Rajya

• On August 5, 2026, during the 13th day of the Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha cleared the Supreme Court Judges' Bill. • The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day following the legislative proceedings. • Government representatives emphasized their commitment to the independence of the judiciary, citing the handling of writ petitions over recent years.

• The 2026 Parliament Monsoon Session has commenced, featuring the "Mangal Milan," a rebranded weekly strategy session for the NDA to ensure alliance alignment and constructive debate. • Congress MP Pawan Khera has demanded an official statement from the Union Home Minister regarding recent student-related developments and the NEET paper leak controversy. • The opposition alleges that the government is intentionally avoiding parliamentary discussions on these critical student issues.

• Both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were adjourned until Monday following disruptions and ruckus caused by opposition members during Day 10 of the 2026 Monsoon Session. • Rahul Gandhi led the criticism against Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, condemning alleged police brutality against protestors during the 'Sansad Chalo' march. • Despite the unrest, the Rajya Sabha is scheduled to deliberate on the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, on Friday, July 31.

• Minister Jitendra Singh has introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha for discussion. • The move follows the bill's successful passage in the Lok Sabha just one day prior, signaling a fast-tracked legislative process. • The legislation aims to combat paper leaks and unfair means in public examinations to ensure fairness and transparency for candidates.

• The Rajya Sabha has passed a bill aimed at preventing paper leaks, though the process was marked by intense clashes between the government and the opposition. • Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the timing of the legislation, claiming the government ignored similar suggestions in early 2024 to avoid political fallout during the Lok Sabha elections. • Tensions escalated as the opposition demanded a formal statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding police actions, while the government accused them of "shifting goalposts."

• The Rajya Sabha passed the Public Examinations Bill following its previous approval by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. • The legislation arrives amid intense protests over NEET paper leaks and demands for greater accountability in national examinations. • Opposition members from the INDIA alliance staged a walkout before Minister of State Jitendra Singh could conclude a seven-hour debate on the matter.

• The Indian Parliament's 2026 Monsoon Session continues on Thursday with a heavy legislative agenda for both houses. • The Lok Sabha is scheduled to consider the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, to address judicial staffing. • The Rajya Sabha is expected to deliberate on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill and the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026.