Parliament Winter Session Update: The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will move The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 that seeks to further amend the Railway Act, 1989 to enhance the powers of the Railways Board and improve operational efficiency.

The government has listed 16 bills, including the Waqf Amendment Bill, for consideration in the session. Today is the second day of the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament.

Parliament Winter Session 2024 begins with adjournments over ‘Adani scam’ debate. Key bills, including Waqf law amendments and maritime reforms, on agenda till December 20, 2024

The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned till 11 am on Thursday as protesting Opposition MPs remained defiant with their demands to have discussions on a host of issues, including the US's indictment of businessman Gautam Adani for alleged bribery charges to award solar power contracts.

In the Rajya Sabha, proceedings were stalled as Opposition MPs insisted on holding a discussion on the Adani issue.

During the Winter Session of Parliament, Congress is expected to prioritise discussions on the Manipur crisis and alleged bribery charges against the Adani Group. These issues are likely to feature prominently in the opposition's strategy as they aim to hold the government accountable on key matters of public and political interest.

Parliament faced disruptions. Opposition parties demanded discussions on key issues. These included the Adani indictment, Manipur's situation, and Sambhal violence. Congress MPs submitted adjournment motions.