Chennai, April 17 (IANS) The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Friday led a strong political offensive against the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise, calling it a “defining moment” in Tamil Nadu’s political history and warning of serious consequences if the legislation is pushed through the Parliament.Positioning itself at the forefront of the resistance, the DMK said the outcome of its sustained protests would determine the future of Tamil Nadu’s political representation. The party…
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Hyderabad, April 16 (IANS) Telangana Jagruthi President K. Kavitha on Thursday again warned the Centre that it will face the brunt for injustice to South India in delimitation of Parliamentary constituencies.”Try Being Unfair and You Will Face the Brunt,” she posted on X.”South India’s influence in Union-level decisions is already being systematically marginalised. No matter how many seats we win as a bloc, the math is stacked against us. This structural unfairness cannot continue without cons…
New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) The Centre on Thursday introduced the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok Sabha, marking a significant legislative move during the ongoing special session of Parliament. Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal initiated the debate by presenting the proposed Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026. He also tabled the Delimitation Bill, 2026, setting the stage for discussions on implementing a one-third reservation for women in legis…
Thiruvananthapuram, April 15 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday strongly criticised the Centre’s proposed constituency delimitation exercise, warning that it could undermine India’s federal structure and weaken the principle of equitable representation among states.In a detailed statement, the Chief Minister said the move cannot be viewed as a routine administrative reform.He expressed concern over the Union government’s reported plan to introduce a delimitation bill …
Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay on Wednesday voiced strong concerns over the Centre’s proposed Constitutional amendment aimed at restructuring parliamentary representation, warning that it could significantly disadvantage southern states, particularly Tamil Nadu. In a statement, Vijay referred to the proposed Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to increase the strength of the Lok Sabha from the current 543 members to 850, and is expected …
Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Tamil Nadu is set to witness widespread protests on Thursday after Chief Minister M. K. Stalin called for a statewide black flag demonstration against the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise and constitutional amendments.Urging people to express their dissent, Stalin appealed to citizens across the state to hoist black flags in their homes and public spaces. “Let black flags rise! Tamil Nadu will fight, and Tamil Nadu will win,” he declared in a strongly worded soc…
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Centre is reportedly considering a new fuel price stabilisation mechanism aimed at protecting consumers from sharp fluctuations in petrol, diesel and LPG prices amid rising global energy volatility.The proposal, which is currently under discussion among key ministries, seeks to establish a dedicated buffer system that can be deployed during periods of extreme price swings, according to NDTV Profit report.The move comes as geopolitical tensions in West Asia continue…
Hyderabad, April 15 (IANS) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working President K.T. Rama Rao on Wednesday warned the Centre that if delimitation of Parliamentary constituencies results in injustice to South India, this will trigger a massive movement in the region.He made it clear that if the delimitation exercise is conducted in a manner that diminishes the representation of the Southern states, it will not remain merely a political process or a legislative amendment; rather, it will trigger a power…
Chandigarh, April 14 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) General Secretary Bikram Singh Majithia on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over its notification concerning the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), alleging that it amounts to an erosion of Punjab’s powers. He also accused the state government of colluding with the Centre and failing to safeguard Punjab’s interests.Reacting to the Central government notification regarding amendments to the BBMB, Majithia told IANS that the …
Chandigarh, April 14 (IANS) Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Hooda on Tuesday termed the new notification by the Centre that changed eligibility criteria for top Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) posts reserved for Punjab and Haryana as “anti-state”. Speaking to reporters, he said when the state was carved out of Punjab, specific rules for the board were formally established. These rules included several provisions designed to safeguard Haryana’s interests. For instance, it w…