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Parliament passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, making judicial magistrate approval mandatory for registrations delayed beyond two years. The government said the move will strengthen records, prevent misuse of voter rolls and improve registration compliance nationwide

The Lok Sabha was adjourned after passing the Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2026 by voice vote amid Opposition protests. Members also disrupted proceedings over student protest action and other issues, while the government introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026

The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, increasing the apex court's strength from 34 to 38 judges, without debate amid Opposition protests over the NEET paper leak and alleged Ram temple donation theft

The government introduced the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, in the Lok Sabha to replace the 1891 law, recognising digital and virtual banking records as admissible evidence, expanding the definition of bankers' books, and modernising the legal framework for technology-driven banking

The Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026 by voice vote amid Opposition protests and without debate. The bill mandates judicial magistrate approval for registrations delayed beyond two years and now awaits consideration in the Rajya Sabha

BJP MP Anurag Thakur accused Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra of making fabricated allegations in Parliament, violating House rules. He sought action against Rahul through a privilege notice, alleging defamatory remarks against Amit Shah and attacks on constitutional institutions, armed forces and police

The Lok Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, without debate as Opposition protests disrupted proceedings. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticised the Opposition for not participating, while members continued demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's presence

The Lok Sabha was adjourned till noon after Opposition members disrupted proceedings over alleged police excesses during anti-NEET paper leak protests. Speaker Om Birla appealed for order, urged members not to disrupt Question Hour and reiterated parliamentary rules on conduct inside the House.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the amended anti-paper leak law will serve as the strongest deterrent against crimes undermining public examinations. He said the legislation safeguards students' futures through stringent punishments for paper leaks and organised examination-related offences

BJP MP Anurag Thakur submitted a privilege and contempt notice against Rahul Gandhi, alleging use of unparliamentary language and unsubstantiated allegations against Home Minister Amit Shah. He sought a Privileges Committee inquiry and an unconditional apology from the Congress leader

The Centre informed the Lok Sabha that no proposal from the Tamil Nadu government seeking financial assistance for the Cauvery-Vaigai-Gundar River Link Project is under consideration. It said the project's DPR was completed in 2020 by the National Water Development Agency

Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, making insults to Vande Mataram a punishable offence. The government said it grants the national song protection equal to the national anthem, while the Opposition criticised the move

Rahul Gandhi accused the RSS of controlling India's education system and influencing educational institutions, alleging that students were being discouraged from independent thinking. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, he claimed the organisation wanted young people to become "Andhabhakts" instead of critical thinkers

The Lok Sabha has passed the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026. The legislation establishes special fast-track courts, a two-month investigation deadline, and penalties including up to 10 years imprisonment and Rs10 crore fines for organised paper leaks

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal accused Rahul Gandhi of making false allegations in the Lok Sabha over police action against student protesters. He denied claims of firing, demanded an apology from the Congress leader and defended the government's handling of the education system

The Lok Sabha passed the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing tougher penalties for paper leaks and examination fraud. The Bill provides for fast-track courts, stricter punishments, asset confiscation and quicker disposal of examination-related offences

Rahul Gandhi alleged in the Lok Sabha that Home Minister Amit Shah authorised police excesses against student protesters, triggering repeated adjournments. He also criticised the BJP and RSS, linked student protests to concerns over education, and defended the youth's role in raising public issues

Opposition MPs disrupted Lok Sabha proceedings, demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's statement on police action against student protesters. Persistent protests over the NEET paper leak issue forced adjournment, delaying legislative business despite the government's introduction of a stricter anti-paper leak amendment bill

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Education Minister Pralhad Joshi of defending rapists and criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for appointing him. Priyanka Gandhi echoed the attack in Lok Sabha, while the BJP demanded proof. Congress cited Joshi's past remarks on the Bilkis Bano convicts' release

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi criticised the government during the Lok Sabha debate on the Public Examinations Amendment Bill, raising concerns over student protests, paper leaks, unemployment and education reforms. She urged accountability and called for measures to rebuild youth trust