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Parliament monsoon session: How Rajya Sabha created two records

NEW DELHI: The Rajya Sabha created two records on the first day of Parliament’s monsoon session which commenced on Thursday. In one record, 50% women have been appointed in the reconstituted panel of vice-chairpersons while in the second the chair went digital.

The Times of India

Why notices under Rule 267 rained in Rajya Sabha on first day of monsoon session

NEW DELHI: It was quite obvious on Thursday morning itself that the first day of Parliament’s monsoon session will get disrupted over the ongoing ethnic violence in the northeastern state of Manipur. At least 12 MPs from eight opposition parties submitted notice under Rule 267 demanding suspension of business in…

The Times of India

Rajya Sabha Chairman nominates four women parliamentarians to panel of vice-chairpersons

For 1st time, Rajya Sabha Chairman nominates 4 women to panel of vice-chairpersons, giving equal representation. S. Phangnon Konyak 1st woman from Nagaland to be elected. Other members: P.T. Usha, BJD's Sulata Deo, NCP's Fauzia Khan, L. Hanumanthiah, Trinamool's Sukendu Shekhar Ray, BJP's Ghanshyam Tewari.

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Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day; govt assures discussion on Manipur

Opposition protests over Manipur violence rocked both Houses of Parliament on July 20, with Lok Sabha adjourning for the day and Rajya Sabha adjourning twice.

The Hindu

Jagdeep Dhankhar reconstitutes Rajya Sabha panel of vice-chairpersons; half of them women

Rajya Sabha chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 20 reconstituted the panel of vice-chairpersons of Parliament’s Upper House with half of them being women.

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"Pained": PM Modi speaks on Manipur video, says no accused will be spared

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke about the violence that has been ongoing in Manipur for the past two months. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Rajya Sabha adjourned till 2 pm after obituary references

Rajya Sabha was adjourned for a brief period till 2 pm on Thursday, the first day of monsoon session of Parliament. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Opposition demands debate on Manipur

Opposition parties demand PM Modi to answer debate on Manipur ethnic violence. Government willing to discuss issues permitted under rules. BRS, IUML raise questions on UCC. Opposition seeks debate on inflation, govt likely to concede.

The Hindu

Nitish Kumar denies being upset at not getting INDIA post

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also denied that he had objected to the name of the new Opposition alliance — the Indian National Developmental, Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) — hitting out at BJP Rajya Sabha member Sushil Kumar Modi for spreading such rumours.

The Hindu

Meeting of floor leaders called by Rajya Sabha Chairman ahead of Monsoon session rescheduled

VP Dhankar reschedules meeting with Leaders of Parties in Rajya Sabha ahead of monsoon session of Parliament, beginning July 20 and lasting until Aug 11. Union Minister Joshi urges parties to contribute to productive discussions.

The Hindu

Complaints lodged against Assam CM for hate speech

Assam CM Sarma accused of hate speech against Bengali-speaking Muslims; several police complaints lodged. Assam's Rajya Sabha MP, Asom Sankhyalaghu Sangram Parishad, CPI(M) & TMC file complaints against Sarma & Ajmal for hate speech.

The Hindu

Seven elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from West Bengal

A number of ministers and ruling party MLAs, including Ministers Aroop Roy and Tapas Roy accompanied the Trinamool nominees to the State Assembly. Read more details on The Hindu

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3 reasons why Congress support to AAP over Delhi ordinance is more about optics than gains

NEW DELHI: After much prevarication, the Congress on Sunday decided to support Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the Narendra Modi government’s ordinance on the control of services in Delhi by declaring that it will oppose a bill whenever it is introduced in Parliament. However, the stand seems to…

The Times of India

AAP confirms it will join Opposition meet in Bengaluru

AAP to attend Opposition meet in Bengaluru on July 17-18. The party also welcomes Congress' stand to oppose Centre's ordinance in the PAC meeting held on July 16.

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At Sansad TV, vice president Dhankhar calls the shots on content, layoffs, appraisal

Sansad TV laid off 26 employees last month. Contracts of 19 temporary and freelance staff were terminated on June 12, while seven senior employees were sacked on June 27, and 15 others were told their work will be reviewed over the next six months.

The Hindu

BJP picks up Rajya Sabha candidates from Gujarat

The ruling BJP on Wednesday fielded a former legislator Babu Desai from North Gujarat and a political dynast Kesridevsinh Zala as two Rajya Sabha candidates besides the External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar for the three seats in Gujarat.

The Hindu

In Rajya Sabha pick for West Bengal, BJP seeks to push for North Bengal support

BJP nominates Ananta Maharaj for Rajya Sabha from West Bengal, to gain support of Rajbanshi community. TMC announces 6 candidates, including one from North Bengal, to counter BJP's inroads.

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Differently-abled activist in Green India Challenge

Cyclist Mohit Niranjan and entrepreneur Chandrakant Sagar, both differently-abled, joined Rajya Sabha MP Joginapally Santosh Kumar in the Green India Challenge to plant saplings. Mohit, 21, launched a campaign to spread awareness on soil conservation. Santosh praised Chandrakant for his "Plastic Free society" campaign on a wheelchair. #GreenIndiaChallenge #SoilConservation #PlasticFreeSociety

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There is no match to Modi at the Centre, claims BJP MP

The success and public response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public meeting at Warangal has once again shown that when it comes to the Parliament polls and national issues, people are sure to give their vote to him, claimed Rajya Sabha MP K. Laxman on July 11.

The Hindu

Bharatiya Janata Party picks Sadanand Shet Tanavade for Rajya Sabha election from Goa

BJP has decided to field its Goa unit president Sadanand Shet Tanavade for the election to the lone Rajya Sabha seat from the coastal state, a senior party functionary said on July 11.

The Hindu

TMC to send five-member fact-finding team to Manipur on July 14

The Trinamool Congress said a five-member party delegation will visit the ethnic strife-torn Manipur on July 14 to reach out to the affected people of the northeastern State.

The Hindu

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar files nomination for Rajya Sabha from Gujarat

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on July 10, 2023 filed his nomination papers for elections to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat

The Hindu

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar files nomination papers for Rajya Sabha polls from Gujarat

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday filed his nomination papers for elections to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat.

Dynamite News

Rajya Sabha Election: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar files nomination papers in Gandhinagar

Jaishankar was elected to the Rajya Sabha from Gujarat in 2019, when he was inducted to the Union Cabinet. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Derek O'Brien, Saket Gokhale among 6 candidates named by TMC for Rajya Sabha polls

The Trinamool Congress has announced the names of six candidates, including party spokesperson Derek O’Brien, for the forthcoming Rajya Sabha elections.

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