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The first session of the 17th Lok Sabha will begin on Monday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday pitching for consensus among all political parties to push crucial legislations, including a bill that seeks to criminalise the practice of instant divorce amon Muslims.

Addressing an all-party meeting about a month after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured an impressive mandate in this summer’s general election, Modi told floor leaders of various political parties to keep their differences aside to avoid disruptions in proceedings.

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11:31 am IST

It’s a great institution which has shaped country’s past, present and future: Tejasvi Surya

Tejasvi Surya,BJP MP at Parliament: It’s a great institution which has shaped country’s past, present and future. I am entering it with lot of gratitude for people who have elected me and also with sense of idealism to ensure Bharat Mata reaches pinnacle of glory which it’s destined to do.

Tejasvi Surya,BJP MP at Parliament: It’s a great institution which has shaped country’s past, present & future. I’m entering it with lot of gratitude for people who’ve elected me&also with sense of idealism to ensure Bharat Mata reaches pinnacle of glory which it’s destined to do pic.twitter.com/0pWIa7AaPx

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June 17, 2019

11:26 am IST

BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi, Smriti Zubin Irani takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

BJP MP from Uttar Pradesh’s Amethi, Smriti Zubin Irani takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

11:24 am IST

Union Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal MP from Bathinda, Harsimrat Kaur Badal takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: Union Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal MP from Bathinda, Harsimrat Kaur Badal takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

11:18 am IST

Union Minister and BJP MP Nitin Gadkari takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: Union Minister and BJP MP Nitin Gadkari takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

11:16 am IST

BJP president and Home Minister Amit Shah takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: BJP President and Home Minister Amit Shah takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

Delhi: BJP President and Home Minister Amit Shah takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha. pic.twitter.com/zL5yKYdYCu

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June 17, 2019

11:15 am IST

BJP MP and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: BJP MP and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

11:15 am IST

Congress’ Kerala MP Suresh Kodikunnil takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: Congress’ Kerala MP Suresh Kodikunnil takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha.

Delhi: Congress’ Kerala MP Suresh Kodikunnil takes oath as member of the 17th Lok Sabha. pic.twitter.com/sPtter3DO4

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June 17, 2019

11:08 am IST

First session of 17th Lok Sabha commences; Newly elected MPs take oath

First session of 17th Lok Sabha commences; Newly elected MPs take oath.

11:05 am IST

PM Modi takes oath at inaugural session of 17th Lok Sabha

PM Modi takes oath at inaugural session of 17th Lok Sabha.

11:04 am IST

New Parliament session begins

New Parliament session begins.

10:50 am IST

We should work in larger interest of nation: PM Modi

In Parliament, we should forget ‘Paksh’, ‘Vipaksh’ and think about issues with ‘nishpaksh spirit’, work in larger interest of nation: PM Modi.

10:48 am IST

Opposition need not bother about their numbers: PM Modi

Opposition need not bother about their numbers, I hope they speak actively and participate in House proceedings: PM Modi

10:41 am IST

New friends will join today and they will bring new energy: PM Modi

We are working to fulfill people’s aspirations. New friends will join today and they will bring new energy. We value the Opposition and their role. The Opposition should play an active role in the Parliament: PM Modi

10:39 am IST

Request all parties to support the decisions that are in favour of people: PM Modi

PM Modi at the Parliament for the first session of the 17th Lok Sabha: After several decades, a government has won absolute majority for the second term. People have given us the chance to serve the country again. I request all the parties to support the decisions that are in favour of people.

10:35 am IST

There are new hopes and dreams with the beginning of this session: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Parliament: Today, a new session is starting, there are new hopes and dreams with the beginning of this session. Since independence ,this Lok Sabha elections saw highest number of women voters and women MPs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Parliament: Today, a new session is starting, there are new hopes and dreams with the beginning of this session. Since independence ,this Lok Sabha elections saw highest number of women voters and women MPs. pic.twitter.com/YGGGDInX99

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June 17, 2019

10:34 am IST

‘Proactive opposition key to democracy’, says PM Modi ahead of new Parliament session

Proactive opposition key to democracy. Opposition need not bother about their numbers. I hope they will speak actively and participate in house proceedings, says PM Modi ahead of new Parliament session.

10:30 am IST

Inaugural session of 17th Lok Sabha will start with swearing of its members

The inaugural session of the 17th Lok Sabha will start on Monday with the swearing in of its members. After getting elected to the House, members have to take the oath before any other business, including the election of the Speaker, takes place.

10:20 am IST

BJP MP Virendra Kumar takes oath as protem speaker of 17th Lok Sabha

Delhi: BJP MP Virendra Kumar takes oath as the protem speaker of the 17th Lok Sabha, at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Delhi: BJP MP Virendra Kumar takes oath as the Protem Speaker of the 17th Lok Sabha, at Rashtrapati Bhawan. pic.twitter.com/74wzfKf9uw

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June 17, 2019

10:20 am IST

PM Modi to be first to take oath at inaugural session of 17th Lok Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the first to take oath in the new Lok Sabha on Monday while United Progressive Alliance (UPA) chairperson Sonia Gandhi might get a special slot to do so over the two-day-long swearing-in ceremony, officials said on Sunday.

10:10 am IST

Request ruling and opposition parties to make effort to find solutions: Thawar Chand Gehlot

Thawar Chand Gehlot, leader of BJP in Rajya Sabha ahead of parliament session of 17th Lok Sabha today: I would request ruling party as well as opposition parties that any problem can be resolved through discussions. So, during the session, parties should make an effort to find solutions.

Thawar Chand Gehlot, leader of BJP in Rajya Sabha ahead of parliament session of 17th LS today: I would request ruling party as well as opposition parties that any problem can be resolved through discussions. So, during the session, parties should make an effort to find solutions pic.twitter.com/FcWZOmXNdQ

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June 17, 2019

10:00 am IST

First session of 17th Lok Sabha will begin today

The first session of the 17th Lok Sabha will begin today.

Delhi: The first session of the 17th Lok Sabha will begin today; Union Budget to be tabled on 5th July in this session of Parliament. pic.twitter.com/BMHOu656hB

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June 17, 2019

Source: HindustanTimes