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From 305 sittings to 84 in ongoing session: Raj Assembly’s shrinking debate space raises concerns at 75

Archana Sharma | July 15, 2026 1:37 PM

Jaipur, July 15 (IANS) As the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly celebrates 75 years of democratic journey, one number captures a significant transformation in its functioning -- the steady decline in the number of sittings. From more than 300 sittings in the Assembly’s early tenures to just 84 in the ongoing 16th Assembly, the shrinking legislative calendar has raised questions about the time available for debate, public scrutiny, and democratic engagement.

Rocky road ahead for NCP amid legal feuds and battle for control

Sanjay Jog | July 15, 2026 1:03 PM

Mumbai, July 15 (IANS) The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is weathering a severe, potentially fatal existential storm. Following the tragic demise of its paramount leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in January 2026, the party's internal cohesion has completely shattered. The transition of leadership to Ajit Pawar's widow, Sunetra Pawar, has not brought stability; instead, it has triggered deep systemic fault lines.

Police image is built through conduct, not publicity: Former UP DGP

IANS | July 14, 2026 11:38 PM

Gandhinagar, July 14 (IANS) A positive image of the police is earned through ethical conduct and public service rather than publicity, former Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Prof. (Dr.) Vikram Singh said on Tuesday while addressing a one-day workshop on Police Image and Best Practices in Policing at Rashtriya Raksha University's School of Internal Security and SMART Policing (SISSP).

‘Proud moment for Kashmir': Artisan on PM Modi's papier-mache gift to Indonesian President

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:07 PM

Srinagar, July 14 (IANS) Kashmiri papier-mache artisan Basharat Hussain has hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gesture of gifting a traditional Kashmiri papier-mache bowl to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. He called it a proud moment for the Valley's centuries-old handicraft tradition and a significant recognition of its artistic heritage on the global stage.

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