The Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed another heated confrontation as the government and the opposition clashed over the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill.

The proposed legislation aims to strengthen India's anti-paper leak law through stricter punishments, faster investigations, and expedited trials. However, the opposition argued that tougher laws alone cannot restore confidence in the examination system without fixing administrative failures.

Parliament Erupts Over Anti-Paper Leak Bill | Opposition Targets Government on Student Protests

The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, which aims to strengthen the legal framework to curb examination malpractices and paper leaks, has already been passed by the Lok Sabha and hence has been approved by both the Houses of Parliament.

Anti-paper leak bill passed by voice vote in Rajya Sabha after opposition walkout

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has proposed a major electoral reform by seeking to lower the minimum age for contesting Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections from 25 years to 21 years. The Chief Minister has also proposed reducing the eligibility age for contesting Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections from 30 years to 25 years. Telangana is expected to convene a special Assembly session in early August to pass a resolution urging the Centre to amend the relevant laws. Linking the proposal to the recent NEET paper leak protests, Revanth Reddy said India's youth deserve greater representation in politics and governance. He questioned why 21-year-olds, who are eligible to become IAS, IPS, and IFS officers and contest local body elections, cannot contest parliamentary or assembly elections.

Telangana CM Proposes Lowering Election Contest Age to 21 | Gen Z in Politics?

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned amid Opposition protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Kiren Rijiju said the government is ready for a rules-based discussion after consulting party leaders.

‘Govt is ready to discuss NEET’: Rijiju says as Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 pm

Parliament proceedings were disrupted on Monday as Opposition members protested over the alleged NEET paper leak, forcing both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha to adjourn for the day. Despite appeals from presiding officers including Om Birla and C. P. Radhakrishnan, slogan shouting continued. Scheduled legislative business could not proceed due to repeated disruptions in both Houses.


Parliament proceedings hit by opposition protest

The Election Commission has rejected Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha nomination, triggering a fresh political controversy. The decision comes at a crucial time for the opposition, raising questions about the nomination process, electoral rules, and its wider political implications. Here's what led to the rejection and what happens next.

EC Rejects Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha Nomination

27 seats of Rajya Sabha are set to go to the polls on June 18. While BJP has announced a list of 11 candidates, Union Ministers Ravneet Bittu and George Kurian have not been renominated by the party. Meanwhile, Congress has declared 7 candidates including its president Mallikarjun Kharge who filed his nomination. 


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Election to 27 Rajya Sabha Seats: Decoding How BJP & Congress Stand to Gain

The list features several prominent state leaders, organisational heavyweights, and key strategists as the party looks to consolidate its upper-house strength.

BJP releases official list of candidates for Rajya Sabha polls

Rajya Sabha Chairman has given his decision regarding Raghav Chada’s “merger” with the BJP. The move brings attention to the legal framework of defection laws in India. 

Raghav Chadha’s switch to BJP tests anti-defection laws of India

Harivansh Narayan Singh has been re-elected as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha for a third term, with the motion moved by JP Nadda and passed by voice vote.  After the vote, Harivansh was escorted to the dais by Narendra Modi, Nadda, and Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge.

Harivansh re-elected as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for a third term; PM Modi lauds 'special day'

Nitish Kumar has entered the Rajya Sabha, marking a rare moment in Indian politics. With this move, he has now served across all four legislative levels—MLA, MLC, Lok Sabha MP, and Rajya Sabha MP. The development also triggers a leadership transition in Bihar, with the state expected to appoint a new Chief Minister within six months, adding a fresh twist to the political landscape.


Nitish Kumar Enters Rajya Sabha, Completes Rare Legislative Milestone 

The AAP has also requested in its communication that Raghav Chadha should not be given speaking time from AAP’s quota in the Rajya Sabha, marking a significant shift in its parliamentary strategy.

AAP removes Raghav Chadha from the post of party's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha

NDA sweeps key Rajya Sabha seats across Bihar, Odisha and Haryana: The National Democratic Alliance secured a strong win, aided by opposition absences in Bihar and cross-voting in Odisha. 

NDA sweeps Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar, Odisha; Haryana sees close contest

India’s Election Commission has announced elections for 37 Rajya Sabha seats, scheduled for 16 March. The announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes political contest as parties vie for influence in the Upper House of Parliament, shaping the legislative agenda and the balance of power ahead of key national decisions.


India's Election Commission Announces Elections for 37 Rajya Sabha Seats on 16 March

In Rajya Sabha, Modi slams Rahul Gandhi over ‘gaddar’ remark, calls it insult to Sikh community

Flights near Delhi airport disrupted by GPS spoofing, government confirms in parliament

Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan was declared the winner in the first seat and Sajad Kichloo in the second seat, the party said in a statement.


J&K: Rajya Sabha election held for the first time in 10 years

J&K: NC's Choudhary Mohammad Ramzan wins Rajya Sabha seat

Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced the bill to prohibit all types of online money games while encouraging eSports and online social gaming.

Rajya Sabha passes 'Online Gaming Bill' by voice vote amid opposition uproar

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh taunted the Opposition in Rajya Sabha, saying feeding snakes milk on Nag Panchami was fine, but not every day.

Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh's 'feeding milk to snakes' jibe at Oppn amid Operation Sindoor debate. What he said

India news | TMC MP Sushmita Dev questioned the state of democracy in the country, emphasising that everyone's opinion must be visible for the nation to be considered democratic.

‘Censored dissent note on top of committee report’: TMC MP Sushmita Dev on JPC’s Waqf Bill report

The Rajya Sabha was on Friday adjourned till December 16 amid the continuing standoff between the treasury benches and the Opposition over the no-trust notice against Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar.

Huge ruckus in Rajya Sabha amid no-trust notice against Chairman Dhankhar, house adjourned

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday (Dec 11) accused Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar of "targeting the opposition, praising the government," and claimed that the Rajya Sabha (upper house of the Indian Parliament) was "being run by politics, not rules.

'He targets opposition, praises government': Kharge accuses Dhankhar of bias in no-confidence motion

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