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Parliament proceedings | Women’s Reservation Bill was initiated by UPA, Chowdhury claims in Lok Sabha

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said that the United Progressive Alliance’s Bill for Women’s Reservation in the Lok Sabha and Assemblies cleared in the Rajya Sabha in 2010 was still alive

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Census a must for Women’s Reservation Bill to become reality

The 128th Constitutional Amendment Bill, 2023, or the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, will be implemented after the 2026 delimitation taking into account the latest census.

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AIADMK’s fresh salvo at Annamalai leaves its alliance with BJP in tatters

AIADMK-BJP ties strained; both parties seek to gain from separation.

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As Parliament moves to new premises, PM calls for a fresh chapter free of bitter partisanship

PM Modi called on MPs to forget all past bitterness and start a new chapter. He asserted that whatever they are going to do in the new complex should be an inspiration for every citizen of the country.

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TMC questions why President was not invited to function held in old Parliament building

TMC questions why President Murmu not invited to event in Delhi's old Parliament building. Opposition parties had earlier objected to President not being invited to new Parliament building's inauguration. 21 parties boycotted event, contending President should inaugurate, not PM Modi. President summons/prorogues sessions on govt's advice.

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PM Modi urges Rajya Sabha MPs to unanimously approve women's reservation bill

Indian PM Modi on September 19 appealed to the Upper House members to unanimously approve the women’s reservation bill - Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam - after it was passed by the Lower House.

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Government introduces women’s reservation bill; PM Modi calls for consensus vote

With several parties pushing for the reservation of women in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, the bill, which is named Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, is likely to see a smooth passage this time.

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New building of Parliament notified as Parliament House of India

The Lok Sabha on Monday officially notified the new building of the Parliament as the Parliament House of India. Read further on Dynamite News:

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MPs turn up in myriad colours for farewell pic at old Parliament building

Women members turned up in colourful sarees, while most of their male counterparts preferred white kurta-pyjamas with vibrant waist-coats for the photo-session.

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Bidding farewell to Baker’s building

As we bid farewell to the old Parliament Building which was inaugurated on 18 January 1927 here are five factoids about it.

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Morning Digest | Canada investigates Indian government link to killing of Khalistani activist; Union Cabinet meets amid buzz over Women’s Reservation Bill, and more

The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day

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Union Cabinet meets amid buzz over Women’s Reservation Bill

The meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was attended by Union ministers including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Piyush Goyal, Pralhad Joshi, S. Jaishankar, among others.

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Parliament living symbol of the culture of dialogue, says Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said, “This Parliament House has witnessed the historic moment of independence; making of the Constitution of India and the glorious democratic journey of the modern nation.”

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Maneka Gandhi, Manmohan Singh, Shibu Soren to speak at Central Hall function before Parliament shifts to new digs

MPs to attend ceremony in Central Hall of Parliament. PM Modi, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary, Piyush Goyal, Malikarjuna Kharge, Maneka Gandhi, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Shibu Soren to speak. Ms. Gandhi first elected in 1989, Dr. Singh in 1991, Mr. Soren in 1980. Ceremony to mark shift to new Parliament building on…

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Growing faith of people in Parliament, its biggest achievement, says PM Modi, as MPs bid farewell to old Parliament building

On the first day, the special session is being held in the old Parliament building. Proceedings, however, will move into the new building tomorrow

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Why ‘one nation, one election’ would strike a blow against federalism | Data

The Indian government has formed a committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind to explore the possibility of conducting simultaneous elections for various levels of government, including Lok Sabha, state assemblies, municipalities, and panchayats. If simultaneous elections are implemented, it would curtail the terms of most Legislative Assemblies, with…

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Making sense of Mayawati’s ambivalence

Mayawati has decided to remain equidistant from both NDA and INDIA. She believes that this strategy could result in the emergence of a majboor (weak) party to power, which, in turn, would keep the BSP relevant.

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We should vow to ensure victory in all 40 Lok Sabha seats in T.N., Puducherry: CM

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Formal announcement on BJP-JD(S) alliance likely to be made this week

BJP, JD(S) to form alliance ahead of LS polls. Leaders of both parties to meet in Delhi to make official announcement. JD(S) likely to get 4-6 seats in Old Mysore region. BJP leaders in touch with JD(S) leader Kumaraswamy since he maintained good relationship with them. Announcement likely on Sept…

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New Parliament to host session from September 19

MPs called for group photo on Tuesday at 9.30 am. New ID cards issued for new Parliament building. Five-day session begins on September 18 Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar hoisted flag atop "Gaja Dwar" of new building.

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Congress is ready to fight, Mallikarjun Kharge tells party leaders

Congress leaders urged to prioritize success, put aside differences to defeat BJP in 2024 LS elections. Kharge accuses Modi Govt of playing politics, distracting people from basic issues. He stresses on organisational unity, discipline to achieve success, oust BJP in 2024 to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.

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Congress demands passage of Women’s Reservation Bill in special session of Parliament

A day ahead of the week-long special session of Parliament, the Congress party has yet again raised their demand for a greater reservation for women in legislative roles. Read further on Dynamite News:

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PMK: Stalin should meet Siddaramaiah over Cauvery issue

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Rajya Sabha Chairman Dhankhar to hoist national flag at new Parliament building on September 17

VP Jagdeep Dhankhar to hoist flag at new Parliament building on September 17. Lok Sabha Speaker Birla, Union Ministers, leaders of parties to attend. Mallikarjun Kharge unable to attend due to prior commitments.

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BJP’s love for Ganesh is because of Lok Sabha polls: Hindustan Janata Party

The State vice-president of OBC wing of Hindustan Janata Party Raghavendra Kathare has alleged that BJP leaders had developed sudden love and devotion for Lord Ganesh on account of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

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