6 major legislations get Parliament approval as winter session ends
Friday, 22 December 2023 Bringing an end to the tumultuous winter session, both Houses of Parliament were adjourned sine die a day ahead of schedule. The session was marked by a major security breach, a record number of MP suspensions, and protests. Rajya Sabha approved three bills to overhaul India's criminal justice system, while Lok Sabha passed a bill on the appointment of the CEC and ECs. Additionally, a bill allowing the government to temporarily take over telecom services in the interest of national security was also passed. The total number of suspended members increased to 146, including the expulsion of TMC Lok Sabha member Mahua Moitra. Parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi moved a motion to suspend three Congress MPs, and opposition parties demanded a statement from home minister Amit Shah on the security breach.
In a significant disciplinary action, 141 opposition Members of Parliament have been suspended in the aftermath of a breach during the Winter Session. The suspension underscores the parliamentary response to the breach and prompts discussions on maintaining decorum and order within legislative...
PM Modi, accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, were seen exchanging greetings with Rahul Gandhi and other opposition.. DNA
Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan voiced strong objections following a tense exchange with Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Bachchan criticised the tone used by the Chair, asserting that MPs should not be treated like "school children," especially senior members of Parliament. She expressed particular frustration over the Chairman's decision to cut off the microphone when the Leader of the Opposition attempted to speak, calling it an undemocratic act. Bachchan further condemned the use of what she described as "unparliamentary language," recounting how Dhankhar dismissed her stature as a celebrity, stating, "You may be a celebrity, I do not care." In response, Bachchan emphasised her long-standing experience as a parliamentarian, noting that she was now serving her fifth term. Deeply offended by the conduct in the House, she demanded an apology, arguing that the current discourse in Parliament had reached an unprecedented low.
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Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi says, "It is our right to meet anyone. But they are not allowing it. I had spoken about farmers. Speaker told the House that they are not being stopped. Now they have been stopped again. There is a Sri Lanka issue of farmers. There were also people from Child Welfare...I keep doing this (meeting delegations)...My life becomes a bit more difficult as it is easier to meet them there (LoP Chamber in Parliament). Otherwise, now I have to keep coming here."
#RahulGandhi #ParliamentPremises #Congress #oneindia #oneindianews
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Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar clashed with Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Derek O'Brien over wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s Paris Olympics disqualification. O'Brien's shouting prompted Dhankhar to reprimand him harshly, accusing the Opposition of politicizing Phogat’s plight and disrespecting her. Dhankhar warned O'Brien about the gravity of challenging Parliament's decorum and likened the situation to past emergency phases. Following the altercation, the Opposition walked out of the session.
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Parliament in Bangladesh has been dissolved after its 15-year leader fled the country and resigned following weeks of protests against her government. Sky News
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has launched a scathing attack on SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, questioning her ties with the Adani Group and demanding her immediate resignation. In a fiery rebuttal to the SEBI Chief's clarification on the Hindenburg allegations, Moitra accuses Buch and her husband of concealing critical facts, including the directorial role of Anil Ahuja in Adani Enterprises and Adani Power. Moitra also alleges that Daval Buch's appointment to Blackstone was a quid pro quo. Is this the beginning of a major political storm against the Modi government? Watch the full video to uncover the explosive details!
#MahuaMoitra #SEBI #AdaniGroup #ModiGovernment #HindenburgReport #PoliticalControversy #IndianPolitics #SEBIChairperson #AdaniScandal #TMC
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has stayed the directives requiring eateries on the Kanwar yatra route to display owners' names, stating they only need to indicate the type of food served. The decision came after petitions from various parties, including political commentator Apoorvanand, activist Aakar Patel, and TMC MP Mahua Moitra. The court's intervention alleviates concerns over potential communal and privacy issues. Mahua Moitra and Akhilesh Yadav have reacted to the decision, highlighting its importance for protecting civil liberties and preventing discrimination.
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Watch Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra's full speech as she passionately criticizes the Narendra Modi-led BJP government and invokes the words of Pablo Neruda. Representing Krishnanagar in West Bengal, Moitra addresses the recent elections where the BJP secured 240 seats but fell short of the majority mark. In this compelling address, Moitra challenges Prime Minister Modi to visit Manipur and addresses key issues facing the nation. Don't miss this fiery and articulate speech that has resonated with many.
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Another proposed change relates to redefining 'substantial interest' for directorships, which could increase to Rs 2 crore instead of the current limit of Rs 5.. DNA
In a heated Lok Sabha session, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju made headlines with his controversial remarks on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Rijiju defended the bill, now titled 'UMEED,' and addressed concerns about associating MPs with any religion. He challenged the notion of changing an MP's religion to fit the Waqf board's criteria. Rijiju also called for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to thoroughly review the bill. Watch the full debate and understand the implications of these statements on India's legislative landscape.
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Congress MP KC Venugopal opposes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in Lok Sabha, He says, "This bill is a fundamental attack on the Constitution…Through this bill, they are putting a provision that non-Muslims also be members of the Waqf governing council. It is a direct attack on freedom of religion...Next you will go for Christians, then Jains...People of India will not buy this kind of divisive politics now..."
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On Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to be introduced in Lok Sabha today, Samajwadi Party MP Afzal Ansari says, "This has been the government's intention from before. BJP should change its name and it should be called 'Bharatiya zameen hathyao aur apne apne chaheton ko baant do'. Who are you to take away land given in donations by people?..."
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The central government has constituted a panel to monitor the situation alongside the India-Bangladesh border, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday,.. DNA
Watch The Heated Exchange Between Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav And Union Home Minister Amit Shah In The Lok Sabha Over The Highly Controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Akhilesh Yadav Accuses The Government Of Pushing A Political Agenda, While Amit Shah Hits Back, Challenging Yadav's Claims And Questioning His Position As A Defender Of The Speaker’s Rights. This Debate Is A Must-Watch For Anyone Interested In The Future Of Waqf Properties In India And The Political Tensions Surrounding The Bill.
#AkhileshYadav #AmitShah #WaqfAmendmentBill #LokSabhaDebate #PoliticalClash #IndianPolitics #WaqfBill2024 #SamajwadiParty #BJP #GovernmentVsOpposition
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Home Minister Amit Shah defended the government's early warning system amid criticism following a disaster in Kerala. He stated that warnings were issued to Kerala's government on July 23, 24, and 25, with a specific alert on July 26 about heavy rainfall, landslides, and potential casualties. Shah emphasized that the central government has invested Rs. 2000 crores in the early warning system since 2014.
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Former CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, PM Modi, and Amit Shah took oaths alongside other new MPs in the 18th Lok Sabha. The ceremony included formal proceedings like presenting the elected members' list and signing the Roll of Members. The session is anticipated to be contentious, with opposition parties ready to challenge the BJP-led government on various issues, including the Speaker's election, exam paper leak allegations, and the pro-tem Speaker's appointment.
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In a dramatic session of the Rajya Sabha on Friday, Vice President and Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar found himself in a heated exchange with Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan amid widespread commotion in the Upper House. The uproar, which saw opposition MPs clashing with the Chairman, escalated when Dhankhar accused the opposition members of disrespecting the Constitution and democracy. Amid the tension, Dhankhar addressed Jaya Bachchan, calling her by her full name, Jaya Amitabh Bachchan, and urged her to speak, further intensifying the charged atmosphere of the session.
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Speaking in Rajya Sabha on the situation in Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar says, "...We are in close and continuous touch with the Indian community in Bangladesh through our diplomatic missions. There are an estimated 19,000 Indian nationals there of which about 9000 are students. The bulk of the students returned in July...We are also monitoring the situation with regard to the status of minorities. There are reports of initiatives by various groups and organisations to ensure their protection and well-being. Naturally, we will remain deeply concerned till law and order is restored. Our border guarding forces have been instructed to be exceptionally alert in video of this complex situation. In last 24 hours, we have been in touch with authorities in Dhaka."
#ExternalAffairsMinister #Jaishankar #RajyaSabha #IndianCommunityinBangladesh #BangladeshCrisis
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Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday condoled the loss of lives in the landslides in Kerala's Wayanad, and urged UDF workers to provide all help to those affected. Rahul Gandhi said he has spoken to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and the Wayanad district collector, who have assured him that rescue operations are underway.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Sunday that the Trinamool Congress-led state government would provide shelter to people fleeing violence in Bangladesh if they seek refuge in Bengal. Speaking at a mega 'Martyrs' Day' rally in Kolkata, Banerjee emphasized the humanitarian duty to aid those in need, referencing the United Nations' resolution on refugee protection. "I cannot speak anything about Bangladesh as it is another country. The Indian government will speak about that. But if helpless people (from Bangladesh) knock on Bengal's door, we will give them shelter. There is a resolution of the UN. Neighbours will respect refugees," Banerjee declared amid heavy rain.
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Recent bypolls across seven Indian states resulted in significant gains for the opposition INDIA bloc, which won 10 out of 13 assembly seats. The Congress party secured victories in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while the Trinamool Congress swept all four seats in West Bengal. The BJP won two seats, including one in Madhya Pradesh. These results are seen as a boost for the opposition and may indicate shifting political dynamics ahead of future elections.
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Bachchan accused Dhankhar of talking to her in an 'unacceptable tone', drawing protests from the Opposition MPs before they walked out of the Upper House. DNA
Human rights activists have called on the EU to clamp down on Bulgaria after MPs voted through an amendment to ban the promotion of LGBTQ+ "propaganda" in schools.
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