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Congress Whip Manickam Tagore writes to Speaker Om Birla seeking expunging remarks made by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey against Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi

Debate on Constitution to commence in Lok Sabha today; Priyanka to make her debut speech

The debate in Lok Sabha will culminate with a reply by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday while Rajya Sabha is slated to take up the discussion on Monday and Tuesday.

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India remains concerned at evolving situation in West Asia: Centre tells Parliament

India remains "concerned" at the evolving situation in West Asia and attacks against commercial vessels in and around the Red Sea threaten freedom of navigation and "impact our trade", the government informed the Parliament on Thursday. (PTI)

President Murmu pays 'humble tribute' to the bravehearts who sacrificed their lives defending our Parliament on this day in 2001

"We will see what is in the bill. How they will do it, we will see all the things and then we will react to it...," says Kharge on One Nation One Election

Many unconstitutional things are going on, many autonomous bodies are being misused: Kharge

"We have put this condition that there should be a discussion on the Constitution. Many unconstitutional things are going on, many autonomous bodies are being misused, the governance in the country is not good, so we want a debate so that everyone can know how the governance is going on...," Kharge said.

Why is Congress rattled when the high-level committee headed by Ram Nath Kovind spoke to all stakeholders over ONOE, says BJP

“When implemented, ‘One Nation One Election’ will reclaim the spirit and sanctity of our Constitution which was betrayed when Congress broke and shattered the synchronous cycle of simultaneous elections by ruthlessly toppling state governments… It will increase voter turnout, bring political stability, ensure good governance, eliminate the role of black money in elections, reduce the burden on our security forces, and ensure that taxpayers' money Is used in a more productive way… Why is Congress rattled when the high-level committee headed by Ram Nath Kovind spoke to all stakeholders, 32 political parties agreed to ‘One Nation One Election.’ Till 1967, simultaneous elections to the state assembly and parliament was the norm until the Congress party ruthlessly broke it from 1966 to 1977…," says National Spokesperson of BJP CR Kesavan on One Nation One Election

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi pay tribute to the bravehearts who sacrificed their lives defending Parliament during the 2001 terror attack.

Unplanned and unconstitutional way to do things: Priyanka Kharge on One Nation One Election

"One Nation One Election is another diversionary tactic by the BJP to divert attention from Manipur, economic disparity prevailing in the nation. They want to hide Adani's Nexus with SEBI and their inefficacies...This is nothing but a standard operating procedure...Do they have a blueprint for it? Do they have the men and machinery required for a One Nation One Election? What will happen to the aspirations of regional parties? This is an unplanned and unconstitutional way to do things...They are trying to do one nation one religion, one nation one leader..."

"The Communist Party of India does not agree with the 'One Nation One Election' proposal. In fact, I have presented my party's views to the Law Commission and the committee headed by Ram Nath Kovind. We have made it clear that 'One Nation One Election' is impractical in a diverse country like India. It is not possible at all...," says CPI leader D Raja

"Let them present it. The view of our party (on One Nation, One Election) is very well known...," says Congress MP Manish Tewari

Dhankhar extends greetings to world chess champion D Gukesh for setting a global benchmark

Radha Mohan Das Agrawal slams Mallikarjun Kharge in Rajya Sabha for accusing VC Dhankhar of ignoring Oppn in House

Rajya Sabha Opposition MPs submit impeachment notice against Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav for his controversial remarks

Justice Yadav spoke on Uniform Civil Code and other issues during a provincial convention of the VHP's Legal Cell and High Court Unit on Sunday. The videos of him speaking at the event, where he also reportedly said the law should work according to the majority, were circulated widely triggering a strong reaction from opposition parties.

The Supreme Court on Tuesday called for details from the Allahabad High Court after taking note of news reports of the speech of Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, a sitting high court judge, delivered at a VHP function.

While taking cognisance of Justice Yadav's reported speech, the Allahabad High Court was directed to furnish details over the matter.

"The Supreme Court has taken note of the newspaper reports of a speech given by Mr Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, a sitting judge of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. The details and particulars have been called from the High Court and the matter is under consideration (sic),” an official statement said.

(With PTI inputs)

'Oppn wants farmers to remain in farms and not grow': BJP MPs slam Oppn for making fun of Dhankhar, making videos of him.

Ruckus in Rajya Sabha over Kharge's tweet attacking Dhankar, BJP calls Oppn 'kisaan virodhi'

Oppn sits in House for 2 mins before walking out, how will they save Constitution: BJP in RS

I have tolerated a lot: Dhankhar amid ruckus in House over Kharge's tweet attacking VC for partiality

Derek O'Brien who are you? I will not fall weak today: Dhankhar fires at Oppn amid ruckus in House

We have not come to House to listen to praises about you, Kharge slams Dhankhar

Dhankhar appeals to LoP and Leader of House to see him in chamber to end logjam

Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day amid spat between Kharge, Dhankhar over accusations on Chariman's partiality

If the chairman is not respecting me why should I respect him: Kharge

Question Hour ends in Lok Sabha

Om Birla congratulates D Gukesh for becoming the youngest Chess World Champion

Discussion on the glorious 75 years of the Constitution of India gets under way in Lok Sabha

Rajnath Singh speaks on Constitution of India

We are fortunate to be witness to Amrut Mahotsav (75th anniversary) of our Constitution: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

In the last few years attempts have been made to project the Constitution as a contribution of a particular party: Rajnath Singh.

The truth is that our Constitution is the expression of our civilisational values: Rajnath Singh.

The contribution of several leaders in the making of Constitution was deliberately ignored: Rajnath Singh in Lok Sabha.

Thoughts of leaders such as Madan Mohan Malviya, Lala Lajpat Rai, Bhagat Singh, Veer Savarkar have strengthened Constitution: Rajnath Singh.

One particular party has always tried to appropriate, hijack the process of making of Constitution: Rajnath Singh

Oppn keeps Constitution in their pockets, BJP bows their heads to it

Constitution not contribution of any single party but an unparalleled, transformative document aligned with values of India: Rajnath Singh.

Government is working in accordance with the 'Dharma' written in the Constitution of India: Rajnath Singh

Congress destroyed basic spirit of Constitution and words like protecting the Constitution do not suit them: Rajnath Singh.

After Priyanka Gandhi, Congress to field Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, Hibi Eden, Sukhdeo Bhagat, Mohammed Javed, Praniti Shinde, Alfred Arthur on first day of Constitution debate

Priyanka Gandhi opens debate for oppn camp on Constitution in maiden speech

Our Independence struggle was a unique one in the world as it was based on truth, non-violence: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in maiden LS speech

Constitution gave people strength to recognise they have right to justice and are capable of raising voice against govt: Priyanka Gandhi

Farmers living at God's mercy: Priyanka Gandhi

Priyanka targets Adani in maiden speech in Lok Sabha

The Wayanad MP accused that the Modi govt of running only to benefit businessman Gautam Adani.

Truth is BJP now talks of Constitution as they got to know in LS polls that people are protecting it: Priyanka Gandhi in LS.

If not for LS poll results, they (BJP) would have begun changing Constitution: Priyanka Gandhi.

It is people's demand that caste census is conducted: Priyanka Gandhi.

BJP is scared of discussion: Priyanka

It is people's demand that caste census is conducted: Priyanka Gandhi

Truth is BJP now talks of Constitution as they got to know in LS polls that people are protecting it: Priyanka Gandhi in LS.

Nehru's name can be erased from books and speeches but not his role in Independence struggle, nation-building: Priyanka Gandhi.

Country is watching 1.4 bn people being ignored to save one person; all wealth, ports, roads, mines being given to him: Priyanka Gandhi in LS.

BJP talks about past, they should talk what they are doing now; is Nehru responsible for everything: Priyanka Gandhi in first LS speech.

Seems PM Modi hasn't understood that it is 'Bharat ka Samvidhan' not 'Sangh ka Vidhan': Priyanka in LS

BJP cannot maintain unity, we saw it in Sambhal (Uttar Pradesh) and Manipur; they have created an atmosphere of fear: Priyanka Gandhi.

While our Constitution gave 'protective shield' of unity, seeds of discord and hatred being sown now: Priyanka Gandhi in Lok Sabha.

Our borders are shrinking: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha on alleged Chinese transgressions.

Govt should give figures on per capita income of those below poverty line: Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha.

Our borders are shrinking, says SP chief Akhilesh Yadav in LS on alleged Chinese transgressions

Efforts being made to reduce minorities to second-grade citizens, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges in LS.

Whenever we get opportunity, we will conduct caste census: Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha.

Caste census will bridge gap among castes: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha.

Better than my maiden speech, Rahul appreciates Priyanka Gandhi's address

"Excellent," says Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi on the maiden address of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in Lok Sabha

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's script very weak: BJP MP Ravi Kishan

Her (Priyanka Gandhi Vadra) script was very weak, it had a lot of errors. When the truth is not supported by the facts, this kind of situation emerges. I extend best wishes to her as she spoke in the parliament for the first time. PM Modi will give a reply to all the opposition leaders tomorrow"

I wish every provision of the Constitution of India should be broadly interpreted and extended to every poor person of India: Kalyan Banerjee

Rajya Sabha LoP Mallikarjun Kharge 'very happy' with Priyanka Gandhi on her maiden address

She did not speak like a first time Parliamentarian, says Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Priyanka Gandhi's maiden speech

"I think it was an excellent maiden speech. She did not speak like a first time Parliamentarian. She spoke with tremendous maturity, grace and intelligence. I was very impressed. She also made all the important points. Since Rajnath Singh had a very strong speech attacking the history of Congress. She very rightly pointed out that when will they talk about today?" says Congress MP Shashi Tharoor

She rightly pointed out to govt to focus on present than harp on past: Tharoor hails Priyanka

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday hailed Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's maiden speech in Parliament, saying she did not speak like a first-time MP and rightly pointed out to the government that it should talk about current times rather than harping on the past.

Asked about her speech, Tharoor told reporters, "I think it was an excellent maiden speech. She did not speak like a first-time parliamentarian who, as she said, has had only 15 days in Parliament. She spoke with tremendous maturity, tremendous grace, tremendous intelligence. I was very impressed."

Modiji will come back to power for fourth power: Lalan Singh slams Priyanka Gandi

Govt is trying to scare opposition with ED: Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Arvind Sawant

RS Chairman can't demand respect, he must command respect, Jairam Ramesh

"Our no-confidence motion is against the Chairman of Rajya Sabha... He doesn't let the opposition speak and insults Dalits... Chairman is supposed to run the house and not give running commentary, he can't demand respect, he must command respect... This is a single-sided democracy...," Jairam Ramesh said.

Ruckus in Lok Sabha after Mahua Moitra's speech

In her speech, TMC MP Mahaua Moitra accused the Centre of using the Government’s fund for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP’s campaign.

Lok Sabha reconvenes

The Lok Sabha reconvened on Friday at 6:15 pm.

Lok Sabha Speaker appeals to Members to maintain peace

The Lok Sabha Speaker on Friday appealed to Members to sit in their respective seats and maintain peace amid uproar over TMC’s Mahua Moitra speech

Mahua's reference to judge Loya's death sparks uproar in Lok Sabha, Rijiju warns of action

Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra's reference to the death of judge B H Loya "long before his time" created uproar in Lok Sabha on Friday as Union minister Kiren Rijiju accused her of raising a matter settled by the Supreme Court, and warned of "appropriate parliamentary action".

Participating in a debate on 75 years of the Indian Constitution,

Moitra made a passing, but contentious, remarks on Loya's death as she attacked the ruling BJP for allegedly targeting institutions and opposition leaders to silence critical voices.

The House was adjourned briefly twice due to the uproar over the matter.

BJP member Nishikant Dubey first raised the issue after her speech was over. He also objected to her criticism of former chief justice of India D Y Chandrachud, who recently retired, for a host of reasons, including receiving Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence during the Ganapati festival.

Dubey accused Moitra of making insinuation about Loya's death.

Rijiju said the case is settled and the TMC MP's remarks were very serious. There is no question of any link or interference, he added.

Constitution debate in Lok Sabha sees Rajnath's barb, Priyanka's debut, Akhilesh's attack & Mahua's charge

The ruling BJP-led NDA and Opposition I.N.D.I.A locked horns in Lok Sabha as the two-day debate on Constitution started on Friday with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh accusing the Congress of never tolerating the autonomy of institutions and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra returning fire claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi  does not understand that the Constitution is not 'Sangh ka Vidhan' (RSS' law).

Read the full report by DH's Shemin Joy here

Lok Sabha adjourn for the day