An op-ed stated that while India is removing remnants of colonial rule, it must be aware of the West’s exploitation. It said that the West has repeatedly flattered India over China, and that India must be aware of it.
The Opposition said when the inauguration ceremony was underway, protesting wrestlers, who have accused a BJP MP of sexual harassment, were removed from Jantar Mantar as they sought to march towards the new Parliament House.
I believe it is time for Modi to acknowledge that the belligerent Hindutva that has spread on his watch has damaged the tenets of the Sanatan Dharma and not just the status of Indian Muslims.
<b>New Parliament Building Inauguration LIVE Updates</b>: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will innaugurate the new Parliament building in the national capital today in a ceremony which began with an early morning havan and multi-faith prayers. Amid controversies and criticisim by Opposition, 25 political parties, many dignitaries including chief ministers and ministers, are expected to attend the inauguration. On the eve of the grand inauguration of the new Parliament building, PM Modi received the esteemed Adheenam priests at his official residence in New Delhi on Saturday to seek their blessings.<br /><br />The inauguration included a grand puja, installation of the Sengol, screening of two short films and release of a commemorative coin and stamp. The ceremony began with a havan and puja and end with an address by the Prime Minister. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was also present with along with PM Modi during the pooja. <br />, India News, Times Now