Supreme Court Advocates for Childcare and Feeding Rooms in Public Spaces

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Supreme Court Advocates for Childcare and Feeding Rooms in Public Spaces The Supreme Court of India has suggested that the Union Government develop a comprehensive policy addressing the construction of feeding rooms and childcare facilities  in public places. This move aims to ensure that nursing mothers and their children can access basic amenities in a dignified and private manner, reinforcing their fundamental rights under the Indian Constitution. SC Encourages Policy Formulation A bench comprising Justice BV Nagarathna  and Justice N Kotiswar Singh  highlighted the absence of a structured framework to address this pressing issue. The court advised the Centre to propose a policy that could then be implemented across the states, scheduling the next hearing for December 10, 2024.   The apex court emphasized that before issuing formal directions, it was crucial to understand the Centre’s perspective on implementing the petitioner’s demand for childcare and feedi...

Nirmala Sitharaman to Introduce Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation Bill in Lok Sabha Amid Ongoing Budget Session

Nirmala Sitharaman to Introduce Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation Bill in Lok Sabha Amid Ongoing Budget Session



In the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to introduce the Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation (No. 3) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha. This bill aims to authorize the payment and appropriation of certain sums from the Consolidated Fund of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for the financial year 2024-25.


Key Legislative Activities


The Parliament session, which began on July 22 and is scheduled to conclude on August 12, will also continue discussions on the Union Budget 2024-25, presented on July 23. The debate on the budget for Jammu and Kashmir for the fiscal year 2024-25, which commenced last Tuesday, will also proceed.


Reports and Statements on Youth and Sports


Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Nikhil Khadse, will address the Lok Sabha on several key reports regarding the Ministry's activities and initiatives:


- 327th Report on Olympic Games Preparation: Discussion on the implementation status of recommendations from the Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth, and Sports.

- 332nd Report on Demands for Grants (2021-2022): Review of government action on previous recommendations related to the Department of Sports.

- 339th Report on Demands for Grants (2022-2023): Update on the status of actions taken following the committee's observations.

- 344th and 351st Reports: Further analysis of the Ministry's adherence to recommendations for the fiscal years 2022-2023 and 2023-2024.


Parliamentary Papers and Appointments


Several Union Ministers, including Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Pankaj Chaudhary, will lay papers on the table, providing updates on various government departments. Additionally, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav will propose the election of two members to the National Tiger Conservation Authority, in line with the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.


Rajya Sabha Proceedings


The Rajya Sabha will see Union Ministers such as Kinjarapu RamMohan Naidu and Rao Inderjit Singh present papers, continuing the legislative activities parallel to those in the Lok Sabha.


Budget Discussion and Opposition's Response


The budget discussions, which started on July 24, have been marked by opposition parties criticizing the budget as being discriminatory towards most states and lacking a clear vision for the country's future.

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