Prime Minister Modi expressed deep regret over the women's reservation bill's defeat, apologizing to the nation's women. He accused opposition parties like Congress, DMK, TMC, and SP of prioritizing self-interest over national progress and women's empowerment, highlighting their alleged celebration of the bill's failure as an insult to women's dignity.
Prime Minister Modi asserted that opposition parties will face repercussions for not backing the women's reservation bill, urging ministers to highlight their «anti-women» stance. He reiterated the government's commitment to implement the reservation by 2029, accusing the opposition of a «big mistake» and attempting to cover up their actions after the bill's defeat in Lok Sabha.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pain and anger over the failure of the women's reservation bill, accusing the DMK, Congress, and their allies of engaging in «hatred and petty politics.» He stated that the DMK «harms women» and «doesn't stand with women in parliament,» predicting a response for their «anti-women stand»
For the first time since 2014, the Modi government failed to pass a bill in Parliament, a move analysts suggest was strategic. By forcing a vote on the women's reservation bill, linked to delimitation, the BJP aimed to record every MP's stance, creating a potent campaign tool. The government positioned itself as pro-women reformists, while blaming opposition parties for obstructing progress. This tactic seeks to shape the political narrative ahead of crucial elections, highlighting intent versus obstruction.
An Indian oil tanker, Desh Garima, successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz amidst heightened regional tensions and conflicting reports from Iran regarding its status. This passage highlights ongoing maritime activity despite concerns over the vital oil route. The Indian government has also bolstered support for the shipping sector with a significant insurance pool to counter rising costs and stricter approvals.
The Budget Session of Parliament concluded sine die after the women's reservation Bill failed to pass in the Lok Sabha, falling short of the required two-thirds majority. The government also deferred the contentious delimitation proposal amid Opposition pushback, ending the session on a politically charged note.
Pune airport operations have resumed after an Indian Air Force Sukhoi 30 MKI aircraft experienced an undercarriage failure during a hard landing, blocking the runway. Repair work was completed on a war footing, with departure operations starting at 7:30 AM and arrivals at 8:00 AM. Several flights were cancelled due to the incident.
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of an «unconstitutional trick» after the women's reservation bill failed in the Lok Sabha. He stated the INDIA bloc stopped the bill, which they viewed as an attempt to alter India's electoral structure, not a women's bill. The Congress urged the government to implement 33% reservation for women in the 2029 elections.
