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Business Standard
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
INDIA bloc continues protest against Bihar's SIR, Congress leaders join in
Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday joined the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc MPs in protesting against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in poll-bound Bihar, and also the "arrest of labourers in BJP-ruled states" while being outside Parliament at Makar Dwar. Sonia Gandhi joined the protest, holding the large banner 'SIR-attack on Democracy,' and stood beside her daughter and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi. Other leaders like Pramod Tiwari and Manickam Tagore were also present. The INDIA bloc protest was also joined by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs protesting against the "arrest of labourers in BJP-ruled states." The party has been separately protesting for a few days against the alleged mistreatment of Bengalis in other states, however today, they joined the larger protest while the other MPs held caricature posters criticising the Election Commission (EC). The SIR cartoon portrayed a man labelled "EC" dressed in uniform and shackled, holding what resembles an EVM (Electronic Voting Machine), with a speech bubble saying "YES SIR." The tweet was captioned with a single, sharp hashtag: #SIR, a clear reference to the recent allegations by opposition parties that the ECI is functioning under pressure from the central government, especially in light of developments in Bihar. MPs of the INDIA bloc have been protesting against the voter roll revision on since the commencement of the monsoon session on July 21 both in and outside of Parliament. Earlier on July 29, multiple leaders, including Congress MPs Gaurav Gogoi, Manickam Tagore, Hibi Eden, DMK MP Kanimozhi, JMM MP Mahua Maji, RJD MP Manoj Jha protested in the ongoing rain ahead of the commencement of today's session in Parliament, holding up posters and demanding a halt to the exercise. Congress MP Manickam Tagore posted a cartoon on X, mocking the Election Commission of India (ECI) in connection with the recent controversy over the SIR. Meanwhile, the Lok Sabha List of Business for Wednesday states that Union Home Minister Amit Shah will move a resolution to extend President's rule in the ethnic violence-hit state of Manipur for six months. The President's rule was imposed in Manipur on February 13, days after N Biren Singh resigned from the Chief Minister's position. Under the motion, the President's rule will be extended till February 13, 2026, after the Parliament's concession. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Congress MP Manickam Tagore mocks Election Commission with 'YES SIR' cartoon amid Bihar SIR row
Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Tuesday posted a cartoon on X, mocking the Election Commission of India (ECI) in connection with the recent controversy over the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) in Bihar . The cartoon shared by Congress MP portrays a man labelled "EC" dressed in uniform and shackled, holding what resembles an EVM (Electronic Voting Machine), with a speech bubble saying "YES SIR." The tweet was captioned with a single, sharp hashtag: #SIR, a clear reference to the recent allegations by opposition parties that the ECI is functioning under pressure from the central government, especially in light of developments in Bihar. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Tagore has accused the Centre, led by BJP of misusing the Election Commission as a political tool to disenfranchise marginalised communities , including the poor, Dalits, and backward castes. Earlier on Thursday, Tagore alleged more than 56 lakh voters are being removed from the voter list in Bihar after the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision and termed it an "attack" on democracy. He also reiterated the opposition's demand for a discussion on the exercise in Parliament. Live Events "The INDIA bloc wants the Parliament to discuss the SIR issue because more than 56 lakh voters are being removed from the electoral roll. This is an attack on democracy and the election process itself. The EC has become an agent of the BJP. As Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi has said, We want a discussion in the Parliament, but the government is not conceding to any kind of demands on the SIR," Tagore told ANI. Moreover, Congress MP Tagore moved an adjournment motion notice in the Lok Sabha on Monday morning to discuss the "mass demolition drives" in Delhi. He said that the demolition drives were a "violation of the orders" and were leading to the forced displacement of marginalised families. "This House expresses deep concern over the ongoing demolition drives in various parts of Delhi-including Jailorwala Bagh, Govindpuri, and Jamia Nagar, especially the demolition of homes in Madrasi Camp (Govindpuri), where hundreds of Tamil-speaking Indian citizens, daily wage labourers, domestic workers, and construction workers were forcefully evicted without proper rehabilitation," the notice read. Tagore pointed out that the Tamil migrants who have been living in Madrasi Camp for 50 years were rendered homeless, bracing rains with no access to essential services such as water, electricity and medical care. "The Madrasi Camp, established nearly 50 years ago, was home to migrant Tamils who moved to Delhi in search of livelihood. Generations have lived there, contributed to the capital's economy, and voted in every election as full citizens of India. Today, they are homeless, living under tarpaulins in the rain, with no access to water, electricity, or medical care. Across Delhi, over 27,000 people have been forcibly evicted, with more than 9,000 families not even considered for rehabilitation," the notice read. The Congress Lok Sabha MP criticised the action of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for "disregarding legal directives". "Despite stay orders from the Delhi High Court, bulldozers razed homes, violating fundamental rights to shelter, dignity, and justice. The actions of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) have not only disregarded legal directives but also trampled upon the humanitarian values enshrined in our Constitution," he said. Asserting that the lower house can't remain a mute spectator, Tagore argued that the centre and DDA must be held accountable for these "unconstitutional and heartless actions." Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition (LoP), visited the affected sites and met families living under plastic sheets in the rain.
Economic Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Monsoon Session Live Fiery Bihar SIR probe continues in Rajya Sabha
The INDIA bloc is pushing hard for a parliamentary discussion on the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue. This comes amid concerns that the electoral roll revision could disenfranchise marginalized communities, particularly in Bihar, ahead of the state's upcoming assembly elections. In fact, Opposition MPs like Congress's Manickam Tagore have submitted adjournment motions in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, demanding an urgent debate on the matter. Show more 05:01 03:26 03:01 04:27 03:54 03:07 12:45 01:56 04:04 03:15 04:14 02:49 04:23 06:56 04:36 02:12 03:11 08:45 05:31 03:21 18:22 12:02 18:58 05:28
India Today
7 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Parliament Monsoon Session Day 4 Live: Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 pm as Opposition continues uproar over Bihar roll revision
Six retiring members were given a farewell in the Upper House. #MonsoonSession2025 #Rajyasabha bid farewell to the 6 retiring members of Rajya Sabha. P. Wilson has been re-elected as #RajyaSabha member of Parliament @harivansh1956 @PWilsonDMK — SansadTV (@sansad_tv) July 24, 2025 On his meeting with Union Minister JP Nadda, JDU MP and Minister of State Ram Nath Thakur said, "There was no discussion on Vice President of India. It was a review meeting attended by 11 MPs and four ministers. I am an ordinary worker of my party, not a senior leader. I follow the orders given by the party". His name was among those speculated as potential contenders for the post of Vice President. The Lok Sabha was adjourned till 2 PM shortly after it reconvened, as the Opposition pressed for a debate on the Bihar voters list. Opposition MPs staged a protest outside Parliament ahead of the fourth day of the Monsoon Session. JDU MP Giridhari Yadav questioned the SIR exercise in Bihar saying, 'The Election Commission is a constitutional body. They have the right to conduct the SIR exercise, but the given time is not enough for Bihar." He added, "It is the farming season in Bihar. The people who work outside Bihar are facing a lot of issues. After Lok Sabha election, they had a time of a year, this could have been done at that time.' Congress MP Manickam Tagore said that the Opposition wants the opportunity for Rahul Gandhi to speak over the SIR exercise. "We have been pleading for three days. But, we got to hear 'Mann Ki Baat' in Parliament… Election Commission has deleted 56 lakh voters. The history will remember that Election Commission and Gyanesh Kumar have worked as BJP's election wing," he said,. VIDEO | Delhi: Congress MP Manickam Tagore (@manickamtagore) reacts to opposition MPs protesting against Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls in Bihar. He says, 'We want the opportunity for opposition leader Rahul Gandhi Ji to speak over the SIR exercise. We have… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 24, 2025 The standing committees of the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Communications and Information Technology will also table their reports today on action taken by the government on the recommendations made by these panels on the various subjects. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal is expected to move 'The Readjustment of Representation of Scheduled Tribes in Assembly Constituencies of the State of Goa Bill' in Lok Sabha today. The bill 'enables reservation of seats in accordance with article 332 of the Constitution for effective democratic participation of members of Scheduled Tribes and to provide for the readjustment of seats in the Legislative Assembly of the State of Goa, in so far as such readjustment is necessitated by inclusion of certain communities in the list of the Scheduled Tribes in the State of Goa and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto, be taken into consideration.' AAP MP Sanjay Singh has given Suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267 and demands discussion on the constitutional and electoral implications of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal will move The Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 in Parliament today; it is expected to be passed. The Bill aims to consolidate and amend the law relating to merchant shipping to ensure compliance with India's obligation under the maritime treaties and international instruments to which India is a party and also to ensure the development of Indian shipping and efficient maintenance of Indian mercantile marine in a manner best suited to serve the national interest and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. Rajya Sabha MP Akhilesh Prasad Singh has given Suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267 and demands discussion on the constitutional and electoral implications of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar.
Indian Express
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Parliament Monsoon Session Day 3 LIVE: Sports Governance Bill likely to be tabled today; Bihar SIR to remain in focus
Parliament Monsoon Session Today Live News Updates, July 23: On the third day of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, the National Sports Bill (Sports Governance Bill) is likely to be tabled in the Lok Sabha, aimed at bringing the Indian cricket board BCCI under its preview along with the 45 National Sports Federations (NSFs). If the Bill is passed and implemented as a law, the the BCCI will have to be recognised by a proposed National Sports Board, letting go of its status as an autonomous body. The Bill is aimed at at bringing more transparency, athletic-centric reform and a quick resolution of disputes. Opposition protests over Bihar SIR: Parliament on Tuesday was rocked by protests over the ongoing voter-roll revision in Bihar, with Opposition MPs raising slogans and carrying placards inside both the Houses. Ruckus in the Parliament led to the washout of proceedings in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on Day 2 of the Monsoon Session. Opposition members were seen trooping to the Well of the House at 11 am, demanding a rollback of the SIR exercise, leading to adjournment of both Houses. At around 2 pm on Tuesday, both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned till the next day due to constant sloganeering. MPs push for Yashwant Varma's impeachment: 145 Lok Sabha members and 63 Opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha submitted a memorandum to remove Justice Yashwant Varma under Articles 124, 217, and 218 of the Constitution. Lok Sabha was adjourned till 4 pm, minutes after resuming at 2 pm as the Opposition continued to shout slogans. However, proceedings resume in Rajya Sabha. Monsoon session will comprise a total of 21 sittings, spread over 32 days, and will conclude on August 21. In between, both the Houses will be adjourned on August 12, 2025, and will reassemble on Monday, August 18, to facilitate Independence Day celebrations. On Day 3 of the Monsoon session, Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an Adjournment Motion to discuss the urgent matter of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls in Bihar and its threat to Democratic Rights.
