Parliament Winter Session Highlights: Advocates & Post Office Bill passed, both Houses adjourned till 11am on Tuesday

With the Parliament's Winter Session set to begin on Monday, the leaders of various opposition parties of the I.N.D.I.A bloc would meet in the chamber of Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge to chalk out their strategy in both Houses

The bills pending before the Parliament include the new bills to replace the IPC, Criminal Penal Code and the Evidence Act besides the bill on appointment of the chief election commissioner and other election commissioners

The Winter Session of Parliament is likely to start on a stormy note as the expulsion of Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra is on the cards on the first day itself

BJP MPs Brij Lal & Neeraj Shekhar are expected to present the 246th report on 'The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023'; 247th report on 'The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023'; and the 248th report on 'The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023 of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs in the Rajya Sabha today on day one of the Winter Session.

Congress MP Manickam Tagore gives Adjournment Motion Notice in Lok Sabha to discuss the arrest of an ED officer in Tamil Nadu and another ED officer in Rajasthan in alleged corruption matters.

Congress MP Manish Tewari gives Adjournment Motion Notice in Lok Sabha and demands discussion on the death penalty to 8 ex-Indian Navy personnel in Qatar.

CPI MP Binoy Viswam gives Suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under rule 267 and demands discussion on the "fragile ecology of the Himalayas and the severe threat it causes to workers who are at the forefront of development projects in the region, the concerning situation of workers came to light again in the recent collapse of the under-construction Silkyara tunnel in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand."

Whatever issues the Lok Sabha Speaker and Rajya Sabha Chairman decide, Government is ready to discuss all of them: Arjun Ram Meghwal

We have called a meeting of all parties. We are sitting for that meeting to decide what is to be done today: Mallikarjun Kharge

The government is likely to introduce 19 bills... We will take part in the discussion: CPI MP P Santhosh Kumar

PM Modi speaks to the media ahead of Winter Session of Parliament 2023.

May the Winter Session of Parliament be a productive one and filled with constructive debates: PM Modi

Opposition parties meet in Kharge's office to discuss floor strategy for Winter Session in Parliament

When there is good governance, when there is devotion to public welfare, the word "anti-incumbency" becomes irrelevant: PM Modi

Mahua Moitra arrives in Parliament. Ethics Committee to table report recommending her expulsion

I also urge all our MPs that this temple of democracy is essential for public aspiration and to strengthen the foundation of developed India: PM Modi

BJP chief JP Nadda, Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Pralhad Joshi, Arjun Ram Meghwal and other party leaders show victory sign before entering the Parliament building to attend the first day of Winter Session.

BJP MPs raise the slogan of "Teesri Baar Modi Sarkar" and "Baar Baar Modi Sarkar" in Lok Sabha

Parliament Winter Session: BSP MP Danish Ali protests against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri outside the Parliament

Lok Sabha adjourned till 12 noon amid ruckus in the House, Rajya Sabah session under way

I will be able to make a comment only after the report is tabled: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Ethics Committee report on TMC MP Mahua Moitra

Senior Congress leader Sonia Gandhi arrives at Parliament on Day 1 of Winter Session.

Privileges Committee meeting of Rajya Sabha to be held at 12:30pm today in Parliament, over AAP MP Raghav Chadha's suspension matter.

Defence Minister and BJP MP Rajnath Singh says, "...In 2024 elections, BJP and NDA allies will win a higher number of seats than we won in the last Lok Sabha elections."

"A discussion in the House must take place because she (Mahua Moitra) was not allowed to complete her deposition because the chairman of committee asked all filthy question about her personal life. That's why we objected and the opposition members walked out," says BSP MP Kunwar DanishAli on cash-for-query case.

Don't vent frustration of assembly polls defeat inside Parliament: PM Modi to opposition

Congress Parliamentary Strategy Group meeting to be held today at 5 p.m. at Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi's residence to chalk out the strategy for the winter session of Parliament

Lok Sabha session resumes post adjournment

Lok Sabha proceeding were on Monday adjourned till 12 noon after BSP member Danish Ali held a protest demanding action against BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri for allegedly making derogatory remarks against him.

As the House met on the first day of the Winter Session, Speaker Om Birla first read out the obituary references.

When the Question Hour started, Ali raised the issue of his complaint against Bidhuri for allegedly making derogatory remarks against him in the last session.Ali had a placard hung around his neck.

Jyotiraditya Scindia speaks in Rajya Sabha over developement in aviation sector

Under PM Modi's guidance, the aviation sector shall see immense growth in coming days, Minister of Civil Aviation Jyotiradity Scindia said.

Airline connectivity to the remotest places is our ministry's topmost priority.

Scindia further says, "Safety and security is the priority of our ministry. For security, our institute BCAS (Bureau of Civil Aviation Security) keeps a keen watch on all airports and for safety DGCA issues CAR (Civil Aviation Rule) so that the safety of the passengers is kept in mind. Whenever any airline or airport is found guilty, a penalty is imposed on them..."

In any procedure involving expulsion, there has to be the opportunity for cross-examination of witnesses for all sides to be heard: Tharoor

TMC raises MGNREGA dues issue in Lok Sabha, Minister alleges corruption

The Trinamool Congress on Monday alleged that the Centre has imposed an 'economic blockade' against the West Bengal government by blocking funds for schemes like MGNREGA and PM Awas Yojana as it demanded an immediate payment of the dues.

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in response alleged corruption in handling of the central funds in the state and said a CBI enquiry has been ordered into the matter. (PTI)

Both Parliament houses adjourned till 2 pm

Both Parliament house proceedings resume

Raghav Chadha not suspended, may attend house proceedings, says Dhankar

"Protests are being held there (Maharashtra) and an atmosphere of Marathas vs OBCs has been created. I wanted to raise this issue in the Zero Hour. The matter was listed in the Zero Hour, but my name was not called. I protested against this, but they said it is a state issue," says Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi

"Let them (government) place it first. When they didn't list it, then what could I say?" TMC MP Mahua Moitra on Ethics panel tabling report on cash-for-query case in Lok Sabha.

"We had a meeting today (morning) to discuss opposition's strategy for (Parliament) Winter Session," says Congress MP K C Venugopal

Union Home minister Amit Shah arrives in Parliament to attend the ongoing Winter Session.

I am happy that my suspension has been roved and I want to thank the Supreme Court and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar: Raghav Chadha

Ethics panel report on Mahua Moitra listed for Monday but not tabled in Lok Sabha yet

Several opposition MPs expressed surprise as the report of the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee recommending the expulsion of Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra in a "cash-for-query" case was not tabled in the House though it was listed on Monday's agenda.

The report was listed for presentation after the Question Hour. But it was not tabled till around 1 pm when the House adjourned for lunch. (PTI)

The Post Office Bill 2023 is being tabled in Rajya Sabha, for consideration and passing.

Bill to establish central tribal univ in Telangana introduced in Lok Sabha

A bill to establish a central tribal university in Telangana was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday by Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
According to the statement and objects of the Central Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2023 establishment of "Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University" will cater to the regional aspirations for years to come.
The proposed institution, it said, will increase access and quality of higher education and facilitate and promote higher education and research facilities for the people of Telangana.
It will also promote advanced knowledge by providing instructional and research facilities in tribal art, culture and customs and advancement in technology to the tribal population of India.

Raghav Chadha speaks in RS post revocation of suspension, debated over Post office Bill

I remained suspended from RS for 115 days. Couldn't question govt, raise people's issues for those days in House: AAP MP Raghav Chadha

Received lots of love, blessings from people during 115 days of suspension. Thankful for all love and support: AAP MP Raghav Chadha

RS Privileges panel discontinues AAP MP Raghav Chadha's suspension after holding him guilty of presenting misleading facts

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moves Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2023 for consideration and passing in Lok Sabha

Congress leader says Centre 'disrespected' Swaminathan, demands Bharat Ratna for scientist

Congress member K Suresh on Monday demanded that the Centre honour late M S Swaminathan with the Bharat Ratna, contending that the agricultural scientist was shown disrespect as no representative of the Union government was present at his funeral.

Raising the issue during Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha, Suresh also wanted the government to install a life-size statue of Swaminathan in the new Parliament building and a portrait of the scientist in the Central Hall.

He also demanded that the government rename the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) after the legendary scientist to recognise his contribution to achieving self sufficiency in the food sector.

Debate on in Rajya Sabha over consideration and passing of the Post Office Bill

DMK's A Raja debates on the considering and passing of the Advocates (Amendment) Bill

TMC's Kalyan Banerjee debates on the Advocates Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha

NCP's Supriya Sule speaks on Advocates Amendment Bill

Commotion in Rajya Sabha as Ashwini Vaishnaw speaks on PM Modi's clear vision for postal services

Panel finds suspension suffered by AAP's Raghav Chadha sufficient sentence to meet ends of justice: RS Chair

On AAP MP Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar says, "As regards the sentence, the committee finds the suspension suffered by him since 11th August 2023 from the house thus far as the sufficient sentence that will meet the ends of justice. The committee stands committed to upholding the sanctity of Parliamentary proceedings and safeguarding the integrity of the institution. The committee expresses hope that Raghav Chadha will reflect and introspect."

Post Office Bill reflection of postal institutions' revival under NDA: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw asserted on Monday that the Post Office Bill, 2023 to amend the 125-year-old Indian Post Office Act is a reflection of how post offices and postal institutions were revived in the last nine years under the NDA's rule.
Moving the Post Office Bill, 2023 to be taken into consideration and passed by the Rajya Sabha, the minister said in the last nine-and-a-half years, postal services, post offices and postmen have been transformed into a service-delivery institution from being merely a mail-delivery mechanism.
At one point, it seemed that the postal services would become irrelevant and especially during the rule of the UPA, there was a situation when post offices had to be phased out, he claimed.
"This new legislation is a reflection of the way post offices and postal institutions have been revived in the last nine years," the minister said.

Rajya Sabha passes Post Office Bill 2023

Arjun Ram Meghwal says 'ease of living' is motto of Modi sarkar during debate over Advocates Amendment Bill

Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury meets newly elected BJP MLA Baba Balak Nath amid winter session of Parliament

Advocates (Amendment) Bill passed in Lok Sabha

The Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2023 has been passed in the Lok Sabha. The House stands adjourned till December 5 till 11 am.