Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Oppn decides to stall house proceedings; to demand Shah's statement on pellet guns use
The Indian Parliament's monsoon session faces disruptions as the Opposition stalls proceedings to demand a statement on the use of pellet guns. Meanwhile, the government aims to pass legislation regarding anti-paper leak measures and Supreme Court judge appointments.
Why it matters
It illustrates the legislative gridlock in India and the government's attempt to address high-stakes issues like examination integrity and judicial administration.
Parliament monsoon session highlights: This live blog has now ended.The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned for the day on Monday and will reconvene on July 28 at 11 am. The Centre was set to push ahead with its legislative agenda in Parliament today.The Lok Sabha was set to take up a Bill to strengthen the anti-paper leak law and another to amend the law governing the number of Supreme Court judges. This will be taken up on Tuesday.
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