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Kanimozhi seeks separate Lok Sabha seating for DMK MPs after Congress exit

Kanimozhi seeks separate Lok Sabha seating for DMK MPs after Congress exit

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Saturday asked Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla to change her party’s seating arrangement in the House, citing “changed political circumstances” after the Congress exited the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA). DMK lawmaker Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on Saturday requested Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to change her party’s seating arrangement in the House (Sansad TV) “I write to respectfully request suitable changes in the seating arrangement of the Members of Parliament belonging to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the Lok Sabha. In view of the changed political circumstances and as our alliance with the Indian National Congress has come to an end, it may not be appropriate for our members to continue occupying the present seating arrangement alongside them in the House,” Kanimozhi said in a letter addressed to Birla. Kanimozhi asked the speaker to make the necessary arrangements for its members to be allotted separate seating, saying this would enable them to discharge their responsibilities in the House effectively. The Congress on Wednesday ended its two-decade-long alliance …

Free Seats, Family Seating, Rights in Regional Languages

Free Seats, Family Seating, Rights in Regional Languages

2 min readMar 18, 2026 10:43 AM IST In a fresh push to improve customer comfort, transparency and consistency in airline operations, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued new directions through the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Under the revised norms, airlines must keep at least 60% of seats on every flight free of charge to ensure equitable access. Travellers booked under the same PNR are to be seated together, preferably in adjacent seats. The regulator has also asked carriers to make the transport of sports gear and musical instruments more transparent and passenger-friendly, while continuing to follow safety and operational rules. Airlines have been directed to publish clear and transparent policies governing the carriage of pets. Passengers’ rights must be prominently displayed In a statement, the ministry said that the instructions will ensure strict compliance with the passenger rights framework, particularly in situations involving flight delays, cancellations and denied boarding. Airlines must prominently display passenger rights on their websites, mobile applications, booking portals and airport counters. They are also required to communicate …

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik complains of seating arrangement in J&K Assembly, CM Abdullah likens him to ‘younger brother’

AAP MLA Mehraj Malik complains of seating arrangement in J&K Assembly, CM Abdullah likens him to ‘younger brother’

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah during the Budget session of J&K Assembly, in Jammu, on March 5, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI “You are in my heart and a younger brother,” Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah told sulking Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator Mehraj Malik after he complained about being provided a seat behind the Opposition BJP members in the House. Mr. Abdullah made the remarks shortly after the AAP legislator, who represents the Doda Assembly constituency, intercepted the Chief Minister who was responding to a question about revamped distribution sector scheme (power) during the Question Hour in the House. Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather warned Mr. Malik to behave properly or otherwise he will be marshalled out for intercepting the members. Mr. Malik first raised his voice during a question on drug addiction and demanded winding up of liquor wholesale stores. When the Chief Minister was replying to a question, he intercepted him and raised the issue of the government failure to improve power distribution in Doda and ensuring power and water …

Rashtrapati Bhavan to host Republic Day At Home, seating arrangements of senior leaders finalised

Rashtrapati Bhavan to host Republic Day At Home, seating arrangements of senior leaders finalised

Image Source : FILE PHOTO Rashtrapati Bhavan The preparations and arrangements for the Republic Day celebrations are in full swing. While special arrangements are being made at Kartavya Path for the grand parade, Rashtrapati Bhavan is also making preparations for At Home which is to be hosted by President Droupadi Murmu.  Reportedly, this year’s programme is being organised on the theme of India. The entire decoration, music and even invitation cards are influenced by the traditions and culture of South India. The invitation cards are being sent to special guests with each box containing a gift from one of the four southern states. Meanwhile, the seating arrangements have also been made for these guests. From the President to the last row of guests, the seating arrangement has been finalised. President Draupadi Murmu and the President of Indonesia, who is the chief guest for Republic Day, will sit on two golden-coloured chairs. According to the protocol, the Vice President will sit on one side and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the other side. Moreover, other guests, including the …

Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Reunion: Andy Cohen spills hot tea; release date, seating plan and other deets | Web Series

Releasing every Tuesday, Vanderpump Rules‘ dramatic fury works as a calming agent in viewers’ whirlwind of a reality. Seeking vicarious and gossipy guilty pleasures through all the mess that the Bravo TV reality show offers, fans are loving the rollercoaster ride so far. Spicing things up, TV personality Andy Cohen dropped some major hints about the recent VPR Season 11 Reunion taping that wrapped up over the weekend. Without outing hard facts, Cohen’s titillating teases for the remaining episodes of the season and the upcoming reunion are bound to encourage the audience to stick around for the fiery finale. Though nothing could ever match the level of explosive drama that blasted last year on the show, Cohen claims to have “really enjoyed” this year’s outing. Episode 8 drops tonight at 8/7c, with Peacock streaming it tomorrow. If the midseason trailer previewed earlier hasn’t roused your attention, these mild Reunion spoilers are likely to do the trick. Vanderpump Rules Season 11 premiered on Bravo TV on January 30.(Instagram/ lalakent) Vanderpump Rules Season 11 Reunion Release Date …