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‘Echo Oppn’s sentiments to Amit Shah’: Rajya Sabha chairman to Rijiju amid ruckus over student protest crackdown

‘Echo Oppn’s sentiments to Amit Shah’: Rajya Sabha chairman to Rijiju amid ruckus over student protest crackdown

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Rajya Sabha chairman CP Radhakrishnan on Thursday asked Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju to “echo the sentiments of the Opposition” to Union home minister Amit Shah, a rare observation that came amid mounting disruptions demanding Shah’s presence over violence at sprawling student protests in Delhi last month. Rajya Sabha chairman CP Radhakrishnan told Union parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju to to “echo the sentiments of the Opposition”. (ANI/PTI) Over the past two weeks, the ongoing monsoon session has been largely washed out because the Opposition demanded a statement from Shah in the House over allegations of police excesses and the use of pellet guns at the July 20 protest demanding the resignation of then education minister Dharmendra Pradhan. ALSO READ | Govt-opposition stand-off continues as Rahul sticks to demand for Shah’s statement Kharge demands Shah’s statement When the Rajya Sabha reassembled at 12pm on Thursday, Congress chief and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge said, “We are asking the home minister and the Prime Minister to come to the House. …

Government spent ₹557.51 crore in PM Modi’s 77 foreign visits: MEA in Rajya Sabha

Government spent ₹557.51 crore in PM Modi’s 77 foreign visits: MEA in Rajya Sabha

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu as the former emplanes for New Delhi after concluding his visit to Israel. | Photo Credit: PTI The government has spent around ₹557.51 crore between 2021 and July 2026 on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign visits, the Ministry of External Affairs stated in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday (August 6, 2027). Responding to a question from V. Sivadasan of the CPI(M), Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita said Mr. Modi visited 77 countries during this period and that these visits and subsequent Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) helped in international partnerships “across the sectors”. The 35-page response among other details mentioned that this year for the February 25-26 Israel visit by Prime Minister Modi, the government spent around ₹11.92 crore. Similarly, for the visit of France and Slovak Republic of May 15-20, 2026, the government spent around ₹4.77 crore and for Mr. Modi’s Seychelles visit of June 27-29, 2026, the government spent around ₹8.22 crore. For Mr. Modi’s joint France and U.S. visit of …

Over 550 SAI coaching posts vacant, Mandaviya tells Rajya Sabha

Over 550 SAI coaching posts vacant, Mandaviya tells Rajya Sabha

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Over 500 vacant coaching positions in the Sports Authority of India (SAI), increased dope tests at the grassroots level and funds provided to football’s beleaguered national body were among the diverse issues that Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed in his responses to various Rajya Sabha queries here on Thursday. Despite the launch of a mega recruitment drive by SAI in January to hire more than 350 assistant coaches, 464 positions remain vacant, a number which is over 100 more than last year. In all, 554 positions are waiting to be filled, including 90 slots for head coaches at its facilities across the country. “The qualifications and competencies of coaches are assessed in accordance with the prescribed recruitment and engagement norms,” Mandaviya stated. The minister also revealed that in the last five years, Rs 8.5 crore has been allocated for training and upskilling programmes for coaches to “enhance their professional capabilities.” Measures to counter doping Mandaviya cited the NADA’s dedicated intelligence and investigation mechanisms to collect, and assess information relating to potential Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs), …

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 14 LIVE: Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2:15 p.m.; Opposition demands answers from Amit Shah

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 14 LIVE: Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2:15 p.m.; Opposition demands answers from Amit Shah

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We were promised that there would be a discussion on police brutality: Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan said on Thursday (August 6), “There are many issues to discuss. So far, throughout the entire session, the government has allowed the House to function for only one day, and ensuring the House runs is the government’s responsibility. We were promised that there would be a discussion on police brutality and atrocities, that the government would respond, and that we would also get an opportunity to present our views…We have still not received any answer.”- PTI Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Modi meets Rajya Sabha MPs over breakfast, asks them to stay away from lobbyists

Modi meets Rajya Sabha MPs over breakfast, asks them to stay away from lobbyists

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 36 Rajya Sabha lawmakers, including those who joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after quitting the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Aam Aadmi Party (TMC), over breakfast and advised them to remain connected with their roots, in touch with their constituencies, and stay away from the lobbyists and power brokers who can misuse their position, people aware of the matter said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Rajya Sabha members. (PTI) “He told us to value our seat in the House as there are thousands of people vying for that position,” said a lawmaker, speaking on condition of anonymity. Modi asked the lawmakers to steer clear of vested interests posing as well-wishers. The lawmaker cited above said Modi said there are people in Delhi who will offer to work, appear friendly and essentially latch on to them. Modi likened such people to a spider’s web. “He said we should remember to stay rooted, never lose sight of the ground we walk on and explained how he does that too,” said the …

Centre outlines measures to tackle online child sexual abuse in Rajya Sabha

Centre outlines measures to tackle online child sexual abuse in Rajya Sabha

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The Central government on Wednesday informed the Rajya Sabha that it has established a comprehensive institutional framework to prevent, detect and tackle the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children through coordinated efforts by multiple ministries and agencies. Responding to a question in the Upper House, Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur said the Ministries of Women and Child Development, Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and Home Affairs (MHA) are working together to strengthen child safety in the digital space. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rajya Sabha clears Bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges

Rajya Sabha clears Bill to increase number of Supreme Court judges

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Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal speaks in the Rajya Sabha on August 5, 2026. | Photo Credit: Sansad TV via ANI The Rajya Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill even as the Opposition members walked out before the voting on the Bill. The Bill, passed in the Lok Sabha on Monday (August 5, 2026), is a Money Bill, and the Upper House returned it to the Lower House after a discussion. The Bill increases the number of Supreme Court judges to 37 from the present strength of 34. The Bill replaces an Ordinance issued by the government in May. Opposition members questioned the “hurry” for bringing the Ordinance. “Why was this not brought as an Act straight to Parliament, have a debate and then amend it? Who would oppose? Nobody is opposing that judges should not be increased. But is it enough? Is it radical enough to change the situation in the country? Are 95,000 cases going to be decided because of these four judges?” asked …

Rajya Sabha Chairman warns members over protests, placards in House

Rajya Sabha Chairman warns members over protests, placards in House

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Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan warned members against entering the Well of the House or displaying placards during protests, saying violations could invite action. His remarks came amid Opposition sloganeering as the House resumed proceedings before being adjourned till 2 pm Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rajya Sabha passes MSME Amendment Bill to tackle delayed payments

Rajya Sabha passes MSME Amendment Bill to tackle delayed payments

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The Rajya Sabha passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing measures to speed up dispute resolution and recovery of dues. The legislation aims to address delayed payments, improve liquidity for MSMEs and strengthen a sector that contributes significantly to India’s GDP, manufacturing and exports Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rajya Sabha adjourned till Aug 3 amid Opposition protest over student issue

Rajya Sabha adjourned till Aug 3 amid Opposition protest over student issue

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The Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day on Friday after repeated disruptions by Opposition members over multiple issues, including the alleged police action during the July 20 student protest over the NEET issue. The Upper House will now reconvene on Monday, August 3, at 11 am. The proceedings began with Union ministers laying various papers on the Table of the House. The report of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Rural Development and Panchayati Raj was also presented. Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan informed the House about the implementation status of recommendations made in the 22nd report of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communication and Information Technology regarding measures to curb fake news. Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan later took up the Zero Hour, during which members raised matters of public importance. However, the session soon descended into disorder as Opposition members started raising slogans and protesting over their demands. As the disruptions continued, the Chairman urged the protesting members to allow the House to function and respect democratic norms. “You …