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    Nobody can expect to escape: Rijiju on complaint against Rahul Gandhi in Lok Sabha

    After Gandhi's speech on Monday on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address, Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Rijiju accused the Congress leader of making "untruthful" claims about a host of issues, including the Agnipath scheme and the compensation paid to locals in Ayodhya.

    Congress spreading lies about Agniveers: PM Modi

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of spreading lies about the Agnipath scheme to deter youth from joining the armed forces. He called it a conspiracy to weaken national defence efforts. He criticied the Opposition for undermining defense reforms and pledged to enhance the armed forces' readiness through ongoing reforms. He emphasised the importance of increasing youth participation for a stronger military.

    Rahul Gandhi behaving like 'unruly student leader', says Uma Bharti

    Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti on Tuesday said Congress MP Rahul Gandhi behaved like an undisciplined student leader when he made his maiden speech as Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and must remember that he was now a "middle-aged man."

    Expunging speech against tenets of democracy, says Rahul Gandhi in letter to Speaker

    ​In his first speech as the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Gandhi launched a no-holds-barred attack on the BJP, accusing the leaders of the ruling party of dividing people on communal lines. Certain remarks he made during the discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address in the Lok Sabha on Monday were later expunged.

    MP assembly adjourned after ruckus over Rahul Gandhi's remarks

    ​​While Sharma was speaking, both BJP as well as Opposition MLAs got to their feet and began to shout slogans. Amid the commotion, Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar urged the members to sit down. ​​As the slogan-shouting went on, he adjourned the house for 15 minutes. Gandhi, speaking in the Lok Sabha on Monday, took a swipe at the ruling BJP saying those who call themselves Hindus are engaged in "violence and hate", drawing massive protests from the members

    Bansuri Swaraj gives notice in Lok Sabha pointing out alleged inaccuracies in Rahul Gandhi's speech

    After Gandhi's speech on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address, Union ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Kiren Rijiju accused the Congress leader of making "untruthful" claims about a host of issues, including the Agnipath scheme and the compensation paid to locals in Ayodhya.

    • Rahul Gandhi insulted Hindus, his LS speech full of lies: Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma

      Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma criticised Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for allegedly insulting Hindus in his Lok Sabha speech, accusing him of denigrating Hindus for political gain and to appease a specific community. Sharma claimed that Gandhi's remarks were full of lies, disappointment, and baseless statements, sparking controversy and drawing backlash from the ruling BJP party.

      Opposition upset as first time a non-Congress leader became PM for third term: Narendra Modi

      Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged NDA MPs on Tuesday to adhere to parliamentary rules and conduct, while learning from senior members about best practices. This advice comes a day after Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, was accused by the ruling alliance of delivering a "most irresponsible" speech.

      Rahul Gandhi's 'Hindu' remark creates uproar in Lok Sabha, invites sharp reactions from BJP leaders: Who said what?

      Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Hinduism and NEET-UG paper leak sparked controversy in the Lok Sabha. Union ministers criticized him for denigrating Hindus, while Congress defended his stance. The issue led to a heated debate on political exploitation of religion and biased media coverage.

      Rahul Gandhi opposed 'Shiv bhakts' while opposing govt: Chirag Paswan

      Union minister Chirag Paswan criticised Rahul Gandhi for opposing devotees of Lord Shiva in his anti-government stance, accusing him of lowering the dignity of the leader of opposition role. Paswan, a follower of Lord Shiva, condemned Gandhi's actions in the Lok Sabha. He questionied the authenticity of his faith and statements against the government. Paswan emphasised the importance of maintaining respect and integrity in political discourse.

      Rahul Gandhi says Speaker bowed down before PM, Birla says he follows tradition of bowing to elders

      Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi questioned Speaker Om Birla's gesture of bowing before Prime Minister Modi in Lok Sabha, prompting a debate on tradition and respect. Gandhi emphasised the Speaker's crucial role in upholding democracy and fairness in the House, while Birla defended his actions as a display of respect to elders. The exchange highlighted the Speaker's significance as the custodian and ultimate authority in the Lok Sabha.

      Anurag Thakur starts Lok Sabha debate, takes a dig at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi

      During Monday's Lok Sabha session, NDA MPs defended government policies in response to the motion of thanks to the President's Address, while the Opposition countered. BJP MP Anurag Thakur initiated the discussion by highlighting the Opposition's stance against the Constitution. He congratulated Rahul Gandhi on becoming Leader of the Opposition, emphasising the need for responsibility over power. Opposition MPs protested as Thakur criticised Gandhi's absence during important sessions.

      Hindu saints condemn Rahul Gandhi's remarks, seek apology

      Hindu saints criticised Rahul Gandhi for his comments in the Lok Sabha, demanding an apology for accusing BJP leaders of not being Hindus due to their alleged engagement in violence and hate. Swami Avadheshanand Giri condemned Gandhi's remarks, stating they stigmatised and insulted the entire Hindu community. Swami Balyogi Arun Puri also called for an apology, emphasising that Hindus have never been violent.

      Rahul Gandhi denigrated position of LoP: Vaishnaw, Rijiju

      Union ministers criticized Rahul Gandhi for delivering an irresponsible speech in Lok Sabha, making untruthful claims about various topics. The BJP highlighted the contrast with past leaders like Vajpayee, Advani, and Swaraj, emphasizing the importance of responsibility in such positions.

      Rahul Gandhi's appeasement politics starts and ends with Hindu hate: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

      Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his remarks in the Lok Sabha, accusing him of promoting Hindu hate and claiming his opposition alliance follows suit. Gandhi had stated that those identifying as Hindu are engaged in violence and hate, prompting backlash . Prime Minister Narendra Modi intervened, emphasising the seriousness of labeling the entire Hindu society as violent.

      Rahul Gandhi enjoyed power without responsibility till now: Anurag Thakur in Lok Sabha

      While congratulating Rahul Gandhi on becoming the Leader of Opposition, Anurag Thakur said the Congress leader now has power with responsibility and "absentee landlordism will not work". For the last many years, Gandhi was enjoying power without responsibility, Thakur said and asserted that it was an "agnipariksha" for the Congress leader now.

      Lok Sabha adjourned as Opposition demands NEET discussion

      Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said NEET issue is very important for the country and the Opposition wants a dedicated discussion on the matter. Hence, the adjournment motion should be accepted, he said. "Parliament should send a message to the youth that the government and Opposition are together in raising the concerns of students. I urge PM Modi to hold respectful and good discussion on the NEET issue in Parliament as it concerns the country's youth," he added.

      Speaker recognises Rahul Gandhi as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

      Gandhi, who earlier in the day joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in escorting the newly-elected Birla to the speaker's chair, thanked Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his appointment to the role.

      Rahul Gandhi as LoP now has a say in important appointments Like CBI, Election Commission, CVC, and CIC chiefs

      Rahul Gandhi has become the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, ending a decade-long vacancy. His role includes participating in the selection of key officials such as the CBI director and Chief Election Commissioners. This position also grants him cabinet minister rank and marks his family's continued political influence, following his father Rajiv and mother Sonia Gandhi.

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