PARTY PRESIDENT MALLIKARJUN KHARGE
Mallikarjun Kharge in Kottakkal for Ayurvedic treatment
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is receiving treatment at Arya Vaidya Sala in Kerala's Kottakkal. Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal and other local leader received him. Kharge has been told to stay in the town for two weeks.
Take nation into confidence on border situation at LAC: Mallikarjun Kharge to government
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge reiterated his party's demand for the government to update the nation on the border situation with China. He citied reports of China's military buildup near Pangong Lake in Ladakh. Kharge criticised the government for alleged inaction, claiming losses of Indian territory and a lack of response to Chinese aggression. The standoff between Indian and Chinese forces in Ladakh since May 2020 remains unresolved despite multiple talks.
'Worthy homecoming': BRS leader K Keshava Rao returns to Congress fold
Former APCC president, K Keshava Rao, reenters Congress in a 'worthy homecoming', lauded by party leaders. With Rahul Gandhi's support, his return signifies a crucial development for Congress in Telangana. The event underscores Rao's political realignment, poised to strengthen the party with his extensive experience.
RSS has always been anti-Constitution: Mallikarjun Kharge
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge, flanked by INDIA bloc MPs, accused the RSS of being anti-Constitution and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of giving misleading information during a Rajya Sabha debate. The INDIA bloc staged a walkout after Kharge was not allowed to speak in response to Modi’s comments on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address. Congress leaders, along with other opposition members, gathered outside the old Parliament building to protest.
INDIA bloc parties walk out of Rajya Sabha during PM Modi's speech
During PM Modi's speech in Rajya Sabha, LoP Kharge was denied the opportunity to speak, leading to a walkout by Congress-led bloc parties. Chairman Dhankhar condemned the walkout, calling it an insult to the Constitution. Modi reiterated his duty to be accountable for his government's performance.
War of words between Jagdeep Dhankhar and Mallikarjun Kharge
A confrontation in the Rajya Sabha between Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge over Congress leader Pramod Tiwari's speech ended in a smoother session, allowing Pramod Tiwari to proceed with his address.
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"Never in history, there has been such disregard...": RS chairman Dhankar to Kharge amid disruption
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar sternly addressed Leader of Opposition in the House, Mallikarjun Kharge, asserting that Kharge could not continuously "rundown the chair." Dhankhar noted a recurring disregard for the chair from Kharge’s side. This exchange occurred during a debate on the motion of thanks to President Droupadi Murmu's address.
Mallikarjun Kharge raises NEET, Manipur, Agniveer in Rajya Sabha
Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the BJP-led government during the Rajya Sabha discussion on the President's address, highlighting issues like exam paper leaks, train accidents, terror attacks, and currency depreciation. He expressed concern over the NEET paper leak affecting 30 lakh students and called for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation. Kharge also raised issues related to Manipur, statue relocation, Agnipath scheme, 'one rank, one pension', and PM Modi's rhetoric on minorities and Pakistan.
No vision in President's address to Parliament: Mallikarjun Kharge
Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday said there was no vision or direction in the President's address to Parliament and attacked the ruling party for only giving slogans and not doing development works. Participating in the discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address in the Rajya Sabha, Kharge said the President's speech has "ignored" the challenges faced by the country and has tried to hide the government's failure.
RS LoP Mallikarjun Kharge leads Oppn MPs into well to protest paper leak
The Opposition in India has urged the government to address the NEET paper leak issue in the Rajya Sabha, causing widespread protests. Leader Mallikarjun Kharge and other leaders walked into the well of the House, while Congress member Phulo Devo Netam fainted due to exhaustion during protests. Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar announced he will not take up notices for suspending listed businesses to address the issue first.
PM tried to break Constitution: Mallikarjun Kharge's retort
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Modi for repeatedly discussing the imposition of Emergency by Indira Gandhi, accusing him of questionable actions and breaking democratic norms. Kharge alleged that the PM's speech skipped important issues such as the NEET paper leak, caste census, train accidents, and violence in Manipur.
Congress, INDIA bloc leaders hail Rahul Gandhi on birthday
Birthday wishes poured in for Rahul Gandhi as he turned 54 on Wednesday. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that his qualities of unwavering commitment to the values espoused in the Constitution and his emphatic compassion for the millions of unheard voices set him apart. Gandhi, a former Congress president and MP from Rae Bareli, has instructed all Congress workers to avoid any grand celebrations, and instead celebrate this occasion by engaging in humanitarian efforts and charity.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge wishes Rahul Gandhi on birthday
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge wished Rahul Gandhi a happy 54th birthday, praising his commitment to Indian Constitution values and compassion for the marginalised. Kharge highlighted Gandhi's dedication to unity, diversity, and harmony. He urged Gandhi to continue his mission of empowering the underprivileged and holding those in power accountable. He wished Gandhi a long, healthy, and fulfilling life ahead.
'Unilateral move': Opposition slams govt on Prerna Sthal inauguration
Opposition leaders disassociated themselves from the Vice-President's inauguration of the 'Prerna Sthal', where all India's founding leaders' statues will be displayed in the new Parliament building. They alleged that the statues were designed not to have Mahatma Gandhi and Dr Ambedkar statues near the Parliament meeting.
Mallikarjun Kharge receives invite for Modi's swearing-in ceremony; Check which opposition leaders are attending
Congress President and Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge was called by BJP leader Pralhad Joshi late last night to invite him to the swearing-in ceremony of PM-designate Narendra Modi, sources informed.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge invites parties to join INDIA bloc
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge stated at the first INDIA bloc meeting after the Lok Sabha polls that the alliance welcomes parties sharing a commitment to the Constitution's values. He emphasized the decisive mandate against Modi's politics, calling it a significant political and moral defeat. Kharge expressed determination to uphold the people's will. He thanked the INDIA bloc partners for their unity and resolve in the elections.
Boost to Congress President M Mallikarjun Kharge as son-in-law wins on home turf of Gulbarga
Congress President M Mallikarjun Kharge's son-in-law Radhakrishna Doddamani won in Gulbarga, defeating BJP MP Umesh Jadhav by 27,205 votes in the Lok Sabha elections.
Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge to hold meeting to strategise on poll outcomes
Party sources also said that after the meeting at 11 am, Kharge and Gandhi will be holding a virtual meeting with prominent Congress leaders from across the country at 1 pm. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Sachin Pilot and other leaders of the party are expected to join the meeting to discuss the assessments and preparations for June 4, the day of the counting of votes. Congress sources said the meeting at 1 pm will be live-streamed.
Low voter turnout in Lok Sabha polls 2024: A boon or bane for BJP, Congress?
Although the contested seats differ from the 2019 elections, the implications of low voter turnout have sparked debate. The controversy began when the Election Commission of India (ECI) shared a delayed update on voter turnout percentage. . Data for Phase 1, held on April 19, was released 11 days later on April 30. For Phase 2, conducted on April 26, the data was released two days later on April 28.
China encroached on our land but PM Modi is silent: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday alleged that China has encroached on India's land and is constructing houses and roads but Prime Minister Narendra Modi is silent. Where is the 56-inch chest, Kharge asked, taking a dig at the prime minister in his address at a rally in Himachal Pradesh's Rohru.
Like British, Modi government looted country's water, forest and land in 10 years: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of looting water, forest, and land like the British. He claimed Congress unites Hindus and Muslims at a rally in Jharkhand's Deoghar.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge condoles Iranian President Seyed Ebrahim Raisi's death
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge expressed condolences for the death of Iranian President Seyed Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash. He said that Indians stood with the people of Iran during this difficult time. Raisi, along with Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and others, were found dead at the crash site in East Azerbaijan province after an extensive search in a foggy and mountainous region.
Congress claims Kharge's helicopter checked in Bihar, says poll officials 'targeting' opposition leaders
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's helicopter was checked in Kerala and, now, party president Kharge's has been checked in Bihar's Samastipur, Congress leader Rajesh Rathorre claimed in a video message on X. Rathorre, who is the chief spokesperson of the Congress' Bihar unit, also shared a video to claim that the chief electoral officer of Bihar is herself monitoring the checking of Kharge's helicopter in Samastipur.
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