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LIVE Updates | Parliament Monsoon Session Concludes Both Houses Sine Die

🕒 Updated: August 21, 2025 17:01:57 IST
Parliament witnesses heated debates and final proceedings as Monsoon Session 2025 concludes (DD News)

The Parliament Monsoon Session 2025 concluding today, with both Houses set for their final proceedings. The session was marked by repeated disruptions over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, as Opposition leaders demanded discussions, leading to frequent adjournments.

Key discussions included Operation Sindoor, with Prime Minister Modi highlighting India’s developmental and military strengths, and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar asserting a firm stance on the Indus Waters Treaty.

A significant moment was the unexpected resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21, 2025, citing health reasons and invoking Article 67(a) of the Constitution, coinciding with the session’s first day.

Summary: LIVE Updates | Parliament Monsoon Session Concludes Amid Opposition Protests & Key Resignations

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August 21, 2025 17:01:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Parliament Monsoon Session 2025 Concludes

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session The Monsoon Session 2025 of Parliament, which began on July 21, concluded sine die on August 21. According to the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the month-long session saw the introduction of 14 Bills in the Lok Sabha. Of these, 12 were passed by the Lower House, while the Rajya Sabha passed 15 Bills. In total, both Houses together cleared 15 legislations. Despite frequent disruptions and adjournments, key Bills were debated and passed, reflecting the government’s push to advance legislative business. The conclusion marks the formal end of the Monsoon Session, with both Houses set to...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session The Monsoon Session 2025 of Parliament, which began on July 21, concluded sine die on August 21. According to the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, the month-long session saw the introduction of 14 Bills in the Lok Sabha. Of these, 12 were passed by the Lower House, while the Rajya Sabha passed 15 Bills.

In total, both Houses together cleared 15 legislations. Despite frequent disruptions and adjournments, key Bills were debated and passed, reflecting the government’s push to advance legislative business. The conclusion marks the formal end of the Monsoon Session, with both Houses set to reconvene in the Winter Session.

The Monsoon Session, 2025 of Parliament which commenced on Monday, the 21st of July, 2025 has been adjourned sine die on Thursday, the 21st of August, 2025.During the Session, 14 Bills were introduced in Lok Sabha. 12 Bills were passed by Lok Sabha and 15 Bills were passed by… pic.twitter.com/7DEnXmSQ1y

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August 21, 2025 16:53:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Satish Chandra Dubey Blames Opposition for Chaos

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union MoS for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, criticized the Opposition for stalling proceedings during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. He said the Opposition lacked genuine issues and deliberately disrupted the House to prevent meaningful debates. According to him, the government was ready to initiate and participate in discussions, but the Opposition chose to “kill time by creating chaos.” Dubey stressed that such behaviour harmed not just the functioning of Parliament but also the interests of the nation, as critical legislative business was delayed. He asserted that the country has suffered due to these...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union MoS for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, criticized the Opposition for stalling proceedings during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. He said the Opposition lacked genuine issues and deliberately disrupted the House to prevent meaningful debates. According to him, the government was ready to initiate and participate in discussions, but the Opposition chose to “kill time by creating chaos.”
Dubey stressed that such behaviour harmed not just the functioning of Parliament but also the interests of the nation, as critical legislative business was delayed. He asserted that the country has suffered due to these repeated disruptions.

#WATCH | Delhi: On the conclusion of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, Union MoS for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, says, "The opposition had no issue, and their motive was to prevent the House from functioning. The government wanted to initiate the debate and also… pic.twitter.com/0DaoRcH6Ia

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August 21, 2025 16:51:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Kiren Rijiju Slams Opposition for Disruptions

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union Minister Kiren Rijiju called the Monsoon Session “fruitful” but blamed Opposition disruptions for preventing debates and silencing new MPs. He added that the Opposition even blocked Parliament from congratulating Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on his ISS visit.

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju says, "...The Monsoon Session of Parliament was extremely fruitful for the country and the government...But many new MPs were not allowed to speak in Parliament. The opposition itself is responsible for this,… pic.twitter.com/EajZhVVqN3

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August 21, 2025 16:48:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Rijiju Slams Opposition for Obstructing Parliament

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju condemned the Opposition’s conduct during the Monsoon Session, stressing that while dissent and protest are essential in a democracy, disrupting Parliament’s functioning is undemocratic. He accused Opposition leaders of weakening the Constitution by making statements against the country, attacking the Supreme Court, and abusing the Election Commission of India. Rijiju emphasized that such actions do not strengthen democracy but erode public trust in institutions. He reiterated that the government remains open to constructive debate and discussion but will not allow Parliament’s work to be stalled under the guise...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju condemned the Opposition’s conduct during the Monsoon Session, stressing that while dissent and protest are essential in a democracy, disrupting Parliament’s functioning is undemocratic. He accused Opposition leaders of weakening the Constitution by making statements against the country, attacking the Supreme Court, and abusing the Election Commission of India. Rijiju emphasized that such actions do not strengthen democracy but erode public trust in institutions. He reiterated that the government remains open to constructive debate and discussion but will not allow Parliament’s work to be stalled under the guise of political opposition.

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, says, "...There should be opposition in a democracy. Protesting or disagreeing is a democratic way to express your views, but obstructing and stopping the government from working in Parliament is… pic.twitter.com/77zBwS0gtP

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August 21, 2025 16:08:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: BJP MP Deepak Prakash Accuses Opposition of Attacking Democracy

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session BJP MP Deepak Prakash criticized the Opposition at the close of the Monsoon Session, calling their conduct an attack on the dignity of Parliament. He said Congress, TMC, and other Opposition parties had undermined the “temple of democracy” through disruptive tactics and divisive politics. According to him, their actions not only stalled discussions but also reflected a deliberate attempt to hinder India’s progress. Prakash emphasized that citizens nationwide are witnessing this “dirty politics” and asserted that the BJP will take these issues to the people. He framed the Opposition’s behaviour as a betrayal of democratic values...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session BJP MP Deepak Prakash criticized the Opposition at the close of the Monsoon Session, calling their conduct an attack on the dignity of Parliament. He said Congress, TMC, and other Opposition parties had undermined the “temple of democracy” through disruptive tactics and divisive politics.
According to him, their actions not only stalled discussions but also reflected a deliberate attempt to hinder India’s progress. Prakash emphasized that citizens nationwide are witnessing this “dirty politics” and asserted that the BJP will take these issues to the people. He framed the Opposition’s behaviour as a betrayal of democratic values and public expectations.

#WATCH | Delhi: On the conclusion of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, BJP MP Deepak Prakash says, "It is unfortunate that the opposition is completely against democracy and has worked to strip this temple of democracy of its dignity. The people across the country are… pic.twitter.com/rtfOHV3h2O

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August 21, 2025 15:40:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Ashwini Vaishnaw Defends Online Gaming Bill, Criticizes Opposition

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw welcomed the passage of the Online Gaming Bill, 2025, highlighting its benefits for middle-class families and warning against addiction.
He criticized the Opposition for disrupting Parliament and bypassing democratic processes despite government readiness for discussion.

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "The Parliament today passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. I thank the PM for making decisions for the welfare of middle-class families. We have been reading media reports of tragedies in… pic.twitter.com/GGFv5fuChy

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August 21, 2025 15:38:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Congress Criticizes Monsoon Session as Wasteful

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Congress MP Mallu Ravi slammed the recently concluded Monsoon Session, calling it a waste of public funds. Highlighting the period from July 21 to August 21, he said the House was repeatedly convened only to be adjourned, preventing meaningful discussion. He accused the BJP government of orchestrating a preplanned agenda that stifled parliamentary debate. According to Ravi, such actions mark the beginning of a dictatorial approach in the country, undermining democratic processes. His remarks reflect the Opposition’s frustration over disruptions and limited legislative progress during the session, emphasizing the need for more transparent and participatory...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Congress MP Mallu Ravi slammed the recently concluded Monsoon Session, calling it a waste of public funds. Highlighting the period from July 21 to August 21, he said the House was repeatedly convened only to be adjourned, preventing meaningful discussion. He accused the BJP government of orchestrating a preplanned agenda that stifled parliamentary debate.
According to Ravi, such actions mark the beginning of a dictatorial approach in the country, undermining democratic processes. His remarks reflect the Opposition’s frustration over disruptions and limited legislative progress during the session, emphasizing the need for more transparent and participatory governance.

#WATCH | Delhi | On the conclusion of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, Congress MP Mallu Ravi says, "From 21st July to 21st August, it was a waste of people's money. Every day, the House was called and then adjourned. It was a preplanned program of the BJP government. They… pic.twitter.com/yFEggQB7Kd

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August 21, 2025 15:06:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Monsoon Session Disrupted Despite Efforts

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Despite attempts to ensure smooth functioning, the Rajya Sabha faced repeated disruptions during the Monsoon Session. Out of the total scheduled time, the House functioned for just 41 hours and 15 minutes, accounting for only 38.88% of the session. Members had the opportunity to raise 285 questions, but only 14 were addressed. During the session, 14 bills were either passed or sent back to the Lok Sabha. The limited progress highlights the challenges in completing legislative work amid disruptions, underscoring the need for cooperative debate and timely discussion on important national issues. #RajyaSabha की कार्यवाही सुचारू...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Despite attempts to ensure smooth functioning, the Rajya Sabha faced repeated disruptions during the Monsoon Session. Out of the total scheduled time, the House functioned for just 41 hours and 15 minutes, accounting for only 38.88% of the session.
Members had the opportunity to raise 285 questions, but only 14 were addressed. During the session, 14 bills were either passed or sent back to the Lok Sabha. The limited progress highlights the challenges in completing legislative work amid disruptions, underscoring the need for cooperative debate and timely discussion on important national issues.

#RajyaSabha की कार्यवाही सुचारू रूप से चलाने के प्रयासों के बाद भी व्यवधान होना दुखद है.

सत्र में 41 घंटे से अधिक यानि 38.88% ही काम-काज हो पाया.

सदस्यों के समक्ष 285 प्रश्न पूछने का मौका था लेकिन 14 प्रश्न ही उठाए जा सके. 14 बिल पास हुए या लोक सभा को लौटाए गए.@harivansh1956 pic.twitter.com/KmhRQKv92L

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August 21, 2025 15:02:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: BJP MP Slams Opposition for Monsoon Session

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session BJP MP Kiran Chaudhary criticized the Opposition and Congress, calling the Monsoon Session a “washout.” She said, “The entire Monsoon Session was a washout because the Opposition and the Congress did not let it run. They have no topics. We had so many bills to pass; it would have been better if they had been passed after a discussion.”  Chaudhary’s remarks reflect the ruling party’s frustration over repeated disruptions in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, which hindered legislative business, including the passage of key bills and debates on important national issues. #WATCH | Delhi | On...

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LIVE Update | Monsoon Session BJP MP Kiran Chaudhary criticized the Opposition and Congress, calling the Monsoon Session a “washout.” She said, “The entire Monsoon Session was a washout because the Opposition and the Congress did not let it run. They have no topics. We had so many bills to pass; it would have been better if they had been passed after a discussion.” 
Chaudhary’s remarks reflect the ruling party’s frustration over repeated disruptions in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, which hindered legislative business, including the passage of key bills and debates on important national issues.

#WATCH | Delhi | On the conclusion of the Monsoon session of the Parliament, BJP MP Kiran Chaudhary says, "The entire Monsoon Session was a washout because the Opposition and the Congress did not let it run. They have no topics. We had so many bills to pass, it would have been… pic.twitter.com/QoKlMwJxYc

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August 21, 2025 14:59:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha Concludes Monsoon Session Sine Die

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Rajya Sabha was adjourned sine die on Thursday, ending the Monsoon Session 2025, which functioned for only 41 hours and 15 minutes, said Deputy Chairman Harivansh. The session saw debates on constitutional amendments, the Online Gaming Bill, and disruptions over Bihar’s electoral roll revision.

राष्ट्रीय गीत 'वंदे मातरम्' की धुन के साथ संपन्न हुआ #RajyaSabha का 268वां सत्र.#MonsoonSession2025 pic.twitter.com/NyopmcdUUZ

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August 21, 2025 14:42:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha Takes 10-Minute Adjournment

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Rajya Sabha adjourned for 10 minutes soon after passing the Online Gaming Bill amid protests from the Opposition.
August 21, 2025 14:41:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Rajya Sabha Clears Online Gaming Bill Amid Opposition Protests

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session The Rajya Sabha passed the Online Gaming Bill amid protests from the Opposition. Lawmakers raised objections, accusing the government of bypassing proper discussion, while the bill aims to regulate and promote online gaming in India, signaling a major step in formalizing the sector.

#BreakingNews | The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 passed by the Rajya Sabha.@GoI_MeitY @MIB_India @AshwiniVaishnaw #OnlineGamingBill2025 #OnlineGaming pic.twitter.com/lSKwNdfa0Y

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August 21, 2025 14:40:00 IST

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session: Ruckus Erupts in Rajya Sabha Over Online Gaming Bill

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Chaos broke out in Rajya Sabha as Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw presented the Online Gaming Bill.

Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the government, saying, “When everyone was inside you passed the bill, now you are teaching us rules,” highlighting opposition unrest over the legislation.

August 21, 2025 14:30:00 IST

LIVE Updates | Monsoon Session: Ashwini Vaishnaw Presents Online Gaming Bill in Rajya Sabha

LIVE Update | Monsoon Session Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduces the Online Gaming Bill in Rajya Sabha, aiming to regulate and promote online gaming in India.

VIDEO | Parliament on Thursday passed The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, with the Rajya Sabha approving it without debate amid din.
The bill, piloted by Minister of Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw, seeks to ban all forms of online money games while… pic.twitter.com/mM9oxKOfmO

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