The opposition party leaders continued logjam in both houses of parliament over Prime Minister's absence during the demonetisation. Since the beginning of this winter session, they have insisted on PM Narendra Modi's presence and statement on the issue in the house. The Lok Sabha had pushed through the I-T Amendment Bill amid din without debate.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day amid continued Opposition ruckus.
Lok sabha adjourned for the day
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm.
Lok Sabha begins after brief adjournment. Opposition continues with its demand for a discussion on notes ban followed by a vote
Today's business in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha:Lok Sabha:Bills for consideration and passing:- The Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Bill, 2016.
- The Mental Healthcare Bill, 2016.
- The Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Bill, 2016.
Rajya Sabha:Further discussion on demonetisation of currency;
Bills for consideration and passing:
- The Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2014.
- The Employee's Compensation (Amendment) Bill, 2016.
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 12 noon
Opposition vs Government in Rajya Sabha
Opposition leaders resume sloganeering in the well of Rajya Sabha and Deputy Chair PJ Kurien watches as a mute spectator.
Opposition raises Nagrota attack in Lok Sabha and the house is adjourned till 12 noon.
Discuss demonetisation issue with your own party, they don't seem to agree with you, union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley tells Janata Dal party's Sharad Yadav.
No preparation for proper implementation of old notes ban: Mayawati in Lok Sabha. Arun Jaitley responds
Amid chaos in Lok Sabha, PM Modi seen sitting calmly listening in to the discussion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi present in Lok Sabha
Government and opposition hostilities rise in Parliament.