India’s Parliament established a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to examine the ‘One Nation, One Election’ bill. The JPC, including members from both ruling and opposition parties, will thoroughly analyze the proposal’s implications and submit a report. The bill, aiming for simultaneous national and state elections, has generated significant debate, with proponents citing efficiency and critics raising concerns about federalism and democratic balance.
Rohan Jaitley wins a second term as DDCA president, defeating Kirti Azad. Jaitley secured 1577 votes against Azad’s 777. Azad had alleged corruption within the DDCA. Jaitley’s team swept all other positions.
Maharashtra witnessed a cabinet expansion on Sunday, with the swearing-in of new ministers in Nagpur. The BJP-led government, including the Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) and NCP (Ajit Pawar faction), now has a complete council of ministers. The expansion took place ahead of the state legislature’s winter session, reflecting the government’s commitment to governance and policy formulation.
S.M. Krishna, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka who spearheaded Bengaluru’s rise as India’s Silicon Valley, passed away at 92. Tributes pour in from across India, highlighting his visionary leadership and enduring legacy.
Former Indian External Affairs Minister and Karnataka Chief Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna passed away at the age of 92. His legacy includes transforming Bengaluru into India’s Silicon Valley and a distinguished six-decade political career.
The Indian government is poised to introduce a landmark bill for ‘One Nation, One Election’ in the current parliamentary session, following Cabinet approval of the Ram Nath Kovind Committee’s report. The move aims to synchronize national and state elections, but faces challenges in achieving broad consensus and may involve a Joint Parliamentary Committee.
A week of dramatic events: India’s top companies see a massive market cap surge, while political clashes and international incidents dominate headlines. An Indian student’s murder in Canada, a farmer’s protest, and a significant political appointment are all major news stories alongside market gains.
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar has received significant relief after the Income Tax department cleared properties worth over ₹1,000 crore in a long-standing benami case. This development marks a turning point in the high-profile investigation and has sparked significant political discussion.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced the winter session of Parliament with a call for constructive debates and inclusivity, criticizing disruptive tactics that hinder productive discussions and the empowerment of new MPs. The session, lasting until December 20th, will see the consideration of 15 bills, including significant maritime and Waqf law amendments.
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