The United Nations Security Council on Monday demanded a ceasefire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramzan, its first demand to halt fighting. The United States abstained on the resolution, which also demanded the release of all hostages taken captive during Hamas’ Oct. 7 surprise attack in southern Israel. But the… Continue reading UN Security Council passes resolution demanding immediate ceasefire in Gaza | External Affairs Defence Security News
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Newsom’s Proposition 1 passes in California’s primary election
The close contest over Gov. Gavin Newsom’s $6.4-billion bond measure to transform California’s mental health system finally ended Wednesday, more than two weeks after the primary election. Though election officials have until April 12 to certify the results, Proposition 1 led with 50.2% of the vote when the race was called with more than 7.5… Continue reading Newsom’s Proposition 1 passes in California’s primary election
Lok Sabha passes bill to provide legal framework to reduce court burden
The Lok Sabha on Monday passed a bill that seeks to provide legal framework to mediation and reduce burden on courts. Introducing the Mediation Bill, 2021, in the Lower House, Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said it provides “legal backbone” to mediation. The Rajya Sabha has already passed the bill on August… Continue reading Lok Sabha passes bill to provide legal framework to reduce court burden
Parliament passes Delhi services Bill with 131 votes in favour in RS
On August 4, the bill was passed in the Lok Sabha by a voice vote. New Delhi, Aug 7 (PTI) Parliament on Monday passed a contentious bill that gives the central government control over bureaucrats in the Delhi government with the Rajya Sabha approving it with 131 votes in favour and 102 against. … Continue reading Parliament passes Delhi services Bill with 131 votes in favour in RS
Rajya Sabha passes Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill
Parliament on Monday approved a bill that allows the use of a birth certificate as a single document for admission to an educational institution, issuance of a driving licence, preparation of voter list, Aadhaar number, registration of marriage or appointment to a government job. The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023,… Continue reading Rajya Sabha passes Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill
Kejriwal after Parl passes services Bill
Why is prime minister interfering in Delhi, says CM Arvind Kejriwal after Rajya Sabha passes Delhi services bill. They (BJP) cannot compete with Kejriwal, AAP with their work; their only motive is to stop me: Delhi CM after RS passes Delhi services bill. People of Delhi will not give single seat to BJP in 2024… Continue reading Kejriwal after Parl passes services Bill
LS passes amendment to decriminalise offences in coastal aquaculture biz
The Lok Sabha on Monday passed an amendment bill to decriminalise the offences committed in carrying out the coastal aquaculture activities and ensure ease of doing business. Union Minister Parshottam K Rupala said that the fishermen community of the country will welcome the bill. He said that through this, “we can send… Continue reading LS passes amendment to decriminalise offences in coastal aquaculture biz
Lok Sabha passes Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill for research
The Lok Sabha on Monday passed the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill to set up a national agency to fund research across universities in the country. Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh had introduced the Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill-2023 on Friday in the Lower House. The bill seeks to set up… Continue reading Lok Sabha passes Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill for research
Lok Sabha passes Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 by voice vote
The Lok Sabha on Monday cleared the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill by a voice vote amid slogan shouting by opposition members over the Manipur issue. Some amendments moved by opposition members were defeated by a voice vote. Moving the bill for consideration and passage, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said opposition… Continue reading Lok Sabha passes Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2023 by voice vote
Jharkhand assembly passes bill to boost state’s healthcare sector
The Jharkhand Health Science University Bill, 2023 was passed by the Assembly on Friday. Speaking to ANI, State Health Minister Banna Gupta said the Bill will prove to be a milestone for the state’s healthcare sector. “This Bill was needed because we want all-round development of the state. I believe that this… Continue reading Jharkhand assembly passes bill to boost state’s healthcare sector