The Monsoon Session of Parliament opens with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla requesting cooperation from all parties for smooth proceedings. He urges constructive discussions to address the INDIA bloc’s key issues, including the Pahalgam attack, Trump’s India-Pakistan ceasefire claims and Bihar’s electoral roll revisions. INDIA bloc leaders convene an online meeting to strategize ahead of the session. They aim to hold the government accountable on matters affecting citizens.
INDIA bloc leaders call for a debate on the Pahalgam attack, Trump’s Operation Sindoor claims and allegations of electoral manipulation in Bihar. They also demand the Prime Minister’s presence to respond to their concerns.
Parliament passes the Bills of Lading Bill, 2025 to modernise shipping documentation by aligning with global standards. The legislation, introduced by Sarbananda Sonowal, will replace the 169-year-old Indian Bills of Lading Act. It will enable digital documentation, simplifying and streamlining processes.
A new ‘Health Menu’ will offer lawmakers, staff, and visitors healthy options for meals. The menu includes millet-based foods and fiber-rich salads to boost health and wellbeing. This is a move driven by INDIA Block leader Kiren Rijiju to support the government’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental preservation.
The Home Secretary and Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP will appear before select committees. The Hereditary Peers Bill will return to the Lords for its Report Stage, while peers will scrutinise bills on renters’ rights and children’s well-being.