<h1>Lok Sabha Passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2025 Amid Protests, Speaker Condemns Disruptions</h1> The Lok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2025 and the Indian Ports Bill 2025 amid opposition protests involving disruption and throwing of papers at the Chair. The Speaker condemned the opposition's conduct as lowering the dignity of the House and identified a deputy leader for instigating the disruption. A bill to amend the insolvency and bankruptcy code was introduced and referred to a select committee for detailed scrutiny. The Speaker also constituted a three-member panel to investigate allegations against a High Court judge. Additionally, the parliamentary committee examining simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections was granted an extension until the last week of the Winter session 2025 to submit its report. The House adjourned until August 18 following a five-day Independence Day recess.