Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge Host INDIA Bloc Meeting in New Delhi

A meeting of the floor leaders of the INDIA bloc will be held today at 5 p.m. at Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence in New Delhi. The discussions are expected to focus on the post of Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker.

Om Birla Reappointed as Lok Sabha Speaker

On Wednesday, BJP MP Om Birla was reappointed as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha after a motion by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh was adopted by the House through a voice vote. The opposition had nominated K Suresh for the post but did not press for a division vote.

Debate Over Deputy Speaker Post

The opposition INDIA bloc has been demanding the Deputy Speaker post, but the ruling BJP-led NDA has not provided clarity. The INDIA bloc nominated Congress MP K Suresh for the post, leading to an election for the position.

President Murmu Criticizes 1975 Emergency

President Droupadi Murmu criticized the 1975 Emergency imposed by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, calling it the darkest chapter in India’s history. The Lok Sabha also adopted a resolution condemning the Emergency.

Controversy Over ‘Sengol’

Samajwadi Party MP RK Chaudhary’s comments on the ‘Sengol’ in Parliament sparked controversy. He called it a symbol of monarchy and demanded its removal to uphold the Constitution.