parliamentary proceedings
Rajya Sabha Drama: Kharge's Remarks on Dhankhar's Exit Spark BJP Backlash in Parliament
Dec 01, 2025 05:54 pm CST
In a tense parliamentary exchange, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge welcomed new Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan while expressing regret over former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation. Kharge reminded Radhakrishnan of his Congress roots and urged impartiality, prompting strong rebuttals from BJP's Kiren Rijiju who criticized the Opposition's past treatment of Dhankhar. This confrontation highlights ongoing tensions between government and opposition in India's upper house of Parliament.
PM Modi's "Delivery, Not Drama" Challenge to Congress Met with Priyanka Gandhi's Firm Response on Democratic Discourse
Dec 01, 2025 03:27 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Opposition for being unable to accept electoral defeats ahead of Parliament's Winter Session, emphasizing the need for constructive engagement rather than disruption. In response, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defended raising public issues as essential to democracy, not drama. The exchange highlights tensions as the government prepares to introduce 13 bills during the 15-sitting session ending December 19.