LOK SABHA SESSION 2024
Govt must offer Lok Sabha deputy speaker's post to opposition: Derek O'Brien
Derek O'Brien, a TMC MP, emphasized the government's responsibility to ensure smooth functioning of Parliament during the upcoming Budget session. He reiterated the opposition's demand for appointing one of its members as the Lok Sabha deputy speaker to avoid "bulldozing of bills". O'Brien highlighted the INDIA bloc's push for appointing a deputy speaker from their coalition, aiming to ensure fair debate on national issues like the NEET-UG paper leak and unemployment.
Budget 2024 date: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present Union Budget in Lok Sabha on July 23
Budget 2024 date: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Union Budget, which will outline the roadmap for Modi 3.0, in the Lok Sabha on July 23. The Parliamentary session dedicated to the Budget will commence on July 22 and extend until August 22.
Budget 2024: FM Sitharaman to present Union Budget in Lok Sabha on July 23
Budget 2024 Date: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will be presenting the Union Budget that will lay the roadmap of Modi 3.0 on July 23 in Lok Sabha. The Parliamentary session for the Budget will commence on July 22 and continue till August 22.Budget 2024: FM Sitharaman to...
From 'balak buddhi' to 'khatakhat' day: Highlights of PM Modi's attack on Rahul Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant address in the Lok Sabha during the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address, outlining key points and responding to various issues. His speech covered crucial aspects of India's development agenda, amidst both appreciation and disruption in the parliamentary session.
Lok Sabha session recorded productivity of 103 percent: Om Birla
The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha concluded with a productivity rate of 103%, as reported by Speaker Om Birla. During the seven sittings over 34 hours, 539 newly elected members took their oaths, Om Birla was re-elected as Speaker, and the session included the President's speech and a robust debate on the Motion of Thanks.
PM Modi's sharp dig at Congress: For 3 terms kept away from power, but they are in Shirshasan mode
Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes a dig at the Congress over its results in the Lok Sabha elections. Replying to the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address in Lok Sabha, PM Modi said, 'the statements of Congress leaders have surpassed even the fi...
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Lok Sabha speech: Narendra Modi says BJP government ensures justice for all, appeasement for none
In his reply to the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that appeasement has harmed India since Independence, but the BJP-led government has ensured "justice for all, appeasement for none." Amidst this, opposition protests demanded "justice for Manipur." | in Parliament Live
Rahul Gandhi asks in Parliament, "why is Modi always serious?" Check PM's reply
Rahul Gandhi's speech sparked a contentious atmosphere in the house as he criticised the BJP and RSS, alleging that they promote violence and misinformation in the name of Hinduism. He underscored that these organisations do not speak for the entire Hindu community, refuting their assertion of exclusive religious legitimacy.
Rahul Gandhi's Lok Sabha speech prompts ire of Modi, Shah who seek apology for his Hindu remarks
Rahul Gandhi Speech | In his Lok Sabha address, newly appointed Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP, and RSS of spreading violence and falsehoods, challenging their claim to represent Hindu values. Modi responded, accusing Gandhi of labeling Hindus as violent. Gandhi clarified that his remarks targeted BJP, not Hinduism, emphasizing that true Hinduism promotes courage and peace.
PM Modi, senior ministers take oath as members of 18th Lok Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha, marking his third consecutive term. He, along with his Council of Ministers, had previously taken oath on June 9. Modi, who retained the Varanasi seat, has been representing it since 2014. As the Leader of the House, he was the first to take the oath. Additionally, B Mahtab also took the oath as a member of the new House and as the pro-tem speaker earlier in the day at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Congress upset over pro-tem speaker election, will not assist during oath-taking of MPs
Parliament Session: Congress and India Bloc MPs decided not to assist the pro-tem Speaker during the oath-taking ceremony of MPs after BJP's Bhratruhari Mahtab was appointed as pro-tem Speaker instead of the more senior Congress MP K Suresh. This decision broke the tradition of appointing the senior-most MP. Congress criticized the government's decision, highlighting that an eighth-term Dalit MP was overlooked. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will include the oath-taking of MPs and the election of the Speaker.
Hope your certificate of my intelligence is not like NTA grading: Jairam Ramesh to Kiren Rijiju ahead of 18th Lok Sabha's 1st session
: Parliament Session: Ahead of the commencement of the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticized Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju's statement on social media, stating that actions would speak louder than words. Rijiju had welcomed newly elected members and expressed willingness to assist them in running the house smoothly. Ramesh responded, urging Rijiju to back up his words with action. In a subsequent exchange, Rijiju emphasized the importance of positive contribution from all members, to which Ramesh retorted with a remark about grading systems.
Mahtab takes oath as protem speaker of new Lok Sabha
President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath to BJP member B Mahtab as the 'speaker pro-tem' of the 18th Lok Sabha. Mahtab, a seven-time MP, and a panel of chairpersons will oversee the Lok Sabha proceedings on Monday and Tuesday for members' oath-taking. On Wednesday, Mahtab will preside over the House for the election of a new Speaker. He and the panel were appointed by the president on June 20.
Lok Sabha session starts today; Focus on Speaker choice
With BJP lacking a majority in the House and Congress set to get the leader of the Opposition post, the Speaker's role has become crucial for the BJP-led NDA. In the 16th and 17th Lok Sabhas, BJP enjoyed absolute majority and there was no leader of the Opposition, which made it easier for the ruling party to get its legislative businesses passed.
Meeting at Rajnath Singh's residence today to discuss Lok Sabha Speaker post
A meeting at Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's residence will discuss better floor coordination among NDA partners for the Lok Sabha Speaker post ahead of the Parliament Session.
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