Parliament Budget Session 2025 Live Updates: Rajya Sabha Discusses Union Budget 2025
New Delhi, Feb 10, 2025: The Parliament Budget Session 2025 began its seventh day at 11 am with a discussion on the Union Budget 2025-26 in Rajya Sabha. To complete the debate on the budget, Rajya Sabha has extended the sitting by two hours. The House will now meet until 8 pm today and tomorrow.
Key Highlight: New Income Tax Bill to Simplify Direct Tax Laws
One significant topic during today’s debate is the new Income Tax Bill, which the Union Cabinet approved last Friday. This bill aims to simplify India’s direct tax laws. It focuses on making tax laws clearer and removing long, complex clauses. No new taxes will be introduced, but the bill seeks to make compliance easier for taxpayers.
The new bill will eliminate unnecessary complexity, making tax laws more understandable for individuals and businesses.
Parliament Budget Session Schedule
The first part of the Parliament Budget Session started on January 31 and will run through February 13. The session will reconvene on March 10 and continue until April 4. This extended schedule gives lawmakers more time to discuss and review the Union Budget thoroughly.
Trinamool’s Nadimul Haque Raises Concerns Over Cricket Commentary
Nadimul Haque, a Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP, raised concerns in Rajya Sabha about the declining quality of cricket commentary on All India Radio (AIR). He proposed several measures to improve commentary standards, including:
- Dedicated commentary channels in multiple languages.
- A transparent selection procedure for commentators.
- Ensuring commentators have a deep understanding of cricket and an engaging style.
Civil Aviation Minister Introduces New Bill
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu introduced the Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025 in Rajya Sabha. This bill will protect the interests of those involved in aircraft transactions and enhance the legal framework for aviation-related disputes.
Sonia Gandhi Advocates for Prioritizing Census
Sonia Gandhi, Congress MP, urged the government to prioritize the national census. She pointed out that the government still uses outdated 2011 Census data for identifying food grain beneficiaries. 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population are entitled to subsidized food grains. Gandhi emphasized the urgency of completing the census to ensure accurate distribution of food security.
Chairman Jagdeep Dhankar Appeals for Order in Rajya Sabha
Rajya Sabha Chairman, Jagdeep Dhankar, appealed to MPs to maintain order during the discussions. He asked members to patiently listen to others and avoid disruptions. Dhankar stressed that the Rajya Sabha should serve as a platform for expression and dialogue, sending a message of decorum and respect.
Discussing Maha Kumbh Stampede Tragedy
AAP MP Sanjay Singh called for a discussion on the Maha Kumbh stampede, which led to the deaths of 30 devotees and injuries to 60 others. Singh sought to address the incident through a Rule 267 suspension notice. The tragic stampede took place on January 29 at the Maha Kumbh during Mauni Amavasya. The incident prompted Prime Minister Modi to extend his condolences.
Rajya Sabha Budget Debate Continues
The Rajya Sabha continues its debate on the Union Budget from 2 pm today, with extended hours to ensure full discussion. A major topic in today’s debate is the new Income Tax Bill. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman previously stated that the new tax code will simplify tax compliance and reduce litigation. The bill will make India’s tax syste
m easier to navigate.
Conclusion
As the Parliament Budget Session 2025 progresses, important issues related to India’s fiscal policies continue to emerge. The new Income Tax Bill and other legislative proposals are set to impact the nation’s economic future. Lawmakers are working to ensure that the Union Budget aligns with India’s growth goals and addresses key issues such as tax transparency and food security.
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