industrial investment, create a balanced regional employment opportunity.

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The Financial Express

Aug 3, 2026, 03:45 PM

India Set to Reintroduce Merchant Discount Rate on Digital Payments

The Centre is likely to introduce a Bill in Parliament on Tuesday to amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, paving the way for the levy of merchant discount rate (MDR) on UPI and RuPay debit card transactions, sources said. The government had scrapped MDR on UPI and RuPay debit card transactions from January 2020 to encourage digital payments and expand merchant acceptance. Before that, merchants paid an MDR of less than 1% on UPI and RuPay debit card transactions. Sources said the proposed amendment is likely to restore the pre-2020 provisions of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 (PSSA). The Finance (No. 2) Act, 2019 inserted Section 10A into the Act, barring banks and payment system providers from levying any charge on either the payer or the recipient for transactions made through UPI, UPI QR codes and RuPay debit cards. The proposed amendment is expected to remove these payment instruments from the ambit of the section, allowing MDR to be levied. FE had recently reported that the Centre may reintroduce MDR on UPI transactions of Rs 2,000 and above for large merchants to compensate banks and payment service providers for rising operational costs and technology investments. The proposed MDR on UPI payments accepted by large merchants is not expected to exceed 0.5% of the transaction value, sources had said. However, merchants and businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 1.5 crore are likely to be exempt from the levy, irrespective of the transaction amount, to protect small merchants. MDR is a fee paid by businesses to payment processors for accepting digital payments.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 03:43 PM

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Wins PoK Elections Amid Brother's Ambitions

The election results are coming in the midst of a bloody conflict in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Shehbaz Sharif's party, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, has won and is in a position to form a government. But here is the twist. Nawaz Sharif, who returned from London and has been running the government from the backdoor for several months, had earlier expressed his desire to become the prime minister of PoK. Now after the election results, the big question before Shehbaz Sharif is whether he will fulfill his brother's wish? The PoK legislative assembly elections, which began in late July 2026, are being held in three phases. The PML-N won nine seats out of 13 in Mirpur division in the first phase on 27 July, while the People's Party (PPP) got four. The PML-N also dominated Muzaffarabad division and refugee seats in the second phase on 2 August. According to official and unofficial results, the party captured most of the seats declared. Overall, the PML-N has close to 23 seats in the first two phases. These results could easily make the current government in the third phase or the third phase a clean sweep.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 03:39 PM

Congress Retains Datia Assembly Seat in Madhya Pradesh By-Election

The Congress retained the prestigious Datia Assembly seat in northern Madhya Pradesh, winning the by-election on Monday by a margin of 6,016 votes, lower than its winning margin of over 7,700 votes in the 2023 Assembly election. Congress candidate Kunwar Ghanshyam Singh secured 66,757 votes to defeat first-time BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari, who polled 60,741 votes. Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram) nominee Damodar Singh Yadav finished third with 22,527 votes. A member of Datia's erstwhile royal family, Ghanshyam Singh took the lead from the second round of counting. His lead crossed 13,000 votes by the 13th round before the BJP narrowed the gap considerably in the final two rounds, reducing the victory margin to 6,016 votes. While the Congress celebrated the victory as a reaffirmation of the public mandate, BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari termed the result an occasion for introspection. Both major parties, however, appeared to have suffered due to the strong performance of ASP (KR) candidate Damodar Singh Yadav, who secured 14.3 per cent of the vote and is believed to have cut into the support base of both the Congress and the BJP. The Congress's vote share dropped to 42.39 per cent, down from 50.34 per cent in the 2023 Assembly election, while the BJP's vote share fell to 38.57 per cent from 45.96 per cent. Both the Congress and the BJP reportedly faced internal sabotage during the by-election. The Congress acknowledged internal dissent by suspending its 2023 winning candidate and disqualified MLA Rajendra Bharti from the party's primary membership on Sunday night. Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar claimed the Congress would not have won had supporters of former Home Minister Narottam Mishra not backed the party's candidate on polling day. Interestingly, despite Narottam Mishra's long-standing political rivalry with the Congress, Ghanshyam Singh publicly praised the BJP leader during campaigning and claimed that some of Mishra's supporters were in touch with him and would support his candidature. Reports also suggested that the BJP lost at polling booth No. 121, considered Narottam Mishra's own booth, indicating possible sabotage by his loyalists. The Congress, too, was affected by internal dissent. Former minister PC Sharma alleged that had Rajendra Bharti not worked against the party, the Congress would have won by a much larger margin. However, party sources credited former BJP leader Abdhesh Nayak, who joined the Congress in 2023 after being denied a BJP ticket, with remaining loyal despite being denied the Congress nomination in the by-election.

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The Financial Express

Aug 3, 2026, 03:31 PM

India Increases Duties on Fuel Exports Amid Global Price Volatility

Diesel exports will now attract a total duty of Rs 25.5 a litre, up from Rs 15.5 a fortnight ago, as per a government order issued Monday (August 3). Aviation turbine fuel goes to Rs 22 a litre from Rs 14.5 and petrol to Rs 3.5 from Rs 2.5. The government said the petrol increase is intended to secure domestic supply. The revision comes as crude prices swing on the back of the Iran conflict. Oil prices fell on Monday after US President Donald Trump indicated that fresh talks with Iran could be on the table, even as Tehran denied that negotiations were underway. The finance ministry notification puts the revised rates into effect from August 3. Export duties on diesel and ATF were first imposed on March 27, as tensions in West Asia escalated, with the rates reviewed every fortnight since. Petrol exports were brought under the levy from May 16. There is no change in duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption, the ministry said. The windfall tax was introduced to keep more fuel available at home by making exports less attractive. It was also meant to stop exporters from profiting off the gap between domestic and international prices, which widened as global crude climbed after the war began.

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ABP News✓

Aug 3, 2026, 03:29 PM

Congress Wins Datia Assembly Seat By-Election; BJP Receives More Votes Than Previous Election

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday said that the verdict given by the people of Datia in the by-election to the assembly seat is the same and the victory may have been of the Congress, but the BJP has got 1,700 votes more in this by-election than the last assembly election. In the by-election held in Datia assembly seat, Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh defeated his nearest rival and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Ashutosh Tiwari by 6,016 votes. Ghanshyam Singh got 66,757 votes while Tiwari got 60,741 votes. Azad Samaj Party candidate Damodar Yadav got 22,527 votes which is the third highest. According to experts, Azad Samaj Party (Kashiram) caused a lot of damage to the Congress. After the defeat of the BJP, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav told reporters here that in the last assembly election Datia seat was won by the Congress and even today it is with the Congress. He said, "It is a different matter that we got 1,700 votes more than the last assembly election."

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:21 PM

BJP Loses Two Seats in By-Elections, Congress Retains One

In Assembly by-elections, the BJP has retained the Manjalpur seat in Gujarat’s Vadodara district, with its candidate, Satendrabhai Patel, defeating Congress nominee Bhikhabhai Rabari by over thirty thousand votes.According to the Election Commission, Mr Patel secured 55,481 votes, while Mr Rabari polled 24,851 votes after all 20 rounds of counting. The bypoll was necessitated after the seat fell vacant following the death of senior BJP MLA and former Gujarat minister Yogesh Patel.Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor has wrested the Bankipur assembly constituency of Bihar, a BJP bastion which the party had never lost since 1995. Mr Kishor defeated his nearest BJP rival Neeraj Kumar by a margin of over nineteen thousand votes. The by-election was necessitated after BJP national President Nitin Nabin vacated the seat following his election to the Rajya Sabha.At the end of the 32 rounds of counting, Mr Kishor garnered over 64 thousand votes while BJP’s Neeraj Kumar secured nearly 45 thousand votes. With over fourteen thousand votes, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) candidate Rekha Gupta secured third position.The Congress has kept the Datia seat in Madhya Pradesh, with the party candidate Ghanshyam Singh defeating his nearest rival Ashutosh Tiwari of the BJP by over six thousand votes in bypoll.At the end of all 15 rounds of counting, Mr Singh secured 66,757 votes, while Mr Tiwari polled 60,741 votes. Azad Samaj Party candidate Damodar Yadav secured third position by bagging 22,527 votes. The by election was necessitated after a Delhi court in April this year sentenced sitting Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti to three years’ imprisonment in a cheating case, leading to the termination of his Assembly membership.Voting for the bypolls to the three constituencies was held on the 30th of last month.

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Aaj Tak

Aug 3, 2026, 03:21 PM

Karnataka's D.K. Shivakumar Expands Cabinet with 19 New Ministers

Karnataka's D. K. Shivakumar government made its first expansion on Monday. Nineteen Congress MLAs took oath as ministers. However, Gayatri Shantegowda, the only woman leader among the 20 names approved by the party, did not take oath. One MLA resigned after not getting a ministerial berth before the cabinet expansion, while the resentment of many leaders also came to the fore. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administered the oath of office and secrecy to the new ministers at the event held at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. This is the first cabinet expansion after nearly two months of D. K. Shivakumar becoming the chief minister. The 19 MLAs who were made ministers on Monday include N. Cheluvarayaswamy, Basavaraj Rayareddy, Laxman Savadi, Madhu Bangarappa, S. S. Mallikarjuna, B. Nagendra, H. C. Balakrishna, K. S. Baswantappa, Dr. Ajay Singh, P. M. Narendraswamy, C. Putranga Shetty, T. R. Raghumurthy, Rizwan Arshad, Shivaraj Tangad, Rudramani Rudramani, B. M. B. Shivakumar Ahmed Khan, Jayaram Vijay

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:20 PM

India's Parliament Passes Bill to Increase Supreme Court Judges Amid Rising Pending Cases

Lok Sabha has passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. The bill aims to further amend the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956, for increasing the number of Judges of the Apex Court from the present 33 to 37 (excluding the Chief Justice of India). In May this year, President Droupadi Murmu had promulgated an ordinance to increase the number of Supreme Court Judges from 33 to 37. The House adjoured till 11 AM tomorrow.When the House met after the second adjournment at 2:00 PM, Union Minister of Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal moved the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026. He said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the mantra of Reform, Perform and Transform is being effectively implemented. The Minister said that the Bill is an important step in that ongoing reform process within the judicial sector. Mr Meghwal said, the bill has been brought in view of the rising number of pending cases in the Supreme Court and to make the judicial system more efficient and effective. He said, this step will further strengthen judicial capacity, expedite the effective disposal of cases, and mark an important milestone in ensuring timely justice for citizens.Our correspondent reports the volume of litigation in the Supreme Court has constantly been on the rise due to a persistent gap between institution and final disposal of cases in the Court. As on 1st of January this year, over 92 thousand cases are pending in the Supreme Court. Even while working at near-full sanctioned capacity of 34 Judges since 2019, the Supreme Court recorded institution of 75 thousand 410 fresh matters last year against a disposal of more than 65 thousand cases. A persistent gap between the institution and final disposal of cases underscores the continuing challenge of docket management, particularly with respect to older pending matters and cases requiring adjudication by larger Benches. The increase in judge-strength of the Court is one of the most exigent and viable solutions for tackling the pending backlog of cases in the Supreme Court.Earlier, when the Lok Sabha met after the first adjournment at 12 noon, presiding officer Krishna Prasad Tenneti tried to take up the legislative business, amid opposition uproar.Minister of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Rao Inderjit Singh introduced the Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026. The Bill seeks to provide for a comprehensive statutory framework to the Indian Statistical Institute, to excel as a globally recognised centre in Statistical Sciences and allied fields.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026. It aims to provide for law relating to evidence with respect to bankers’ books and align it with contemporary digital banking practices.The opposition members came to the well demanding, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reply over the alleged police action during students’ protest over the NEET issue. The presiding officer urged the members to go back to their seats. He said, bringing placards and banners inside the House is not appropriate, and members should respect parliamentary decorum. As the pandemonium continued, the Lok Sabha was adjourned till 2:00 PM.When the Lok Sabha began its proceedings at 11 AM, Speaker Om Birla congratulated athletes for their outstanding performance at the 23rd Commonwealth Games at Glasgow. He said, overall, Indian athletes delivered an outstanding performance, winning a total of 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver, and 9 bronze, securing the fourth position in the medal tally. Mr Birla said that India’s women athletes showcased exceptional talent and capability, winning eight gold medals and a total of 16 medals. He said, this remarkable performance will inspire millions of youth and athletes across the country.The Speaker said that the next edition of the Commonwealth Games will be held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat in 2030. Mr Birla said, following the closing ceremony held yesterday, the Commonwealth Games baton was officially handed over to India.After that, Mr Birla tried to take up the Question Hour, but the opposition members raised the issue of alleged police action during students’ protest. Mr Birla expressed concern over the deliberate disruptions by some opposition members. He urged all Members to return to their seats and allow the proceedings to continue. As the uproar continued, the Speaker adjourned the House till 12 noon.

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:19 PM

India Passes Bill to Boost Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

Rajya Sabha has passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill 2026. The Bill aims to further amend the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006. It aims to address payment delays and simplify dispute resolution. The Bill provides that every central public sector enterprise must settle all invoices for procurement of goods or services from MSMEs on the Trade Receivables Discounting System. As per the bill, if mediation fails in case of dispute, then, the reference for arbitration must be made within 30 days from the date of termination of mediation. It also adds that an award must be made within 90 days from the date of completion of pleadings. The Bill provides that if a case has been pending for more than six months, at least 50 per cent of the awarded amount must be paid to the supplier.When the House met after the first adjournment at 2:00 PM, Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Jitan Ram Manjhi moved the bill.Replying to the debate on the Bill, Mr Manjhi said, the outstanding credit extended to the MSME sector has witnessed a significant increase in recent years. He informed that the credit, which stood at around 10 lakh crore rupees in 2014-15, has now risen to over 38 lakh crore rupees. The Minister said, this reflects that credit flow to MSME sector is continuously increasing.Highlighting the role of the Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises, the Minister said that the total credit guarantee extended to MSMEs between 2000 and 2022 was about three lakh 14 thousand crore rupees. However, in the last four years, from 2022-23 to 2025-26, this amount has surged to more than 10 lakh 47 thousand crore rupees. Mr Manjhi added that the government is committed to strengthening the MSME sector, enhancing its growth potential, and promoting business expansion.Sumitra Balmik of BJP said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked for the welfare and empowerment of the women, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and the last person standing in the queue. She stated that prior to 2014, development largely remained confined to paperwork but under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, the country has witnessed significant transformation. She added that the government’s focus is on bringing real change in society, promoting self-reliance, and empowering citizens. Ms Balmik said that this Bill has been brought with the objective of uplifting the poor and ensuring their meaningful integration into the nation’s growth and development.Dola Sen of TMC said, MSMEs are the backbone of the country’s economy. She said the manufacturing sector alone contributes to 17 per cent of the nation’s GDP and MSMEs can address the country’s unemployment issue. Ms Sen alleged that the Government is not taking initiative to protect the MSME sector.Santrupt Misra of BJD said the MSME sector contributes to 36 per cent of GDP and it is giving employment to around 30 crore people. He expressed concern that funds of around 8 to 10 lakh crore rupees of the MSME sector are stuck in the pipeline. Mr Misra stressed for concrete reforms rather than cosmetic solutions. Golla Baburao of YSRCP, M Thambidurai of AIADMK, Rajendra Jain of NCP, Masthan Rao Yadav Beedha of TDP, Ravi Chandra Vaddiraju of BRS, Pramod Boro of UPPL, and Ramji of BSP participated in the discussion among others.After passing the Bill, the Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day to meet again at 11:00 AM tomorrow.

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:11 PM

BJP Slams RJD for Alleged Vote Transfer in Patna By-Election

: BJP IT chief Amit Malviya on Monday slammed the RJD, alleging that it appeared to have facilitated a transfer of votes to the Jan Suraj Party in an attempt to stop the BJP. Hours after Prashant Kishor was declared elected from Patna's Bankipur seat in the by-election, Malviya, in a post on X, said, "What unfolded in Bankipur should ring alarm bells for the RJD. In an attempt to stop the BJP, it appears to have facilitated a transfer of votes to the Jan Suraj Party". He further added, "History shows that when an established party creates space for an emerging challenger, it often ends up weakening itself more than its principal opponent". Citing historical examples, he said, "In 2011, the Congress stepped aside in West Bengal to help the Trinamool defeat the Left. The result? Trinamool grew, while the Congress was reduced to the margins". Malviya added, "The same mistake was repeated in Delhi. By ceding political space in the name of stopping the BJP, the Congress enabled AAP’s rise and eventually found itself reduced to barely 2% vote share". He also asserted, "That said, perspective is important. A by-election is primarily a local contest to elect an MLA, not a verdict on the next state government. There are several examples of this".

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Aug 3, 2026, 03:07 PM

BJP Defeated in By-Elections: Jan Suraj Wins Bankipur Seat in Bihar

In the by-elections held in 3 assembly seats of the country, the defeat of the BJP is being discussed more than the victory. Prashant Kishor defeated the BJP in the Bankipur seat of Bihar. Rekha Gupta of the BJP got 44,827 votes. Congress again won the Datia seat of Madhya Pradesh. While the BJP retained the Manjalpur seat of Gujarat. The result of the three-seat fight was 1-2 and the opposition gave a big political message to the BJP. Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraj, won the Bankipur assembly seat of Bihar. There were 31 rounds of counting, but later an extra round was added. After a total of 32 rounds of counting, Prashant Kishor defeated Neeraj Sinha of the BJP by 19,324 votes. Prashant Kishor got a total of 64,151 votes, while Neeraj Sinha of the BJP got 44,827 votes. Rekha Gupta of the RJD came third with 14,273 votes. This victory is being considered a big success for Jan Suraj in the politics of Bihar.

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Amar Ujala

Aug 3, 2026, 03:01 PM

Satish Patel Wins By-Election in Adminjalpur Assembly Seat

According to the Election Commission, after the completion of all 20 rounds of counting, Satish Patel received 55,481 votes, while Congress candidate Bhikhabhai Rabari received 24,851 votes. The counting of votes began at 8 am on Monday at Bhavans School in Makarpura, Vadodara. The by-election was held on 30 July, which recorded a voter turnout of 37.50%. Also Read - Parliamentary Committee: Removal of PM Modi Video Raises Demand for Action After Meta Reply, Apology? Adminjalpur Assembly Seat Vacated After Senior BJP MLA and Former Gujarat Minister Yogesh Patel Passes Away on 2 June

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:53 PM

Congress's Unity and Local Focus Pay Off in State Election

State Congress president Jitu Patwari was in charge of the entire election. He took responsibilities till the booth level, stayed in the area continuously and did not allow factionalism to dominate. Congress got the direct benefit of this. All the big leaders including Digvijay Singh, Umang Singhar, Jaivardhan Singh, Hemant Katare were seen on one stage. Patwari's initial dissatisfaction with the ticket was also handled in time, which sent a message of unity among the workers. Advertisement Congress bet on Ghanshyam Singh on the basis of an internal survey. He had the advantage of belonging to the Datia royal family, being a two-time MLA and having a strong identity in the area. Voters trusted a familiar face. Congress divided the campaign into different parts of the assembly. Village-to-village contact campaign was carried out. Unemployment, local problems and public interest issues were at the heart of the election, which effectively conveyed the party's message to the voters. Discord and infighting in the BJP prevailed throughout the election.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:52 PM

Karnataka MLA Vinay Kulkarni's Conviction Stayed, Membership Restored After High Court Ruling

Vinay Kulkarni was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court for the murder of Dharwad zilla panchayat member Yogish Gowda. Kulkarni challenged this decision in the Karnataka High Court. After a lengthy trial, the High Court stayed his conviction and granted him interim bail. The Assembly Secretariat then issued an order restoring his membership. Copies of this notification have also been sent to the relevant authorities, including the Election Commission of India, the Chief Electoral Officer, and the Parliament Secretariat. The Karnataka Assembly Secretariat clarified that the disqualification order against Vinay Kulkarni was automatically set aside following the High Court order. On this basis, his MLA membership was restored. The High Court has stayed his conviction for the time being. This means that the final verdict is yet to come and the case will continue to be heard. Kulkarni will be able to exercise his powers as an MLA again. After the High Court decision, supporters of Yogi Kulkarni distributed sweets and distributed sweets in Dharwad.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:51 PM

Jan Suraj Party Wins Bankipur By-Election, Breaking 30-Year Record

The result of the by-election in the Bankipur assembly seat of Patna has come and broken the record of 30 years. Prashant Kishor, the founder and candidate of Jan Suraj Party, has won the election by about 19 thousand votes. The party suffered a crushing defeat in the Bankipur assembly seat, which is considered a stronghold of the BJP. This defeat came at a time when Nitin Naveen had been an MLA from this seat continuously since 2006 and before him, his father Naveen Kishore Sinha had been an MLA since 1995. This year the BJP made Nitin Naveen the national president of the party. On the other hand, the first time the BJP became the chief minister in Bihar. On the other hand, many political meanings are being drawn from the rejection of the BJP by the voters of Bankipur, which is considered to be the VVIP area of the capital Patna. Let's try to analyze what are the five major reasons for the defeat of the BJP. People's resentment against the current Chief Minister of Bihar Samrat Chaudhary is also being claimed. Many people believe that the result of the Bankipur election was not the first direct impact of the Bankipur election.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:49 PM

BJP Suffers Significant Loss in Datia By-Election

In the 2023 assembly elections, 1,76,942 votes were cast in Datia. This time, the total 1,57,499 votes were cast in the by-election. That is, 19,443 votes less. The impact of the drop in voting was seen on the votes of both the major parties, but the BJP suffered more. In the 2023 assembly elections, Dr. Narottam Mishra of the BJP got 81,235 votes. In the by-election, the BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari got only 60,741 votes. That is, the BJP suffered a direct loss of 20,494 votes. Whereas, Rajendra Bharti of the Congress got 88,977 votes in 2023. In the by-election, Ghanshyam Singh got 66,757 votes, that is, the Congress votes were also reduced by 22,220. However, despite the low turnout, the Congress was able to maintain its lead and won the seat. Also Read - MP News: After Datia loss, BJP shows signs of toughness; Hemant Khandelwal says - Koi Doshi Hoga Toho Kare Karye Karye Karye Karye Karye Karye Karyek Vishapan Samaj (Karyaktap

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:49 PM

Congress Celebrates By-Election Victory in Datia

Before the victory procession, a monthly review meeting of the party was held at the Congress office in the district headquarters. The meeting discussed the activities of the organization, the work done at the booth level and the upcoming strategy. After this, the workers decided to celebrate the victory in the Datia by-election and expressed their happiness by taking out a procession. Advertisement Congress District President Arun Kumar Dwivedi said that the result of the Datia by-election is a clear message for the whole country. He claimed that the faith of the people is steadily increasing towards the Congress and people are looking towards Rahul Gandhi as the future leadership of the country. He said that this victory is a proof of the strength of the policies and organization of the Congress.

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Amar Ujala

Aug 3, 2026, 02:46 PM

Bhopal's Illegal Commercial Establishments: Residents Protest, MLA Demands Action on Master Plan

Vivek Tripathi, a resident of Arera Colony, said that after the directions of the Supreme Court, the required action was not taken on the illegal commercial establishments that the Municipal Corporation had issued notices to seal. He says that the commercial activities in the residential areas are against the rules and will be represented in the court. Advertising Congress MLA Atif Aqueel said that the new master plan of Bhopal has not been implemented for two decades. It is not fair to blame the traders. He demanded the government to implement the master plan soon, saying that a system like'mixed land use'should be adopted on the lines of Gujarat, so that the interests of both traders and residents can be balanced. After the advertisement controversy escalated, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav held a meeting with public representatives and senior officials. In the meeting, it was decided to give relief on the sealing action for the time being. Also, instructions were given to form a high-level committee to review the entire matter. The committee will study the Supreme Court orders and submit its report to the Chief Minister's Office.

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Amar Ujala

Aug 3, 2026, 02:45 PM

Bangladeshi Activist Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari Remains Detained Amid Sedition Charges and Protests

Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was arrested from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on 25 November 2024. He was charged with sedition. He was accused of allegedly insulting the national flag during a rally. His arrest sparked protests across Bangladesh and violent clashes between his supporters and security forces outside the Chittagong court complex on 27 November 2024. Although Chinmoy Krishna Das has been granted bail in the original sedition case and some other cases filed after that, he is yet to be released due to new cases being filed against him. Chinmoy Krishna Das's defence lawyer Apur Kumar Bhattacharya said that the state machinery is constantly trying to keep his client in jail by adding new cases. He said that if the government really wanted, something could be done, but Chinmoy Krishna Das Bhattacharya said that the first six cases filed against him on 24 October 2024 have been "extremely slow."

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:41 PM

Congress Wins Datia Assembly By-Election as Most Candidates Lose Deposits

In Datia Assembly by-election 2026, Congress has registered a big victory by retaining its seat. Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh defeated BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari by 6016 votes. Ghanshyam Singh got 66,757 votes while Ashutosh Tiwari got 60,741 votes. But the biggest aspect of this election was not only the victory and defeat, but also the loss of deposit of 19 out of 21 candidates. The total 1,57,499 valid votes cast in Datia by-election. According to the rules of the Election Commission, any candidate needed to get at least one-sixth of the total valid votes to save his deposit, that is about 26,250 votes. Only two candidates could cross this figure. In this election, Azad Samaj Party (Kanshiram) candidate Damodar Yadav'Mandal'stood at the third place. He got 22,527 votes, which is 14.30 percent of the total valid votes. Although he stood at the third place, he did not cross the 26,250 votes required to save his deposit. Damodar Singh Yadav (Right to Recall) was also able to lose most of his deposits.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:40 PM

Kangana Ranaut Defends Her Ideological Shift as a 'Conscious Hindu'

Actress Kangana Ranaut, who is a Member of Parliament from the Mandi parliamentary constituency, said that she used to consider herself a liberal Hindu earlier but now wants to be a conscious Hindu. Questions are being raised on her ideological shift even today based on her old film career and past. She questioned why this path is being considered closed for her when every person has the freedom to follow their own ideology. In the video released on social media, Kangana expressed her feelings.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:38 PM

Madhya Pradesh CM Reacts to By-Election Results, Expects Strength in Upcoming Elections

After the announcement of the results of the by-election held on the Datia assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh, the Chief Minister of the state Dr. Mohan Yadav has reacted. He said that the people of the state support the decision made by the people. We will fight and win the upcoming elections with strength. He said, "The seat of the Congress is with the Congress. We have got 1700 votes more than the last assembly elections. People have faith in democracy. If the BJP has won 29 out of 29 Lok Sabha seats since the last assembly, then it has won for the first time after independence." CM Mohan Yadav further said, "In the by-election of the assembly after the Lok Sabha, the BJP's seat of Budhni has been retained by us. The Congress seat of Amarwara has also been won by the BJP. This is our track record. All three Rajya Sabha elections have been won by the Bharatiya Janata Party. Elections in democracy are for the same reason, we have kept our word, the Congress has kept its word, the people have decided what the party has decided.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:38 PM

Bihar By-Election: Congratulatory Remarks Amid Reviewing Performance

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary said that the people of Bankipur have elected Jan Suraj in the great festival of democracy. He congratulated Prashant Kishor on his victory while respecting the people's verdict. AdvertisementBihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi said that the BJP has continuously done development work in Bankipur and this area will continue to be their priority. He said that the party will review why it got less votes. BJP MP Pradeep Kumar Singh said that the circumstances of the by-election and the general election are different.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 02:38 PM

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Content Moderation Practices in India

Meta on Monday told a parliamentary panel that it is ready to apologise for the brief restriction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook post, while members across the committee pressed the company on accountability, alleged algorithmic bias and compliance with Indian laws. The issue came up during a meeting of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology, where Meta officials appeared before lawmakers. According to sources, members questioned why Meta, despite earning significant revenue from India, failed to adhere to the country's laws. They also raised concerns over the platform's content moderation practices, alleging that objectionable content, including pornography, remains accessible while "genuine" content gets removed. "When Facebook has not removed a lot of other objectionable content, who removed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's video from the platform?" a member asked Meta representatives. "Who bears the ultimate responsibility for this?" the sources quoted the panel member as saying.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:37 PM

Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' Programme Reaches Prayagraj Amidst Paper Leak Controversy

New Delhi, Aug 3: With the assembly election n Uttar Pradesh scheduled next year, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will hold the twice-deferred ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ programme in Prayagraj on August 8. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi shared the schedule of his ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ programme.v In a post in Hindi, the former Congress chief wrote, “If you don’t get a job, the throne will shake.” After Kota, after Dehradun, now ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ is reaching Prayagraj, he said. “This is the city (Prayagraj) where lakhs of young people have been preparing for years filling forms, paying fees, and waiting endlessly. The paper leak has snatched their today. Stalled recruitments have taken their tomorrow. And just a few days ago, in Delhi, these very children were beaten with batons and pellet guns – simply because they spoke up for their rights,” he said. “We will keep raising their voice and will ensure they get justice. No more excuses -take responsibility, or vacate the chair. August 8 – see you in Prayagraj” he said. Rahul Gandhi was scheduled to address the second edition of the Congress’s nationwide campaign against paper leaks, delays in regularising education costs, fair exams and recruitment irregularities after launching it in Kota on June 17. The programme in Prayagraj was earlier fixed for July 10, but was rescheduled to July 19 before it was postponed again. Party insiders said that it had deferred Rahul Gandhi’s visit for a second time as the issue of Ayodhya temple donation row was on its peak and expectations were high of him speaking on the issue. And thus, his schedule for Dehradun was made, the insider pointed out. The programme in Uttar Pradesh holds prominence as the Congress intends to make inroads into the youth vote as the government was pushed on the backfoot over the issue of NEET UG paper leak leading to the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Congress is eyeing to win the youth votes as Rahul Gandhi had led from the front on the issue of paper leaks and police excesses on students during the July 20 protest. The party is looking to make paper leaks a big issue in next year assembly polls and sources indicating that over 1.5 lakh students registering themselves for the Gandhi scion programme.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:35 PM

Congress Demands PM and HM Appear in Parliament Over Alleged Donation Embezzlement and Police Excesses

New Delhi, Aug 3: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah should come to Parliament and respond to the issues of the alleged donation bezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and the alleged police excesses against protesting students in Delhi. Speaking to reporters in the Parliament premises, Kharge said that both the Prime Minister and the Home Minister were unwilling to appear in Parliament. He alleged that instead of answering questions in the House, the Prime Minister was posting Instagram reels about forgiving children. Kharge asserted that it was actually the Prime Minister who should apologise, claiming that his government had ordered lathi charges and the use of pellet guns against peacefully protesting students. The Congress President said that since the Parliament session began, the Prime Minister had not been attending the House. Calling it an insult to democracy and the people, he said that when Parliament debates important issues, it is the government’s responsibility to remain accountable to the House and answer questions. He alleged that the Modi government had remained silent on the issue of the alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He said the Opposition had consistently raised issues such as rising unemployment, inflation, and the deteriorating education system, but instead of responding, the government was trying to intimidate students. He described this as a threat to democracy. Objecting strongly to students protesting for their rights being labelled as “traitors,” Kharge said that innocent students were not anti-national. He asserted, “The real traitors were those who were undermining democracy.” He further alleged that protesting students were being questioned about their sources of income and that their parents were being threatened. He claimed that while the government was intimidating students, the RSS itself was allegedly not registered. Earlier on Monday morning, MPs from the Congress and other Opposition parties staged a strong protest in the Parliament complex over the alleged crackdown on students and the alleged theft of offerings at the Ram Temple. The protest was attended by Congress General Secretary K. C. Venugopal, Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and several senior Opposition leaders. The MPs held a large placard reading: “Why is Amit Shah missing from Parliament?”

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:33 PM

Government Under Fire for Plan to End Concessions on Himachal Road Transport Corporation Buses

The Leader of Opposition said that the government, which has snatched facilities and increased fees, is now preparing to scissor ride on the discounts being given to Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) buses. HRTC cannot become a means of earning revenue from the people of the state. A large population of the state is dependent on this transport system. He said that according to published news reports, the government is almost ready to end the concession given to different categories of cards. It also has a plan to halve the 30 percent discount given to the elderly on the Samman card. It is also preparing to reduce the 25 percent discount given to green cards to 5 percent. The facilities being given to the patients are being snatched and various charges are also being imposed on them. Jai Ram Thakur said that instead of taking credit for the Bulk Drug Park, the government should work seriously there. This project has not gained the expected momentum.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:33 PM

MP Politics: BJP Claims Mandate After By-Election Win; Narottam Bole Steps Back

Also Read - MP: Narottam Bole - I have been exposed, do not want to take any post now, says statement after Datia results Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that we hold the mandate of the by-election. We will enter the field with more strength and win in the upcoming elections. Also Read - MP News: BJP strict after Datia defeat, signs of infighting; Hemant Khandelwal says - Will take action if anyone is guilty

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:31 PM

Jansuraj Party Wins Bankipur By-Election in Bihar

Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jansuraj Party, has won the Bankipur Assembly by-election in Bihar, defeating BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha by 19324 votes.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:31 PM

Congress Wins Datia Assembly Seat By-Election in Madhya Pradesh

The results of the by-election to Datia Assembly seat in Madhya Pradesh were out on Monday. The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party suffered a major setback in the by-election in the state. Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh won from Datia, while BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari lost the election. According to the information, Ghanshyam Singh of Congress won in Datia by 6016 votes. Let us know what the result of Datia was. The main contest in the by-election in Datia Assembly seat was between Congress and BJP. The voting in Datia was held on July 30. The result of the election was revealed on Monday, August 3. Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh got 66757 votes. BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari got 60741 votes. Also, Ghanshyam Singh of Congress won by 6025 votes. Let us tell you that the Bharatiya Janata Party had bet on Ashutosh Tiwari in Datia by-election.

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Amar Ujala

Aug 3, 2026, 02:31 PM

Prashant Kishor's Stunning Victory in Bankipur Sends Shockwaves Through Indian Politics

The BJP has lost this seat not to the main opposition party in the state, the RJD, but to Prashant Kishor, who has been in politics for only three years, and in the 2025 assembly elections, his Jansuraj Party could get only four percent of the votes and could not win a single seat. But Prashant Kishor not only won with 19324 votes but also reduced the RJD candidate Rekha Kumari to a little over ten thousand votes, while in the 2025 assembly elections he got more than 47 thousand votes. So the result of Bankipur is a matter of concern for both the BJP and the RJD. The victory of Prashant Kishor in the advertisement is not just a victory of one person. Such a prospect, which can also be seen as a glimpse of the 2030 assembly elections. After becoming an MLA, Prashant Kishor is not going to sit quiet. Now on one side, his voice will echo in the assembly, he will surround the government on issues, on the other side, he will strengthen the Jansuraj Party by roaming outside the house.

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Aug 3, 2026, 02:30 PM

Prashant Kishor Shakes Up BJP Fortress with By-Election Win

Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jansuraj Party, has created history in his very first election. On Monday, the result of the by-election in Bihar's Bankipur assembly seat came out. Prashant Kishor has won this seat, which is called the stronghold of the BJP. There is an atmosphere of celebration in the camp of Jansuraj. At the same time, this result is considered a big blow to the Bharatiya Janata Party. This seat was associated with BJP's national president Nitin Naveen. The Bankipur seat was vacated after he went to the Rajya Sabha, which led to the by-election. The BJP had put all its efforts to win the Bankipur seat, but Prashant Kishor's strategy has overshadowed the BJP's strategy. Let us know how Prashant Kishor has shaken this BJP fortress. Bankipur seat of Patna has been a BJP stronghold in Bihar. This seat has been occupied by the BJP since 1995. Nitin Naveen Kishor, the father of Nitin Naveen, won this seat continuously from 1995 to 2005. This seat was known as Patna West after the death of Naveen's father, Nitin Naveen, who had won this seat in the 2006 by-election.

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India TV

Aug 3, 2026, 02:30 PM

Jansuraj Party's Prashant Kishor Wins Bankipur By-Election in Bihar, Deals Blow to BJP

The results of the by-election to the Bankipur assembly seat in Bihar are out. The result of the by-election held on Monday is a major upset. Jansuraj Party founder Prashant Kishor has won the by-election by 18953 votes. In this by-election, BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha has been defeated. While the RJD has slipped to the third place. Let us tell you that these results are a big blow to the BJP. In fact, the Bankipur assembly seat was vacated after Nitin Navin became the national president of the BJP and went to the Rajya Sabha. Bankipur had been an impregnable fortress of the BJP since 1995. From 1995 to 2005, Naveen Kishore continued to win the assembly election from Bankipur (then Patna West seat). After his death, Nitin Navin became the MLA by winning the by-election in 2006. Since then, he remained the MLA from this seat. However, Prashant Kishor has demolished this fortress. He said, "The people of Bihar do not accept the leadership of Chaudhary, and its fortress does not seem to be collapsing even after 30 days."

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India TV

Aug 3, 2026, 02:29 PM

Jansuraj Party Founder Wins By-Election in Bihar

Prashant Kishor, the founder of the Jansuraj Party, has won the by-election to the Bankipur assembly seat in Bihar.

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Amar Ujala

Aug 3, 2026, 02:29 PM

RPI Leader Predicts NDA Victory in Upcoming Elections

In a press conference held at the state guest house in Khasakothi, Jaipur, Athawale said that RPI's organization is continuously expanding in Rajasthan. He expressed confidence that the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will once again form the government in the upcoming elections. According to him, the NDA will benefit from the development work done under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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The Moscow Times

Aug 3, 2026, 02:23 PM

Anti-Defection Law in Focus Amid Recent Defections and Party Disputes

Recent defections by MPs from parties such as the TMC and the AAP, along with the Shiv Sena and NCP disputes over party splits and mergers, have brought the Anti-Defection Law back into focus. Several disqualification petitions remain pending before Speakers, while the Supreme Court is examining important questions on the interpretation of the Tenth Schedule, including the scope of the merger provision. Its ruling could shape how future defections, party splits and mergers are dealt with. Frequent defections after the General Elections popularise the phrase "Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram". The 52nd Constitutional Amendment introduces the Tenth Schedule (Anti-Defection Law). Kihoto Hollohan brings the Speaker's decision under judicial review. The 91st Constitutional Amendment removes the one-third split exception while retaining the two-thirds merger provision. Keisham Meghachandra Singh says disqualification petitions should ordinarily be decided within three months. Shiv Sena split raises questions about party splits, mergers and the Speaker's powers. NCP split sparks disputes over rival factions and the "real" political party. TMC and AAP defections renew attention on the Anti-Defection Law. The Supreme Court is considering key issues relating to the Tenth Schedule. The Anti-Defection Law regulates when elected representatives can lose their seats for changing political allegiance after an election. It seeks to discourage defections, promote political stability and uphold the electoral mandate. The law was introduced through the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1985, which inserted the Tenth Schedule into the Constitution. The years following the 1967 General Elections witnessed frequent defections by legislators, often leading to unstable governments. The phrase "Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram" —coined after Haryana legislator Gaya Lal reportedly switched parties several times in a single day—became synonymous with political opportunism. The repeated collapse of governments, allegations of horse-trading and claims that legislators were induced to switch sides prompted Parliament to enact the Anti-Defection Law. It operates through Article 102(2) for Members of Parliament and Article 191(2) for Members of State Legislatures. The Anti-Defection Law is contained in the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution. A legislator may be disqualified if they voluntarily give up membership of the political party on whose ticket they were elected. An independent member who joins a political party after the election, or a nominated member who joins one after the period allowed under the Constitution, can also be disqualified. A legislator may also lose membership for voting, or abstaining from voting, against the party whip without prior permission, unless the party condones the action within the time prescribed under the law.

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