In Brief
- Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation (No.3) Bill on Day 14 of the Monsoon Session.
- Opposition demanded Home Minister Amit Shah make a statement on police violence against students.
- Lok Sabha passed the Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill without debate.
- Rajya Sabha Chairman directed Parliamentary Affairs Minister to convey opposition's demand to Home Minister.
On the 14th day of Parliament's Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha approved the Appropriation (No.3) Bill. This bill allows the government to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund of India to meet expenses for the financial year. Concurrently, the Lok Sabha passed the Taxation and Other Laws Amendment Bill without any debate, which aims to amend certain tax provisions.
During the Rajya Sabha proceedings, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge demanded a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police violence against students. Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan acknowledged this request and asked Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju to convey the opposition's demand to the Home Minister. This reflects the continuing concerns raised by opposition members over law and order issues impacting students.
The proceedings underscore Parliament's focus on key financial legislation while addressing pressing social concerns voiced by its members. The session continues to balance governance and accountability as lawmakers deliberate important bills and public issues.
