The Indian Parliament was temporarily suspended on Thursday after opposition lawmakers disrupted proceedings, demanding a discussion on the allegations against the Adani Group. U.S. authorities have accused the group’s key figures of bribery and misleading investors, intensifying political protests.

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• Both houses of India’s Parliament suspended after opposition disruptions over Adani Group allegations.
• Opposition parties demand a parliamentary debate on bribery charges against Adani Group.
• U.S. authorities accuse Gautam Adani and associates of paying $265 million in bribes for solar power contracts.
• Allegations also include misleading U.S. investors during fundraising efforts.
• Congress leader Rahul Gandhi calls for Gautam Adani’s arrest.
• Congress, the main opposition party, leads protests demanding a response from Prime Minister Modi on the Adani issue.
• Opposition accuses Modi and BJP of favoring Adani and obstructing investigations in India.
• BJP denies the charges and states it has no reason to defend Adani, emphasizing the importance of following the law.
• BJP spokesperson says Adani should defend himself, and the law will take its course.
• This marks the third day of opposition protests, pushing for accountability on the Adani issue.