Monsoon Session of Parliament: Both Houses adjourned till noon amid noisy protests by opposition

Lok Sabha witnessed noisy protests by opposition parties seeking a discussion on Operation Sindoor on the first day of the Monsoon Session on Monday, leading to adjournment of the proceedings till noon.

After obituary reference, Opposition members led by the Congress were on their feet, staging strong protests demanding a discussion on Operation Sindoor, under which the Indian armed forces carried out attacks on Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.

Speaker Om Birla said he was ready to allow the members to raise all issues, including Operation Sindoor, after the Question Hour. However, opposition members continued their protests, forcing the Speaker to adjourn the House till noon after about 20 minutes of business.

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Dhankhar says he will ensure full-fledged discussion on Operation Sindoor in Rajya Sabha

July 21, 2025 11:58 am

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said he will ensure a full-fledged discussion on Operation Sindoor in the House. Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge raised the Pahalgam terror attack in the House, terming the US President's claim of mediation between India and Pakistan “humiliating”. Leader of House JP Nadda, while countering Kharge, said the government is ready to discuss Operation Sindoor in Parliament and put forth all related details before the nation.

Rajya Sabha adjourned till noon

July 21, 2025 11:52 am

Rajya Sabha was adjourned amid opposition demand to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack and India's response through Operation Sindoor. The session will resume at noon.

Lok Sabha adjourned till noon

July 21, 2025 11:29 am

Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon amid noisy protests by opposition over various issues and demand for a discussion on Operation Sindoor.

A very proud Monsoon Session for nation, says PM

July 21, 2025 11:06 am

This is a very proud Monsoon Session for the nation, said PM Narendra Modi, citing India setting foot on International Space Station, and its valour in Operation Sindoor.

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