Scandal-hit Natwar quits Indian Cabinet
From Meerza Iqbal Baig

NEW DELHI—Amid protracted protest by the BJP-led opposition over the Volcker issue, Union Minister K Natwar Singh tonight announced his resignation from the cabinet. Making the announcement to reporters outside his residence, Singh said he did not want to be an excuse for the opposition to stall Parliament, according to a news report by Press Trust of India.
Former External Affairs Minister declined to answer the question as if he has sent his resignation to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Natwar Singh said Parliament continued to be stalled and important legislative business of significance to India’s future was being held up. “I reiterate that I am completely innocent and no charge has been framed or brought up against me. However, Parliament and Congress are above individuals. “I don’t want to be an excuse for opposition to stall Parliament. Hence, I have decided to tender my resignation from the Union Council of Ministers despite the fact that I have not violated any law in letter and spirit”, added the Natwar Singh.