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11 Feb

Sitharaman Defends Union Budget 2026-27, Announces Medical Hubs and Support for Labour-Intensive Sectors

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndialabour-intensive sectors, Lok Sabha, medical hubs, Nirmala Sitharaman, textile parks, Union Budget 2026-27

New Delhi, Feb. 11 — Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday addressed the Lok Sabha, outlining key priorities of the Union Budget 2026-27 and emphasizing employment generation through sector-focused investments. Responding to discussions on the Budget, Sitharaman said the government plans to establish medical hubs across several states, a move aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure while creating substantial job opportunities. She noted that the initiative would not only improve access to quality medical services but also boost local economies through allied industries and services. Highlighting the government’s employment strategy, the Finance Minister said special attention would be given to…

01 Feb

Watch Live! Union Budget Presented in Lok Sabha by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBudget Speech, Finance Minister, Lok Sabha, Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Budget

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha today, laying out the government’s roadmap for economic growth, fiscal management, and development priorities for the coming financial year. The budget addresses key areas including public welfare, infrastructure expansion, employment generation, and policy reforms. The annual budget presentation is a crucial parliamentary event, as it outlines proposed government expenditure, revenue measures, and strategic initiatives that shape the nation’s economic direction. Members of Parliament and stakeholders across sectors are keenly observing the proceedings for major announcements and policy signals. The budget presentation and related parliamentary…

05 Dec

Lok Sabha Approves New Cess on Demerit Goods to Boost Health and Defence Funding

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiadefence budget India, Health Security National Security Cess, Lok Sabha, Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi, December 5, 2025: The Lok Sabha on Friday passed the Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025, clearing the way for additional revenue from products such as pan masala to support India’s defence and public health requirements. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while replying to the debate in the House, said the cess is essential for meeting modern defence needs and for strengthening state-level health systems.She said that public health is a state responsibility while national defence is handled by the Centre, making it necessary to create dependable sources of funding. She emphasised that items categorised as demerit…

21 Aug

Lok Sabha Adjourns Sine Die, Let’s Look At The Key Bills Passed in The Monsoon Session

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaLok Sabha, Monsoon Session 2025, Om Birla, Parliament, sine die

New Delhi, August 21, 2025: The Monsoon Session of Parliament ended on Thursday with the Lok Sabha being adjourned sine die by Speaker Om Birla. The session, which began on July 21, witnessed frequent protests and disruptions, limiting effective debate to just 37 hours. Despite the chaos, the House managed to pass 12 significant legislations.Among the major bills was the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025, which seeks to update maritime laws in line with international standards, focusing on safety and environmental protection. The Indian Ports Bill, 2025 was also cleared, replacing the colonial-era framework with a modern law on port governance.Other…

08 Aug

Government Withdraws Income-Tax Bill, 2025; Revised Version to be Introduced on August 11

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBaijayant Panda, Income-Tax Bill 2025, Lok Sabha, Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi, August 8, 2025 — The Central Government on Friday formally withdrew the Income-Tax Bill, 2025 from the Lok Sabha, paving the way for a revised draft that will incorporate extensive recommendations from the Parliamentary Select Committee. The motion for withdrawal, moved by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, was passed by the House despite uproar from Opposition members.The decision follows a comprehensive review of the Bill by a 31-member Select Committee chaired by BJP MP Baijayant Panda. The panel had presented its findings on July 21, the opening day of the Monsoon session. Over several weeks of deliberations and consultations…

06 Aug

Government Rejects Debate on Bihar Electoral Roll Revision, Citing Supreme Court Case and EC Autonomy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBihar electoral roll, Election Commission, Kiren Rijiju, Lok Sabha, SIR

New Delhi, August 6 — The Centre on Tuesday firmly rejected the Opposition's persistent demand for a debate on the Election Commission’s special electoral roll revision in Bihar, citing legal constraints and constitutional protocol.Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, addressing the Lok Sabha amid continuous protests by the INDIA bloc, said the matter was sub judice as it is under consideration by the Supreme Court and hence cannot be discussed on the floor of the House. He also asserted that the Election Commission’s functioning being that of an autonomous institution cannot be scrutinised in Parliament.“The government is open to discussions…

29 Jul

Amit Shah’s Strong Statement in Lok Sabha: “Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev Delivered Justice to Pahalgam Victims”

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingAmit Shah, Lok Sabha, Operation Mahadev, Operation Sindoor

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday addressed the Lok Sabha, giving a detailed account of the government’s decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack through Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev. Condemning the brutal killings, Shah said, “Innocent civilians were killed in front of their families after being asked their religion. I condemn this barbaric act and express my deepest sympathies to the families who lost their loved ones.” Terrorists Neutralised in Joint Operation Shah revealed that in a joint operation by the Indian Army, CRPF, and J&K Police, three terrorists involved in the attack, Suleman…

23 Jul

Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsLok Sabha, Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam terror attack, Parliament debate, PM Modi, Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Parliament is preparing for a 16-hour-long debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha next week on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. This follows mounting pressure from the Opposition, which has demanded a clear response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter.The Lok Sabha is scheduled to begin the discussion on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29, provided that the sessions proceed without disruptions. The decision comes after meetings of the Business Advisory Committees (BAC) of both Houses, where the government agreed to…

16 Jul

Parliamentary Panel Proposes 285 Changes to Income Tax Bill, 2025 Ahead of Monsoon Session

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBaijayant Panda, Income Tax Bill 2025, Lok Sabha, Parliamentary panel

New Delhi, July 16, 2025: A parliamentary panel scrutinising the landmark Income Tax Bill, 2025 has suggested as many as 285 changes to the draft legislation, which aims to overhaul and modernise India’s income tax laws.The Select Committee of the Lok Sabha, chaired by BJP leader Baijayant Panda, finalised its report on Wednesday. The report is set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday, coinciding with the opening day of Parliament’s Monsoon session.“We have made 285 suggestions to the Bill,” confirmed a member of the committee, reflecting the panel’s extensive engagement with the proposed legislation.The government is expected…

02 Apr

Waqf Amendment Bill 2024: NDA Prepares for Showdown as Opposition Protests

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBJP, Lok Sabha, NDA, Opposition, Rajya Sabha, Waqf Amendment Bill 2024, Waqf by user, Waqf properties

New Delhi, April 2, 2025 – The BJP-led NDA government is set to introduce the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, setting the stage for a heated debate with opposition parties. The Bill, which seeks to amend the Waqf Act, 1995, has drawn strong reactions from various political and religious groups, particularly over provisions related to Waqf property management and dispute resolution.Opposition Mounts Resistance, NDA Secures SupportBoth the BJP and the Congress have issued a whip to their MPs to ensure maximum attendance in the Lok Sabha. The Bill was cleared for discussion by the Business…