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Crafting a new chapter in parliamentary conduct

Given the state of conduct in India’s Parliament, a solution to change things lies in returning for inspiration to the source — the Houses of Westminster

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Monsoon Session comes to an end amid Opposition protest

Monsoon Session ends with Modi government defeating no-confidence motion; Lok Sabha achieved 45% productivity; 20 Government Bills passed; Rajya Sabha lost 50 hours due to disruptions

The Hindu

U.P. govt. must show special responsibility in monsoon session over issues of public interest, says Mayawati

In the short session scheduled to be of five days, both Houses — the Legislative Assembly and the Council — will adopt new rulebook.

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CPI(M) MP writes to RS Chairperson, Lok Sabha Speaker against tabling of IT panel report

Citing rules guiding the two Houses, CPI(M) John Brittas said in his letter to the Rajya Sabha Chairman and Lok Sabha Speaker that parliamentary standing committees are explicitly prohibited from examining any bills that have not been referred to them by either the Rajya Sabha Chairman or the Lok Sabha…

The Hindu

Monsoon session from August 3

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Travesty to pass Bills when no-confidence motion is still pending, says Congress citing rules

Opposition bloc INDIA wants no-confidence motion debated at the earliest. Congress says no legislative business can be transacted till the motion is debated.

The Hindu

"This was about Manipur's fight for justice..." Congress MP Gogoi after filing no-confidence motion against govt

After filing a no-confidence motion against the government in the Lok Sabha on behalf of the opposition alliance, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday said that "this was about Manipur's fight for justice." Read further on Dynamite News:

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Opposition leaders hold meeting to decide strategy as Parliament impasse continues

Amid the impasse in Parliament over their demands related to the Manipur violence, floor leaders of opposition parties held a meeting on Tuesday morning to discuss their strategy. Read further on Dynamite News:

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First day of Monsoon Session a washout

The Parliament failed to function on the first day of the monsoon session, with the Opposition remaining adamant that the first order of business should be a debate on the violence in Manipur with a statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Hindu

What is parliamentary privilege? Why MPs could name BBC presenter

The BBC presenter is being urged to come forward to avoid further speculation

Evening Standard

Parliament restoration experts seek inspiration on revising history from regional landmarks

Businesses specialising in engineering and architecture to skills and further education, shared their expertise and experience

Bristol Post

The Indian polity, a democratic diagnosis

Parliament has lost its effectiveness as an instrument of scrutiny and devices of disruption are sought to be legitimised

The Hindu

PM Modi unveils plaque; dedicates new Parliament building to nation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday dedicated the new Parliament building to the nation by unveiling the plaque marking the inauguration. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Defector to lose seat: Bill introduced

Fifty years ago, a Constitution Amendment Bill seeking to disqualify a defector from his continued membership of Parliament or State Legislature was introduced in the Lok Sabha

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Both Houses of Parliament adjourned within minutes of commencement of proceedings

Within minutes of the commencement of proceedings of both Houses, Rajya Sabha was adjourned till 2 pm and Lok Sabha till 4 pm on Monday, amid Opposition MPs' protest in the second phase of the Budget Session. Read further on Dynamite News:

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President's Visionary Address In Parliament Has Guided Crores Of Indians: PM Modi In Lok Sabha

PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of the two Houses of Parliament has provided guidance to the people of the country. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Winter Session 2022: Both Houses of Parliament Adjourned Sine Die

Both the Houses of Parliament--Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha--have been adjourned on Friday, six days ahead of schedule. Read on for details:

Evening Standard

House of the Dragon season one episode 10 roundup: the finale is here and the battle begins

The showdown between the Blacks and Greens is upon us...

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Andhra Pradesh: YSRCP government diluting role of legislative bodies, alleges Yanamala

‘The period of the Legislature sessions is being cut short to avoid facing pointed questions by the opposition parties’

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Supreme Court dismisses plea challenging validity of provision related to EVMs

The plea, which was dismissed by the apex court, sought declaration of the provision of the Representation of the People Act, which had led to the introduction of electronic voting machines (EVMs), as "void, illegal and unconstitutional"

The Hindu

Tracing the Vice-President’s stint as parliamentarian

Venkaiah Naidu served in the House for 19 years on both sides of the aisle

Dynamite News

Monsoon Session: Suspended MPs continue with their 50 hour long dharna inside Parliament

The MPs are protesting their suspension from the Houses saying they only demanded discussion on price rise, GST rate hike etc calling the issues- urgent. Read more on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Parliament Monsoon Session updates| July 26, 2022

Here are the latest updates from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha during day seven of the Monsoon Session of the Parliament.

The Hindu

Parliament Recap | A look at the Bills introduced in the last session

The important provisions and status of the Bills introduced in the Parliament during the March-April session

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Britain’s Notre Dame? Why MPs need to solve the Houses of Parliament problem

The renovation of the Palace of Westminster has foundered amid soaring cost projections, infighting and safety fears. Can anyone find a way forward?

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