News for 'no-confidence motion'

Cong to move confidence motion in Rajasthan assembly

Cong to move confidence motion in Rajasthan assembly

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The assembly session comes days after the top leadership of the Congress announced the return of Pilot and 18 other dissident MLAs to the party-fold. Referring to Pilot's open rebellion while addressing the legislators, the CM asked them to 'forget what has happened'.

Government says it is safe; Lok Sabha polls in May

Government says it is safe; Lok Sabha polls in May

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Dismissing any threat in wake of plans by some anti-Telangana Lok Sabha MPs, including those from Congress, to bring a no-confidence motion, Union Minister Kamal Nath on Wednesday said the government has the numbers and the general elections will be held in May as per schedule.

Chaos In Islamabad As Imran's Supporters Go On The Rampage

Chaos In Islamabad As Imran's Supporters Go On The Rampage

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's supporters reached the heart of Pakistan's capital on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, after removing barricades and battling police in clashes that killed six security personnel and injured dozens.

Manipur is our 'jigar ka tukda', Modi says in Lok Sabha

Manipur is our 'jigar ka tukda', Modi says in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Describing the northeastern region as a "piece of one's heart", Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said there will be no let-up in efforts to restore peace in Manipur, which will soon walk the path of progress once again.

Simultaneous polls: EC's proposals include President's rule if govt falls

Simultaneous polls: EC's proposals include President's rule if govt falls

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Holding simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and all assemblies would need any no-confidence motion to be coupled with a 'confidence motion' by a leader proposed as next prime minister or chief minister, while any mid-term election can be conducted only for remainder of the term, the Election Commission had said earlier.

Imran Khan loses majority as key ally strikes deal with Oppn

Imran Khan loses majority as key ally strikes deal with Oppn

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

The PTI government lost the majority in the lower house of the parliament following the late-night development ahead of the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan on April 3.

'The BJP is bulldozing parliamentary democracy'

'The BJP is bulldozing parliamentary democracy'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

'Why wasn't my no-confidence motion tabled in the House?' asks YSRCP MP Y V Subba Reddy.

US rubbishes Imran's charge of 'foreign conspiracy' to oust him

US rubbishes Imran's charge of 'foreign conspiracy' to oust him

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

"There is no truth to these allegations," a State Department spokesperson said soon after Khan made the allegations in a live televised speech from Islamabad on Thursday.

In apparent 'slip of tongue', Imran says US sent 'threat letter'

In apparent 'slip of tongue', Imran says US sent 'threat letter'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

"The letter stated that the no-confidence motion was being tabled even before it was filed, which means the Opposition was in contact with them," Khan alleged in his address to the nation.

One nation, one poll: Top 10 recommendations of Kovind panel

One nation, one poll: Top 10 recommendations of Kovind panel

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

The government must develop a legally tenable mechanism in order to restore the cycle of simultaneous elections.

Challenge BJP to furnish evidence against me: BSP's Danish Ali

Challenge BJP to furnish evidence against me: BSP's Danish Ali

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Amid the row over BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's derogatory remarks in the Lok Sabha, BSP MP Danish Ali on Monday questioned the "delay" in action against the ruling party leader and alleged that the comments seem to have been sanctioned by the BJP's top leadership to build a narrative around him and his community.

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

He drew the roadmap of India's economic reform, unshackled it from the licence raj and pulled it back from the brink when even its gold reserve was pledged.

I wasn't dangerous when in govt, but I'll be now: Imran

I wasn't dangerous when in govt, but I'll be now: Imran

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Imran has questioned the judiciary to explain the motive behind opening its doors at midnight.

'Mr Modi doesn't have majority for One nation, one election'

'Mr Modi doesn't have majority for One nation, one election'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

'One nation, one election' is not possible under the present Constitution. It requires at least five constitutional amendments'

Nitish to expand cabinet soon, hectic lobbying for Speaker's post

Nitish to expand cabinet soon, hectic lobbying for Speaker's post

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

A day after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar formed the government in Bihar in alliance with the National Democratic Alliance, hectic lobbying started for the post of assembly speaker, and other legislators to be included in the council of ministers.

Pak minister claims plot to assassinate Imran Khan unearthed

Pak minister claims plot to assassinate Imran Khan unearthed

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Pakistan's Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry on Friday claimed that a plot to assassinate Prime Minister Imran Khan has been reported by the country's security agencies, ahead of Sunday's no-trust motion against the premier.

Pak speaker, deputy speaker quit amid political drama

Pak speaker, deputy speaker quit amid political drama

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

After announcing resignation, he asked Ayaz Sadiq of PML-N to chair the proceedings, who is now conducting the proceedings.

Facing defeat in parliament, Pak PM Imran Khan calls special cabinet meet

Facing defeat in parliament, Pak PM Imran Khan calls special cabinet meet

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Pakistan's embattled Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday summoned a special session of the federal cabinet amidst reports that two ministers belonging to the ruling coalition partner Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan have resigned after their party announced that it will support Opposition's no-confidence motion.

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

'Governor is right in calling for a vote'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'Maharashtra governor did not do anything that was contrary to the Supreme Court's decision.'

BJP-JJP government in Haryana wins trust vote

BJP-JJP government in Haryana wins trust vote

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The Congress's motion of no confidence against the Bharatiya Janata Party- Jannayak Janata Party government in Haryana was defeated on Wednesday with 55 members of the assembly voting against the motion while 32 members from the opposition camp backed it.

Himachal assembly debates no trust vote against BJP govt

Himachal assembly debates no trust vote against BJP govt

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

Starting the debate on the second day of the ongoing monsoon session, Leader of Opposition Mukesh Agnihotri said the law and order situation in the state has deteriorated under the Bharatiya Janata Party government.

Nitish-led new govt in Bihar brings no-trust vote against assembly speaker

Nitish-led new govt in Bihar brings no-trust vote against assembly speaker

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

A notice signed by several legislators of the Grand Alliance was submitted to the assembly secretariat.

Kovind's report moots simultaneous LS, assembly polls as first step

Kovind's report moots simultaneous LS, assembly polls as first step

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

A high-level committee on Thursday recommended simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days.

'Uddhavji is not resigning'

'Uddhavji is not resigning'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'Uddhavji will face the no confidence motion on the floor of the House whenever it happens.'

Got the shock of my life when I watched PCB's video: Wasim Akram

Got the shock of my life when I watched PCB's video: Wasim Akram

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram asked PCB to delete and apologise to fans for making a commemorative video clip without featuring Imran Khan.

No-trust vote against Imran likely to take place at 8.30 pm

No-trust vote against Imran likely to take place at 8.30 pm

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

The Opposition parties need 172 members in the 342-member house to orchestrate the downfall of Prime Minister Khan.

Won't join NDA for 2019 poll: Chandrababu Naidu

Won't join NDA for 2019 poll: Chandrababu Naidu

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

No-trust motion battle was between BJP's majority and our morality, says TDP chief.

Rahul's disqualification as MP revoked, attends House

Rahul's disqualification as MP revoked, attends House

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

Following the restoration of his membership, the Congress said it would like him to be a key speaker in the debate on no-confidence motion likely to be taken up in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Imran says won't resign, to play till last ball as 3 allies may ditch him

Imran says won't resign, to play till last ball as 3 allies may ditch him

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Talking to reporters in Islamabad, he said the Opposition has laid all of their cards, but the no-confidence motion against him would not be successful.

He has damaged Indian football: Bhutia blasts AIFF chief

He has damaged Indian football: Bhutia blasts AIFF chief

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Should not entertain him, must be removed: Bhaichung Bhutia criticises AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey for corruption, mismanagement

Andhra CM rejects suggestions that govt in minority

Andhra CM rejects suggestions that govt in minority

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Saturday rejected suggestions that his government had been reduced to a minority after the opposition's no-confidence motion yesterday saw 142 members voting against it, two short of the simple majority mark.

Imran gets a reprieve as Pak parliament session put off to Monday

Imran gets a reprieve as Pak parliament session put off to Monday

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

The Pakistan National Assembly's crucial session on a no-trust motion against embattled Prime Minister Imran Khan was adjourned on Friday without tabling of the resolution, amid vociferous protests from opposition lawmakers.

BJP undecided on backing no-trust move by Andhra MPs

BJP undecided on backing no-trust move by Andhra MPs

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party is undecided on supporting the no-confidence motion moved by Andhra Pradesh MPs of Congress and TDP against the UPA government, said senior party leader L K Advani.

Alliance with BJP still on, but will fight for AP rights: TDP

Alliance with BJP still on, but will fight for AP rights: TDP

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

State Finance Minister Yanamala Ramakrishnudu also told reporters that TDP has decided to 'expose' the Centre on what it has done or not done to the state -- as promised in the AP Reorganisation Act, 2014 -- by putting out relevant facts and figures before the people.

No-trust vote: Who supports whom

No-trust vote: Who supports whom

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

All eyes will be on the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Biju Janata Dal and the Sena itself to see which way they vote.

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Blow to Imran Khan as Pak govt to ban his party for anti-state activities

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Khan, 71, has been lodged at the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi on account of multiple cases against him.

Congress gives no trust notice against Guj speaker

Congress gives no trust notice against Guj speaker

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Nineteen members of Legislative Assembly of opposition Congress in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly on Thursday gave a notice for a no confidence motion against Speaker Ganpat Vasava following a ruling against Opposition Leader Shaktisinh Gohil.

Monsoon session: No-trust debate to be focus of last week

Monsoon session: No-trust debate to be focus of last week

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

At the outset, all eyes will be on the Lok Sabha Secretariat on Monday when it is expected to review the stay granted by the Supreme Court on the conviction of Rahul Gandhi in the 'Modi surname' case and decide on the revocation of his Parliament membership.

SC's 7-judge bench to re-examine verdict on immunity of MPs/MLAs

SC's 7-judge bench to re-examine verdict on immunity of MPs/MLAs

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to re-examine its 1998 judgment granting MPs and MLAs immunity from prosecution for taking bribe to make a speech or vote in Parliament or state legislatures.

Imran govt challenges SC order calling for no-trust vote

Imran govt challenges SC order calling for no-trust vote

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

The review petition, filed through Dr Babar Awan and Azhar Siddique, named the Pakistan Peoples Party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, Supreme Court Bar Association, Sindh High Court Bar Association and the Sindh Bar Council as respondents.