Politics

15 Minutes, 2 Bills: Opposition Protests Fail to Stall House Business

Published: 11 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

The Lok Sabha passed two bills amid continued Opposition protests and sloganeering, with little or no debate. The two legislations were: Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, which seeks to rename the state as "Keralam". National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026. Both were approved by voice vote during the day's proceedings as disruptions continued in the House.

Key Takeaways

Parliament's fast-track lawmaking is under scrutiny as multiple bills are being passed within minutes amid Opposition protests and limited debate.

Sources

The Wire, Indian Express