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Former Chief Election Commissioner T S Krishnamurthy said till the entire country is covered by Aadhaar, both the cards should be allowed as ID proof for voting. (Photo| PTI/File)

One nation, one election not possible sans constitutional amendment:...

Krishnamurthy said it has several advantages, but the biggest problem in its implementation is constitutional...

18 Jun 2019 3:16 PM IST

Once nominated, Birla, who won from Kota-Bundi parliamentary seat in Rajasthan, will easily become the speaker as the National Democratic Alliance has a clear majority in the House. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

NDA nominates Om Birla for LS Speaker's post, parties extend support

The Opposition has not yet announced any candidate for the post while Tuesday is the last day to file nomination.

18 Jun 2019 10:08 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior BJP leaders presented bouquets to JP Nadda at the BJP Parliamentary Board meeting which was held at the BJP headquarters. (Photo: ANI)

JP Nadda appointed BJP's working president

Amit Shah decided to step aside following his appointment as Home Minister.

17 Jun 2019 8:14 PM IST

The saffron party is penetrating deep into West Bengal, a state which used to be the stronghold of the Left and later the TMC. (Photo: ANI)

1 TMC MLA, 12 councillors join BJP

This comes days after two TMC MLAs and over 50 councillors joined the BJP.

17 Jun 2019 4:54 PM IST

On the evening of November 8, the government announced that Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes would no longer be legal tender, as part of its move to eradicate black money.

Swiss authorities to share details of at least 50 Indians holding...

In 2014 PM Modi had termed the crackdown on black money, including those allegedly parked in Swiss banks, as a key focus...

17 Jun 2019 1:13 PM IST

Modi also said the new House has a high number of women MPs. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

'Active Oppn important in parliamentary democracy,' says PM Modi

Speaking to the media ahead of the commencement of the 17th Lok Sabha, Modi said he is hopeful that this session will be...

17 Jun 2019 11:08 AM IST

Kumar, 65, won the Lok Sabha election from Tikamgarh in Madhya Pradesh on a BJP ticket. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

BJP MP Virendra Kumar sworn in as protem speaker of Lok Sabha

Kumar will oversee the oath-taking of newly elected LS members on Monday and Tuesday.

17 Jun 2019 10:52 AM IST

BJP MP Virendra Kumar takes oath as the Protem Speaker of the 17th Lok Sabha, at Rashtrapati Bhawan. (Photo: ANI | Twitter)

PM Modi, others take oath on first day of 17th Lok Sabha

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an all-party meeting to seek support for smooth running of the Parliament.

17 Jun 2019 10:33 AM IST

India who has remained unbeaten so far in the World Cup will look to pick up another win after enduring a wash out game along with New Zealand. (Photo:AFP)

'Another strike on Pak, result is same': Amit Shah, others...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised the Indian cricket team for an 'amazing game'.

17 Jun 2019 9:11 AM IST

The delegation requested Indian High Commissioner to the UK to convey their concerns to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee. (Photo: File)

First Parliament session of 17th LS to commence on Monday

The first two days of the session will be completely devoted to oath-taking by 542 members of the 17th Lok Sabha.

16 Jun 2019 6:33 PM IST

Taking a jibe at Rahul Gandhi, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said television channels will soon run disclaimers before airing the Congress chiefs imaginary speeches. (Photo: ANI)

Maharashtra Cabinet expansion: 13 ministers take oath, 6 dropped

CM Fadnavis said the expansion of Council of Ministers would help fulfil expectations of the NDA allies including Shiv...

16 Jun 2019 3:16 PM IST

It is also to discuss the celebration of 75 years of Indias independence in 2022, and 150 years of Mamata Gandhis birth anniversary. (Photo: ANI)

PM calls meeting of presidents of all parties to discuss 'one nation,...

The all-party meeting is to happen on June 19.

16 Jun 2019 2:49 PM IST