New Delhi, Aug. 8 -- Amid the protests by the INDIA bloc MPs, both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha were adjourned till noon on Friday.

During Question Hour, amid the Opposition protests, Speaker Om Birla repeatedly appealed for the smooth functioning of the house. As Opposition members failed to relent, Birla adjourned proceedings till noon, stating, "You are responsible for regularly disrupting House proceedings."

In the Rajya Sabha, Deputy Chairman Harivansh pointed out to the protesting members that due to continuous disruptions, the House has 56 hours and 49 minutes of the session so far.

"During the current session, due to continuous disruptions, we have lost 56 hours and 49 minutes of the session so far," he said.

However, the INDIA b...