Kiren Rijiju

Rajya Sabha chairman had asked Rijiju to ‘consider the request’ for Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s presence in the upper house.

The clarification comes amid reports that the Centre was considering convening a special session shortly after the Monsoon Session concludes on August 13 to push through the two key legislations.

The meeting, which took place at Gandhi's office in Parliament House, was a 'confidence-building measure' from the government's side amid repeated adjournments in both he houses of Parliament.

The Union Minister's comments came after opposition parties criticised Modi government for increasing petrol and diesel prices by ₹3 per litre, ending a prolonged freeze on fuel rate revisions. CNG prices in Delhi were also raised by ₹2 per kg.

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised Rahul Gandhi for allegedly collaborating with anti-India groups like George Soros. He claimed these actions weaken the nation but asserted that under PM Modi's leadership, India remains secure despite such conspiracies.

As Parliament grapples with disruptions from Opposition protests, a crucial discussion on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor is scheduled for July 28 and 29. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju urges cooperation to ensure smooth proceedings during this pivotal Monsoon Session.

The Monsoon session of Parliament faced disruptions as opposition protested the voter roll revision in Bihar. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised the opposition for their double standards, arguing that their protests hindered the opportunity for dialogue.

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