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Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 15: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Sine Die

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 15: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Sine Die

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Winter Session of Parliament, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Day 15 Live Updates: The Parliament on Thursday passed the nuclear energy with the Rajya Sabha giving its nod to the legislation that seeks to open the tightly-controlled civil nuclear sector for private participation. The Upper House passed the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill by a voice vote. It was passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. VB-G RAM G Bill was also passed in the Parliament on Thursday that seeks to replace the 20-year-old MGNREGA and guarantees 125 days of wage employment every year amid vociferous protests by the opposition, with Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan asserting that it was needed to fix shortcomings in the old scheme. The Rajya Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM-G) Bill by a voice vote, hours after it was cleared by the Lok Sabha, amid strong opposition protests over the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the existing MGNREGA scheme and concerns about the …

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok SParliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok Sabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests; House Adjourned Till Tomorrowabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok SParliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok Sabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests; House Adjourned Till Tomorrowabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests

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Winter Session of Parliament, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Day 14 Live Updates: A long-pending discussion on air pollution is expected to be taken up during the Parliament’s Winter Session on Thursday, with Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav slated to address the issue. Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on December 12, described the crisis as a “national health emergency” affecting millions, particularly children who are developing lung diseases. The Congress leader urged a bipartisan approach, emphasising that air pollution should not be treated as an ideological issue. “Most of our major cities are living under a blanket of poisonous air,” he said, calling for a structured discussion focused on future solutions rather than blame. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju responded affirmatively, assuring the House that the government is prepared for the debate and will coordinate with the Business Advisory Committee to allot time for it. Meanwhile, several opposition MPs on Thursday took out a protest march with photographs of Mahatma Gandhi in hand, inside the Parliament House complex against the government’s …

Two-thirds of Karnataka SIT funds spent on legal expenses in Prajwal Revanna cases | Bangalore News

Two-thirds of Karnataka SIT funds spent on legal expenses in Prajwal Revanna cases | Bangalore News

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Almost two-thirds of funds spent by Special Investigation Teams (SIT) formed to investigate various cases in Karnataka since 2023 went towards legal expenses in sexual assault cases involving former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna, the Government said on Monday. While the total legal and investigation expenses incurred by the SITs in various cases amounted to Rs 4.54 crore, Rs 2.96 crore (65.19 per cent) was the cost of fighting the Revanna cases in the trial court, the Karnataka High Court, and the Supreme Court. Funds spent on investigating the sexual assault cases against Revanna amounted to Rs 33.91 lakh, according to a response tabled by Home Minister G Parameshwara in reply to an unstarred question raised by BJP MLA Munirathna during the winter session of the legislature. The total cost of investigation and legal fees in the cases against Revanna was Rs 3.29 crore. Of the legal expenses incurred in the Revanna case, Rs 2.41 crore was the fee paid to Special Public Prosecutor Ravivarma Kumar, and Rs 28.37 lakh was the fee paid to SPP …

Ajay Maken alleges ‘unequal’ poll field, says agencies tilt toward BJP | RS

Ajay Maken alleges ‘unequal’ poll field, says agencies tilt toward BJP | RS

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Published on Dec 12, 2025 10:15 am IST Congress MP Ajay Maken during his speech in Rajya Sabha flagged what he called a “blatantly unequal” electoral field, citing a massive expansion in the BJP’s bank balance over the last 20 years compared with only a marginal rise in Congress finances from 2004 to 2024. He alleged that central agencies like the Enforcement Directorate and Income Tax department have been weaponised to raid and pressure Congress just before elections and to intimidate businessmen and industrial houses from donating to opposition parties, thereby tightening the BJP’s financial grip on Indian politics. Watch for more   News / India News / Ajay Maken alleges ‘unequal’ poll field, says agencies tilt toward BJP | RS 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

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok SParliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 14: Lok Sabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests; House Adjourned Till Tomorrowabha Passes G RAM G Bill Amid Opposition Protests

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 9: BJP MP Accuses TMC Leader Of Smoking E-Cigarette Inside Lok Sabha

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Parliament Winter Session 2025 Live Updates, Day 9: The day resumes with a debate on E10 and E20 blended petrol, with the Petroleum Minister and Highway Minister Nitin Gadkari responding to the questions regarding petrol prices and the need for blending of ethanol. A heated exchange was witnessed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday between Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over the latter’s “vote chori” claims. The home minister blamed the Congress leadership for party’s poll losses, saying it was not the “EVM or the voters’ list” that was to blame. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi highlighted concerns over voter fraud in Haryana, claiming that 19 fake voters were identified in the state. After this, opposition parties walked out of the house in protest against Amit Shah’s speech. The lower house will resume at 11 am on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Shah for his “outstanding” address in Lok Sabha, saying that he highlighted diverse aspects of the electoral process, and exposed the lies of the Opposition. “An outstanding speech by …

Parliament Winter Session LIVE Updates, Day 7: Lok Sabha Set For Heated SIR Debate; Rajya Sabha To Take Up Vande Mataram

Parliament Winter Session LIVE Updates, Day 7: Lok Sabha Set For Heated SIR Debate; Rajya Sabha To Take Up Vande Mataram

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Winter Session of Parliament Debate News Live Updates, Day 7: Day 7 of Parliament’s Winter Session opens with a long-awaited debate that has dominated political discussions for days. The Lok Sabha will finally take up a full-scale discussion on electoral reforms, with a special focus on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of India’s voter rolls. After repeated demands and rounds of negotiation, the government and the Opposition reached an agreement last week to bring the subject to the House. What to expect? Since the Session began on 1 December, Opposition parties have been pushing for a dedicated debate on the SIR. Their protests have taken place both inside and outside Parliament, with senior leaders such as Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi holding posters and banners reading “Stop SIR – Stop Vote Chori”.  They argue that the SIR, presented as a clean-up of bogus or outdated entries, has been misused, especially during its rollout in Bihar, to target marginalised communities that traditionally support Opposition parties. The government has denied these allegations, insisting that the …

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 15: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Sine Die

Parliament Winter Session Day 6 LIVE Updates: PM Modi To Open Vande Mataram Debate As Lok Sabha Brace For 10-Hour Political Showdown

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Parliament Winter Session 2025 Debate News Live Updates, Day 6: The Winter Session of Parliament enters a crucial phase on Monday as both Houses prepare for a charged and lengthy discussion on the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’. What was once a unifying rallying cry during India’s freedom struggle has now become the centre of a fierce ideological contest between the BJP and the Opposition. Day 6 of the session promises sharp exchanges, strong historical claims and renewed political posturing. PM Modi to lead the debate in Lok Sabha: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the discussion in the Lok Sabha, marking a significant moment in the session. The government sees this debate not just as a tribute to a national song but as an opportunity to highlight its cultural and political message. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will also speak for the BJP, emphasising themes that have long inspired the party’s nationalist base. On the Opposition side, senior Congress leaders including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Gaurav Gogoi are slated to participate. Their speeches are expected …

Parliament Winter Session Live Updates, Day 15: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha Adjourned Sine Die

Parliament Winter Session Day 3 Live Updates: Privilege Motion Against Renuka Chaudhary Over ‘Barking Dogs’ Remark

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Parliament Winter Session Day 3 Live Updates: The Rajya Sabha is expected to take up a privilege motion against Renuka Chaudhary today over her recent “dogs and barking” remarks, which several members believe undermine parliamentary decorum and security norms. The Upper House is currently reviewing the issue as political manoeuvring builds ahead of the next sitting. India Bloc Meeting: Leaders of the INDIA bloc will meet at 9.45 am on Thursday in Parliament to finalise their joint floor strategy. Meanwhile, an all-party meeting has agreed to schedule a full-day debate on Vande Mataram next Tuesday, December 9. SIR Protests: Tuesday, the second day of the Winter Session, both houses of Parliament saw protests to discuss the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive carried out by the government. Slogans like ‘SIR pe charcha’, ‘vote chor gaddi chhor’, and others were made prompting the government to hold a discussion on next Tuesday, December 9. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more …

Special Discussion On Vande Mataram In Parliament Likely This Week, PM Modi To Address | India News

Special Discussion On Vande Mataram In Parliament Likely This Week, PM Modi To Address | India News

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Last Updated:December 01, 2025, 17:30 IST Special Discussion On Vande Mataram In Parliament Likely This Week, PM Modi To Address Special discussion on 150 years of Vande Mataram to be held in Parliament | File Image Special Discussion On Vande Mataram In Parliament Likely This Week, PM Modi To Address Click here to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google. First Published: December 01, 2025, 17:26 IST News india Special Discussion On Vande Mataram In Parliament Likely This Week, PM Modi To Address Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More 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

‘No drama please’: PM asks Opposition to not disrupt Parliament Winter Session

‘No drama please’: PM asks Opposition to not disrupt Parliament Winter Session

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Updated on: Dec 01, 2025 10:29 am IST Taking a dig at Opposition over the recent Bihar election drubbing, PM asked its members to not be frazzled by the outcome and make Winter Session productive Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India has lived democracy, strengthened faith over it and said the Bihar election turnout is a display of the power of Indian democracy, citing the participation of women. PM Modi also took a swipe at Opposition, asking it to not do “drama”. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday delivered his customary speech ahead of the commencement of the Winter Session of Parliament.(PTI/File) India has proven that democracy can deliver, PM Modi said, delivering his customary address ahead of commencement of Parliament Winter Session. Taking a dig at the opposition over the recent Bihar election drubbing, PM Modi asked its members to not be frazzled by the outcome and make the Parliament Winter Session productive. He also his alliance to ensure the victory does not turn into arrogance. Don’t do drama in Parliament, but …