A bill that seeks to allow the private sector to mine six out of 12 atomic minerals, including lithium, and deep-seated minerals such as gold and silver was passed by Parliament on Wednesday.
The government on Monday agreed to a discussion on the Manipur issue in the Rajya Sabha at 2 pm but the opposition insisted on a debate only under Rule 267 of the House.
Owaisi submitted a notice to Lok Sabha General Secretary, opposing the bill's introduction, citing that "it infringes upon the principle of federalism, a fundamental aspect of the Constitution's basic structure."
Speaking in the Upper House, Bansal emphasized that the term 'India' was imposed by the British colonial rulers, and he advocated for reverting to the country's "true ancient name," 'Bharat,'
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday held a meeting with leaders of all Opposition parties to discuss the proceedings of the House to be held next week
Protesters raised slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to address the Parliament and clarify the current situation in Manipur to the people.