Kiren Rijiju: News
Kiren Rijiju is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) politician and Lok Sabha Member of Parliament from Arunachal Pradesh. Rijiju comes from India’s eastern-most state’s West Kameng district. He did his BA from Hansraj College in 1995 and LLB from Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, in 1998. Rijiju was a BJP MP in the Lok Sabha from 2004 to 2009, representing the Arunachal West constituency. After suffering a controversial defeat against Indian National Congress’s (INC) Takam Sanjoy in the 2009 General Elections, Rijiju made a brief switch to the Congress. He later returned to the BJP and was re-elected from the Arunachal West in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections and found a place in the Narendra Modi cabinet. He served as Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs from 2014 to 2019. In 2019 General Elections, Rijiju was elected the Lok Sabha MP for the third time and served as MoS for Youth Affairs & Sports and MoS for Minority Affairs from 2019 to 2021. In July 2021, Rijiju became the Minister for Law and Justice.
'Sonia Gandhi must say sorry...': BJP on Congress workers' slogans
A major controversy has erupted after derogatory slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi were shouted at a Congress rally in Rajasthan.
'Rules should improve system...not trouble people': PM on IndiGo crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stressed the importance of ensuring that government rules and regulations do not cause hardship to Indian citizens.
Rahul Gandhi to kick off debate on electoral reforms today
Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will kickstart a debate on election reforms in the Lower House on Tuesday.
IndiGo's 500+ cancellations spark monopoly, regulatory concerns in Parliament
The recent cancellation of around 500 flights by IndiGo has sparked a debate in the Rajya Sabha.
House debates on 'Vande Mataram,' poll reform on Monday, Tuesday
The Lok Sabha will hold a debate on the 150th anniversary of the national song "Vande Mataram" on Monday, while a discussion on electoral reforms is scheduled for Tuesday.
Consensus reached to let Lok Sabha function smoothly starting tomorrow
Following a floor leaders' meeting in the room of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, it has been decided that the House will run smoothly from Wednesday, without any disruption, ANI reported.
Centre ready for debate on SIR after opposition's demands: Report
The central government has agreed to a parliamentary debate on electoral reforms, especially the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, according to NDTV, which cited sources.
Lok Sabha adjourned till 2pm amid opposition uproar over SIR
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned till 2:00pm after opposition MPs raised slogans against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
Winter Session of Parliament begins today; here's what to expect
The Winter Session of Parliament will commence on Monday, with the government planning to introduce 14 bills.
Government holds all-party meet ahead of Parliament Winter Session
The government held an all-party meeting on Sunday, a day before the Winter Session of Parliament commences.
Winter session of Parliament to begin on December 1
The winter session of Parliament will be held from December 1 to December 19, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Saturday.
Australian Minister Anne Aly condemns anti-India protests: Report
Australia's first cabinet minister for Multicultural Affairs, Anne Aly, recently visited New Delhi to address concerns over anti-India protests in Australia.
Wife Garima's parting gift to Zubeen will break your heart
The last rites of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg were conducted in Guwahati on Tuesday.
Rijiju backs ex-diplomat, rebuts Kharge's H1-B criticism
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has cited former Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal's comments on the Donald Trump administration's H1-B visa policy to counter Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.
'Politician calling Gen Z to protest is doing disservice': Deora
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora has indirectly criticized a recent call for India's youth to protest, which was made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
PM Modi casts first vote as Vice Presidential election begins
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first voter in the 2025 Vice Presidential election, casting his ballot at the new Parliament building.
'When Rahul speaks, Congress MPs become uncomfortable': Kiren Rijiju
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for making "nonsensical statements."
INDIA bloc may impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar: What we know
The Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc is reportedly considering an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Lok Sabha to hold special session on space sector today
The Lok Sabha will hold a special session on Monday, focusing on the space sector and Shubhanshu Shukla's mission.
'They'll...have no accommodation shortage now': Modi after inaugurating MP flats
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated 184 newly-constructed Type-VII multi-story flats for Members of Parliament (MPs) at Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi.
BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over IAF chief's 'Operation Sindoor' statement
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a fierce attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of lying and damaging India's reputation.
New IT Bill to be tabled in Lok Sabha tomorrow
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has announced that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce a new Income Tax Bill in the Lok Sabha on Monday.
Income Tax Bill, 2025, withdrawn; new version coming on Monday
The government has withdrawn the Income Tax Bill, 2025, which was tabled in the Lok Sabha on February 13 to replace the six-decade-old Income-Tax Act, 1961.
'Who's running Rajya Sabha? You or Shah?' Kharge targets chairman
Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Tuesday questioned whether Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh or Union Home Minister Amit Shah was in charge of the Upper House.
PM Modi felicitated by NDA MPs for Op Sindoor success
National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs on Tuesday felicitated Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting held at the Parliament complex for the success of Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev.
PM Modi to address NDA meeting today amid Parliament deadlock
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) parliamentary party on Tuesday.
BJP ministers slam Rahul Gandhi over 'Jaitley threatened me' remark
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ministers have slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on the late Arun Jaitley.
'Shocked': Congress alleges CISF 'takeover' of Rajya Sabha during protest
The Congress party has alleged that Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel were sent into the Rajya Sabha well while the opposition was protesting.
Rajnath Singh initiates debate on Op Sindoor in Lok Sabha
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has initiated the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha.
Kiren Rijiju invokes Ramayan ahead of 'Operation Sindoor' debate
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has invoked the Hindu epic Ramayana in a post on X (formerly Twitter) ahead of a Lok Sabha debate on "Operation Sindoor."
Modi arrives in Parliament ahead of 16-hour Operation Sindoor debate
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the Parliament, as the Lok Sabha prepares to hold a 16-hour special discussion on Operation Sindoor on Monday.
'He's still Justice Varma': SC to lawyer calling judge 'Varma'
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Monday objected to Advocate Mathews J Nedumpara's informal reference to Justice Yashwant Varma, who is facing impeachment after hoards of charred currency notes were found at his residence following a fire.
Monsoon Session Day 1: Lok Sabha adjourned amid opposition sloganeering
The Monsoon Session of Parliament started on a raucous note, with the Opposition, led by the Congress party, demanding a debate on the Pahalgam terror attack.
Parliament's Monsoon Session begins today; here's what is expected
The Monsoon Session of the Parliament will begin on Monday, with the opposition, led by the Congress, preparing to grill the government on a range of issues.
Government agrees to discuss 'Operation Sindoor' in Parliament
The central government has agreed to the opposition's demand for a discussion on Operation Sindoor in the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament.
'Minorities in India are treated as hostages': Owaisi slams Rijiju
Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi have clashed over the status of minorities in India.
Rijiju attends prayers for Dalai Lama's long life in Dharamshala
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju attended the prayers for the long life of Tibetan spiritual leader, the 14th Dalai Lama, in Dharamshala on Saturday.
'Stop...interfering': China warns India for backing Dalai Lama's succession plans
China has urged India to exercise caution in its words and actions, especially regarding Tibet-related issues.
Centre seeks consensus from all parties to impeach Justice Varma
The Indian government has started talks with political parties to reach a consensus on impeaching Justice Yashwant Varma, NDTV reported.
Monsoon Session of Parliament to begin on July 21
The monsoon session of the Parliament will start on July 21 and end on August 12, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced on Wednesday.