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NDA bags 19 out of 26: How close is the ruling coalition to Rajya Sabha two-third majority

Times of India · Jun 19, 2026, 8:46 AM · Also reported by 3 other sources

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The BJP-led NDA has strengthened its Rajya Sabha presence, winning 19 of 26 recent seats to reach 150 members. This brings the alliance closer to a two-thirds majority, with potential further gains from upcoming bypolls and shifts in opposition alliances. However, regional parties and upcoming Uttar

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