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Doctors Called in as Protesting Lawmaker Takes Ill in Lok SabhaDoctors 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.
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.
Why Government Will Have to Use Ordinances For Key ReformsPrime 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.
Lok Sabha adjourned till 3.30 pm as Opposition continues protests over conversions
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm as Opposition creates uproar over various issues: Press Trust of India
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
Opposition stalling Parl proceedings is their negative politics&frustration as they have no issues: Prakash Javadekar pic.twitter.com/MYjx9P9H3x
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 22, 2014Mayawati on Mohan Bhagwat: I strongly condemn his comment,his statement his highly objectionable,against the constitution of our country
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 22, 2014 Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon over opposition protests against RSS chief's remarks defending religious conversions
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon over opposition protests against RSS chief's remarks defending religious conversions
'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
Uproar in Rajya Sabha as opposition sticks to its demand for PM Modi's statement on conversions, while government is still unwilling
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
House cannot function when people feel terrorised... NDA agenda is unacceptable, says Left's Sitaram Yechury
GST, Mega Tax Reform, Tabled in Lok SabhaThe 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.
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Finance Minister Arun Jaitley tables Goods and Services Tax Bill in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley tables Goods and Services Tax Bill in Lok Sabha
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
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
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
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
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'
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
Every Indian has tears in his eyes at the incident in Peshawar, says PM Modi in Lok Sabha
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
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
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon after protests by Opposition over PM Modi's absence in the House.
Opposition doesn't want to discuss issues because they have no legitimate issue: Prakash Javadekar pic.twitter.com/Je2ddwzuZf
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 18, 2014 Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day after opposition uproar demanding PM Modi's statement on conversions row
Conversions row in Rajya Sabha: Sitaram Yechury says 'we didn't disrupt the discussion, only wanted the PM to speak on the matter'
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.
Will we say everything according to the dictation of the Opposition? Then they will find something to complain about what was said: V Naidu
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 18, 2014 'When the secular fabric of the constitution is being attacked, who else can we listen to other than the PM?': Congress' Digvijaya Singh
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm for the second time today after uproar over conversion issue
'Request PM to speak on conversions, don't make it a prestige issue': Mayawati in Parliament
'Open to discussion on conversions, Home Minister to respond', says government as opposition demands statement from PM Modi
Open to all discussions, says government as opposition members in Rajya Sabha demand PM Modi to make statement on conversion row
We will continue to oppose increase in FDI cap by 49% in Insurance sector: D Raja, CPI pic.twitter.com/6skAHjZP4B
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 18, 2014 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
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
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.
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.
Congress demands unconditional apology from BJP lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj who called Mahatma Gandhi's assassin Nathuram Godse a 'patriot'
'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.
Protests in Rajya Sabha over Agra conversions
Opposition members in Lok Sabha protest over BJP lawmaker Sakshi Maharaj's remark on Gandhi assassin Nathuram Godse
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."
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.
Most opposition parties stage walkout of Lok Sabha, boycotting government's reply to debate on conversion.
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
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
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.
Uproar among opposition over the Government's response in Lok Sabha.
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
"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
Discussion in Lok Sabha over conversions:
Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia speaks on religious conversions in Agra in Uttar Pradesh
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"
'Conversion completely against constitutional principles': Sitaram Yechury in Parliament
'Conversions could lead to riots': Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav in Parliament
Opposition members protest against mass conversion in Uttar Pradesh
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
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
Conversions violate Constitution, government must explain, says Congress in Rajya Sabha
Government must answer on mass conversions in Agra: BSP chief Mayawati in Rajya Sabha
Opposition parties protest in Parliament against mass conversion in Agra, demand an explanation from government
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
'BJP behind mass conversion, Government must answer': BSP Chief Mayawati
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
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
Uproar in Rajya Sabha over the rape of a woman passenger allegedly by Uber cab driver in Delhi last wekk
Opposition agrees to end Parliament deadlock over minister's hate speech after all-party meet called by Rajya Sabha chairman
"Chairman has said nothing which is against the Constitution and parliamentary democracy should be said... House will work now": Congress leader Ashwani Kumar
All-party meeting in Rajya Sabha Chairman's chamber to resolve Parliament deadlock over union minister's hate speech
'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
Opposition demands voting in Rajya Sabha on resolution against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti who made hate speech at a rally in Delhi
Congress moves resolution in Rajya Sabha against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti who made hate speech, Chair doesn't allow
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon, opposition seeks censure motion against union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
Congress demands discussion in Parliament on Delhi rape case, terror attacks in Kashmir and Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh
'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
'We don't intend to interrupt the House,' says Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on union minister's hate speech
Government unwilling to agree to Opposition's demand for censure motion in Rajya Sabha against union minister who made hate speech: sources
Arun Jaitley, Venkaiah Naidu, Rajnath Singh, Ravi Shankar Prasad meet to discuss strategy to resolve Parliament logjam: sources
Rajya Sabha adjourned for day as opposition insists government must remove minister Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
Opposition parties issue joint statement against Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's hate speech, say they will continue protests
Rajya Sabha adjourned to 2.30 pm as opposition demands Niranjan Jyoti's resignation
Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon after opposition protests over Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's hate speech
Lok Sabha adjourned till noon, PM makes statement on hate minister, opposition protests
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.
The attitude of the Govt is not to allow democratic process in the House : Rahul Gandhi pic.twitter.com/uju70GKIzu
- ANI (@ANI_news) December 5, 2014 Opposition MPs wearing black bands protest outside Parliament against minister Niranjan Jyoti for making hate speech
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day; Opposition demands removal of minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti
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?
Opposition members walk out of Lok Sabha, claim 'microphones were turned off when we wanted to speak'
Rajya Sabha adjourned, opposition demands removal of minister Niranjan Jyoti for hate speech
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.
Sharad Yadav in Parliament:
PM says 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas' but people in his party keep saying things that cause divisions.
PM says 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas' but people in his party keep saying things that cause divisions.
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.
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?
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.
"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.
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.
Congress in Parliament:
Union Minister's hate speech too serious for just an apology.
File FIR against Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti.
Minister's hate speech can land her in jail for three years
Union Minister's hate speech too serious for just an apology.
File FIR against Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti.
Minister's hate speech can land her in jail for three years
Rajya Sabha adjourned over opposition protests against hate speech by Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti
Opposition demands statement from PM Narendra Modi over hate speech by Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti
TMC protests hike in fuel excise duty outside Parliament
Opposition attacks government over minister's hate speech
- Samajwadi Party demands motion in House condemning minister who made hate speech.
- Opposition demands PM Modi's statement on minister who made hate speech.
Criminal Case Needed for Minister's Hate Speech, Says Opposition
Parliament was brought to a standstill today following a furore over the use of an expletive by Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti at a rally in Delhi on Monday.
Parliament was brought to a standstill today following a furore over the use of an expletive by Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti at a rally in Delhi on Monday.
Uproar in Rajya Sabha over Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's remark. House adjourned for the day.
CPM's Sitaram Yechury asks the chair (PJ Kurien) to direct the government to file an FIR against Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti. Deputy Chairman Kurien says, 'What can the Chair do once the minister has apologised?'
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 PM after uproar over minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's remarks.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for third time over Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's remarks. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley says her comments are improper and unacceptable: PTI
Do Not Speak Out of Turn, PM Narendra Modi Sternly Warns BJP LeadersAt a meeting of all BJP law-makers in Parliament today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged them "not to address the nation" out of turn. "I will not compromise on this," he warned.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for 10 minutes after uproar over controversial remarks by Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti: Press Trust of India
Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Apologises in Parliament for Abusive LanguageA new minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has provoked outrage with her use of abusive language against rival parties while campaigning in Delhi on Monday.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for 10 minutes after uproar over alleged controversial remarks by Union Minister Niranjan Jyoti: PTI
Huge uproar in Parliament as the Opposition demands the sacking of minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti for the use of foul language at a Delhi rally.
Union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti apologizes in Lok Sabha for abusive language at Delhi rally
Rahul Gandhi leads Congress protest outside Parliament against Modi government, calling it "u-turn sarkar"
Uproar in Parliament over union minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti's abusive remarks; Opposition demands her resignation
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 1 pm after uproar by Samajwadi Party over eviction notice to party member Neeraj Shekhar from official bungalow: Press Trust of India
Rajya Sabha adjourned briefly after opposition uproar over fall in procurement price of paddy and cotton: Press Trust of India
Will try to introduce GST Bill in the current winter session of Parliament, says Finance Minister Arun Jaitley: Press Trust of India
- Parliamentary committee studying the Insurance Bill to meet on Tuesday and Wednesday
- Parliamentary committee on insurance bill may finalise and submit report by December 12: sources
- CPM may submit a dissent note against FDI in insurance: sources
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj speaks in the Lok Sabha on reports of 39 Indians being killed in Iraq
- We decided not to trust reports of them being killed and continue with our search
- At least six sources have told us that they haven't been killed
- I have shared these secret messages with my colleagues who have taken the oath of office and secrecy: Arun Jaitley and Harsimrat Kaur Badal
Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj in Parliament:
- 'No known whereabouts of Indians missing in Iraq'
- 'Not trusting reports,still searching for missing Indians'
- 'Don't believe they have been killed, search still on'
- 'Government can't accept reports of them being killed'
Dissatisfied with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley's response on black money issue in Lok Sabha, Congress walks out
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley replies on black money issue in Lok Sabha
- Cannot breach confidentiality clause.
- Do not want to add political colour to black money issue.
- Constituted SIT on black money.
- 250 people have admitted to having foreign accounts.
- Some offshore account holders have withdrawn their money.
Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm following uproar by Congress members over naming of Hyderabad airport: Press Trust of India
250 People Have Admitted to Having Foreign Black Money Accounts: JaitleyFinance Minister Arun Jaitley will reply today in Lok Sabha to a debate on untaxed or black money stashed away in foreign accounts. In the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, opposition parties like the Congress, Trinamool Congress and Left walked out as the minister spoke, saying they were "disappointed" with his reply.
Lawmakers from the Trinamool Congress, dressed in black, protest at the entrance of Parliament over the issue of black money
Will Proactively Chase Black Money, Government Tells an Aggressive OppositionFinance Minister Arun Jaitley will reply today in Lok Sabha to a debate on black money that saw Opposition parties including the Congress, Trinamool Congress and Left staging a walkout in Rajya Sabha yesterday.
Black Money Debate: Not a Question of Whether to Disclose Names, But When to Do So, Says Arun Jaitley
As Finance Minister Arun Jaitley defended the government's position against a concerted Opposition attack on untaxed or black money stashed away in foreign accounts, the Congress, followed by the Trinamool Congress and then the Left walked out of the Rajya Sabha saying they were dissatisfied with his reply.
As Finance Minister Arun Jaitley defended the government's position against a concerted Opposition attack on untaxed or black money stashed away in foreign accounts, the Congress, followed by the Trinamool Congress and then the Left walked out of the Rajya Sabha saying they were dissatisfied with his reply.
Black Money Debate: Country Has Been Misled, Says CongressThe two Houses of Parliament have begun debates on untaxed or black money parked in foreign accounts. A united opposition has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of reneging on his election promise of bringing back crores stashed by Indians abroad.
Congress leader Anand Sharma from Rajasthan speaks in Rajya Sabha over black money
- Cases of tax violation have to dealt with appropriately
- To attack government in office by alleging that there are lakhs stashed abroad, if I take this house's memory back to 2011
- We didn't misled the people of this country, we didn't say Rs 386 lakh crore as said by a Baba is lying in accounts abroad
- Country has been misled, credit was not given to the government for signing agreements with other countries
- Promise was made to bring back black money within 100 days
- There was politics to acquire power by tarnishing the ruling government, the list to probe black money comprises of people from Vievkanand Foundation
- PM had said it is on YouTube, the money that will come back will be equivalent to 5-year's budget
- He said that every citizen will have Rs 15 lakh in his account
Parliament debate on black money issue begins
Leader of Congress Mallikarjun Kharge speaks in Parliament over black money in Lok Sabha
Here are the highlights:
- Government said there were 50 names, didn't reveal them
- NDA questions our integrity, what about theirs?
- Mountain out of a molehill (khoda pahaad nikla chuha)
- Government must stop big talk
- Want to know how many countries PM is talking to to bring back black money
- Perception that accounts of Indian nations overseas - all of that is black money - there has to be a clear distinction what is authoritsed, what is illegal...
- Black money was used as a tool to attack government in office, institutions of the state, by alleging that lakhs of crores of black money stashed abroad and governement turning a blind eye
- Leave the election speeches aside, how are you going to solve this problem
- There were discussions on black money even at G-20
- People of this country should know that the propaganda done earlier, there is a saying a chicken worth 4 rupees and spice worth 10 rupees
- Today there is an opportunity to say sorry, you gave them false dreams, dreams of 15 lakh are false ones
Lok Sabha Speaker rejects adjournment notice by Congress on the issue of black money: Press Trust of India
Under Fire From United Opposition, Government Agrees to Black Money Debate Today: 10 Developments
A short duration debate on untaxed or black money parked in foreign accounts will be held today in both Houses of Parliament. The government's efforts, sources said, are directed towards breaking the unity of the Opposition.
A short duration debate on untaxed or black money parked in foreign accounts will be held today in both Houses of Parliament. The government's efforts, sources said, are directed towards breaking the unity of the Opposition.
Congress, Trinamool Congress walk out of Lok Sabha over black money issue
Rajya Sabha extends deadline beyond Nov 28 for Select Committee on Insurance Amendment Bill to submit report till Dec 12.
- Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 25, 2014 Rajya Sabha adjourned twice amid uproar by Congress over removal of Rajiv Gandhi's name while renaming of airport in Hyderabad: PTI
Ready for Black Money Debate, Says Government: 10 DevelopmentsThe government has said it is ready for a discussion in Parliament on untaxed or black money parked in foreign accounts. Several opposition parties have demanded a debate and voting on black money.
Black money storm in Parliament: Government writes to speaker, says it is ready for a discussion today
Lok Sabha adjourned till noon after ruckus over the black money issue
Opposition corners government over issue of black money
Ruckus in Lok Sabha as Opposition MPs carry umbrellas inside
Ruckus in Lok Sabha as Opposition MPs carry umbrellas inside
Insurance Bill Divides Parliament as Winter Session Begins: 10 Developments The landmark insurance bill that represents the BJP-led government's first major legislative reform is set to face strong opposition in Parliament, with many opposition parties threatening to stonewall it.
Lok Sabha adjourned for the day
LIVE FROM RAJYA SABHA: House adjourned for the day in respect of the deceased MPs
- Doordarshan News (@DDNewsLive) November 24, 2014
List of Bills on Government's Agenda in Parliament's Winter SessionThe Narendra Modi government, which has promised big reforms in its first budget, is looking to push the Insurance Bill as well as the Goods and Service Tax Bill in the month-long winter session that begins today.
PM Modi Reaches out to Opposition as Winter Session BeginsPrime Minister Narendra Modi today said that the government and the opposition both are responsible for smooth running of Parliament.
Both Houses of Parliament to be Adjourned on Opening Day of Winter SessionAs the Winter session of Parliament begins today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reminded lawmakers from all parties that "All MPs have a responsibility to run the country."
Both Houses of Parliament to be adjourned on opening day of Winter session after death of Rajya Sabha member Murli Deora
Winter Session of Parliament Begins Today, Insurance Bill High on AgendaAhead of the Winter Session of Parliament, which begins today, the Opposition parties are closing ranks to put a united front against the Narendra Modi government.
Parliament's Winter Session Headed For 'Hungama' as Opposition Unites Against GovernmentAhead of the Winter Session of Parliament, which begins tomorrow, the Opposition parties are closing ranks to put a united front against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
Government to Push Economic Agenda in Winter Session of Parliament Starting TomorrowThe winter session of Parliament beginning on Monday is expected to be heated with the government planning to push an ambitious economic agenda undeterred by resistance from a section of the opposition.
