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April 18, 2026 5:27 PM

Parliament adjourned sine die after Budget Session; nine bills passed, productivity remains high

Both Houses of Parliament of India were adjourned sine die on Saturday, bringing the Budget Session 2026 to a close after 81 days and 31 sittings. The session, which began on January 28, saw a total of 13 sittings in its first phase, followed by 15 in the second and three in the final phase. Despite disruptions during key debates, the session recorded strong productivity, with the Lok Sabha achieving around 93 per cent productivity and the Rajya Sabha exceeding 100 per cent at approximately 110...

April 18, 2026 12:27 PM

Rajya Sabha concludes Budget Session with 109.87% productivity, Chairman lauds members’ contributions

The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha on Saturday delivered his valedictory remarks, formally bringing the 270th Session—and the Budget Session of Parliament—to a close, while commending members for their active participation and constructive debates. Highlighting the significance of the Budget Session, the Chairman described it as the most consequential among Parliament’s three sessions, noting that the decisions taken during this period directly influence the country’s economic direction an...

April 17, 2026 10:29 PM

Amit Shah targets opposition over Delimitation, Women’s Reservation Bills in Lok Sabha

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday mounted a strong defence of the Delimitation Bill, 2026, the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha, while sharply criticising the opposition over its stance on women’s reservation and delimitation. Replying to an extensive debate in which 130 members, including 56 women MPs, participated, HM Shah alleged that the opposition’s resistance was not about implementation but about...

April 17, 2026 5:53 PM

PM Modi urges MPs to back women’s reservation amendment, calls it ‘historic opportunity’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged Members of Parliament to vote in favour of the amendment to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, describing it as a “historic opportunity” to ensure rightful representation for women in legislative bodies. Speaking ahead of the scheduled voting in the Lok Sabha, the Prime Minister noted that extensive discussions on the legislation had taken place, continuing late into the night and resuming in the morning session. He said the government had addres...

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 10, 2026 4:00 PM

PM Modi congratulates Harivansh on Rajya Sabha nomination, praises his contributions to public life

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his best wishes to veteran journalist-turned-politician Harivansh Narayan Singh following his nomination to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "Shri Harivansh Ji has made invaluable contributions to journalism and public life. He is a respected intellectual and thinker. With his profound thoughts and insights, he has enriched the proceedings of the House over the past few years." PM Modi added, "...

April 10, 2026 12:31 PM

President Droupadi Murmu nominates Harivansh Narayan Singh to Rajya Sabha

President Droupadi Murmu has nominated Harivansh Narayan Singh as a Member of the Rajya Sabha, according to a Gazette notification issued on Friday. His appointment was finalised on Thursday, following the conclusion of his previous term as a JD(U) member from Bihar on April 9. He has been serving as the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman since 2018. The nomination of the 69-year-old leader has been made under the powers conferred by sub-section (a) of clause (1) read with Section 3 of the Constituti...

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...

April 2, 2026 12:17 PM

Parliament Budget Session: Lok Sabha to take up CAPF Bill today

The Lok Sabha is set to take up the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, on Thursday, a day after it was passed in the Rajya Sabha amid a walkout by Opposition members. The Bill, likely to be moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, proposes significant changes in senior-level appointments within the CAPFs. It provides that 50 per cent of posts at the rank of Inspector General will be filled through deputation. Additionally, at least 67 per cent of posts at the rank o...

March 24, 2026 3:58 PM

PM Modi calls for peace, assures energy security amid West Asia crisis

After addressing the Lok Sabha yesterday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Rajya Sabha on the escalating conflict in West Asia, highlighting its far-reaching impact on global energy markets, trade routes, and the safety of Indian citizens abroad, while reaffirming India’s commitment to diplomacy and preparedness. Noting that the war has entered its fourth week, the Prime Minister said the crisis has triggered a severe global energy disruption and posed significant challen...