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Wrap up: Here is everything you need to know:
- NDA candidate Om Birla elected as Speaker of 18th Lok Sabha
- 5G auction closes after seven rounds, govt mops up around Rs 11,300 crore
- Bharti Airtel spends Rs 6,857 cr in 5G auction, secures spectrum for 20 years
- CBI arrests Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal; Delhi CM to stay in 3-day custody
- Kenya president backs down on tax hikes after deadly unrest
- Sam Pitroda re-appointed as chairman of Indian Overseas Congress
- Jio acquires additional spectrum in 1800 MHz band for Rs 973 crore in two circles
- Vi acquires Rs 3,510 crore worth of airwaves in 11 circles
US involved in discussions with UN agencies, Israel on aid challenges in Gaza
The United States has been involved in discussions with United Nations agencies and the Israeli government in the past few days to try and work through security challenges the UN is facing to deliver humanitarian aid in Gaza, the State Department said on Wednesday.
US jails ex-Honduras president for 45 years on drugs charges
A court in New York on Wednesday sentenced former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez to 45 years after he was convicted of trafficking hundreds of tons of cocaine into the United States.
Yemen's Houthis say they targeted ship in Haifa port with Islamic Resistance in Iraq
UN chief's spokesman calls for 'clear accountability' after Kenya bloodshed
3.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Assam's Karbi Anglong region
No one can forget this mistake of the past. Congress had amended the Constitution more than 100 times. What do they want to show? Former PM Indira Gandhi imposed Emergency, jailed all opposition leaders, imposed restrictions on media and murdered democracy, and people will never forget this.
- Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav on 1975 Emergency anniversary.
Nearly 14 dead after floods in Nepal
Jio's acquisition from today's auction
Jio acquired additional spectrum in the 1800 MHz band in Bihar and West Bengal.
India News Live Updates: Sam Pitroda re-appointed as chairman of the Indian Overseas Congress with immediate effect
AAP's Sanjay Singh on Kejriwal's arrest
Will talk to INDIA bloc leaders to raise issue of Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, stay on his bail in Parliament: AAP's Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh.
Kenya's Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after anti-tax protest deaths
Kenyan President William Ruto said Wednesday that a bill containing tax hikes would "be withdrawn", dramatically reversing course after more than 20 people died and parliament was ransacked in protests.
Vodafone Idea's Rs 3510-crore acquisition at govt's auction
Vodafone Idea announces acquisition of 50 MHz of spectrum across low band and mid band spectrum (900 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2500 MHz) in 11 circles at a total commitment of Rs. 3,510 Crore, in the spectrum auction concluded today.
JSW Energy signs PPAs for wind and solar energy projects
JSW Neo Energy Limited signed Power Purchase Agreements for wind and solar projects with cumulative capacity of 1,325 MW comprising of 1,025 MW with Solar Energy Corporationof India Limited and 300 MW with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited. The total locked-in capacity of the company stands at 13.6 GW.
India News Live Updates: Delhi Court remands CM Kejriwal to CBI custody for three days
Terrorists neutralized in an ongoing joint operation
Two more terrorists have been neutralized in an ongoing joint operation in the Gandoh, Bhaderwah sector of district Doda. Arms and ammunition have been recovered from their possession: ADGP Jammu
Govt takes note of report claiming married women not allowed to work for Foxconn; demands report
Ministry of Labour and Employment has taken note of various media reports claiming that married women are not being allowed to work at Foxconn India Apple iPhone plant. In light of these reports, the Ministry has requested a detailed report from the Labour Department of the Tamil Nadu Government.
Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna asked to appear before court
In the matter of advertisement of ayurvedic medicines of Divya Pharmacy, directors of company, Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna, received notice fromCourt of Judicial First-Class Magistrate-IV, Kozhikode to appear in person or through counsel before the Court on July 6, 2024: Patanjali Foods.
KEC International Ltd secures new orders of Rs 1,025 crore in T&D and Cables businesses
Goods train derails near Prayagraj Junction railway station. More details awaited
Land-for-job PMLA case: Delhi HC grants interim bail to Amit Katyal
Delhi High Court grants 6 weeks interim bail to chargesheeted accused businessman Amit Katyal on medical grounds. He was earlier also on interim bail for 84 days.
Haleon to sell nicotine replacement therapy business outside US for $633 million to Dr. Reddy's
ICC convicts Timbuktu jihad police chief for war crimes
Kallakurichi hooch tragedy News Live Updates: Death toll after consumption of illicit liquor rises to 63
Quant MF on SEBI probe:
- Every suspicion is not an allegation. All allegations must be proved before the alleged can be deemed guilty
- Committed to cooperate with SEBI through any review
DRDO hands over Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket to Indian Navy
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) handed over the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR) to the Indian Navy at a ceremony held in New Delhi on June 26, 2024. Microwave Obscurant Chaff (MOC), a niche technology developed by DRDO’s Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur, obscures radar signals and creates a microwave shield around platforms and assets, thus reducing radar detection.
Court rejects bail plea of Prajwal Revanna and father HD Revanna
The Special People Representative Court rejected the bail plea of rape accused and suspended JD(S) Prajwal Revanna in connection with a complaint registered at Holenarasipura police station against him and his father, HD Revanna.
Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda arrives at AICC headquarters for a review meeting with senior party leaders of Haryana
Congress leader Gurdeep Singh Sappal arrives at AICC headquarters for a review meeting with senior party leaders of Haryana
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrives at AICC headquarters for a review meeting with senior party leaders of Haryana
Pune Municipal Corporation carries out demolition on illegal construction of night club Eskobar in Baner area of the city
Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar attacks Delhi CM and AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal as CBI formally arrests him in liquor policy case. Here's what he said
"It is a very complicated matter. The law is taking its course. He will be held accountable. As of now, only Delhi is in focus. Delhi model was replicated in Punjab. There is a bigger scam in Punjab. Only 100 crore rupees is in question in Delhi, 1000 crore rupees has been looted in Punjab and used in personal works. When it comes to bail, he only talks about faith in law. He had withdrawn application from SC. I was seeing a report, Arvind Kejriwal was passing the buck to Manish Sisodia. There is something wrong."
Thane Crime Branch and Thane Anti Extortion Cell have busted international sex racket, two agents including three women were arrested from Thailand; further investigation underway," says Shivraj Patil, DCP of Thane Crime Branch
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal being escorted out of Rouse Avenue Court by police after hearing in excise policy case concludes
The protests are over the irregularities, paper leaks in NEET, UGC-NET. We have been saying that the accused is NTA. NTA needs to be dissolved. It is not important. Their only job is to conduct examination and they are failing in it too. Education comes in concurrent list, but the obsession to centralise everything - one language, one country, one exam - is responsible for all the irregularities. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan should resign
- JNU student Dhananjay protesting over NEET row
I congratulate Rahul Gandhi on becoming the LoP. We people in the opposition will work together and will seek answers from the party in power
- Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav
Celebrations at BJP office in Kota as party MP from the constituency, Om Birla gets elected as the Speaker of 18th Lok Sabha
One terrorist has been neutralized in the ongoing encounter in Gandoh: J&K Police
JNU Student Union protests against alleged irregularities in NEET in Delhi
I am telling you formally, we didn't ask for division of votes...We didn't ask for it because we found it appropriate that there be a consensus on the first day, that there be an atmosphere of consensus on the first day. This was a constructive step from our end. We could have asked for division (of votes)
- Jairam Ramesh
NEET paper leak matter
Special CBI Court in Patna sends accused Baldev Kumar alias Chintu and Mukesh Kumar to CBI remand.
Kerala Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution asking the Centre to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the irregularities while conducting the NEET and NET examinations
CBI is claiming that I have given statements against Manish Sisodia, this is wrong. Manish Sisodia is innocent, the Aam Aadmi Party is innocent and I am also innocent
- Arvind Kejriwal addressed the court
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court reserves order on CBI plea seeking custodial interrogation of Delhi CM and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal.
Inox Green to raise funds up to Rs 1,050 crore
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Should complete PV& CV biz demerger by Q1FY26: Tata Motors
I would like to congratulate Om Birla on being elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha for the second time. The House will benefit greatly from his insights and experience. My best wishes to him for the tenure ahead
- PM Modi tweeted
The whole nation is protesting today. This day is an important day in the minds of the people of India. 49 years ago today, the Emergency was imposed by Indira Gandhi. Around one and a half lakh people were jailed... 42nd amendment was brought into the Consitution of India... It is important to show the mirror to Rahul Gandhi who speaks about saving the Constitution
- On NDA protest on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, BJP MP Sambit Patra
Zee Media board approves proposal to raise up to Rs 200 crore via multiple instruments including share issue
NDA leaders protest at the Parliament on the 50th anniversary of the Emergency
NATO appoints Dutch PM Rutte as next boss
Bombay High Court dismissed the petition filed by women students who moved the HC challenging a directive issued by their college imposing a ban on headgear such as hijab, burka, stoles, caps, naqab etc in the classroom
BJP leaders stage protest inside Parliament premises over Emergency
It is matter of joy that after 10 years, Lok Sabha officially has a Leader of Opposition, and Rahul Gandhi decided to take up the post which will strengthen the INDIA alliance
- Congress MP Manish Tewari
Part of Mehrauli-Badarpur road caves in causing massive traffic jam in the area as a DTC bus was stuck in the damaged road
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: Congress leader Sachin Pilot hails Rahul Gandhi as the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha. Here's what he said
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updates:"The working committee had requested Rahul Gandhi to take up Leader of Opposition position. He accepted. Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi nominated Rahul Gandhi for the position. Congress workers, entire Opposition and INDIA alliance are feeling energised on Rahul Gandhi becoming LoP. He has always challenged the government and fought for people for transparency inside and outside the Parliament. The expectation of Opposition has increased, people hope's has increased. People are having hope for fight for truth. The entire country expects him to be their voice. It will strengthen the thought of love, peace, brotherhood."
Lok Sabha adjourned to meet again tomorrow, on 27th June
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla makes reference to Emergency in House amid protest by opposition
Today when there was a possibility of CM Arvind Kejriwal getting bail, BJP panicked and got him arrested by CBI in fake case: AAP
CBI seeks 5-day custody of CM Arvind Kejriwal in excise 'scam' related corruption case
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: JD(U) leader KC Tyagi congratulates Om Birla and Rahul Gandhi for being elected as Lok Sabha Speaker and Leader of Opposition respectively
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updates: "Om Birla has been elected for the second time, through voice vote. I hope he will continue to keep the democratic traditions the way he was doing. I congratulate Rahul Gandhi for being selected as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha. Congress did not have the numbers in last two elections to have the their LoP. There has been a lot of breach of the parliamentary democracy and the objectives of the Constitution. Newly-elected MPs should have taken oath as decided by the Pro-tem speaker. I condemn this (Asaduddin Owaisi saying 'Jai Palestine' during his oath)."
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: There has to be difference between protests in the House and on the streets: Speaker Om Birla
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updates: Disruptions are not part of tradition of Lok Sabha; I hope I won't have to resort to any strict action: Speaker Om Birla.
Bajaj Auto's arm in Brazil commences commercial production at its plant in Manaus. The plant has engine and vehicle assembly, testing facilities and has a production capacity of 20,000 units per year in a single shift
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Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: I want to thank PM Modi, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiu and all the members of the House for giving me the opportunity to work as the Speaker of the House again. I want to thank everyone for showing trust in me
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: There is a tradition. We didn't oppose but there is a tradition that election should not be held. We showed them that we will stand facing you; we are doing that. We didn't ask for division (of votes) and Om Birla was elected in a very peaceful manner. Why is Om Birla being opposed? He is the same Lok Sabha Speaker because suspended more than 100 MPs at once. This didn't happen during Emergency
- Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal was brought out of the courtroom for tea and biscuits after his sugar level dropped. He was taken to the Ahlmad room
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: I congratulate you...You are the repository and custodian of this House...so, I urge you to give opportunities to small parties...I am confident that this Government will reduce your burden by having a Deputy Speaker. You should not be burdened a lot...The character of this House has changed, now the BJP will not be able to do steamroll
- AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: Here's what JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha said on election of Om Birla as Lok Sabha Speaker
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updates: "We want to congratulate him from JD(U). It was good that he was elected from voice vote. His earlier five-year term as Speaker was good. He will also be operating well now. There should not have been a controversy on Deputy Speaker. Anyways, it is good that everything ended on a good note."
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: A lot has been done. In 5 years, you have done very good work. But when 150 of my colleagues were suspended, we were all saddened. So, it should be an effort to see that you do not think of suspension in the next 5 years. We are always ready for dialogues
- NCP-SCP MP Supriya Sule
Himachal Pradesh: Heavy rains trigger landslide in Nahan. Road clearing efforts underway
SBI General Insurance announces Naveen Chandra Jha as the new Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer - Bureau
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: I would like to congratulate Om Birla for becoming Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. After sitting on this constitutional chair, he will play his role fairly. Now, he doesn't belong to any party. He is custodian of the entire Lok Sabha
- RJD leader Mritunjay Tiwari on Om Birla being elected as Lok Sabha Speaker
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: Celebrations at BJP office in Jaipur after Om Birla was elected as Lok Sabha Speaker
Actor and National Commission for Women Member Khushbu Sundar visited Kallakurichi police station over spurious liquor incident which led to the loss of over 60 lives
CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat arrived at LNJP Hospital to meet Delhi Minister Atishi
CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat arrived at LNJP Hospital to meet Delhi Minister Atishi who is recuperating after her fast to demand water. Here's what she said. "I came here to meet Atishi. She is fighting very bravely for the people of Delhi. It is a matter of regret that the central government and the LG are dealing the issue with biasness. It is the fight of the public and not only Atishi alone. I came here to salute her. She herself told me that she is waiting to get back to the path of struggle again."
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: 'By allowing the Opposition to speak, you are doing your duty of defending the Constitution, says LoP Rahul Gandhi
Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi says "We are confident that by allowing the Opposition to speak, by allowing us to represent the people of India, you will do your duty of defending the Constitution of India. I'd like to once again congratulate you and also all the members of the House who have won their election"
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: We will stand by all your just decisions and expect that it won't just be the opposition under check: SP chief Akhilesh Yadav to LS speaker
Spectrum auction ends with bids worth about Rs 11,000 crore: Sources
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: We expect voice of opposition will not be crushed and there will be no more expulsions: SP leader Akhilesh Yadav in LS
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: I would like to congratulate you for your successful election for the second time that you have been elected. I would like to congratulate you on behalf of the entire opposition, on behalf of the INDIA alliance. Speaker sir, this House represents the voice of India's people, and you are the final arbiter of that voice. Of course, the government has political power but the opposition also represents the voice of India's people
- Congress MP and LoP Rahul Gandhi in the House after Om Birla was elected as Lok Sabha Speaker
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: Conduct of members and their accountability increase faith of people in Parliamentary democracy: PM Modi in Lok Sabha
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updated: Previous Lok Sabha clocked 97 per cent productivity, highest in 25 years: PM
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: I want to congratulate you on behalf of the House. It is a huge responsibility for you to sit on this post for the second time during the Amrit Kaal. With your experience, we hope that you will guide us for the next 5 years. 'Aapke chehre par yeh meethi meethi muskaan poore Sadan ko prasann rakhti hai'. Becoming the Speaker for the second time is a record in itself. Balram Jakhar got the opportunity to serve as the Speaker for the second term after competing 5 years and today you are doing the same
- PM Modi
Your sweet smile keeps the entire House happy: PM Modi to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Birla's work as parliamentarian should be inspiration for new Lok Sabha members: PM Modi.
The previous Lok Sabha passed several path-breaking legislations under your leadership: PM Modi to LS Speaker Birla
BJP MP Om Birla occupies the Chair of Lok Sabha Speaker after being elected as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, LoP Rahul Gandhi and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accompany him to the Chair
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live: Here's what JMM leader Mahua Majhi said on Speaker election scheduled to happen today
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Elections Live Updates: "INDIA alliance has nominated a Dalit leader. K Suresh is an eight-time MP. If he would have been made the Deputy Speaker, then there would not have been any controversy. In the last 5 years, there was no deputy speaker. It has been a tradition to choose Deputy Speaker from the Opposition. The Opposition is strong this time. When they were adamant to not choose Deputy Speaker from the Opposition, we had no option but to go for election. They are choosing a seven-time MP when we have an eight-time MP. I extend my good wishes to Rahul Gandhi as a Leader of Opposition."
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal produced before the Rouse Avenue Court
Encounter begins at Gandoh area of Doda of J&K
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: We want a unanimous choice. We waited for government's decision. Outside, the PM is saying that they want cooperation from the opposition, but in spirit it is not happening. The opposition wants to give a message
- Congress MP KC Venugopal
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi leaves from his residence to attend the Parliament Session
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: Here's what BJP MP-actor Kangana Ranaut said on Lok Sabha Speaker election
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live Updates: "We will vote. My stand is the same as that of my party. We are very excited. For me, this is the first time, so I am very excited...We will win as our party is in power. So, our candidate will win...".
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: Here's what BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai said on Lok Sabha Speaker election
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live Updates: "Normally the Speaker is not contested but this time the Opposition is breaking all the conventions. The Speaker is above the party lines but they want to politicise the Speaker's post as well. It is very unfortunate".
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: NDA's Lok Sabha Speaker candidate Om Birla performs puja at his residence in Delhi ahead of leaving for Parliament
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: The Speaker of the Lok Sabha is not of any particular party. He is for the whole House. It is a tradition that the Speaker must be chosen unanimously... This situation has risen because of the persistence of the Oppostion. They do not have enough numbers
- Union Minister Chirag Paswan
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: NDA candidate for the position of the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla reaches the Parliament
Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live: Here's what Union Minister Chirag Paswan said on the Lok Sabha Speaker election
18th Lok Sabha Speaker Election Live Updates: "We are 100% confident (about our victory). There will be a rise in the number of votes as well when Om Birla wins this election. We were ready for discussions on the post of Deputy Speaker. Rajnath Singh was having discussions with them in front of us but the way the Opposition tried to put conditions on this was not right..."
I had come here to meet Water Minister Atishi. She is not only brave, but she also knows to fight for her people. She has been constantly fighting to resolve the issues of people of Delhi. Since the time BJP's government was formed at the Centre, the problems of CMs have increased. The support that the Centre should have given never happened
- Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav after meeting minister Atishi at LNJP Hospital
CCI approves Coforge's stake purchase in Cigniti
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Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal arrives at Rouse Avenue Court
It is better for all of us to elect the Speaker unanimously. I think we still have time and we will make one more appeal to the Congress party but if we are pushed into the election, we are prepared
- On the Lok Sabha Speaker election, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju
Resolution passed in Tamil Nadu Assembly to suspend AIADMK MLAs from this entire assembly session
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav arrives at Lok Nayak Hospital to meet Delhi minister and AAP leader Atishi who is admitted here
She was brought here on the late night of June 25 after her health deteriorated during her indefinite hunger strike over Delhi water crisis and supply of water from Haryana.
Tamil Nadu Speaker M Appavu orders to evict AIADMK MLAs from the House who disrupted the Assembly proceedings
The AIADMK MLAs had demanded adjournment of the Q&A session and raised slogans over Kallakurichi Hooch tragedy.
Delhi CM and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal brought to Rouse Avenue Court. He will be produced by CBI for a hearing in the liquor policy case
Four people died when the retaining wall collapsed on the house at Madani Nagara, outskirt of Mangaluru: Mullai Muhilan, Deputy commissioner, Dakshina Kannada
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: BJP Spokesperson CR Kesavan hits out at the Congress over the Speaker election scheduled to happen today. Here's what he said
"The Congress Party and the INDI alliance will face their first humiliating defeat in the long list of defeats to follow in the 18th Lok Sabha. It has become very clear now that the party has forced an election for Speaker to sacrifice K Suresh at the alter of Nehru-Gandhi dynasty. They made K Suresh a scapegoat to stand in election which they are certain to lose because they wanted to pave way to make Rahul Gandhi as the Leader of Opposition. the Congress has been repeatedly dishonouring established democratic norms, disrespecting and defaming Constitutional institutions and disrespecting conventions."
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Assange banned from returning to US without permission: Justice Dept
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: Who is Om Birla: From Student Leader to Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Om Birla, a prominent figure in Indian politics, has retained the Kota Lok Sabha seat in Rajasthan, securing a decisive victory over Congress's Prahlad Gunjal by a substantial margin of over 41,000 votes. His re-election marks a significant milestone as he becomes the first Lok Sabha Speaker in two decades to be re-elected to the Lower House.
Born on November 23, 1962, in Kota, Om Birla's journey into politics began during his college years where he actively engaged in student politics. His early involvement laid the foundation for a robust political career dedicated to public service and leadership.
Om Birla's political trajectory accelerated when he assumed the role of State President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), the youth wing of the BJP, in 1991. His leadership skills and organizational acumen propelled him to the position of National Vice President in 1997, solidifying his stature within the party.
A three-time MLA, Om Birla made his mark in state politics by winning the Kota South seat in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in 2003. His tenure as an MLA further enriched his understanding of legislative processes and governance, preparing him for broader responsibilities in national politics.
Elected to the Lok Sabha from Kota since 2014, Om Birla's consistent electoral success underscores his popularity and effective representation of his constituency. In 2019, he was elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, a position he has since held with distinction.
Born on November 23, 1962, in Kota, Om Birla's journey into politics began during his college years where he actively engaged in student politics. His early involvement laid the foundation for a robust political career dedicated to public service and leadership.
Om Birla's political trajectory accelerated when he assumed the role of State President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), the youth wing of the BJP, in 1991. His leadership skills and organizational acumen propelled him to the position of National Vice President in 1997, solidifying his stature within the party.
A three-time MLA, Om Birla made his mark in state politics by winning the Kota South seat in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly in 2003. His tenure as an MLA further enriched his understanding of legislative processes and governance, preparing him for broader responsibilities in national politics.
Elected to the Lok Sabha from Kota since 2014, Om Birla's consistent electoral success underscores his popularity and effective representation of his constituency. In 2019, he was elected as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, a position he has since held with distinction.
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: Who is Kodikunnil Suresh: From Grassroots to Parliamentary contender
Kodikunnil Suresh, a seasoned Congress leader hailing from Kerala, stands at a pivotal juncture in his political career as he contests for the prestigious post of Lok Sabha Speaker under the banner of the opposition INDIA bloc.
Born in 1962 to Kunjan and Thankamma, Kodikunnil Suresh's political journey commenced modestly. His early leadership roles within the Congress-affiliated Kerala Students Union marked the beginning of a dedicated career in public service. Suresh pursued higher education at Mar Ivanios College and later earned an LLB degree from Government Law College in Thiruvananthapuram.
In 1987, Suresh's ascent continued when he assumed the role of state general secretary of KSU. Notably, Congress stalwart K Karunakaran recognized his potential and nominated him to contest the Adoor Lok Sabha constituency in 1989. This marked the beginning of a successful parliamentary career, with Suresh emerging victorious in eight out of ten elections. He faced setbacks in 1998 and 2004 but continued to serve his constituency, later renamed Mavelikara.
Presently, Kodikunnil Suresh holds the distinction of being the senior-most Congress member in the Lok Sabha. He also serves as the working president of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee, demonstrating his enduring influence and strategic alignment within the party's hierarchy.
Born in 1962 to Kunjan and Thankamma, Kodikunnil Suresh's political journey commenced modestly. His early leadership roles within the Congress-affiliated Kerala Students Union marked the beginning of a dedicated career in public service. Suresh pursued higher education at Mar Ivanios College and later earned an LLB degree from Government Law College in Thiruvananthapuram.
In 1987, Suresh's ascent continued when he assumed the role of state general secretary of KSU. Notably, Congress stalwart K Karunakaran recognized his potential and nominated him to contest the Adoor Lok Sabha constituency in 1989. This marked the beginning of a successful parliamentary career, with Suresh emerging victorious in eight out of ten elections. He faced setbacks in 1998 and 2004 but continued to serve his constituency, later renamed Mavelikara.
Presently, Kodikunnil Suresh holds the distinction of being the senior-most Congress member in the Lok Sabha. He also serves as the working president of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee, demonstrating his enduring influence and strategic alignment within the party's hierarchy.
An aircraft carrying WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has left Saipan heading to Australia, reports AP
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was freed by a court on the U.S. Pacific island territory of Saipan, reports Reuters
Reuters reports, "WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was freed by a court on the U.S. Pacific island territory of Saipan on Wednesday after pleading guilty to violating U.S. espionage law, in a deal that will see him return home to Australia. During the three-hour hearing, Assange pled guilty to one criminal count of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified U.S. national defence documents but said he had believed the Constitution's First Amendment, which protects free speech, shielded his activities."
Julian Assange's plane takes off from US territory: AFP
Lockheed Martin says GOES-U weather satellite successfully launched
On TMC's "unilateral decision" remark for INDIA bloc's candidate for the Lok Sabha Speaker post
On TMC's "unilateral decision" remark for INDIA bloc's candidate for the Lok Sabha Speaker post, Congress MP K. Suresh says, "Everything cleared up yesterday evening. Their leaders - Derek O'Brien and Kalyan Banerjee - attended the INDIA Alliance meeting last evening at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence. We explained the situation, they could understand the situation and they will also cooperate with us."
The Government compelled the INDIA Alliance to contest the election, says INDIA bloc's candidate for the Lok Sabha Speaker post, Congress MP K. Suresh
INDIA bloc's candidate for the Lok Sabha Speaker post, Congress MP K. Suresh says, "The Government compelled the INDIA Alliance to contest the election. We don't want to contest the election against the Speaker but when the Government approached INDIA Alliance, especially the Congress party leadership, we asked about the Deputy Speaker post. At that time, we were not given any assurance. Yesterday, too they didn't give any assurance by 11.30 am. They said, first you support the Speaker election and after that we can discuss the Deputy Speaker. So, that reply was not satisfactory. So, our leaders decided to contest the Speaker election. This election is the adamant stand of NDA leadership. Otherwise, it could have been avoided. But, they are not ready to cooperate with Opposition, they are not ready to give a chance to Opposition party for Deputy Speaker post. That is why, this election is happening today. But this election's full responsibility is NDA leadership's."
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: "Number is not an issue but the only thing is NDA has broken the convention", says Congress MP K. Suresh
INDIA bloc's candidate for the Lok Sabha Speaker post, Congress MP K. Suresh says, "Number is not an issue but the only thing is the convention - the ruling party, the NDA has broken the convention. That is why, we are fighting (the election)."
Rupee to focus on index inclusion, currency futures expiry
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Here's what BJD MP Muzibullah Khan said about Om Birla being nominated as Speaker of the Lok Sabha by NDA
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US judge declares Assange is a 'free man' in plea deal: AFP
A US judge freed Julian Assange on Wednesday in a plea deal that ends years of legal drama for the WikiLeaks founder, long wanted by Washington for revealing military secrets. "With this pronouncement, it appears that you will be able to walk out of this courtroom a free man," the judge said after Assange pleaded guilty to a single count of conspiracy to obtain and disseminate national defense information.
South Korea exports recovering towards record high, finance minister says
South Korea's finance minister said on Wednesday exports are expected to recover near towards record-high levels in the first half of this year.
Israel's military must enlist the ultra-Orthodox
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EAM Jaishankar meets 10 journalists from Eurasian nations, appreciates their interest in greater exchanges
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Canada: Setback for Justin Trudeau as Liberal party loses longtime stronghold in bypolls
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Here's what Udhampur Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai said about security arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra
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German automaker Volkswagen Group will invest up to $5 billion in U.S. electric-vehicle maker Rivian as part of a new, equally controlled joint venture to share EV architecture and software, the companies said on Tuesday. Shares of Rivian surged about 50% in extended trade after the announcement, potentially supercharging the company's market value by nearly $6 billion, if gains hold on Wednesday. The auto industry faces a crucial time as EV startups grapple with a slowdown in demand amid high interest rates and dwindling cash, while traditional automakers struggle to build battery-powered vehicles and advanced software. The investment will provide Rivian the funding necessary to develop its less expensive and smaller R2 SUVs that are set to roll out in early 2026 and its planned R3 crossovers, CEO RJ Scaringe told Reuters.
Russian, US defence ministers discussed Ukraine by phone, Moscow says
Russian Minister of Defence Andrei Belousov and his US counterpart Lloyd Austin spoke by phone on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Ukraine, Moscow's defence ministry said. "The Ministers exchanged views on the situation around Ukraine," the ministry said in a statement. "Andrei Belousov pointed to the danger of further escalation of the situation in connection with the ongoing supply of US weapons to the Armed Forces of Ukraine."
NDA’s Om Birla vs. Opposition’s K Suresh set to battle it out for Speaker's post, voting to take place today
The stage is set for a contest for the post of Lok Sabha Speaker with BJP MP Om Birla and Congress MP K Suresh filing their nominations on Tuesday. The election will take place at 11 AM today, marking the first contest for this position since 1946.
BJP and Congress Issue Whips
Both the BJP and the Congress have issued whips, instructing their MPs to be present for the voting. The NDA has nominated Om Birla, while the Congress has put forward Kodikunnil Suresh.
Contest Highlights Political Divide
The election underscores the ongoing rift between the BJP's ruling coalition and the Congress-led INDIA opposition bloc. Traditionally, the Speaker and Deputy Speaker are elected by consensus, but this election highlights the lack of agreement between the two major political factions.
Candidates and Expectations
Om Birla, a three-time MP from Kota, Rajasthan, is expected to have an edge due to the BJP-led alliance's majority. Kodikunnil Suresh, an eight-term parliamentarian from Kerala's Mavelikara, represents the opposition. The ruling coalition can call on 293 votes compared to the opposition's 232.
Opposition's Demand for Deputy Speaker
The opposition had agreed to support the NDA nominee if the Deputy Speaker's position was left for them. However, the BJP did not concede this demand. Suresh stated, "This is the party's decision... there is a convention that Deputy Speaker will be from the opposition. But they are not ready to do this."
Union Minister Piyush Goyal countered this claim, stating there is no precedent that the Deputy Speaker's post must go to the opposition.
BJP and Congress Issue Whips
Both the BJP and the Congress have issued whips, instructing their MPs to be present for the voting. The NDA has nominated Om Birla, while the Congress has put forward Kodikunnil Suresh.
Contest Highlights Political Divide
The election underscores the ongoing rift between the BJP's ruling coalition and the Congress-led INDIA opposition bloc. Traditionally, the Speaker and Deputy Speaker are elected by consensus, but this election highlights the lack of agreement between the two major political factions.
Candidates and Expectations
Om Birla, a three-time MP from Kota, Rajasthan, is expected to have an edge due to the BJP-led alliance's majority. Kodikunnil Suresh, an eight-term parliamentarian from Kerala's Mavelikara, represents the opposition. The ruling coalition can call on 293 votes compared to the opposition's 232.
Opposition's Demand for Deputy Speaker
The opposition had agreed to support the NDA nominee if the Deputy Speaker's position was left for them. However, the BJP did not concede this demand. Suresh stated, "This is the party's decision... there is a convention that Deputy Speaker will be from the opposition. But they are not ready to do this."
Union Minister Piyush Goyal countered this claim, stating there is no precedent that the Deputy Speaker's post must go to the opposition.
