Parliament Adjourned Amid Protests Over Amit Shah's Statement Demand
On August 10, Parliament was adjourned due to uproar from the opposition demanding a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police actions against protesters. Kiren Rijiju defended the attendance of ministers, asserting that the opposition cannot dictate who should be present. The Lok Sabha also passed the MSME Development Amendment Bill, which aims to streamline registration processes for small enterprises. Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge reiterated calls for Shah to address the house, while Rijiju refuted claims of the Home Minister's absence. Stay tuned for more updates on national politics and significant events.
| Aug 7, 2026, 13:52 IST
Parliament Suspended Due to Opposition Protests
On August 10, both houses of Parliament were adjourned until 11 AM due to uproar from the opposition demanding a statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police actions against protesters. Amid the chaos, Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan urged both ruling and opposition members to take their seats. The session was suspended for the day during the question hour.
Kiren Rijiju Defends Ministerial Attendance
In the Lok Sabha, Kiren Rijiju asserted that the opposition cannot dictate which minister should attend the house. Responding firmly in the lower house, Rijiju stated that terrorists tremble at the mention of Home Minister Amit Shah's name. He emphasized that when discussions commence, the opposition will not be able to hear him, as he remains in Parliament for extended periods. He reiterated that the relevant ministers are present in the house.
Legislation Passed in Lok Sabha
Following approval from the upper house, the Lok Sabha passed the 'Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026' today. This legislation provides for a national digital platform for free and voluntary registration of MSMEs; assists state governments in establishing additional 'Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Councils' by streamlining their formation; and decriminalizes certain violations, replacing penalties with varying levels of punishment and a warning system for first-time offenders.
Opposition Leader Reiterates Demand for Amit Shah's Statement
In the upper house, opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge reiterated his demand for a statement from Minister Amit Shah, claiming that Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan had instructed Shah to address the house. However, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju refuted this claim. The Congress leader stated that the Chairman had requested the Home Minister to come and make a statement, but members of the ruling party were disrespecting this request and undermining the house. Rijiju objected, asserting that the opposition cannot determine which minister should attend Parliament. He claimed that Home Minister Shah visits the Parliament premises daily despite allegations of his absence.
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