House adjourned to meet at 9 am on Tuesday.
RS LIVE: House adjourned after passing Jammu and Kashmir reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2021
Rajya sabha
14:05 February 08
13:58 February 08
House passes the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization (Amendment) Bill 2021
House passed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization (Amendment) Bill 2021.
13:58 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
881 crores have been allocated for the health sector in the region.14,000 crores has been spent for black tapping of roads on emergency basis. Two AIIMS, Cancer institute would be set up, said Kishan Reddy.
13:56 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
The longest railway bridge in the world, Chenab bridge would be constructed in Jammu and Kashmir. The elevated rail system would provide world-class transit solution, added Kishan Reddy.
13:46 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
Kishan Reddy, MoS Home Affairs said that grievances redressal cell was set up for the first time in Jammu and Kashmir.
MNREGA was implemented extensively in the region leading the development of villages in the region.
By December 2022, Kashmir would be connected with railways, he said.
13:32 February 08
'No trains to Jammu and Kashmir', says Mir Mohammad Fayaz
'No trains to Jammu and Kashmir'
Mir Mohammad Fayaz , MP from Jammu and Kashmir (PDP) slammed development claims made by MPs. He said that no train reaches Kashmir and it stalls the development. Agriculture produce taken from the region gets rotten due to the prolonged transportation, he added.
13:17 February 08
Shamsher Singh Manhas
Earlier, local body elections were held in the region merely four times, said Shamsher Singh Manhas. DDC elections were held and the District Development Board was set up by our government. He also said that huge funds were allocated for Leh development council.
13:17 February 08
Shamsher Singh Manhas
'Go and visit Jammu and Kashmir to witness development'
Shamsher Singh Manhas, MP from Jammu and Kashmir (BJP) urged people to visit Jammu and Kashmir to witness development brought in there. More officers are needed in the region to boost development.
13:11 February 08
Sushil Kumar Gupta
Sushil Kumar Gupta, MP from Delhi (AAP) said that Jammu and Kashmir is the pride of our nation and concerns of people in Srinagar should be addressed. Peace should be restored in the region.
12:59 February 08
Prof Manoj Kumar Jha
Prof Manoj Kumar Jha, MP from Bihar (RJD) said that normalcy should not be rhetoric, rather restore the normalcy in terms of Kashmiri people.
12:59 February 08
A Navaneethakrishnan
A Navaneethakrishnan, MP from Tamil Nadu (AIADMK) supported the Bill.
12:59 February 08
Dushyant Gautam on J&K reorganisation Bill
Dushyant Gautam also said that three families have ruled Jammu and Kashmir. Adding, he said that there was a time when Tricolour was not allowed in the region. But, now, Tricolour flies free and high.
12:51 February 08
Dushyant Gautam on J&K reorganisation Bill
'Three families ruled Jammu and Kashmir'
Dushyant Gautam, MP from Haryana (BJP) said that with the abrogation of Article 370, people of Kashmir are freed.
12:51 February 08
Azad on J& K reorganisation Bill
Azad also stated that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are always with India.
12:48 February 08
Azad on J& K reorganisation Bill
Azad referred to how Kashmiris resisted Pakistan's bid to capture the region in 1948.
12:41 February 08
Ghulam Nabi Azad on J&K reorganisation Bill
Existence of land is almost negligent in Jammu and Kashmir, that's why Maharaja Hari Singh added that provision for land: Congress' Ghulam Nabi Azad in Rajya Sabha.
12:39 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Article 370 ensured that the local people got jobs in the area, but, now many people are jobless there, Azad said.
12:35 February 08
Ghulam Nabi Azad on J&K reorganisation Bill
He further stated that even though it is a Muslim majority state, executives in the region are mainly Hindus.
12:35 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Azad also urged to restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir.
12:30 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Ghulam Nabi Azad, Leader of Opposition raised his objection. He asked if Jammu and Kashmir would be regarded as Union Territory permanently.
He also said that statehood was earlier promised, but the introduction of the Bill indicates that Jammu and Kashmir would be Union Territory forever.
12:27 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
12:17 February 08
Kishan Reddy moved the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2021 for discussion. M V Shreyams Kumar, Binoy Viswan, Elamaram Kareem, K K Ragesh moved a statutory resolution against it.
The Bill intends to replace ordinance to merge Jammu and Kashmir cadre of IAS, IPS, IFS with Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram cadre.
12:14 February 08
Amendments taken up for voting
Amendments moved by Tiruchi Siva, Digvijay Singh, KC Venugopal, Deepender Hooda, Viswanbhar Prasad Nishad, Sukh Ram, Chhaya Verma, Elamaram Kareem and other Opposition members were taken up and voted. Every amendment was negated.
12:12 February 08
Ghulam Nabi ji always speaks decently, never uses foul language. We should learn this from him, I respect him for it. He praised elections held in J&K.I believe your party will take it in right spirit,and not commit the mistake of doing opposite by listening to suggestions of G-23: PM
11:50 February 08
We mustn't forget what happened with Punjab. It suffered the most during partition. It cried the most during 1984 riots. They became victims of most painful incidents. Innocents were killed in J&K. Business of weapons was carried out in northeast. All this affected the nation: PM
11:50 February 08
This country is proud of every Sikh. What have they not done for this country? Whatever respect we give them will always be less. I've been fortunate to spend crucial years of my life in Punjab. Language used by some for them & attempt to mislead them will never benefit nation:PM
11:43 February 08
Over 8 lakhs Self Help Groups have empowered women and under Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana,70 % of loans have been availed, he said.
11:41 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Be wary of 'Foreign Destructive Ideology'
There is a certain section of people who intervene in every protest, no matter whether it be the issue of students, lawyers, farmers. Such people need to be identified and the nation needs to wary of them, said PM Modi.
The nation needs to saved from 'Foreign Destructive Ideology, 'pausing threat to nation's integrity, said PM.
11:37 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Sweet revolution for farmers'
Diary and animal husbandry needs boost so that farmers' issues are alleviated. Separate Ministry has been set up for fisheries.
Sweet revolution has been given impetus through which farmers' would be able to reap huge benefit even without land and high investment. Bee wax can be exported, said PM Modi
11:26 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
MSP will continue
Discussions can be held in the wake of the farmers' protest. We are open to it and lets us reach a consensus and resolve the problem, he said.
"Mandis will be set up. There was MSP earlier, even now MSP is there and MSP would continue," PM Modi ensured.
11:26 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
"It is our intention to remove all those handicaps which come in the way of India realising its vast potential at one large common market.": PM Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha
11:19 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
We've forgotten the ideals of Netaji. We've started cursing ourselves. I sometimes get surprised, world gives us a term & we start following it - 'Largest democracy of the world' - it feels good to hear this but we didn't teach our youth that India is the mother of democracy: PM
11:17 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi quotes Manmohan Singh
"Manmohan ji is here, I'd read out his quote. Those taking a U-Turn (farm laws) will perhaps agree with him. "There are other rigidities because of marketing regime set up in 1930s which prevent our farmers from selling their produce where they get highest rate of return...": PM
It is our intention to remove farmers' obstacles by setting up one large common market.''
11:15 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi points out schemes for farmers' benefit
Small farmers earlier suffered a lot due to no access to urea, water and banking system.
Fasal Bhima Yojana was expanded so that small farmers get benefits.
In four to five years, 90,000 farmers were benefitted.
Kisan Credit Card was also extended for fishermen.
We also solved the problem of connectivity with the rail system for farmers as well as Kisan Udan scheme, he said.
11:04 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Bajwa sahab from Congress was also speaking. He was speaking in such detail that I thought he will reach Emergency (period) shortly and speak on it, he is just one step away from it. But he didn't go there. Congress disappoints this country a lot, you did that too: PM Modi
11:02 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Everyone discussed farmers' protest. But, there was no answer on the question raised by Agriculture Minister.
11:02 February 08
TMC MPs staged a walkout, as Prime Minister Modi began his reply in Rajya Sabha to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address.
10:57 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
India's democracy based on 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram'
Referring to Deriek O'Brien's address, PM Modi said that he thought whether he is saying about West Bengal or India. He had chosen good words - Freedom of Speech, Intimidation.
Congress had distressed the nation and the MPs continue to peril the nation even now.
He also said that the nation's democracy is not based on any western institution, rather firm on the principle 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram.'
10:44 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi lauds Covid warriors
PM Modi lauded Covid warriors for their selfless efforts. The nation which is termed as a third world country has discovered, manufactured and has become the global supplier of Covid vaccine. Be proud of that. Everyone relied on India for medicine and healthcare workers of India.
He also urged citizens not to resort to actions that would blotch the nation's goodwill.
10:41 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
India is truly a land of opportunities. Several opportunities are awaiting us, so a nation which is young, full of enthusiasm & a nation that is making efforts to realise the dreams, with a resolve, will never let these opportunities simply pass by: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha.
10:34 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi on motion of thanks
President's motion of thanks filled hope in India in the midst of challenges. Over 50 MPs discussed on the motion of thanks for 15 hours in Rajya Sabha. He envisioned 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat.'
PM Modi also thanked MPs for their addresses.
The nation which seizes every opportunity and overcomes every challenge would be never laid back. Our dreams would lead the nation far and wide by 2045, said PM Modi.
10:32 February 08
PM Modi started his address in the Parliament
PM Modi started his address in the Parliament.
10:27 February 08
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Parliament.
10:19 February 08
11 Rafale aircraft have arrived in India. By this March, India will have 17 Rafale aircraft. By April 2022, all Rafale aircraft (the entire batch) will come to India: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
10:13 February 08
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
Ceasefire violations were also high during Congress tenure
Responding to Gulam Nabi Azad's criticism that ceasefire violations have increased during Modi government's tenure, Raj Nath Singh, Minister of Defence said that even in 2003 several ceasefire violations were reported. He also added that measures are taken to keep civilians at bay.
10:13 February 08
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
"We're emphasising on indigenisation & have chosen 101 items that won't be imported from other nations but manufactured in India by Indians": Defence Min in Rajya Sabha in reply to a question 'is there any probability that few estates of Defence will be privatised in time to come.'
10:06 February 08
In response to a query on the human-animal conflict in Wayanad, Kerala, Prakash Javedkar, Ministry of Environment said that 100 elephants and 500 people were killed in the conflict across India. He stated that the Centre issues order based on the suggestions put forth by the State government. Considering Sulthan Bathery bus stand as wildlife buffer zone is the State's concern, he said.
09:50 February 08
Prakash Javedkar, Ministry of Environment said that prevention of wildlife trafficking of red panda and Indian pangolins would be looked into and the number of rhinoceros, leopard and other endangered species has increased.
09:41 February 08
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Jal Shakti answering a query on drinking water said that National Drinking Water Mission has been in place since March 2020 and it is found that in 78 habitations, the arsenic issue still persists.
Question hour ongoing.
09:35 February 08
RS Chairman on International Mother Language Day
Rajya Sabha Chairman, M Venkaiah Naidu asked the Members of Parliament to observe International Mother Language Day on February 21. He urged members to organize programs in their constituencies. Children deserve to be exposed to their mother tongues in their initial years, itself, he said.
09:00 February 08
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Prashanta Nanda on Monday gave a zero hour notice in Rajya Sabha and demanded to provide mobile connectivity in villages and left-wing extremism (LWE) areas in Odisha.
09:00 February 08
Communist Party of India (CPI) leader Binoy Viswam on Monday gave suspension of business notice in Rajya Sabha under Rule 267 over the flash floods in Uttrakhand's Chamoli district.
08:19 February 08
PM to reply on motion of thanks in Parliament
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reply on Monday on the motion of thanks on the President's address following the motion moved by BJP's Bhubaneswar Kalita on February 3.
Urban Development Minister Hardeep Singh Puri will lay on the table, a statement explaining the circumstances which had necessitated immediate legislation by the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 and will move for leave to introduce a Bill further to amend the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second Act, 2011.
Left MPs including E. Kareem have given notice to move a resolution "That this House disapproves the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Ordinance, 2021 (No.1 of 2021) promulgated by the President of India on January 7, 2021."
But Minister of State for Home G. Kishan Reddy will move the Bill for consideration and passing to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
The reports of the Standing Committee on IT will also be tabled in the house.
IANS
14:05 February 08
House adjourned to meet at 9 am on Tuesday.
13:58 February 08
House passes the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization (Amendment) Bill 2021
House passed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization (Amendment) Bill 2021.
13:58 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
881 crores have been allocated for the health sector in the region.14,000 crores has been spent for black tapping of roads on emergency basis. Two AIIMS, Cancer institute would be set up, said Kishan Reddy.
13:56 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
The longest railway bridge in the world, Chenab bridge would be constructed in Jammu and Kashmir. The elevated rail system would provide world-class transit solution, added Kishan Reddy.
13:46 February 08
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
MoS Kishan Reddy responds
Kishan Reddy, MoS Home Affairs said that grievances redressal cell was set up for the first time in Jammu and Kashmir.
MNREGA was implemented extensively in the region leading the development of villages in the region.
By December 2022, Kashmir would be connected with railways, he said.
13:32 February 08
'No trains to Jammu and Kashmir', says Mir Mohammad Fayaz
'No trains to Jammu and Kashmir'
Mir Mohammad Fayaz , MP from Jammu and Kashmir (PDP) slammed development claims made by MPs. He said that no train reaches Kashmir and it stalls the development. Agriculture produce taken from the region gets rotten due to the prolonged transportation, he added.
13:17 February 08
Shamsher Singh Manhas
Earlier, local body elections were held in the region merely four times, said Shamsher Singh Manhas. DDC elections were held and the District Development Board was set up by our government. He also said that huge funds were allocated for Leh development council.
13:17 February 08
Shamsher Singh Manhas
'Go and visit Jammu and Kashmir to witness development'
Shamsher Singh Manhas, MP from Jammu and Kashmir (BJP) urged people to visit Jammu and Kashmir to witness development brought in there. More officers are needed in the region to boost development.
13:11 February 08
Sushil Kumar Gupta
Sushil Kumar Gupta, MP from Delhi (AAP) said that Jammu and Kashmir is the pride of our nation and concerns of people in Srinagar should be addressed. Peace should be restored in the region.
12:59 February 08
Prof Manoj Kumar Jha
Prof Manoj Kumar Jha, MP from Bihar (RJD) said that normalcy should not be rhetoric, rather restore the normalcy in terms of Kashmiri people.
12:59 February 08
A Navaneethakrishnan
A Navaneethakrishnan, MP from Tamil Nadu (AIADMK) supported the Bill.
12:59 February 08
Dushyant Gautam on J&K reorganisation Bill
Dushyant Gautam also said that three families have ruled Jammu and Kashmir. Adding, he said that there was a time when Tricolour was not allowed in the region. But, now, Tricolour flies free and high.
12:51 February 08
Dushyant Gautam on J&K reorganisation Bill
'Three families ruled Jammu and Kashmir'
Dushyant Gautam, MP from Haryana (BJP) said that with the abrogation of Article 370, people of Kashmir are freed.
12:51 February 08
Azad on J& K reorganisation Bill
Azad also stated that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are always with India.
12:48 February 08
Azad on J& K reorganisation Bill
Azad referred to how Kashmiris resisted Pakistan's bid to capture the region in 1948.
12:41 February 08
Ghulam Nabi Azad on J&K reorganisation Bill
Existence of land is almost negligent in Jammu and Kashmir, that's why Maharaja Hari Singh added that provision for land: Congress' Ghulam Nabi Azad in Rajya Sabha.
12:39 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Article 370 ensured that the local people got jobs in the area, but, now many people are jobless there, Azad said.
12:35 February 08
Ghulam Nabi Azad on J&K reorganisation Bill
He further stated that even though it is a Muslim majority state, executives in the region are mainly Hindus.
12:35 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Azad also urged to restore the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir.
12:30 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
Ghulam Nabi Azad, Leader of Opposition raised his objection. He asked if Jammu and Kashmir would be regarded as Union Territory permanently.
He also said that statehood was earlier promised, but the introduction of the Bill indicates that Jammu and Kashmir would be Union Territory forever.
12:27 February 08
Discussion on ''Statutory Resolution and Legislative Bill-Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill , 2021."
12:17 February 08
Kishan Reddy moved the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, 2021 for discussion. M V Shreyams Kumar, Binoy Viswan, Elamaram Kareem, K K Ragesh moved a statutory resolution against it.
The Bill intends to replace ordinance to merge Jammu and Kashmir cadre of IAS, IPS, IFS with Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram cadre.
12:14 February 08
Amendments taken up for voting
Amendments moved by Tiruchi Siva, Digvijay Singh, KC Venugopal, Deepender Hooda, Viswanbhar Prasad Nishad, Sukh Ram, Chhaya Verma, Elamaram Kareem and other Opposition members were taken up and voted. Every amendment was negated.
12:12 February 08
Ghulam Nabi ji always speaks decently, never uses foul language. We should learn this from him, I respect him for it. He praised elections held in J&K.I believe your party will take it in right spirit,and not commit the mistake of doing opposite by listening to suggestions of G-23: PM
11:50 February 08
We mustn't forget what happened with Punjab. It suffered the most during partition. It cried the most during 1984 riots. They became victims of most painful incidents. Innocents were killed in J&K. Business of weapons was carried out in northeast. All this affected the nation: PM
11:50 February 08
This country is proud of every Sikh. What have they not done for this country? Whatever respect we give them will always be less. I've been fortunate to spend crucial years of my life in Punjab. Language used by some for them & attempt to mislead them will never benefit nation:PM
11:43 February 08
Over 8 lakhs Self Help Groups have empowered women and under Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana,70 % of loans have been availed, he said.
11:41 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Be wary of 'Foreign Destructive Ideology'
There is a certain section of people who intervene in every protest, no matter whether it be the issue of students, lawyers, farmers. Such people need to be identified and the nation needs to wary of them, said PM Modi.
The nation needs to saved from 'Foreign Destructive Ideology, 'pausing threat to nation's integrity, said PM.
11:37 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Sweet revolution for farmers'
Diary and animal husbandry needs boost so that farmers' issues are alleviated. Separate Ministry has been set up for fisheries.
Sweet revolution has been given impetus through which farmers' would be able to reap huge benefit even without land and high investment. Bee wax can be exported, said PM Modi
11:26 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
MSP will continue
Discussions can be held in the wake of the farmers' protest. We are open to it and lets us reach a consensus and resolve the problem, he said.
"Mandis will be set up. There was MSP earlier, even now MSP is there and MSP would continue," PM Modi ensured.
11:26 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
"It is our intention to remove all those handicaps which come in the way of India realising its vast potential at one large common market.": PM Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha
11:19 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
We've forgotten the ideals of Netaji. We've started cursing ourselves. I sometimes get surprised, world gives us a term & we start following it - 'Largest democracy of the world' - it feels good to hear this but we didn't teach our youth that India is the mother of democracy: PM
11:17 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi quotes Manmohan Singh
"Manmohan ji is here, I'd read out his quote. Those taking a U-Turn (farm laws) will perhaps agree with him. "There are other rigidities because of marketing regime set up in 1930s which prevent our farmers from selling their produce where they get highest rate of return...": PM
It is our intention to remove farmers' obstacles by setting up one large common market.''
11:15 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi points out schemes for farmers' benefit
Small farmers earlier suffered a lot due to no access to urea, water and banking system.
Fasal Bhima Yojana was expanded so that small farmers get benefits.
In four to five years, 90,000 farmers were benefitted.
Kisan Credit Card was also extended for fishermen.
We also solved the problem of connectivity with the rail system for farmers as well as Kisan Udan scheme, he said.
11:04 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Bajwa sahab from Congress was also speaking. He was speaking in such detail that I thought he will reach Emergency (period) shortly and speak on it, he is just one step away from it. But he didn't go there. Congress disappoints this country a lot, you did that too: PM Modi
11:02 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
Everyone discussed farmers' protest. But, there was no answer on the question raised by Agriculture Minister.
11:02 February 08
TMC MPs staged a walkout, as Prime Minister Modi began his reply in Rajya Sabha to the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address.
10:57 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
India's democracy based on 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram'
Referring to Deriek O'Brien's address, PM Modi said that he thought whether he is saying about West Bengal or India. He had chosen good words - Freedom of Speech, Intimidation.
Congress had distressed the nation and the MPs continue to peril the nation even now.
He also said that the nation's democracy is not based on any western institution, rather firm on the principle 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram.'
10:44 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi lauds Covid warriors
PM Modi lauded Covid warriors for their selfless efforts. The nation which is termed as a third world country has discovered, manufactured and has become the global supplier of Covid vaccine. Be proud of that. Everyone relied on India for medicine and healthcare workers of India.
He also urged citizens not to resort to actions that would blotch the nation's goodwill.
10:41 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
India is truly a land of opportunities. Several opportunities are awaiting us, so a nation which is young, full of enthusiasm & a nation that is making efforts to realise the dreams, with a resolve, will never let these opportunities simply pass by: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha.
10:34 February 08
PM Modi on motion of thanks
PM Modi on motion of thanks
President's motion of thanks filled hope in India in the midst of challenges. Over 50 MPs discussed on the motion of thanks for 15 hours in Rajya Sabha. He envisioned 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat.'
PM Modi also thanked MPs for their addresses.
The nation which seizes every opportunity and overcomes every challenge would be never laid back. Our dreams would lead the nation far and wide by 2045, said PM Modi.
10:32 February 08
PM Modi started his address in the Parliament
PM Modi started his address in the Parliament.
10:27 February 08
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Parliament.
10:19 February 08
11 Rafale aircraft have arrived in India. By this March, India will have 17 Rafale aircraft. By April 2022, all Rafale aircraft (the entire batch) will come to India: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
10:13 February 08
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
Ceasefire violations were also high during Congress tenure
Responding to Gulam Nabi Azad's criticism that ceasefire violations have increased during Modi government's tenure, Raj Nath Singh, Minister of Defence said that even in 2003 several ceasefire violations were reported. He also added that measures are taken to keep civilians at bay.
10:13 February 08
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in Rajya Sabha
"We're emphasising on indigenisation & have chosen 101 items that won't be imported from other nations but manufactured in India by Indians": Defence Min in Rajya Sabha in reply to a question 'is there any probability that few estates of Defence will be privatised in time to come.'
10:06 February 08
In response to a query on the human-animal conflict in Wayanad, Kerala, Prakash Javedkar, Ministry of Environment said that 100 elephants and 500 people were killed in the conflict across India. He stated that the Centre issues order based on the suggestions put forth by the State government. Considering Sulthan Bathery bus stand as wildlife buffer zone is the State's concern, he said.
09:50 February 08
Prakash Javedkar, Ministry of Environment said that prevention of wildlife trafficking of red panda and Indian pangolins would be looked into and the number of rhinoceros, leopard and other endangered species has increased.
09:41 February 08
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of Jal Shakti answering a query on drinking water said that National Drinking Water Mission has been in place since March 2020 and it is found that in 78 habitations, the arsenic issue still persists.
Question hour ongoing.
09:35 February 08
RS Chairman on International Mother Language Day
Rajya Sabha Chairman, M Venkaiah Naidu asked the Members of Parliament to observe International Mother Language Day on February 21. He urged members to organize programs in their constituencies. Children deserve to be exposed to their mother tongues in their initial years, itself, he said.
09:00 February 08
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Prashanta Nanda on Monday gave a zero hour notice in Rajya Sabha and demanded to provide mobile connectivity in villages and left-wing extremism (LWE) areas in Odisha.
09:00 February 08
Communist Party of India (CPI) leader Binoy Viswam on Monday gave suspension of business notice in Rajya Sabha under Rule 267 over the flash floods in Uttrakhand's Chamoli district.
08:19 February 08
PM to reply on motion of thanks in Parliament
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reply on Monday on the motion of thanks on the President's address following the motion moved by BJP's Bhubaneswar Kalita on February 3.
Urban Development Minister Hardeep Singh Puri will lay on the table, a statement explaining the circumstances which had necessitated immediate legislation by the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 and will move for leave to introduce a Bill further to amend the National Capital Territory of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Second Act, 2011.
Left MPs including E. Kareem have given notice to move a resolution "That this House disapproves the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Ordinance, 2021 (No.1 of 2021) promulgated by the President of India on January 7, 2021."
But Minister of State for Home G. Kishan Reddy will move the Bill for consideration and passing to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
The reports of the Standing Committee on IT will also be tabled in the house.
IANS
Last Updated : Feb 8, 2021, 2:18 PM IST
