INDIA Bloc Faces Internal Tensions, DMK Absent

15 UPDATES · 16 DAYS · 7 JUN 2026 — 22 JUN 2026

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Latest · 22 Jun 2026

Harshavardhan Sapkal, MPCC president, condemned the BJP-Mahayuti's tactics in winning the 17 Legislative Council seats, accusing them of using power and wealth to disrupt democracy.

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This event covers the strategy meeting announced by the Congress party for 23 parties to prepare for the upcoming monsoon session of parliament, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments; it excludes other actions by the same people, parties, or regions unless they are direct developments of this specific meeting.

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7Jun

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

INDIA Bloc To Meet Tomorrow

Indian Express

The INDIA bloc, facing internal tensions and the DMK's absence due to disagreements over the Tamil Nadu government's formation, prepares for a challenging meeting.

8Jun

NDTV

Twenty-three opposition parties will meet in Delhi to discuss strategies for upcoming elections, aiming to unite against the BJP and address internal differences.

The Hindu

Twenty-three Opposition parties met in Delhi to address economic distress, educational chaos, and electoral fraud, agreeing to coordinate their actions.

The Hindu

Twenty-three opposition parties met in New Delhi to address economic and educational concerns, resolve to challenge the BJP, and establish coordination mechanisms.

The Hindu

The Bharatiya Janata Party accuses the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance of disintegrating due to internal conflicts and electoral losses.

The Hindu

The INDIA bloc met to discuss concerns about the SIR process, vote-related allegations, and the need for organizational structure.

10Jun

Indian Express

Sanjay Raut, spokesperson for the Shiv Sena (UBT), refuted rumors of seven of its Lok Sabha MPs defecting to the Shinde camp.

The Hindu

P.M. Suresh Babu, the new NCP(SP) State president, maintains that the Kerala unit remains loyal to the central leadership despite a split within the organization.

The Hindu

The INDIA alliance, recognizing the Congress party's nationwide reach, views it as crucial for its success.

16Jun

Indian Express

Sharad Pawar's proposal for regional party mergers with or closer associations with the Congress has gained traction due to recent political shifts.

17Jun

The Hindu

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh condemned Amit Shah's alleged attempts to weaken opposition parties by offering bribes to MPs.

19Jun

The Hindu

Congress leader Kishore Kumar Jha urged the party leadership to address concerns about its alliance with regional parties.

22Jun

Indian Express

Harshavardhan Sapkal, MPCC president, accused the BJP-Mahayuti of using unethical tactics to win the Legislative Council elections, alleging unfair practices and misuse of power.

LATEST UPDATE — Indian Express

Harshavardhan Sapkal, MPCC president, condemned the BJP-Mahayuti's tactics in winning the 17 Legislative Council seats, accusing them of using power and wealth to disrupt democracy.

Story concluded