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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
BRICS must intervene as terror infra very much active in Pakistan, says Birla
NEW DELHI: In a sharp rebuke to the BRICS Parliamentary Forum, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla accused Pakistan of failing to dismantle terror networks operating from its soil, while defending India's recent counter-terror operations. 'Pakistan has failed to take concrete action against the terrorist infrastructure operating from its territory,' Birla said during a bilateral meeting with the President of the Federal Senate of Brazil, Davi Alcolumbre. Referring to the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, Birla said: 'The recent terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, India, in which 26 innocent civilians were brutally killed, has shaken not only India but also the conscience of the entire world.' He added that India had exercised 'its right to respond, to prevent such cross-border attacks in the future, and to defend itself.'
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pak has failed to act against terror infra operating from its soil: Lok Sabha Speaker
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla took on Pakistan on the opening day of BRICS Parliamentary Forum by stating that it has failed to take concrete action against the terrorist infrastructure operating from its made these remarks at a bilateral meeting with the president of the Federal Senate of Brazil, Davi about Operation Sindoor, he said it was a measured, non-provocative, proportionate and responsible counter-reaction. Its sole objective was to destroy terrorist infrastructure and neutralise the capabilities of terrorists, he was quoted in an official statement. He asserted that India is firmly committed to a policy of zero-tolerance towards all forms of terrorism and gives a strong response to every terrorist in the BRICS Parliamentary Forum at Brasilia in Brazil, Birla said, "India supports a fair and rule-based global trading system-one that adequately addresses the needs and aspirations of the Global South."He expressed concern that representation of developing countries in international institutions remains inadequate. Therefore, BRICS countries must collectively make concrete efforts to enhance the participation of the Global South in such institutions, he said.
United News of India
5 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
India has outperformed global growth average despite challenges: Om Birla
Brasilia/New Delhi, June 5 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said despite the global uncertainties and domestic challenges, India has consistently outperformed the global growth average. 'Rising from the 10th largest economy in 2014 to the 4th largest today is a testament to India's robust policies and the strength of its people,' Birla said while addressing the 2nd Working Session of the BRICS Parliamentary Forum here on the theme 'BRICS Parliamentary Action in Search of New Paths for Economic Development', an official statement said. He said that from 2014-15 to 2024-25, India's GDP has grown at an average rate of over 7 percent, making it the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Birla noted that India is not only the world's largest and most vibrant democracy but also a nation with stable governance, strong constitutional institutions, the rule of law, a transparent and accountable tax system, and decisive leadership that has earned the trust of global investors. The Lok Sabha Speaker said that India supports a fair and rule-based global trading system—one that adequately addresses the needs and aspirations of the Global South. 'India views the BRICS Parliamentary Forum as a vital platform—where through shared efforts and dialogue, we can redefine the contours of economic development. This forum further reinforces our commitment to mutual cooperation, solidarity, and the welfare of our citizens,' the Speaker added. Moreover, during his bilateral meeting with President of the Federal Senate of Brazil, Davi Alcolumbre, Birla said that terrorism is the biggest threat to global peace and stability. While referring to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 innocent civilians were brutally killed, Birla said, 'Pakistan has failed to take concrete action against the terrorist infrastructure operating from its territory; India exercised its right to respond, to prevent such cross-border attacks in the future, and to defend itself.' On Operation Sindoor, Birla said that these steps were 'measured, non-provocative, proportionate, and responsible'. Their sole objective was to destroy terrorist infrastructure and neutralise the capabilities of terrorists. 'Today's India is firmly committed to a policy of zero tolerance towards all forms of terrorism and gives a strong response to every terrorist attack,' he added. On the sidelines of the BRICS Parliamentary Forum, the Lok Sabha Speaker also held a bilateral meeting with the President of the Chamber of Deputies of Brazil Hugo Motta. Birla observed that India and Brazil are natural partners. Both countries have, from time to time, provided direction and momentum to their bilateral relations through high-level dialogues. He added, 'There is extensive collaboration between the two countries in areas such as defence, technology, space, energy, and culture. The special session organised by the Brazilian Congress in 2022 on the occasion of 75 years of India's independence is a testament to our special friendship.'
