Om Birla Archives - National Times

15 Feb

Om Birla to Represent India at Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s Swearing-In Ceremony in Dhaka

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New Delhi/Dhaka (Rajeev Sharma): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh’s new government led by Tarique Rahman in Dhaka on February 17, the government announced on Sunday.An official statement said Birla’s participation reflects the “deep and enduring friendship” between India and Bangladesh and reaffirms New Delhi’s commitment to democratic processes in the neighbourhood. Bangladesh had formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the ceremony. However, Modi will be engaged in bilateral talks with visiting French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on the same day. He will also attend the India-AI Impact Summit…

09 Feb

Opposition to move no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

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New Delhi, February 9, 2026: Opposition parties on Monday decided to submit a notice for a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, accusing him of partisan conduct and curbing the rights of opposition members in the House. The decision was taken during a meeting of opposition leaders held at the residence of Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. Confirming the development, senior Left Front MP N K Premchandran said the Speaker’s actions had compelled the opposition to unite against him. Premchandran alleged that the Speaker did not allow Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to speak in the Lok Sabha and…

26 Sep

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Inaugurates Legislative Drafting Workshop in Haryana

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Chandigarh, September 26 — Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday inaugurated a two-day training workshop on Legislative Drafting and Capacity Building, organized by the Haryana Vidhan Sabha in collaboration with the Lok Sabha’s Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies. Addressing the participants, he said that clear and transparent laws form the essence of democracy and strengthen public trust in governance.The workshop was held at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Sector 26, Chandigarh. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, Karnataka Assembly Speaker U.T. Khadar Fareed, and Haryana Deputy Speaker Dr. Krishan…

26 Sep

CM Nayab Singh Saini: Future Challenges and Technology Must Shape Legislative Drafting

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Chandigarh, September 26 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday stressed that legislative drafting is not merely a technical exercise but a tool to strengthen democracy, make governance more effective, and bring it closer to the people. Speaking at a two-day training workshop on Legislative Drafting and Capacity Building, he said that strong and clear laws are the true foundation of any democratic system.The workshop, organized by the Haryana Vidhan Sabha in collaboration with the Lok Sabha’s Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies, was held at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration in Sector 26, Chandigarh.…

21 Aug

Lok Sabha Adjourns Sine Die, Let’s Look At The Key Bills Passed in The Monsoon Session

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New Delhi, August 21, 2025: The Monsoon Session of Parliament ended on Thursday with the Lok Sabha being adjourned sine die by Speaker Om Birla. The session, which began on July 21, witnessed frequent protests and disruptions, limiting effective debate to just 37 hours. Despite the chaos, the House managed to pass 12 significant legislations.Among the major bills was the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025, which seeks to update maritime laws in line with international standards, focusing on safety and environmental protection. The Indian Ports Bill, 2025 was also cleared, replacing the colonial-era framework with a modern law on port governance.Other…

04 Jul

Artists Showcase India’s Cultural Splendour at National Conference of Urban Local Bodies’ Chairpersons

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Chandigarh, July 4 — A vibrant cultural evening marked the ongoing National Conference of Urban Local Bodies’ Chairpersons in Manesar, Gurugram, where artists from diverse regions showcased the rich tapestry of India’s cultural heritage. The event was graced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan, Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, Aarti Singh Rao, and other dignitaries.The evening commenced with a mesmerising performance of Gandharva instrumental music, directed by Pandit Chetan Joshi. The presentation, deeply rooted in the traditions of Haryana and Indian classical instruments, recreated the celestial melodies believed to…

03 Jul

Urban Local Bodies Play Crucial Role in Building a Developed Nation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

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Chandigarh, July 3 — Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday underlined the crucial role of urban local bodies in strengthening democracy and contributing to the vision of a developed India by 2047. He urged urban representatives to adopt innovative practices, effective governance, and practical skills to fulfil their responsibilities towards making India’s cities among the cleanest and most beautiful in the world.Speaking at the inauguration of the first two-day National Conference on Urban Local Bodies held at the ICAT-2 campus auditorium in Manesar, Birla said urban local bodies represent the smallest yet most impactful units of the nation, directly…

07 Jun

India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

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Brasilia [Brazil], June 7, 2025 – India has been officially named the host of the next BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026, as announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the conclusion of the 11th edition of the forum held in Brasilia. The announcement came alongside a strong joint declaration by member nations, which collectively condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and endorsed a global zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.In his statement, Birla reaffirmed India's commitment to multilateral cooperation and said, “The agenda will be set for the Summit in India, and India will ensure a successful and…