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The Print
8 hours ago
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- The Print
Parliament monsoon session adjourned till noon today
The protesting members did not relent to appeals by Speaker as well as Union Agricultrue and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan to let the house conduct the Question Hour. The Speaker adjourned the House as Opposition members continued their protests seeking a discussion on the Pahalgam terrorist attack and other issues. He objected to the use of placards in the well of the house. New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday adjourned the Lower House of Parliament till noon minutes after it convened for the second day of the ongoing Monsoon Session Rajya Sabha was also adjourned till noon today amidst sloganeering by the opposition. Opposition leaders moved adjournment motion notices in both lower and upper houses to discuss various issues of public importance, including the special intensive revision (SIR) being carried out by the Election Commission (EC) in Bihar ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi moved an adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha to discuss the SIR by EC in Bihar, demanding reconsideration of the electoral roll revision criteria. Expressing concern over the exclusion of Aadhaar and PAN cards from the requisite 11 documents listed by the Election Commission for voter verification, Gogoi said that both these documents remain essential for accessing government schemes, and considering them invalid for verification was a significant concern. 'Today, in India, where Aadhaar and PAN cards are considered essential for accessing any government scheme, considering them invalid for verifying the right to vote points out to a major concern. The Indian Constitution grants every citizen of India the right to vote. The current documentation demand affects marginalised, rural, elderly, and poor voters, who may not possess the documents specified by the Election Commission,' the notice signed by Gogoi read. In Lok Sabha, Congress MP Manickam Tagore also gave a notice to move an adjournment motion to discuss the SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar and its 'threat to democratic rights.' In Rajya Sabha, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh gave a notice of motion to discuss the 'constitutional and electoral implications' of SIR of electoral rolls in Bihar. The Opposition moved 12 notices under Rule 267, requiring the suspension of the day's business to debate the listed issue. One of the notices moved by CPI MP P Sandosh was on the sudden resignation of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar. Congress' Rajya Sabha MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh has also given Suspension of Business Notice under rule 267 to discuss the concerns arising out of the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar ahead of elections. Congress MPs Ranjeet Ranjan and Neeraj Dangi have also given adjournment motion notices to discuss the concerns arising out of the Election Commission's SIR exercise in Bihar and its proposed expansion to states such as West Bengal. On the first day of the monsoon session yesterday, the Lower House of Parliament was adjourned until 11 am amid opposition leaders demanding the opportunity to speak in the House. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured that the government is ready to discuss every issue in Parliament. But due to the uproar by the opposition, the Lok Sabha was adjourned three times. The House, which commenced on 11 pm on Monday, was earlier adjourned until 4 pm due to constant sloganeering from the opposition leaders . Earlier, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed anguish at the disruptions in the House and appealed to members to allow debate and discussion to take place. The house resumed at 4 pm, but due to constant ruckus, it was later adjourned until today. Rajya Sabha after one adjournment in the morning took up the Question Hour and Special mention and also passed the Lading Bill 2025 after discussion. Later, in a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee of Parliament, it was decided to hold a discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, which was launched by the Armed Forces in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Sixteen hours have been allocated for this debate. Besides, 12 hours have been allocated in the Lower House for the discussion on the Income Tax Bill, 2025 and nine hours in the Rajya Sabha. Yesterday, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar who is also Chairman of Rajya Sabha, sent his resignation letter to President Droupadi Murmu.'To prioritise health care and abide by medical advice, I hereby resign as the Vice President of India, effective immediately, in accordance with Article 67(a) of the constitution,' the letter read. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content. Also Read: 610 stolen antiques were recovered between 2020-24, highest from USA, Modi govt tells Parliament
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'Govt Is Being Secretive': Congress Demands Op Sindoor Debate, Seeks PM Modi's Presence In Parl
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticised the government for not including Pahalgam and Operation Sindoor in the BAC meeting agenda at the start of the monsoon session. He said there was no clarity on when the discussion would take place or if the Prime Minister would be present. Gogoi accused the government of being secretive and ignoring repeated opposition demands, including for a special session. He stressed that the issue must be taken up on priority, especially after international comments on India's armed forces. Gogoi questioned the urgency of the PM's foreign tour, asking why the debate couldn't happen immediately in Parliament.#gauravgogoi #pahalgamattack #operationsindoor #monsoonsession #parliament #congress #nationalsecurity #toi #toibharat
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi moves adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha ahead of Parliament Monsoon Session
Deputy Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha , Gaurav Gogoi , has moved a notice to seek an adjournment motion in the House on Monday to discuss the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor during the Monsoon Session of the Parliament ,which begins today. Giving a notice to the Secretary General of Lok Sabha, Gogoi wrote, "I seek to move an adjournment of the business of the House to discuss a matter of urgent national importance: the terror attack in Pahalgam, India's military response through Operation Sindoor, and the political and diplomatic developments that followed." Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category He raised concerns over the alleged role of US President Donald Trump in the ceasefire during the Operation Sindoor. The Congress MP wrote, "First, the sudden announcement of a ceasefire after the operation without briefing Parliament- has created confusion about its terms, timing, and stakeholders. Second, the President of the United States made controversial claims suggesting the ceasefire was externally brokered and that he personally intervened with Pakistan's military leadership. These statements, if unchallenged, risk undermining India's sovereign standing in regional security." "Third, the Chief of Defence Staff made public remarks on the nature and location of Operation Sindoor at an international forum, raising questions about the protocols governing strategic disclosures," the notice read. Live Events Meanwhile, AAP MP Sanjay Singh moved a request for the Suspension of Business in the Rajya Sabha to discuss the issue of shutdown and merger of government schools, especially in Uttar Pradesh. Singh wrote to the Secretary General of the Upper House under Rule 267 (Notice of Motion for Suspension of Rules) of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha). Earlier today, Congress MP Syed Naseer Hussain moved a notice of motion in Rajya Sabha to discuss the issue of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of electoral rolls in Bihar, conducted months ahead of the legislative assembly elections in the state. In a notice given to the General Secretary of the Rajya Sabha under Rule 267 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Council of States (Rajya Sabha), the Congress MP urged the house to discuss the concerns arising out of the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar. The Monsoon Session of the Parliament will begin today and will continue till August 21, with a break from August 12 to August 18. There will be a total of 21 sittings across 32 days.
Mint
2 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
All-party meeting: Opposition demands PM Modi's reply on THESE issues
Leaders from various political parties attended an all-party meeting convened by the central government on Sunday, ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Among the leaders present were Congress MPs K Suresh, Gaurav Gogoi and Jairam Ramesh, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, Union Minister Anupriya Patel, NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule, BJP MP Ravi Kishan, and others. At the all-party meeting, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said the party will seek Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement on Trump's claims, 'lapses' in Pahalgam and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll in Bihar. Gaurav Gogoi said it "will be very important for Prime Minister Modi to come to this House and put forth his views on" three subjects. These include: 1. The Pahalgam terror attack, Lieutenant Governor's Manoj Sinha's comment in it and US President Donald Trump's claim on "US-brokered" deal between India and Pakistan. "The statements coming from the US President today, in some way, raise questions on the dignity of India, the bravery of the Indian answers to the US President can be given only by the Prime Minister," Gogoi told news agency ANI. 2. Gaurav Gogoi also raised questions on the right of every citizen to vote and the concerns regarding the special intensive revision in Bihar. "...it is the duty of the Prime Minister to put forth the position of his government or the government's side inside the House.," he said. 3. Speaking about the importance of discussing India's defence and foreign policy, Gogoi said senior army officers have raised a 'very sensitive issue about the two-front axis that has been formed on our border with China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.' The Congress leader said that as the head of the government, it is "incumbent and moral responsibility" of the Prime Minister to speak to the nation on all these issues in Parliament. "I hope that the Prime Minister will fulfill his moral and ethical duty," he said. The Monsoon Session of Parliament will begin on July 21 and continue until August 21.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
All-party meet: Pahalgam terror attack, Trump's ceasefire claims among issues flagged by oppn; key points
NEW DELHI: Day before the start of Parliament Monsoon session, an all-party meeting was convened by the government to seek cooperation for the smooth functioning of the House. However, the meeting quickly turned into a platform for opposition parties to put forward a list of pressing issues they plan to raise during the session. Top among their concerns are the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan and the alleged electoral roll manipulation in Bihar under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Leaders from across the political spectrum participated in the meeting, setting the stage for the Monsoon session. Key points from the meeting: Government seeks cooperation, opposition flags serious concerns The meeting, aimed at ensuring the smooth conduct of the Monsoon session, was attended by leaders across party lines. The government was represented by Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju and minister of state Arjun Ram Meghwal. Opposition parties made it clear that cooperation in the House would hinge on the government addressing their key concerns. Congress demands PM's statement on Trump's ceasefire remarks, Pahalgam attack Congress leaders Gaurav Gogoi and Jairam Ramesh participated in the meeting, with Gogoi stating, 'It is incumbent on PM Modi to give a statement in Parliament on the key issues raised by the Congress.' The Congress is pressing for answers regarding the Pahalgam terror attack , where perpetrators remain at large. They are also demanding clarity over Donald Trump's repeated claims that he mediated a ceasefire during India-Pakistan tensions. Later speaking to reporters, Gogoi expanded on these concerns : 'This time we have more hope than before that Prime Minister Modi will address the country through the House. Those important issues are Pahalgam, the things that the Lieutenant Governor said about it. A lot of time has passed and the government will have to put forth its point on it.""The statements coming from the US President today, in some way, raise questions on the dignity of India, the bravery of the Indian Army. The answers to the US President can be given only by the Prime Minister.""Secondly, important questions are being raised today regarding the right to vote. The way the Election Commission is shying away from talking to various political parties and is not giving clarifications... very important questions have also been raised about this. Being the head of the government, it is the duty of the Prime Minister to put forth the position of his government.""Today, this government is also bringing various bills regarding Manipur... The Prime Minister had said about Manipur that peace will come in a few months. Almost two and a half years have passed and we are not able to see an atmosphere of peace. The Prime Minister goes to small countries. But in a small state of our own country, where fire is still there, he is avoiding it for some reason. We hope for a positive discussion in the coming session.' AAP raises 'electoral scam' in Bihar, slum demolitions in Delhi AAP MP Sanjay Singh highlighted concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls in Bihar, calling it a 'poll scam.' He said, 'SIR exercise should stop in Bihar. Electoral scam is going on… If the government does not answer, we will raise questions inside and outside the House.' Singh also demanded the government clarify Trump's ceasefire remarks and condemned the demolition of slums in Delhi. INDIA bloc sets agenda for Monsoon session The opposition INDIA bloc resolved to prioritise the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor fallout in Parliament. RSP MP NK Premachandran said, 'Revision of the voter list in Bihar and the attitude of the Election Commission will also be raised. Economic issues, foreign policy, and the Ahmedabad plane crash are on the agenda too.' He confirmed that all INDIA bloc members except the Aam Aadmi Party attended a preparatory meeting held earlier. NCP, DMK, RPI(A) among parties present Prominent attendees included Supriya Sule (NCP–Sharad Pawar faction), T R Baalu (DMK), and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale (RPI–A), indicating wide participation across the political spectrum. The government is expected to take note of the opposition's demands ahead of a politically charged session. Congress MP Pramod Tiwari outlines agenda Speaking to reporters, Tiwari said, 'Those involved in the Pahalgam terror attack have not been caught. We want the PM to directly answer our questions. Bihar SIR is also on our priority list.' He added that several other matters would be raised during the Monsoon session.
