India
‘Blatant abuse of power’: Congress moves privilege notice against PM Modi over address to nation
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The Congress has moved a privilege notice against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly casting aspersions on the independence and integrity of elected MPs during his address to the nation. The Prime Minister criticized opposition parties for blocking a bill and made direct reflections on their voting pattern, attributing motives to them. This is seen as a breach of privilege and contempt of the House, according to Congress leaders.