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Women’s quota: English editorials hail ‘historic beginning’, but point to ‘smoke and mirrors’

There have been mixed reactions to the women’s reservation bill, which has been cleared in the Lok Sabha almost three decades after it was first tabled in Parliament. While some have hailed it as a victory for the campaign for more women representation, others have termed it tokenism.

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Sonia Gandhi to lead Congress in Lok Sabha debate on women’s reservation Bill

Sonia Gandhi to lead Congress in Lok Sabha debate on women's reservation Bill. Bill passed in Rajya Sabha in 2010 but lapsed due to lack of consensus among parties. Kharge flags issue in Rajya Sabha, some regional parties oppose Bill due to lack of quota for OBC women.

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Parliament proceedings | Women’s Reservation Bill was initiated by UPA, Chowdhury claims in Lok Sabha

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that the United Progressive Alliance’s Bill for Women’s Reservation in the Lok Sabha and Assemblies cleared in the Rajya Sabha in 2010 was still alive

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As Parliament moves to new premises, PM calls for a fresh chapter free of bitter partisanship

PM Modi called on MPs to forget all past bitterness and start a new chapter. He asserted that whatever they are going to do in the new complex should be an inspiration for every citizen of the country.

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MPs turn up in myriad colours for farewell pic at old Parliament building

Women members turned up in colourful sarees, while most of their male counterparts preferred white kurta-pyjamas with vibrant waist-coats for the photo-session.

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Maneka Gandhi, Manmohan Singh, Shibu Soren to speak at Central Hall function before Parliament shifts to new digs

MPs to attend ceremony in Central Hall of Parliament. PM Modi, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary, Piyush Goyal, Malikarjuna Kharge, Maneka Gandhi, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Shibu Soren to speak. Ms. Gandhi first elected in 1989, Dr. Singh in 1991, Mr. Soren in 1980. Ceremony to mark shift to new Parliament building on…

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10 women MPs share memories of old Parliament building in handwritten notes

Women MPs recall memories, experiences of old Parliament building; offer heartfelt tributes to its significance in India's democratic journey. MPs share nostalgic memories, messages of old Parliament building as they prepare to bid farewell to the epicentre of India's democratic journey, expressing gratitude, admiration & pride.

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Congress demands passage of Women’s Reservation Bill in special session of Parliament

A day ahead of the week-long special session of Parliament, the Congress party has yet again raised their demand for a greater reservation for women in legislative roles. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Parliament special session | BJP, Congress issue whip for all MPs to be present

BJP, Congress issue whip to MPs for 5-day Parliament session from Sept 18. Session to discuss Parliament's 75-year journey, consider bills on CEC, Advocates, Press & Registration, Post Office. Floor leaders to meet Sept 17. Session to move proceedings from old to new building.

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Special Session to debate Parliament’s 75-year journey, take up Bills

The bulletins issued by both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha noted that on September 18, the first day of the special session, there will be a discussion on the subject, “Parliamentary Journey of 75 years starting from Samvidhan Sabha – Achievements, Experiences, Memories and Learnings”.

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Systematic attempt to sabotage Indian democracy: Congress

Congress questions the exclusion of party president Mallikarjun Kharge in the Rajya Sabha

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The Election Commission — autonomy in the crosshairs

As the autonomy of the Election Commission of India does not gel with the government’s goals, it would like to have a firmer grip on the ECI through statutory means

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Observing the celebrities in Parliament

A galaxy of film stars and cricketers have entered Parliament with very little to show for

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Nine members of Rajya Sabha take oath

Nine MPs took the oath as members of the Rajya Sabha today, in a ceremony presided by Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar

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Election Commissioners’ Appointment Bill: IAS hold on top posts – a practice that now seems codified

The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners Bill, 2023 – introduced in the Rajya Sabha a day before the Monsoon session ended – expectedly seeks to restore the executive prerogative in selecting the top rung of the Election Commission of India.

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Monsoon session ends: Amid theatrics, govt’s key legislative strides, legal overhauls

Amid spotlight on diatribe and the theatrics of the no-confidence debate, the Parliament’s Monsoon session concluded on Friday. But the short session, marked by the opposition-led ruckus, also saw some key strides being made in core legislation. This is significant, especially during a session which recorded 45 percent productivity in…

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Discrimination in IIT campuses | Sunshine in my eyes can make me cry

The IIT world of academic rigour, parental pressure, and downright discrimination casts a shadow on the lives of young adults who believe they have arrived when they enter India’s elite institutions. There, they sometimes falter, and in the belief that they have failed at life itself, take drastic measures

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Monsoon Session comes to an end amid Opposition protest

Monsoon Session ends with Modi government defeating no-confidence motion; Lok Sabha achieved 45% productivity; 20 Government Bills passed; Rajya Sabha lost 50 hours due to disruptions

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AAP MP Raghav Chadha suspended from Rajya Sabha over ‘breach of privilege’

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha was suspended on Friday from the Rajya Sabha for “breach of privilege” after complaints of ‘fraud’. Read further on Dynamite News.

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Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die

The Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday, wrapping up the monsoon session which witnessed several disruptions over the Manipur violence issue. Read further on Dynamite News.

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Bill for selection of Election Commissioners: Congress calls it 'blatant attempt' at making EC 'puppet in hands of PM'

Congress alleges new bill to regulate appointment of CEC & ECs is a "blatant attempt" to make poll watchdog a "puppet" of PM. Asks if BJD & YSRCP will join forces to oppose. Congress MP Tagore charges PM & HM want to control ECI. SC ruling requires impartial panel. Bill…

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Government lists Bill in Rajya Sabha to regulate appointment of Chief Election Commissioner, Election Commissioners

The government has listed a Bill for introduction in the Rajya Sabha to regulate the appointment, conditions of service and term of office of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners.

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Opposition, government continue to battle over rules in Rajya Sabha

The Rajya Sabha functioned for 36 minutes on Thursday morning, spending a significant time debating the rule under which a discussion on Manipur should be held but adjourned without any consensus.

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Mansukh Mandaviya to move Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in Rajya Sabha

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya would move the Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023 in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday for consideration and passage to amend the Pharmacy Act, 1948. Read further on Dynamite news .

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AAP's Raghav Chadha gives suspension of business notice in Rajya Sabha seeking discussion on Manipur

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday gave a suspension of business notice in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the situation in Manipur. Read further on Dynamite News:

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