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Parliament adjourned within minutes of commencement

Parliament adjourned within minutes of commencement

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The Question Hour in Lok Sabha has been disrupted every day since March 13.

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Watch all the action from both Houses of Parliament.

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Major ruckus in Parliament over 'Cong-Soros' link

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Proceedings of both Houses of Parliament were disrupted on Monday as the treasury benches accused top Congress leaders of colluding with billionaire investor George Soros to destabilise the country, triggering protests from opposition members.

With Naqvi's term ending, no Muslim among BJP MPs

With Naqvi's term ending, no Muslim among BJP MPs

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

With the Rajya Sabha term of Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi ending, the BJP will have no Muslim MP among its 395 members of Parliament.

Patnaik steps in as anger over BJD's flipflop on Waqf continues

Patnaik steps in as anger over BJD's flipflop on Waqf continues

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

A section of Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leaders in Odisha are expressing discontent over the party's decision to support the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. The issue has sparked internal turmoil, with young leaders submitting a memorandum to party president Naveen Patnaik, urging him to address the situation. Patnaik has held meetings with senior leaders, assuring them that necessary action will be taken to mitigate the fallout and maintain the party's secular image.

Havan, multi-faith prayer before Parliament inauguration

Havan, multi-faith prayer before Parliament inauguration

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The ceremony to inaugurate the new Parliament building will begin with an early morning havan and a multi-religion prayer on Sunday followed by a formal opening in the Lok Sabha chamber by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'Language of troll': Oppn slams Modi's 'Muslims repair punctures' remark

'Language of troll': Oppn slams Modi's 'Muslims repair punctures' remark

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

'Such a remark does not behove the Prime Minister. Also, you have brought the country's youth to this point. There are no jobs. The only option is to fix punctures or sell fritters. Muslims don't just make punctures. I can list what Muslims have made'

Protests on Adhir's remark rock Parliament for second day

Protests on Adhir's remark rock Parliament for second day

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned for the day on Friday amid protests by opposition and Bharatiya Janata Party members over Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's remark on President Droupadi Murmu.

'Longstanding demand met,' Patel on Sports Bill

'Longstanding demand met,' Patel on Sports Bill

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Patel emphasised that one of the most important features of the bill is the establishment of a dedicated tribunal for resolving disputes, reducing the burden on the judiciary and ensuring quicker justice.

BJP decides all 12 MPs elected to state assemblies will quit Parliament

BJP decides all 12 MPs elected to state assemblies will quit Parliament

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

The 10 who put in their papers include nine Lok Sabha MPs, including Union ministers Narendra Singh Tomar and Prahlad Patel, and the one Rajya Sabha member, officials said.

Parliament adjourned as Shah refusing to make statement: Cong

Parliament adjourned as Shah refusing to make statement: Cong

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

The Congress on Monday said Parliament is getting adjourned repeatedly as Home Minister Amit Shah 'refuses' to make a statement on the Lok Sabha security breach issue which is his duty and responsibility.

First session of 18th LS from June 24; Budget likely in July

First session of 18th LS from June 24; Budget likely in July

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The session will conclude on July 3.

RS Panel on Raghav Chadha: Guilty but no suspension

RS Panel on Raghav Chadha: Guilty but no suspension

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Chadha thanked people for their love and blessings that he received during the period of suspension.

RS adjourned amid uproar over suspension of members

RS adjourned amid uproar over suspension of members

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

The proceedings of the House were almost washed out as it could not take up any legislative business.

'Save Democracy': INDIA bloc protests against MPs' suspension

'Save Democracy': INDIA bloc protests against MPs' suspension

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

INDIA bloc leaders will protest at Jantar Mantar Friday against suspension of MPs and nationwide protests will also be held in all district headquarters against the government's "immoral and illegal" behaviour of this government, the Leader of the opposition in Rajya Sabha said.

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Catch the action from both houses pf Parliament.

Suspension of 14 Oppn MPs revoked day before budget session

Suspension of 14 Oppn MPs revoked day before budget session

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha committees had recommended that their suspension be withdrawn after they expressed regret for their conduct during the Winter session when their relentless protests prompted the Chairs to take action.

Rahul Bajaj wants to enter Parliament

Rahul Bajaj wants to enter Parliament

Rediff.com18 Oct 2004

Industrialist Rahul Bajaj is gearing up to join politics as a Rajya Sabha member.

Lok Sabha may see election for Speaker's post for 1st time since Independence

Lok Sabha may see election for Speaker's post for 1st time since Independence

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Since Independence, Lok Sabha Speakers have been chosen by consensus.

Now, Sena to split in Parliament, pro-Shinde MPs to form separate faction

Now, Sena to split in Parliament, pro-Shinde MPs to form separate faction

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

After the Shiv Sena's division in Maharashtra assembly, its parliamentary party was also staring at a split with several MPs set to petition Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to recognise them as a separate group.

There was no Parliament session for 60% of country: Rahul

There was no Parliament session for 60% of country: Rahul

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Leaders of several opposition parties took out a protest march in Delhi against the government on several issues, including Pegasus and alleged manhandling of their MPs in Rajya Sabha

Cong raises heat against Irani as MPs protest in Parliament

Cong raises heat against Irani as MPs protest in Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Congress MPs staged a protest in front of the Gandhi statue in Parliament complex demanding an apology from the government for Irani's confrontation with Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Thursday.

Sonia Gandhi to fight RS polls from Raj, may file nomination on Wednesday

Sonia Gandhi to fight RS polls from Raj, may file nomination on Wednesday

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Barely two months before the Lok Sabha election, Gandhi will be filing her nomination papers in Jaipur on Wednesday. Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, her son Rahul Gandhi and daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra are likely to accompany her.

Parliament faces repeated adjournments over Pegasus

Parliament faces repeated adjournments over Pegasus

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Both Houses of Parliament witnessed multiple adjournments on Monday as opposition MPs continued their protest over the Pegasus snooping row and other matters. Amid ruckus by the Opposition, the Rajya Sabha passed the Inland Vessels Bill-2021 while the Lok Sabha passed the General Insurance Business (Nationalisation) Amendment Bill with voice-vote.

INDIA bloc to move resolution to remove Dhankhar as RS Chairman

INDIA bloc to move resolution to remove Dhankhar as RS Chairman

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

The opposition INDIA bloc is considering submitting a notice to move a resolution to remove Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar from office, sources said. The opposition had previously considered this in August but decided to give Dhankhar "another chance." The Congress is leading the charge, and the TMC and the Samajwadi Party are supportive. The decision comes after a contentious session in Rajya Sabha where BJP members protested alleged links between Congress leaders and George Soros.

The Rise And Fall Of Jagdeep Dhankhar

The Rise And Fall Of Jagdeep Dhankhar

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The RSS which catapulted Jagdeep Dhankar to national prominence after 21 years of hibernation could not come to his rescue when BJP higher ups decided to seek his resignation, points out Prakash Bhandari.

49 more Oppn MPs suspended; 141 suspensions so far

49 more Oppn MPs suspended; 141 suspensions so far

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

The MPs suspended on Tuesday include National Conference's Farooq Abdullah and Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari.

Here is how 17th LS passed half of bills amid record MP suspensions

Here is how 17th LS passed half of bills amid record MP suspensions

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

According to an analysis by PRS Legislative Research, 172 bills were discussed and passed during the term of 17th Lok Sabha, of which 86 bills in the Lok Sabha and 103 bills in the Rajya Sabha were discussed for less than two hours each.

Parliament washed out again over Rahul apology, Adani

Parliament washed out again over Rahul apology, Adani

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Parliament remained paralysed for the sixth day in a row on Monday due to protests from rival sides.

Modi, LS Speaker Om Birla to inaugurate new Parliament on Sunday

Modi, LS Speaker Om Birla to inaugurate new Parliament on Sunday

Rediff.com23 May 2023

According to sources, several opposition leaders are also considering boycotting the inaugural function on Sunday, alleging that the government has insulted the President.

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Winter Session of Parliament continues. Watch all the action here, LIVE!

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Day 5 of Parliament's monsoon session 2020. Watch all the action in both houses LIVE here.

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Watch Live! All the action in Parliament

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

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'Ridiculous': VP on MP mimicking him as Rahul films it

'Ridiculous': VP on MP mimicking him as Rahul films it

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

The chairman raised the issue of mimicry of the speaker and the chairman by an MP and the videography of the act, saying this was shameful and there has to be a limit.

TDP, YSRCP break Oppn ranks, attend Parliament

TDP, YSRCP break Oppn ranks, attend Parliament

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The joint Opposition including the Congress, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, the Trinamool Congress, the Left, the Telangana Rashtra Samithi and the Aam Aadmi Party did not join the Question Hour of the session when the House reassembled after its first adjournment till noon.

Not in sync with...: Dhankhar writes to Kharge on Parl disruptions

Not in sync with...: Dhankhar writes to Kharge on Parl disruptions

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

The three frenetic weeks of the Parliament's Winter session saw a security breach in the Lok Sabha, suspension of 146 MPs and the expulsion of Trinamool Congress member Mahua Moitra in the "bribe-for-query" case.

Congress moves breach of privilege notice against Modi for Nehru surname remark

Congress moves breach of privilege notice against Modi for Nehru surname remark

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Congress leader K C Venugopal on Friday gave Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar a breach of privilege notice against Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks on why former prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's family did not use his surname.

Yusuf Pathan opts out of Op Sindoor delegation, TMC slams Centre

Yusuf Pathan opts out of Op Sindoor delegation, TMC slams Centre

Rediff.com19 May 2025

'We are totally in favour of the country on matters of external affairs. Naming representatives for diplomatic multi-party delegations to counter Pak-backed terrorism is the choice of parties, not of the Centre'

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

NCP to support candidate chosen by Shiv Sena in RS polls: Pawar

Rediff.com22 May 2022

The BJP can win two Rajya Sabha seats with the number of MLAs it has, while the ruling allies Shiv Sena, Congress and NCP in Maharashtra can win a seat each.

SC refuses to entertain fresh plea challenging Waqf Act

SC refuses to entertain fresh plea challenging Waqf Act

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a fresh plea challenging constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.