This Article is From Jul 19, 2016

Monsoon Session Of Parliament - Day 1: Highlights

In the monsoon session of the Parliament, starting today, the government is expected to be targeted over developments in Arunachal Pradesh and Kashmir. Important Bills, including GST will be taken up in the monsoon session. PM Modi has urged all the political parties to keep national interests above any other considerations.
Jul 18, 2016 17:39 (IST)
Burhan Wani was a notorious terrorist of the Hizbul Mujahiddeen. He had 15 FIRs against him: Rajnath Singh

  • He had a great role in radicalising the youth through social media. Inspired the youth to pick up weapons.
  • He had a great role in radicalising the youth through social media. Inspired the youth to pick up weapons.
  • We will do whatever we can to normalise situations. A dialogue has to be started with the locals.
  • After the situation normalises, the CM said she herself will come to Delhi and discuss how the dialogue can be taken forward.
  • Those who incite the youth on the issue of Azadi, and referendum... The issue of referendum which is outdated, irrelevant. We will try to bring them back on the right track.
Jul 18, 2016 17:32 (IST)
PM deeply pained by what happened in Kashmir, says Rajnath Singh in Rajya Sabha

  • PM Narendra Modi believes in what PM Vajpayee said. We have three elements to solve the problem of Kashmir: Kashmiriyat, Jamuriyat and Insaniyat.
  • But can anybody who believes in humanity celebrate the death of security forces? Militants have to be dealt with strongly.
  • People have to be dealt with sympathy - that's what we believe


Jul 18, 2016 17:26 (IST)
Our government and the state government has repeatedly asked forces to use maximum restraint in Kashmir: Rajnath Singh



  • We have said if weapons have to be used, they must be non-lethal.
  • According to our data, about 1,900 civilians have been injured.
  • 1671 security forces personnel injured, 1 jawan killed, 33 civilians killed
Jul 18, 2016 15:50 (IST)

 People Of Kashmir Need Doctors, Not Security Personnel: Sitaram Yechury

 The kind of excessive force used by security personnel needs to be controlled

 There must be a conspiracy being hatched by Pakistan, but you have to look at the measures to counter it

Jul 18, 2016 15:48 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:56 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:55 (IST)
We Joined Hands With PDP For 'Idea Of India'

The mathematics of the poll results were such that only 2 parties could join to form a government. That was not in anyone's hand. You (Congress) also joined hands with National Conference and PDP because you knew that we need to work with these regional parties.

We have differences with the PDP... just like you (Congress) did with PDP and NC... but for the idea of India, we joined hands.

Ever since Independence Pakistan never reconciled to the fact that Kashmir is an integral part of India.

And hence they go to every extent to disrupt India and Kashmirs progress. When they (Pakistan) saw that they couldn't win a conventional war.... They resorted to terrorism and militancy.
Jul 18, 2016 14:51 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:45 (IST)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Responds

We must rise above party politics and work for the betterment of India. We must show some statesmenship.

I agree with Mr Azad that Kashmir situation is very serious and grim. I must say that things were fine till recently.

But, thinking that everything is wrong only since the formation of the PDP-BJP government is incorrect. The truth of the situation is that efforts have been made to put hurdles in the way of the ruling party.

The battle is not between parties. It is between the country and the separatists.


Jul 18, 2016 14:42 (IST)
Message to Pakistan

'Want to tell Pakistan, those who live in glass houses don't throw stones at others. Stop interfering'.

Pakistan is the root of all problems and troubles. I must say that the formation of Pakistan is the root of all problems. They have left no stone unturned to create unrest in India.

I request for an All Party meeting on the Kashmir situation. We must all sit and see what is the best way to calm the situation. And yes, we must bring to task  those who use disproportionate force.
Jul 18, 2016 14:41 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:40 (IST)
Targets Media

Prime Time these days on news channels have become a fight between Hindus and Muslims. Half of the hatred is due to the media. I thank the people of India not to be influenced by these TV shows and debates.

If Zakir Naik preachers terror... definitely prosecute him.
Jul 18, 2016 14:39 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:36 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:35 (IST)

The PDP-BJP government is a misfit in today's day and age. An eruption doesn't happen overnight. Kashmir is a sensitive state, a border state. We have been trying to get them in the mainstream since 1947. Please do not ruin all our efforts.

Kashmiris are intelligent and have even more love and warmth. Please do not push them against the wall by treating civilians like militants. Please do not use disproportionate force against the residents of the valley.

Kashmiris have recently violated the restrictions just to take Hindus injured and sick during the Amarnath yatra. In fact they are standing in line to give blood. I truly thank them.

Jul 18, 2016 14:33 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:27 (IST)
We Managed The Issue 'Wisely'

Even in the past we have had militancy problem, but we managed it wisely. There was a healing touch.
Jul 18, 2016 14:24 (IST)
Same thing happened in Haryana - where people died due to the use of pellet guns.
Jul 18, 2016 14:23 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 14:09 (IST)
Can We Treat Civilians Like Militants In Kashmir?, Asks Congress', Ghulam Nabi Azad In Parliament

Who has what role to play. Who is responsible? What is Pakistan's role in the unrest.  Be it state or central government, I don't want to blame anyone.

There has been a coalition government be it mine, Omar Abdullah's or todays government. We must learn from what is happeneing. It is a matter of concern that these incidents have risen sharply since 2008. Why is this happening? We must analyse.

What we are seeing (militancy) - I am sorry to say it wasn't there even in the 90s

We are with the government in ending militancy, but can't support this treatment of civilians.

Nobody supports militancy, neither us, nor anybody in the opposition.

But shouldn't there be a difference between our treatment of militants and treating a 6-year-old... or an elderly father... or a woman? (locals)



Jul 18, 2016 14:08 (IST)
The steps that we have taken to stop militancy is Kashmir, you cannot take in 50 years
Jul 18, 2016 14:06 (IST)
Ghulam Nabi Azad speaks


Jul 18, 2016 14:03 (IST)
Discussion on Kashmir clashes begins in Rajya Sabha
Jul 18, 2016 13:50 (IST)
Rajya Sabha Adjourned Till 2 pm
Jul 18, 2016 13:13 (IST)
Government agrees to Congress demand for discussion on Kashmir: Sources

Government agrees to Congress demand for discussion on Kashmir clashes in Rajya Sabha today before taking up bills: Sources
Jul 18, 2016 13:01 (IST)
Motilal Vohra from Chattisgarh Questions Anil Madhav Dave on Killing of Nilgais

Motilal Vora from Chattisgarh questioned Anil Madhav Dave on Killing of Nilgais. Minister Dave said careful study would be done on the subject and a decision will be reached upon.

Mr Vora, unsatisfied with the answer, believed the current climate is not safe for the wildlife.

Jul 18, 2016 12:40 (IST)
As the temperature of Rajya Sabha got down, Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu tweeted this:

Jul 18, 2016 12:29 (IST)
Rajya Sabha Discusses Ganga Cleaning Issue

Rajya Sabha members direct questions at Minister of Water Resources of India, Uma Bharti.
Jul 18, 2016 12:04 (IST)
Rajya Sabha Adjourned for 10 minutes.
Jul 18, 2016 12:03 (IST)
UPROAR in Parliament

Vice President assures the parliamentarians that the questions will be taken in question hour.
Jul 18, 2016 11:21 (IST)
Before the session started, PM exchanged pleasantries with Congress president Sonia Gandhi and Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge

Jul 18, 2016 11:18 (IST)
Lok Sabha adjourned for the day after paying tributes to sitting member Dalpat Singh Paraste, six former lawmakers who died recently
Jul 18, 2016 11:06 (IST)
PM Modi Introduces New Ministers In The House

These were the new ministers included recently in the PM Modi's council of ministers.

Jul 18, 2016 10:37 (IST)
Everyone is in the mood to further development: PM Modi

Spoke to all parties over the past days, everyone is in the mood to further development: PM Narendra Modi
Jul 18, 2016 10:35 (IST)

Jul 18, 2016 10:33 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi addresses nation before the Monsoon Session


Jul 18, 2016 10:17 (IST)
Kashmir Unrest and Arunachal Pradesh Politcs May Fuel Protest In Monsoon Session

The Kashmir unrest, the political developments in Arunachal Pradesh and India's failed attempt for membership to the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) may fuel protests and disruptions in Parliament.
Jul 18, 2016 09:03 (IST)
Two bills are pending passage in the Lok Sabha, while seven bills are pending in the Rajya Sabha, including the GST Bill.
Jul 18, 2016 07:54 (IST)
Monsoon Session of the Parliament to begin today.
Jul 17, 2016 23:17 (IST)
All-Party Meet Convened By Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan

Opposition parties today pressed for a discussion on the Kashmir issue and on the role of Governors against the backdrop of Arunachal Pradesh political crisis in the Monsoon session of Parliament beginning tomorrow, at an all-party meeting convened by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the dinner hosted by the the Speaker after the meeting which is held ahead of Parliament sessions.
Jul 17, 2016 23:16 (IST)
What Will Monsoon Session Of Parliament Focus On?

  • The government is expected be targeted over developments in Arunachal Pradesh and Kashmir.
  • Important Bills including the GST will be taken up during the session.
Jul 17, 2016 23:09 (IST)
Lok Sabha Adjourned For Tomorrow

Lok Sabha will be adjourned for the day tomorrow after paying tributes to BJP lawmaker Dalpat Singh Parast from Shahdol who died on June 1.
Jul 17, 2016 23:05 (IST)
BJP Parliamentary party executive meeting scheduled to take place tomorrow at 6 pm. It will be followed by NDA leaders meeting at 7pm.
Jul 17, 2016 23:05 (IST)
In a major step towards paperless parliament, Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan has launched an e-portal this evening. This will provide all the parliamentary business related information online.


Jul 17, 2016 23:00 (IST)
It's Not About Who Gets Credit For GST, PM Modi Says At All-Party Meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday appealed to the Opposition to help pass the crucial Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill in the monsoon session of Parliament that starts tomorrow.


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