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19 Dec

VB-G RAM G Bill Triggers Sharp Divide in Parliament Over Rural Employment Reform

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National Times Bureau :- The passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, replacing the MGNREGA framework, sparked intense political confrontation in Parliament, exposing deep divisions between the ruling BJP and opposition parties over rural welfare. The legislation, approved by both Houses amid protests, raises the guaranteed employment entitlement for rural households from 100 to 125 days. Opposition parties, including the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party, accused the government of pushing the Bill through in haste and diluting long-standing safeguards for labourers. Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi termed the move a “blot…

01 Dec

Winter Session opens with PM Modi’s tribute to new RS Chairman; warns Opposition against turning House into ‘theatre’

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Parliament’s Winter Session commenced on Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi using the first day to both congratulate newly appointed Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan and deliver a pointed message to Opposition parties about their conduct inside the House. Speaking in the Upper House, the Prime Minister said Radhakrishnan’s elevation brought “a sense of pride” to the institution, noting that his background in grassroots social work and his years spent engaging with remote communities would enrich parliamentary functioning. Modi recounted the Chairman’s travels through some of Jharkhand’s least-accessible tribal areas, praising his “service-first approach” and his…

01 Dec

Opposition gears up for confrontational Parliament session, to push debates on SIR lapses, BLO fatalities and Delhi smog crisis

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): As Parliament readies to open its latest session on Monday, signs already point toward a volatile week ahead, with Opposition parties preparing to challenge the government on multiple fronts — from alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to the deteriorating air quality choking the national capital. The Congress and Aam Aadmi Party have submitted fresh adjournment notices, demanding that the House set aside routine business to take up what they describe as urgent matters of public interest. Central to their protest is the reported distress among Booth Level Officers (BLOs) deployed…

08 Nov

Winter Session of Parliament from Dec 1 to 19: Shortest Sitting Planned in Years

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Winter Session of Parliament will be held from December 1 to December 19, lasting just 15 working days, making it one of the briefest sessions in recent memory. The announcement was made by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, who said on X that President Droupadi Murmu has approved the schedule. Rijiju expressed hope for a “constructive and meaningful” session that advances the people’s interests and upholds democratic values. This session will convene two weeks after the Bihar Assembly election results are declared on November 14, and is expected to be politically charged. The Opposition, led…

21 Aug

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

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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…

29 Jul

Parliament Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till 2 PM, Amit Shah to Address Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor

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New Delhi: The Monsoon Session of Parliament saw heated discussions on Tuesday as the Lok Sabha continued its debate on Operation Sindoor for the second consecutive day. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to address the House between 12 pm and 1 pm, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also expected to speak later in the evening, according to government sources. Key Business in Lok Sabha Apart from the discussion on Operation Sindoor, several standing committee reports will be tabled in the House. These include: Communications and Information Technology Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Rural Development and Panchayati…

28 Jul

Parliament Gears Up for High-Stakes 16-Hour Debate on ‘Operation Sindoor’ Amid Monsoon Session

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New Delhi (National Times): The Lok Sabha is set to witness a heated 16-hour-long debate on Monday, July 28, over Operation Sindoor, India’s military counterstrike following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The discussion marks a crucial moment in the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, with both the ruling NDA and the Opposition INDIA bloc expected to lock horns on key aspects of the operation and its geopolitical implications. According to Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, the Business Advisory Committee had unanimously decided to prioritise a special discussion on Operation Sindoor, following persistent demands from the Opposition, especially the Congress, for clarity…

25 Jul

Parliament Pays Tribute to Kargil Martyrs as Day 5 of Monsoon Session Commences

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New Delhi (National Times): The fifth day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament began on a solemn note as Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led the House in paying heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War, ahead of the 26th anniversary of India's victory in the conflict. Opening the proceedings, Speaker Birla recalled the valour and supreme sacrifice of the soldiers who laid down their lives while defending the nation during the Kargil conflict. He noted that Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorated annually on July 26, is a reminder of the indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication of…

21 Jul

Monsoon Session 2025: Lok Sabha Adjourned Till 2 PM Amid Opposition Uproar Over Operation Sindoor

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New Delhi (National Times): The Monsoon Session of Parliament 2025 kicked off on a stormy note Monday, with the Lok Sabha adjourned till noon following loud protests from Opposition members demanding an urgent debate on key national concerns. The Opposition raised strong objections over the Centre’s handling of the Pahalgam terror attack, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar, and sought immediate discussions on Operation Sindoor, among other pressing matters. Despite the uproar, the government had lined up a packed agenda for the session, including debates on bills concerning GST reforms, mining laws, sports governance, and more.…

19 Apr

Nishikant Dubey Slams Supreme Court’s Law-Making Role, Sparks Political Clash

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New Delhi, April 19: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has reignited the debate over the separation of powers by stating that Parliament might as well be shut down if the Supreme Court continues to make laws. His remarks followed the apex court's decision to examine the Waqf (Amendment) Act, prompting the Centre to put parts of it on hold. Dubey expressed concern that the judiciary is increasingly stepping into the legislature's domain, citing examples where the court nullified key laws passed by Parliament.He pointed to cases like the scrapping of Section 66A of the IT Act and the decriminalization of homosexuality…