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Muslim Law Board to move court if Rajya Sabha clears Waqf Bill: Maulana Khalid Rashid
Lucknow, April 3: All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) member Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali on Thursday said that if the Rajya Sabha passes the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, they will challenge it in court.
Lok Sabha passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill after marathon debate
New Delhi, April 3: The much-discussed Waqf (Amendment) Bill remained one of the major subjects of discussion on Wednesday as the Lower House of the Parliament witnessed its tabling. After a marathon debate on the Bill that went on for almost 12 hours, it was eventually passed in the Lok Sabha in the early hours of Thursday. The Bill was approved by the Lower House with a majority of 288 votes against 232.
Parliament approves Immigration and Foreigners Bill-2025
New Delhi, April 2: The Parliament on Wednesday approved Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 seeking to regulate immigration, entry and stay of foreigners in the country. The Rajya Sabha gave nod to the Bill after holding a discussion on it which has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.
Section 40 enabled Waqf Board to usurp any land that it wished: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Waqf Amendment Bill
New Delhi, April 2: Amid the fierce debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Wednesday claimed that section 40 of the 2013 act was a "potent cocktail that enabled the Waqf Board to usurp any land that it wished" and described it as a "Frankenstein Monster".
Most draconian Waqf section 40 to be done away with: Kiren Rijiju
New Delhi, April 2: Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday said the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposes to repeal Section 40 of the 1995 Act, as it gives the boards power to decide on a property.
After LS nod, Amit Shah to move Immigration and Foreigners Bill in RS today
New Delhi, April 2: The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday will discuss the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 which has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.
Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to be tabled in Lok Sabha today amidst political standoff
New Delhi, April 2: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is expected to be tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, with both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress issuing whips to their MPs to ensure their presence in the House.
BJP issues whip to Rajya Sabha MPs to be present in Parliament on April 3
New Delhi, April 1: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday issued a whip to all its Rajya Sabha MPs, mandating their presence in the Parliament on April 3 to support the government's stand on key legislative matters.
Don't mix religion and politics: Parties react to Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council's support for Waqf Bill
New Delhi, April 1: The Kerala Catholic Bishops' Council (KCBC) has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to support the Centre’s Waqf (Amendment) Bill, advocating for the amendment of certain provisions they consider unfair. This appeal has sparked varied reactions from political leaders across the spectrum.
India's relation with Bangladesh discussed in Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs: Shashi Tharoor
New Delhi, March 26: Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs Chairman Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday informed that discussion with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on India's relationship with Bangladesh were held during the standing committee meeting.
Parliament passes Disaster Management Amendment Bill, Amit Shah says opposition's concerns over centralization are misplaced
New Delhi, March 25: A bill that seeks to shift the approach to disaster management from reactive to proactive with renewed thrust on prevention, mitigation, and preparedness was passed by Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.
MPs' salaries adjusted every 5 years based on the Cost Inflation Index, Centre's decision prevents 'arbitrary increase'
New Delhi, March 25: The recent notification from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, announcing a 24 per cent increase in the salaries, allowances, and pensions of Members of Parliament and former MPs, has given rise to various misconceptions among the public.
Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar calls for meeting with floor Leaders to discuss issues pertaining to Judiciary
New Delhi, March 25: The Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman called for a meeting with Floor Leaders on Tuesday to discuss issues pertaining to the Judiciary.
Araku Coffee launched in canteens of both houses of Parliament
New Delhi, March 24: Araku Coffee, the world's first terroir-mapped coffee was launched in the canteens of both houses of the Parliament on Monday afternoon.
Tamil Nadu MPs to meet PM Modi, press demands over delimitation: MK Stalin
Chennai, March 24: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday announced that all-party parliamentarians from the state will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to push for their demand for fair delimitation.
TN MPs to meet PM Modi, urge fair delimitation process: Chief Minister Stalin
Chennai, March 24: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin announced on Monday that a delegation of Members of Parliament from Tamil Nadu will soon meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urge a fair and transparent delimitation process.
Govt hikes salaries, allowances and pensions of MPs
New Delhi, March 24: The Centre has increased the salaries, allowances and pensions of Members of Parliament with effect from April 1, 2023, according to a gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs on Monday.
Former Solicitor General Harish Salve meets JPC on One Nation One Election
New Delhi, March 17: Former Solicitor General of India Harish Salve on Monday met the Joint Parliamentary Committee on One Nation One Election.
Kerala Asha Workers protest reverberates in Parliament
New Delhi/Thiruvananthapuram, March 10: Kerala Asha Workers' protest issue was raised in both houses of the Parliament on Monday, who continue to protest in front of the state secretariat.
Hold discussion on voters list in Parliament, demands Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, March 10: The Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on Monday demanded a detailed discussion in the Parliament on the contentious issue of voters list, citing alleged discrepancies in the electoral rolls and duplication of Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) numbers.
India witnessing new era of women in leadership roles: LS Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, March 8: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday paid rich tributes to the inspiring vision of the 15 women members of the Constituent Assembly, stating that their contributions continue to energize the nation and serve as a guiding force for future generations.
It doesn't work like that...: Hardeep Singh Puri attacks TN CM over give birth to child immediately remarks
New Delhi, March 7: Amid the delimitation row, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri attacked Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin over his "give birth to child immediately" remarks and said that producing more kids will not benefit during delimitation.
Om Birla, CM Sharma to inaugurate Rajasthan Constitution Club today
Jaipur, March 8: The world-class Constitution Club of Rajasthan, established by the Assembly, will be inaugurated on Saturday by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
Kharge calls Waqf JPC report 'unconstitutional'; Centre says Opposition misleading issue
New Delhi, Feb 13: The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Waqf (Amendment) bill tabled its report in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday amidst uproar by the members of the Opposition members. As the chaos prevailed, the House was adjourned for 10 minutes and convened again with both sides engaging in discussion on the bill.
Politically motivated: TMC's Kalyan Banerjee criticises Sitharaman's reply to budget debate
New Delhi, February 11: Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee on Tuesday criticized Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's reply to the Union Budget debate in the Lok Sabha and said it was "politically motivated, biased, and unsatisfactory".
Unless educated children come into mainstream... Kapil Sibal on Union Budget
New Delhi, February 11: Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on the Union Budget, MP Kapil Sibal on Tuesday emphasised that "unless the children get quality education, 'till then Bharat will never be Viksit".
Only authentic version of Constitution should be promulgated in country: Vice President Dhankhar
New Delhi, February 11: Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday asserted that the Constitution signed by the founding fathers carrying 22 miniatures is the "only authentic one" and only that should be promulgated in the country.
Maldives Parliamentary Delegation led by Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla visits Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, February 11: A Parliamentary delegation from the Maldives led by the Speaker of Maldives People's Majlis Abdul Raheem Abdulla visited both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha on Tuesday to witness the proceedings of Parliament.
Manner of US' deportation of Indians unacceptable: Shashi Tharoor
New Delhi, February 6: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said that how the United States deported over 100 Indian nationals recently was unacceptable, adding that the Opposition hopes Prime Minister Narendra Modi will raise this issue with the US administration during his visit next week.
Gareebon ki baat boring hi lagegi: PM Modi attacks Rahul Gandhi in Parliament
New Delhi, February 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday took a veiled jab at the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, saying that people who resort to "photo sessions" at the homes of the poor will find boring the discussion in Parliament about such deprived people.
President Murmu's address in Parliament will strengthen resolve for Viksit Bharat: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that President Droupadi Murmu's address to the two Houses of Parliament will strengthen the country's resolve for Viksit Bharat and provide inspiration to the common man.
President Murmu's address in Parliament will strengthen resolve for Viksit Bharat: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that President Droupadi Murmu's address to the two Houses of Parliament will strengthen the country's resolve for Visit Bharat and provide inspiration to the common man.
Russian parliamentary delegation calls on Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, February 4: A Russian Parliamentary delegation led by Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, paid a visit to the Parliament House on Monday, as per the Lok Sabha Secretariat.
Tribhuvan Sahkari University Bill introduced in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, February 3: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday introduced a bill in the Lok Sabha to establish the Institute of Rural Management Anand as a university, which will be called the "Tribhuvan" Sahkari University.
Budget Session: Ruckus erupted in Parliament over Mahakumbh stampede incident
New Delhi, February 3: A political uproar has erupted in both the Lower House and Upper House of the Parliament disrupting the proceedings on the second day of the Budget Session.
'Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama' earns recognition in Parliament
Mumbai, Feb 2: "Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama" has received a significant milestone with official recognition in the Indian Parliament.
Cost of chaos: How disruptions have dominated Parliamentary sessions over the years
New Delhi, Jan 31: India, as the world's largest democracy, is expected to set the standard for effective Parliamentary functioning. However, in recent years, opposition's continuous disruptions, protests, and walkouts have hindered the nation's democratic processes.
First parliamentary session in 10 years that begins without any foreign interference: PM Modi
New Delhi, January 31: Moments before the commencement of the Budget Session 2025-26, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that this is the first Parliament session in which he witnessed "no foreign interference" since 2014.
Budget session 2025-26 to commence today; Finance Minister to present Economic Survey at noon
New Delhi, January 31: The budget session of the Parliament will commence today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing the joint sitting of the two Houses at around 11 am.
Budget session of Parliament kicks off tomorrow
New Delhi, Jan 30: The Budget Session of Parliament will begin on Friday (January 31) with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman scheduled to table the Economic Survey after President Droupadi Murmu addresses the joint session of both Houses in the morning.