Posted 9/18/2023, 7:22:21 AM

Modi Opens Special Parliament Session in Old Building Before Shift to New Venue

Indian PM Modi pays tribute to British-era parliament ahead of move to new building
Special 5-day parliament session called by Modi's government begins
Session will shift to new parliament building on Tuesday
Govt has listed 8 bills for discussion, but agenda could change
Opposition questions need for special session to discuss bills, with regular winter session coming up

bbc.com

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