Page 2 - Latest Updates on Kiren Rijiju
New I-T Bill with Parl panel's suggestions to be tabled on Monday: Rijiju
Rijiju's statement came in the wake of apprehensions voiced in a section of the media on the withdrawal of the Income Tax Bill from the Lok Sabha on Friday.
 "New I-T Bill with Parl panel's suggestions to be tabled on Monday: Rijiju")
Kiren Rijiju urges end to Rajya Sabha disruptions; 53 hours lost in session
In a post on X, Rijiju highlighted observations made by the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman on August 7 about the loss of working hours during the ongoing session
 "Kiren Rijiju urges end to Rajya Sabha disruptions; 53 hours lost in session")
INDIA bloc to protest at Parliament against Bihar electoral roll revision
On August 1, Rijiju said the govt was ready to hold discussions on any issue under the rules, but the SIR could not be debated as it is carried out by a constitutional body--the Election Commission
 "INDIA bloc to protest at Parliament against Bihar electoral roll revision")
Govt may push bills amid din if Opposition continues SIR protest: Rijiju
The minister, however, made it clear that a debate on SIR cannot take place in Parliament as the exercise is part of the Election Commission's administrative action and functioning
China hasn't intruded even an inch into Indian territory since 1962: Rijiju
Rijiju said this while intervening during the debate on Operation Sindoor to counter Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav's claim on Chinese encroachments in Arunachal Pradesh
Don't speak Pak's language: Rijiju appeals to Oppn ahead of Parl discussion
The Union Minister stated that the opposition, including the Congress, should refrain from making any statements that could harm national interests
Over 100 MPs sign letter on impeachment motion against Justice Verma
Kiren Rijiju said that the signatures of over 100 MPs was collected for the impeachment process against Justice Varma, who remains in trouble after burnt cash was discovered at his residence
 "Over 100 MPs sign letter on impeachment motion against Justice Verma")
Dalai Lama's 90th birthday to be celebrated in McLeodganj, Rijiju to attend
The week-long celebrations that began on June 30 have picked up pace with a lineup of religious conferences, youth forums, film screenings, and communal prayers over the weekend
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Delhi: 268th Session of Rajya Sabha scheduled to commence on July 21
The session is planned to run from July 21 to August 21, with the House set to adjourn on August 12 and reconvene on August 18 to facilitate Independence Day celebrations
 "Delhi: 268th Session of Rajya Sabha scheduled to commence on July 21")
Only established institution to decide next Dalai Lama, no one else: Rijiju
This is the first reaction by a senior government functionary on the comments of the Dalai Lama on his successor
 "Only established institution to decide next Dalai Lama, no one else: Rijiju")
India backs Dalai Lama's sole authority in choosing his next successor
Dalai Lama said the 600-year-old institution will continue and only his office can decide his successor; China insisted the process must follow its Chinese regulations
 "India backs Dalai Lama's sole authority in choosing his next successor")
Centre to collect signatures of MPs for motion to remove Justice Varma
He said the government is yet to decide whether the motion would be brought in the Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha
 "Centre to collect signatures of MPs for motion to remove Justice Varma")
Parliament's Monsoon session to be held from July 21 to Aug 21: Rijiju
There will be no Parliament sittings on August 13 and 14 due to Independence Day celebrations
Jaishankar blames Emergency-era deal for fishermen's arrests by Sri Lanka
At BJP Yuva Morcha event, S Jaishankar said that Indian fishermen continue to suffer due to a 1970s Emergency-era pact with Sri Lanka that was passed without parliamentary debate or consensus
 "Jaishankar blames Emergency-era deal for fishermen's arrests by Sri Lanka")
Cabinet passes resolution to mark June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Divas'
The Emergency was imposed on the night of June 25, 1975, and opposition leaders and media were throttled and curbs were placed on civil liberties, says Kiran Rijiju
'New chapter': Govt launches UMEED portal for Waqf property management
Calling it a historic step, Rijiju emphasised that the UMEED central portal is more than just a technological upgrade
Rijiju vows to make Central Waqf Council stronger, highlights new reforms
The minister underlined the government's continued efforts to empower minority institutions like the Central Waqf Council (CWC) and ensure transparent governance
Tharoor's Op Sindoor remark sparks Congress row, Rijiju offers support
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor faces criticism within his party over praise for 'Operation Sindoor'; union minister Kiren Rijiju supports him, questioning Congress's stance amid the controversy
 "Tharoor's Op Sindoor remark sparks Congress row, Rijiju offers support")
Cong dismisses Rijiju's govt 'did not ask for names for delegations' remark
On Saturday, the Congress said it was asked by the government to submit the names of four leaders for the all-party delegations to be sent abroad to explain India's stance on Pakistan-backed terrorism
 "Cong dismisses Rijiju's govt 'did not ask for names for delegations' remark")
NCP-SCP's Supriya Sule joins all-party mission on India's anti-terror stand
A seven-member all-party delegation will visit key partner nations, including UN Security Council members, this month to highlight Operation Sindoor and India's stance against cross-border terrorism
 "NCP-SCP's Supriya Sule joins all-party mission on India's anti-terror stand")