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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, rebuking the Rajya Sabha's endorsement of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill on March 24, stated it was a "sad day" for democracy. Terming the Centre's move an "unconstitutional" attempt, the AAP has indicated to approach the Supreme Court against the development. Following the Lok Sabha's assent to the contentious bill, the Rajya Sabha, despite Congress's walkout, passed the bill… read-more

Kerala Congress MLAs and sitting legislators of the United Democratic Front (UDF) PJ Joseph and Mons Joseph quit their posts on March 19. Earlier, PJ Joseph's faction consolidated with PC Thomas-led Kerala Congress to evade likelihoods of fighting elections as independents devoid the coveted "Two Leaves" symbol. Reportedly, both legislators resigned to dodge the applicability of the Anti-defection law on their assembly seats won on Congress (… read-more

Opposition Congress in Telangana has sought action against State Home Minister Mahmood Ali for disclosing the candidate’s name whom he voted for in the MLC polls. Citing disclosure of the candidate's name as a violation of the election code, the Congress demanded immediate action against the violator. Earlier, Ali publicly claimed of voting in favour of Vani Devi madam. Fielded by the ruling TRS, Vani is the daughter of former PM PV Narasimha… read-more

The Association for Democratic Reform’s report has revealed that during 2016-2020, BJP was the leading choice for maximum defecting legislators, and Congress witnessed most desertions. Among 443 legislators who shifted camps to re-contest, Congress accounted for 42% of MLAs and seven Rajya Sabha members. Relatedly, BJP was the ultimate destination for 44.9% of overall defectors. ADR attributes the defections to illicit money and the lack of… read-more

Tamil Nadu's Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Congress have been unsuccessful at finalizing seat-sharing agreement for the Assembly Elections commencing from April 6. While Congress demands to contest in 30 among the state's 234 assembly seats, the MK Stalin-led party has consented to grant only 20 seats, provoking a deadlock despite two rounds of talks. However, as per speculations, the Dravidian Ally may offer a Rajya Sabha seat to… read-more