Good morning! The Parliament session commenced today with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Economic Survey in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, setting the stage for the Budget presentation tomorrow. Expect a heated session as BJP allies push for special status for their states, with the opposition likely to raise concerns about the Kanwar Yatra issue, where food stalls are required to display owners’ names along the route. Stay updated with the latest happenings in Parliament with DH!
Parliament Budget Session Dates
Schedule: July 22 – August 12
Budget presentation: July 23
Nirmala Sitharaman to table the Economic Survey in both Houses today ahead of the Budget presentation
FM Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey in the Lok Sabha first, followed by the Rajya Sabha.
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Kanwar Yatra order to echo in Parliament
The controversy surrounding eateries displaying owners’ names along the Kanwar Yatra route is set to be discussed in Parliament.
Centre to bring 6 new bills including British Raj era Aircraft Act for aviation in this session
The government plans to introduce six new bills, including reviving the pre-independence Aircraft Act, to support the aviation sector.
Published 22 July 2024, 02:47 IST