Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has directed 20 Trinamool Congress MPs who voted against the party line to submit explanations within seven days.

The Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP), and Trinamool Congress (TMC) boycotted a customary meeting with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla following an acrimonious monsoon session of Parliament, though the DMK attended.

A BJP Member of Parliament has submitted a contempt notice against Rahul Gandhi to Speaker Om Birla, citing remarks made by Gandhi in Parliament.

TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee met with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to request an expedited decision on pending disqualification petitions against twenty rebel Members of Parliament. Banerjee also asked for a review of seating arrangements for the MPs.

Speaker Om Birla has approved the merger of six rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) Members of Parliament with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction. This move strengthens the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in India.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirmed that the inquiry report on corruption charges against Justice Yashwant Varma will be presented in the monsoon session, despite his resignation, with the House to decide next steps.

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has called for the disqualification of six rebel Members of Parliament, alleging their defection is part of a 'larger political conspiracy' dubbed 'Operation Devendra,' and urged Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to uphold the rule of law.

Abhishek Banerjee of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has challenged the merger of TMC rebels with the NCPI, citing the 10th schedule of the constitution and deeming the merger 'invalid' after meeting with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

The Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, is scheduled to meet with Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders before making a decision on the approval of a significant defection within Parliament.

Abhishek Banerjee of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) has appeared before the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with a case concerning a 'provocative' speech. This appearance comes amidst a crisis within the TMC and follows a 19-hour grilling session.

Speaker Om Birla has asked the Centre to form groups and brief Members of Parliament on the crop insurance scheme, which provides affordable coverage against losses from natural calamities and other risks.

The Lok Sabha rejected by voice vote, on March 11, a resolution under Article 94(C) of the Constitution for the removal of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla from office, but only after a hostile debate on…

Lok Sabha witnessed a heated exchange as Rahul Gandhi's speech on the energy crisis was cut short by Speaker Om Birla.

After a resolution seeking removal of Speaker Om Birla from office was defeated in the Lok Sabha, the BJP hit out at the Opposition, saying the “conspiracy” of the Congress and its allies to lower…

During the debate on the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on BJP's Kiren Rijiju

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formed the Privileges Committee, chaired by Ravi Shankar Prasad, to address breach of privilege complaints among lawmakers.

Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has formed friendship groups with 64 countries, with many of these groups to be led by Opposition MPs.

Officials added that more such groups were being planned.

The Indian Congress party has criticized Speaker Om Birla's visit to Dhaka, suggesting it was a "gift" to silence the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha.

India's Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be debated and voted on, amidst opposition challenges.

TMC MP Mahua Moitra has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, seeking intervention after she was allegedly asked to vacate a circuit house in Bengal late at night.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has requested a proposal for the construction of a new porch at Makar Dwar. The proposed covered entryway aims to provide shelter for Members of Parliament and staff from rain, with CPWD officials tasked to investigate its feasibility and cost.

Sources indicate that Kiren Rijiju met with Congress leaders in the presence of Speaker Om Birla following remarks made by Rahul Gandhi concerning Amit Shah.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called for a consensus among political parties to facilitate a debate on a proposed tougher anti-paper leak law, aiming to address concerns over examination integrity.

Om Birla, the Speaker of the Indian Parliament, has approved the merger of Uddhav Thackeray's rebel faction with the Shinde Sena and TMC rebels with the NCPI, ahead of an all-party meeting and the monsoon session.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to rule on merger disputes involving 20 rebel TMC MPs seeking to join the NCPI and six Shiv Sena (UBT) lawmakers aiming to merge with the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction before the monsoon session.

Members of Parliament from the Shiv Sena (UBT) faction have appealed to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla not to grant separate recognition to rebel MPs, amidst ongoing political tensions within the party.

Fearing a fresh split within the party, Sena (UBT) has urged Speaker Om Birla to deny recognition to rebel Members of Parliament.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is set to hear both sides in the ongoing dispute between Mamata Banerjee and rebel factions before making a decision.

While none from the rebel camp contested the screenshots, almost everyone voiced grievance against Abhishek Banerjee. Lashing out, Abhishek said, “BJP has been trying many tactics — from creating rift in our party to intimidating party workers, taking over party offices, and destroying our organisation. But no matter what they do, they cannot deny the fact that 2.6 crore people voted for us and we got a 41% votes. We will continue to fight against this oppression.”

An article explores the relevance of Rabindranath Tagore's song 'Ekla Cholo Re' as a guide for navigating a divided world, from Birla House to New York.

Indian Parliament Speaker Om Birla explained that parliamentary discussions often extend late into the night because all members are given the opportunity to express their opinions, even when views differ. He highlighted the importance of ensuring every voice is heard in the legislative process.

During the Parliament Budget Session, the Lok Sabha is continuing its discussion on the Demands for Grants for the Union Railways Ministry, while the Rajya Sabha is discussing the Appropriation Bill 2026. This follows concerns expressed by Om Birla over the display of placards and banners in Parliament.

Speaker Om Birla has called upon floor leaders to ensure that the dignity and decorum of the House are maintained.

Major news headlines include the Centre invoking the Essential Commodities Act to prioritize natural gas allocation and the Lok Sabha defeating a resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla by voice vote after a two-day debate.

The committee is probing the allegations against high court judge Yashwant Varma over the discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence in Delhi last year

Amid strained ties with the opposition parties, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday constituted Parliamentary Friendship Groups with more than 60 countries.

Om Birla has initiated the formation of global 'Friendship Groups' involving various leaders, including Shashi Tharoor and Asaduddin Owaisi, to foster international parliamentary relations.

India's Lok Sabha is expected to consider a notice from the opposition against Speaker Om Birla on March 9. This development signals growing political tensions within the parliament.

Kanimozhi's attendance at the Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's customary tea party, while other opposition parties skipped it, has led to speculation about a potential alliance between DMK and BJP.

India's Home Minister Amit Shah has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to allocate time for a debate on the ongoing NEET protests. This move indicates the government's readiness to discuss the student concerns in parliament.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla criticized the Opposition for stalling House proceedings, urging members to adhere to parliamentary decorum and emphasizing that democracy is strengthened through discussion and dialogue.

Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee held a 20-minute meeting with Speaker Om Birla, during which he reportedly presented two letters.

Newly surfaced 'secret' photos show rebel MPs from Team Uddhav meeting Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at his residence in Delhi on June 17, where they submitted a letter seeking separate recognition before their defection.

A Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader has written to Speaker Om Birla, flagging concerns about the safety of Members of Parliament after a mob attacked Mahua Moitra in Nadia.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that solutions to global challenges are increasingly emerging from India's Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

Speaker Om Birla is scheduled to hear both sides regarding the merger of 20 rebel MPs with the NCPI. This decision follows a request from the TMC brass to address the issue.

A political crisis in India's TMC party escalates as 20 rebel MPs announce a merger with a lesser-known Tripura party, prompting Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to verify signatures.

Rebel TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar alleged that nearly 20 party MPs had written to Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla to convey their support for the BJP-led NDA, indicating a significant internal rebellion within Mamata Banerjee's party.

A nine-year-old girl was tragically mauled to death by stray dogs in Rajasthan, India. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla visited the aggrieved family to offer condolences.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla questioned the absence of a minister during Question Hour, stressing its importance over other meetings, and urged MPs to refrain from chatting during obituary references.

The suspension of eight opposition MPs from the Lok Sabha is likely to be revoked on Tuesday, sources said, citing a decision taken at a meeting convened by Speaker Om Birla.

Individuals with dynastic and feudal mindset seek to confine even democratic institutions within their own limited spheres, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his letter to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and also emphasised that “there exists a clear distinction between disagreement and disrespect.”

Birla said he was grateful to the members of the House for the faith reposed in him during debate and thanked all those who spoke in favour of him as well as against him

The Congress party views the notice for the removal of Speaker Om Birla as a strong message against the undermining of the opposition under BJP rule, buoyed by TMC's support for a no-confidence motion.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that development and environment should not be viewed as opposing forces, advocating for a balanced approach.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has re-constituted a three-member committee to investigate the corruption allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, the judge of the Allahabad High Court, at whose home piles of burnt cash was found.

The Friendship Groups include various Opposition members, including those suspended from the Lok Sabha in the recent Budget session

Bangladesh is undergoing a significant political transformation as the era dominated by Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia, known as the 'battle of begums,' comes to an end, with Tarique Rahman emerging as a new leader.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and other Indian officials will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's Prime Minister-elect Tarique Rahman, following his party's landslide victory.