LOK SABHA SESSION
Govt plans special session of Parliament to pass women's quota amendment bill, confident of 15-18 vote margin
The government intends to call a special session of Parliament for passing a Constitution amendment bill. This proposed amendment aims to introduce 33 percent reservation for women in Parliament and state assemblies. The Lok Sabha's strength may increase from 543 to a maximum of 850 seats through delimitation. The government seeks to finalize details around seat ratios based on the 1971 Census.
Session Unprorogued for Record 88 Days: Congress
Congress has noted the current monsoon session of Parliament has lasted a record 88 days. They accused Union home minister Amit Shah of trying to manipulate support for the delimitation bill. Congess spokesperson Jairam Ramesh expressed confidence in a united Opposition against the bill if Shah uses aggressive tactics. Additionally, Pawan Khera clarified a controversial remark made by Mallikarjun Kharge regarding festivals.
Parliament's Monsoon session remains unprorogued for record 88 days
Parliament's Monsoon session has not been prorogued for 88 days, exceeding the previous record of 87 days. This situation raises the possibility of convening Parliament for discussions, especially regarding the Women's Reservation Bill. The government keeps options open for an extended session, which requires just two days' notice. In contrast, initiating a new session would necessitate a minimum of 14 days' notice.
"Don't be afraid": Rahul Gandhi reiterates open debate call; says Amit Shah should 'not confuse' PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi has renewed his challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for an open debate, asking Amit Shah to convince the PM to accept it rather than confuse him. The exchange follows Shah's invitation to discuss the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Parliament, intensifying the BJP-Opposition confrontation.
Amit Shah challenges Rahul Gandhi to debate SIR in special Parliament session, says BJP ready
Union Home Minister Amit Shah challenged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to debate the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Parliament, offering to convene a special session for the discussion. Addressing a BJP rally in Haryana's Karnal, Shah accused Gandhi of disrupting parliamentary proceedings and protecting infiltrators through the INDIA bloc's campaign.
Rahul Gandhi made creating ruckus in Parliament Congress' culture: Amit Shah at Karnal rally
Amit Shah accused Rahul Gandhi of creating disruptions in Parliament and resorting to boycotts as a Congress culture. He asserted that a responsible discussion should take place within Parliament regarding electoral roll revisions. The 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' march was organised in Karnal with significant participation from BJP leaders and supporters. Shah demanded transparency about Rahul Gandhi's foreign visits due to his position as the opposition leader.
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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla calls for debate, discussions in House amid opposition heat
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlighted the necessity of discussions in democracy while addressing ongoing opposition protests against the Election Commission. The Speaker urged Parliament to engage in fruitful debates on various issues. He noted that the disqualification proceedings against 20 MPs aligned with the NDA are still under examination. Additionally, Birla is reviewing a notice about chief secretaries' absence from a hearing on scholarship irregularities.
'Mann smelled of alcohol in Parliament by 11 am', Rahul Gandhi launches all-out attack on AAP at Sangrur rally
Rahul Gandhi launched a campaign rally in Sangrur where he criticised Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Party for failing to address drug issues. He recalled earlier discussions about Punjab's drug crisis and asserted that AAP made promises but has not delivered results. Gandhi also expressed his disdain for BJP's tactics in Parliament, challenging Prime Minister Modi to debate openly on national issues.
Sitharaman hits back at Rahul Gandhi over debate challenge, says Parliament is the right forum
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to Rahul Gandhi's challenge for a debate by emphasizing the role of Parliament. She criticized Gandhi for not raising issues in the House and instead making them on social media. Sitharaman highlighted the frequent walkouts of Congress during discussions, questioning Gandhi's commitment to a real debate. The Finance Minister also noted a recent mock Parliament event, calling it a mockery of genuine parliamentary procedures.
Congress challenges Amit Shah on SIR debate, demands Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh responded to Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks about convening a special Parliament session. He demanded that Shah secure the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar before proceeding with any session. Ramesh highlighted the lack of clarity regarding the Delimitation Bills being proposed by the government. He questioned Shah's previous refusal to debate on SIR, emphasizing consistency in addressing electoral issues.
Accept Amit Shah's challenge to debate SIR in Parliament: JD(U) to Rahul Gandhi
Janata Dal (United) has asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to engage in a debate regarding the SIR exercise. The party believes that accepting Amit Shah's challenge would demonstrate Gandhi's faith in parliamentary democracy. Additionally, JD(U) criticised Gandhi for his comments about Prime Minister Modi's leadership and foreign support. Congress responded by demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Amit Shah dares Rahul Gandhi to debate SIR & EVM in special Parliament session
Union home minister Amit Shah criticized Rahul Gandhi for his allegations against the government regarding electoral integrity. Shah stated that the government is prepared to hold a special session of Parliament to address these issues. He accused Congress of obstructing efforts related to the SIR exercise that aims to remove illegal infiltrators from electoral rolls. Shah confidently claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would dominate the debate if it occurs.
Keep Rahul Gandhi as your 'mock Prime Minister' for life: BJP's swipe at opposition
The BJP on Saturday accused the INDIA bloc of making a mockery of Parliament and democracy after opposition leaders held a symbolic public impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. BJP leaders Sambit Patra and Sudhanshu Trivedi also targeted Rahul Gandhi over his criticism of the Election Commission and Indian economy, citing World Bank poverty data.
INDIA bloc holds mock impeachment of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Rahul Gandhi calls him 'first target'
Opposition INDIA bloc leaders and MPs held a symbolic public impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of facilitating alleged electoral irregularities and disenfranchising voters through the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Presided over by former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar, the mock Parliament passed a resolution listing six charges against the CEC.
'Going to be one of Delhi's biggest rallies': K C Venugopal on INDIA bloc protest on November 1
K C Venugopal affirmed the participation and preparation for the INDIA bloc rally scheduled for November 1 in Delhi. He claimed that people were coming from across the nation to attend this significant event. Rahul Gandhi has also called for a march leading to Ramlila Maidan despite no permission being granted by Delhi Police. An impeachment program against CEC Gyanesh Kumar is planned at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's residence.
Rahul Gandhi gets relief as Sultanpur court dismisses 2018 defamation case
A Special MP/MLA Court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday dismissed a 2018 criminal defamation case against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over alleged objectionable remarks against Amit Shah, then BJP president. Gandhi appeared before the court for the verdict. The complaint was filed by BJP leader Vijay Mishra in August 2018.
Rahul Gandhi likely to appear before Sultanpur court on October 26 as MP/MLA court expected to pronounce verdict on defamation case
Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to stand before a Special MP/MLA Court on October 26 to hear the verdict in a defamation case linked to his comments on Union Home Minister Amit Shah from 2018. Vijay Mishra, a party worker, has filed the complaint citing emotional distress from Gandhi's statements. The court could impose a sentence of up to two years depending on the evidence against Gandhi.
Iran's Ghalibaf to visit India for BRICS Forum
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf will attend the two-day BRICS Parliamentary Forum in India starting October 26. His role as a negotiator in conflicts with Israel and the US is significant. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed the forum's details in a recent press conference. Also, discussions about possible impeachment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar were mentioned by Birla.
Any impeachment motion against CEC will be examined under rules: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Protests are escalating as citizens call for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar amid allegations of misconduct in voter list revisions. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed that any proposed impeachment motion will be reviewed following parliamentary procedures.
BRICS Parliamentary Forum to be held in Delhi on October 26-27, says Om Birla
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum is scheduled to occur in New Delhi on October 26-27, focusing on people-centric development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be present to engage with delegates from member countries. The forum will include discussions on various topics like ethical artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and global governance reforms. India has initiated efforts to establish Parliamentary Friendship Groups with 64 countries for enhanced cooperation.
PM Modi reaches out to political parties, asks all to stand together for national interests
Participating in Vijaya Dashami celebrations in the national capital, Modi called upon citizens to adopt a 'Nation First' pledge to jointly identify and defeat the enemies of "Maa Bharati".
“I’m tired of spreading lies”: BJP shares viral video allegedly showing Rahul Gandhi on flight to Vietnam, Congress hits back
On Tuesday, the Bharatiya Janata Party escalated its attack on Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of taking a trip to Vietnam amid important political discussions. Meanwhile, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit stood up for Gandhi, contrasting his foreign engagements with Prime Minister’s travels during parliamentary sessions. The opposition, meanwhile, is calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging procedural irregularities in the electoral roll revision process.
Kharge says he will explain concerns over SIR, delimitation and women's quota to PM Modi
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday said he would explain to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 21 his concerns over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, delimitation and women's reservation.
Kharge flags 64-day delay in proroguing Parliament, seeks all-party meet on delimitation
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Modi for delaying the prorogation of Parliament's Monsoon Session. He emphasized the necessity of holding an all-party meeting to discuss new delimitation proposals. Kharge highlighted previous attempts to push Constitutional Amendment Bills without adequate discussion, which had failed to gain majority support. He reiterated the importance of allowing ample deliberation among all political parties and stakeholders.
'Anything is possible in politics': Sachin Pilot on Captain Amarinder's Congress return speculation
Sachin Pilot spoke about the possibility of Captain Amarinder Singh returning to the Congress party. He recognized Singh's contributions to Punjab and acknowledged his significant stature in politics. While Singh expressed dissatisfaction with the BJP, he has not indicated a definitive intention to leave the party. The speculation about his political future heightened after recent statements made by Singh and Rahul Gandhi.
'Anything is possible in politics': Pilot on Captain Amarinder's Congress return speculation
Sachin Pilot addressed speculation regarding Captain Amarinder Singh's potential return to the Congress party. Singh has recently expressed dissatisfaction with the BJP and indicated challenges he is facing. Pilot acknowledged Singh's contributions to Punjab and his stature in politics. While there is speculation regarding Singh's future, no direct discussions have occurred between them. The political landscape in Punjab may continue to change as circumstances evolve.
BJP MP Ravi Kishan slams Rahul Gandhi, says Congress disrupting public life in Delhi
BJP MP Ravi Kishan criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly hitting his own party workers during protests. He accused the Opposition of attempting to hijack democracy as they are unable to defeat the BJP electorally. Kishan claimed that 65 percent of young people support the current government under Modi's leadership. He dismissed Congress's concerns about EVMs as unfounded and self-serving.
Govt should prorogue Monsoon session, hold dialogue on delimitation issue: Congress
The Congress party has called for the government to prorogue both houses of Parliament. They emphasized the necessity for an all-party dialogue regarding the delimitation issue. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated that the Chief Election Commissioner must first resign for meaningful discussion. Additionally, he mentioned that recent attempts by the Modi government to push through contentious bills have faced opposition.
Keralam Assembly to move resolution seeking removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
The Keralam Assembly is set to propose a resolution urging the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This resolution includes demands to restore voting rights for eligible citizens removed from electoral rolls. The opposition Left Democratic Front has pledged support, ensuring its passage. Concerns have been raised regarding the electoral process and the impact on marginalized communities.
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