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Oppn likely to bring no-confidence motion against LS Speaker next week

Congress and other Opposition parties are contemplating moving a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla next week on the ground that opposition members are not being allowed to speak

Told Lok Sabha Speaker I have right to respond in Parliament: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said he has told Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla that four ministers have made allegations against him and he has the right to respond to that in Parliament. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters here, Gandhi said he is hopeful though not very sure that he would be allowed to speak in Parliament on Friday. "As an MP my first responsibility is to reply in Parliament, only after that I can explain in detail before you," he told reporters. The former Congress chief said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is yet to reply to moot questions he asked in his last Parliament speech about the Adani Group. Earlier in the day, Gandhi arrived in Parliament House after his return from abroad and met Birla urging him to allow him to speak in Lok Sabha. Gandhi's remarks during his recent trip to the UK have rocked Parliament, with both houses failing to transact any significant business on the first four days of the Budget session's second half. Dur

Only BJP members allowed to speak in Parliament, says TMC MP Mahua Moitra

In a tweet on Thursday, TMC MP Mahua Moitra said that Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla was allowing 'only BJP' ministers to speak in the parliament

LS speaker must take action against Rahul for London remarks: Giriraj Singh

Union minister Giriraj Singh on Monday sought action against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for his recent comments in London that microphones in the Indian Parliament are often silenced against the opposition. Singh alleged that Gandhi spoke like the "tukde-tukde gang" during his visit to the UK. "He has spoken so much in Parliament, but in London he said he is not allowed to speak, the mic is switched off. I think this is an attack on democracy and insult to Lok Sabha and the country," Singh told reporters outside Parliament House. Last week, Gandhi told British parliamentarians that functioning microphones in the Lok Sabha are often silenced against the Opposition. "Our mikes are not out of order, they are functioning, but you still can't switch them on. That's happened to me a number of times while I am speaking, the Congress leader said. Singh called Gandhi's remarks "utter lies". "The Lok Sabha speaker should take action against it. These state

Members have freedom to express views in House: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

He emphasised that global institutions propagating peace, harmony and justice are crucial for peace, prosperity, sustainability and a just world order

Youth endowed with potential can give new direction to society: Om Birla

"The country's education policy is not only developing the intellectual potential of the youth but also showing the path of their multi-dimensional progress," he said

LS Speaker Om Birla expresses concern about cyberbullying, drug abuse

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged for collective efforts to tackle the problem of cyberbullying and drug abuse

LS Speaker urges Kota students to study without stress, reach out to him

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has urged students coming to Rajasthan's Kota city to study without any stress and reach out to him in case of any trouble. Addressing the students on New Year's eve, he also touched upon rising concern among parents over the aspirants taking their lives after failing to crack various competitive exams. "Students should not be depressed about their studies. Life is full of challenges and one who is determined and works hard for his goal never fails," he said on Saturday. The Kota-Bundi MP also asked the students to remain positive and in high spirits in 2023. He said whenever parliamentarians from various parts of the country visit him, they talk about the children from their respective states studying here and inquire about their well-being. "Each and every family living in Kota is your family and they will take care of you," Birla told the students. He also assured to provide them with phone numbers of his local office and the one in Delhi, and asked

MPs should not write about Speaker on Twitter, says Om Birla in Parliament

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday cautioned MPs for writing against him on Twitter and asked them not to do so. Birla did not take the name of any MP but his remarks in Lok Sabha came immediately after Trinamool Congress member Mahua Moitra raised an issue related to the Civil Aviation Ministry. "Some members sometimes write on Twitter that the speaker does not give opportunity to the members to speak. Please keep in mind that the members should not write on Twitter about the speaker. That would be good," he said during Question Hour.

Ex-LS Speakers hold round table discussion to promote PM's mantra

To lay the framework for the multi-partisan National Legislators' Conference (NLC), a round table discussion was held in the national capital on Monday to formulate effective legislative practices

India has lost a true friend: Speaker Om Birla pays tribute to Shinzo Abe

As the Monsoon session of the Parliament commenced on Monday, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tribute to former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated recently."It is with heartfelt sadness that I wish to inform former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe passed away recently. The House pays heartfelt condolences on the same. He passed away on July 8, 2022. He (Abe) was the longest serving Prime Minister of Japan," Birla said."Abe supported various interests that were beneficial for India. He considered Asia's two prominent democracies ie, India and Japan, as 'friends'. Due to this reason, the relationship between India and Japan became stronger under his regime," the Lok Sabha Speaker said.He added, "On one hand, Japan has lost a visionary leader, on the other hand, India has lost a true friend. Abe will always be remembered for his work and excellency. The House pays heartfelt condolences on Abe's demise and hopes that God provides strength to the families and kins of the ...

Creating ruckus in LS lowers its dignity, debate raises it: Speaker Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said creating ruckus and resorting to sloganeering and displaying placards in House lower its dignity, which can be maintained only by debates and proper communication

LS Speaker congratulates Mizoram's people on 50 years of state assembly

In his message, Birla said that Mizoram is an important land-bridge in India's Act-East policy, making the country's critical trade and connectivity linkages with Myanmar and Bangladesh

Om Birla highlights people's participation in deepening democracy

The Lok Sabha Speaker's remarks came while addressing a conference in the national capital on the theme "India@75: Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav- Igniting Minds and Unleashing Innovation Within India"

Govt determined to address people's needs, says Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Despite its size, the country was leading the climate-change challenge under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Speaker said

Lata Mangeshkar's songs have brought people together: LS Speaker Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday condoled the demise of singing legend Lata Mangeshkar and said her songs have brought people together."My deepest condolences on the passing away of Lata Mangeshkar ji. She gave music new heights with her rich and melodious voice. Bridging the linguistic and cultural barriers, her songs brought people together and reached every part of the world," Birla said in his message."On many occasions, she boosted the morale of our soldiers through her songs and inspired millions of youth to pursue music. Her death is an irreparable loss to the entire nation. Lata Ji and her songs will always remain in our memories. I pray that her pious soul attains the lotus feet of Almighty," he added.Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away on Sunday at the age of 92 years. She had been admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital on January 8 after she was diagnosed with COVID-19 and pneumonia.Though having recovered from COVID, the singer was put on ventilator ...

Amit Shah will make statement in House over Nagaland incident: LS Speaker

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla informed Lower House that Home Minister Amit Shah will make a statement over the Nagaland incident.

Parliamentary committees should make executive accountable: LS speaker

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla on Sunday said parliamentary committees should make the executive accountable for the development of the country.

Former Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan awarded Padma Bhushan

The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day.