'A national cause, more discussions needed': JPC defers draft report on PM, CMs removal bill

A joint parliamentary committee deferred its draft report on removing leaders facing serious charges. The panel decided more consultations were needed before adopting its five recommendations. Members voted on recommendations, with some BJP members also voting against initial proposals. The committee suggested suspending, not permanently removing, leaders detained for thirty days. This bill seeks to amend the Government of Union Territories Act, 1963.

'Don't mix politics with ED': Madan Mitra denies notices to family prompted TMC faction switch

Madan Mitra has left Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress faction for a rebel group. He dismissed allegations that his decision was linked to the Enforcement Directorate's actions. Mitra stated his move was purely based on the current political landscape in West Bengal. He expressed disappointment with the TMC's strategy and leadership focus. Mitra also praised the political strength of Suvendu Adhikari.

'Convene an all-party meeting': Kharge writes to PM Modi on revised Delimitation Bill ahead of Monsoon session

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to call an all-party meeting. He requested adequate time for opposition parties to study the revised delimitation proposals. The Congress party plans to strongly oppose the proposed delimitation bill if reintroduced. They will also work to maintain unity among all opposition parties. The party supports women's reservation but opposes linking it to delimitation.

NIA court reserves order on Baramulla MP Rashid Sheikh's plea to attend Parliament in custody

A Baramulla MP has requested court permission to attend the upcoming Parliament session. He is currently in judicial custody for a terror funding case investigation. The National Investigation Agency stated it has no objection to his attendance. The court heard arguments from the MP's counsel and the NIA. An order on this petition is expected later today.

'Serious risk' to India's largest nuclear plant after sensitive files leaked on dark web: Report

Delhi HC seeks government's response on plea seeking medical intervention for Sonam Wangchuk

The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the Centre and Delhi government regarding a PIL. This plea requests urgent medical intervention for climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on an indefinite hunger strike. The activist-lawyer Rakesh Kumar Saini filed the public interest litigation seeking hospitalisation and supervised treatment. Wangchuk has been fasting since June 28, demanding the Education Minister's resignation over examination irregularities.

'Taken court for a ride': SC raps 'self-styled youth icons' Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia for non-compliance of its order