This Article is From Dec 23, 2014

Winter Session of Parliament

Dec 23, 2014 02:24 (IST)
Doctors Called in as Protesting Lawmaker Takes Ill in Lok Sabha
Doctors had to be called in today to the Lok Sabha, when a lawmaker from the CPM, who was protesting in the well of the House, fell ill with high blood pressure. The House was then adjourned till 4 pm.
Dec 23, 2014 02:23 (IST)
Government, Opposition to Come Together to Pass One Bill for Poll-Bound Delhi
The row over religious conversions stalled several key bills in Parliament, but the government and the opposition will come together to pass one bill - the bill to regularise unauthorised colonies in poll-bound Delhi. The bill will be passed in Rajya Sabha - where the government is in minority - tomorrow, on the last day of the Winter Session.
Dec 22, 2014 19:05 (IST)
Why Government Will Have to Use Ordinances For Key Reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reform agenda suffered a setback on Monday as protests erupted in Parliament over a campaign by hardliners linked to his party to convert Muslims and Christians to Hinduism.
Dec 22, 2014 15:25 (IST)
Lok Sabha adjourned till 3.30 pm as Opposition continues protests over conversions
Dec 22, 2014 12:28 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm as Opposition creates uproar over various issues: Press Trust of India
Dec 22, 2014 12:09 (IST)
Rajya Sabha calls upon Pakistan to proceed strongly against its declared intent of taking action against Mumbai terror attack accused Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi who was granted bail by an Islamabad court last Thursday: Press Trust of India
Dec 22, 2014 12:06 (IST)
'Need Big Heart, Not 56-Inch Chest to Attend Parliament,' Opposition Taunts PM Narendra Modi
 
Dec 22, 2014 12:03 (IST)

Dec 22, 2014 11:55 (IST)

Dec 22, 2014 11:37 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon over opposition protests against RSS chief's remarks defending religious conversions
Dec 22, 2014 11:37 (IST)
RSS Chief's Remarks on Conversion Cause New Uproar in Parliament
 
Dec 22, 2014 11:32 (IST)
Government 'Extremely Determined' to Push Insurance Reforms in Parliament Today
 
Dec 22, 2014 11:28 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon over opposition protests against RSS chief's remarks defending religious conversions
Dec 22, 2014 11:19 (IST)
'PM Modi running away from debate on conversions', says Opposition in Parliament
Uproar in Rajya Sabha as opposition sticks to its demand for PM Modi's statement on conversions, while government is still unwilling
Dec 22, 2014 11:06 (IST)
Opposition protests continue in Rajya Sabha over the issue of religious conversions

House cannot function when people feel terrorised... NDA agenda is unacceptable, says Left's Sitaram Yechury


Dec 19, 2014 16:53 (IST)
GST, Mega Tax Reform, Tabled in Lok Sabha
The government has introduced a constitutional amendment bill for its mega tax reform, the Goods and Services Tax, in the Lok Sabha. But Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said in the Rajya Sabha that the bill would be taken up only in the Budget Session. The current session ends on Tuesday next.
Dec 19, 2014 16:33 (IST)
JUST IN

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley tables Goods and Services Tax Bill in Lok Sabha
Dec 19, 2014 15:15 (IST)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Non Performing Assets or NPAs:

  • The UPA came to power with two per cent NPAs and left power with six per cent NPAs. We are struggling to get it down
  • PSUs have to be run professionally, (they have to) be able to compete with the private sector

Dec 19, 2014 15:10 (IST)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in Rajya Sabha:
  • There are various myths being spread - one of them is MNREGA has been cut down
  • Due to the current strength of US economy, emerging market currencies were volatile
  • Rupee performed better than other emerging markets
  • If global crude prices fall, benefit will go to consumers
  • Don't see any serious crisis for the real value of rupee
Dec 19, 2014 15:08 (IST)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Bill on Goods and Services Tax or GST:

  • GST will be a win-win situation for states, Centre
  • GST will be single most important tax reform
  • GST will lead to more compliance, cut corruption
  • GST is like internal trade liberalisation

Dec 19, 2014 15:06 (IST)
Bill on Goods and Services Tax will not be taken up in current Parliament Session but in Budget Session, says Finance Minister Arun Jaitley: Press Trust of India








Dec 19, 2014 13:38 (IST)
Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj speaks on bail being granted to 26/11 accused Zaki-Ur-Rehman Lakhvi by Pakistan court:
  • 'Proof of 26/11 attacks is with Pakistan'
  • 'Don't accept there is lack of evidence against Lakhvi'
  • 'Peshawar attack did not just kill children, it killed humanity'
Dec 19, 2014 13:15 (IST)
PM Modi on bail being granted to 26/11 accused Zaki-ur-Rahman Lakhvi by Pakistan court:

  • 'Bail to Lakhvi immediately after the Peshawar attack is shocking'
  • 'Our feelings have been strongly conveyed to Pakistan'
  • External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will make a detailed statement on Monday

Dec 19, 2014 13:13 (IST)
Every Indian has tears in his eyes at the incident in Peshawar, says PM Modi in Lok Sabha


Dec 19, 2014 13:04 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2.30 pm after opposition creates uproar demanding reply by PM Modi to debate on rising incidents of communal violence: Press Trust of India
Dec 19, 2014 12:20 (IST)
Leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge raises the issue of bail being granted to 26/11 accused Zaki-ur-Rahman Lakhvi by a court in Pakistan


Dec 19, 2014 11:41 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon after protests by Opposition over PM Modi's absence in the House.




Dec 18, 2014 14:38 (IST)

Dec 18, 2014 15:12 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after opposition uproar demanding PM Modi's statement on conversions row
Dec 18, 2014 14:22 (IST)
Conversions row in Rajya Sabha: Sitaram Yechury says 'we didn't disrupt the discussion, only wanted the PM to speak on the matter'
Dec 18, 2014 14:19 (IST)
Home Minister Rajnath Singh rises to speak on the conversions row

  • The PM was present in the House before the lunch hour but the Opposition didn't allow the discussion.
  • I am the minister responsible for the subject of the debate.
Dec 18, 2014 14:03 (IST)

Dec 18, 2014 14:17 (IST)
'When the secular fabric of the constitution is being attacked, who else can we listen to other than the PM?': Congress' Digvijaya Singh
Dec 18, 2014 13:08 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm for the second time today after uproar over conversion issue
Dec 18, 2014 13:00 (IST)
'Request PM to speak on conversions, don't make it a prestige issue': Mayawati in Parliament
Dec 18, 2014 12:43 (IST)
'Open to discussion on conversions, Home Minister to respond', says government as opposition demands statement from PM Modi
Dec 18, 2014 12:27 (IST)
Open to all discussions, says government as opposition members in Rajya Sabha demand PM Modi to make statement on conversion row
Dec 18, 2014 12:36 (IST)
PM Modi in Rajya Sabha, Faces Opposition Demands for Statement on Conversions

Dec 18, 2014 11:03 (IST)

Dec 18, 2014 12:14 (IST)
Government Preps For Showdown in Parliament Over Insurance Bill
 
Dec 17, 2014 14:11 (IST)
Terror incidents call for world to come together: Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj in Parliament on the Sydney cafe hostage crisis and the Peshawar school terror attack
Dec 17, 2014 12:49 (IST)
Congress, Trinamool Congress, NCP and Left parties walk out of Lok Sabha accusing the government of misleading the House on schools being told to remain open on Christmas: Press Trust of India
Dec 17, 2014 11:56 (IST)
'Where is PM?' United Opposition Takes on Government in Rajya Sabha
 
Dec 16, 2014 12:28 (IST)
Home Minister Rajnath Singh spoke in Parliament on the threats and influence of Islamic State.

I want to thank the minorities of India for discouraging the activities of certain individuals who were radicalized by Islamic State.

We have taken cognizance of the activities of individuals directly/indirectly connected to the terror group.


Dec 12, 2014 11:42 (IST)
Congress demands unconditional apology from BJP lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj who called Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse a 'patriot'
Dec 12, 2014 11:41 (IST)
'Take back my words', says BJP lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj who called Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse a 'patriot'


  • I respect Gandhi, the entire house.
  • I have taken back my words.
  • My friends have no other issue.
  • I believe little thing pe badnaam.
  • Gandhi was killed back then by Godse but I believe Gandhi was killed in
  • 1984 when Sikhs were killed.
  • I take back my words and respect the House.
  • If some people were hurt then I regret it.
  • The opposition is raising non-issues.
Dec 12, 2014 11:21 (IST)
Protests in Rajya Sabha over Agra conversions
Dec 12, 2014 11:20 (IST)
Opposition members in Lok Sabha protest over BJP lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj's remark on Gandhi assassin Nathuram Godse

Dec 12, 2014 11:02 (IST)
Trinamool Congress set to raise Ram Temple issue in Parliament, after UP Governor Ram Naik says the temple should be built in Ayodhya soon as "it is the wish of Indian citizens."
Dec 11, 2014 20:30 (IST)
In Conversions Debate, Venkaiah Naidu Says 'Proud of RSS Background'
During a debate on religious conversions in Uttar Pradesh, union minister Venkaiah Naidu's announcement that he was proud of his association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh or RSS - the BJP's ideological mentor - sparked sharp protests in Parliament.
Dec 11, 2014 18:38 (IST)
Most opposition parties stage walkout of Lok Sabha, boycotting government's reply to debate on conversion.
Dec 11, 2014 18:17 (IST)
Venkaiah Naidu, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister, speaks in Lok Sabha:

I appeal to all parties to seriously introspect this.

There should be anti-conversion laws in this country.

We are very clear on what we have promised to the people.

Is 'saffron' a bad word in this country?

You cannot defame the government and the Prime Minister.

Why do you insult the belief of other people when it does not harm the development of the country?

Opposition repeats things like a broken record, we expect them to be more mature


Dec 11, 2014 18:15 (IST)
Government responds in Parliament to the controversy around mass conversions, terms the issue 'serious'.

Uproar among opposition over the Government's response in Lok Sabha.
Dec 11, 2014 16:52 (IST)
Saugata Roy of Trinamool Congress spoke in Parliament on the incidents of communal violence.

"In Delhi, a church is vandalized - 2 churches - in a place in Trilokpuri before the elections. 100 small and big riots have taken place": Mr Roy

"You wanted power? You got power. Now, it is your duty to see everyone in the country to be free. Jinnah created Pakistan on two-nation theory. Our freedom fighters created a secular nation": Mr Roy

"Let us give up this divisive attitude. They need not revert to divisive politics for political gains. Acche din agar lana chahiye, tho layiye. Hindu Muslim Sikh Isayi.. apas mein sab bhai bhai. Let it not be divided on religion, caste, community. Let us march towards the future": Mr Roy
Dec 11, 2014 15:15 (IST)
Discussion in Lok Sabha over conversions:

Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia speaks on religious conversions in Agra in Uttar Pradesh
  • "People were forcibly converted in Agra and were given incentives of ration card by RSS and Bajrang Dal"
  • "RSS has said that the central government is under their control"
  • In the last seven months, there were 600 riots in Uttar Pradesh"
  • "Is this the acche din that we were promised?"
  • "We want the Prime Minister to respond on this issue"
  • "The Indian PM is the prime minister of every person, whether Hindu, Muslim, Sikh or Christian"
Dec 11, 2014 12:26 (IST)
'Conversion completely against constitutional principles': Sitaram Yechury in Parliament
Dec 11, 2014 12:25 (IST)
'Conversions could lead to riots': Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav in Parliament
Dec 11, 2014 12:18 (IST)
On Conversions, Government, Opposition Spar in Parliament: 10 Developments
 
Dec 11, 2014 11:22 (IST)
Opposition members protest against mass conversion in Uttar Pradesh
Dec 10, 2014 12:33 (IST)
Select panel for composite cap of 49 per cent for foreign investment in insurance which should include both FDI and foreign portfolio investments: Press Trust of India
Dec 10, 2014 12:32 (IST)
Parliament's Select Committee recommends passing of Insurance Amendment Bill that seeks to raise foreign investment cap to 49 per cent: Press Trust of India
Dec 10, 2014 12:17 (IST)
Mass Conversion in UP Sparks Outrage in Parliament, Government Asked to Explain
 
Dec 10, 2014 11:34 (IST)
Conversions violate Constitution, government must explain, says Congress in Rajya Sabha
 
Dec 10, 2014 11:30 (IST)
Government must answer on mass conversions in Agra: BSP chief Mayawati in Rajya Sabha
 
Dec 10, 2014 11:27 (IST)
Opposition parties protest in Parliament against mass conversion in Agra, demand an explanation from government
Dec 10, 2014 11:24 (IST)
Outrage in Rajya Sabha over mass conversion ceremony in Agra in Uttar Pradesh.  200 people were converted to Hinduism in a ceremony organized by groups linked to the BJP's ideological mentor, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

'BJP behind mass conversion, Government must answer': BSP Chief Mayawati
Dec 09, 2014 17:24 (IST)
Protests in Parliament Against 'Mass Conversions', United Opposition Scores Debate
Around 200 people reportedly converted to Hinduism in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, in a ceremony by groups linked to the BJP's ideological mentor Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.

Below: a 'conversion ceremony' at Agra


Dec 09, 2014 11:34 (IST)
Uproar in Rajya Sabha over the rape of a woman passenger allegedly by Uber cab driver in Delhi last wekk
Dec 08, 2014 13:10 (IST)
Opposition agrees to end Parliament deadlock over minister's hate speech after all-party meet called by Rajya Sabha chairman
Dec 08, 2014 12:35 (IST)
"Chairman has said nothing which is against the Constitution and parliamentary democracy should be said... House will work now": Congress leader Ashwani Kumar
Dec 08, 2014 12:21 (IST)
All-party meeting in Rajya Sabha Chairman's chamber to resolve Parliament deadlock over union minister's hate speech
Dec 08, 2014 11:50 (IST)
'It is obduracy and arrogance,' says Congress' Anand Sharma on government's refusal to allow resolution against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti who made hate speech
Dec 08, 2014 11:31 (IST)
Opposition demands voting in Rajya Sabha on resolution against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti who made hate speech at a rally in Delhi
Dec 08, 2014 11:25 (IST)
Congress moves resolution in Rajya Sabha against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti who made hate speech, Chair doesn't allow
Dec 08, 2014 11:17 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon, opposition seeks censure motion against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
Dec 08, 2014 11:13 (IST)
Congress demands discussion in Parliament on Delhi rape case, terror attacks in Kashmir and Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh
Dec 08, 2014 11:08 (IST)
'Opposition wants the House to run... this House strongly disapproves any statement made by any Union minister which is derogatory': Congress leader Anand Sharma in Rajya Sabha
Dec 08, 2014 11:07 (IST)
'We don't intend to interrupt the House,' says Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on union minister's hate speech
Dec 08, 2014 11:03 (IST)
Government unwilling to agree to Opposition's demand for censure motion in Rajya Sabha against union minister who made hate speech: sources
Dec 08, 2014 10:58 (IST)
Arun Jaitley, Venkaiah Naidu, Rajnath Singh, Ravi Shankar Prasad meet to discuss strategy to resolve Parliament logjam: sources
Dec 05, 2014 15:18 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned for day as opposition insists government must remove minister Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
 
Dec 05, 2014 13:46 (IST)
Opposition parties issue joint statement against Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's hate speech, say they will continue protests
 
Dec 05, 2014 13:17 (IST)
Minister is From Rural Background, She Has Apologised, Says PM Narendra Modi
 
Dec 05, 2014 12:51 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned to 2.30 pm as opposition demands Niranjan Jyoti's resignation
 
Dec 05, 2014 11:52 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon after opposition protests over Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's hate speech
Dec 05, 2014 11:11 (IST)
Lok Sabha adjourned till noon, PM makes statement on hate minister, opposition protests
 
Dec 05, 2014 11:03 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi speaks in Lok Sabha
  • I expressed anger at this kind of language.
  • Minister sought apology.
  • When one of our colleagues asks for forgiveness, we should show generosity.
  • It is our responsibility that we should stay within principles.
  • When minister has apologized, then every party leader should accept it and get on with work in national interest.
  • I had expressed annoyance over Sadhvi's remarks even before the issue was raised in Parliament.
  • Grateful to leaders in Lok Sabha for allowing House to function amid the controversy.
  • She is a first time member and comes from a rural background.
  • We should move ahead with work of the nation.
Dec 05, 2014 10:50 (IST)

Dec 05, 2014 10:48 (IST)
Opposition MPs wearing black bands protest outside Parliament against minister Niranjan Jyoti for making hate speech
Dec 04, 2014 14:58 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day; Opposition demands removal of minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti
Dec 04, 2014 13:57 (IST)
Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Niranjan Jyoti's hate speech
  • Minister has apologised, no need for PM to speak.
  • Up to the people to decide how I conduct proceedings.
  • Who am I to reject Opposition charges against me?
Dec 04, 2014 13:08 (IST)
Opposition members walk out of Lok Sabha, claim 'microphones were turned off when we wanted to speak'
Dec 04, 2014 11:50 (IST)
Rajya Sabha adjourned, opposition demands removal of minister Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
Dec 04, 2014 11:49 (IST)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley:
  • The Prime Minister has made a statement.
  • On behalf of the opposition, Anand Sharma has put forth his stand.
  • So now let the House run.
Dec 04, 2014 11:46 (IST)
Sharad Yadav in Parliament:
PM says 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas' but people in his party keep saying things that cause divisions.
Dec 04, 2014 11:38 (IST)
Congress leader Anand Sharma in Parliament on Union minister's hate speech:
  • No one has a personal grudge against the minister.
  • But a minister takes a Constitutional oath.
  • The opposition requests you to take strong action against the minister out of respect for the Constitution.
Dec 04, 2014 11:36 (IST)
Left's Sitaram Yechury in Parliament:
  • As far as we understand, the minister did not apologise but expressed regret.
  • An apology means admission of guilt, and in this case it's a violation of the Constitution.
  • How can she remain a minister?
Dec 04, 2014 11:24 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha on Union minister's hate speech:
  • I have strongly criticized such language. She has apologized.
  • It's a lesson that we must all speak carefully.
  • Request Opposition to accept her apology.
  • Let the House function for benefit of the nation.
Dec 03, 2014 13:05 (IST)
"Modi Jawab Do": PM Targeted Over Minister's Hate Speech
"Modi jawab do (the Prime Minister must answer)," chanted angry opposition leaders in Parliament today, demanding an explanation for why a union minister has not been fired despite her hate speech in Delhi over the weekend.
Dec 03, 2014 12:19 (IST)
Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj on PM Modi's trips abroad in Lok Sabha


  • Significant results from PM Modi's trips abroad.
  • Ties with Australia, Nepal have improved.
  • PM's speeches in Hindi a national pride.
  • PM's foreign visits have helped boost bilateral ties.
  • PM working for peaceful South Asia.
  • Ties with neighbours have also improved.

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