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During a Lok Sabha debate on the Delimitation Bill, the Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi sparked an uproar by comparing the Prime Minister to a magician whose tactics have been exposed.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure a unanimous stand from the government in the Lok Sabha ahead of the voting on Women Reservation Amendment Bill 2026, the Delimitation Bill 2026, and the Union Territories laws.

Tennis legend Leander Paes has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and will campaign for the party in West Bengal ahead of the assembly election.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair a crucial review meeting via video conferencing with Chief Ministers at 6.30 pm on Friday to assess India's preparedness amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.

The government on Wednesday convened an all-party meeting to address the West Asia conflict's impact on the nation's energy security, assuring leaders that there is no oil or LPG crisis.

Amid the escalating West Asia war, the United States is rushing more troops to the region with reports of an additional 1,000 to 2,000 personnel being deployed.

The meeting follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, emphasising the importance of taking parliamentary democracy into confidence.

India's severe LPG shortage is showing signs of easing as the carrier ship Shivalik docked at Gujarat's Mundra Port after transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

In this edition of India Today, the focus is on India’s 61-run victory over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup in Colombo, which secured India’s progression to the Super 8s.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju launched a fresh attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday during his visit to the India–China border near Bumla Pass in Arunachal Pradesh, including the Y-Junction area that witnessed tensions during the 2020 standoff. Speaking exclusively to India Today, Rijiju said national security issues should not be politicised, accused Gandhi of lacking knowledge about border matters, and urged him to study and learn about the border before making statements. The remarks come amid a political row after Rahul Gandhi cited excerpts from former Army Chief General MM Naravane’s unpublished memoir in Parliament, alleging a “paralysis” in political leadership during the Galwan crisis and claiming that the Prime Minister had effectively abdicated responsibility. The government strongly objected to the reference, calling it a violation of norms and harmful to national interest, and the Speaker barred Gandhi from mentioning the book.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a blistering attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, stating it was the Congress-led UPA government which surrendered India's interest before international organisations, including the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and "sold" the interest of poor and farmers.

This episode of 5 Live highlights the financial struggles of Rajasthan's medal-winning athletes, including Asian Games medallist Rakesh and national record holder Neeraj Kumar.

Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government over the Union Budget and the trade deal with the United States.

In a significant parliamentary development, the opposition has moved a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging bias and the silencing of dissent.

This edition of 5 Live focusses on the fresh violence that has erupted in Manipur's Ukhrul following which the government has suspended internet services and imposed a curfew. The violence erupted between Naga and Kuki groups in Ukhrul.

On this Special Report, the focus is on the escalating tensions in Parliament following the release of a video by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. The footage purportedly shows opposition MPs, specifically women MPs from the Congress party, crowding the Treasury benches and the area near the Prime Minister's seat. Kiren Rijiju stated, 'Congress Party is proud of the most degrading behaviours by their MPs,' adding that the BJP had to restrain its own members to prevent a 'very ugly scene.' The Minister alleged a 'nefarious plan' by the opposition to disrupt proceedings and create a physical confrontation. The programme highlights how Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Giriraj Singh were seen with folded hands, urging opposition members to return to their seats. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also expressed concerns, noting he had advised the Prime Minister against entering the House to avoid 'unpleasant incidents' that could tarnish democratic traditions.

In this edition of Newstrack, the big focus is on the massive political face-off between Congress and BJP over former Army Chief General MM Naravane's unpublished memoir.

In this Special Report, the spotlight is on a heated exchange in the Rajya Sabha involving Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge. During the session, Kharge raised serious concerns about the state of parliamentary democracy, saying, "I am just pleading before you how these people are crushing democracy and not allowing the opposition leader to speak". Kharge questioned the restrictions on discussing Lok Sabha proceedings within the Rajya Sabha, stressing that both Houses together constitute the functioning of the government. The debate saw interventions from the Chair regarding the use of terms like "bonded labour" and drew on historical precedents set by Jawaharlal Nehru concerning inter-house decorum. The opposition leader also accused the Treasury Benches of misusing their authority to stifle dissent, highlighting growing friction between the ruling party and the opposition over parliamentary rights.

In this special report, attention turns to the escalating tension in Parliament as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the Rajya Sabha at 5 pm today. The development came after his scheduled Lok Sabha speech was cancelled amid a complete breakdown of parliamentary proceedings. Speaker Om Birla noted, "The standoff that we see continuously between the treasury benches and the opposition benches is not resolved yet". The report also underscores the suspension of eight opposition MPs and the controversy sparked by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's attempt to discuss national security and quote from an unpublished memoir of former Army Chief General MM Naravane. Despite efforts by the Speaker and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to mediate, the deadlock continues.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in his chamber amid the ruckus in the House.