'Confession of Congress' failures': BJP asks Sonia to break silence on Manish Tewari's 26/11 reference in book
3 years, 1 month ago

'Confession of Congress' failures': BJP asks Sonia to break silence on Manish Tewari's 26/11 reference in book

India TV News  

Highlights BJP said that the UPA gov had put national security at stake by not responding strongly after 26/11 Manish Tewari said that then UPA govt had gone soft which is not a sign of strength, but weakness Tewari said that India should have actioned a kinetic response in the days following India's 9/11 The Bharatiya Janata Party has launched a scathing attack on the Congress over senior party leader Manish Tewari's new book wherein he criticised the erstwhile Manmohan Singh government for going soft after the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai. Addressing the media, BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said that the Congress-led UPA government had put national security at stake by not responding strongly after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Tewari in his book '10 Flash Points; 20 Years - National Security Situations that Impacted India' said that the government had then gone soft in the name of restraint which is not a sign of 'strength', but 'weakness'. "The book confirms that the Congress-led UPA government was insensitive, useless and was even not concerned about national security," Bhatia said, adding that the Manish Tewari, who was a minister in Congress rule, has admitted that his government had put national security at stake.

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PM Modi attacks Congress on caste in big Maharashtra blitz
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi attacks Congress on caste in big Maharashtra blitz

Hindustan Times  

The Congress is attempting to divide the country and create rifts between different castes, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday as he slammed the Opposition in his first rally for the upcoming Maharashtra elections and urged the electorate to remain united. “Since Nehru’s time, Congress and his family opposed reservation and now their fourth generation yuvraj is working for …

Congress doing politics over Katni incident but silent on Kolkata rape-murder case, alleges MP BJP
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress doing politics over Katni incident but silent on Kolkata rape-murder case, alleges MP BJP

The Hindu  

The Madhya Pradesh BJP on Friday accused the Congress of playing politics over the Katni incident in which a woman and her grandson were beaten up by the Government Railway Police personnel, and questioned the Opposition party's "silence" over the rape-murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The Madhya Pradesh government on Thursday suspended six GRP personnel, including a police …

Rahul Gandhi breaks silence on Kolkata rape-murder case: ‘Attempt to save accused’
4 months, 1 week ago

Rahul Gandhi breaks silence on Kolkata rape-murder case: ‘Attempt to save accused’

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday expressed his shock and outrage over the gruesome rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, and said there is a growing insecurity among the medical community and women across the country. In his first reaction since the Thursday night incident, Gandhi criticised the handling of the case and questioned the safety measures …

Sonia Gandhi attacks Centre for not conducting Census
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sonia Gandhi attacks Centre for not conducting Census

Deccan Chronicle  

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi criticized the Modi government on Wednesday claiming that it has no intention to conduct the Census, which has been overdue since 2021.She added that the failure to conduct the census will not only prevent an accurate estimate of the country's population but also deny over 12 crore citizens, particularly from scheduled castes and tribes, …

Congress leaders marching towards Raj Bhawan stopped, detained
5 months ago

Congress leaders marching towards Raj Bhawan stopped, detained

Hindustan Times  

Several Congress leaders were on Thursday detained as the police foiled their attempt to “gherao” the Raj Bhawan to protest the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre’s alleged failure to curb terrorism and give all powers to the lieutenant governor ahead of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly polls. Hundreds of Congress workers led by AICC incharge J&K affairs Bharat Sinh Solanki, Pradesh …

‘Concerning’: BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi for saying ‘hinsa, hathya’ in Parliament
5 months, 1 week ago

‘Concerning’: BJP attacks Rahul Gandhi for saying ‘hinsa, hathya’ in Parliament

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday accused the Congress of frequently using inflammatory language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that words like 'death' and 'violence' should not be used when targeting political opponents. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi referred to an article by a former IPS officer, emphasising that political rhetoric can sometimes lead to violence, citing the assassination of …

Soldiers, their families bearing brunt of BJP’s wrong policies: Rahul Gandhi
5 months, 1 week ago

Soldiers, their families bearing brunt of BJP’s wrong policies: Rahul Gandhi

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday attacked the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party over back-to-back terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir and said soldiers and their families were bearing the brunt of its wrong policies even as he underlined that the entire country stands united against terrorism in the hour of grief. “The Indian National Congress stands strongly with our valiant …

Rahul Gandhi's parts of speech expunged after he accused BJP of dividing people on communal lines
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rahul Gandhi's parts of speech expunged after he accused BJP of dividing people on communal lines

India TV News  

Several portions of Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi's speech in the House on Munday have been expunged after the Congress leader accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of dividing people on communal lines. In a no-holds-barred attack on the BJP, the leader of Opposition accused the leaders of the ruling party of dividing people on communal lines, drawing massive protests from …

India Attacks Terrorists on Their Home Turf: Modi
7 months, 3 weeks ago

India Attacks Terrorists on Their Home Turf: Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

MUMBAI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said under the BJP-led government “Aaj Bharat ghar mein ghus ke marta hai ”, unlike the practice during the Congress regime of sending dossiers on terror attacks. Some of our friends in the media used to clap after any such dossier was sent,” Modi said at an election rally in Latur. Targeting NCP …

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over remark on PM Modi, Manish Tewari of Congress questions Election Commission
1 year, 1 month ago

BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over remark on PM Modi, Manish Tewari of Congress questions Election Commission

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi have struck up a political uproar, as both Congress leaders and Bharatiya Janata Party ministers have now engaged in a war of words over “panauti" and "jebkatra" remarks. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been asked to appear before the Election Commission on November 25 After the Election Commission of India …

‘Been little disturbed…’: Rahul Gandhi speaks about ‘particular politics’ over Manipur
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Been little disturbed…’: Rahul Gandhi speaks about ‘particular politics’ over Manipur

Hindustan Times  

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi said he has been a little disturbed over the last few months because of what he saw in strife-torn Manipur. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi “For me, it was a lesson about what happens when you use the politics of division, hatred and anger in a state…It is a direct result of a particular type of …

Rahul Gandhi steps up attack against BJP over Manipur row: ‘Never in 19 years…’
1 year, 4 months ago

Rahul Gandhi steps up attack against BJP over Manipur row: ‘Never in 19 years…’

Live Mint  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack against the Narendra Modi-led government on Saturday, accusing it of ‘murdering the idea of India’ in Manipur. Addressing an event in his home constituency, the newly reinstated Lok Sabha MP said the PM and his Cabinet had a 'lot of fun' during discussion on Manipur issue in Parliament. Gandhi also reiterated earlier …

How Sonia Gandhi directed Opposition protest in Lok Sabha during PM Modi's speech
1 year, 4 months ago

How Sonia Gandhi directed Opposition protest in Lok Sabha during PM Modi's speech

India Today  

Congress leader and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi was on Thursday seen directing the protest by Members of Parliament of Opposition parties as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking in the Lok Sabha. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi moved a resolution for Chowdhury's suspension, saying he "disturbs the House" whenever Prime Minister Narendra Modi and ministers speak or a debate is …

PM Modi Speech Highlights: Government wins no-trust vote, Opposition walks out
1 year, 4 months ago

PM Modi Speech Highlights: Government wins no-trust vote, Opposition walks out

India Today  

Parliament Highlights No-Confidence Motion News Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi replied to the no-confidence motion moved against his government by Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi over the Manipur violence. For the last two days, Parliament witnessed fiery discussions by leaders from the government and Opposition over the ethnic clashes in Manipur. On Wednesday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, in his first speech …

They have murdered 'Bharat Mata' in Manipur: Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre during No-Confidence Motion
1 year, 4 months ago

They have murdered 'Bharat Mata' in Manipur: Rahul Gandhi attacks Centre during No-Confidence Motion

India TV News  

Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha : While speaking at Lok Sabha during the No-Confidence Motion, Congress Member of Parliament Rahul Gandhi said today I will speak from my mind and not my heart. "I realised that I started the Bharat Jodo Yatra to understand the country," said Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha. Rahul Gandhi on Bharat Jodo Yatra: Congress MP …

Manipur violence: 'Deeply saddened' Sonia Gandhi reacts, issues video message
1 year, 6 months ago

Manipur violence: 'Deeply saddened' Sonia Gandhi reacts, issues video message

Hindustan Times  

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday issued a video message appealing for peace in Manipur. Sonia Gandhi said the history of Manipur stands testament to its ability to embrace people of all ethnicities, religions and backgrounds, and the myriad possibilities of a diverse society. I have immense hope and faith in the people of Manipur and I know …

Congress chief gets poll panel notice over Sonia Gandhi's 'Karnataka sovereignty' remark
1 year, 7 months ago

Congress chief gets poll panel notice over Sonia Gandhi's 'Karnataka sovereignty' remark

Hindustan Times  

The Election Commission of India on Monday issued a letter to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge to clarify and rectify the party's social media post on Karnataka's “sovereignty” remark attributed to its senior leader Sonia Gandhi, following a complaint by the Bharatiya Janata Party. The panel said in the complaint, the BJP alleged, "Karnataka, is a very important member state in …

Congress leaders sacrificed their lives fighting terrorism: Ashok Gehlot
1 year, 7 months ago

Congress leaders sacrificed their lives fighting terrorism: Ashok Gehlot

Hindustan Times  

Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday said the Congress party has leaders who have laid down their loves fighting terrorism. This development comes the same day when Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that Congress’s history is about “appeasing terror and terrorists”. Former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi, and Punjab chief minister Beant Singh were among the Congress …

Congress leaders hold silent protest to support Rahul
1 year, 9 months ago

Congress leaders hold silent protest to support Rahul

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Congress leaders held a silent protest after a court in Surat on Thursday sentenced Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to two years in jail in a 2019 criminal defamation case filed against him over his why all thieves have Modi surname remarks. The silent protest held at Gandhi Bhavan was attended by AICC secretary Nadeem Javed, former PCC chiefs Ponnala …

'Because Adani?': 3 things Rahul Gandhi said in reply to Delhi Police
1 year, 9 months ago

'Because Adani?': 3 things Rahul Gandhi said in reply to Delhi Police

Hindustan Times  

Hours after the Delhi police visited Rahul Gandhi's residence seeking information about the ‘sexual harassment’ victims whom he mentioned during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in Srinagar, the Congress MP on Sunday submitted a four-page preliminary reply, stating that he will give a “detailed response in the next 8-10 days”. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi In his 10-point reply, Gandhi termed the …

\'Harassment\', cries Congress as police lands at at Rahul Gandhi\'s door
1 year, 9 months ago

\'Harassment\', cries Congress as police lands at at Rahul Gandhi\'s door

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Congress on Sunday lashed out at the Centre over "sending police to Rahul Gandhi's residence". A Delhi police team led by a special commissioner arrived at Mr Gandhi's home in connection with a notice issued to him over his "women are still being sexually assaulted" remark during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Top Congress leaders, including Rajasthan chief …

‘Rahul a serial offender’ claims BJP, Cong says he won’t apologise: 5 highlights
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Rahul a serial offender’ claims BJP, Cong says he won’t apologise: 5 highlights

Live Mint  

The Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha was adjourned for the second consecutive day. The BJP demands apology... -Earlier in the day, an array of top BJP ministers met at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office to fine-tune the ruling party's strategy in Parliament. -Anurag Thakur versus Congress via FATF report Union Minister Anurag Thakur said that the party knows the …

Watch| 'Sedition case...': BJP's Giriraj Singh attacks Rahul Gandhi for Cambridge University comments
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch| 'Sedition case...': BJP's Giriraj Singh attacks Rahul Gandhi for Cambridge University comments

Hindustan Times  

Union minister Giriraj Singh on Monday demanded a sedition case be filed against Rahul Gandhi for allegedly insulting the Parliament and India's democracy during his visit to the United Kingdom earlier this month. The Bharatiya Janata Party leader's demand echoed those by his colleagues today as the second half of the Budget session kickstarted with ruling BJP upping pressure on …

In London, Rahul Gandhi calls RSS ‘fascist’; points out reasons for Cong decline
1 year, 9 months ago

In London, Rahul Gandhi calls RSS ‘fascist’; points out reasons for Cong decline

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi described the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh as a “fundamentalist” and “fascist” organisation and claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party likes to believe it will be in power in India eternally, and to say the Congress is “gone” is a ridiculous idea. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to the statue of BR Ambedkar at Ambedkar House in …

'Rahul Gandhi is in grip of Maoist thought process': BJP hits back at Congress leader
1 year, 9 months ago

'Rahul Gandhi is in grip of Maoist thought process': BJP hits back at Congress leader

India TV News  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday hit back at Rahul Gandhi for maligning India on foreign soil. Reacting to Rahul Gandhi's statements, the BJP said that the Congress leader is in the 'grip of Maoist thought process' and also called on his party to 'disown' his comments. Addressing a press conference BJP's RS Prasad said, "We ask Congress president Mallikarjun …

Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP on Indian democracy structure, says, 'Media, judiciary, Parliament all under...'
1 year, 9 months ago

Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP on Indian democracy structure, says, 'Media, judiciary, Parliament all under...'

India TV News  

Rahul Gandhi on Indian democracy : Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday alleged that the structures of Indian democracy are under brutal attack and there are conversations ongoing within the Opposition to unite around an alternative vision for the country. "The reason the yatra became necessary is because the structures of our democracy are under brutal attack," Gandhi told reporters …

'Just because you're not bright...': BJP sharpens attack on Rahul Gandhi
1 year, 9 months ago

'Just because you're not bright...': BJP sharpens attack on Rahul Gandhi

India TV News  

Intensifying its attack on Rahul Gandhi, the BJP has said that the Congress scion is defaming India on foreign land and making such allegations against the country that even Pakistan wouldn't dare to do. BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra took a jibe at the former Congress President saying just because he's not bright that doesn't mean India is also not. Patra …

Congress has no patriotism left, says BJP after Digvijay’s comment on surgical strikes
1 year, 11 months ago

Congress has no patriotism left, says BJP after Digvijay’s comment on surgical strikes

The Hindu  

The BJP on Monday accused the Congress of not having any “patriotism left now” after Congress leader Digvijaya Singh’s statement that the Central government had not given any proof of the surgical strikes conducted by India across the Line of Control nor placed any report on them in Parliament. Addressing a press conference at the BJP’s headquarters in New Delhi, …

'When Rahul Chills in AC Room, PM Modi is Out Encouraging Army': BJP Raps Cong Over China War Remark
2 years ago

'When Rahul Chills in AC Room, PM Modi is Out Encouraging Army': BJP Raps Cong Over China War Remark

News 18  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday slammed the comments made by Rahul Gandhi where he alleged that India is ignoring the threat of war from China. “It is important to highlight that in last eight years not even an inch of our land captured by anyone,” the BJP said hitting out at Rahul Gandhi personally. “Don’t know why Rahul Gandhi …

India Efforts Sanction Perpetrators Of Mumbai Attacks Blocked Political Reasons Says UN Envoy Ruchira Kamboj
2 years, 1 month ago

India Efforts Sanction Perpetrators Of Mumbai Attacks Blocked Political Reasons Says UN Envoy Ruchira Kamboj

ABP News  

United Nations: India has said its efforts to sanction perpetrators and facilitators of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks have been blocked in the past for “political reasons” that enabled them to organise further cross-border assaults against the country, an apparent reference to China's repeated moves to block New Delhi's efforts to blacklist Pakistan-based terrorists at the UN. India’s Permanent Representative …

Gujarat Assembly polls: BJP campaigners use Mehrauli murder and Medha Patkar to target Congress
2 years, 1 month ago

Gujarat Assembly polls: BJP campaigners use Mehrauli murder and Medha Patkar to target Congress

The Hindu  

Amidst rising political temperatures in Gujarat, the ruling party’s stalwarts are going beyond the Gujarat development narrative to target the opposition Congress. In a speech full of vitriolic barbs, the Chief Minister of Assam exhorted the people of Gujarat to once again elect the BJP government and slammed the Congress for “appeasement” of Muslims. In his speeches at different places …

Delhi Congress, IYC stage protest against ED’s questioning of Sonia Gandhi
2 years, 5 months ago

Delhi Congress, IYC stage protest against ED’s questioning of Sonia Gandhi

The Hindu  

The Delhi Congress and the Indian Youth Congress held demonstrations across the city against the Enforcement Directorate’s questioning of Congress President Sonia Gandhi in a money laundering case. IYC president Srinivas BV said the Centre has been “using” the ED against the leaders of Congress to stop them from raising their voices on important issues. Anil Kumar said Congress workers …

BJP hits out at Congress and other opposition parties over joint statement on hate speech and communal violence
2 years, 8 months ago

BJP hits out at Congress and other opposition parties over joint statement on hate speech and communal violence

Firstpost  

BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia claimed that the opposition’s appeal to people to maintain peace and harmony is as hollow as is the intention of the leaders behind the statement New Delhi: The BJP alleged on 16 April, 2022, that the Congress and other opposition parties do “vulture politics” over dead bodies and are only interested in harming harmony in society. …

Mayawati didn't contest UP polls due to fear of CBI, ED: Rahul Gandhi
2 years, 8 months ago

Mayawati didn't contest UP polls due to fear of CBI, ED: Rahul Gandhi

India TV News  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on Bharatiya Janata Party and RSS, stating that Mayawati did not contest elections over the fear of CBI, ED and Pegasus. While speaking at the event, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said: "Mayawatiji didn't fight elections, we sent her the message to form an alliance but she didn't respond. Speaking at the event, …

PM Modi security breach | Congress leaders speak in different voices
2 years, 11 months ago

PM Modi security breach | Congress leaders speak in different voices

The Hindu  

Leaders of the Congress on Thursday spoke in different voices on the breach in the security of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy during his visit to Punjab on Wednesday. The comments from the MPs on social media came on a day when the party fielded Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and Leader of the Opposition …

Ashok Gehlot backs Rahul Gandhi's statement, says Congress opposed to 'communal RSS policies'
3 years, 5 months ago

Ashok Gehlot backs Rahul Gandhi's statement, says Congress opposed to 'communal RSS policies'

India Today  

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has backed former Congress president Rahul Gandhi's statement where he called out party turncoats for lacking the courage to take on the BJP-RSS combine. In a tweet, Ashok Gehlot said, "Rahul Gandhi ji's statement is significant as he wants every Congressmen to take on BJP fearlessly. Rahul Gandhi ji's statement is significant as he wants …

Waited for one year but no clarity yet on Galwan clashes: Sonia
3 years, 6 months ago

Waited for one year but no clarity yet on Galwan clashes: Sonia

Hindustan Times  

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday attacked the Narendra Modi government for not providing any clarity about the Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops that took place on June 15 last year, leaving 20 Indian soldiers and an undisclosed number of Chinese troops dead. “Having patiently waited for the government to come clean and inform the nation about …

‘Disgusting plans of Pakistan...’ Rahul Gandhi salutes Indian soldiers
4 years, 1 month ago

‘Disgusting plans of Pakistan...’ Rahul Gandhi salutes Indian soldiers

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi saluted every soldier of the army on the eve of Diwali after four soldiers were killed along the Line of Control in a massive escalation between the Indian and the Pakistani side on Friday. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slammed Pakistan’s nefarious infiltration bid and praised Indian soldiers. Slamming Pakistan’s nefarious plans, Gandhi wrote, “Whenever Pakistan violates …

Deeply anguished and pained: Sonia Gandhi on killing of soldiers in border clash
4 years, 6 months ago

Deeply anguished and pained: Sonia Gandhi on killing of soldiers in border clash

The Hindu  

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on June 16 said she was “deeply anguished and pained” over the killing of Indian Army personnel in a clash with Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh. “Deeply anguished and pained by the reports of martyrdom of the brave officer and jawans of our Army in Galwan Valley, Ladakh,” she said. Twenty Indian …

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