Editor’s Pick Kharge urges Tharoor to pitch for a ‘consensus’ candidate
2 years, 2 months ago

Editor’s Pick Kharge urges Tharoor to pitch for a ‘consensus’ candidate

The Hindu  

Emphasising that he had joined the Congress presidential race to strengthen the party and not to oppose anyone, senior leader Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday said he had reached out to his rival candidate, Shashi Tharoor, to pitch for a “consensus” candidate. In an interview to the news agency PTI, Mr. Tharoor called for a presidential debate to understand the vision of each candidate, while Mr. Kharge rejected the call and said growing unemployment, rising inflation, widening gap between the rich and the poor and unfulfilled promises of the BJP were the main issues that he would focus on. Mr. Kharge, launching his campaign on Sunday, responded to being labelled as the “establishment candidate”, and said he entered the polls after senior and young leaders alike urged him to enter the fray. As this editorial in today's edition of The Hindu points out, now that it’s down to Mr. Kharge and Mr. Tharoor, it is the right thing for the Gandhi family to play the role of a neutral arbiter, dispelling the valid perception that they are tilting the scales in favour of one contestant — Mallikarjun Kharge — against Shashi Tharoor.

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Shashi Tharoor calls Rahul Gandhi ‘Man of the Match’, endorses him as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Shashi Tharoor calls Rahul Gandhi ‘Man of the Match’, endorses him as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday hailed Rahul Gandhi as the “man of the match” of the 2024 Lok Sabha election, crediting him for the INDIA bloc's performance in the polls. Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Rahul Gandhi Tharoor, who won his fourth straight election from Thiruvananthapuram in the Lok Sabha polls, told PTI that the message of the mandate …

Congress Leaders in Kerala’s Capital City Join BJP
9 months, 1 week ago

Congress Leaders in Kerala’s Capital City Join BJP

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the NDA candidate from the prestigious Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha constituency and rival of high-profile sitting MP Shashi Tharoor, received a shot in the arm on Thursday with three key functionaries of the Congress in the Capital city joining the BJP. Former District Congress Committee general secretaries Thampanoor Satheesh and C N Udhayakumar who have been instrumental in …

Shashi Tharoor vs Rajeev Chandrasekhar confirmed from Thiruvananthapuram as Cong releases 1st list
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Shashi Tharoor vs Rajeev Chandrasekhar confirmed from Thiruvananthapuram as Cong releases 1st list

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Friday released its first list of 39 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The list included prominent leaders such as Rahul Gandhi vying for the LS seat in Wayanad, former Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel contesting from Rajnandgaon, and Shashi Tharoor from Thiruvananthapuram. Shashi Tharoor versus Rajeev Chandrasekhar Shashi Tharoor vs. Rajeev Chandrasekhar Congress leader Shashi …

Shashi Tharoor on possibly contesting against Rajeev Chandrasekhar: Never needed to attack...
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Shashi Tharoor on possibly contesting against Rajeev Chandrasekhar: Never needed to attack...

Hindustan Times  

Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said in his political career of 15 years, he never needed to attack his critics and opponents. On the prospect of a strong fight in his constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha election, as BJP has fielded Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar from the seat, the three-term MP from Thiruvananthapuram said the CPM candidate should not be …

The three challenges before INDIA bloc chairperson, Mallikarjun Kharge
11 months, 1 week ago

The three challenges before INDIA bloc chairperson, Mallikarjun Kharge

Hindustan Times  

Mallikarjun Kharge, who was made president of the Congress party in 2022, was recently announced as the chairperson of the INDIA bloc — the group of 28 Opposition parties. In fact, last weekend, this came to the fore when Kharge's name was recommended for chairperson of the INDIA bloc, the veteran leader immediately said that Rahul Gandhi should take that …

Kharge emerges as consensus choice for INDIA chair; Nitish yet to accept proposal to make him convener
11 months, 1 week ago

Kharge emerges as consensus choice for INDIA chair; Nitish yet to accept proposal to make him convener

The Hindu  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge emerged as the consensus choice to be the chairperson of the Indian National Developmental, Inclusive Alliance at a virtual meeting of Opposition leaders on Saturday. Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal chief Nitish Kumar’s name was suggested as the convener of the group by everyone present but Mr. Kumar neither immediately accepted nor rejected the proposal. …

'Either Mallikarjun Kharge or Rahul Gandhi likely to be PM pick', says Shashi Tharoor, later clarifies remark
1 year, 2 months ago

'Either Mallikarjun Kharge or Rahul Gandhi likely to be PM pick', says Shashi Tharoor, later clarifies remark

India TV News  

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Ahead of general elections that are due next year, Congress Working Committee member Shashi Tharoor said he feels that if the I.N.D.I.A alliance gets power in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the party may nominate either its president Mallikarjun Kharge or former AICC president Rahul Gandhi as Prime Minister. But my guess is that from the …

Shashi Tharoor says he’s ‘humbled, grateful’ after Congress top panel inclusion
1 year, 4 months ago

Shashi Tharoor says he’s ‘humbled, grateful’ after Congress top panel inclusion

Live Mint  

Congress Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor, who was included in the Congress Working Committee ahead of the Lok Sabha election, has said that he was ‘humbled and grateful’ to be part of this institution. Shashi Tharoor said Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has honoured him and emphasised that the party owes the finest efforts to the numerous Indians aspiring for a more …

With 2024 LS polls in mind, Kharge calls up Opposition leaders
1 year, 8 months ago

With 2024 LS polls in mind, Kharge calls up Opposition leaders

The Hindu  

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has spoken to top Opposition leaders including Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, his Tamil Nadu counterpart M.K. A source told The Hindu that Mr. Kharge’s calls to the top leaders were to explore the possibility of having a joint Opposition meet to carry forward the theme of Opposition unity that was witnessed after Congress leader Rahul …

Lessons from Sonia: Kharge Softens Congress's Big Brother Stance to Woo Alienated Allies
1 year, 9 months ago

Lessons from Sonia: Kharge Softens Congress's Big Brother Stance to Woo Alienated Allies

News 18  

Mallikarjun Kharge as Congress president faces the same challenge Sonia Gandhi did in 2004: to stitch together a united opposition to take on the monolith BJP, then under Atal Bihari Vajpayee. On a cold New Year’s Eve, Sonia Gandhi took many by surprise, including the shrewd Ram Vilas Paswan, by walking down from her home to his. There are many …

What Shashi Tharoor said at the Congress plenary that no other party leader did
1 year, 9 months ago

What Shashi Tharoor said at the Congress plenary that no other party leader did

India Today  

At the 85th Congress plenary held in Raipur from February 24 to 26, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor made news when he boldly said that his party should be absolutely clear in its ideological stance and must stand up for its founding principles. Of course, he toed the Congress line when, speaking on the economic resolution passed on the second …

Shashi Tharoor virtually rules out contesting possible CWC polls
1 year, 10 months ago

Shashi Tharoor virtually rules out contesting possible CWC polls

The Hindu  

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday virtually ruled out contesting the CWC polls if the party decides to hold them, saying he is not considering any further elections after having fought the AICC presidential polls and it is "for others to step forward". In an exclusive interview with PTI on the Congress' upcoming plenary session in Chhattisgarh's Raipur, Mr. …

'Missing' Tharoor, Stifling 'Loyalty' & Rajasthan Desert Storm: Still Settling In, Kharge Braces for Unholy Trinity
2 years, 1 month ago

'Missing' Tharoor, Stifling 'Loyalty' & Rajasthan Desert Storm: Still Settling In, Kharge Braces for Unholy Trinity

News 18  

Within a month of new Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge taking over the reins, the fragility of the Grand Old Party has been revealed. Even as the ‘Bharat Jodo Yatra’ gains traction and the party is aggressive on social media in a push to begin the makeover of Rahul Gandhi, the remodeling has not been able to mask the inconsistencies in …

'This distinction...': Cong praises Kharge's journey as he becomes party boss
2 years, 1 month ago

'This distinction...': Cong praises Kharge's journey as he becomes party boss

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Wednesday tweeted as newly-elected president Mallikarjun Kharge took formal charge of party affairs at a ceremony in Delhi. The party shared a chart outlining Kharge's political journey, identifying the Rajya Sabha MP as the 'son of a mill worker' and someone whose rise to the top post made it 'the party of the nation, workers, and public'. …

Kharge formally takes over as Congress president
2 years, 1 month ago

Kharge formally takes over as Congress president

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Mallikarjun Kharge took over as the Congress president on Wednesday as the Gandhis abdicated the post almost after a quarter of a century. The taking over ceremony was attended by all the senior leaders of the party, including the outgoing party chief Sonia Gandhi, former president Rahul Gandhi and general secretary of the party Priyanka Gandhi. Speaking at …

Mallikarjun Kharge to officially assume charge as new Congress president on October 26
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge to officially assume charge as new Congress president on October 26

India TV News  

Highlights Mallikarjun Kharge would take charge as the first non-Gandhi chief of Congress in 24 years Kharge won the party presidential polls by defeating Shashi Tharoor Kharge faces daunting task of reviving party's fortune to fight against BJP Congress party president: The preparations are at full swing at the Congress headquarters as senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge set to formally …

Extended family: The Hindu Editorial on Mallikarjun Kharge’s election as Congress president
2 years, 2 months ago

Extended family: The Hindu Editorial on Mallikarjun Kharge’s election as Congress president

The Hindu  

As foretold, Mallikarjun Kharge has won the contest to become the Congress president. The three members of the Gandhi family will remain the last word in the Congress and Mr. Kharge’s election is itself the latest proof of that, though an original plan to install Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot at the helm went awry. While the Congress can take …

Mallikarjun Kharge to assume role as Cong chief on Oct 26
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge to assume role as Cong chief on Oct 26

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Newly elected Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will take over his new assignment at a function at the All India Congress Committee headquarters on October 26. The Congress on Wednesday elected 'loyalist' Mallikarjun Kharge as its new president, the first non-Gandhi to head the 137-year-old party in 24 years and succeed long-time chief Sonia Gandhi. "Function for the presentation …

Mallikarjun Kharge as AICC chief - With challenges galore, road ahead might not be easy for Congress veteran
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge as AICC chief - With challenges galore, road ahead might not be easy for Congress veteran

India TV News  

Mallikarjun Kharge as AICC chief: Mallikarjun Kharge was on Wednesday elected Congress president, the party's first non-Gandhi chief in more than 24 years. Upcoming elections The upcoming Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh elections is one of the foremost challenges that Kharge as the party chief has to face. Pally with Team Rahul Gandhi Kharge will have to coordinate with the members …

Why Mallikarjun Kharge’s Election as Congress President Will Only Mean Status Quo, More Damage - News18
2 years, 2 months ago

Why Mallikarjun Kharge’s Election as Congress President Will Only Mean Status Quo, More Damage - News18

News 18  

The recent interviews of Mallikarjun Kharge, who has won the post of Congress president, have made one thing clear that he has no personal view beyond the Gandhi family. But the last-minute events that forced Rajasthan’s chief minister Ashok Gehlot to withdraw and brought Kharge into the race make it clear that the Congress party was not looking for a …

Congress President Poll: Mallikarjun Kharge has only two things to offer, status quo and more damage
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress President Poll: Mallikarjun Kharge has only two things to offer, status quo and more damage

Firstpost  

The recent interviews of Mallikarjun Kharge who has won the post of Congress president have made one thing clear that is he has no personal view beyond the Gandhi family. But the last-minute events that forced Rajasthan’s chief minister Ashok Gehlot to withdraw and brought Kharge into the race make it clear that the Congress party was not looking for …

WATCH: 'Ask Mallikarjun Kharge,' Rahul Gandhi announces new Congress chief even before votes were counted
2 years, 2 months ago

WATCH: 'Ask Mallikarjun Kharge,' Rahul Gandhi announces new Congress chief even before votes were counted

Firstpost  

Rahul Gandhi observed that Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor are people with experience and understanding. ‘They do not need my advice,’ he added Adoni: “It is for Kharge to decide”, said Rahul Gandhi when he was asked about his role after Congress gets its new non-Gandhi president after 24 years. Responding to a query during his interaction with media during …

Mallikarjun Kharge, a Gandhi family loyalist, becomes new Congress president
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge, a Gandhi family loyalist, becomes new Congress president

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Apparently backed to the hilt by the Gandhis, Mallikarjun Kharge trounced his rival Shashi Tharoor by a huge margin for the post of Congress president. As the party insiders describe Mr Kharge as the “new front man” for the Gandhis, Rahul Gandhi tried to clear the air by saying his “role in the party will be decided by …

Have to fight fascist forces: New Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's first address after win
2 years, 2 months ago

Have to fight fascist forces: New Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's first address after win

India Today  

The Congress’s first non-Gandhi chief in over two decades, Mallikarjun Kharge, said that the forces which pretend to be democratic but attack democracy must be fought. We have to fight the forces that pretend to be democratic but attack democracy,” Kharge said as he addressed the media after his landslide win over Shashi Tharoor. The Congress, which is fighting to …

Mallikarjun Kharge - A hard-boiled Congressman, Gandhi family loyalist becomes party chief
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge - A hard-boiled Congressman, Gandhi family loyalist becomes party chief

India TV News  

Highlights More than 9,500 delegates had cast their votes for Congress presidential polls Mallikarjun Kharge bagged 7,897 votes 1,072 votes were cast in favour of Shashi Tharoor Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday became the Congress party's first non-Gandhi president in 24 years. A staunch Gandhi family loyalist, 80-year-old Kharge succeeded Sonia Gandhi at the grand old party's highest office, as he …

Shashi Tharoor congratulates Mallikarjun Kharge after losing Congress president polls. Here's what he said
2 years, 2 months ago

Shashi Tharoor congratulates Mallikarjun Kharge after losing Congress president polls. Here's what he said

India TV News  

Congress presidential poll candidate Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday congratulated Mallikarguna Kharge on becoming AICC chief. The Thiruvanantharuram MP who had written to the party's chief election authority, just a few hours before the result, flagging "extremely serious irregularities" in the conduct of the election in Uttar Pradesh and demanded that all votes from the state be deemed invalid, issued a …

Cong Prez polls: Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge vote in Karnataka
2 years, 2 months ago

Cong Prez polls: Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge vote in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru/Ballari: Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge- one of the candidates in the party's Presidential polls, cast their votes in the election to the top post, for which voting is underway in Karnataka on Monday. Rahul Gandhi cast his vote in a meeting room container converted into a polling booth at the Bharat Jodo Yatra camp site in Sanganakallu …

Congress President Poll: Tharoor Bracing for Defeat? His Cryptic Tweet Might Offer a Hint
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress President Poll: Tharoor Bracing for Defeat? His Cryptic Tweet Might Offer a Hint

News 18  

Senior Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor face-off in a historic elections today as voting for the post of All India Congress Committee President began on Monday morning. Tharoor posted an ambiguous quote in Hindi, saying “we fight some battles only so that history can remember that the present was not silent.” Tharoor had earlier alleged that he was …

‘Whatever happened…we remain friends’: Tharoor and Kharge share bonhomie as Cong presidential polls begin
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Whatever happened…we remain friends’: Tharoor and Kharge share bonhomie as Cong presidential polls begin

Hindustan Times  

As Congress votes to choose its next president, the two candidates - Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor - on Monday exuded bonhomie, with both veterans wishing each other “luck” and stressing that they will remain “friends” regardless of the result. In Kerala, Tharoor - who has earlier talked about “uneven playing field” for the Congress presidential polls, said that he …

Shashi Tharoor Loses Poll, But Congress Under Mallikarjun Kharge Should Adopt His 10 'Ideas'
2 years, 2 months ago

Shashi Tharoor Loses Poll, But Congress Under Mallikarjun Kharge Should Adopt His 10 'Ideas'

News 18  

“Bakrid mein bachenge toh Muharram pe nachenge, pehle mujhe jitao to sahi,” said Mallikarjun Kharge two weeks ago when asked what he plans to do if he wins the Congress president elections — a feat he achieved on Wednesday. Tharoor’s 10 ‘Ideas’ What are Shashi Tharoor’s ideas that the Congress could do well to take a leaf out of? The …

Tharoor says ‘establishment’ with Kharge as Congress votes to elect president
2 years, 2 months ago

Tharoor says ‘establishment’ with Kharge as Congress votes to elect president

Hindustan Times  

Ahead of the final showdown between senior Congress leaders for party chief post, Shashi Tharoor, one of the two candidates, said that the revival of the grand old party has begun whatever the outcome. Tharoor was responding to a tweet by party colleague Salman Soz who hailed Tharoor's “courage against heavy odds” and the “determination of our dedicated volunteers.” Congress …

Shashi Tharoor vs Mallikarjun Kharge: How Congress will pick its first non-Gandhi president in 24 years
2 years, 2 months ago

Shashi Tharoor vs Mallikarjun Kharge: How Congress will pick its first non-Gandhi president in 24 years

Firstpost  

In a historic election, over 9,000 delegates will pick a party chief in a secret ballot. The Grand Old Party is all set to pick a non-Gandhi president in more than 24 years, as senior leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor are up against each other in an internal election. Visuals from AICC Headquarters, Delhi pic.twitter.com/bPwfdv1kZ0 — ANI October 17, …

Who will be new Cong chief? Tharoor vs Kharge - face-off of many firsts| Top 10
2 years, 2 months ago

Who will be new Cong chief? Tharoor vs Kharge - face-off of many firsts| Top 10

Hindustan Times  

As Congress looks for revival, ahead of upcoming state polls and the highly crucial 2024 national elections, the grand old party on Monday is holding elections for the post of the president. It’s a battle of the veterans where Mallikarjun Kharge is facing Shashi Tharoor after all the high drama - in the last few weeks - of other leaders …

Who will be new Cong chief? Tharoor vs Kharge - face-off of many firsts| Top 10
2 years, 2 months ago

Who will be new Cong chief? Tharoor vs Kharge - face-off of many firsts| Top 10

Hindustan Times  

As Congress looks for revival, ahead of upcoming state polls and the highly crucial 2024 national elections, the grand old party on Monday is holding elections for the post of the president. It’s a battle of the veterans where Mallikarjun Kharge is facing Shashi Tharoor after all the high drama - in the last few weeks - of other leaders …

It’s Mallikarjun Kharge v Shashi Tharoor today for Congress helm
2 years, 2 months ago

It’s Mallikarjun Kharge v Shashi Tharoor today for Congress helm

Hindustan Times  

At least 9,200 Congress delegates across the country will cast their votes on Monday to elect the party’s 37th president since Independence in an election that could change the course of the Congress. While Tharoor’s campaign appeared to pack a punch, many party insiders see Kharge as the possible winner, with backing by a large section of the party establishment …

Kharge vs Tharoor: Congress set for non-Gandhi president after 24 years
2 years, 2 months ago

Kharge vs Tharoor: Congress set for non-Gandhi president after 24 years

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Senior Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor will face-off in an electoral contest on Monday for the post of AICC chief, as the party gets set to have a non-Gandhi president in over 24 years. While party chief Sonia Gandhi and Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra are expected to vote at the AICC headquarters here, Rahul …

It's Kharge vs Tharoor today: Here's a lowdown on Congress president election
2 years, 2 months ago

It's Kharge vs Tharoor today: Here's a lowdown on Congress president election

Hindustan Times  

After years of internal conflicts and pandemic-led delay, the All India Congress Committee is all set to elect its new president on Monday. Congress veteran Mallikarjun Kharge is in a head-to-head battle against Kerala MP Shashi Tharoor to replace the post currently held by interim chief Sonia Gandhi. Congress Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor and veteran leader Mallikarjun Kharge go …

Congress to choose between Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress to choose between Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor

The Hindu  

The Congress is all set to witness a contest between Lok Sabha member Shashi Tharoor and party veteran Mallikarjun Kharge in the party’s presidential polls on Monday. Whether Kharge sahab wins it or I win, I am of the view that the Congress should emerge victorious,” Mr. Tharoor told reporters at the Uttar Pradesh Congress headquarters. The Lok Sabha member …

'If you don’t vote for Kharge, you won’t...': Amit Malviya claims whisper campaign in Congress
2 years, 2 months ago

'If you don’t vote for Kharge, you won’t...': Amit Malviya claims whisper campaign in Congress

India TV News  

Congress President Election: In-charge of BJP's National Information & Technology Dept Amit Malviya has claimed that a whisper campaign is going ahead of the Congress president election asking party leaders, workers that if they don't vote for Mallikarjun Kharge then they won't be having any future in the Congress. "On the eve of polling to “elect” the next Congress President, …

Congress president election |Some leaders openly supporting Kharge disturbs level-playing field: Shashi Tharoor
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress president election |Some leaders openly supporting Kharge disturbs level-playing field: Shashi Tharoor

The Hindu  

Congress presidential candidate Shashi Tharoor on Thursday lamented that some leaders had openly come out in support of his poll opponent Mallikarjun Kharge and even summoned meetings in his favour, saying it disturbed the level-playing field. Seeking votes from delegates at the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee office in New Delhi, Mr. Tharoor said he wanted to bring a "change" in …

‘Do you not see…?’: Tharoor on ‘uneven playing field’ in Congress prez poll
2 years, 2 months ago

‘Do you not see…?’: Tharoor on ‘uneven playing field’ in Congress prez poll

Hindustan Times  

Congress presidential candidate Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said that his remark on the “uneven playing field” was about the alleged difference in treatment of the two candidates by some office bearers. Addressing a press briefing at Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee office, Tharoor said that several PCC chairpersons and senior party leaders met and welcomed Mallikarjun Kharge but the same courtesy …

'If you think everything is fine, don't vote for me': Shashi Tharoor's latest pitch for Congress prez election
2 years, 2 months ago

'If you think everything is fine, don't vote for me': Shashi Tharoor's latest pitch for Congress prez election

India TV News  

Congress president election: Upping his ante in a fresh Congress president election campaign, party leader Shashi Tharoor who is contesting for party's top post said that if anyone wants change, then they should vote for him instead of Mallikarjun Kharge reiterating that there is no spirit of enmity in the party over the polls. If you think everything is fine, …

Congress chief polls: Won’t corner Gandhi family; will follow their ideology: Kharge
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress chief polls: Won’t corner Gandhi family; will follow their ideology: Kharge

Hindustan Times  

Senior Congress leader and a contender for the party’s presidential elections Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday said that if he gets elected as the party president, he won’t corner party’s incumbent president Sonia Gandhi and her family but will follow the grand old party’s ideologies to win support. Mallikarjun Kharge MP & candidate for Presidentship of Indian National Congress along with …

An Unequal Playing Field: The Tharoor vs Kharge Battle For Congress President
2 years, 2 months ago

An Unequal Playing Field: The Tharoor vs Kharge Battle For Congress President

The Quint  

Tharoor is an MP from Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram, but most of the top leadership of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee has backed Kharge. K Sudhakaran, Congress Kerala president had said last week, “Kharge can engage with all generations of party workers. Telangana Congress president A. Revanth Reddy last week called Kharge “Telangana Bidda” and recalled how the 80-year-old leader was brought …

Mallikarjun Kharge when asked if he or Rahul Gandhi will be PM candidate: 'Bakrid mein bachenge toh...'| WATCH
2 years, 2 months ago

Mallikarjun Kharge when asked if he or Rahul Gandhi will be PM candidate: 'Bakrid mein bachenge toh...'| WATCH

India TV News  

Mallikarjun Kharge PM face remark: Senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, who is presently contesting the party presidential election against Shashi Tharoor, believes in focussing on one work at a time, quite literally. First, let these elections get over and let me become president, then we'll see," Kharge told reporters when asked who would be the PM's face, Rahul Gandhi or …

Contest with Shashi Tharoor is for betterment of country and Congress: Mallikarjun Kharge
2 years, 2 months ago

Contest with Shashi Tharoor is for betterment of country and Congress: Mallikarjun Kharge

Firstpost  

Srinagar: Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday said his contest with Shashi Tharoor for the post of party president was aimed at putting forth their viewpoints for the betterment of the country and the party. Kharge said this during an interaction with party delegates at the Congress office here, where he sought their support for the AICC presidential election. Responding …

Palace Intrigue Chatter in Cong Game of Thrones: Is Team Tharoor under Pressure to Withdraw?
2 years, 2 months ago

Palace Intrigue Chatter in Cong Game of Thrones: Is Team Tharoor under Pressure to Withdraw?

News 18  

A few days back, the Congress, upon instruction from Sonia Gandhi, issued a set of guidelines for the conduct of its presidential polls. One clause says, “Both Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor are contesting in their personal capacity. While most seniors in the party are confident that Kharge has the numbers and will win, the worry is also that Tharoor, …

It’s secret ballot, no one will know who voted for whom: Tharoor on Congress presidential election
2 years, 2 months ago

It’s secret ballot, no one will know who voted for whom: Tharoor on Congress presidential election

Hindustan Times  

In an apparent bid to encourage more Congress delegates to vote for him as he makes an aggressive bid for the party’s top post, senior leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday said it was a secret ballot and there would be no way to find out which state voted for which candidate. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor is one of the candidates …

Congress President Election LIVE: Rahul Gandhi Terms Karnataka Government 'Most Corrupt', BJP Retaliates
2 years, 2 months ago

Congress President Election LIVE: Rahul Gandhi Terms Karnataka Government 'Most Corrupt', BJP Retaliates

News 18  

Congress President Election LIVE Updates: Karnataka BJP on Tuesday retaliated to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s remark during the Karnataka leg of Bharat Jodo Yatra, when he termed the state government as “most corrupt”. BJP hit back saying, “The Modi government has banned anti-social organizations including the Jihadi Janata who have been trying to create internal terror in the country under …

Telangana Cong leaders back Kharge, urge Tharoor to withdraw
2 years, 2 months ago

Telangana Cong leaders back Kharge, urge Tharoor to withdraw

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: A day after CLP leader Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka openly backed the candidature of Mallikarjun Kharge as the next AICC chief, TPCC president A. Revanth Reddy while referring to him as “Telangana bidda” endorsed the choice. Former PCC president V. Hanumantha Rao also backed Kharge citing his seniority and experience. While demanding Tharoor to withdraw his candidature former Union minister, …

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