Winter Session

The Parliament saw an elaborate discussion on Vande Mataram but failed to take a discussion on the air pollution crisis in the national capital, despite discussion demands from the Opposition camp.

Opposition abandoning legislative responsibilities by choosing disruption over debate: Shashi Tharoor

Previously, the Monsoon Session of Parliament this year had been reduced to a near-total washout, with the Opposition mounting relentless protests inside and outside the House over the issue of SIR.

Cashless insurance claims meet 97% of IRDAI’s 3-hour mandate; 1-hour pre-authorization at 87% compliance

IRDAI’s data for August 2024 to May 2025 shows that while a majority of cashless claims were cleared within mandated timelines, thousands still breached the prescribed window, highlighting persistent gaps in service standards despite stricter regulatory oversight.

PM Modi's firm message to oppn ahead of winter session: 'Parliament no battleground for frustration of defeat'

The Winter Session should not turn into a battleground for the frustration of defeat, nor should it become an expression of arrogance over victory. We should maintain a balance, says PM Modi.

Lok Sabha BAC allocates time for key bills, debates in upcoming winter session

The government has listed 13 Bills for the session, many of which have not been examined by a Standing Committee. The BAC has recommended a time for several key legislative items and debates.

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi demands discussion on Delhi Blast, Democracy and Economy in Winter session

The INDIA bloc floor leaders have also called for a meeting at the office of Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge in Parliament on Monday.

Oppn calls all-party meet ahead of 'shortest ever' Winter Session of Parliament 'formality', govt lists 14 bills

The Opposition parties are demanding a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Delhi's Red Fort blast, air pollution, farmers issues, and national security among other issues.

LS Winter session saw 57.87 per cent productivity

The House met on November 25 and was adjourned sine die (indefinitely) on Friday amid protests by opposition and treasury benches over the alleged insult to B R Ambedkar and directions by Speaker Om Birla to members against holding demonstrations at any gate of Parliament.

Ambedkar row: Cracks widen in INDIA bloc as Trinamool skips Congress protest outside Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the opposition's protest saying the Congress played dirty tricks to obliterate the legacy of the Dalit icon.

Nitin Gadkari, Jyotiraditya Scindia among 20 MPs absent during 'one nation, one election' debate

The BJP had earlier sent a three-line whip to its Lok Sabha members, directing them to be present in the House.

Today's theme — Bangladesh: Priyanka Gandhi's bag draws attention again day after 'Palestine' row

'Stand with Bangladeshi Hindus and Christians', the quote on her bag read, in reference to the incidents of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh following the ouster of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina earlier this year.

Rahul Gandhi meets Lok Sabha Speaker, asks him to expunge derogatory remarks against him

Gandhi further alleged that BJP does not want to discuss crucial issues like the Adani bribery charges in Parliament.

Rejected Parties Do Not Allow Discussion In Parliament, Says PM Modi Ahead Of Winter Session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the start of the winter session of Parliament, criticized opposition parties for disrupting parliamentary proceedings for political gains. He pointed out that individuals repeatedly rejected by the public were attempting to control the functioning of Parliament by causing chaos and disruptions. Modi emphasized the importance of healthy debates in the legislature, highlighting that such tactics ultimately fail as the public watches their behavior closely and delivers justice at the right time. His comments followed the BJP's decisive victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, where the BJP-led coalition won 235 seats, leaving the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi with just 49. Modi urged opposition members to allow the Parliament to function smoothly, noting that some agreed, while others continued to ignore the collective sentiment. The winter session, which will continue until December 20, is also significant as it marks the 75th anniversary of India’s Constitution.

Parliament winter session live: LS, RS adjourned; no sittings on November 26 to mark Constitution Day

Parliament winter session live: The government has listed 16 bills, including one to amend the waqf law and five new ones, for the winter session. The five new draft legislations include the one to set up a cooperative university, the Rashtriya Sahkari Vishwavidyalaya.

SCI shares rise 6% amid buzz over introduction of three new shipping sector-related bills at Winter Session

Merchant Shipping Bill, Coastal Shipping Bill and the Indian Ports Bill have been listed for introduction and eventual passage at the Winter Session

Winter Session of Parliament to begin on November 25, end on December 20

The minister also announced that on November 26 on the occasion of Constitution Day), the 75th Anniversary of the adoption of Constitution, the event would be celebrated in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.

Israel Parliament's winter session begins today, to feature talks on state budget, Haredi enlistment and more

Although, lawmakers will be forced to listen to the Opposition as coalition’s ultra-Orthodox United Torah Judaism party is set to block the passage of the spending bill until the Knesset paves the way for exemption of Haredi men from getting drafted in military mandatorily.

Soul, body and idea of new criminal laws are purely Bharatiya, says Amit Shah

The three new criminal bills, namely, the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023, and the Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023, which replaced the IPC, the CrPC, and the Evidence Act, were passed by the Rajya Sabha today.

News Highlights: Union Cabinet approves declaration of Surat Airport as an International Airport

News Highlights: Surat Airport will not only become a gateway for international travelers but also facilitate seamless export-import operations for the thriving diamond and textile - industries. This strategic move promises to unlock unprecedented economic potential, making Surat a key player in the international aviation landscape and fostering a new era of prosperity for the region, said the press release issued by the Cabinet.

Rajya Sabha passes Bill on appointment of CEC, EC after Opposition walks out

Congress, which led the Opposition walk out against the legislation, said the proposed law would "crush the autonomy, fearlessness and fairness of India's democracy and electoral machinery".

Private member bill to repeal Waqf Act introduced in Rajya Sabha

The introduction of the bill was approved after 53 members, mostly from the treasury benches, voted in favour while 32 opposed the move.

Hospital admissions costing Rs 77,298 crore authorised under AB PM-JAY till Nov 30: Govt

As of December 2, a total of 26,774 hospitals, including 11,733 private facilities, across the country have been empanelled to provide healthcare services to the scheme beneficiaries

Coal stocks at thermal power plants would have been zero in Sept without the import mandate: RK Singh

During April-October 2023, the average growth in coal-based generation, with respect to corresponding period of FY 23, was 8.6 percent and the depletion in DCB plants stocks was 15.3 million tons (MT), Singh said

Winter Session 2023: RS passes Post Office Bill to amend 125-year-old Indian Post Office Act

The Bill was introduced in the Rajya Sabha during the Monsoon Session of Parliament

Government lists 18 bills for Winter Session of Parliament

According to a bulletin issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, the govt also plans to bring a bill that seeks to increase the strength of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly from 107 to 114 in a bid to provide representation to Kashmiri migrants, displaced persons from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Scheduled Tribes.