July 6, 2026 4:57 PM

Vice President, PM Modi and Union Ministers pay tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and several Union Ministers on Monday paid tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, remembering his contributions as an educationist, statesman, political leader and champion of national unity. PM Modi also penned an op-ed on Mookerjee's life, highlighting his contributions as Vice-Chancellor, Union Minister and political leader. The Prime Minister emphasised Mookerjee's rol...

July 5, 2026 2:09 PM

LS Speaker Om Birla urges constructive debate in legislatures, says leadership is built on ideas, not disruptions

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Saturday called for meaningful democratic dialogue and constructive legislative functioning, asserting that leadership is built through facts, reason and ideas rather than sloganeering, disruptions or legislative deadlocks. Addressing the valedictory session of a two-day Orientation Programme for Members of the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly, LS Speaker Birla said legislatures must remain forums for discussion, deliberation and solutions, where debates contr...

June 21, 2026 11:32 AM

Yoga is a powerful means of maintaining mental peace and emotional balance: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday led a special yoga session with Members of Parliament in the Parliament House Complex on the occasion of the 12th International Day of Yoga, emphasizing that yoga is a powerful tool for maintaining mental peace, patience, emotional balance and a disciplined lifestyle. Addressing MPs and participants after the session, Speaker Birla said yoga represents India’s timeless civilisational heritage and offers humanity a pathway to health, harmony and inner peace...

June 17, 2026 12:26 PM

Maharana Pratap’s legacy continues to inspire nation-building and patriotism: LS Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday paid tribute to Maharana Pratap, describing the legendary Mewar ruler's life as an unparalleled example of patriotism, sacrifice, courage, and the relentless struggle for freedom that continues to inspire generations of Indians. Addressing a commemorative event in Udaipur dedicated to Maharana Pratap's life and legacy, LS Speaker Birla said the historic land of Mewar has given the world a timeless message of valour, self-respect, and unwavering commitment t...

June 10, 2026 4:09 PM

LS Speaker Om Birla congratulates PM Modi on historic milestone, says his leadership has defined an era

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, describing the achievement as a defining moment in the country's democratic journey and a milestone that will be remembered for generations. PM Modi completed 4,399 consecutive days in office, surpassing the record held by India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, who served 4,398 consecutive days after the country's first general elections. In a ...

June 8, 2026 10:18 AM

Public participation, entrepreneurship and innovation key to Viksit Bharat 2047: LS Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday said that the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 can only be achieved through public participation, innovation, entrepreneurship and collective resolve, stressing that economic growth and nation-building must advance together to ensure inclusive development. Addressing the National Conclave of the Maheshwari community on the theme ‘Maheshwaris & the Making of Viksit Bharat 2047’ in New Delhi, Birla said India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation...

May 28, 2026 2:30 PM

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla pays floral tributes to Veer Savarkar on birth anniversary

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday paid floral tributes to Swatantryaveer Vinayak Damodar Savarkar in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Several Union Ministers, Members of Parliament and former MPs also paid homage to Veer Savarkar during the commemorative event. Among those present were Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilisers Shri J.P. Nadda, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Shri Kiren Rij...

May 19, 2026 12:07 PM

Maharaja Agrasen’s ideals of equality and collective participation still relevant today: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday said the principles of Maharaja Agrasen - equality, inclusiveness, cooperation and collective participation - remain highly relevant in the modern era, asserting that India’s progress depends on collective participation and self-reliance. Addressing the National Convention and Investiture Ceremony of the newly elected office-bearers of the Akhil Bharatiya Agarwal Sammelan, Speaker Birla said Maharaja Agrasen had established a model of governance based on s...

April 30, 2026 9:39 PM

President Murmu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extend greetings on eve of Buddha Purnima

President Droupadi Murmu and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday extended warm greetings to the nation on the eve of Buddha Purnima, highlighting the enduring relevance of Lord Buddha’s teachings in today’s world. In her message, President Murmu conveyed her heartfelt wishes to citizens and followers of Bhagwan Buddha across the globe. She noted that the auspicious occasion marks the significant events of Bhagwan Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana. Emphasizing his timel...

April 29, 2026 7:22 PM

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla calls for collective action on sustainable conservation, highlights role of communities in Uttarakhand

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday called for a coordinated and proactive approach involving all stakeholders to ensure sustainable development and ecological balance, stressing that community participation and traditional knowledge systems are key to tackling climate change. Addressing representatives of Van Panchayats, Panchayati Raj Institutions, and Urban Local Bodies at the Dr. Raghunandan Singh Tolia Administrative Academy in Nainital, Birla said grassroots institutions play a crucia...