By ME Bureau

Union Minister Giriraj Singh apologised in the Lok Sabha today for his remarks against Sonia Gandhi. He said, "My intention was not to hurt anyone, if my comments have hurt anyone, I apologise."

As the budget session of Parliament resumes today Prime  Narendra Minister Narendra Modi said, “Parliament session begins today. I look forward to a productive session, filled with constructive debates on several issues.”

With Parliament set to witness a stormy session over a host of issues, including the controversial land bill, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu asked BJP MPs to be present in their House throughout.