New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) Opposition MPs in the Rajya Sabha continued their protest on Tuesday, raising slogans and demanding a discussion on alleged police “brutality” during the July 20 demonstration in Delhi.The disruption occurred as members sought to raise matters with the permission of the Chair.Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan, finding no improvement in the orderly conduct of business, adjourned the House till 2 p.m. The adjournment came shortly after he allowed Rwangwra Narzari of UPP (L)…
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New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was adjourned till 2 pm on Monday after the Opposition continued to disrupt proceedings over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against protesting students, marking yet another day of the Monsoon Session without any legislative business.The House was earlier adjourned till noon. When it reconvened after the hour-long break, Congress member Pramod Tiwari (Rajasthan) raised the NEET paper leak issue.He said that under Article 75, the Council of …
New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was adjourned till noon on Monday following an uproar over the alleged police atrocity on protesting students in Delhi during the paper leak demonstrations.After members and ministers laid papers and reports, Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan called upon members for discussion on matters with permission.Members, however, urged him to first hear Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, who sought to raise the issue of police action against students.The Chairman…
New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday led greetings on the 87th Raising Day of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), paying tribute to the force’s courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s internal security. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended their wishes, praising the CRPF’s outstanding service and contributions to national security.In …
New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday paid homage to the valiant soldiers who sacrificed their lives on the line of duty during the 1999 Kargil War, hailing their unparalleled valour and patriotism, which she said would continue to inspire future generations. India is commemorating the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Sunday, marked with gratitude and national pride, in remembrance of the historic 1999 victory when Indian soldiers reclaimed the snow-covered heights of Kargil.In …
New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday inaugurated a two-day Orientation Programme ‘Prarambh’ for the newly elected/nominated members of the House, urging them to dedicate themselves whole-heartedly to their roles. The Chairman said that even small suggestions by members during Zero Hour, Question Hour, or Committee meetings can yield major policy transformations, a statement said.Radhakrishnan added that while legislators may agree to disagree, there must …
New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was once again adjourned till 2 P.M. on Friday following noisy protests by Opposition members demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak issue.As the House reassembled at 12 noon after an earlier adjournment, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge rose to speak and strongly pressed for the minister’s resignation.The demand triggered a din in the House, prompting Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan to adjo…
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was once again plunged into chaos and adjourned within minutes on the fourth day of the Monsoon Session, as Opposition parties intensified their protests demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak case and a discussion on alleged police brutality against agitating students in New Delhi. When the House reassembled at noon, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge strongly raised the demand for the Mini…
New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha was once again thrown into high-voltage drama on Tuesday as fierce opposition protests over the NEET-UG paper leak controversy led to repeated adjournments, severely disrupting parliamentary proceedings.The Upper House, which reconvened at noon, was swiftly adjourned till 2 p.m. amid chaotic scenes triggered by members demanding discussion on police action against student protesters at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.The ruckus began shortly after official pa…
New Delhi, July 20 (IANS) Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday called upon House members across all sides to uphold the dignity, discipline and decorum of this august institution and promote meaningful deliberations.In his opening remarks at the start of the Monsoon Session, Radhakrishnan said that while differences of opinion are integral to parliamentary democracy, they must be expressed in a manner that preserves the sanctity of the House.“Disruptions should not be allowed to u…