Leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) are set to meet on Thursday at 10:15 AM at the office of the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Rajya Sabha within Parliament premises. Following the meeting, INDIA bloc Members of Parliament will hold a protest at 10:30 AM in front of Makar Dwar inside the Parliament complex, raising concerns over the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Meanwhile, Thursday’s Lok Sabha session will begin with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting a statement explaining the rationale behind the urgent need for legislation through the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025.

As per the Lok Sabha Secretariat’s list of business, Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will propose amendments to the National Anti-Doping Act, 2022, for the Houses consideration and approval. Additionally, he will introduce the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, which aims to promote sports development, athlete welfare, ethical governance, and fair play in line with international standards like the Olympic and Paralympic Charters. The bill also seeks to establish a framework for resolving sports-related disputes fairly and efficiently.

Furthermore, Union Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will present the Indian Ports Bill, 2025. This legislation intends to unify port-related laws, promote integrated development, enhance ease of doing business, and optimize the use of India’s coastline. It proposes the creation of State Maritime Boards and the Maritime State Development Council to improve port management, oversee pollution and emergency responses, uphold international obligations, and set up mechanisms for resolving disputes related to port operations.

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