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Biennial elections for 26 rajya sabha seats will be held on June 18, with the BJP-led NDA expected to lose one seat. The Congress-led opposition could see its tally improve to five seats. The elections will cover 12 states, with bypolls also scheduled for Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.

Polling for the rajya sabha elections will take between 9 am and 4 pm, with counting scheduled to begin at 5 pm the same day. The Election Commission said the entire poll process will conclude by June 20. The Commission clarified that voters will be allowed to use only the integrated violet sketch pens supplied by the Returning Officer for marking preferences on ballot papers. Use of any other pen during voting will not be permitted.

Jharkhand's political parties are gearing up for the rajya sabha elections. The Election Commission has announced polls for two seats on June 18. One seat became vacant due to the passing of JMM leader Shibu Soren. The other seat is held by BJP leader Deepak Prakash. The Congress aims to contest one seat.

The Election Commission of India has confirmed that Mizoram will hold elections for its only rajya sabha seat on June 18. The current representative's term expires on July 19. Prospective candidates can submit their nominations starting June 1 until June 8, with scrutiny occurring on June 9 and the option to withdraw by June 11.

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan may have to face privilege proceedings in rajya sabha. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh submitted a notice, accusing Pradhan of lowering Parliament's dignity with remarks about a parliamentary committee post the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Ramesh stated the minister's comments showed contempt for Parliament and its committees.

Following Sunetra Pawar's resignation from the rajya sabha after her Baramati bypoll victory, speculation is rife over her replacement. While senior leader Chhagan Bhujbal stated no decision has been made, names like Jay Pawar and others are being discussed. The party's final decision is expected to be influenced by Sunetra and Parth Pawar.

In a spirited appeal, JD(U) representative Sanjay Kumar Jha called on Union Minister G S Shekhawat to integrate the Mithila Research Institute into the Gyan Bharatam Mission, aimed at safeguarding and digitizing invaluable manuscripts. Furthermore, he championed extensive archaeological efforts at Balirajgarh for the next ten years, underlining the significance of Mithila's vast historical and cultural tapestry.

rajya sabha MP Sasmit Patra has urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to include petrol and diesel under the GST framework at the next GST Council meeting. Citing rising fuel costs and inflationary pressures, Patra highlighted the constitutional provision for GST inclusion and the price disparities caused by varying state VAT rates.

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