Simple tips to make your home garden a bird haven

Simple tips to make your home garden a bird haven

Standing at the balcony with birds chirping around while sipping your favourite detox drink is among the most relaxing feelings to reset and recharge yourself in the mornings. But nowadays, due to extensive concrete and building construction around, the numbers of these garden birds have decreased extensively.But some of these adorable avians, like Parrorts, Sparrows,…

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DOJ sides with Elon Musk’s xAI in lawsuit that seeks to stop the company from running natural gas turbines; says: Threatens American national, economic and energy security by …

DOJ sides with Elon Musk’s xAI in lawsuit that seeks to stop the company from running natural gas turbines; says: Threatens American national, economic and energy security by …

Elon Musk’s xAI has received support from the US Department of Justice in a lawsuit seeking to stop the company from operating natural gas turbines. In a filing seen by Wired, the agency sided with the company, saying attempts to stop xAI from running the natural gas turbines “threatens American national, economic, and energy security…

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. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee for a meeting on June 19 to present his case against recognising a breakaway faction within the Mamata Banerjee-led party, as the Speaker weighs competing claims arising from a widening split in the TMC’s Lok Sabha ranks. The hearing comes after rebel TMC MPs sought recognition as a separate parliamentary group following their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, prompting Birla to hear both sides before taking a decision.Birla has decided to consult both the rebel camp and the official TMC leadership before ruling on the matter, news agency PTI reported, citing parliamentary sources. While dissident MPs have already met the Speaker, the Mamata Banerjee camp had sought an opportunity to present its position. The dispute has intensified amid claims by rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar that the dissident camp now commands the support of 22 MPs in the TMC’s 28-member contingent in the Lok Sabha. The rebel lawmakers have reportedly sought recognition as the “real TMC” and have also held meetings with senior BJP leaders in New Delhi, deepening the political crisis confronting the party.Ahead of the rebels’ outreach to the Speaker, MPs Kirti Azad and Sagarika Ghose from the Mamata Banerjee camp delivered a hard copy of a letter written by Abhishek Banerjee to Birla. The letter, dated June 10 and previously sent via email, urged the Speaker not to recognise any separate faction within the party.”We went to him to deliver the hard copy. He wasn’t there, so we received an acknowledgement from his office. There is no provision in the Constitution for forming a separate group,” Azad said.In his letter, Abhishek Banerjee argued that reports suggesting a group of TMC MPs could seek recognition as an independent bloc were legally untenable and contrary to constitutional provisions.”The AITC is a single, indivisible political party. The legislative party in the Lok Sabha derives its very existence from, and remains an emanation of, the political party. There is in law only one AITC, one leader of the party in the House, and one Whip, all of whom hold office by authority of the political party and its competent organisational authority,” Banerjee wrote.”No member or set of members can, by their own volition, carve out a parallel ‘group’ or ‘faction’ of the same party and claim independent recognition within the House,” he added.Abhishek Banerjee also requested that the Trinamool Congress be given an opportunity to be heard before any decision is taken regarding claims by any group seeking recognition as the party’s legitimate representative in Parliament. He further informed the Speaker that the party reserved its right to initiate proceedings under the Tenth Schedule against members whose actions may violate constitutional and legal provisions.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Common In Marathi Language’: Sanjay Raut Defends Abusive Language Against Rebel MPs | Watch“Attack on Mandate”: BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee’s Court Plea Amid Electoral ControversyRJD Workers Take Guard Duty After Security Downgrade for Lalu Yadav and Rabri Yadav’MPs Offered Rs 15 Crore Each To Switch Sides’; Whip Issued Amid Claims Of MPs Switching SidesUS Reverts Indo-Pacific Command To Pacific Command, Sparking Debate Over India’s Strategic RoleAmid Split Rumours, Shiv Sena (UBT) Asks Lok Sabha Speaker Not To Recognise Any Rebel MP GroupSpeaker Om Birla To Meet TMC Leaders Before Ruling On Rebel MPs’ NCPI Merger Bid | WatchDelhi Police Foils Alleged ISI-Backed Terror Plot, Recovers Arms And Exposes Cross-Border NetworkSanjay Raut Alleges Cash Offers To MPs; Mahua Moitra’s Response Sparks Political StormAttack On RSS Office In Jharkhand Sparks Security Concerns; BJP Demands Tough Action123PhotostoriesFrom sparrows, parrots to mynas: Simple tips to make your home garden a bird haven5 common practices Indian families call ‘normal’ but may be teaching girls they matter less5 common cleaning habits that’re making your home dirtier5 common mistakes modern couples think are normal but can slowly harm their bond and impact their kidsSamantha Ruth Prabhu’s Rs 1.16 lakh lime green saree is the refreshing fashion moment we didn’t know we neededTrisha Krishnan’s fashion evolution: Pages from the diary of the timeless style icon5 ancient Chinese skincare secrets backed up by science that you can try at homeHair fall in monsoon: 5 tried-and-tested natural oils that can help strengthen your hair and reduce shedding8 most expensive foods in India and why they are priced so highNot every heart patient needs another stent: How this FDA-approved therapy may help create ‘natural bypasses’123Hot PicksJio IPOVaibhav SooryavanshiISKCON templeFIFA World Cup Free Live StreamingSpaceX market valueIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardTata SonsKerala CM V D SatheesanTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result

. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee for a meeting on June 19 to present his case against recognising a breakaway faction within the Mamata Banerjee-led party, as the Speaker weighs competing claims arising from a widening split in the TMC’s Lok Sabha ranks. The hearing comes after rebel TMC MPs sought recognition as a separate parliamentary group following their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party of India, prompting Birla to hear both sides before taking a decision.Birla has decided to consult both the rebel camp and the official TMC leadership before ruling on the matter, news agency PTI reported, citing parliamentary sources. While dissident MPs have already met the Speaker, the Mamata Banerjee camp had sought an opportunity to present its position. The dispute has intensified amid claims by rebel MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar that the dissident camp now commands the support of 22 MPs in the TMC’s 28-member contingent in the Lok Sabha. The rebel lawmakers have reportedly sought recognition as the “real TMC” and have also held meetings with senior BJP leaders in New Delhi, deepening the political crisis confronting the party.Ahead of the rebels’ outreach to the Speaker, MPs Kirti Azad and Sagarika Ghose from the Mamata Banerjee camp delivered a hard copy of a letter written by Abhishek Banerjee to Birla. The letter, dated June 10 and previously sent via email, urged the Speaker not to recognise any separate faction within the party.”We went to him to deliver the hard copy. He wasn’t there, so we received an acknowledgement from his office. There is no provision in the Constitution for forming a separate group,” Azad said.In his letter, Abhishek Banerjee argued that reports suggesting a group of TMC MPs could seek recognition as an independent bloc were legally untenable and contrary to constitutional provisions.”The AITC is a single, indivisible political party. The legislative party in the Lok Sabha derives its very existence from, and remains an emanation of, the political party. There is in law only one AITC, one leader of the party in the House, and one Whip, all of whom hold office by authority of the political party and its competent organisational authority,” Banerjee wrote.”No member or set of members can, by their own volition, carve out a parallel ‘group’ or ‘faction’ of the same party and claim independent recognition within the House,” he added.Abhishek Banerjee also requested that the Trinamool Congress be given an opportunity to be heard before any decision is taken regarding claims by any group seeking recognition as the party’s legitimate representative in Parliament. He further informed the Speaker that the party reserved its right to initiate proceedings under the Tenth Schedule against members whose actions may violate constitutional and legal provisions.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Common In Marathi Language’: Sanjay Raut Defends Abusive Language Against Rebel MPs | Watch“Attack on Mandate”: BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee’s Court Plea Amid Electoral ControversyRJD Workers Take Guard Duty After Security Downgrade for Lalu Yadav and Rabri Yadav’MPs Offered Rs 15 Crore Each To Switch Sides’; Whip Issued Amid Claims Of MPs Switching SidesUS Reverts Indo-Pacific Command To Pacific Command, Sparking Debate Over India’s Strategic RoleAmid Split Rumours, Shiv Sena (UBT) Asks Lok Sabha Speaker Not To Recognise Any Rebel MP GroupSpeaker Om Birla To Meet TMC Leaders Before Ruling On Rebel MPs’ NCPI Merger Bid | WatchDelhi Police Foils Alleged ISI-Backed Terror Plot, Recovers Arms And Exposes Cross-Border NetworkSanjay Raut Alleges Cash Offers To MPs; Mahua Moitra’s Response Sparks Political StormAttack On RSS Office In Jharkhand Sparks Security Concerns; BJP Demands Tough Action123PhotostoriesFrom sparrows, parrots to mynas: Simple tips to make your home garden a bird haven5 common practices Indian families call ‘normal’ but may be teaching girls they matter less5 common cleaning habits that’re making your home dirtier5 common mistakes modern couples think are normal but can slowly harm their bond and impact their kidsSamantha Ruth Prabhu’s Rs 1.16 lakh lime green saree is the refreshing fashion moment we didn’t know we neededTrisha Krishnan’s fashion evolution: Pages from the diary of the timeless style icon5 ancient Chinese skincare secrets backed up by science that you can try at homeHair fall in monsoon: 5 tried-and-tested natural oils that can help strengthen your hair and reduce shedding8 most expensive foods in India and why they are priced so highNot every heart patient needs another stent: How this FDA-approved therapy may help create ‘natural bypasses’123Hot PicksJio IPOVaibhav SooryavanshiISKCON templeFIFA World Cup Free Live StreamingSpaceX market valueIND vs AFG ScorecardUGC NET admit cardTata SonsKerala CM V D SatheesanTop TrendingSairaj BahutaleFrance vs Senegal Live ScoreKarley SwindelFIFA World Cup 2026Jewar Noida International AirportHormuz BlockadeSpaceXCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeAustria vs Jordan Match Result

NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abhishek Banerjee for a meeting on June 19 to present his case against recognising a breakaway faction within the Mamata Banerjee-led party, as the Speaker weighs competing claims arising from a widening split in the TMC’s Lok Sabha ranks. The hearing comes…

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‘Forced to continue PM SHRI’: Kerala CM V D Satheesan says Centre ‘shouldn’t interfere with curriculum freedom’

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During a conversation with Pinkvilla, Kapoor opened up about the doubts he faced before agreeing to star in the film. Despite eventually delivering one of the most acclaimed performances of his career, he revealed that he initially struggled to understand how he could portray a character whose life was so different from his own. Shahid…

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