Parliament spent less than 30% time on legislative business
A PRS analysis reveals Parliament spent under 30% of its time on lawmaking in 2025, passing 31 bills. Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha sat for 62 days each. Read the full report.
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Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha spent under 30% time on laws in 2025
PRS Legislative analysis reveals Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha spent less than 30% of 2025 time on legislative business. Question Hour also saw reduced functioning. Read the full report.
Parliament 2025: 62 Days, 31 Bills, Light Moments
Indian Parliament functioned for 62 days in 2025, passing 31 bills including changes to MGNREGA and tax laws. Amid serious work, sessions were punctuated by hilarious moments from MPs. Read the full review.
2026 Rajya Sabha Polls: 72 Seats, NDA Strength to Rise
Elections for 72 Rajya Sabha seats across 22 states set for 2026. Key leaders retiring, NDA's strength projected to rise to 145. Read the full analysis.
Panel Urges MHA to Expedite Jammu & Kashmir Statehood
A Rajya Sabha committee has urged the Home Ministry to speed up the process of granting full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Read the key recommendations from the report tabled in Parliament.
BJP Rebuts Sonia Gandhi's Claims on VB-G RAM G Act
BJP accuses Sonia Gandhi of 'selective memory and falsehoods' over her criticism of the newly passed VB-G RAM G Act. Get the full details on the parliamentary showdown.
Manjhi Demands RS Seat, Threatens to Quit NDA Cabinets
HAM(S) chief Jitan Ram Manjhi warns of quitting Union & Bihar cabinets if denied Rajya Sabha berth. Tensions rise in NDA over 5 upcoming RS vacancies from Bihar. Read the full story.
Nitin Nabin May Quit as MLA for Rajya Sabha Berth
BJP's new working president Nitin Nabin is likely to resign as Bihar MLA after being sounded for a Rajya Sabha seat. Get the latest political developments here.
TMC MPs Protest for 12 Hours Against Gramin Bill
TMC MPs hold a 12-hour dharna as Rajya Sabha passes the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill. Get the latest on the parliamentary protest and the bill's details.
Lok Sabha Winter Session Ends: 111% Productivity Recorded
The Winter Session of Lok Sabha concluded with a high productivity rate of 111%. Key legislation was passed amid heated political debates. Read the full recap here.
Winter Parliament Session Concludes, Key Bills Passed
The Winter Session of Parliament adjourned sine die on Dec 19, 2025. Key legislation, including a bill to open the civil nuclear sector to private players, was passed in 15 sittings. Read the full recap.
VB-G RAM G Bill Passed; Opposition Stages Dharna
The VB-G RAM G Bill secures Parliament's approval, sparking Opposition protests and demands for parliamentary committee scrutiny. Get the latest details on the political standoff.
Opposition Warns of Agitation as Rajya Sabha Passes Rural Bill
Rajya Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 after midnight amid protests. Opposition warns of street agitations, citing farm law repeal. MNREGA changes spark federalism debate.
VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 to Replace MGNREGA Passes Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha passed the landmark VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 after a marathon debate, paving the way to replace the MGNREGA scheme. The Rajya Sabha is set to take up the debate next. Read the full details.
Parliament Passes Bill to Allow Private Nuclear Power
The Rajya Sabha approved the SHANTI Bill 2025, ending the government's nuclear power monopoly and easing supplier liability. The move aims to boost India's nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047.
SHANTI Bill Passed, Allows Private Role in Nuclear Energy
India's Parliament has passed the landmark SHANTI Bill, permitting private sector participation in nuclear energy. This move aims to boost clean power generation and energy security. Read the full story for details.
SHANTI Bill Up for Rajya Sabha Discussion on December 18
The SHANTI Bill, passed by Lok Sabha, is scheduled for a four-hour debate in Rajya Sabha on December 18. Lok Sabha also holds a crucial discussion on air pollution. Get the latest updates.
Insurance FDI Cap Raised to 100% by Parliament
Parliament approves historic amendment to raise FDI limit in insurance to 100%. The move promises greater insurance penetration, lower premiums, and job creation. Read the full story.
Winter Session: Nadda vs Congress, Insurance FDI at 100%
Rajya Sabha sees heated debate on election reforms as Nadda accuses Congress of misleading nation. Lok Sabha passes bill to raise FDI in insurance to 100%. Get all live updates.
Nadda Seeks Opposition Support for Electoral Roll Revision
Leader of House J P Nadda urges opposition parties to back special intensive revision of electoral rolls, citing a massive spike in West Bengal's electorate since 2002. He questions the role of illegal immigrants.
Joshi Assures No Paddy Procurement Shortage, Urges Storage Boost
Union Food Minister Pralhad Joshi assured Rajya Sabha of sufficient paddy procurement. He urged states to enhance storage for rising wheat and paddy stocks. Read the full report.
Sonia Gandhi: Double Pay for ASHA, Anganwadi Workers
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi urged the Centre to double its pay contribution for ASHA and Anganwadi workers, citing overwork and low wages. She also highlighted 3 lakh ICDS vacancies.
Sonia Gandhi Targets Govt on ASHA, Anganwadi Workers' Issues
Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for overworked, underpaid ASHA and Anganwadi workers in Rajya Sabha. Urges wage hikes, timely pay, and filling vacancies for India's development.
Meghwal Quotes Ghalib to Slam Congress on Election Failures
Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal cited Mirza Ghalib's poetry to criticize the Congress's electoral strategy. He defended voter list revision, emphasizing 'One person, one vote'. Read the full debate highlights.
PM Modi's Vande Mataram Speech Sparks Parliament Debate
PM Modi's powerful address in Parliament on Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary ignited a political firestorm. Get the full details on the heated debate and opposition's walkout.
Renuka Chowdhury's Stormy Political Journey
Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury, at the centre of a Parliament dog row, has had a defiant career from NTR's protégé to a Union minister. Explore her controversial and fiery political innings.
BJP MP: Drop 'Lord' title for British rulers from records
BJP MP raises issue in Rajya Sabha, calls for removal of 'Lord' title for British colonial rulers from textbooks and official records. Read the full debate details.
Indigo's 500 Cancellations Raise Monopoly Concerns
Rajya Sabha members question IndiGo's market dominance after 500+ flight cancellations. Concerns over passenger rights and lack of competition in Indian aviation.
Chadha Slams 10-Minute Delivery Culture in Rajya Sabha
AAP MP Raghav Chadha condemns the pressure of instant delivery services on gig workers, calling for better working conditions and an end to 'cruel' 10-minute deadlines. Read more.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Takes Hard Stance on Rule 267
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar firmly rejects repeated adjournment motions under Rule 267, prioritizing scheduled legislative business. The opposition's strategy faces a setback. Get the full details.
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