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Parliament sees growing trend of bills introduced, passed in same session: PRS data

More than half of bills in the 18th Lok Sabha passed quickly. This trend accelerated sharply over the past year, analysis shows. The Monsoon Session saw eleven of twelve bills passed before its end. Many bills were cleared without any MP speaking on them. Lok Sabha functioned for only fifteen…

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"Going around with Constitution's copy in hand but did not allow House to function": FM Nirmala Sitharaman slams opposition

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman faced off against the opposition, decrying their disruptions in Parliament. She emphasized that those who uphold the Constitution should respect the House’s operations. Home Minister Amit Shah promised in-depth answers during forthcoming discussions. Meanwhile, the Tiranga Yatra initiative is drawing impressive crowds. Although 12 Bills…

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Tricolour-waving MPs greet PM Modi at 'Mangal Milan', raise slogans of 'Vande Mataram'

NDA MPs welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with slogans and flags. The coalition's weekly parliamentary party meeting, 'Mangal Milan', was held Tuesday. Ministers and leaders from constituent parties attended the gathering. The Monsoon Session has seen adjournments and limited legislative business. Opposition protests focused on the NEET paper leak and…

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"Let voice of people be heard...": Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla makes emotional appeal to Parliament floor leaders

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged political parties to cooperate for smooth House functioning. He emphasised hearing the voice of the people and discussing key bills. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of stalling parliamentary proceedings. The government is ready for a detailed debate on student movements and activities.…

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Kiren Rijiju says Amit Shah ready to reply to debate on student protests, seeks Opposition assurance

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated the government is ready for a Lok Sabha debate. Home Minister Amit Shah will respond to discussions on student protests and police actions. The opposition must assure peaceful participation and listen to the reply. The Monsoon Session has seen disruptions and limited legislative business.…

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Kiren Rijiju reaches out to Rahul Gandhi to break Parliament deadlock

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Rahul Gandhi seeking cooperation for smooth proceedings. They discussed possible reintroduction of Delimitation and Women's Reservation Bills. Rahul Gandhi conveyed non-negotiables for the House to function effectively. The Lok Sabha has faced disruptions since the Monsoon session began. The government aims to pass bills…

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UP government presents first supplementary Budget worth Rs 59,019.54 crore amid Samajwadi Party protest

Uttar Pradesh tabled its first supplementary Budget for 2026-27, seeking additional expenditure of over Rs 59,000 crore. Proceedings were disrupted by Samajwadi Party members protesting alleged theft at the Ram temple. The largest allocations are proposed for heavy industries, rural development, and the energy sector. Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna…

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"Toh fayda kya hua?" Priyanka Gandhi slams reports of FIR on students in states; says new exam bill 'pointless'

Priyanka Gandhi questioned the new anti-paper leak bill's effectiveness. She cited unverified reports of FIRs against students in Bihar and Bengal. Opposition MPs protested alleged police action on student protestors outside Parliament. The government plans to introduce an amendment bill during the Monsoon Session. A task force will recommend reforms…

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Rajya Sabha washout continues for 5th day; adjourned till Monday amid NEET paper leak row

Rajya Sabha experienced disruptions during the Monsoon Session's first week. Opposition members protested the NEET paper leak issue and demanded the Education Minister's resignation. The House introduced a bill to criminalize insulting the national song Vande Mataram. Proceedings were repeatedly adjourned due to continued uproar and sloganeering. The Upper House…

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Lok Sabha suspends TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee; chair says remarks against women MPs hurt 'dignity of the House'

Lok Sabha suspended TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee for the session. He used unsavoury language against women members during a heated exchange. Presiding officer Krishna Prasad Tenneti announced the decision after complaints. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moved the motion for his suspension. The Lok Sabha was later adjourned amid opposition…

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Samajwadi Party stages protest in Parliament over alleged NEET paper leak, accuse Centre of failing to address students' concerns

Samajwadi Party leaders protested alleged NEET paper leaks during the Monsoon Session. They demanded a discussion and accused the government of ignoring student concerns. Leaders like Dimple Yadav voiced solidarity with protesting students and their demands. The party called for accountability and the resignation of the Union Education Minister.

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Sonam Wangchuk sets three conditions to call off his hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will end his hunger strike if the government accepts accountability for education system failures. He also demands MPs assure Parliament will address education accountability during the Monsoon Session. Wangchuk's wife stated political leaders meeting him could also end his fast. Security was deployed at Jantar Mantar ahead…

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Security tightened at Jantar Mantar ahead of proposed Parliament march by CJP

Delhi Police stepped up security around Jantar Mantar ahead of a proposed march to Parliament on the opening day of the Monsoon Session, even as organisers are yet to obtain official permission for the protest.

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Wangchuk will end fast today if Parliament session focuses on education accountability, says Gitanjali Angmo

Activist Sonam Wangchuk will end his hunger strike on Monday if political leaders meet him and assure him they will raise education accountability during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, his wife Gitanjali Angmo said. She accused the Centre of using health concerns as a "charade" to prevent Wangchuk from joining…

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"Completely bogus, fake news": Jairam Ramesh denies reports of support for Delimitation Bill at all-party meeting

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh denied reports of Delimitation Bill support at an all-party meeting. Opposition parties staged a brief walkout from the meeting protesting an invitation. They objected to the National Citizens Party of India's participation in the discussions. Opposition parties also stressed the need for prior discussions on key…

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Govt defends invitation to rebel TMC MPs for all-party meet

The government defended inviting rebel TMC MPs to an all-party meeting. These MPs petitioned the Lok Sabha Speaker for recognition and separate seats. The minister urged all parties to support bills for Parliament's smooth functioning. The Monsoon session begins Monday and continues until August thirteenth.

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Sanjay Singh moves Rule 267 notice to discuss NEET paper leak, Sonam Wangchuk's "declining health"

Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh has moved a notice for Rajya Sabha adjournment. He seeks discussion on the NEET-UG paper leak and related student issues. The notice also highlights the deteriorating health of activist Sonam Wangchuk. Singh calls for a discussion on these matters of national importance. The Monsoon…

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NCPI to chalk out Monsoon Session strategy today after TMC rebels' merger

The Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI) will hold its parliamentary party meeting on Sunday to finalise its strategy for the Monsoon Session of Parliament, days after 20 rebel Trinamool Congress MPs declared their merger with the party amid a row over their recognition.

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All-party meeting underway ahead of Monsoon Parliament Session; Kiren Rijiju appeals for cooperation from opposition

The Centre convened an all-party meeting seeking cooperation for Parliament's Monsoon Session. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju urged constructive participation from all political parties. He emphasized that a well-functioning Parliament benefits the entire nation. The Monsoon Session is scheduled to commence on Monday and conclude on August 13. The government will…

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Income Tax, MSME reforms among 7 key Bills on government's Monsoon Session agenda

The Centre will introduce five new Bills during the Monsoon Session. Key proposals include income tax reforms and increasing Supreme Court judges. Two pending legislations, including the Foreign Contribution Bill, will also be taken up. The Registration of Births and Deaths Bill is among the new proposals. These measures aim…

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Kiren Rijiju invites 20 rebel TMC Lok Sabha MPs for all-party meet ahead of Monsoon Session

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju invited rebel Trinamool Congress MPs to an all-party meeting. This meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, before the Monsoon Session begins. The session will commence on July 20 and conclude on August 13. Several opposition parties have experienced splits recently, impacting parliamentary dynamics. Key issues…

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Opposition leaders to meet on July 20 to finalise strategy for Monsoon Session

Leaders of Opposition parties in the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha will meet on July 20 (Monday), the opening day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, to chalk out a joint strategy for the session.

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Modi Cabinet Reshuffle: 7 Young Faces Who May Enter

A major political shake-up may be just around the corner. With the Monsoon Session of Parliament approaching, speculation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's next Cabinet reshuffle has reached a fever pitch. Every meeting, every political appointment, and every organisational change is now being viewed as a possible clue. While nothing…

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Modi govt cabinet reshuffle buzz gains momentum; revamp likely before Parliament Monsoon session

Cabinet reshuffle: A reshuffle of the Modi government's Council of Ministers is expected soon, possibly before the Monsoon session of Parliament. The exercise is likely to coincide with the announcement of the BJP's new national team. Sources suggest that younger leaders may be given prominent roles, while some ministers could…

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Sansad Watch: From ‘vote chori’ to ‘Vande Mataram’, Parliament’s stormy Monsoon Session ends

The final week of the Monsoon Session was as chaotic as its beginning. Opposition MPs continued protests over alleged ‘vote chori’ and Bihar’s special intensive revision until the last day. The session, which ran from July 21 to August 21, lasted 32 days with 18 sittings. Against the scheduled 120…

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