Monsoon session: Parliament proceedings washed out again amid opposition stir

Friday, 8 August 2025 (5 hours ago)
Both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha faced disruptions due to opposition protests demanding a discussion on Bihar's special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The deputy chairman of Rajya Sabha rejected notices for suspending business, leading to uproar and adjournment. Despite the chaos in Lok Sabha, some questions were addressed, and the Income Tax Bill, 2025 was withdrawn for revision.

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