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Opposition leaders write to LS Speaker, claim govt undermining Parliamentary norms
New Delhi, March 27: Opposition leaders have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging violations of parliamentary procedures and democratic norms by the government.
LoP is very important position in our Parliamentary tradition: Gaurav Gogoi
New Delhi, March 27: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday has alleged that Opposition voices, particularly that of the Leader of Opposition (LoP), are being curtailed in Parliament. He claimed that while government ministers and BJP MPs are given the floor without hindrance, the LoP is often prevented from speaking by citing procedural rules.
Anna Bansode set to become Maha Assembly's Deputy Speaker
Mumbai, March 25: The Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) legislator from Pimpri Assembly constituency, Anna Bansode, is set to become the Deputy Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly.
Chaos in K'taka Assembly over honey trap allegations; Oppn flings torn Finance Bill copies at Speaker
Bengaluru, March 21: The Karnataka Legislative Assembly witnessed dramatic events on the last day on Friday, as BJP members protesting over the alleged honey-trap scandal stormed the Well of the House and flung torn copies of Bills and books towards Speaker Khader's chair.
Delhi is seen as a mini-India: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at two-day Orientation Programme for MLAs
New Delhi, March 18: Asserting that Delhi is seen as a "mini India," Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said that the MLA's thoughts and views should be about the social welfare of the people of the national capital.
Lok Sabha Speaker arrives at Delhi Legislative Assembly; to inaugurate two-day orientation program for MLAs
New Delhi, March 18: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday arrived at the Delhi Legislative Assembly ahead of the start of a two-day orientation program for the MLAs.
Symbol of rich cultural heritage: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla shares wishes on Holi eve
New Delhi, March 13: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday extended greetings to the people on the eve of Holi
Ram Kadam defends Maha CM Fadnavis' warning on noise limit violations at places of worship
Mumbai, March 12: BJP MLA Ram Kadam defended Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis government's commitment to enforcing strict action against those violating noise limits set for loudspeakers at places of worship in the state.
CM Fadnavis warns stern action against illegal use of loudspeakers in places of worship
Mumbai, March 11: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Tuesday that stern action will be taken against the illegal use of loudspeakers in places of worship.
Women empowerment is collective responsibility: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta
New Delhi, March 10: Speaker of Delhi Legislative Assembly Vijender Gupta on Monday said that women’s empowerment is not just a slogan but a collective responsibility that requires commitment from all sections of society.
Extraordinary personality: Om Birla hails former Uttarakhand CM Bhagat Koshyari
New Delhi, March 9: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday hailed Bhagat Singh Koshyari, former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, former Governor of Maharashtra and Goa, and former Member of Parliament, as an extraordinary personality who is leading an ordinary, simple life by example.
UP Police remove illegal loudspeakers from Sambhal mosque, Imam booked
New Delhi, March 9: Loudspeakers of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district were removed for violation of rules related to control of noise emanating from places of worship, a police official said on Sunday.
Deadlock in Assemblies, Parliament undermines democratic values: Om Birla
Jaipur, March 8: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasised that while consensus and disagreement are the strengths of democracy, deliberate deadlocks in assemblies and Parliament harm democratic values.
Indian youth will pioneer innovations and lead charge in research on global stage, says Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, March 7: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla asserted that the dynamic and visionary youth of India would spearhead groundbreaking innovations and lead the charge in research across the world.
Indian Constitution is a guiding light for nation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, March 7: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that the Constitution of India has time and again proven to be a guiding light for the nation, shaping its democratic ethos and governance through the ideals enshrined in it.
Youth will pioneer innovation on global stage: LS Speaker
New Delhi, March 6: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday asserted that dynamic and visionary youth of India would spearhead groundbreaking innovations and lead the charge in research across the world.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launches third phase of 'Suposhit Maa Abhiyan'
Bundi, March 6: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the third phase of 'Suposhit Maa Abhiyan' in Rajasthan's Bundi.
Mother is epitome of compassion & affection: LS Speaker
Bundi, March 5: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the third phase of Suposhit Maa Abhiyan on Wednesday, saying that mother is an epitome of compassion and affection.
Mayawati blasts decision to remove loudspeakers from religious places
Lucknow, March 4: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Tuesday criticised the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to remove unauthorised loudspeakers from religious places during Ramzan, urging authorities to treat all religions equally and without bias.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and his wife perform prayers at Keshighat , Vrindavan
Vrindavan, March 3: Kota MP and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, along with his wife, on Monday performed a special prayer and worship ceremony at Keshighat and offered his prayers to the Yamuna River.
Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla arrive in Vrindavan for two-day religious trip
Mathura, March 3: Kota MP and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla arrived in Vrindavan on Monday for a two-day religious trip, accompanied by his family and around 70 other members.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla exhorts youth to commit themselves to goal of Aatmanirbhar Bharat
Pune, February 27: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday urged the youth to commit themselves to the goal of Aatmanirbhar Bharat by creating employment opportunities.
Mohan Singh Bisht elected Deputy Speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, Feb 27: BJP's six-time legislator Mohan Singh Bisht was on Thursday elected as the Deputy Speaker of Delhi Assembly after Chief Minister Rekha Gupta proposed his name.
BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht elected as deputy speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, February 27: Six-time BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht has been elected as the deputy speaker of the Delhi Assembly on Thursday.
Delhi CM meets people outside residence, to move motion for Mohan Singh Bisht as Deputy Speaker today
New Delhi, February 27: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta met and greeted people at her residence on Thursday morning, as well-wishers gathered to congratulate her on her new role, while she prepared to propose BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht's name for the post of Deputy Speaker in the Delhi Assembly on Thursday.
Lok Sabha Speaker calls for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society
New Delhi, February 26: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday called for collective efforts to eradicate evils in society, an official statement said.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to propose Mohan Singh Bisht's name for Dy Speaker post tomorrow
New Delhi, February 26: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will propose the name of BJP MLA Mohan Singh Bisht for the post of Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Assembly on Thursday.
Lord Shiva is symbol of meditation, renunciation: Lok Sabha Speaker extends Maha Shivratri greetings
New Delhi, February 25: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday extended greetings to the people on the eve of Maha Shivratri, describing Lord Shiva as the symbol of "meditation and renunciation."
From being marshalled out to chairing the House: BJP's Vijender Gupta elected Speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, Feb 24: A seasoned BJP leader, Vijender Gupta, was elected as the Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday. A three-time MLA representing the Rohini constituency, Gupta has now taken on the crucial responsibility of presiding over the workings of the Delhi Assembly.
Arvinder Singh Lovely takes oath as pro-tem Speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, Feb 24: BJP MLA Arvinder Singh Lovely took oath as the pro-tem Speaker of the Delhi Assembly on Monday and will chair the proceedings during the first sitting of the legislature.
Delhi L-G appoints Arvinder Singh Lovely as pro-tem Speaker of new Assembly
New Delhi, Feb 22: Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena has appointed Gandhi Nagar legislator Arvinder Singh Lovely as the pro-tem Speaker of the Delhi Assembly to chair the proceedings during the first sitting of the legislature on Monday.
Divine energy here, pray for well being of all citizens...: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla visits Maha Kumbh
New Delhi, February 15: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla took a dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj in the Maha Kumbh along with his family members and said the religious event was a symbol of India's spirituality.
LS Speaker inaugurates 2-day orientation programme for newly elected members of Haryana Legislative Assembly
New Delhi, February 14: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has emphasized the importance of quality legislative drafting and the importance of inputs from elected representatives in legislative processes, Lok Sabha Secretariat said in an official statement.
In-depth knowledge must, Om Birla tells Haryana lawmakers
Chandigarh, Feb 14: Favouring meaningful discussions, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday told lawmakers of Haryana to do extensive study and have in-depth knowledge while making laws.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extends greetings on Guru Ravidas Jayanti
New Delhi, February 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday extended greetings on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
Modern republic of India is more capable, prosperous: LS Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, Jan 26: On the occasion of the 76th Republic Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended his heartfelt wishes to the nation, emphasising the significant progress the country has made over the past 75 years and remarked that the modern republic of India has become more capable and prosperous.
Receives 'special invitee' to attend Trump's inauguration: Deepika Deshwal
New Delhi, January 19: Guinness World Record holder Deepika Deshwal has received a "special invite" to attend the swearing-in ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump on January 20.
LS Speaker Om Birla visits BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple in London
London, January 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on his visit to the United Kingdom offered prayers at the BAPS Shri Swami Narayan Temple in north-west London's area of Neasden. The details of Speaker Birla's visit were shared by the temple authorities on Sunday.
India's biggest strength is its youth, says LS Speaker Om Birla at an event in London
London, January 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday (local time) during his official visit to the United Kingdom, addressed over 180 Indian students at an event in London, emphasising the growing importance of India's youth in the global landscape.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to chair meeting of 'CSPOC' in Guernsey
New Delhi, January 7: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is on an official visit to United Kingdom (UK), Scotland and Guernsey from January 7-11, 2025.