On Saturday, the Lok Sabha Speaker announced the formation of six new parliamentary committees for the 2024-25 term. This restructuring includes the appointment of chairpersons for each committee, aimed at enhancing parliamentary oversight and effectiveness.

On the 78th Independence Day, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla hoisted the national flag at his residence in New Delhi. The occasion was marked by his heartfelt tribute to the freedom fighters whose sacrifices paved the way for India's independence.

The Delhi High Court has ordered Google Inc. and X Corp (formerly known as Twitter) to remove posts that falsely allege that Anjali Birla, the daughter of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, passed the UPSC exams on her first attempt due to her father's influence. This interim order was issued by Justice Navin Chawla, directing the removal of the posts within 24 hours. Additionally, the court has restrained unidentified defendants from making any defamatory allegations related to this matter.

The account in question, @dhruvrahtee, described itself as a fan and parody account not affiliated with Rathee’s official account.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is leading an Indian Parliamentary Delegation (IPD) to the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, a two-day event beginning Thursday in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Portions of Rahul Gandhi’s maiden speech as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha have been expunged from the parliamentary records on the orders of the Speaker.

The Lok Sabha witnessed a heated session as opposition members, led by Rahul Gandhi, demanded a thorough discussion on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) controversy. The uproar stemmed from allegations of a paper leak and irregularities surrounding the NEET and UGC-NET examinations.

Denmark’s Ambassador to India, Freddy Svane, praised President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the joint sitting of Parliament as “fantastic.” He expressed Denmark’s anticipation of India’s economic growth and its emergence as a strong global power. Svane highlighted the extensive agenda outlined by President Murmu and looked forward to India’s continued development.

The newly elected Lok Sabha MP called for thorough discussions on critical bills, citing concerns over the passage of the Article 370 bill.

Besides lauding Birla's work as a parliamentarian, PM Modi also acknowledged his 'smile' and polite demeanour.

Following the win, Om Birla was congratulated by PM Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, both of whom escorted him to the Speaker’s chair. 

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will second the motion as the post will see an election for the first time since 1976.