LS Speaker Om Birla commenting over the thin attendance in the evening session, appealed to the members of the House to spend maximum in the House and benefit from the debates. (File)Parliament LIVE UPDATES: A day after Lok Sabha sat till midnight Tuesday to conclude discussions on demands for grants for the agriculture and rural development ministries, it is scheduled to begin session at 11 am today.
Concerned over the increasing number of farmers’ suicide and ‘worsening’ agrarian situation, Opposition Tuesday suggested the government to ensure measures to improve their plight. This was the second time in less than a week that the Lower House extended session until midnight to conclude a debate. LS Speaker Om Birla commenting over the thin attendance in the evening session, appealed to the members of the House to spend maximum in the House and benefit from the debates.
Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha session was marred by protests by Opposition yesterday to extend duration of the House. The Upper House passed the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) Bill, 2019 and empowered the Civil Aviation Ministry. The House was adjourned twice following protests by Tamil parties which urged Chairman Venkaiah Naidu to adjourn the proceedings for the day.
Parliament proceedings begin
Lok Sabha session has begun with the Question Hour as Ministers are directing questions regarding the doubling and electrification of railway lines. Whereas, in the Rajya Sabha, MPs are raising concerns of the state with the permission of Chairman Venkaiah Naidu.
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Yesterday, Rajya Sabha passed the Central University (Amendment) Bill, 2019 which paves the way for the establishment of two central universities in Andhra Pradesh. These will be known as Central University of Andhra Pradesh and the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh. The tribal university will take additional measures to provide higher education and research facilities in tribal art, culture, and customs to the tribal population of India.
Congress has given Adjournment Motion notice in LS
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After BJP's Rajveer Singh had to pause his speech last night as the designated hour approached last night, Lok Sabha will begin proceedings at 11 am today. Rajya Sabha will also begin its session at the same time, so stay tuned to this space as we get you the latest updates from the Parliament!