NEW PARLIAMENT INAUGURATION
President Murmu addresses joint session of Parliament: Key highlights
President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint session of Parliament on Thursday, congratulating new MPs and emphasizing the mandate given to the Modi government for a third term. She also praised the high voter turnout in Jammu and Kashmir and lauded the Election Commission's efforts.
SP MP RK Chaudhary's controversial remark on Sengol sparks political debate
Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary's recent comments calling for the removal of the Sengol from Parliament, which he labeled a symbol of monarchy, have sparked controversy. He argued that the Constitution, not "Raja ka Danda" (king's scepter), should govern India. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav defended Chaudhary, while BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla and MP Ravi Kishan condemned the remarks, asserting respect for cultural symbols
PM Modi's message to INDIA bloc ahead of 18th Lok Sabha's 1st session: Substance & debate over slogans & disturbance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of a responsible opposition and constructive debate in the inaugural session of the 18th Lok Sabha. He welcomed the new parliamentarians, highlighting the historic significance of the day for Indian democracy. PM Modi underscored the session's potential to advance India's vision of development. Reflecting on the recent elections and the government's third consecutive term, he pledged to serve the nation with consensus-driven governance.
PM Modi to inaugurate new campus of Nalanda University tomorrow in a major soft power push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new campus of Nalanda University, an international institution located near the ancient ruins of Nalanda in Rajgir, Bihar, on Wednesday. The university was established by the Parliament of India under the Nalanda University Act, 2010, following decisions made at the 2nd and 4th East Asia Summits to create an international center for intellectual and spiritual studies.
Prerna Sthal: Statues shifted to other places before also, says Om Birla
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the 'Prerna Sthal' in the Parliament complex, containing statues of leaders and freedom fighters. The statues, including Mahatma Gandhi, were moved to a new location within the Parliament House Complex, which was previously used by opposition MPs to protest against the government.
'Unilateral move': Opposition slams govt on Prerna Sthal inauguration
Opposition leaders disassociated themselves from the Vice-President's inauguration of the 'Prerna Sthal', where all India's founding leaders' statues will be displayed in the new Parliament building. They alleged that the statues were designed not to have Mahatma Gandhi and Dr Ambedkar statues near the Parliament meeting.
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Cong slams govt over statues' relocation within Parliament, calls it 'unilateral' move
The Congress criticised the ruling regime for unilaterally relocating statues within the Parliament premises to remove Mahatma Gandhi and BR Ambedkar from traditional protest sites. This comes ahead of the inauguration of 'Prerna Sthal' for freedom fighters' statues. The Lok Sabha secretariat defended the move, stating it was difficult for visitors to see statues in various places. Congress argued the decision hampers democratic protests and diminishes the significance of Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations in Parliament.
Vice President Dhankar to inaugurate Prerna Sthal in Parliament House Complex today
According to an official press release, all Members of Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha have also been invited to the programme.
Re-development of areas outside new Parliament building not complete, new MPs may be welcomed at annexe
Newly elected Lok Sabha members may be welcomed at the Parliament Annexe Extension building, as the re-development of external areas outside the new building is still underway. The premises are undergoing a revamp, including new lawns for official ceremonies, statue relocation, and building disembarkation points for lawmakers. The Lok Sabha secretariat is identifying temporary residences, with state government guest houses and the Western Court hostel complex as temporary residences.
Russian President Vladimir Putin reappoints Mikhail Mishustin as prime minister
Russian President Vladimir Putin has chosen to reappoint Mikhail Mishustin as the prime minister, awaiting approval from the lower house. Mishustin, who followed Russian law by submitting his Cabinet's resignation, is likely to receive confirmation from the proforma parliament. Mishustin, recognized for his expertise in technology and his focus on governance rather than politics, is confronted with obstacles such as the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia's conflict with Ukraine.
Taiwan says its military is ready for China moves around new president's inaugural
China, which views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, has a strong dislike of Lai, believing him to be a dangerous separatist, whose repeated offers of talks it has rejected, including one this month.
Dwarka Expressway: Here's why India's first elevated highway is special
Dwarka Expressway: This section will feature several underpasses, flyovers, tunnels and elevated structures. As this part is on an alternate road connecting Delhi and Gurgaon, it will reduce vehicular congestion on the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway.
How different parts of India contributed to the new Parliament building
With the carpets sourced from Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, bamboo flooring from Tripura and stone carvings from Rajasthan, the new Parliament mirrors the cultural diversity of India.
India's new Parliament building: Significant features
The old building could seat 543 Members in the Lok Sabha and 250 in the Rajya Sabha. The new Parliament building will have space for 888 members in the Lok Sabha and 384 members in the Rajya Sabha.
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