New Delhi, Dec. 13 -- "This is perhaps for the first time that the House recorded 100 per cent productivity for two successive sessions," said Rajya Sabha Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu, adding further, "I tend to believe that this new normal will continue in times to come."

The statement from Upper House Chairman Mr. Naidu came on the last day of the historic 250th session of the Rajya Sabha, before adjourning the Upper House sine die. "You passed a record of four Bills yesterday with adequate discussion by sitting about three hours beyond the schedule. This shows if you intend you can do it and you have done it also," said Mr. Naidu in his concluding remarks.

As many as 15 bills have been approved during the winter session, with Citizensh...