OM BIRLA VS K SURESH
Birla's decisions in last 5 years as LS speaker strengthened democracy: Chirag Paswan
The recent Lok Sabha speaker election emphasized the significance of preserving the Constitution's dignity and enhancing democracy through the decisions taken, fostering a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation between ruling and opposition parties for national progress.
President Droupadi Murmu to address joint sitting of Parliament today
President Droupadi Murmu will address the joint sitting of Parliament today, marking her first address after the formation of the third NDA government. Following her address, a motion of thanks will be discussed in both Houses. The 18th Lok Sabha session began on Monday, with the Rajya Sabha session starting today. Om Birla was re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker. In his speech, Birla called for a new vision and resolve for the 18th Lok Sabha. Rahul Gandhi emphasized the importance of allowing the opposition's voice in the House and congratulated Birla on his re-election.
Did not ask for division of votes as a constructive step, Jairam Ramesh on Lok Sabha Speaker election
Om Birla's election as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha saw significant political maneuvers, including opposition unity and NDA's majority support, highlighting the importance of consensus and strategic decisions in the parliament.
Om Birla 2.0: NDA candidate elected as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha
Om Birla, the NDA candidate, was declared Lok Sabha Speaker on Wednesday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi moved a motion in his support. Birla, a three-time MP from Kota, Rajasthan, competed against Congress' K. Suresh, an eight-term MP from Mavelikara, Kerala. This marks the fourth contested Speaker election in Lok Sabha history.
Narendra Modi & Rahul Gandhi share a warm moment at the Lok Sabha well as Birla is named Speaker
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shook hands in the Lok Sabha as Om Birla was elected Speaker of the Lower House. The gesture marked a rare warm moment between the often-opposed leaders. Birla, an MP from Kota, was elected through a voice vote after his nomination by Modi and seconding by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
PM Modi congratulates Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on securing consecutive second term
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Om Birla on his election as the Speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha for a second consecutive term on Wednesday. This announcement came moments after the PM moved a motion in support in the Lower House. "It is a matter of honour that you have been elected to this chair for second time," Prime Minister Modi acknowledged, highlighting Birla's contributions to the nation.
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PM Modi to move motion in Lok Sabha today to choose Om Birla as Speaker of the house
Today in the Lok Sabha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to move a motion to appoint Om Birla as the Speaker amid a contest with the opposition's candidate, K Suresh. MPs who haven't taken the oath will do so, followed by PM Modi initiating the motion supported by Union Ministers and other leaders. The BJP's Om Birla and Congress' K Suresh will vie for the Speaker's role, with both parties issuing whips for their MPs' presence. The election marks a significant parliamentary procedure rarely contested in recent history.
Lok Sabha Speaker election today: NDA’s Om Birla wins key Parliament post
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections: In a historic election on Wednesday, Om Birla was re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker after a motion by Prime Minister Narendra Modi received overwhelming support. Despite the opposition INDIA bloc fielding Congress' K Suresh, Birla secured the majority vote. This marks the fifth instance of a Speaker serving beyond one Lok Sabha tenure. The election underscores the evolving political dynamics and the opposition's strategic attempts to assert influence in the new parliamentary session, setting the stage for future interactions.
Lok Sabha Speaker poll: Om Birla vs K Suresh; key points
The Speaker election in the Indian Parliament showcases a dynamic interplay of political strategies and alliances. With the BJP-led NDA government holding a numerical advantage, the Opposition's attempts to rally support for their candidates underscore the competitive nature of the electoral process. Key figures like Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah are pivotal in shaping the unfolding events, while the support announcements from various parties add layers of complexity to the proceedings.
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: How is the Speaker elected and why is the post so important?
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: The Lok Sabha will elect its new Speaker on June 26, as the 18th Lok Sabha session begins. This election is crucial, with the BJP depending on its allies for a majority. The Speaker's role is vital in maintaining order and ensuring impartiality. Potential candidates include Kota MP Om Birla and Congress' K Suresh, with negotiations ongoing about the deputy speaker's position.
How pending oath of seven MPs could impact Lok Sabha Speaker election
The Lok Sabha Speaker election is scheduled for today, June 26, but there is a notable issue as seven Members of Parliament (MPs) have not taken their oath. Five of these MPs belong to the Opposition, and two are independents, which will prevent them from participating in the election, potentially weakening the Opposition's influence.
NDA vs INDIA bloc over Lok Sabha Speaker as negotiations fail
YSRCP's endorsement strengthens Om Birla's candidacy in the fiercely contested Speaker election battle amidst opposition demands for Deputy Speaker support.
LS Speaker's election: Congress issues three-line-whip to its MPs to be present in Parliament tomorrow
Amidst political negotiations, Congress supports NDA's Lok Sabha speaker candidate while emphasizing the importance of the Deputy Speaker position for the opposition, showcasing the intricacies of parliamentary discussions and power dynamics.
K Suresh: All you need to know about INDIA bloc's candidate for Lok Sabha speaker post
The INDIA bloc nominated Congress leader K Suresh for the Speaker's position against Om Birla, accusing the ruling NDA of not adhering to the convention of offering the Deputy Speaker's role to the opposition. Suresh, a Congress veteran and eight-term MP, faced electoral challenges in the past due to allegations regarding his caste certificate, which were later resolved by the Supreme Court. He won from the Mavelikkara constituency in Kerala in the 2024 elections. Suresh, born on June 4, 1962, has a legal background and has served as the minister of state for labour.
Not consulted over INDIA bloc's nominee for LS Speaker: TMC
The TMC expressed discontent over not being consulted on the Opposition's decision to nominate Congress MP K Suresh for the post of Lok Sabha Speaker. Suresh filed his nomination without TMC's support, prompting TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee to state that their party leadership will decide their stance. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hinted at a resolution by saying "Jai Samvidhan" after a conversation with Banerjee inside Lok Sabha.
K Suresh from INDIA, Om Birla from NDA: Lok Sabha speaker elections to be held for the first time ever
Senior Congress MP K Suresh has filed as the INDIA bloc's candidate for Lok Sabha Speaker after consensus eluded leaders. This marks the first contested election for Speaker since Independence, typically chosen through consensus. BJP's Piyush Goyal expressed disappointment over the lack of agreement. Rajnath Singh and Kiren Rijiju are engaging opposition for support
Congress plays 'Dalit card' whenever its defeat is certain: Chirag Paswan
Union minister and BJP ally Chirag Paswan criticised Congress for using the "Dalit card" in the Lok Sabha speaker election, alleging the opposition's tactic of fielding Dalit leaders when defeat is certain. He gave instances from previous VP and presidential votes. Paswan questioned if Dalit leaders are merely symbolic choices for the opposition after the nomination of K Suresh against NDA's Om Birla.
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: When is it? How is a Speaker elected? Who are the candidates?
Efforts by the BJP's top leadership to broker a consensus on the position of the speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha came to naught when the INDIA bloc decided to field a candidate of choice. There will now be an election to the post of the Speaker. The NDA, which has 293 MPs in the 543-member Lok Sabha, enjoys a clear majority, with the opposition INDIA bloc having 234 MPs.
Lok Sabha Elections Phase 2: From Rahul Gandhi to Arun Govil, here are the key candidates in second phase
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 2 Key Candidates: In the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections, key figures like Rahul Gandhi in Wayanad, Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram, Hema Malini in Mathura, and Arun Govil in Meerut face decisive battles. With 88 constituencies up for grabs, including significant contests in Kerala, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh, notable personalities from various parties vie for victory. The voting, spanning seven phases until June 1, with counting on June 4, marks a critical juncture in India's political landscape.
BJP seizes upon Congress MP's 'separate nation' remarks; Mallikarjun Kharge asserts India is one
In a swipe at Rahul Gandhi, who is currently spearheading the "Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra", BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad said the Congress leader is supposedly working to unite the country but has now disowned the comments of his party's MP. While Congress leaders regularly charge the BJP with violating the Constitution and "abuse" the prime minister by calling him a dictator and alleging that he will not let elections take place in the future, they have maintained a conspicuous silence on such a comment by their MP against the Constitution, Prasad said.
LS Privilege panel to hear Adhir's version on suspension at next meet on August 30
The Privileges Committee of Lok Sabha on Friday decided to ask Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury to appear before it at its next meeting to hear his side on his suspension from the House for "misconduct". The committee, chaired by BJP member Sunil Kumar Singh, also appeared to favour recommending to Speaker Om Birla to revoke Chowdhury's suspension after formally hearing his side at its meeting on August 30, Parliament sources said.
Congress leaders meet speaker Om Birla over Nishikant Dubey's remarks against party
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla with other Congress MPs to raise concerns over BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's remarks not being expunged from the records. The opposition strongly protested against an expunged portion of Monday's debate being re-recorded. Dubey alleged that NewsClick received Rs 38 crore funding which was used to create an anti-India environment.
'Govt deliberately bypassing standing committee': Manish Tewari writes to Birla over forest bill sent to joint panel
Tewari's letter to Birla comes a day after senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh lodged a protest with Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar over the bill being sent to a joint committee and demanded that it be examined by the standing committee, headed by Ramesh.
Ashok Gehlot vs Sachin Pilot: As Congress gears up for Bharat Jodo Yatra, two groups fight for dominance in hoardings
A local leader involved in the arrangements said the conflict between Gehlot and Pilot does not seem to end soon and this is clearly reflected in the hoardings. However, both the factions are believed to maintain calm during the yatra because of Venugopal's recent intervention between the two leaders, a Congress Seva Dal worker in Jhalawar's Chanwali said.
Congress MPs meet Birla, Naidu over their 'ill-treatment' by police during Delhi protests
The delegation that met LS Speaker Om Birla was led by the party's leader in Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. He narrated how some party MPs, including Karur Lok Sabha MP Jothimani, were allegedly dragged by the Delhi Police and that her clothes "were torn"
Shashi Tharoor writes to Om Birla; raises breach of privilege of Congress MP Karti Chidambaram
Writing to Birla in his capacity as chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology, Tharoor raised the issue of a "serious breach of privilege" that committee member, Karti Chidambaram, was subjected to earlier this month.
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