Protests over the Adani bribery case intensified in the Parliament complex as Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi accused PM Narendra Modi of shielding Gautam Adani. Opposition MPs wore jackets reading "Modi-Adani Ek Hai" and demanded a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) probe. However, Trinamool Congress and Samajwadi Party MPs skipped the protest, citing focus on issues like price rise and unemployment. Trinamool MP Kirti Azad emphasized unity on Parliament strategy despite differing priorities. US prosecutors have accused Adani of bribing Indian officials for solar power contracts. The Adani Group has rejected the allegations as "baseless."

Devendra Fadnavis will take oath as Maharashtra Chief Minister today at 5 pm in Mumbai’s Azad Maidan, marking his third term. The ceremony, attended by PM Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and other dignitaries, follows the Mahayuti alliance’s massive victory in the November Assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. Fadnavis, 54, served as CM from 2014-2019 and briefly in 2019. Two Deputy Chief Ministers, including Ajit Pawar from NCP, will also take oath. Security is tight, with over 4,000 personnel deployed. Grand arrangements have been made for 42,000 attendees, including VVIPs and BJP supporters.

During a press conference in Maharashtra, a lighthearted exchange between Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar sparked laughter. The leaders had gathered with BJP’s Devendra Fadnavis after staking their claim to form the state government. When asked if Shinde and Pawar would take oaths as deputy chief ministers, Shinde said, “Let’s wait till evening.” Pawar humorously added, “He’ll find out by evening; I’m taking the oath.” Shinde quipped back, “Dada has experience taking oaths both in the morning and evening.” The witty remarks lightened the mood as the leaders prepared for the oath ceremony.

Devendra Fadnavis has been chosen as Maharashtra’s chief minister by the BJP. Flanked by Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, he met Governor CP Radhakrishnan to stake claim to form the government. The oath-taking ceremony will be held tomorrow at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, at 5:30 PM. Union Minister Vijay Rupani announced that two deputy chief ministers would also take the oath. Ajit Pawar is likely to be one of them. The BJP-led alliance, Mahayuti, secured a big win with 235 seats. Fadnavis called the victory “historic” and thanked voters for their support. Cabinet discussions will follow soon.

Devendra Fadnavis has been finalized as Maharashtra’s next chief minister, following a meeting of the BJP core committee. Sources confirmed the decision, stating that Fadnavis will be sworn in on December 5. The BJP secured 132 seats in the state elections, joining forces with Shiv Sena and NCP to form the Mahayuti alliance with a majority of 230 seats. Fadnavis met with caretaker CM Eknath Shinde, who has agreed not to block the formation of the new government. The BJP legislature party meeting, overseen by central observers Nirmala Sitharaman and Vijay Rupani, finalized Fadnavis's appointment.

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, speaking in Parliament, condemned the recent violence in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, calling it a "well-planned conspiracy." He criticized the BJP for promoting a narrative of mosque excavations, claiming it would destroy the country’s communal harmony. Yadav accused local officials of acting in a biased manner, aligning with the BJP. He referred to the police firing that led to the deaths of four people during a survey at a Mughal-era mosque, claiming it was a diversion from other critical issues. Yadav urged the government to respect saints and prevent such incidents.

The suspense over Maharashtra's next chief minister will end on December 4. BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis is expected to return to the top post. The BJP’s legislature party will meet tomorrow to finalise the leader. Central observers, Nirmala Sitharaman and Vijay Rupani, will oversee the meeting. Caretaker CM Eknath Shinde has stepped aside for BJP to lead the government. The Mahayuti alliance, which won 230 out of 288 seats, will likely have two deputy CMs, one each from Shiv Sena and NCP. The new government’s swearing-in is scheduled for December 5. Official confirmation is awaited.

India's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha MPs have reached an agreement to hold a debate on the Constitution next week, following a week of disruptions in Parliament. The debate is scheduled for December 13-14 in the Lok Sabha and December 16-17 in the Rajya Sabha, confirmed Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. The decision came after an all-party meeting with Speaker Om Birla. Opposition parties had called for the debate to mark the 75th anniversary of the Constitution's adoption. The session, which began on November 25, is set to continue until December 20.

A senior BJP leader has confirmed that Devendra Fadnavis will return as Maharashtra's Chief Minister, with a meeting to elect the BJP legislature party leader scheduled for December 2 or 3. Caretaker CM Eknath Shinde has pledged full support for the decision by PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Speculation suggests that Shinde's son, Shrikant, may become deputy CM. The oath-taking ceremony is planned for December 5. The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secured a decisive win in the state elections, with 230 out of 288 seats.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stressed the need for a balanced population growth rate, warning that societies perish if the rate falls below 2.1. Speaking at an event in Nagpur, he highlighted the importance of families as the foundation of society. Bhagwat called for a population growth rate above 2.1 to ensure survival, as per population science. He also reiterated the need for a fair population policy for all communities, cautioning against imbalances that could impact geographical boundaries. Additionally, Bhagwat advocated equal rights for women in decision-making and emphasized their unique strengths in contributing to society.