Lok Sabha session Highlights: Parliament adjourned till 11am tomorrow
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Lok Sabha session Highlights: Parliament adjourned till 11am tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

The proceedings of the First Session of the 18th Lok Sabha are underway, at the new Parliament building, in New Delhi. Lok Sabha session Highlights: The leaders of the Opposition bloc INDIA staged a protest outside the Parliament on Monday amid the oath-taking of newly elected MPs for the 18th Lok Sabha. Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath to BJP MP Bhartruhari Mahtab as the pro-tem Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. Congress and INDIA bloc MPs – who are panel members – refrained from assisting in the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected MPs during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, which began today, expressing dissatisfaction over the appointment of BJP MP Bhartruhari Mehtab as pro-tem Speaker instead of the eight-time Congress MP K Suresh. Key 18th Lok Sabha highlights here - President Droupadi Murmu administered oath to BJP lawmaker Bhartruhari Mahtab as the pro-tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

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​Frosty and bitter: On Parliament, the government and the Opposition
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3 days, 4 hours ago

​Frosty and bitter: On Parliament, the government and the Opposition

The Hindu  

The first winter session of 18th Lok Sabha ended on December 20 as one of the least productive and most acrimonious in history. Both the Houses witnessed protests from the treasury and Opposition sides over issues such as the alleged interference of U.S. billionaire George Soros in Indian politics, and the U.S. government’s actions against the Adani Group. The Rajya …

Parliament Winter Session 2024 Day 19 updates: Both Houses adjourned for the day after uproar over Shah’s Ambedkar remark
5 days, 18 hours ago

Parliament Winter Session 2024 Day 19 updates: Both Houses adjourned for the day after uproar over Shah’s Ambedkar remark

The Hindu  

Both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha were adjourned for the day on Wednesday as Opposition MPs continued to raise slogans against Home Minister Amit Shah’s alleged derogatory remarks against B.R. Earlier today, the Lower House Sabha got adjourned until 2 p.m. minutes after beginning proceeding as the Opposition strongly protested against Shah’s reference to Dr. Ambedkar in his speech in …

Parliament session LIVE: One nation, one election bill in Lok Sabha today; Congress issues whip to MPs
6 days, 19 hours ago

Parliament session LIVE: One nation, one election bill in Lok Sabha today; Congress issues whip to MPs

Hindustan Times  

Parliament session LIVE: Opposition MPs raise slogans in Lok Sabha during the Winter Session of the Parliament, in New Delhi on December 16. Parliament session LIVE: The Winter Session of Parliament, which began on November 25 has entered its final week. On Tuesday, the Narendra Modi-led Central government has listed a constitutional amendment bill allowing simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly …

Parliament Winter Session: 'One Nation, One Poll' bill likely to be introduced in LS tomorrow
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1 week ago

Parliament Winter Session: 'One Nation, One Poll' bill likely to be introduced in LS tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Union Minister JP Nadda speaks in the Rajya Sabha during the Winter session of Parliament. Parliament Winter Session: The final week of the Winter Session of Parliament commenced on Monday and the Rajya Sabha began a two-day debate on the Constitution, which completed 75 years on November 26. Meanwhile, the government is likely to introduce the bill to pave the …

Parliament Winter Session: 'One Nation, One Poll' bill likely to be introduced in LS tomorrow
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1 week ago

Parliament Winter Session: 'One Nation, One Poll' bill likely to be introduced in LS tomorrow

Hindustan Times  

Union Minister JP Nadda speaks in the Rajya Sabha during the Winter session of Parliament. Parliament Winter Session: The final week of the Winter Session of Parliament commenced on Monday and the Rajya Sabha began a two-day debate on the Constitution, which completed 75 years on November 26. Meanwhile, the government is likely to introduce the bill to pave the …

Parliament Winter Session Live: Constitution debate to continue in Lok Sabha
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1 week, 2 days ago

Parliament Winter Session Live: Constitution debate to continue in Lok Sabha

Hindustan Times  

Parliament Winter Session Live: Lok Sabha proceedings underway during the Winter Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Friday. Parliament Winter Session Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to speak in the Lok Sabha on Saturday, as the House will sit on a non-working day to hold a special debate on the Constitution, which completed 75 years on November …

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to make her first speech in Lok Sabha during debate on Constitution today
1 week, 3 days ago

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to make her first speech in Lok Sabha during debate on Constitution today

Live Mint  

Congress Member of Parliament Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is scheduled to make her first speech in Lok Sabha today, December 13. Vadra is expected to speak during the debate on Constitution that is scheduled to take place in Lok Sabha, marking the beginning of the 75th year of its adoption in the country. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took oath as MP in …

Parliament Winter Session highlights: Lok Sabha adjourned till December 14
1 week, 3 days ago

Parliament Winter Session highlights: Lok Sabha adjourned till December 14

Hindustan Times  

Lok Sabha proceedings underway during the Winter Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Friday. Parliament Winter Session highlights: The Lok Sabha meets today for a two-day discussion to mark 75 years since the adoption of the Indian Constitution, with a similar debate scheduled in the Rajya Sabha on Monday and Tuesday. This deadlock has been mainly fuelled by allegations …

Amid BJP-Congress standoff, stage set for Constitution debate in Lok Sabha today
1 week, 3 days ago

Amid BJP-Congress standoff, stage set for Constitution debate in Lok Sabha today

India Today  

The Lok Sabha is set to convene today for a two-day debate marking 75 years since the adoption of the Indian Constitution. The political standoff, primarily fuelled by allegations linking Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Adani controversy and counter-allegations involving Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's association with billionaire George Soros, has led to multiple adjournments in both Houses since November …

Lok Sabha to begin two-day debate on Constitution tomorrow; BJP, Congress issue whip to MPs
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Lok Sabha to begin two-day debate on Constitution tomorrow; BJP, Congress issue whip to MPs

India TV News  

The Lok Sabha will commence a two-day debate on the Constitution on Friday to commemorate the 75th year of its adoption. Opposition's participation Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is likely to begin the debate on behalf of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha on Friday, sources said. BJP, Congress issue whip to their Lok Sabha MPs Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party …

BJP, Congress Issue Whip To Party MPs To Be Present In Lok Sabha On December 13-14
1 week, 4 days ago

BJP, Congress Issue Whip To Party MPs To Be Present In Lok Sabha On December 13-14

ABP News  

The Bhartiya Janata Party and Congress on Thursday issued a three-line whip to all the party MPs in Lok Sabha to be present in the house on December 13-14 during the scheduled debate on the Constitution in India. The BJP issued a three line whip to party MPs to be present in the house from Friday as "some important legislative …

Parliament Winter Session 2024 highlights Day 14: MoS Nityanand Rai responds to discussion on Disaster Management (amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha
1 week, 4 days ago

Parliament Winter Session 2024 highlights Day 14: MoS Nityanand Rai responds to discussion on Disaster Management (amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha

The Hindu  

This live is closed The Opposition’s no-confidence notice against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar led to disruptions at the Upper House today too, a day after the Rajya Sabha saw no business and was washed out after clashes between the government and the Opposition over the notice and also the BJP’s allegations of Congress’ link with biliionaire George Soros. Among …

Parliament Winter Session To Witness Debates In Lok Sabha Rajya Sabha From Dec 14-16 PM Modi To Address LS On Dec 14
2 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session To Witness Debates In Lok Sabha Rajya Sabha From Dec 14-16 PM Modi To Address LS On Dec 14

ABP News  

The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to hold debates of the Constituent Assembly in the coming days. In the Rajya Sabha, the debate will take place on 15th and 16th December, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President J.P. Nadda, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expected to participate. Lok Sabha Witnesses Uproar Over Adani, George Soro Issues …

Parliament Winter Session Day 9 highlights: Lok Sabha adjourns for the day amid Opposition protests, Rail Minister unable to respond to Amendment Bill
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Parliament Winter Session Day 9 highlights: Lok Sabha adjourns for the day amid Opposition protests, Rail Minister unable to respond to Amendment Bill

The Hindu  

Rajya Sabha on Thursday, December 5, 2024, passed the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak 2024. Earlier, protests from members of the Opposition caused the Lok Sabha to adjourn proceedings for the day. Whilst Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw was preparing to deliver his remarks on the discussion concerning the Railways Bill, 2024, the officiating speaker Jagadambika Pal following an unsuccessful appeal …

Opposition walks out of Lok Sabha, day after breaking ‘deadlock’ with govt
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Opposition walks out of Lok Sabha, day after breaking ‘deadlock’ with govt

Hindustan Times  

Opposition MPs walked out of the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, on what was to be the first proper working day of the Parliament's Winter Session, which began on November 25. New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and other opposition MPs stage a protest during the Winter session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. …

Parliament Winter Session: Govt, Oppn end deadlock; Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha likely to function smoothly from tomorrow
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3 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session: Govt, Oppn end deadlock; Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha likely to function smoothly from tomorrow

Live Mint  

Parliament Winter Session: Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are expected to function smoothly in the ongoing winter session of Parliament from December 2 onwards, as the Opposition and government have reached an understanding. Both the houses were adjourned on Monday for the fifth straight day amid protests by opposition members over Adani bribery charges and other issues. Proceedings in …

Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE updates: INDIA floor leaders to meet Speaker to intervene in smooth functioning of House
3 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE updates: INDIA floor leaders to meet Speaker to intervene in smooth functioning of House

The Hindu  

Parliament Winter Session is set to resume proceedings today after the first week of proceedings were washed out due to Opposition protests on the Adani issue and Manipur situation. Floor leaders of the INDIA parties, after a meeting at the Congress Parliamentary Party office chaired by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, have decided to meet the Speaker …

Constitution debate to be held in Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha in big Winter Session breakthrough
3 weeks ago

Constitution debate to be held in Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha in big Winter Session breakthrough

India TV News  

The Constitution debate will be held in the Parliament, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju told reporters outside parliament on Monday. The Samajwadi Party may also be allowed to raise the Sambhal issue and the Trinamool Congress happenings in Bangladesh in the Lok Sabha, the sources said. This coupled with vociferous opposition protests over matters such as the Sambhal violence and Manipur …

Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha to resume afternoon after disruptions by opposition protesting Adani, Sambhal issues
3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha to resume afternoon after disruptions by opposition protesting Adani, Sambhal issues

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon on Monday amid protests by opposition members over the Adani indictment row, recent violence in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal and other issues. As soon as the lower House met after the weekend break, many opposition members, including those from the Congress, were on their feet, raising the indictment …

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha meets for less than an hour in first week amid ruckus over Adani row, other issues
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha meets for less than an hour in first week amid ruckus over Adani row, other issues

Live Mint  

Parliament Winter Session: The Lok Sabha functioned for less than an hour and the Rajya Sabha for about 75 minutes in the first week of the Parliament Winter Session, marred by protests by the Opposition over a host of issues including the Adani bribery case, Manipur, and violence in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. In the Lok Sabha, Speaker Om Birla said …

Parliament Winter Session Day 4 Updates: JPC term on Waqf Bill extended till end of budget session 2025 by LS; both Houses adjourned for the day
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Parliament Winter Session Day 4 Updates: JPC term on Waqf Bill extended till end of budget session 2025 by LS; both Houses adjourned for the day

The Hindu  

Recently-elected Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took oath as an MP in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. The Lok Sabha on Thursday adopted a resolution to extend the tenure of the Joint Committee on the Waqf Bill till the last day of the Budget session of Parliament next year. Committee Chairman and BJP leader Jagdambika Pal moved the resolution in …

Parliament Winter Session Day 3 Highlights
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Parliament Winter Session Day 3 Highlights

The Hindu  

Both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day on Wednesday. After the Opposition protested the Chair’s move to decline the suspension of the day’s business, the Upper House was adjourned till 11:30 a.m., and later for the day. The Lok Sabha, on the other hand, saw protests from the Opposition members on the issue of …

Parliament Winter Session Starts, Both Houses Begin Proceedings | ABP News
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4 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session Starts, Both Houses Begin Proceedings | ABP News

ABP News  

From today, members of the Lok Sabha can use digital pens and tablets to mark their attendance during the Winter Session of Parliament. This initiative, led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, is part of efforts to make the Parliament paperless. Electronic tablets have been provided at four counters in the Lok Sabha Chamber Lobby, where MPs can digitally register …

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till Wednesday as INDIA bloc protests over Adani bribery case, Manipur
4 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha adjourned till Wednesday as INDIA bloc protests over Adani bribery case, Manipur

Live Mint  

Parliament Winter Session: The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day amid protest by opposition, minutes after the proceedings began on Monday. Presiding officer Sandhya Ray adjourned the session till Wednesday as Lok Sabha convened at 12 noon. The Congress and other opposition parties are demanding a discussion on Manipur violence and bribery charges against the Adani Group Earlier in …

Parliament Winter Session 2024: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon
4 weeks ago

Parliament Winter Session 2024: Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon

Live Mint  

Lok Sabha on Monday adjourned till 12 noon, shortly after the Lower House of Parliament commenced proceeedings on Day one of the 2024 Winter Session. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said in a post on X that as the Parliament session begins, the first step the government should take is to have a detailed discussion on the Adani saga which has …

TMC could chair 2 department-related standing committees in Lok Sabha
3 months ago

TMC could chair 2 department-related standing committees in Lok Sabha

Hindustan Times  

The Trinamool Congress could get the chairmanship of two department-related standing committees in the 18th Lok Sabha, unlike the previous Lok Sabha when it did not have any, people aware of the matter have said. Opposition parties might get chairmanship of six of the 16 department-related standing committees of the Lok Sabha and head three of the eight panels of …

Parliament session Highlights: Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha adjourned for the day
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Parliament session Highlights: Rajya Sabha, Lok Sabha adjourned for the day

Hindustan Times  

Parliament monsoon session LIVE updates: The proceedings of the Lok Sabha are underway during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Wednesday. Parliament monsoon session Highlights The Lok Sabha was adjourned briefly on Wednesday amid protests by Congress members over BJP MP Tejaswi Surya's remarks that Rahul Gandhi, as Wayanad MP, never raised the issue of landslides in …

Parliament Session LIVE — BJD MP Mamata Mohanta Resigns From Rajya Sabha
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Parliament Session LIVE — BJD MP Mamata Mohanta Resigns From Rajya Sabha

ABP News  

Parliament Monsoon Session LIVE: Please follow this space and keep refreshing the page for all the latest updates on the Monsoon session of the 18th Lok Sabha. BJP leader Anurag Thakur's apparent reference to Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's caste during a discussion on the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday triggered an ugly spat between the opposition …

Budget Session of new Lok Sabha term begins today
5 months ago

Budget Session of new Lok Sabha term begins today

The Hindu  

The first day of the first Budget session of the 18th Lok Sabha kicked off in Parliament today. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2024-2025 on July 23; this will be the NDA government’s first Budget after winning the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, and Ms. Sitharaman’s seventh Budget presentation. Lok Sabha Soon after the Lok Sabha …

All-party meet: Congress seeks Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker's post for opposition, raises NEET issue, sources say
5 months ago

All-party meet: Congress seeks Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker's post for opposition, raises NEET issue, sources say

India TV News  

Budget Session: The government today convened an all-party meeting at the Main Committee Room, Parliament House Annexe, New Delhi, ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union budget in Parliament on July 23. Notable attendees include Tiruchi Shiva, AIUML leader E.T. Congress raises NEET issue In an all-party meeting, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi …

​Spirit of accommodation: On conduct in the 18th Lok Sabha
5 months, 2 weeks ago

​Spirit of accommodation: On conduct in the 18th Lok Sabha

The Hindu  

The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha and the corresponding session of the Rajya Sabha were notable for the renewed spirit of parliamentary debate on display, notwithstanding the excessive combativeness and avoidable grandstanding by the government and the Opposition. Echoes of the election campaign continued too, as Rahul Gandhi, in his debut as the designated Leader of Opposition, mounted …

Lok Sabha session recorded productivity of 103 percent: Om Birla
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lok Sabha session recorded productivity of 103 percent: Om Birla

Deccan Chronicle  

The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, which was adjourned sine die on Tuesday, recorded a productivity of 103 per cent, Speaker Om Birla said.Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that a total of 7 sittings were conducted during the session for about 34 hours.During the Session, 539 newly elected members took the Oath, Birla informed.The first session also …

First session of 18th Lok Sabha session saw 103% productivity, says Speaker Om Birla
5 months, 2 weeks ago

First session of 18th Lok Sabha session saw 103% productivity, says Speaker Om Birla

Live Mint  

The First Session of the 18th Lok Sabha, which began on June 24, 2024, concluded on July 2, with Speaker Om Birla announcing its closure. Speaker Om Birla highlighted that the Lok Sabha achieved 103% productivity during this session, which consisted of 7 sittings spanning approximately 34 hours, according to the Lok Sabha Secretariat. Earlier today, in his over two-hour …

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die, House adopts motion against opposition sloganeering during PM Modi's speech
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha adjourned sine die, House adopts motion against opposition sloganeering during PM Modi's speech

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Tuesday after the House adopted the motion of thanks on the President's address following the reply to the debate by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Opposition members constantly raised slogans during PM Modi's speech over the situation in Manipur. After the conclusion of PM Modi's reply to the debate, Defence Minister Rajnath …

Lok Sabha highlights: BJP vs Congress over Rahul Gandhi's ‘Hindu’ remark
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha highlights: BJP vs Congress over Rahul Gandhi's ‘Hindu’ remark

Hindustan Times  

**EDS: SCREENSHOT VIA SANSAD TV** New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi speaks in the House during ongoing Parliament session, in New Delhi, Monday, July 1, 2024. Lok Sabha highlights: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi criticised the ruling BJP in the Lok Sabha on Monday, claiming those who call themselves Hindus are engaged in "violence and …

Lok Sabha highlights: BJP vs Congress over Rahul Gandhi's ‘Hindu’ remark
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha highlights: BJP vs Congress over Rahul Gandhi's ‘Hindu’ remark

Hindustan Times  

**EDS: SCREENSHOT VIA SANSAD TV** New Delhi: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi speaks in the House during ongoing Parliament session, in New Delhi, Monday, July 1, 2024. Lok Sabha highlights: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi criticised the ruling BJP in the Lok Sabha on Monday, claiming those who call themselves Hindus are engaged in "violence and …

DC Edit | Birla no role model as Speaker
5 months, 3 weeks ago

DC Edit | Birla no role model as Speaker

Deccan Chronicle  

To say that the people of India wanted a stronger Opposition in the Lok Sabha and voted accordingly in the last general election would be stating the obvious. And it appears that the character of the 18th Lok Sabha with a much stronger Opposition component reflecting the mood of the nation has not changed him much either. His reading of …

This Week in Explainers: Om Birla’s meteoric rise from MP to twice-elected Speaker
5 months, 3 weeks ago

This Week in Explainers: Om Birla’s meteoric rise from MP to twice-elected Speaker

Firstpost  

BJP MP from Kota Om Birla has been elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for the second time. All this and more in our weekly wrap up of the big news from India Om Birla after he was elected as the Speaker of the House during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, in New Delhi. From …

Who will be Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha? From NDA or INDIA bloc?
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Who will be Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha? From NDA or INDIA bloc?

Live Mint  

The 18th Lok Sabha will have a Deputy Speaker, but it will likely be from the ruling National Democratic Alliance and not from the Opposition INDIA bloc, reports suggest. The post of Deputy Speaker was vacant in the second term of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government in the 17th Lok Sabha. Buoyed by its increased strength in the Lok …

Parliament Session highlights: Both Houses adjourned for the day
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Parliament Session highlights: Both Houses adjourned for the day

Hindustan Times  

President Droupadi Murmu with Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stands for the national anthem after her address to the joint sitting of Parliament, in New Delhi, Thursday, June 27, 2024. Parliament Session highlights: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday addressed the joint session of the Parliament where she launched a scathing attack on Emergency imposed by …

Parliament Session highlights: Both Houses adjourned for the day
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Parliament Session highlights: Both Houses adjourned for the day

Hindustan Times  

President Droupadi Murmu with Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stands for the national anthem after her address to the joint sitting of Parliament, in New Delhi, Thursday, June 27, 2024. Parliament Session highlights: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday addressed the joint session of the Parliament where she launched a scathing attack on Emergency imposed by …

Not asked for division of votes as a constructive step, Jairam Ramesh on Lok Sabha Speaker election
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Not asked for division of votes as a constructive step, Jairam Ramesh on Lok Sabha Speaker election

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: After Om Birla was elected as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh clarified that the opposition has not asked for division of votes as a constructive step from their end. Traditionally, the Lok Sabha Speaker and Deputy Speaker are elected through consensus between the ruling party and the Opposition. The contest …

Lok Sabha Dy Speaker’s post may be new point of contention
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha Dy Speaker’s post may be new point of contention

Hindustan Times  

The ruling National Democratic Alliance, led by the Bharatiya Janata Party, chose to maintain suspense over the appointment of the deputy speaker of the Lok Sabha. Soon after NDA’s nominee Om Birla was re-elected as the Speaker on Wednesday, the focus shifted to the stand-off between the government and the opposition over the deputy Speaker’s post. Prior to that, AIADMK’s …

Lok Sabha news Highlights: Opposition to contest in deputy speaker's election
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lok Sabha news Highlights: Opposition to contest in deputy speaker's election

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju escort Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla to the chair. Lok Sabha news Highlights: National Democratic Alliance candidate Om Birla was elected Speaker of the House on Wednesday. The election to the Lok Sabha speaker post took place for the first time in …

Call for consensus: On the Prime Minister’s pledge and the 18th Lok Sabha
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Call for consensus: On the Prime Minister’s pledge and the 18th Lok Sabha

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to govern by consensus even as the 18th Lok Sabha began its first session. The ruling National Democratic Alliance and the Opposition INDIA bloc have both reiterated their rhetoric on protecting the Constitution, which was one of the central themes of the recent campaign during the 2024 general election. In the 16th Lok Sabha, …

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi named Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi named Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

Hindustan Times  

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has been named the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, party general secretary KC Venugopal announced after a meeting of floor leaders of opposition parties. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi shows a copy of the Constitution of India while taking oath as a Member of the 18th Lok Sabha during its second day, at the Parliament, …

Lok Sabha session highlights: INDIA bloc leaders huddle at Kharge's house
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Lok Sabha session highlights: INDIA bloc leaders huddle at Kharge's house

Hindustan Times  

Lok Sabha session highlights: For the first time ever, the Opposition has nominated a candidate, Kondikunal Suresh, for the Speaker-post election without unanimous selection. The Narendra Modi-led NDA government failed to reach a consensus with the Opposition INDIA bloc, as their demand for the Deputy Speaker post appeared unlikely to be fulfilled. On the opening day of the 18th Lok …

Lok Sabha session highlights: INDIA bloc leaders huddle at Kharge's house
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Lok Sabha session highlights: INDIA bloc leaders huddle at Kharge's house

Hindustan Times  

Lok Sabha session highlights: For the first time ever, the Opposition has nominated a candidate, Kondikunal Suresh, for the Speaker-post election without unanimous selection. The Narendra Modi-led NDA government failed to reach a consensus with the Opposition INDIA bloc, as their demand for the Deputy Speaker post appeared unlikely to be fulfilled. On the opening day of the 18th Lok …

Rahul Gandhi, with Constitution book in hand, takes oath as MP, says 'Jai Hind, Jai Samvidhan' | WATCH
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi, with Constitution book in hand, takes oath as MP, says 'Jai Hind, Jai Samvidhan' | WATCH

India TV News  

Parliament Session: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took oath as Lok Sabha MP on Tuesday and displayed the Constitution in his hand, showing it to both the treasury and Opposition benches. The oath-taking ceremony of the elected representatives was held on June 24 and 25 as the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha began yesterday. Lok Sabha Speaker Election on …

Oaths and protests: 18th Lok Sabha off to combative start
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Oaths and protests: 18th Lok Sabha off to combative start

Hindustan Times  

Over 260 parliamentarians across parties took oath as the 18th Lok Sabha opened on Monday but the first day of Parliament after the general elections was marked by acrimony between the government and an energised Opposition over a raft of issues ranging from the Emergency to the Constitution, and irregularities roiling premier examinations. New Delhi: Union Minister and TDP MP …

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