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New Delhi: The government has announced a “special session of Parliament” scheduled to convene from September 18 to 22, as revealed by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi’s post on X (formerly Twitter). Anticipation fills the air as the session, encompassing five sittings, approaches under the auspices of “Amid Amrit Kaal.” Minister Joshi expressed hope for productive discussions and debates within the Parliament’s halls.

Despite the imminent event, the government has maintained an air of secrecy around the potential subjects up for discussion. Speculation is rife that this extraordinary session might mark the commencement of the transition from the historic parliamentary building to the newly constructed one – symbolically initiating in the old and concluding in the new. Notwithstanding, insiders hint at the inclusion of Amrit Kaal festivities and India’s ascent to a ‘developed nation,’ with no clear indication of pivotal bills set for passage.

Furthermore, there is a possibility that this session may not be a joint assembly of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The timing of the special session holds intrigue, coinciding with the third gathering of the mega opposition coalition I.N.D.I.A. in Mumbai. Comprising 28 parties, this bloc has unequivocally declared its mission to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the upcoming general elections next year.

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A dispute has arisen between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over the funding for the beautification and development work carried out in preparation for the G20 Summit. The BJP contends that the work done by the AAP-led Delhi government and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) was made possible through funds provided by the Central government.

In response, the AAP administration in the national capital has expressed astonishment at the BJP’s claims, asserting that it is disconcerting to witness the BJP attempting to claim credit for the developmental efforts undertaken by the city government.

Virendra Sachdeva, the Delhi BJP president, asserted that even the concept of wall paintings was initially introduced by the Centre, specifically in the Pragati Maidan tunnel and subsequently in the NDMC area.

Sachdeva challenged Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to point out a single beautification or development project carried out by his government in preparation for the G20 Summit. The Delhi BJP plans to hold a press conference to present a comprehensive list of G20-related development endeavors in the city, all funded by the Centre.

The AAP government countered by accusing the BJP of engaging in unproductive political maneuvers, particularly during a time when India is set to host the G20 Summit. The AAP emphasized that the funds allocated by the Central government were only utilized for NDMC and NHAI roads, while all other expenses on PWD and MCD roads were borne by the respective Delhi government bodies.

Critiquing the BJP’s focus on political gamesmanship, the AAP expressed that such tactics do not serve the nation’s interests, especially when India is poised to lead during the G20 Summit. The emphasis should be on national progress, not political wrangling, according to the AAP’s perspective.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Order of Honour by the President of Greece, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, on Friday, August 25, 2023.

The Grand Cross of the Order of Honour is the second-highest civilian honour in Greece. The Order of Honour was established in 1975. The head of goddess Athena is depicted on the front side of the Star with the inscription “ONLY THE RIGHTEOUS SHOULD BE HONOURED”. It is awarded to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the country or to humanity.

Modi was awarded the honour for his “outstanding contribution to the promotion of bilateral relations between India and Greece.” He is the first foreign Head of Government to receive this honour.

Modi received the award at a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Athens. He was accompanied by his wife, Jashodaben.

In his acceptance speech, Modi said that he was “deeply honoured” to receive the award. He said that the award was a recognition of the “strong and close ties” between India and Greece.

Modi also said that he was committed to further strengthening the ties between the two countries. He said that India and Greece had a “shared history and culture” and that they could work together to “address the challenges of the 21st century.”

The award was a major diplomatic achievement for Modi. It is a sign of the strong ties between India and Greece and of Modi’s commitment to strengthening these ties.

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Chandrayaan-3: A Remarkable Lunar Odyssey Nearing its Historic Touchdown.
In an impressive showcase of scientific prowess and unyielding determination, India’s ambitious Chandrayaan-3 mission has embarked on an unwavering odyssey to the Moon since its triumphant lift-off on July 14. This significant venture, steered by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), carries the promise of expanding the frontiers of lunar exploration. The mission’s unwavering objective is to realize a successful gentle landing on the Moon’s surface, an achievement projected to materialize around 6:04 pm on August 23.

The voyage of Chandrayaan-3 initiated with its ascent atop the LVM3 M4 vehicle on July 14. Following this awe-inspiring departure, a series of exacting orbital maneuvers have been meticulously orchestrated, each progressively propelling the spacecraft towards its lunar target. The inaugural maneuver, executed on July 15, propelled Chandrayaan-3 into an orbit measuring 41,762 km x 173 km. Subsequent refinements took place on July 17 (41,603 km x 226 km), July 22 (71,351 km x 233 km), and July 25.

A significant milestone was achieved on August 1 when Chandrayaan-3 elegantly assumed a Trans lunar orbit encompassing 288 km x 369,328 km. This intricate celestial choreography continued as the spacecraft triumphantly attained lunar orbit insertion on August 5, establishing parameters at 164 km x 18,074 km.

The precision of the ISRO team further manifested as Chandrayaan-3’s lunar orbit underwent calibrated enhancement. By August 6, the orbit was meticulously refined to 170 km x 4,313 km. A pivotal course correction on August 9 ensured the sustenance of a lunar orbit measuring 174 km x 1,437 km.

Advancing through its journey, Chandrayaan-3 demonstrated a remarkable convergence towards the Moon’s surface. By August 14, the spacecraft’s orbit harmoniously aligned at an elevation of 150 km x 177 km, accentuating the imminent proximity of this remarkable lunar quest.

A series of calculated maneuvers unfolded, guiding Chandrayaan-3 to a crucial juncture. The culmination arrived as the mission flawlessly achieved a circular lunar orbit measuring 163 km x 153 km.

With excitement intensifying, the culmination of intricate planning and innovative ingenuity became increasingly apparent. On August 17, a significant detachment occurred, as the landing module housing the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover elegantly separated from its propulsion unit. This marked a pivotal stride towards the highly anticipated gentle landing.

As the mission approached its zenith, Chandrayaan-3 adeptly executed strategic deboosting operations, progressively shrinking its orbital scope. By August 20, the spacecraft’s orbit encompassed both zenith and nadir points, measuring 134 km x 25 km respectively.

In an eagerly awaited crescendo set to captivate global attention, Chandrayaan-3’s lunar touchdown is poised to initiate on August 23 at 5:47 pm IST. The culmination of meticulous planning and technological virtuosity will culminate with the highly anticipated soft landing at 6:04 PM IST. This monumental accomplishment, a testament to India’s unswerving commitment to space exploration, stands as a stepping stone to new revelations and advances humanity’s pursuit of celestial enlightenment.

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Srettha Thavisin was elected Thailand’s new prime minister on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, hours after Thaksin Shinawatra, the former prime minister who is his party’s figurehead, returned from self-imposed exile.

Thavisin, a real estate mogul, won the backing of both the upper and lower houses of parliament, becoming the country’s 30th prime minister. He is the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, which won the most seats in the May elections but was unable to form a government on its own.

Thaksin’s return to Thailand is a major political event. He was ousted in a military coup in 2006 and has been living in self-imposed exile since then. He is still wanted by the Thai authorities on corruption charges, but he has denied any wrongdoing.

Thaksin’s return is likely to further polarize Thai politics. He is a popular figure among many Thais, but he is also deeply unpopular among the country’s elite and military. His return could lead to further protests and instability in Thailand.

It remains to be seen how Thavisin will govern Thailand. He has promised to unite the country and to address the country’s economic problems. However, he will face a number of challenges, including the ongoing political instability and the country’s economic slowdown.

The election of Srettha Thavisin and the return of Thaksin Shinawatra are major political developments in Thailand. It remains to be seen how these events will unfold and what their impact will be on the country.

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In 2001, Jim O’Neill, then head of global economics research at Goldman Sachs, introduced the term “BRICs” in a paper highlighting the potential economic growth of Brazil, Russia, India, and China. Initially regarded as a marketing strategy, this concept evolved into a powerful political bloc known as BRICS after South Africa’s inclusion in 2010. As the 15th annual BRICS summit approaches in Johannesburg, South Africa, the group’s significance is being revaluated, with developing nations eager to join its ranks.

Central to this shift is the New Development Bank (NDB), established in 2014 with a $10 billion initial investment from each member country. Headquartered in Shanghai, the NDB has attracted attention as a credible alternative to Western-dominated multilateral financial institutions, addressing unease within the developing world. Smaller stakes from countries like Bangladesh, the UAE, Uruguay, and Egypt further underline its appeal.

The rise of BRICS has raised concerns in Western circles, evident in speculative reports about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attendance at the summit. The Western media’s coverage of a potential India-China standoff during the summit underscores the growing clout of BRICS. Despite these uncertainties, BRICS members maintain their unity, with China and India dismissing rumours of discord over expansion.

This gathering momentum is fuelled by more countries expressing interest in joining BRICS, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Algeria, and Argentina. Discontent with the IMF’s regulatory approach has pushed the developing world towards this alternative platform. BRICS aims to offer a counterbalance to Western influence, with China and Russia advocating for a more independent global financial system and currency.

As BRICS expands its presence and influence, nations like India, South Africa, and Brazil are grappling with balancing their agendas within the group. With over 30% of global GDP among its members, BRICS countries seek to challenge the limited influence they hold in institutions like the IMF. Amid the ongoing reform versus replacement debate, India’s focus is on making BRICS a catalyst for a more equitable and reformed multilateralism.

In summary, BRICS has transformed from an economic concept into a geopolitical force that challenges Western dominance. The group’s New Development Bank provides a viable alternative to traditional financial institutions, attracting interest from a growing number of developing nations. BRICS’ collective influence and push for an alternative global financial order are reshaping the international landscape, sparking a re-evaluation of power dynamics on the global stage.

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Amrit Udyan reopens for the general public from Today (august 16). People can visit the iconic place for one month till September 17 except on Mondays. Amrit Udyan located within the Rashtrapati Bhavan, is one of the most famous parks and gardens in Delhi.

People can visit the gardens from 10 am to 5 pm (last entry at 4 pm). Entrance is from gate no. 35 of Rashtrapati Bhavan, near North Avenue. Entry to Amrit Udyan is free of cost. Bookings can be made online on the Rashtrapati Bhavan website.

This is the first time that the iconic gardens at Rashtrapati Bhavan will open for the second time in a year. The Udyan Utsav-II aims to showcase the blossom of summer annuals to visitors. This year, Amrit Udyan was opened from January 29 to March 31.

In January this year it was renamed from Mughal Garden to Amrit Udyan keeping in line with the government’s theme of ‘Amrit Mahotsav’ marking India’s 75 years of independence.

The Mughal garden was designed by Sir Edwin Lutynes who designed Delhi for British Raj. It occupies an area of 13 acres and sports a blend of the formal Mughal style with the design of a British Garden.

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The Monsoon Session, 2023 of Parliament which commenced on 20th of July, 2023 has been adjourned sine die today the 11th of August, 2023. The Session provided 17 sittings spread over a period of 23 days.

During the Session 20 Bills were introduced in Lok Sabha and 5 Bills were introduced in Rajya Sabha. 22 Bills were passed by Lok Sabha and 25 Bills were passed by Rajya Sabha. One Bill each was withdrawn with the leave of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha respectively. Total number of Bills passed by both Houses of Parliament during the Session is 23.

Lists of Bills introduced in Lok Sabha, Bills passed by Lok Sabha, Bills passed by Rajya Sabha and Bills passed by both the Houses are attached in Annex.

A Bill replacing the Ordinance, namely, The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023 which was promulgated by the President before Monsoon Session, was considered and passed by the Houses with a view to give effect to the intent and purpose behind the provisions of article 239AA of the Constitution, by a permanent authority, headed by the Chief Minister of Delhi along with the Chief Secretary, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi and the Principal Secretary, Home, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, is being constituted to make recommendations to the Lieutenant Governor regarding matters concerning transfer postings, vigilance and other matters.

Some of the major Bills passed by both Houses during the Session are as under:

  • The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks to make the process of sanctioning of films for exhibition more effective and in tune with the changed times by including enabling provisions in the Act to check film piracy, introduce age-based categories of certification and remove redundant provisions in the existing Act.
  • The Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Third Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks for inclusion of Hattee community of Trans Giri area of Sirmour district in the list of Scheduled Tribes in Himachal Pradesh. 
  • The Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Fifth Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks for inclusion of Bhuinya, Bhuiyan, and Bhuyan communities as synonyms of the Bharia Bhumia community.  It also includes three Devanagari versions of the name of the Pando community in Chhattisgarh.
  • The Multi-State Cooperative Societies (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks (i) to strengthen governance, enhancing transparency, increasing accountability reforming electoral process etc.in the Multi-State Cooperative Societies by supplementing existing legislation and incorporating the provisions of Ninety Seventh Constitutional Amendment. (ii) to improve monitoring mechanism and ensuring Ease of Doing Business for Multi-State Cooperative Societies.
  • The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks to (i) reduce the pressure on wild medicinal plants by encouraging cultivation of medicinal plants; (ii) encourage Indian system of medicine; (iii) facilitate fast-tracking of research, patent application process, transfer of research results while utilising the biological resources available in India without compromising the objectives of United Nation Convention on Biological Diversity and its Nagoya Protocol; (iv) decriminalise certain provisions; (v) bring more foreign investments in the chain of biological resources, including research, patent and commercial utilisation, without compromising the national interest.
  • The Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2023 seeks to Amend the Mines and Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 for introducing Exploration Licence & to delist some minerals from the list of atomic minerals.
  • The Offshore Areas Mineral (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2023 seeks to provide for grant of production lease to private sector only through auction by competitive bidding to enable early allocation of operating rights through a transparent and non-discretionary process. Also to adopt other features of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, such as, establishment of trusts for mining affected persons and encouraging exploration, removing process of discretionary renewals and providing uniform lease period of fifty years, introduction of composite licence, providing for area limits, easy transfer of composite licence or production lease, etc.
  • The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 intends to amend the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 by inter-alia clarifying the applicability of the Act in various types of lands and to streamline the process of approvals under the Act.
  • The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2023 Besides decriminalisation of minor offences, the Bill envisages rationalisation of monetary penalties, depending on the gravity of offence, bolstering the trust-based governance. Yet another novelty involved in the proposal is increase of ten per cent. of the minimum amount of fine and penalty levied, after the expiry of every three years, once the Bill becomes a law
  • The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks to accommodate progressive changes in the society during the last five decades, making registration process people friendly and to update other databases at national and state level using database of registered births and deaths.
  • The Mediation Bill, 2023 seeks to promote and facilitate mediation, especially institutional mediation, for resolution of disputes, commercial or otherwise, enforce mediated settlement agreements, provide for a body for registration of mediators, to encourage community mediation and to make online mediation as acceptable and cost effective process and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
  • The Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Bill, 2023 seeks to empower the Commander – in – Chief or the Officer -in- Command of Inter-Services Organisations in respect of persons subject to the Army Act, 1950, the Navy Act, 1957 and the Air Force Act, 1950, who are serving under or attached to his Command, for maintenance of discipline and proper discharge of their duties.
  • The Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks to provide for (i) alignment of IIM Act with Acts governing the IITs and other Institutes of National Importance. (ii) inclusion of NITIE, Mumbai in the schedule of the IIM Act, 2017 and renaming NITIE, Mumbai as IIM Mumbai.
  • The National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 seeks to regulate the profession of dentistry in the country, to provide for quality and affordable; dental education, to make accessible high quality oral healthcare and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
  • The National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill, 2023 seeks to provide for regulation and maintenance of standards of education and services by nursing and midwifery professionals, assessment of institutions, maintenance of a National Register and State Registers and creation of a system to improve access, research and development and adoption of latest scientific advancement and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
  • The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks Inclusion of Mahra, Mahara community as a synonyms of Mahar, Mehra, Mehar at Sl. No. 33 in the list of Scheduled Castes of Chhattisgarh.
  • The Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill, 2023 To establish the Anusandhan National Research Foundation to provide high level strategic direction for research, innovation and entrepreneurship in the fields of natural sciences including mathematical sciences, engineering and technology, environmental and earth sciences, health and agriculture, and scientific and technological interfaces of humanities and social sciences, to promote, monitor and provide support as required for such research and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
  • The Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 seeks to provide for the processing of digital personal data in a manner that recognizes both the right of individuals to protect their personal data and the need to process personal data for lawful purposes, and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
  • The Coastal Aquaculture Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks : (a) to revise the provisions of the Act so as to reduce the regulatory compliance burden to the stakeholders without diluting the core principles of environment protection in coastal areas; (b) to decriminalize the offence(s) under the Act; (c) to expand the scope of the Act to bring all coastal aquaculture activities under its ambit; and (d) to remove difficulties and regulatory gaps in the Act for effective implementation, and to facilitate ease of doing business.)
  • The Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023 seeks to provide that any person whose name has been entered in the register of pharmacist maintained under the Jammu and Kashmir Pharmacy Act, 2011 or possesses qualification (medical assistant/pharmacist) prescribes under the said act shall be deem to have been entered in the register of pharmacist prepared and maintained under chapter IV of the said act subject to condition that an application to be made in this behalf with in a period of one year from the commencement of the Pharmacy (Amendment) Act, 2023 on payment of such fees, in such a manner, as may be prescribed by the Government of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and administration of Union Territory of Ladakh.

No-confidence motion in the Council of Ministers moved by Shri Gaurav Gogoi was discussed for approx. 20 hours. 60 Members including Ministers participated in the discussion, which was replied to by Hon’ble Prime Minister. The Motion was negatived by the House via voice vote.

The productivity of Lok Sabha was approximately 45% and that of Rajya Sabha was approximately 63%.

(News Source from www.pib.gov.in)

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Parliament Monsoon Session Updates: The actions in the Lok Sabha was suspended Sine Die today. Union Home Minister Amit Shah proposed tabled Bills to Amend IPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act and proposed the removal of the Sedition Law in the House today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Thursday defeated the no- confidence motion brought by the opposition in the Lok Sabha. PM Modi addressed the Lower House of the Parliament yesterday and assured that peace will be restored in Manipur soon. The proceedings in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha are set to convene at 1100 am today.

Parliament Monsoon Session Updates: The proceedings in the Lok Sabha was suspended Sine Die today. Union Home Minister Amit Shah proposed tabled Bills to Amend IPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act and suggested the removal of the Sedition Law in the House today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government on Thursday defeated the no- confidence motion brought by the opposition in the Lok Sabha. PM Modi addressed the Lower House of the Parliament yesterday and assured that peace will be restored in Manipur soon. The proceedings in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha are set to convene at 1100 am today.

The prime minister also expressed gratitude to people for showing faith in his government and said that the BJP- led NDA will return to power with a record majority in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

“In 2028, when you bring another no- confidence motion, India will be among the first three big economies of the world this is Modi’s surety. Please prepare better for the next motion,” the prime minister said, imitating the opposition in his reply to the no- confidence motion.

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During the meeting, the 12th volume of the report of the Committee of Parliament on Official Language was approved, which will be presented to the President. The meeting focused on the importance of promoting and strengthening Indian languages and the official language. In his address, Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the significance of respecting heritage and erasing the signs of slavery as part of the “Panch Pran” (five vital elements) outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He highlighted the need for all Indian languages and the official language to demonstrate their strength for the complete implementation of these elements. Shah emphasized that respecting heritage is incomplete without respecting language and that acceptance of the official language can only be achieved by giving due respect to local languages. He emphasized that promoting all Indian languages, including Hindi, is essential for empowering the nation and that there should be no competition between Hindi and local languages.

Shah mentioned that Prime Minister Modi has taken the initiative to introduce engineering and medical courses in 10 languages, and these courses will soon be available in all Indian languages. He emphasized that this moment will mark the rise of local and official languages. Shah also highlighted the importance of promoting Indian languages on a global platform, noting that Prime Minister Modi proudly presents Hindi and other Indian languages in his speeches. He commended the efforts to connect different languages and create momentum for the language movement. Shah emphasized that acceptance of the official language should come from goodwill, inspiration, and encouragement rather than just through laws and circulars. He praised the resilience of Indian languages and their dictionaries, which have remained intact even after the period of slavery. Shah acknowledged that languages have played a crucial role in uniting the country.

The meeting also approved the 12th volume of the report, which focuses on the theme of “Simplification.” Shah expressed gratitude to all the members of the Committee of Parliament on Official Language and expressed confidence that the committee will continue to work towards the promotion and dissemination of the official language in the future. The meeting was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Official Language Shri Bhartruhari Mahtab, Union Ministers of State for Home Affairs Shri Ajay Kumar Mishra and Shri Nishith Pramanik, and other committee members

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