PM SECURITY BREACH
Rishi Sunak's campaign to stay British PM showed his lack of political touch
Predecessors such as Tony Blair and Boris Johnson were more politically astute and able to connect with voters. As for Sunak, he didn't have to call the election until Jan. 2025. He defied political advice by doing so in May - with Conservative support dwindling steadily amid an economic slump, ethics scandals and a revolving door of leaders over the last two years - and announced the July 4 date in the pouring rain.
PM Modi turned Parliament into 'deep, dark chamber': Derek O'Brien
Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien criticized the outgoing Lok Sabha for its "dubious firsts," accusing Prime Minister Modi of turning Parliament into a "deep, dark chamber." O'Brien noted the absence of a deputy speaker, the Prime Minister's failure to answer questions, and a record-low number of sittings. He also highlighted opposition MPs' suspensions, security breaches, and deletion of questions.
Security beefed up ahead of rallies by PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi in Delhi
Security beefed up in Delhi for PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi rallies with strict law and order measures in place including PCR vehicles, night patrolling, and traffic diversions.
India can't, in the name of open economy, open up its national security to work with China: S Jaishankar
From the big shifts in foreign policy under the Modi government, the China challenge to CAA and the heat and dust of electoral politics, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar touched on a range of topics in a freewheeling discussion at the ET Roundtable.
Parliament security breach: Court directs Delhi Police to file reply on bail plea of accused Nilam Azad
Delhi's Patiala House Court on Tuesday directed the Delhi police to file a reply on the bail plea of Nilam Azad, accused in the Parliament Security Breach case. The hearing has been listed for January 10, 2024.
Opposition giving muted, indirect support to security breach: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Opposition on Tuesday for offering "muted and indirect" support to the recent security breach in Parliament. He urged BJP MPs to respond to Opposition charges with decency and decorum.
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PM Modi hits out at INDIA bloc on Parliament security breach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condemned the INDIA bloc's approach to the Parliament security breach incident, stating that everyone believing in democracy should have jointly condemned the breach. He also criticized the opposition for voicing support for the breach, stating it is as dangerous as the breach itself. The opposition has been protesting over the issue for days, demanding a statement from the Home Minister.
'Insult to Parliament': Kapil Sibal slams PM, HM for not making statement on security breach inside House
In a post on X, Sibal said, "December 13 Security Breach. PM ji, Amit ji...Instead of facing Parliament, you both express yourself in public. An insult to Parliament. But then, for you, institutional etiquette is not part of your vocabulary!
Repeated adjournments in House due to Shah's 'refusal' to make statement on security breach: Congress
The Congress accused Home Minister Amit Shah of repeatedly refusing to address the Lok Sabha security breach, leading to frequent adjournments. Jairam Ramesh highlighted the demand for Shah's statement, calling it a straightforward and legitimate request given the severity of the incidents. He emphasized Shah's duty and responsibility in addressing the issue, attributing the adjournments to his reluctance. Prime Minister Modi, in an interview, acknowledged the breach's seriousness and emphasized collective efforts to resolve it.
Parliament security breach serious issue, there should be no squabbling over it: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the seriousness of the security breach in Parliament cannot be underestimated, and called for no squabbling over the issue amid Opposition's protests over it in Parliament. In an interview to Hindi daily 'Dainik Jagran', Modi said probe agencies are investigating the incident and taking stringent measures, noting that it is equally necessary to go to the root of people behind it and their motives.
Parliament breach: Congress says PM 'running away from debate' to avoid questions on BJP MP's role
The Congress has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of avoiding a debate on the recent security breach in Parliament. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh stated that the reason for Modi's reluctance is the likelihood of questions being raised about the role of Mysuru BJP MP Pratap Simha in facilitating the entry of intruders during the incident on December 13.
PM Modi calls for probe, not debate, of parliament breach
Police arrested six people, filing terrorism charges against four, after a man jumped into the lower house chamber while members were in session, shouted slogans and set off a smoke canister. A second man tried to follow him. Both were caught by lawmakers and security personnel, and taken away.
MPs' suspension no deterrent to those who breached security, aimed at silencing opposition: P Chidambaram
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticised the BJP for suspending 14 MPs, including 9 from Congress, following the recent security breach in Parliament. He argued that the suspensions serve no deterrent to security breaches but are an attempt to silence the opposition. The Congress labeled the move as a "murder of democracy," accusing the BJP of diminishing Parliament to a "rubber stamp."
Parliament Security Breach: Here's how conspirators met and hatched the intrusion plan - A timeline
A group of individuals infiltrated the Parliament building on Wednesday, raising serious concerns about security. The main conspirator, Lalit Jha, is currently on the run. Here's a timeline of the incident and the ongoing investigation. The group had initially met in Mysuru and connected through social media to hatch the plan on this intrusion.
Parliament security breach: Neelam, Amol, Manoranjan & Sagar; common people who shook the nation
Now that all four individuals who were involved in Parliament security breach, are behind bars, the one question that has been on everybody's mind is: What was the motive behind the event that jolted the entire nation, and why did these common individuals choose to take this drastic step that could jeopardize their future forever?
Parliament Visitor Pass: What is it, how to get it, security protocols etc?
In light of a recent security breach in the Lok Sabha, stricter guidelines have been implemented. MPs now need to provide a declaration stating that they personally know and take responsibility for their guests. The 'handbook for Lok Sabha members' states that MPs must fill out an application form for visitors, providing details such as name, age, nationality, and occupation. Failure to provide complete details may result in the visitor card not being issued.
LS security breach: Govt says high-level inquiry initiated, asks opposition not to politicise issue
The government on Thursday asserted that a high-level inquiry has been initiated into the Lok Sabha security breach incident and asked the opposition not to politicise the issue. In a statement soon after the House assembled at 2 PM, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said "we all agree" that the unfortunate incident on Wednesday was a serious one concerning safety and security of MPs.
BJP claims Parliament security breach linked to Congress, INDIA bloc wants action against BJP MP Pratap Simha
"As details emerge, it is getting obvious that DNA of those, who breached Parliament security, is inextricably linked to the Congress-Communist axis. The kinds who were part of Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra and active participants in the orchestrated protests seen in the past..." Amit Malviya Posted on X.
'Remove your shoes', say security personnel at Parliament a day after security breach
Earlier, the security personnel were not generally focus on removing shoes of those entering the Parliament premises. The new security set-up looks similar to that of the airport where shoes, especially long boots or a few made of leather, are asked to open during security check.
Parliamentary Security Breach: Opposition leaders to demand a statement from the Home Minister
Opposition leaders will demand a statement from the Home Minister on the security breach issue in both houses and opposition leaders will also demand the resignation of the Home Minister, according to sources.
Parliament security breach: Lok Sabha Secretariat suspends 8 security personnel for security lapses
In response to the security breach in the Lok Sabha on the 22nd anniversary of the Parliament terror attack, the Lok Sabha Secretariat suspended eight security personnel. The Delhi Police Special Cell registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act to investigate the incident.
Opposition in Rajya Sabha demands statement from Amit Shah on Lok Sabha security breach
"The information to me is that the intruders in Lok Sabha visitors gallery have immediately been apprehended. The parliamentary security service is examining the matter forthwith. We will apprise the members about the result before I rise for the day," Jagdeep Dhankhar said.
Lok Sabha security breach on Parliament attack anniversary: All you need to know
A young man with a smoke can in his hand jumped in the Lok Sabha and tried to move forward but the MPs surrounded him, and Hanuman Beniwal (RLP), Maluknath (BSP) and Gurpreet Singh swiftly assisted the staff in nabbing the intruders. Amidst the commotion, the accused kept screaming “Tanashahi nahi chalegi” as they sprayed the smoke inside the premises of the House. One of the accused, identified as Sagar Sharma, used a yellow spray hidden in his shoes. He was accompanied by another man named Manoranjan.
Security breach on Parliament attack's 22nd anniversary
On the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Indian Parliament, two individuals jumped from visitors' gallery number 4 into the Lok Sabha and opened smoke canisters. They were chased down, caught midway by some MPs and security personnel, beaten up, and taken into custody.
Lok Sabha security breach on Parliament attack's 22nd anniversary; five detained
Lok Sabha Security Breach: The incident took place on the 22nd anniversary of the Parliament attack. However, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that the trespassers were overpowered by House members.
Six more Punjab policemen suspended in PM security breach matter
Two Deputy Superintendent of Police rank officers, Parson Singh and Jagdish Kumar, Inspectors Jatinder Singh and Balwinder Singh, Sub-Inspector Jaswant Singh and Assistant Sub-Inspector Ramesh Kumar were the six policemen suspended, according to the November 22 order of the State's Home Department.
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