Rajya Sabha Chairman

August 13, 2026 5:43 PM

Parliament’s Monsoon Session ends amid disruptions

Marred by repeated protests and disruptions, the Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded on Thursday, with both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die after 19 sittings spread over 25 calendar days. The session, which began on July 20, was marked by frequent disruptions and limited legislative debate. Despite the disorder, Parliament passed several key Bills, although many were cleared without substantive discussion. During the session, 11 Bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha and t...

August 4, 2026 12:03 AM

Rajya Sabha chairman Radhakrishnan congratulates Indian contingent on historic Commonwealth Games and Para Games performance

Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan on Monday congratulated the Indian contingent for its outstanding performance at the recently concluded Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Para Games in Glasgow, Scotland, describing the achievements as a matter of immense pride for the nation. Making a felicitation statement in the Rajya Sabha, the RS Chairman said the House joined him in applauding the athletes for their exceptional display on the international stage, which reflected the growing excel...

July 25, 2026 4:13 PM

Rajya Sabha chairman inaugurates ‘Prarambh’ Orientation Programme for new MPs, calls for responsible and informed lawmaking

Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday inaugurated the two-day orientation programme 'Prarambh' for newly elected and nominated members of the Upper House, urging first-time parliamentarians to uphold the Constitution, prioritise the nation and contribute meaningfully towards the goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The programme, organised for members elected or nominated during the 2026 biennial Rajya Sabha elections, was attended by Deputy Chairman Harivansh, Rajya Sabha Secretary-G...

June 29, 2026 5:13 PM

Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan administers oath to newly elected and re-elected members

Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday administered the oath or affirmation to eight newly elected and re-elected Members of Parliament in separate ceremonies held at the Parliament House and the Rajya Sabha Chamber. Among those who took the oath was Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, who was re-elected to the Upper House from Karnataka. Kharge took the oath in Hindi at a ceremony held in Parliament House. The Rajya Sabha Chairman also administered the ...

June 22, 2026 11:26 PM

Rajya Sabha Chairman administers oath to re-elected MP Neeraj Dangi

Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday administered the oath of office to re-elected Rajya Sabha member Neeraj Dangi at Parliament House in New Delhi. Dangi, who represents Rajasthan in the Upper House, took the oath in Hindi. “Vice President and Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri C P Radhakrishnan administered the oath to Shri Neeraj Dangi, Member of the Rajya Sabha, re-elected from Rajasthan, at Parliament House today,” the Vice President said on X while sharing ...

April 10, 2026 4:20 PM

Rajya Sabha Chairman administers oath to Nitish Kumar, Harivansh in Parliament

Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday administered the oath of office to newly elected member Nitish Kumar and newly nominated member Harivansh Narayan Singh at the Parliament House. Nitish Kumar, representing Bihar, took the oath in Hindi after being elected to the Rajya Sabha. His induction marks a significant transition in his political career as he moves from state politics to the national legislature. Harivansh Narayan Singh, who was recently nominated to the Upper House, als...

April 6, 2026 10:10 PM

19 newly and re-elected Rajya Sabha members take oath in Parliament

Nineteen newly elected and re-elected members of the Rajya Sabha took oath on Monday in Parliament. The oath was administered by Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan in the House Chamber, in the presence of senior officials and Union ministers, including Kiren Rijiju and Jual Oram. Members from four states sworn in The newly sworn-in members represent four states - Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Odisha. From Maharashtra, those who took oath include Ramdas Athawale, Maya Chinta...