CONGRESS PARTY
BJP, AIMIM and BSP - all support live-in registration
ET gathers that seven political parties including the BJP, Bahujan Samaj Party and All India Majlis E Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), were at near consensus on two major issues - backing equal inheritance and property rights for men and women as well as the contentious issue of registering/recording or even restricting live-in relationships as well as LGBTQ relationships.
Congress panel on assessing party's poor performance in Telangana in LS polls meets candidates
A three-member committee led by P J Kurien held meetings with candidates in Telangana who contested in the Lok Sabha polls, discussing strengths, weaknesses, and steps to strengthen the Congress party. Members like Kadiam Kavya and Danam Nagender shared insights on party shortcomings, expressing optimism for future success. The committee, constituted by the AICC, aims to address poor performance in states like Telangana, Karnataka, and Himachal Pradesh.
Expected to win 14-15 seats...will analyse: DK Shivakumar on Congress performance in LS polls
Karnataka Congress analyzes Lok Sabha performance, acknowledges falling short of expected 14-15 seats with only 9 wins. Deputy CM questions ED raids in embezzlement case, citing ongoing investigations. NCSC notice over SC/ST fund diversion addressed. BJP's 2019 victory with 25 out of 28 seats overshadows Congress and JD-S coalition's single-seat wins.
"Cannot expect justice for Sidhu Moosewala from a government where...": Punjab Congress Chief's attack on AAP govt in state
Moosewala was murdered on May 29, 2022, in the Mansa village of Punjab. According to the police, the assailants fired several bullets at him. He was also active in politics. He had fought Punjab assembly polls from Mansa on a Congress ticket but was defeated.
BJP MLA Bharath Shetty booked for remarks against Rahul Gandhi
BJP MLA Bharath Shetty faces police investigation for alleged provocative comments against Rahul Gandhi. Congress party workers express displeasure over the remarks. Karnataka Congress Working President criticizes Shetty's statement and links BJP's behavior to Prime Minister Modi's previous remarks about Rahul Gandhi.
Congress expresses concern over increasing terror strikes
Congress has voiced concerns regarding the rising terror attacks in J&K, particularly in the Jammu region, which have resulted in casualties among civilians and military personnel. The latest attack in Kathua on Army soldiers has drawn condemnation from the Opposition party.
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"Balak Buddhi indulging in sick tragedy tourism," says BJP's Amit Malviya on Rahul Gandhi's Manipur visit
During his visit to Manipur, BJP leader criticizes Rahul Gandhi for alleged 'tragedy tourism' and blames Congress for killings in the state. Rahul Gandhi visits relief camps and meets victims. Questions raised about Congress leaders' visits to conflict-affected areas. Tensions rise as political statements intensify in Manipur.
"Yuvaraj's Manipur visit can deteriorate situation": Giriraj Singh takes dig at Rahul Gandhi
Union Minister and BJP leader Giriraj Singh criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his visit to Manipur, calling him "Yuvaraj" and suggesting that his presence could worsen the situation in the state. Singh also pointed out Gandhi's silence during the incidents in West Bengal involving Hindu women.
BJP misusing govt machinery in Manglaur: Congress lodges complaint with EC
The Congress has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against the BJP, alleging misuse of government machinery in the Manglaur bypoll. Accusations include interference from out-of-state individuals and distribution of cash and liquor.
Hathras stampede: Rahul Gandhi writes to UP CM Yogi Adityanath; seeks increase in compensation for families of victims
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, urged UP CM Yogi Adityanath to increase compensation for Hathras stampede victims, demanding severe punishment for those responsible. Gandhi met victims, criticizing inadequate compensation from the UP govt. He called for proper treatment for the injured and transparent investigation into the tragedy.
Congress' Priyanka Gandhi expresses grief over loss of lives in Assam's flood situation; appeals party for assistance
Condoling the deaths caused by the deluge, Priyanka Gandhi posted on X on Sunday, "The news of the deaths of a large number of people due to floods in Assam is very sad. Due to the continuously deteriorating situation, lakhs of people are living in relief camps."
'Lack of democracy within BRS; leaders suffocating': Congress' Prabhakar Rao
on Saturday, Prabhakar Rao said, "There is a lack of democracy in the BRS party. Most of the leaders are suffocating there. It is a regional party. Whatever decision is taken by the party chief is final. So, most of the MLAs and MLCs were suffocating in this BRS party as they were not allowed to speak at all."
Rahul Gandhi to be on Gujarat visit; to address party workers and meet Rajkot fire victims' kin
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on Saturday to address party workers and meet families affected by recent tragedies, including the Rajkot game zone fire, boat capsize in Vadodara, and Morbi bridge collapse. His visit comes amidst tensions following clashes between BJP and Congress workers over alleged remarks by Gandhi. Complaints and FIRs have been filed, leading to the arrest of five Congress workers. Gandhi will also meet the families of these arrested workers during his visit to the Gujarat Pradesh Congress Committee office in Paldi.
Finally 'ab ki baar, 400 paar' happened but in another country: Shashi Tharoor on UK poll results
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor comments on BJP's prediction of 'ab ki baar, 400 paar' as Labour Party in the UK secures a landslide victory. Congress gains support from two Independent MPs, strengthening their position in India. Labour's Keir Starmer becomes UK's new prime minister after winning 412 seats in the general election. Rishi Sunak-led Conservatives face a significant defeat with only 121 seats. The political landscape in both India and the UK experiences significant changes post-elections.
Rahul Gandhi to visit Gujarat on July 6; to address party workers and meet Rajkot fire victims' kin
Rahul Gandhi visits Ahmedabad, addressing Congress workers and meeting victims' families. His visit follows the July 2 BJP-Congress clash over anti-Hindu remarks in Lok Sabha, injuring an Assistant Commissioner of Police. Ellisbridge police filed twin FIRs leading to arrests. Gujarat Congress president Shaktisinh Gohil confirmed Gandhi’s visit to the GPCC office, where stone pelting occurred, and detainees are under remand.
Telangana: Six BRS MLCs join Congress
Several legislators from the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) in Telangana have continued to defect to the Congress party. Recently, six sitting members of the Legislative Council joined the Congress, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy present at the official ceremony. The new Congress members include Dande Vital, Bhanuprasad Rao, MS Prabhakar, Boggaparu Dayanand, and Egge Mallesham. AICC Telangana in-charge Deepa Munshi and state minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy also attended the joining event.
BRS suffers major setback, six party MLCs join Congress in Telangana
Six opposition BRS MLCs in Telangana have joined the ruling Congress, a significant setback for the opposition party. The party, which lost the Assembly polls last year, has been struggling with desertions, with several leaders, including six MLAs, leaving the party. The Congress has 25 members, while BRS has 25.
BJP is a 'parasite', 'ate up' regional parties: Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh criticized PM Modi for promoting consensus outside but confrontation inside Parliament, calling BJP a 'parasite.' He lauded the INDIA bloc's resurgence, deemed the 2024 election a personal defeat for Modi, defended Rahul Gandhi’s Agnipath remarks, criticized Modi’s 'parjeevi' tag, noted BJD's Rajya Sabha support, accused BJP of twisting Gandhi’s words, criticized the non-biological PM, and mentioned Varanasi.
NCP-SP approaches ECI to register party to accept funds before Maharashtra polls
Nationalist Congress Party - Sharadchandra Pawar (NCP-SP) is learnt to have moved the Election Commission of India ahead of the assembly polls in Maharashtra, seeking to register itself as a distinct political party under the Representation of the People Act, 1951 so that it can accept donations ahead of elections.
'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.
Abhay Mudra: The story behind Congress's choice of hand symbol
The party's current election symbol was used by Indira Gandhi for the first time when she split from the Congress (R) faction following 1977 elections and created the new Congress (I). Based on popular but unconfirmed accounts, an interesting story lies behind how Indira got to choose the symbol.
"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.
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