Tag: Rajya Sabha

Monsoon Session of Parliament to Begin July 21; Operation Sindoor and Pahalgam Attack Expected to Dominate Agenda

Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are set to convene at 11 AM on July 21, following a recess of over three months.

June 4, 2025

Kamal Haasan Nominated to Rajya Sabha by DMK; Faces Backlash Over Language Remark

MNM leader Murali Appas confirmed the nomination, stating, “We have passed a resolution to elect Kamal Haasan as a Rajya Sabha member from Makkal Needhi Maiam.”

May 28, 2025

Kiren Rijiju Moves Waqf (Amendment) Bill for Consideration in Rajya Sabha, Appeals for Support

"The Sachar Committee also recommended specific measures for the welfare of women and children. This bill seeks to address those recommendations," Rijiju stated.

April 3, 2025

JP Nadda to Address Rajya Sabha as Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 Sparks Heated Debate

The Lok Sabha cleared the bill with a majority vote of 288 in favor and 232 against.

April 3, 2025

Parliament Budget Session Resumes; Lok Sabha to Discuss Key Reports and Railways Grant

According to the Lok Sabha's agenda, proceedings will commence at 11:00 AM, focusing on key legislative discussions, including the presentation of multiple standing committee reports.

March 17, 2025

Opposition Walks Out of Rajya Sabha Over Delimitation and NEP Issues

DMK MP P Wilson explained that the party walked out from the Rajya Sabha after Deputy Chairman Harivansh refused to allow a discussion on fair delimitation for Tamil Nadu.

March 10, 2025

“Kejriwal Destined for Tihar, Should Become CM There”: Congress Leader Udit Raj’s Jibe Amid Rajya Sabha Speculation

Meanwhile, BJP leader and MP Anurag Thakur accused Kejriwal of being the "kingpin" of the alleged liquor policy scam and trying to enter the Rajya Sabha "through the backdoor."

February 27, 2025

AAP Denies Speculations of Arvind Kejriwal Contesting Rajya Sabha, Calls Claims “Baseless”

In a separate development, Arvind Kejriwal also targeted the BJP, accusing the party of removing a photo of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar from government offices, including the Chief Minister's office and the Delhi Vidhan Sabha.

February 26, 2025

Kapil Sibal Calls for INDIA Bloc to “Sit and Work Things Out” After Election Setbacks

Sibal acknowledged that the Congress party strives to move forward with consensus within alliances but admitted that challenges have arisen at times.

February 11, 2025

Sonia Gandhi Criticizes Census Delay, Says 14 Crore People Deprived of NFSA Benefits

Speaking in the Rajya Sabha, Sonia Gandhi expressed concerns about the four-year delay in the Census and pointed out that it is unlikely to be conducted this year.

February 10, 2025