Today, President Droupadi Murmu addresses Parliament as the 18th Lok Sabha session commences. Lok Sabha Speaker Birla calls for a new vision. PM Modi and Defence Minister Singh's roles in the 17th Lok Sabha are noted. Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi stresses the significance of the opposition voice and commemorates the 50th Emergency anniversary.

The Supreme Court of India marks its 75th year with a historic six-day Special Lok Adalat from June 29, aiming to resolve 10,000 cases free of cost. Led by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, the initiative seeks amicable settlements across various legal domains to alleviate case backlogs and promote social justice.

Prime Minister Modi hinted at Congress's strategic tactic by reinstating Sam Pitroda after his resignation, creating confusion and forcing opponents to react. The move aligns with Modi's past observations of Congress leaders strategically making controversial statements and reintegrating into mainstream politics.

Amid India's scorching summer, women across rural and urban areas endure severe heat stress, impacting their health and incomes disproportionately. From Delhi to rural Chhattisgarh, extreme temperatures exacerbate existing hardships, affecting livelihoods in sectors like waste picking and agriculture, while amplifying health risks like dehydration and exhaustion, especially for marginalized communities.

The discussion revolves around the critical issue of Indian adults failing to meet WHO physical activity guidelines, leading to various health risks. A sedentary lifestyle is linked to a surge in lifestyle-related diseases, impacting both physical and mental well-being. Prioritizing wellness and combating the dangers of sedentary habits is essential for a healthier lifestyle.

India is enhancing its training programs for foreign military personnel to strengthen defense ties with countries in the Gulf, ASEAN, and Africa. This effort includes advanced training and military exchanges, demonstrating India's military expertise. Additionally, India aims to increase exports of its defense equipment, such as BrahMos missiles and Tejas fighters, to bolster international partnerships.

My criminal actions led to a tragic outcome, with the investigation officer pushing for severe consequences. My time in college was cut short due to my detrimental behavior.

After Amritpal Singh won Khadoor Sahib LS seat by highest margin in Punjab while locked up in Dibrugarh jail, his fellow NSA-detainee Bhagwant Singh 'Pradhan Mantri' Bajeke has indicated that he is keen to contest Gidderbaha assembly bypoll in Punjab's Muktsar as claimed in a 32-second video posted by a youth who claims to be Bajeke's son. Gidderbaha is part of Faridkot parliamentary constituency, from where Sarabjit Singh Khalsa, son of Beant Singh, one of the assassins of former PM Indira Gandhi, was elected as an MP.

AIADMK MLAs, led by Palaniswami, were suspended for demanding Kallakurichi hooch tragedy discussion. Despite submitting a notice, they were evicted after accusations of political engagement, opposition suppression, and dismissal of concerns by the DMK-led government.

In the order, the judges said the issue raised in the petition «needs urgent attention» of all concerned, specially higher-ups, including a Railway Board member and zonal safety commissioners. HC directed WR and Central Railway general managers to file an affidavit in reply to the PIL, and list measures to check mishaps. After receiving the replies, «HC may consider setting up a committee of commissioners/body of experts to conduct a study to suggest measures for meeting the challenge of daily train passenger deaths in Mumbai».

Rajasthan's CM Bhajan Lal Sharma and Governor Kalraj Mishra celebrated Om Birla's reelection as Lok Sabha Speaker, emphasizing pride for Rajasthan. Birla, a three-time Kota MP nominated by the NDA, secured his position after PM Narendra Modi's motion passed by voice vote, ending contentious debates. Mishra highlighted Birla's role in strengthening democracy, while Sharma praised his dedication to public service and predicted enhanced parliamentary standards.

Awaiting oath, MLAs Bandyopadhyay, Sarkar face impasse as governor delays. Sit-in protest staged at assembly. Speaker Biman Banerjee expressed readiness to facilitate the ceremony within the Assembly if the governor consents. The governor had initially invited both MLAs to attend the oath-taking ceremony at Raj Bhavan on June 26.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting attended by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to discuss the security situation. Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed security agencies to work in a mission mode. Recent terror strikes in Reasi, Kathua, and Doda have resulted in casualties. One terrorist was gunned down in the Gandoh area of Doda.

Rahul Gandhi, Congress MP from Rae Bareli, congratulated Om Birla on his appointment as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha on Tuesday after being named Leader of the Opposition. Gandhi expressed hope that the opposition would be permitted to express the people's voice in the House. Congratulating Birla for being elected as the Speaker of the Lower House, Rahul Gandhi said he hoped that the Opposition would be allowed to raise ​​the voice of the people in the House.

The Lok Sabha Speaker condemned the 1975 Emergency, highlighting the importance of democracy and freedom of expression. Despite opposition protests, the session adjourned until June 27, emphasizing the ongoing fight against dictatorship and the protection of democratic values.

Recent terror attacks in various regions caused casualties among pilgrims and security personnel, with nine pilgrims and a CRPF jawan losing their lives. The incidents highlight the ongoing security challenges in the affected areas. The gunfight started as the police intensified their search and cordon operation following two terrorist attacks in the mountainous district on June 11 and 12.

Om Birla of the BJP-led NDA was elected as Speaker for the 18th Lok Sabha by voice vote on Wednesday. The election followed a motion moved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and seconded by Union Minister Rajnath Singh and JD(U) leader Lalan Singh. The election was necessitated after the NDA and INDIA bloc failed to reach a consensus on a Speaker candidate. Prime Minister Narendra Modi moved the motion to elect Om Birla as Lok Sabha Speaker.

Recent security alert in Pathankot due to suspicious sightings of two suspicious armed individuals moving in villages near the Pathankot district of Punjab, which borders the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir. The forces have assembled and initiated a combing and sanitisation operation and there is nothing to panic, as the security forces have the situation under control, he added.