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Monsoon Session LIVE: Opposition Moves No-Confidence Motion in Lok Sabha
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Parliament Monsoon Session LIVE Updates: After four days of logjam over the Manipur issue, the Opposition moved a no-confidence motion in the Lok Sabha against the NDA government, even as ruckus continued in both Houses over Manipur violence.
Addressing the Rajya Sabha earlier, LoP Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the Centre is given more chances to speak in the House.
He alleged that his mic was switched off while he was speaking in the House on Tuesday.
The decision to file the motion was taken in a meeting of the newly formed Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA).
The development also comes amid the Opposition's demand for Prime Minister Modi's statement followed by discussions on Manipur under rule 267. Meanwhile, the government has been pressing to discuss the Manipur issue along with atrocities on women in Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan under rule 176.
"I have written to the Leaders of Opposition in both Houses that the government is ready for a discussion on Manipur and urged them to create a conducive atmosphere for a discussion on this sensitive matter," Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday.
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Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi had filed the no-confidence motion against the government in Lok Sabha.
In view of the motion, Congress had issued a whip to its Lok Sabha MPs to be present in the House.
The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023, is set to be introduced by Home Minister Amit Shah along with five other bills, as per the list of business for the Lok Sabha.
The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 has also been listed for consideration and passing.
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Gaurav Gogoi Files No-Confidence Motion in Lok Sabha
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has filed the no-confidence motion against the government in Lok Sabha.
This comes merely eight days after the formation of the 26-party Opposition alliance – INDIA.
The preliminary conversations around this proposal had begun on Monday itself with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge sounding out leaders of a few Opposition parties.
But what is INDIA's strategy with the no-confidence motion? Read here.
BRS Also Files No-Confidence Motion
Besides Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, BRS MP Nama Nageswara Rao has also filed a no-confidence motion against the NDA government, according to news agency ANI.
Lok Sabha MPs Pay Tribute on Kargil Diwas
The Lok Sabha commenced on Wednesday, 26 July, with a moment of silence for the soldiers who lost their lives in the 1999 Kargil War.
Lok Sabha Adjourned Till 12 Noon
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla adjourned the proceedings in the Lower House till 12pm on Wednesday, 26 July, amid sloganeering by Opposition parties over the violence in Manipur.
VP Dhankar Responds to Opposition's Claims
In the Rajya Sabha, DMK MP Tiruchi Siva alleged that Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge's mic was switched off yesterday, while he was addressing the Upper House.
However, Rajya Sabha Speaker and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar denied that Kharge's mic was cut off and appealed to the MPs to maintain deocrum.
Mallikarjun Kharge Addesses the House
Addressing the Rajya Sabha, LoP Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that the Centre is given more chances to speak in the House.
He alleged that his mic was switched off while he was speaking in the House on Tuesday.
"I was keeping the issues before the House. At least 50 people have given notices under rule 267. But when I am speaking and my mic being switched off is an insult to me. My self respect has been challenged. If the mic is going to be switched off in the House, I will consider that there is no democracy in India," Kharge said amid uproar in the House.
Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankar said that Kharge's comments will not go on record.
Sonia Gandhi Meets Suspended RS MP Sanjay Singh
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi met suspended Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh before entering the Parliament and extended support.
Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha resume Proceedings
Both Houses resumed proceedings after being adjourned till 12:00 pm.
Oppn Moves No-Confidence in the Lok Sabha
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi moved the no-confidence motion against the government in the Lok Sabha.
The motion was accepted by Speaker Om Birla.
'When Will You Have the Guts To Discuss Rajasthan?': Smriti Irani
Addressing the Rajya Sabha, Smriti Irani, Union Minister for Women and Child Development said: “I take strong objection to this because women ministers, women politicians have not only spoken about Manipur but also on Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh. When will you have the guts to discuss Rajasthan? When will you have the guts to discuss Chhattisgarh? When will you have the courage to discuss what is happening in Bihar? When will you have the courage to talk about how many women are raped in Congress-ruled states? Do not cast aspersion on the female ministers in this Cabinet."
Lok Sabha Adjourned
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned till 2:00 pm.
Kharge's Response to Amit Shah
In a letter to the Home Minister over the Manipur issue, LoP Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge stated, "We have been urging the Prime Minister to come to the House and give a statement on Manipur, but it seems that doing so is hurting his honour. We have a commitment to the people of this country and will pay any cost for it."
'Bring Back Internet in Manipur': MP John Brittas
Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas appealed the government to restore internet and normalcy in Manipur.
“In today’s data-driven era, it is ironic that we have to face ominous spectre of internet shutdowns. This is in the context of Manipur. Fear of getting caught on camera can stop even the most sadistic criminal from committing a crime. Internet shutdown must be viewed in this context, especially in violence-ravaged regions. A blanket ban gives a perpetrator a sense of impunity. Manipur’s recent events serve a stark exampl," he said.
“Internet shutdowns lead to a breeding ground fake news, misinformation, and suppression of valuable information. Landmark judgments including Supreme Court’s ruling in Anuradha Bhasin vs Union of India underscore the paramount significance of internet in various aspects of livelihood. I appeal to the government to over-roll i'ts current policy, Bring back internet and Manipur into normalcy and peace," he added.
'Not One Question Answered on Manipur': Chidambaram
Congress MP P Chidambaram said that since the Monsoon Session has started, not one question has been answered by the government on the situation in Manipur.
Rajya Sabha Adjourned
Amid ruckus over the Manipur issue, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankar adjourned the upper house of the Parliament till 2 pm.
'There Will Be Peace If PM Speaks': BRS' Nama Nageswara Rao
"We have moved the No Confidence Motion on behalf of our party. Since the commencement of the session all Opposition leaders had been demanding discussion on Manipur issue. If the PM speaks on this, there will be peace among people of the country – so we made efforts...So, today this Motion has been moved," BRS MP Nama Nageswara Rao told news agency ANI.
PM May Speak Due to No-Confidence: Manoj Jha
"We know that the numbers are not in our favour but democracy is not just about numbers. Manipur is burning and people are waiting for the PM to speak...Perhaps under the pretext of No Confidence Motion, he can be made to speak something. That will be the biggest achievement," RJD MP Manoj said
'We Will Oppose No-Confidence': YSRCP MP V Vijayasai Reddy
"When everything is going good, where is the necessity for No Confidence Motion? We are going to oppose the Motion," said YSRCP MP V Vijayasai Reddy said.
Lok Sabha Passes Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill
The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023, was passed in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
It was ascended to the Rajya Sabha after a brief discussion by some MPs even as Opposition members continued to demand for a discussion on the Manipur issue by chanting slogans and holding up placards.
Lok Sabha Adjourned Till Tomorrow
Shortly after passing the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023, the speaker adjourned proceedings in the Lower House till 11am on Thursday, 27 July.
BJP Leaders Protest Outside Parliament Against Ashok Gehlot-Led Rajasthan Govt
BJP leaders on Wednesday staged a protest outside Parliament with red diaries against the Ashok Gehlot-led Rajasthan government. This comes days after sacked Rajasthan Minister Rajendra Gudha claimed that he possessed a red diary which allegedly contains "politically explosive" information about Gehlot.
Rajya Sabha Passes Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Third Amendment) Bill, 2022
The Rajya Sabha on Thursday passed the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Third Amendment) Bill, 2022. The Bill aims to include certain communities in the list of Scheduled Tribes (ST) in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
Rajya Sabha Adjourned for the Day
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day on Wednesday and will resume at 11 am on Thursday.