Parliament Session HIGHLIGHTS: 'Congress model is a mixture of lies and cheating,' says PM Modi in Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha adjourned till 11 am on February 7 

Image of Hindus was tarnished due to wrong polices of Congress as slow GDP growth was termed as 'Hindu rate of growth', said PM Modi.

Amount of work done during our tenure to empower poor has never been done before, PM Modi tells Rajya Sabha.

Journey from being developing to developed nation passes through infrastructure, we have emphasised on infra development, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

India had to wait for years to get new technologies and lagged behind other countries, said PM Modi in his address to Rajya Sabha.

Licence permit raj followed by Congress regime hurt India's progress, bribery was rampant, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

Speaking on motion of thanks debate on President's address, PM Modi said, "Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla railway line of Jammu and Kashmir was approved in 1994.  After three decades, we finally completed it in 2025."

In Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said, " The Target Olympic Podium Scheme and Khelo India initiative introduced by us have transformed the Indian sports ecosystem. Our athletes have shown this at several global events. Women athletes have also proven their mettle on the global stage."

The middle class is supporting the government and it will power India's economic growth, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha.

My govt is standing firm, committed towards neo-middle class; we want to enhance their capabilities, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha.

Word 'Constitution' does not suit Congress as it handcuffed, chained leaders like George Fernandes during the Emergency, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

Speaking in Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said, "Today, we are moving forward by respecting and taking inspiration from the makers of our Constitution. Some people must be thinking of what this UCC is. Those who will read about the Constitution debate will get to know the truth."

"The amount of hearing that should have been given to the disabled, never happened. When we talk about 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas', Divyang are included in it, and so, we expanded the base of reservation for them. To ensure facilities for them, we worked in mission mode. We didn't just prepare scheme for their wellbeing, but implemented them too," said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

Nehru's 'stop-gap' govt amended the constitution to curb freedom of speech, and did not even wait for elections, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

Speaking in Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said, "Our government, inspired by the mantra of 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas', gave 10% reservation to the poor of the general category."

The welfare of poor and deprived is our priority. Modi worships those ignored by others, said the Prime Minister in Rajya Sabha.

We are realising the dreams of Babasaheb Ambedkar through PM Mudra Scheme, says Prime Minister Modi.

Our government focused on skill development, financial inclusion, and industrialisation, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha.

 "When the public send you here for a third time, when there is such vibrant media and democracy... despite that when the country gives us the opportunity to serve them for third time... the reason is the country has reviewed, understood and accepted our model of development," said PM Modi. 

"It is well documented how much anger and hatred Congress had towards Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar. They never considered Baba Saheb worthy of the Bharat Ratna award. But today due to compulsions they are having to raise the slogan of 'Jai Bheem'...", said PM Modi.

PM Modi in Rajya Sabha said, Congress had hatred, anger towards B R Ambedkar; made all efforts to defeat him twice in Lok Sabha polls.

The first decision taken in the new Parliament building was to honour women's empowerment, says PM Modi.

PM Modi said, " Today, attempts are being made to spread caste poison in the society...For many years, OBC MPs from all parties had been demanding constitutional status for the OBC Panel. But their demand was rejected, as it might not have suited their (Congress) politics. But we gave constitutional status to this panel."

PM Modi in Rajya Sabha said that his government strengthened SC, ST laws to ensure protection of rights of Dalits and oppressed. "In the last decade, we have implemented 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas' at every step, and today we are experiencing it seeing the changes in the country. 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas' has the basic principle of our governance. Our government strengthened the SC/ST Act and showed its commitment towards respect and security of Dailt and Adivasi communities," said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

PM Modi said, "After 2014,  India got an alternate model of governance. This model is not focused on appeasement, but on satisfaction."

Our attempt is to ensure optimal utilisation of resources for welfare of people, said PM Modi in Rajya Sabha. 

PM Modi said, "The people of the nation have tested, understood and supported our model of development. Our model of development is 'nation first'..."

"Congress prepared such a model of politics in which there was a blend of lies, fraud, corruption, nepotism and appeasement. Where there is a blend of all these things, there can be no 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas'. The supreme in Congress' model is 'family first', and that is why their policies, their tone has been involved in managing that...." said PM Modi. 

Governance model of BJP-led NDA is not appeasement, but 'santushtikaran' (satisfaction of all), said Prime Minister Modi.

PM Modi  in Rajya Sabha said, "Family first is on the top in Congress's model..."

Speaking in Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said, "A lot has been said here on 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas'. I fail to understand, what's the problem this. 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas' is our responsibility, and it is for this that the country has given us the opportunity to sit here. But as far as Congress is concerned, I believe expecting 'Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas' from them would be a big mistake." 

Replying to the Motion of Thanks debate in Rajya Sabha, PM Modi said, "MPs from both the ruling side and the Opposition sides expressed their views here on the President's speech the way they interpreted it.."

"The President, in her speech, had a detailed discussion about India's achievements, world's expectations from India, about the self-confidence of India's common man and resolve of Viksit Bharat..." said PM Modi as he replies to the discussion in Rajya Sabha on the Motion of Thanks on the President’s Address.  

Replying to Motion of Thanks debate in Rajya Sabha, PM Modi says, "The President's speech was inspirational, effective and also showed the way forward to us all."

PM Modi is replying to the to the Motion of Thanks on President Droupadi Murmu's address in Rajya Sabha.

Lok Sabha adjourned for day following uproar over deportation of Indian nationals from US.

MPs from Left parties protest outside Parliament's entry gate against the treatment meted out by the US to illegal Indian immigrants, who were deported yesterday.

"We know that 104 people came back yesterday. We are the ones who verified their nationality. Let us not make out as though this is a new issue. This is an issue which has been happening earlier," said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians amid protests.

Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha after expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s statement on examinations. 

"Honourable members are aware that people to people exchanges constitute the bedrock of our deepening ties with the United States. Indeed, more than any other relationship, mobility and migration have had a key role to play its quality. Sir, the House would also share the view of the government that it is in our collective interest to encourage legal mobility and discourage illegal movement," External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians..

"It is in our collective interest to encourage legal mobility and discourage illegal movement. More than any other relationship, mobility and migration have had a key role to play in enhancing its quality," said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians.

"The deportation by the US is organised and executed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) authority. The SOP of deportation by aircraft used by ICE which is effective from 2012 provides for the use of restraint. We have been informed by ICE that women and children are not restrained," said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians amid protests.

"It is the obligation of all countries to take back their nationals if they are found to be living illegally abroad," said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians amid protests.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar began his reply in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians issue amid protests.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will speak in the Rajya Sabha over the deportation of Indians amid protests shortly.

On deportation of alleged illegal Indian immigrants from the US, CPI-M MP John Brittas said, "Yesterday we had deliberations discussions about this grave crisis looming over India. It is condemnable and grossly unfortunate that basic dignity was not shown to Indians who were deported... The Indian government should have impressed upon the Trump administration to show basic courtesy and we should have arranged for their transportation from US to India... Even small countries are protesting against it, but Indian government has not responded yet... PM Narendra Modi considers Trump his close friend, but what is he (latter) doing?"

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said, "A lot has been said, Modi Ji and Trump Ji are friends, then why did Modi Ji let this happen? Could we not have sent our plane, is this how humans are treated? Not just the Foreign Minister, but PM Modi should also answer this, is this a way?"

On the deportation of alleged illegal Indian immigrants from the US, AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang said, "This is very unfortunate. The manner in which they were handcuffed and deported, as if they were hardcore criminals is very unfortunate. This is very sad and we condemn this. We sought a reply from the Govt of India in the Parliament. Most important of all, immigration is prevalent across the world. This is nothing new. People go from one country to another in search of a job. But sending them away like criminals and torturing them has affected the image of the country. People who could be seen in the video are facing embarrassment."

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will make a statement in the Lok Sabha Sabha at 3 pm today over the issue of deportation of alleged illegal Indian immigrants from the US.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will make a statement in the Rajya Sabha at 2 pm today over the issue of deportation of alleged illegal Indian immigrants from the US.

The Congress MPs staged protests at the Makar Dwar of the Parliament on treatment meted out to Indians deported from the US.

Lok Sabha has been adjourned till 2 pm amid ruckus following Opposition MPs' demand to discuss the issue of deportation of Indian nationals who were allegedly illegally living in the US.

Congress MP KC Venugopal said, "It’s sad and unfortunate. I don’t know why the diplomatic relationship between the US and India is not helping to avoid these types of unfortunate scenes. Anyway, we have an adjournment motion today in the Parliament."

On Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav's reported statement against Congress, Rajya Sabha MP Dinesh Sharma said, "They were never united. The alliance was not based on values, but it was only an opportunistic alliance."

The proceedings of the Lok Sabha were adjourned till 12 noon amid the ruckus following Opposition MPs' demand to discuss the issue of deportation of Indian nationals who were allegedly illegally living in the US.

Minister Ram Manohar Naidu replied to the questions asked by member during Question Hour in Lok Sabha regarding the use of drones for the Spraying of fertilizers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to speak around 4 pm in Rajya Sabha on Thursday to participate in the discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address.

The proceedings of the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha began on Thursday.

Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury gave Suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under Rule 267 to discuss the deportation of Indian nationals who were allegedly illegally living in the US. "The entire exercise of reportedly deporting 20,407 Indian immigrants could have coordinated better with the Indian authorities and in a humane manner. I request that the Government of India use diplomatic channels to ensure that," reads the Motion.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh gave Suspension of Business Notice in Rajya Sabha under Rule 267 to discuss the deportation of Indian nationals who were allegedly illegally living in the US.

Congress MP KC Venugopal gave an Adjournment motion notice in Lok Sabha to discuss "ongoing abrupt deportations of Illegal Indian immigrants by US Government, "The government must clarify its stance on this issue and outline the diplomatic measures being undertaken to engage with US authorities and ensure the dignified treatment of deported individuals"

Deputy Leader of Congress in Lok Sabha, Gaurav Gogoi moved an adjournment motion in Lok Sabha to discuss the deportations of over 100 Indian nationals by the United States government "carried out under conditions that are deeply distressing and humiliating." "This House must urgently address the issue to prevent further dehumanisation of our people and to uphold the dignity of every Indian, both at home and abroad," the Motion reads.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reply in Rajya Sabha on Thursday to the discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address.