First leg of Budget Session concludes today
The first leg of the Budget Session of the House concluded today. The House has been adjourned till March 8.
Lok Sabha passes J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
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17:19 February 13
House adjourned till March 8
15:27 February 13
House passes J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
House passes J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2021 has been passed in the House.
15:20 February 13
Don't politicise J-K and Ladakh, says Shah
Shah said, "Don't politicise J-K & Ladakh. If you want a political fight, come in the ring & let's compete. Nobody is scared. It's (J-K & Ladakh) a sensitive part of our country. They've been hurt & have doubts. This House's responsibility is to comfort them, not scrape their wounds."
15:17 February 13
J&K doing better than rest of states despite pandemic: Shah
Amit Shah said, "Due to COVID-19, the whole world is going through a recession. Manish ji (Tewari), you come from Punjab, bring statistics from there, it's your govt (Congress) there.. or from Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh. As far as the recession is concerned, J&K is doing better than all of them."
15:16 February 13
Home Minister Amit Shah speaking in the House
'Healthcare benefits given to every citizen of J-K'
Home Minister Amit Shah Giving out details of the development done in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation, Shah said that in the healthcare sector much like the work done in rest of the country, the people of the UT were given benefits through the PM’s health Yojna.
"Jammu and Kashmir is one of the few places where almost everyone has been included in the Swasth Yojna created by the government," Shah added.
15:04 February 13
Amit Shah speaking on DDC polls
No one can say there was fraud during DDC polls: Shah
"Nobody, not even our rivals can say that there was fraud or unrest during the DDC elections. Everyone voted fearlessly and peacefully. 51 per cent of votes were cast in the Panchayat elections," said Shah.
14:54 February 13
Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaking in the House
Peace will be restored in J&K under our rule: Shah
Highlighting the "unrest" in Jammu and Kashmir during UPA years, Shah said, "Recall Congress days, thousands were killed and curfews were imposed for days. Peace in Kashmir is a big thing."
He also assured that such situations won't be repeated under the BJP rule.
14:41 February 13
J-K will be given statehood in due time: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that when there is no mention in the bill that the UT will not be given statehood, why is the opposition bringing this up?
"I will reiterate again that this bill has nothing to do with the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, in due time J&K will be given statehood," Shah said.
14:10 February 13
'What has Congress done in 70 years', asks Amit Shah
"Everyone should understand the condition of JK. What have you done for 70 years? And you are asking the status in just 17 months. Congress should understand if they are in a position to seek a reply on JK's status," he said.
Shah said, "We will answer the SC on the stay of the bill. But this does not mean that developmental works will be halted in the state.
Shah said, "We will answer the SC on the stay of the bill. But this does not mean that developmental works will be halted in the state.
The bill is not linked with statehood of the region. Owasi even dragged religion in the allotment of cadre position and calls himself secular. Can a Hindu officer not serve a Muslim man?
"Congress abolished mobile services. It was restored in Atal Vajpayee regime. And today, they are talking about 2G and 4G services. JK wll get statehood at the right time. Why did Congress did not abrogate article 370? NDA govt takes a decision for the welfare of people. We cannot compromise with the welfare and development of the nation. This is the policy of Congress," he added.
He said, "Should not Kashmiri youths get the right to serve the nation? During the Congress regime, curfew was imposed for long and there waqs no peace in the region. All the officers are sons of Bharat Mata. There is no separate constitution, no flag. We have ended
14:06 February 13
BJP can convert metro cities into UT, says Asaduddin Owaisi
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi termed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act as 'constitutional breach'. He said the merger of cadres reflect that the govt has failed in its promise.
Owaisi also raked up the issue of lower allocation to minority groups at various government services.
"Will the govt revive the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir? The govt took European delegation to JK whereas all-party delegation must be allowed to visit the region. Children of JK are lodged in jails from different states under PSA Act. BJP will make Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru UT. This is the consistent policy of BJP. Under the pressure of America, BJP restored 4G internet services of JK."
14:06 February 13
BJP leader Jugal Kishore Sharma said, "Congress always creates hurdles whenever there is talks of development in JK region. Congress should answer what are the problems in the bill. The opposition is opposing just for the sake of opposing. New developmental projects are coming in the region. DDC polls brought back the democratic rights of the people."
Sharma added, "Tourism has to be increased to provide more employment opportunities. I support the bill for welfare and development of Jammu and Kashmir."
14:06 February 13
Congress leader Manish Tewari said, "During UPA regime, there was less ceasefire violations. But under BJP regime, it increased. Does this send a message of peace? There has been no industry in Kashmir for the past 17 months. Jammu and Kashmir has suffered loss of Rs 40,000 cr after abrogation. Tourism has been adversely affected."
He said, "There was no internet connection so many times even during COVID times. Infiltration is increasing. After 17 months, statehood has not been revived in the state. The bill faces constitutional validity. The bill must be withdrawn."
14:06 February 13
RSP leader N.K. Premachandran said, "We are not getting adequate information from media. We would like to know the exact state of affairs. Reports from media is not satisfactory. We would like to know status of democratic rights. All party delegation should be allowed to visit JK. I urge the govt to bring back normalcy in the region."
13:47 February 13
Congress can never think of national integrity: Ladakh MP
Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal said, "Merger of cadres will provide more opportunities and will make the environment more friendly. Modi govt wants to bring efficiency from deficiency. There will be uniformity in governance and exposure and will enhance administration. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is a part of India. Soch badlo desh badlega."
Namgyal said, "Merger of cadres will promote PM Modi's slogan Vocal for local. There are so many local communities in JK and all have been provided domicile certificates, voting and land rights. Congress can never think of national integrity and it has lost direction. "
13:33 February 13
BJP leader Brijendra Singh said, "Bill is unexceptional and the merger of cadre is logical. The historic act sought to bring down the curtain in India's independence. Democratic process is coming back in the state after DDC polls. Development is happening in the state."
13:24 February 13
IUML leader E.T. Mohammed Basheer said, "There has been no development after the abrogation of article 370. No Serious attempt has not been made to address the grievances. When will the statehood be given to people? With merging of officers from Goa, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh, local needs need to be kept in mind."
13:24 February 13
TRS leader Nama Nageswara Rao said, "Amendments in Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation bill is the need of the hour. During the Congress regime, there was a disturbance in the area and 300 people died. Even we were not allowed to move in the area and that time UPA govt did not provide protection to us."
Rao said, "People from South India are also planning for industralisation in JK. It is a part of JK."
13:09 February 13
BJD leader Bhartruhari Mahtab defends Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation bill
BJD leader Bhartruhari Mahtab said, "I have not heard anything from govt that why the ordinance was passed even before the house could meet last year. I do not find any reason to oppose the bill. Assembly of JK can function like that of Puducherry. All the officers of the existing cadre will be a part of the functional cadre. All laws of Union of India has been brought in JK.
"Corruption charges against people, officers were not being probed by Central govt. But now such things are possible. Finances have been provided and quality of life has provided.
12:58 February 13
FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition
FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition
BSP leader Malook Nagar also defended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, adding that FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition.
He said that IAS and IPS cadres from across the nation if put in JK will help in the development.
"Congress is weakening the other opposition parties. Congress has snatched the rights of Gujjars and Bakrawals residing in the villages of JK. There should be SEZ so that such communities can sell their dairy products," he said.
12:51 February 13
No development when Congress was in power: JD(U)
No development when Congress was in power: JD(U)
Defending the bill, JD(U) MP Rajiv Ranjan said, "People have to accept the abrogation of article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Recruitment of state service officers will not be affected. When Congress was in power, why there was no development? NDA govt has worked for the development of the region."
12:51 February 13
YSRCP demands reservation for Kashmiri pandits
YSRCP demands reservation for Kashmiri pandits
YSRCP leader Dr Chitra Anuradha defended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill. She highlighted the exodus of Kashmiri pandits and urged govt to provide 5 per cent reservation in all sectors to help them.
12:34 February 13
Development at standstill in JK: TMC
Development at standstill in JK: TMC
TMC MP Sougata Ray said, "BJP took away the democratic rights of people in JK. What is the achievement? Development is at a standstill. Only good thing happened was elections. The situation needs to be improved. Govt has not offered any education aid to students. The fact that all leaders were under house arrest was against the democratic rights."
12:25 February 13
BJP will lose elections: DMK
BJP will lose elections: DMK
"I am deeply pained with PM Modi coining the term 'Andolanjeevi'. It is the basic right of the farmers to protest about their rights," said DMK leader Dr T Sumathy Thamizhachi Thangapandian.
She said, "We were told that statehood would be restored but now our hopes have lost. This is the worst of times that India has ever witnessed. BJP has implemented draconian laws like CAA, farmers laws and others."
"If there is a deficiency of IAS cadres, then why not efforts are taken by the govt. It is the duty of govt to maintain cadre status," she says.
"BJP will lose the elections in the upcoming polls in WB, Kerala and Tamil Nadu with the support of the people," she added.
12:06 February 13
Abrogation of article 370 has instilled fear among terrorists: Dr Satya Pal Singh
Abrogation of article 370 has instilled fear among terrorists: Dr Satya Pal Singh
"I am proud that under the leadership of PM Modi that article 370 and 35 were scrapped which has instilled fear in terrorists, said BJP leader Dr Satya Pal Singh.
"POSCO Act is not enforced in JK and this is shameful. There is no law pertaining to action against damage on public property. Similar many other laws are not enforced in JK during UPA regime," he said.
12:05 February 13
Increase in encounters given development a backseat
JK MP Hasnain Masoodi said "There has been a rise in encounters. The move may have been aimed at development. But due to the rise in encounters in rural and urban areas, there has been no development."
He also said if J-K administrators are given the responsibility for the development of the state it will be helpful as they are aware of the topography, adding that they also want development of region.
11:50 February 13
'Time to rethink Jammu and Kashmir issue'
'Time to rethink Jammu and Kashmir issue'
"The dreams that you had shown after the abrogation of Article 370 have not been fulfilled. J&K has not returned to normalcy. More than Rs 90,000 cr of local business has finished. We want you to tell us how will you improve things in J&K," said Congress leader Adhir Ranjan
11:46 February 13
No development in JK
No development in JK
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury attacked Centre over the abrogation of article 370 in JK. He said that the Centre said that there would be developmental activities and generation of employment opportunities but nothing of such sort happened.
High Court said that Roshni Act was illegal. After the scrapping of article 370, businessmen have suffered losses and there has been no development.
Amit Shah said that Brahmans would be brought back to the state but even Pandits have not been brought back.
Amit Shah ji, you'd said that you'll bring back Brahmins. Did you succeed in bringing back Pandits? You say you'll bring back Gilgit Baltistan. It's a matter for later. But at least bring back those who were internally displaced, those who can't go to Kashmir valley
11:29 February 13
Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region
Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region
G Kisan Reddy tables bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, as passed by Rajya Sabha.
He said, "Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region."
11:19 February 13
Allocation of benefits for minority, backward increased
Allocation of benefits for minority, backward increased
Some members have questioned whether allocation for minority affairs, allocation for SC & ST has been reduced. No, they have not. Total allocation for minority affairs is Rs 4,811 crores in 2021-22 which is an 8.6% increase for the ministry, higher than actual expenditure
11:10 February 13
FM accuses Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of creating fake narratives on various issues
FM accuses Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of creating fake narratives on various issues
"When the foundation was laid for budget speech by Congress, I would like to ask why the party took a U-turn on their manifesto regarding the farm laws," says FM
"I was expecting Rahul to explain Congress' U-turn on-farm6 laws," Sitharaman said
'What happened to farm loan waivers that you promised in many states? No waiver happened in Rajasthan, Chattisgarh, MP,' says FM
"I expected that provision of sending jail to farmers and penalties in Punjab would be discussed by them," says FM
"I was expecting that the party would point out anyone point from the farm laws that these will harm the farmers," she said.
I was expecting that the party would point out anyone point from the farm laws that these will harm the farmers
I was expecting that we would not dishonour Dr Manmohan Singh's statement.
Prove if anyone APMC mandi was shut. Provisions were made that 30,000 cr collected from agricultural infra cess would be given to states.
"Why does he choose to insult Constitutional authority?
Why does party take different stand in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, says FM
10:57 February 13
9 crore farmers benefited through direct cash transfers
Nearly 9 crore farmers registered under the PM Fasal Bima Yojana, Rs. 6000 direct benefit transfers granted, Mudra Yojana loans have been sanctioned for 27 crore small business farmers.
10:51 February 13
PM Awas Yojana made for common people
PM Awas Yojana made for common people
"PM Awas Yojana more than 1.76 crores houses have been completed. Since October 2017, 2.67 crore houses have been electrified under the Saubhagya scheme, nearly 11 crore household toilets were constructed. Are these for cronies ?
10:48 February 13
PM Swanidhi Yojana not for cronies, but for street vendors
PM Swanidhi Yojana not for cronies, but for street vendors
Swanidhi Yojna is for small traders and Rs 10,000 is given to them for one year. Money is given to 50,000 traders. PM is working for dalits, poor and backwards and they benefit from the scheme. We do not work for Damads and crony. We work for those who believe in PM Modi.
She said, "PM SVANidhi Yojana, for those who are constantly accusing us of dealing with cronies - SVANidhi doesn't go to cronies. Damads get land in states which are governed by some parties - Rajasthan, Haryana once upon a time"
10:38 February 13
Government supported MSMEs via various steps during lockdown
Government supported MSMEs via various steps during lockdown
We made sure that no one from MSME should be drawn to courts or declared insolvent. We also extended the deadline that people are not burdened with paying taxes. We have given relief by giving money so that they have additional working capital. Banks were told to make calls and send messages that we are willing to give you loan without additional security.
She said, "We suspended some clauses of the IBC so that MSMEs wouldn't be pulled to courts, declared insolvent. We also extended dates for many payments, compliance to March 31, 2021. We also gave money to ensure working capital."
10:36 February 13
'Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA'
'Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA'
FM hit out at the Congress and said, "Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA. Take the credit to give MNREGA to give it to non-existing workers. Take the credit to give MNREGA to give it to ghost workers. Congress lacks the will to execute the schemes. They give birth to schemes and give it to crony. They forget the actual workers.
10:28 February 13
FM says health allocation increased by 9.79% in new budget
FM says health allocation increased by 9.79% in new budget
"Even WHO has said water and sanitation contribute to health and hence we have it in the budget. In budget speech I said, we are taking a holistic approach to health," said Sitharaman
"It is a comprehensive logical approach. Allocations to core health has not come down but gone up. Budget 2021-22 marks 9.67 per cent growth. We have only increased," she said.
I will firmly establish that in spite of bringing water & sanitation, the allocations to the core health has not come down. On the contrary, it has gone up: FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Lok Sabha
10:22 February 13
Bengal did not send funds
Bengal did not send funds
The benefit of 1.15 lakh cr has been transferred to farmers. In 2020-21, allocation of Rs 75,000 cr was transferred under PM Kisan Samman Yojna. 69 crore farmers were benefitted.
A total of ₹1.15 lakh crores has been transferred to 10.75 crore farmers through the PMKSY, Nirmala Sitharaman says.
List of farmers from West Bengal did not reach us. Details of 65 lakh farmers did not come to Centre. We made the provisions but state shows its farmers does not need money
10:16 February 13
"BJP does not believe in borrowing. Respecting India's entrepreneurial skills, managerial skills, business skills has always been us, since Jan Sangh days," FM said.
Respecting Indian entrepreneurial skills, Indian managerial skills, Indian trade skills, Indian business skills, Indian youth, Jana Sangh onwards, BJP has consistently believed in India. We didn't borrow something from somewhere and gave a hybrid.
In the Budget speech, I very clearly said, we're taking a holistic approach to health. It' addressing preventive health, it is addressing curative health, it is also addressing well-being. Otherwise, you are not going to get holistic health-related governance: FM
10:13 February 13
Budget has been made for India's revival
Budget has been made for India's revival
FM said, "Budget has been made for India's revival. PM Modi is committed to economic reforms. Stimulus plus reforms - an opportunity has been taken out of pandemic situation. A challenging situation like pandemic didn't deter Govt from taking up reforms that are going to be necessary for sustaining long term growth for this country."
This Budget draws from the experience of the PM when he was CM - on the ground in Gujarat, seen so many revivals happening at a time when the license quota raj was going away post-1991 & then based on that experience, commitment to reform was blended into this Budget.
10:10 February 13
Budget has set the pace for India to become Atamnirbhar
FM Nirmala Sitharaman said that budget has a blend of stimulus and PM has not lost the opportunity and reforms were taken in challenging pandemic situation.
The budget has set the pace for India to become Atamnirbhar.
"We had retraction in the pandemic. There are less covid-19 deaths and lower cases. We were able to bend the covid curve and the budget gives neccessary impetus," she said.
10:01 February 13
Lok Sabha proceedings begin
Lok Sabha proceedings commence. The finance minister is set to reply to the discussion on the Union Budget today.
06:19 February 13
Lok Sabha Budget Session Updates
New Delhi: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will reply to the discussion on the Union Budget in Lok Sabha on Saturday at 10 am.
Saturday will also mark the end of the first part of the Budget session of the Parliament. Sitaraman, while replying to the discussion on the Union Budget in Rajya Sabha on Friday, slammed the Opposition and accused them of constantly alleging a false narrative that the government only worked for cronies and said several of the Centre's schemes were for the poor.
She reminded members of the Upper House of several schemes that have been implemented for the poorer sections of the country, like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Saubhagya Yojana. She also said the Union Budget 2021-22 is the instrument through which Aatmanirbhar Bharat is to be attained and asserted that the government is also looking at "long term sustainable growth".
Finance Minister had presented the Union Budget 2021-22 in the Parliament on February 1.
(ANI)
17:19 February 13
House adjourned till March 8
First leg of Budget Session concludes today
The first leg of the Budget Session of the House concluded today. The House has been adjourned till March 8.
15:27 February 13
House passes J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
House passes J-K Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill
The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2021 has been passed in the House.
15:20 February 13
Don't politicise J-K and Ladakh, says Shah
Shah said, "Don't politicise J-K & Ladakh. If you want a political fight, come in the ring & let's compete. Nobody is scared. It's (J-K & Ladakh) a sensitive part of our country. They've been hurt & have doubts. This House's responsibility is to comfort them, not scrape their wounds."
15:17 February 13
J&K doing better than rest of states despite pandemic: Shah
Amit Shah said, "Due to COVID-19, the whole world is going through a recession. Manish ji (Tewari), you come from Punjab, bring statistics from there, it's your govt (Congress) there.. or from Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh. As far as the recession is concerned, J&K is doing better than all of them."
15:16 February 13
Home Minister Amit Shah speaking in the House
'Healthcare benefits given to every citizen of J-K'
Home Minister Amit Shah Giving out details of the development done in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation, Shah said that in the healthcare sector much like the work done in rest of the country, the people of the UT were given benefits through the PM’s health Yojna.
"Jammu and Kashmir is one of the few places where almost everyone has been included in the Swasth Yojna created by the government," Shah added.
15:04 February 13
Amit Shah speaking on DDC polls
No one can say there was fraud during DDC polls: Shah
"Nobody, not even our rivals can say that there was fraud or unrest during the DDC elections. Everyone voted fearlessly and peacefully. 51 per cent of votes were cast in the Panchayat elections," said Shah.
14:54 February 13
Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaking in the House
Peace will be restored in J&K under our rule: Shah
Highlighting the "unrest" in Jammu and Kashmir during UPA years, Shah said, "Recall Congress days, thousands were killed and curfews were imposed for days. Peace in Kashmir is a big thing."
He also assured that such situations won't be repeated under the BJP rule.
14:41 February 13
J-K will be given statehood in due time: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that when there is no mention in the bill that the UT will not be given statehood, why is the opposition bringing this up?
"I will reiterate again that this bill has nothing to do with the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir, in due time J&K will be given statehood," Shah said.
14:10 February 13
'What has Congress done in 70 years', asks Amit Shah
"Everyone should understand the condition of JK. What have you done for 70 years? And you are asking the status in just 17 months. Congress should understand if they are in a position to seek a reply on JK's status," he said.
Shah said, "We will answer the SC on the stay of the bill. But this does not mean that developmental works will be halted in the state.
Shah said, "We will answer the SC on the stay of the bill. But this does not mean that developmental works will be halted in the state.
The bill is not linked with statehood of the region. Owasi even dragged religion in the allotment of cadre position and calls himself secular. Can a Hindu officer not serve a Muslim man?
"Congress abolished mobile services. It was restored in Atal Vajpayee regime. And today, they are talking about 2G and 4G services. JK wll get statehood at the right time. Why did Congress did not abrogate article 370? NDA govt takes a decision for the welfare of people. We cannot compromise with the welfare and development of the nation. This is the policy of Congress," he added.
He said, "Should not Kashmiri youths get the right to serve the nation? During the Congress regime, curfew was imposed for long and there waqs no peace in the region. All the officers are sons of Bharat Mata. There is no separate constitution, no flag. We have ended
14:06 February 13
BJP can convert metro cities into UT, says Asaduddin Owaisi
AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi termed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act as 'constitutional breach'. He said the merger of cadres reflect that the govt has failed in its promise.
Owaisi also raked up the issue of lower allocation to minority groups at various government services.
"Will the govt revive the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir? The govt took European delegation to JK whereas all-party delegation must be allowed to visit the region. Children of JK are lodged in jails from different states under PSA Act. BJP will make Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru UT. This is the consistent policy of BJP. Under the pressure of America, BJP restored 4G internet services of JK."
14:06 February 13
BJP leader Jugal Kishore Sharma said, "Congress always creates hurdles whenever there is talks of development in JK region. Congress should answer what are the problems in the bill. The opposition is opposing just for the sake of opposing. New developmental projects are coming in the region. DDC polls brought back the democratic rights of the people."
Sharma added, "Tourism has to be increased to provide more employment opportunities. I support the bill for welfare and development of Jammu and Kashmir."
14:06 February 13
Congress leader Manish Tewari said, "During UPA regime, there was less ceasefire violations. But under BJP regime, it increased. Does this send a message of peace? There has been no industry in Kashmir for the past 17 months. Jammu and Kashmir has suffered loss of Rs 40,000 cr after abrogation. Tourism has been adversely affected."
He said, "There was no internet connection so many times even during COVID times. Infiltration is increasing. After 17 months, statehood has not been revived in the state. The bill faces constitutional validity. The bill must be withdrawn."
14:06 February 13
RSP leader N.K. Premachandran said, "We are not getting adequate information from media. We would like to know the exact state of affairs. Reports from media is not satisfactory. We would like to know status of democratic rights. All party delegation should be allowed to visit JK. I urge the govt to bring back normalcy in the region."
13:47 February 13
Congress can never think of national integrity: Ladakh MP
Ladakh MP Jamyang Tsering Namgyal said, "Merger of cadres will provide more opportunities and will make the environment more friendly. Modi govt wants to bring efficiency from deficiency. There will be uniformity in governance and exposure and will enhance administration. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is a part of India. Soch badlo desh badlega."
Namgyal said, "Merger of cadres will promote PM Modi's slogan Vocal for local. There are so many local communities in JK and all have been provided domicile certificates, voting and land rights. Congress can never think of national integrity and it has lost direction. "
13:33 February 13
BJP leader Brijendra Singh said, "Bill is unexceptional and the merger of cadre is logical. The historic act sought to bring down the curtain in India's independence. Democratic process is coming back in the state after DDC polls. Development is happening in the state."
13:24 February 13
IUML leader E.T. Mohammed Basheer said, "There has been no development after the abrogation of article 370. No Serious attempt has not been made to address the grievances. When will the statehood be given to people? With merging of officers from Goa, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh, local needs need to be kept in mind."
13:24 February 13
TRS leader Nama Nageswara Rao said, "Amendments in Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation bill is the need of the hour. During the Congress regime, there was a disturbance in the area and 300 people died. Even we were not allowed to move in the area and that time UPA govt did not provide protection to us."
Rao said, "People from South India are also planning for industralisation in JK. It is a part of JK."
13:09 February 13
BJD leader Bhartruhari Mahtab defends Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation bill
BJD leader Bhartruhari Mahtab said, "I have not heard anything from govt that why the ordinance was passed even before the house could meet last year. I do not find any reason to oppose the bill. Assembly of JK can function like that of Puducherry. All the officers of the existing cadre will be a part of the functional cadre. All laws of Union of India has been brought in JK.
"Corruption charges against people, officers were not being probed by Central govt. But now such things are possible. Finances have been provided and quality of life has provided.
12:58 February 13
FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition
FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition
BSP leader Malook Nagar also defended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill, adding that FM fairly pointed out Congress not playing good role as opposition.
He said that IAS and IPS cadres from across the nation if put in JK will help in the development.
"Congress is weakening the other opposition parties. Congress has snatched the rights of Gujjars and Bakrawals residing in the villages of JK. There should be SEZ so that such communities can sell their dairy products," he said.
12:51 February 13
No development when Congress was in power: JD(U)
No development when Congress was in power: JD(U)
Defending the bill, JD(U) MP Rajiv Ranjan said, "People have to accept the abrogation of article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Recruitment of state service officers will not be affected. When Congress was in power, why there was no development? NDA govt has worked for the development of the region."
12:51 February 13
YSRCP demands reservation for Kashmiri pandits
YSRCP demands reservation for Kashmiri pandits
YSRCP leader Dr Chitra Anuradha defended the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill. She highlighted the exodus of Kashmiri pandits and urged govt to provide 5 per cent reservation in all sectors to help them.
12:34 February 13
Development at standstill in JK: TMC
Development at standstill in JK: TMC
TMC MP Sougata Ray said, "BJP took away the democratic rights of people in JK. What is the achievement? Development is at a standstill. Only good thing happened was elections. The situation needs to be improved. Govt has not offered any education aid to students. The fact that all leaders were under house arrest was against the democratic rights."
12:25 February 13
BJP will lose elections: DMK
BJP will lose elections: DMK
"I am deeply pained with PM Modi coining the term 'Andolanjeevi'. It is the basic right of the farmers to protest about their rights," said DMK leader Dr T Sumathy Thamizhachi Thangapandian.
She said, "We were told that statehood would be restored but now our hopes have lost. This is the worst of times that India has ever witnessed. BJP has implemented draconian laws like CAA, farmers laws and others."
"If there is a deficiency of IAS cadres, then why not efforts are taken by the govt. It is the duty of govt to maintain cadre status," she says.
"BJP will lose the elections in the upcoming polls in WB, Kerala and Tamil Nadu with the support of the people," she added.
12:06 February 13
Abrogation of article 370 has instilled fear among terrorists: Dr Satya Pal Singh
Abrogation of article 370 has instilled fear among terrorists: Dr Satya Pal Singh
"I am proud that under the leadership of PM Modi that article 370 and 35 were scrapped which has instilled fear in terrorists, said BJP leader Dr Satya Pal Singh.
"POSCO Act is not enforced in JK and this is shameful. There is no law pertaining to action against damage on public property. Similar many other laws are not enforced in JK during UPA regime," he said.
12:05 February 13
Increase in encounters given development a backseat
JK MP Hasnain Masoodi said "There has been a rise in encounters. The move may have been aimed at development. But due to the rise in encounters in rural and urban areas, there has been no development."
He also said if J-K administrators are given the responsibility for the development of the state it will be helpful as they are aware of the topography, adding that they also want development of region.
11:50 February 13
'Time to rethink Jammu and Kashmir issue'
'Time to rethink Jammu and Kashmir issue'
"The dreams that you had shown after the abrogation of Article 370 have not been fulfilled. J&K has not returned to normalcy. More than Rs 90,000 cr of local business has finished. We want you to tell us how will you improve things in J&K," said Congress leader Adhir Ranjan
11:46 February 13
No development in JK
No development in JK
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury attacked Centre over the abrogation of article 370 in JK. He said that the Centre said that there would be developmental activities and generation of employment opportunities but nothing of such sort happened.
High Court said that Roshni Act was illegal. After the scrapping of article 370, businessmen have suffered losses and there has been no development.
Amit Shah said that Brahmans would be brought back to the state but even Pandits have not been brought back.
Amit Shah ji, you'd said that you'll bring back Brahmins. Did you succeed in bringing back Pandits? You say you'll bring back Gilgit Baltistan. It's a matter for later. But at least bring back those who were internally displaced, those who can't go to Kashmir valley
11:29 February 13
Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region
Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region
G Kisan Reddy tables bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, as passed by Rajya Sabha.
He said, "Abrogation of article 370 led to developmental activity in the Jammu and Kashmir region."
11:19 February 13
Allocation of benefits for minority, backward increased
Allocation of benefits for minority, backward increased
Some members have questioned whether allocation for minority affairs, allocation for SC & ST has been reduced. No, they have not. Total allocation for minority affairs is Rs 4,811 crores in 2021-22 which is an 8.6% increase for the ministry, higher than actual expenditure
11:10 February 13
FM accuses Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of creating fake narratives on various issues
FM accuses Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of creating fake narratives on various issues
"When the foundation was laid for budget speech by Congress, I would like to ask why the party took a U-turn on their manifesto regarding the farm laws," says FM
"I was expecting Rahul to explain Congress' U-turn on-farm6 laws," Sitharaman said
'What happened to farm loan waivers that you promised in many states? No waiver happened in Rajasthan, Chattisgarh, MP,' says FM
"I expected that provision of sending jail to farmers and penalties in Punjab would be discussed by them," says FM
"I was expecting that the party would point out anyone point from the farm laws that these will harm the farmers," she said.
I was expecting that the party would point out anyone point from the farm laws that these will harm the farmers
I was expecting that we would not dishonour Dr Manmohan Singh's statement.
Prove if anyone APMC mandi was shut. Provisions were made that 30,000 cr collected from agricultural infra cess would be given to states.
"Why does he choose to insult Constitutional authority?
Why does party take different stand in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, says FM
10:57 February 13
9 crore farmers benefited through direct cash transfers
Nearly 9 crore farmers registered under the PM Fasal Bima Yojana, Rs. 6000 direct benefit transfers granted, Mudra Yojana loans have been sanctioned for 27 crore small business farmers.
10:51 February 13
PM Awas Yojana made for common people
PM Awas Yojana made for common people
"PM Awas Yojana more than 1.76 crores houses have been completed. Since October 2017, 2.67 crore houses have been electrified under the Saubhagya scheme, nearly 11 crore household toilets were constructed. Are these for cronies ?
10:48 February 13
PM Swanidhi Yojana not for cronies, but for street vendors
PM Swanidhi Yojana not for cronies, but for street vendors
Swanidhi Yojna is for small traders and Rs 10,000 is given to them for one year. Money is given to 50,000 traders. PM is working for dalits, poor and backwards and they benefit from the scheme. We do not work for Damads and crony. We work for those who believe in PM Modi.
She said, "PM SVANidhi Yojana, for those who are constantly accusing us of dealing with cronies - SVANidhi doesn't go to cronies. Damads get land in states which are governed by some parties - Rajasthan, Haryana once upon a time"
10:38 February 13
Government supported MSMEs via various steps during lockdown
Government supported MSMEs via various steps during lockdown
We made sure that no one from MSME should be drawn to courts or declared insolvent. We also extended the deadline that people are not burdened with paying taxes. We have given relief by giving money so that they have additional working capital. Banks were told to make calls and send messages that we are willing to give you loan without additional security.
She said, "We suspended some clauses of the IBC so that MSMEs wouldn't be pulled to courts, declared insolvent. We also extended dates for many payments, compliance to March 31, 2021. We also gave money to ensure working capital."
10:36 February 13
'Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA'
'Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA'
FM hit out at the Congress and said, "Take the credit for mismanaging MNREGA. Take the credit to give MNREGA to give it to non-existing workers. Take the credit to give MNREGA to give it to ghost workers. Congress lacks the will to execute the schemes. They give birth to schemes and give it to crony. They forget the actual workers.
10:28 February 13
FM says health allocation increased by 9.79% in new budget
FM says health allocation increased by 9.79% in new budget
"Even WHO has said water and sanitation contribute to health and hence we have it in the budget. In budget speech I said, we are taking a holistic approach to health," said Sitharaman
"It is a comprehensive logical approach. Allocations to core health has not come down but gone up. Budget 2021-22 marks 9.67 per cent growth. We have only increased," she said.
I will firmly establish that in spite of bringing water & sanitation, the allocations to the core health has not come down. On the contrary, it has gone up: FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Lok Sabha
10:22 February 13
Bengal did not send funds
Bengal did not send funds
The benefit of 1.15 lakh cr has been transferred to farmers. In 2020-21, allocation of Rs 75,000 cr was transferred under PM Kisan Samman Yojna. 69 crore farmers were benefitted.
A total of ₹1.15 lakh crores has been transferred to 10.75 crore farmers through the PMKSY, Nirmala Sitharaman says.
List of farmers from West Bengal did not reach us. Details of 65 lakh farmers did not come to Centre. We made the provisions but state shows its farmers does not need money
10:16 February 13
"BJP does not believe in borrowing. Respecting India's entrepreneurial skills, managerial skills, business skills has always been us, since Jan Sangh days," FM said.
Respecting Indian entrepreneurial skills, Indian managerial skills, Indian trade skills, Indian business skills, Indian youth, Jana Sangh onwards, BJP has consistently believed in India. We didn't borrow something from somewhere and gave a hybrid.
In the Budget speech, I very clearly said, we're taking a holistic approach to health. It' addressing preventive health, it is addressing curative health, it is also addressing well-being. Otherwise, you are not going to get holistic health-related governance: FM
10:13 February 13
Budget has been made for India's revival
Budget has been made for India's revival
FM said, "Budget has been made for India's revival. PM Modi is committed to economic reforms. Stimulus plus reforms - an opportunity has been taken out of pandemic situation. A challenging situation like pandemic didn't deter Govt from taking up reforms that are going to be necessary for sustaining long term growth for this country."
This Budget draws from the experience of the PM when he was CM - on the ground in Gujarat, seen so many revivals happening at a time when the license quota raj was going away post-1991 & then based on that experience, commitment to reform was blended into this Budget.
10:10 February 13
Budget has set the pace for India to become Atamnirbhar
FM Nirmala Sitharaman said that budget has a blend of stimulus and PM has not lost the opportunity and reforms were taken in challenging pandemic situation.
The budget has set the pace for India to become Atamnirbhar.
"We had retraction in the pandemic. There are less covid-19 deaths and lower cases. We were able to bend the covid curve and the budget gives neccessary impetus," she said.
10:01 February 13
Lok Sabha proceedings begin
Lok Sabha proceedings commence. The finance minister is set to reply to the discussion on the Union Budget today.
06:19 February 13
Lok Sabha Budget Session Updates
New Delhi: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will reply to the discussion on the Union Budget in Lok Sabha on Saturday at 10 am.
Saturday will also mark the end of the first part of the Budget session of the Parliament. Sitaraman, while replying to the discussion on the Union Budget in Rajya Sabha on Friday, slammed the Opposition and accused them of constantly alleging a false narrative that the government only worked for cronies and said several of the Centre's schemes were for the poor.
She reminded members of the Upper House of several schemes that have been implemented for the poorer sections of the country, like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and the Pradhan Mantri Saubhagya Yojana. She also said the Union Budget 2021-22 is the instrument through which Aatmanirbhar Bharat is to be attained and asserted that the government is also looking at "long term sustainable growth".
Finance Minister had presented the Union Budget 2021-22 in the Parliament on February 1.
(ANI)
Last Updated : Feb 13, 2021, 5:24 PM IST
