Rajya Sabha Elections 2026: Baidyanath Ram and Parimal Nathwani Elected from Jharkhand
JMM's Baidyanath Ram and NDA-backed Parimal Nathwani won the Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections, while Congress candidate Pranav Jha suffered a surprise defeat despite the INDIA bloc's numerical strength. ZPM also retained Mizoram's lone Rajya Sabha seat.
Vijay Rewards Congress with Rajya Sabha Berth After Key Role in Government Formation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has allotted the state's vacant Rajya Sabha seat to Congress, reinforcing alliance ties that helped TVK form the government after the Assembly elections.
7 AAP MPs Merge with BJP in Rajya Sabha, Party Strength Rises to 113
7 (Seven) AAP MPs, led by Raghav Chadha, merge with BJP in Rajya Sabha after Chairman’s approval, boosting BJP’s strength to 113 and triggering a major political crisis for AAP.
PCI Reappoints Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai as Chairperson; 13 Journalist Posts Remain Vacant
The Press Council of India (PCI) appoints Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai as chairperson, but 13 key journalist positions remain vacant, delaying full council formation.
President Murmu Renominates Harivansh to Rajya Sabha After Gogoi’s Exit
President Droupadi Murmu nominates Harivansh Narayan Singh to the Rajya Sabha after Ranjan Gogoi’s retirement, ensuring continuity in the Upper House.
Nitish Kumar Takes Oath in Rajya Sabha, Successor Hunt Begins in Bihar
Nitish Kumar takes oath as Rajya Sabha MP, marking a shift to national politics and triggering a likely leadership change in Bihar.
Nitish Kumar Quits as Bihar CM, Sparks Major Political Shift After Rajya Sabha Move
Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar Chief Minister after being elected to the Rajya Sabha, triggering a major political shift and raising questions over the state’s next leadership.
US–Iran War May Be Long-Lasting: PM Modi Warns, Urges India to Stay Prepared
PM Modi warns in Rajya Sabha that the US–Iran conflict may be prolonged, impacting India’s economy, energy security, and internal stability; urges nationwide preparedness.
Rajya Sabha Elections 2026: NDA Wins 8 of 11 Seats in Bihar and Odisha; Counting for Two Haryana Seats Put on Hold
The NDA secured 8 of 11 Rajya Sabha seats in Bihar and Odisha during the 2026 biennial elections, strengthening its position in the Upper House, while counting for two Haryana seats was halted amid objections over ballot validity and secrecy.
TMC Walks Out of Rajya Sabha Over ECI’s Bengal Transfers
TMC MPs walked out of the Rajya Sabha protesting the Election Commission’s late-night reshuffle of top bureaucrats and police officials in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.