Live: In RS, Kharge demands Shah's statement on cop action; Rijiju says cannot dictate

Live blogParliament Monsoon Session Live Updates: Parliament is likely to witness another stormy day on the 14th day of the Monsoon Session, with the Opposition pressing for a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the use of pellet guns and police action against student protesters, as well as an immediate discussion on the alleged Ram Mandir donation theft, among other issues. Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are expected to see intense protests over these demands. Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju, Jitendra Singh and Nirmala Sitharaman, among others, are also likely to address Parliament and present various legislative business. Stay tuned to IndiaToday.in for all the latest updates from Parliament....Read MoreMallikarjun Kharge in Parliament.Aug 6, 2026 12:23 ISTRajya Sabha Live: Opposition continues sloganeeringOpposition MPs continued to raise slogans, demanding that Home Minister Amit Shah come to Parliament and make a statement, despite repeated appeals from the Chair to maintain order in the House. "Amit Shah, Sadan mein aao (Amit Shah, come to the House)," Opposition MPs repeatedly chanted. Aug 6, 2026 12:20 ISTParliament Live: Kharge can't dictate which minister should come, says RijijuKiren Rijiju hit back at Mallikarjun Kharge in the Rajya Sabha, saying the LoP cannot dictate which minister should come to the House and make a statement. "The Leader of the Opposition cannot dictate which minister should come. He can urge the Chair," Rijiju said, responding to Kharge's demand that the Prime Minister and the Home Minister come to the House and make a statement. Aug 6, 2026 12:14 ISTParliament Live: It’s my right what to say, when to say it, Kharge hits vack at RijijuKharge said Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju had quoted several rules but had "forgotten Rule 238A". It governs allegations made by a Member of Parliament against another member or a Lok Sabha member. "It is my right to decide what to speak, when to speak and how to speak," he said. Kharge also accused the government of insulting Congress leader Pawan Khera by taking his name in the House. "We raised only genuine questions. We are asking the Home Minister and the Prime Minister to come to the House and make a statement," he said. Aug 6, 2026 12:09 ISTRajya Sabha Live: 'Allow LoP to speak', Opposition shouts "Allow the Leader of the Opposition to speak," Opposition MPs shouted in the Rajya Sabha.Aug 6, 2026 12:05 ISTParliament Live: Uproar again in Rajya SabhaOpposition MPs continued to raise slogans in the Rajya Sabha as the House reconvened at 12 noon.Aug 6, 2026 11:28 ISTParliament Live: Rajya Sabha adjourned amid Opposition uproarThe Rajya Sabha has also been adjourned amid continued uproar by Opposition MPs. Amid the protests, Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge rose to speak, but as soon as he began his remarks, members of the ruling alliance also raised their voices. Subsequently, Chairman CP Radhakrishnan adjourned the House.Aug 6, 2026 11:21 ISTParliament Live: Rijiju attacks Kharge over repeated remarksUnion Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju hit out at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in the Rajya Sabha, accusing him of repeatedly raising the same issue in the House. "Every day, Kharge stands up and says the same thing. This is repetition and is against the rules," Rijiju said. Aug 6, 2026 11:11 ISTParliament Live: Uproar in Rajya Sabha Opposition MPs raised slogans in the Rajya Sabha as proceedings began on Thursday. Chairman CP Radhakrishnan repeatedly appealed to the members to maintain order, but the uproar continued in the House.Aug 6, 2026 11:08 ISTParliament Monsoon Session Live: Lok Sabha adjourned Lok Sabha proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm amid continued uproar by Opposition in the House.Aug 6, 2026 11:06 ISTLok Sabha Live: Speaker appeals for calmLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla appealed to Opposition MPs to end the sloganeering and refrain from displaying placards, saying the government had agreed to hold discussions on the issues raised.Aug 6, 2026 11:04 ISTParliament Live: Uproar in Lok SabhaUproar returned to the Lok Sabha on Thursday as Opposition MPs raised slogans and pressed for a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the police action on student protesters. Aug 6, 2026 11:01 ISTMonsoon Session: Parliament resumesThe Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha resumed for today's proceedings. Aug 6, 2026 10:58 ISTParliament Live: Zuckerberg apology victory for Indian law, says BJP's Nishikant DubeyBJP MP Nishikant Dubey lauded Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's apology over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's video, calling it a "victory" for India's laws, Constitution and Parliament. "This is a victory for India's laws, Constitution, and Parliament. It demonstrates the strength of the Prime Minister, who leads 140 crore people, that anyone wishing to do business in India must abide by Indian law," Dubey said outside Parliament. Aug 6, 2026 10:48 ISTParliament Live: INDIA bloc MPs protest at Makar Dwar, raise slogans against Amit ShahINDIA bloc MPs began a protest in front of Parliament's Makar Dwar on Thursday, continuing their offensive against Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the BJP. Amid a light drizzle, Opposition MPs gathered under umbrellas and raised slogans against Shah and the ruling party. The protest comes amid the Opposition's continuing demand that the Home Minister address Parliament over issues it has raised during the Monsoon Session. Aug 6, 2026 10:15 ISTParliament Live: With FCRA bill, BJP risks losing delimitation backersThe BJP faces a political tightrope over the FCRA Amendment Bill, with several regional parties it needs for the crucial delimitation bill strongly opposing the proposed FCRA changes. Read our full report here. Aug 6, 2026 09:49 ISTParliament: Govt makes fresh attempt for delimitation, women quota billsThe government is making a fresh attempt for the passage of a Constitution Amendment Bill to implement 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures in 2029 and redraw the Lok Sabha constituencies to increase their number to 816 in the ongoing Monsoon session by reaching out to principal opposition party Congress and NDA allies. The government also plans to meet other opposition leaders, including Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, and the DMK leadership to gauge their view on the possible reintroduction of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill. As part of the outreach, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday and discussed with him the reintroduction of the Bill, but did not get any commitment from the Congress leader. Aug 6, 2026 08:54 ISTParliament Session: Om Birla pays tribute to Sushma Swaraj on death anniversaryLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday paid tribute to late Union Minister Sushma Swaraj on her death anniversary, remembering her contribution to Indian politics and public service. Birla said Swaraj carved out a distinct place in Indian politics through her incisive oratory, sensitive leadership and unwavering dedication to the nation's interests. Remembering the Padma Vibhushan awardee, the Lok Sabha Speaker said her devotion to national service, work ethic and commitment to public welfare would continue to inspire people. Sushma Swaraj, one of the BJP's most prominent leaders and a former External Affairs Minister, died on August 6, 2019, at the age of 67. Aug 6, 2026 08:36 ISTParliament Monsoon Session: Nirmala Sitharaman to move Appropriation Bill in Rajya SabhaFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will move the Appropriation Bill for consideration in the Rajya Sabha. The Bill seeks Parliament’s approval for money spent from the Consolidated Fund of India during the financial year ending March 2023, in excess of the amounts originally approved for certain services. The Bill has already been passed by the Lok Sabha. Aug 6, 2026 07:56 ISTParliament Live: Nirmala Sitharaman to move Taxation Bill in Lok SabhaUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to move the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, for consideration and passage. The Bill seeks to further amend the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, and the Income-tax Act, 2025, as well as amend the Finance Act, 2026. Aug 6, 2026 07:36 ISTParliament Live: Amit Shah may speak when FCRA bill comes in ParliamentSources told news agency PTI that Amit Shah will speak in Parliament when the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 is introduced in the House for discussion and passage. The Opposition has been questioning Shah's absence from the House proceedings. Load More