Sri Lankan Opposition MPs Urge IMF to Reduce Taxes and Tariffs
Opposition Members of Parliament in Sri Lanka have called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce taxes and tariffs, advocating for economic relief measures.
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Opposition Members of Parliament in Sri Lanka have called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce taxes and tariffs, advocating for economic relief measures.

President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, announcing the shakeup in a social media post amid criticism over her handling of specific cases and failure to prosecute his foes.

Opposition members in the Rajya Sabha have criticized the CAPF Bill, arguing that it weakens the legislature, disregards the judiciary, and goes against the federal structure of India.
Serbian opposition members met with rapporteurs from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, asserting that democratic space in Serbia is systematically narrowing and democratic mechanisms are not respected.

Holding placards and shouting anti-government slogans, the Opposition members trooped into the well of the House and demanded the resignation of the Minister, holding the State government responsible…

Three opposition members of parliament, Danijela Nestorović, Jelena Milošević, and Dragana Rakić, are currently being questioned at the Novi Sad prosecutor's office on suspicion of certain actions, which they describe as a 'purely political process'.

Four opposition Members of Parliament have crossed the floor to join the government in a matter of months, an event described as rare but not unprecedented in Canadian politics.
Opposition Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Bengaluru have raised concerns regarding a drone survey of properties, with a BJP member claiming it has caused panic among residents.

Iranian opposition members in France report receiving anonymous threats and insults, leading to increased police protection.

Montenegrin opposition members attempted to obstruct a parliamentary debate on amendments to the ANB (National Security Agency) law, loudly talking and banging to disrupt Minister of Interior Danilo Šaranović's presentation.

The Opposition members stage a protest in the Assembly over a baton charge against watchmen who staged a protest demanding a pay hike. As they shout, ‘the gun and bullets government will not be allowed to run’, taunting them, the Chief Minister says the NDA has 2002 members in the Assembly

The Turkish Cypriot legislature on Monday night voted to ratify a controversial deal which will see Turkish telecommunications company Turk Telekom bring fibreoptic internet to the north. The agreement, signed by the north’s ruling coalition and Turk Telekom last year, passed by 27 votes to 20. All 20 opposition members voted against the deal, while […]
Following the recent House of Representatives election, Japan's ruling coalition has secured 25 out of 27 key committee posts, including the budget and constitutional review committee chairs previously held by opposition members.

Opposition members staged a heated protest in Pakistan's National Assembly, raising slogans and tearing up agenda copies in response to a recent fuel price hike.

Opposition members in Serbia have commented on the government's call for dialogue, with one MP stating that President Aleksandar Vučić seeks to share responsibility and that meaningful talks are impossible with the current regime, which they identify as the source of all problems.

The Serbian Parliament's Education Committee, convened for an urgent session regarding the unexplained death of a Philosophy Faculty student in Belgrade, adopted its conclusions without the presence of opposition members.
Opposition members of Iceland's parliament protested a proposal by the Speaker to extend a parliamentary session, citing festivities related to the Farmers' Parliament as the reason for the extension.
Members of the Belarusian opposition have called for dialogue with Minsk, prompting questions about Lithuania's potential response and diplomatic moves.

A consensus has been reached to revoke the suspension of eight Opposition Members of Parliament, with parties agreeing on terms that include refraining from entering the Well of the House or protesting at the Secretary General's desk.
The House leader has stated that the Liberal Party is actively trying to persuade opposition Members of Parliament to cross the floor and join their ranks.

Opposition Members of Parliament have accused the Narendra Modi government of failing to address rural distress, while BJP members countered that the government is committed to building strong villages.

A procedural dispute arose during a Montenegrin Parliament session in Cetinje, with opposition members claiming the rules of procedure were violated regarding the proposal of the agenda.
The Belgrade City Assembly session was characterized by the absence of Mayor Aleksandar Šapić, the walkout of two opposition groups, and opposition members raising concerns about traffic safety and city projects, while the ruling party focused on criticizing the opposition.

Eshsou Kakaliya, a prominent Abkhazian opposition figure, was hospitalized after a shooting incident that other opposition members claimed was politically motivated.

The Friendship Groups include various Opposition members, including those suspended from the Lok Sabha in the recent Budget session
Pro-European opposition members in Serbia express disbelief in Ana Brnabić's claims of being a staunch Europeanist within the Serbian Progressive Party, suggesting she should face EU restrictive measures.

The Kotor Municipality Assembly adopted the budget for 2026 with 17 votes from the ruling majority, while opposition members voted against or abstained.
Opposition Members of Parliament in India are urging the Centre to clear the Oscar-nominated film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' on the Gaza conflict, raising concerns over hurdles posed by the Central Board of Film Certification.

Opposition members in Tripura staged a walkout, alleging that the state government is facilitating "fake private universities" after bills for establishing three new universities were adopted in the State Assembly on March 20.

Lok Sabha MPs pledged to uphold decorum as Speaker revoked the suspension of eight opposition members, emphasizing cooperation and dignity in the House.
The Serbian Electoral Commission for the Voter Register is still occupied with adopting basic acts and establishing communication with state bodies, with opposition members expressing expectations for progress by March 29.

During Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, opposition members flagged various issues including primary education vacancies in Uttar Pradesh, lack of diversity in the higher judiciary, and concerns over 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector.

An express tribune article highlights demands for the release of women from opposition parties and calls for equal opportunities in education and employment for women.

The Montenegrin Parliament is set to vote on amendments to laws concerning internal affairs and the ANB (National Security Agency), with opposition members criticizing the process as an attempt to establish a 'Police State'.

DALIJA Orešković, a Croatian opposition politician, sharply criticized the practice of opposition members joining the government, metaphorically referring to it as 'coffee with the prime minister' and stating that those who switch sides are 'corrupt'.

Five opposition members of the Council of Mandates have issued recommendations calling for the Parliament to authorize the arrest of Balluku, while Socialist MP Ulsi Manja stated that SPAK's measures are sufficient for the investigation.

At least 1,557 people - including opposition members, activists, human rights defenders and journalists who were held in Venezuela for political reasons, are expected to be released from prison after submitting their applications under an amnesty bill that was signed into law this week, authorities said Saturday.