Chirag & Anurag entrusted with back channel talks with opposition for floor mgmt?

Anurag Thakur and Chirag Paswan have been entrusted by the government with the crucial responsibility of managing backroom floor management during the upcoming Lok Sabha session, a rare instance of such collaboration between these two leaders. Both prominent figures in the BJP and allied circles, their role will involve strategizing and ensuring smooth coordination among party members and allies to maintain order and facilitate the passage of key legislative agendas. This assignment reflects the government’s trust in their organizational capabilities to handle the complex dynamics of parliamentary proceedings. Such backroom management is vital for agenda setting, securing attendance, and managing debates and voting processes strategically. Their involvement marks a significant political development, showing alignment of interests and tactical cooperation aimed at ensuring effective governance and legislative efficiency in a challenging parliamentary environment. This underlines the emphasis on robust internal coordination in government affairs ahead of important sessions.

Rahul Gandhi unlikely to quit

The Delhi Police has registered an FIR against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. As per available indications, Rahul Gandhi may not quit from the post of LoP.

FM to introduce Health Security se National Security Cess Bill today: A reset on cess politics for states expected!

The Finance Minister is expected to introduce the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha today, a move that could quietly reset the politics of “sin taxes” in the post-GST-compensation era. Government sources indicate the new levy will replace the outgoing GST compensation cess on select products such as pan masala and other specified goods, with proceeds earmarked for bolstering national security and public health infrastructure. The President has already recommended its introduction as a money bill, signalling the Centre’s intent to fast-track this fiscal switch even as GST 2.0 rationalisation kicks in. If cleared, the cess will allow North Block to retain a lucrative revenue stream without formally hiking GST rates, while giving the ruling coalition a narrative of funding hospitals and security forces through higher imposts on harmful consumption.