Parliament Budget Session 2026 Live: PM Modi urged state governments to monitor complaints on black-marketing and unfair usage of essential commodities. (Sansad TV Video grab)
Parliament Budget Session 2026 Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Lok Sabha that the ongoing West Asia conflict could have long-lasting global effects and called for national unity, similar to the response during COVID-19. He emphasised diplomacy and de-escalation, saying India has engaged with regional leaders and opposes attacks on civilians and infrastructure like the Strait of Hormuz. He assured that steps are being taken to minimise the impact on citizens, including securing energy supplies, strengthening national security and preventing misinformation and hoarding. Meanwhile, both Houses adjourned till Tuesday 11 am.
FM Sitharaman to move Finance Bill: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to [move the Finance Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Budget Session. The Bill seeks to implement the Centre’s financial proposals for the 2026–27 financial year. She will also move a proposal for the Bill to be passed in the House.
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Shashi Tharoor writes to Home Minister Amit Shah: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday said that he has written to Home Minister Amit Shah ahead of the discussion on the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026. He said the letter focuses on concerns raised by CAPF veterans on service and institutional issues. Tharoor added that he has urged the government to give these concerns ‘due and considered attention’ when the Bill is taken up in Parliament this week.
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