Why BJP's Mizoram ally sided with Opposition on no-trust motion
The Mizo National Front (MNF), an ally of the BJP-led NDA, voted in favour of the no-confidence motion in the Lok Sabha. Its lone MP, C Lalrosanga, said his party was not happy with the government's handling of the Manipur violence. Key Points
India TodayParliament LIVE Updates: Another fiery debate on no-confidence likely, PM Modi to reply in Lok Sabha today
No-Confidence Motion News Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reply today to the no-confidence motion moved against his government by the Opposition parties over the Manipur violence. The no-confidence motion debate was initiated by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday. For the last two days, Parliament witnessed fiery discussions by leaders from the government and Opposition over the ethnic clashes in Manipur. On Wednesday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, in his first speech in the House since he was restored as an MP, launched a scathing attack on the government, accusing it of "dividing" Manipur into two parts. He alleged that BJP's politics in the northeastern state had "murdered" India, drawing an uproar from several party members. A controversy erupted when Rahul Gandhi had given a flying kiss to the BJP members. The moment was not captured on camera, but several women MPs from the party filed a complaint with the Speaker, alleging that the Congress leader indulged in "distasteful" behaviour and "inappropriate" gesture. Stay tuned with indiatoday.in for live updates of the no-confidence debate in Parliament. Key Points
India TodayBJP conducts parliamentary party meeting ahead of no-confidence motion in Lok Sabha
The Modi-led NDA govt is set to face a no-confidence motion in Parliament, initiated by the opposition parties of the I.N.D.I.A. bloc and accepted by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. Key Points
ThePrintPension reforms | Macron, resign: Protesters set rubbish on fire as no-confidence vote fails
After President Emmanuel Macron's government narrowly survived a no-confidence motion in parliament, protesters set piles of rubbish on fire. The pension reform legislation is set to raise the retirement age by two years to 64. Key Points
India TodayCongress files no-confidence motion against BJP in Lok Sabha
The motion was filed by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi after a collective decision was made by the Opposition alliance I.N.D.I.A on Tuesday Key Points
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'Sense of pride, optimism about our national potential': PM Modi after flying on Tejas Fighter Jet
Following the sortie, Modi tweeted, 'Successfully completed a sortie on the Tejas. The experience was incredibly enriching, significantly bolstering my confidence in our country's indigenous capabilities, leaving me with a renewed sense of pride and optimism about our national potential.' Key Points
FirstpostJoe Biden tells US to have confidence in banks after collapse
US regulators closed the Silicon Valley Bank on Friday after it experienced a traditional bank run, where depositors rushed to withdraw their funds all at once. It is the second largest bank failure in U.S. history, behind only the 2008 failure of Washington Mutual. Key Points
The Indian ExpressVallabh Bhanshali on 4 factors that are leading to India’s premium positioning
India's sovereignty and solvency status are unprecedented, while self-confidence is continuing to grow. The average Indian's confidence that they can thrive in the country is developing but still needs improvement from centuries of self-doubt. Additionally, productivity in policymaking and implementing policies needs to increase. Bhanshali believes these factors, combined with market forces taking long-term views, make India a prime market. Key Points
Economic TimesI'm a therapist during the day and a burlesque dancer at night. I've learned that beauty is situational.
She is a therapist during the day and performs burlesque shows during the weekends. She says beauty can be turned on or off. Key Points
InsiderEven Neha Dhupia wants this Uorfi Javed outfit, calls it 'the cutest'
Social media sensation Uorfi Javed, known for her quirky outfits, impressed her fans with her cute outfit on Tuesday. She literally wore a toy-jacket. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan Times
AAP being attacked as it is BJP's biggest challenger, says Delhi CM; Houses passes confidence motion
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of attacking the AAP, obstructing his government's work, and trying to poach party MLAs. Kejriwal challenged the BJP's attempts to arrest him and asserted that the AAP will 'liberate' the country from the saffron party in the 2029 elections. Key Points
Economic TimesPredictions for 2024: Revival of private capex to be the defining trend, says Kumar Mangalam Birla
At its core, private investment is a vote of confidence in the economy. It drives innovation, creates employment, and stimulates economic activity. In 2024, as private investments gain momentum, we will see a ripple effect across various sectors — from manufacturing to technology, from infrastructure to renewables, says Kumar Mangalam Birla. Key Points
Economic TimesEverybody loves a no-confidence motion: Government has the numbers, Opposition wants a debate
The monsoon session of the India Parliament has been enlivened by the oppositions no-confidence motion against the government over its failure to respond to ethnic violence in the state of Manipur. No-confidence motions typically only have relevance when ruling coalitions are fragile. However, the motion is view by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi as an opportunity to raise the matter of Manipur in Parliament, while the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party regards it as a chance to expose the divisions in the disparate alliance of opposition parties. Key Points
The Economic TimesIndira to Modi: When PMs faced no-confidence motion a year ahead of polls
The NDA has 330 seats while INDIA has 141 MPs. Others have 67 MPs. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhat is no-confidence motion? What happens when it is accepted by Lok Sabha speaker
No-confidence motion: PM Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has a clear majority of 301 members in the Lok Sabha, so the no-confidence vote will not impact its stability. But a no-confidence motion is often used as a tool by the opposition to force a discussion in the House on particular issues. Key Points
Economic Times
Parliament to discuss no-confidence motion on August 8, PM Modi's reply on August 10
On 26 July, Congress submitted a no-confidence motion against the ruling BJP government in the Lok Sabha. The motion was filed by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi after a collective decision was made by the Opposition alliance I.N.D.I.A Key Points
FirstpostFrom Indira Gandhi to Modi, PMs who faced no-confidence motion ahead of Lok Sabha polls
Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, has become the seventh incumbent PM to face a no-confidence motion. This is the seventh instance of a no-confidence motion being accepted within 12 months of a national election. Key Points
mintFrench govt faces no-confidence vote after Macron raises pension age
The French government will face a no-confidence vote on Monday. Two no-confidence motions have been filed by opposition politicians in protest against the government using controversial executive powers to rise the state pension age from 62 to 64. Key Points
India TodayWhat to expect in the No confidence Motion in Lok Sabha slated for August 8
The no-confidence motion moved against the Narendra Modi-led government will be the 28th motion ever in Lok Sabha. In the past, all motions were either defeated or remained inconclusive. Key Points
Business TodayThe Art of Science and Fitness | A doctor's reminder to cherish family
As people age, their greatest fear isn't illness or death but reliance on others. It's time we support those who once supported us and boost their confidence. Key Points
Hindustan Times
No-Confidence Motion Live Updates: Rahul Gandhi on Congress's speaker list, Union cabinet meet begins
No-Confidence Motion News Updates: The Lok Sabha is expected to witness a fiery session for the second day in a row as the Opposition will resume its debate on the no-confidence motion. The debate was initiated on Wednesday by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi alleging that the government which talks about "one India" has created "two Manipurs". Congress has given the names of Rahul Gandhi, Revanth Reddy and Hebi Eden as speakers on no-confidence motion. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, speaking for the government during the no-confidence motion debate, attacked Congress veteran Sonia Gandhi and said, "Bete ko set karna hai, damaad ko bhent karna hai (‘Has to set up her son, and take care of her son-in-law’)". In the Rajya Sabha, INDIA bloc moved a privilege motion against Leader of the House Piyush Goyal for addressing its members as "traitors." The no-trust debate is expected to continue till Thursday, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to give his reply. Stay tuned with India Today for all the latest updates. Key Points
India TodayNo-Confidence Motion Live Updates: Rahul Gandhi to lead debate in Lok Sabha today
No-Confidence Motion Debate in Parliament live: Rahul Gandhi is likely to lead Congress’s charge on Tuesday during no-confidence motion debate in Lok Sabha on the Manipur issue. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will face his second no-confidence motion in Parliament today, the first in his second term as the PM. It will be interesting to see what Rahul Gandhi has to say in Parliament on the violence in Manipur, which the Congress leader visited in June. Rahul Gandhi returned to Parliament on Monday after four months after his membership as Lok Sabha MP was restored. Follow indiatoday.in for live updates. Key Points
India TodayOpposition moves no-confidence motion against Modi govt amid Manipur row
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has filed the no-confidence motion against the Government in Lok Sabha along with BRS MP Nama Nageswara Rao. Although the motion is highly unlikely to succeed due to the government's majority, it is viewed as a strategy to make the prime minister address the Manipur violence incident during the parliamentary debate, rather than Union Home Minister Amit Shah responding on behalf of the government. The Congress has also issued a whip for its members to attend meetings to discuss the issue. Key Points
Economic TimesUS consumer confidence ticks up in March
The Conference Board reported Tuesday that its consumer confidence index rose to 104.2 in March from 103.4 in February. Optimism about current conditions fell, though consumers grew slightly more positive about the short-term future. That's a reversal from recent surveys. Key Points
Economic TimesRahul Gandhi to speak tomorrow in no-confidence motion debate
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will speak on Tuesday during the debate on the no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Manipur issue. Rahul, who returned to Parliament on Monday after four months, had visited violence-hit Manipur in June. Key Points
India Today
How to allocate resources in these market conditions? Feroze Azeez answers
Feroze Azeez says: “Investor confidence has gone up on the back of education which has started in 2013. Liquidity, both on the domestic and the foreign institutional side seems robust because the domestic guys are putting money out of education and foreigners are putting on the probability of the continuance of the government. Plus, earnings have been very heartening.” Key Points
Economic TimesNo-confidence motion: What PM Modi predicted in 2019 comes true in 2023
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday admitted a no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government on the Manipur issue. The motion was moved by Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi with the support of more than 50 opposition MPs. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaReaction to Reuters report on potential Ping An rescue of Country Garden
Chinese authorities have asked Ping An Insurance Group to take a controlling stake in embattled Country Garden (2007.HK), the nation's biggest private property developer, four people familiar with the plan told Reuters. Key Points
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