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Daily Briefing: Stormy Parliament clears anti-paper leak, Vande Mataram bills; Gulveer Singh scripts history at CWG 2026 | Live News

Daily Briefing: Stormy Parliament clears anti-paper leak, Vande Mataram bills; Gulveer Singh scripts history at CWG 2026 | Live News

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7 min readNew DelhiJul 30, 2026 09:32 AM IST Good morning, India’s Gulveer Singh was up against chilly, rainy weather conditions, sporting history and a quality field at the Commonwealth Games 2026 on Wednesday. The 28-year-old from Sirsa in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh remained committed to his race strategy, producing an impressive final burst to win silver. The victory marked India’s first-ever Commonwealth Games medal in the men’s 10,000m with a time of 27 minutes and 49.80 seconds. Gulveer had, in fact, fallen behind during the race but fought back to snap at the heels of the leading pack before surging forward, ending decades of African dominance. Speaking to The Indian Express, Gulveer shared, “The silver means a lot because it is the result of a lot of hard work over the last few years.” With that, let’s move on to the top stories from today’s edition: Bills passed in Parliament Protesters being asked about Umar Khalid India’s crude oil options 🚨 Big Story After a two-day debate punctuated by acrimonious exchanges as the Opposition slammed …

AMMA general body meeting in Kochi on June 21 likely to be stormy

AMMA general body meeting in Kochi on June 21 likely to be stormy

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Tini Tom and Ansiba Hassan are among the four members who received show-cause notices for “tarnishing the body’s image through public statements” | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The general body meeting of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) to be held in Kochi on June 21 is likely to be a stormy one with the rival factions blaming each other for the ongoing internal strife. A decision on the disciplinary action is to be taken against four members, including actor Ansiba Hassan for airing their views in the media is unlikely before the crucial meeting. Besides her, the association leadership had issued show-cause notices dated June 10, 2026 to executive committee members Joy Mathew, Lakshmipriya, and Tini Tom. It alleged that the members had tarnished the image through public statements. Actor Maala Parvathi said on Thursday (June 18, 2026) that she will resist any attempt to initiate action against Ms. Hassan, who had lodged complaints against fellow actors Mr. Tom and Ms. Lakshmipriya over alleged communal remarks and derogatory comments against her. She alleged …

A recipe for Dark ‘N Stormy from Bar Outrigger

A recipe for Dark ‘N Stormy from Bar Outrigger

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History On The Rocks is Goya’s summer cocktail series in partnership with Smitha Menon. Here, we explore the often-unknown origin story behind our favourite classic cocktails. We will also be bringing you a modern take on the classic, from some of our favourite bars in the country. This week, dark ‘n stormy. What does a sailor, rough winds, and ginger ale have in common? A cocktail, of course! The story of the origin of Dark ‘N Stormy has its roots in Bermuda. Not the triangle, but the island. In 1806, James Gosling, the the eldest son of the Gosling family (merchants from Kent) set sail for Amercia. They were unable to find their way and exhausted, docked at the nearest port which was Bermuda. Gosling decided to make hay, or rather rum, where the sun shines and set up shop launching a branded aged rum, sold from the barrel, and called Black Seal. Now, at the time, ginger beer was used to cure seasickness in the Caribbean; there was even a ginger beer factory set …

Parliament Budget session LIVE: Motion to remove Speaker Om Birla sets stage for a stormy session

Parliament Budget session LIVE: Motion to remove Speaker Om Birla sets stage for a stormy session

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The second part of the Budget Session of Parliament is set to resume from today; External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will make a statement in the Lok Sabha today on the conflict in West Asia Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Stormy start to Punjab assembly budget session, Congress walks out

Stormy start to Punjab assembly budget session, Congress walks out

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The budget session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha got off to a stormy start on Friday as the opposition Congress staged a walkout during governor Gulab Chand Kataria’s inaugural address, while the treasury benches held a symbolic musical protest outside the House. Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria, chief minister Bhagwant Mann and Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan interacting with media after the governor’s address on the first day of the budget session in Chandigarh on Friday. (Ravi Kumar/HT) The session began on a turbulent note when Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa interrupted governor Kataria’s speech shortly after it commenced. Bajwa raised the issue of deteriorating law and order and recent killings in the state, drawing immediate fire from the treasury benches. Despite the governor’s attempts to pacify the LoP, urging him to raise these concerns during the dedicated discussion period, Congress legislators descended into the well of the House raising slogans against the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government. The protest culminated in a walkout by the Congress, boycotting the remainder of the governor’s …

A Sovereign Bridge In Stormy Waters: Decoding India’s Global Gambit At News18 Rising Bharat 2026 | India News

A Sovereign Bridge In Stormy Waters: Decoding India’s Global Gambit At News18 Rising Bharat 2026 | India News

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Last Updated:February 28, 2026, 17:05 IST Three of the nation’s most seasoned foreign policy architects—Ruchira Kamboj, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and Kanwal Sibal—mapped out the trajectory of a rising Bharat The summit brings together leaders, policymakers, and industry voices to shape a future powered by India’s own resolve and ambition. Image/News18 The News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026 reached a diplomatic crescendo during the session titled “India’s Global Gambit: Navigating the Strategic High Seas”, where three of the nation’s most seasoned foreign policy architects—Ruchira Kamboj, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and Kanwal Sibal—mapped out the trajectory of a rising Bharat. The overarching consensus was clear: India has successfully transitioned from being a passive “balancing power” to a proactive “leading power”. In a world increasingly fractured by ideological and military blocs, India has carved out a unique identity as a “Sovereign Bridge”, a term poignantly introduced by Ruchira Kamboj to describe a nation capable of engaging the Global North and South simultaneously without sacrificing its core national interests. This newfound diplomatic agility is deeply rooted in the “New Delhi Consensus”, …

Union Budget Session 2026: First leg of stormy Budget session ends

Union Budget Session 2026: First leg of stormy Budget session ends

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The tumultuous first leg of the Budget session, which saw heated exchanges over the India-US interim trade deal and unpublished memoir of former army chief M M Naravane, concluded Friday and the House will now reassemble on March 9. The three-week recess period will allow standing committees to examine allocations to various central ministries given in the Union Budget. Earlier in the day, the House was adjourned for one hour after Opposition members raised slogans demanding the resignation of Union Minister Hardeep Puri. The opposition members were also protesting against the India-US interim trade agreement. The first part of the Budget Session began on January 28 with the address of President Droupadi Murmu to a joint sitting of the two Houses. The Budget session will conclude on April 2. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute …

Parliament Winter Session 2025 LIVE Updates: Stormy Day Expected As Key Bills Including MGNREGA To Be Discussed In Lok Sabha

Parliament Winter Session 2025 LIVE Updates: Stormy Day Expected As Key Bills Including MGNREGA To Be Discussed In Lok Sabha

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Parliament Winter Session Today Live Updates: Parliament is set for a heated day on Tuesday as the Winter Session enters a crucial phase, with sharp exchanges expected between the government and the opposition. Several politically sensitive issues are likely to dominate proceedings in both Houses, raising the prospect of repeated disruptions and strong floor speeches. MGNREGA to be replaced with G Ram G? A major flashpoint is the government’s plan to introduce a bill that will replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGA). The proposed move has already drawn criticism from opposition parties, who argue that MGNREGA remains a lifeline for rural households. They are expected to question both the intent and impact of replacing the long-running employment scheme, particularly at a time of economic stress in rural areas. The opposition has signalled its intent to corner the government over rising air pollution levels and the worsening air quality index in Delhi-NCR.  Today’s agenda: Both Houses of Parliament will resume business at 11 am on Tuesday, with a packed agenda lined up …

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates: Stormy Start Likely As SIR, Herald Case Face-Off Looms; 14 Bills On Agenda

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates: Stormy Start Likely As SIR, Herald Case Face-Off Looms; 14 Bills On Agenda

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Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, 1st December: The Winter Session of Parliament begins today. Questions over the revision of voter lists, concerns about the death of an election official in Bengal, and rising anxiety after the recent Delhi blast are expected to dominate the early days of the session.  Opposition push for debate on SIR: A major point of contention is the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Opposition parties, particularly the Trinamool Congress, have demanded a detailed discussion on the process. They argue that the revision is being carried out without proper planning and has placed undue pressure on Election Commission staff, especially after the death of an official in Bengal. Leaders from 36 parties raised the issue during the all-party meeting and insisted that Parliament must address the concerns urgently. Delhi blast: Alongside the electoral roll controversy, Opposition parties also want a debate on the 10 November Delhi blast and the wider questions of national security that have followed. The incident has added to the already charged political climate, with several …

After Leaving Sri Lanka Sunk In Sorrow, Cyclone Ditwah Sets Stormy Sights On India | World News

After Leaving Sri Lanka Sunk In Sorrow, Cyclone Ditwah Sets Stormy Sights On India | World News

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Last Updated:November 29, 2025, 18:54 IST India swiftly launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to extend crucial Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) support to its closest maritime neighbour In anticipation of the severe weather, India’s coastal states are on high alert. Representational image The powerful Cyclonic Storm Ditwah has left a trail of unprecedented destruction across Sri Lanka before re-emerging over the Bay of Bengal and setting its course towards India’s southern coastline. The island nation has been grappling with one of its worst weather disasters in years, as days of torrential rain, intensified by the cyclonic system’s formation, triggered widespread flooding and catastrophic landslides, particularly in the central hill and eastern coastal regions. Isolated, Flooded, Uprooted The death toll in Sri Lanka has tragically surpassed 130 people, with dozens more reported missing, as rescue operations continue amid the wreckage. Over 200,000 individuals from more than 61,000 families have been severely affected, with thousands forced to seek shelter in emergency relief camps after their homes were destroyed or partially damaged. The central tea-growing regions, including Badulla …