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Unfortunate atmosphere created in house: Union Minister Gajendra Singh on opposition walkout

New Delhi, December 19: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in reference to the opposition walkout during the debate of the VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, termed it unfortunate.

Arjun Ram Meghwal defends G RAM-G Bill as Oppn cries 'autocracy'

New Delhi, Dec 19: After the Lok Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB–G RAM G Bill), Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Friday, backed the government, asserting that improvements and reforms are a natural part of every welfare scheme, adding that similar changes were made even when the opposition parties were in power.

LS passes VB-G RAM G Bill amid Oppn protest; PM Modi keeps Gandhi's ideals alive, says Shivraj Chouhan

New Delhi, Dec 18: In a tumultuous session marked by loud protests and sloganeering from Opposition benches, the Lok Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM-G Bill) via voice vote on Thursday.

Ruckus in LS as Oppn demands VB-G Ram G Bill to be referred to Standing Committee or JPC

New Delhi, Dec 18: The Lok Sabha descended into pandemonium on Thursday as Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan attempted to deliver the government's reply on the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM-G Bill), amid relentless sloganeering and protests from the opposition benches.

Oppn storms LS over MGNREGA name change, Priyanka Gandhi flags threat to employment guarantee

New Delhi, Dec 16: As the Lok Sabha reconvened on Tuesday, the opposition mounted a strong protest against the introduction of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G), 2025, which seeks to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).

Maha Oppn protests police action against trainees of CM Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana

Nagpur, Dec 14: The opposition on Sunday criticised the Mahayuti government in the Assembly over the issue of trainees from the CM Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana being thrashed by the police.

Opposition stages protest over farmers' distress during Maha Winter Session

Nagpur, Dec 9: The second day of the Maharashtra Legislature’s Winter Session on Tuesday saw the opposition staging a forceful protest over what they termed the state government’s “continued neglect” of farmers.

Opposition protests only for media attention, says Union Minister Giriraj Singh

New Delhi, December 3: Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday criticised the Opposition for their protests in Parliament, saying their actions are aimed at grabbing media attention "as they have lost public support".

Govt steers Bills amid Oppn bid to disrupt Parliament proceedings

New Delhi, Dec 2: The ongoing Winter Session of Parliament witnessed yet another series of disruptions on the second consecutive day as both Houses were finally adjourned amidst persistent uproar by the Opposition benches.

Rajya Sabha witnesses heated exchange over SIR despite govt's assurance on debate

New Delhi, Dec 2: The Rajya Sabha experienced a heated standoff on Tuesday as opposition leaders, led by Congress veteran Mallikarjun Kharge, called for an urgent debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They accused the process of causing suicides and voter disenfranchisement across 12 states and union territories.

Opposition calls SIR a 'human tragedy' after BLOs' deaths

New Delhi, Dec 2: Opposition parties on Tuesday intensified their criticism of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, calling it a "human tragedy" following reports of several Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) allegedly dying by suicide due to work-related stress. They also demanded an urgent discussion on the issue in the Parliament.

Oppn stages protest in Parliament premises, Rahul and Priyanka lead charge over SIR 

New Delhi, Dec 2: The beginning of Day 2 of the Parliament's Winter Session was marked by protests and demonstrations as the Opposition members kept up the heat on the government over issues of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and electoral reforms.

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day amid continued uproar over SIR

New Delhi, December 2: The second day of the winter session of Parliament was adjourned at 2:05 PM on Tuesday, amid repeated demands by the Opposition to hold a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls across the country.

Parliament Winter Session: Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm amid Opposition protests over SIR

New Delhi, December 2: The Rajya Sabha was adjourned till 2 pm on Tuesday following continued sloganeering by Opposition MPs over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, marking another day of disruptions in Parliament during the Winter Session.

Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 PM; Kiren Rijiju urges for Opposition cooperation to ensure House functioning

New Delhi, December 2: Shortly after Lok Sabha resumed its proceedings at noon on Tuesday, the Lower House of Parliament was adjourned just nine minutes later till 2 PM amid continued sloganeering by Opposition MPs demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Rijiju urges Opposition to maintain discipline in Parliament amid protests over Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

New Delhi, December 2: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday appealed to Opposition MPs to allow the House to function, amid continued protests demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

MP Tiruchi Siva moves suspension of business notice in Rajya Sabha to discuss need for electoral reforms

New Delhi, December 2: Rajya Sabha MP and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader Tiruchi Siva has given a suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267 and demanded a discussion on the need for electoral reforms for further strengthening the electoral processes in the country.

'Oppn's slogans are against country': BJP MP on SIR row in Lok Sabha

New Delhi, Dec 2: The political storm over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls intensified on Tuesday, with BJP MP Shashank Mani Tripathi strongly criticising the opposition, accusing them of spreading confusion and targeting constitutional institutions for political gain.

Lok Saha sees adjournments on first day of winter session; PM Modi highlights importance of informed debate

New Delhi, December 2: Lok Sabha saw adjournments on the first day of the winter session and the government and treasury benches sparred in the Rajya Sabha as the government went ahead with its legislative agenda.

Govt not honouring its assurances on electoral reforms: DMK MP Tiruchi Siva after all-party meet

New Delhi, December 1: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Tiruchi Siva on Monday accused the Central government of going back on its commitments regarding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and electoral reforms, saying they had been repeatedly assured that the matter would be taken up, but no definite timeline was ever provided.

Parliament winter session: After heated first day, Oppn MPs to protest on second day, demanding discussion on electoral reforms

New Delhi, December 1: Opposition MPs will hold a protest on December 2 (Tuesday) at 10.30 AM in front of Makar Dwar of the Parliament, demanding a discussion on electoral reforms.

Lok Sabha adjourned for the day amid continued sloganeering by Opposition MPs

New Delhi, December 1: The Lower House of the Parliament, the Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day on Monday, and will meet on Tuesday (December 2), 11 AM.

'We have started drama theatre group, Oppn should join': Ravi Kishan

New Delhi, Dec 1: As the Winter Session of Parliament began with the Opposition ruckus on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) issue, BJP MP Ravi Kishan on Monday took a jibe at the opposition, saying a “drama theatre group” had been started and the opposition was welcome to join.

'Sanctity of democracy is hijacked': Cong blasts Centre over LS uproar

New Delhi, Dec 1: Congress on Monday accused the Centre of repeatedly denying the Opposition an opportunity to raise its concerns in Parliament, after the Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day following persistent sloganeering.

Creating ruckus in Parliament is a flawed approach: Chirag Paswan hits out at Oppn

New Delhi, Dec 1: Union Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan lashed out at the Opposition for obstructing the Parliamentary proceedings and called it a "flawed approach".

Speaking about issues or raising them in Parliament is not drama: Priyanka Gandhi

New Delhi, Dec 1: As the Winter Session of Parliament witnessed heated exchanges over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday said that raising public concerns in Parliament cannot be termed as “drama”.

Democracy will be strengthened when our right to vote respected: Oppn escalates attack over SIR in Parliament

New Delhi, Dec 1: The Opposition on Monday intensified its attack on the government over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with senior leaders across parties alleging large-scale voter deletions, irregularities, and attempts at “vote chori.”

LS sees 2nd adjournment on Day 1 as Oppn storms well over 'vote theft', SIR issues

New Delhi, Dec 1: The Winter Session of Lok Sabha plunged into turmoil yet again on Monday as vociferous protests by opposition members over alleged “vote chori” in recent elections and the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 states and union territories forced a second adjournment of the day till 2 p.m.

Lok Sabha pays tribute to Dharmendra, four other former members

New Delhi, Dec 1: The Winter Session of Parliament opened on a turbulent note on Monday as the Lok Sabha was forced to adjourn till noon barely minutes after it assembled at 11 a.m., drowned out by unrelenting opposition protests. As soon as the House met, Speaker Om Birla led members in paying rich tributes to five former parliamentarians who passed away recently.

Parliament's winter session gears up for fiery speeches and heated arguments

New Delhi, Nov 29: The coldest of Delhi’s winters may fail to call a chill to the fiery speeches and heated arguments that Parliamentarians are readying for when they reassemble for the next session beginning Monday, December 1.

SIR or other processes, institutions follow the required procedures: Speaker Om Birla

Jaipur, November 25: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has said that all institutions have their respective roles in a democracy and whether it is SIR or other processes, institutions follow the required procedures.

Pakistan: Opposition alliance vows to hold protest for restoration of constitution

Islamabad, Nov 14: Pakistan's opposition alliance, the Tehreek-i-Tahafuz Ayeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP), on Friday pledged to hold protests through all democratic means for the restoration of the Constitution to its original form after the passage of the controversial 26th and 27th Amendments, local media reported.

Pune land deal row: Oppn slams Mahayuti govt for 'omitting' name of Ajit Pawar's son in FIR

Mumbai, Nov 7: Opposition parties and anti corruption activists on Friday slammed the Mahayuti government for "omitting" the name of Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son Parth Pawar, the partner of Amedea Enterprises LLP, in the FIR lodged in connection with the multi crore deal of a 40 acres of "Mahar Watan" land (classified as government land) in Mundhwa Koregaon Park.

'Maintain transparency': Maha SEC directs checking of duplicate names in electoral rolls

Mumbai, Oct 29: Amid charges of vote theft and bogus and duplicate names in the electoral rolls, Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC), on Wednesday, directed all concerned authorities to check possible duplicate names in the voter lists, taking appropriate precautions and necessary action in order to maintain transparency and accuracy in the upcoming local and civic body elections to be held in the state.

Sabarimala gold plating row: Uproar in Kerala assembly for third day

Thiruvananthapuram, October 8: For the third consecutive day, the Kerala Legislative Assembly was rocked by an uproar from the opposition parties over the Sabarimala gold plating controversy on Wednesday.

Not allowing tabling of bill undemocratic: HM Amit Shah on 130th Amendment

New Delhi, Aug 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said not allowing any bill or Constitution amendment bill of the government from being presented in the House is not an appropriate behaviour exhibited by the Opposition in a democracy.

Step towards good governance: Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill

New Delhi, August 25: Union Minister for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Monday defended the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, calling it a step towards "good governance".

Constitutional Amendment Bill to oust tainted Ministers: Arjun Ram Meghwal slams Opposition's stand

New Delhi, Aug 25: Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Monday, questioned the opposition parties' resistance to the 130th Constitutional Amendment, hinting that they might be afraid of their Chief Ministers getting arrested.

Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die; Parliament passes 15 bills in monsoon session

New Delhi, August 21: Parliament passed 15 bills during the monsoon session that saw continuous protests from the opposition members over their demand for debate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, with several legislations passed without debate.

Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die; Online Gaming Regulation Bill passed amid Oppn ruckus

New Delhi, Aug 21: In a session marked by loud protests and persistent sloganeering, the Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die on Thursday after the passage of 'The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025' introduced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.