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'No logic in mentioning Emergency': Congress' Tharoor, KC Venugopal on President Murmu’s address
On President Droupadi Murmu's address, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said, "There was no logic in talking about Emergency in the address after 49 years. She should have spoken about today's issues. We did not hear anything about the NEET exam or unemploymen...
"Internationally recognised...": Independent MP Pappu Yadav on Rahul Gandhi elected as LoP in Lok Sabha
Independent MP Pappu Yadav stated on Tuesday that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is an "internationally recognised" leader after Gandhi was elected as the Leader of the Opposition. Congress announced on Tuesday that Rahul Gandhi, the party's MP from Rae Bareli, will serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the 18th Lok Sabha.
"Rahul Gandhi becoming their voice...": Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge praised Rahul Gandhi's appointment as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, stating it would amplify the voice of the marginalized. This marks the end of a 10-year period without an official opposition leader in the Lower House. Rahul Gandhi, who won from Raebareli, will now lead the opposition, reflecting the party's strengthened position after the 2024 elections. Kharge expressed confidence in Gandhi's leadership, highlighting the party's commitment to justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
Nitish Kumar, 2nd biggest ally of BJP, was offered PM post by Oppn, claims KC Tyagi
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was offered the prime ministerial post by the Opposition INDIA bloc, according to Janata Dal (United) leader KC Tyagi. However, Kumar declined the offer, stating that he was offered the position by those who did not allow him to become the convenor of the INDIA bloc. Congress leader KC Venugopal denied any knowledge of the INDIA bloc's offer, stating that only he knows about it.
CWC unanimously urges Rahul to take Leader of Opposition role
The Congress Working Committee unanimously passed a resolution proposing Rahul Gandhi as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, praising his role in the party's electoral success and calling for him to address key issues like unemployment and inflation. Gandhi is considering the offer, with party leaders expressing confidence in his acceptance. The resolution also acknowledged underperformance in certain states and proposed an investigation to address shortcomings.
Rahul Gandhi travelled 11,000 km, listened to people, should be made LoP: Jharkhand Congress chief Rajesh Thakur
The Congress Working Committee (CWC) passed a resolution appointing Rahul Gandhi as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha. Gandhi got support from party leaders like Rajesh Thakur who highlighted Gandhi's efforts during the election campaign and commitment to addressing public issues through the 'Nyay Patra'. This decision follows a growing demand within the party after their improved performance in the Lok Sabha polls.
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Raebareli or Wayanad: Which seat is Rahul Gandhi keeping? Here's what KC Venugopal has to say
Rahul Gandhi has yet to decide whether to retain his seat in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh, or Wayanad, Kerala, with a decision expected in the next 3-4 days, according to Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal. The Congress Working Committee (CWC) passed a resolution for Gandhi to be appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. The extended CWC meeting in Delhi praised Gandhi's election campaign efforts.
PM Modi and Amit Shah directly involved in Tuesday's stock market crash: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Nirmala Sitharaman for giving investment advice before election results, demanding a JPC probe into alleged stock market manipulation by a business group under SEBI investigations.
'PM Modi's 400 paar hype has been crushed to ground': KC Venugopal
Congress leader KC Venugopal on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's target of '400 paar' (400-plus seats) has been crushed to the ground after the conclusion of two phases of the ongoing Lok Sabha election.
LS Polls 2024: KC Venugopal ups stakes to wrest CPM seat, says Pinarayi Vijayan speaks Modi lingo
In Alappuzha, Kerala, the Congress's KC Venugopal is challenging the Left stronghold, aiming to regain the seat lost to CPM in 2019. With historic ties to the area, Venugopal emphasizes the election's significance in defending democracy. His opponents include CPM's AM Arif, the incumbent, and BJP's Shobha Surendran. Venugopal criticizes PM Modi and CM Pinarayi Vijayan for divisive rhetoric. Arif highlights his development initiatives, particularly in tourism, as reasons for re-election.
"Whenever we bring up people's issues, PM Modi resorts to polarisation": KC Venugopal
Coming down heavily on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior Congress leader KC Venugopal on Thursday accused him of trying to divert people's attention from key issues and polarise the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
Modi government wants to make Congress party bankrupt: KC Venugopal
Congress criticizes the Income Tax Department's Rs 1,750 crore penalty as politically motivated by the BJP to silence opposition voices. AICC general secretary K C Venugopal accuses the government of targeting the Congress to bankrupt them ahead of elections. Despite Delhi High Court's rejection of their pleas, the Congress plans nationwide protests against what they view as an attack on democratic principles. The ongoing standoff signals escalating political tensions in the lead-up to elections.
Congress announces 43 more candidates for Lok Sabha polls in its 2nd list
While announcing the candidates, Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said "We have already announced our first list of candidates for the Lok Sabha elections. Today, we are going to announce the second list. Yesterday, CEC met and cleared the list of around 43 names from Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan..."
Electoral Bonds Case: Congress hails SC order on SBI extension plea, says court protected Indian democracy
Congress party leader KC Venugopal has praised the Supreme Court's decision to reject SBI's request for an extension to disclose details about electoral bonds until June 30, 2024.
Congress fields Muraleedharan from Thrissur to checkmate BJP's Padmaja Venugopal move
Amidst BJP's Padmaja Venugopal move, Congress surprises with K Muraleedharan's nomination from Thrissur. Seen as a tactical maneuver to counter BJP's influence, Muraleedharan's history of electoral successes strengthens his candidacy. Rahul Gandhi to contest Wayanad, reaffirming commitment. Congress announces candidate list for Lok Sabha polls, signaling strategic intent in Kerala's political landscape. All eyes on further developments as election fervor escalates.
"Brazen, shameless capture of democratic system...": KC Venugopal on Chandigarh mayoral elections
The Bharatiya Janta Party's (BJP) Manoj Sonkar won the Chandigarh mayoral elections on Tuesday, the first election battle against the INDIA bloc by defeating the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Kuldeep Kumar. Meanwhile, BJP secured 16 votes for its mayor candidate Manoj Sonkar and Kuldeep Singh, the joint candidate of Congress and AAP was able to manage 12 votes. 8 votes were declared invalid.
'Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma feels frustrated over success of Jodo Nyay Yatra,' says Congress
He observed that during the last 10 years, the BJP has attempted to trample and demolish every right and justice guaranteed by the Constitution to the people of India. “It wants to subjugate their voices, thereby hijacking Democracy”, he said, while asserting, “Congress Party will not be cowed down by this tactic of attack and intimidation employed by the BJP Government in Assam, which is responsible for this”.
Manipur to Maha in 66 Days: Rahul Gandhi to take up 6200-km Bharat Nyay Yatra starting Jan 14
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will hold 'Bharat Nyay Yatra' from January 14 to March 20 from Manipur to Mumbai, said AICC general secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal on Wednesday.
In Kerala, Congress aligns with BJP and RSS against CPI(M), says Brinda Karat
"What the BJP and RSS say in the morning, the Congress says in the evening. This is the politics in Kerala, and it is a shame that the national party, which claims to be mentally fighting against Modi, should be in a state like Kerala, an oasis of communal harmony, an oasis for pro-people policies, is using the most wild tactics to destabilise the state government," Brinda Karat said.
Mood set for INDIA bloc meet
LoP Mallikarjun Kharge, too, deplored the suspension. "First, intruders attacked Parliament. Then, Modi government is attacking Parliament and democracy. All democratic norms are being thrown into the dustbin by an autocratic Modi government by suspending MPs." TR Baalu of DMK said: "Today, 33 Lok Sabha MPs have been suspended... The House has to be run peacefully but it depends on the behaviour of the ruling party. Nothing like this has happened in the history of Indian Parliament. The government's response is very poor."
Why India's Grand Old Party Congress is collecting Rs 138
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has launched the 'Donate for Desh' crowdfunding campaign months ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The campaign aims to empower the party for a more equitable India. Kharge highlighted the unique nature of this fundraising effort, citing Mahatma Gandhi's precedent during the freedom struggle. The initiative coincides with the completion of 138 years by the Congress party, offering donation options of Rs 138, Rs 1,380, or Rs 13,800.
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