Morning Digest: Rahul Gandhi to be Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha; CBI to seek custody of all accused in NEET paper leak case, and more
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The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on June 26, 2024
Rahul Gandhi to be the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha
Rahul Gandhi will be the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, the Congress announced on June 25. The announcement was made after a meeting of the floor leaders of the INDIA group in Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s official residence. The decision came on a day when Mr. Gandhi took oath as an MP for the fifth consecutive term.
Lok Sabha to witness rare contest for Speaker’s post
The 18th Lok Sabha is all set to witness a rare contest for the Speaker post on Wednesday between the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Om Birla and Kodikunnil Suresh of the Congress after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government and the INDIA group of Opposition parties failed to arrive at a consensus.
More Opposition MPs swear by Constitution on second day of oath-taking
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, flaunting a red pocket Constitution, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav with a blue one, Trinamool Congress’ Mahua Moitra and former Speaker Om Birla, who is looking at a second straight term in office, were among the prominent MPs who took oath on the second day of the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha.
CBI to seek custody of all accused in NEET paper leak case
BJP counters Siddaramaiah's claims, stating election mandate not a "clean chit," alleging Congress corruption and broken promises.
West Bengal Governor embroiled in controversy over unveiling own statue, sparking criticism from political circles.
Increase in men opting for vasectomy in Coimbatore district due to awareness and higher family planning allowance.
Dozens killed in sectarian clashes in northwestern Pakistan, with ongoing violence prompting government intervention and community negotiations.
Celebrating 20 years of Sanghamitra Rural Development Society's impactful work in rural education and healthcare with community support.
Experience the iconic Kadalekai Parishe in Basavanagudi with more stalls, massive footfall, and a plastic-free environment this year.
Blood Donors Club of Madurai Medical College organized 'Uthiram 24' marathon to promote blood donation with 1,513 participants.
NDA government in A.P. neglecting students and education sector badly hit, alleges Jagan Mohan Reddy
YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has criticised the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government in Andhra Pradesh, accusing it of neglecting all sectors and not paying the fee reimbursement benefits to the students.
Establishment of South Coast Railway Zone in Visakhapatnam progresses with e-tenders for GM office complex construction.
Congress victory in Channapatna seen as Shivakumar's revenge, boosting party prestige in Vokkaliga politics and KPCC leadership prospects.
Minor fire at courier agency office on Madurai-Tirunelveli Road quickly extinguished by Fire and Rescue Services, no damage reported.