Jairam Ramesh
Rajya Sabha Adjourned for 10 Minutes Due to Absence of Cabinet Ministers
Dec 12, 2025 04:41 pm CST
The Rajya Sabha faced a brief 10-minute adjournment after opposition members protested the absence of Cabinet Ministers during proceedings. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju later apologized, explaining ministers were attending to duties in the Lok Sabha, including mourning former speaker Shivraj Patil. The incident highlighted procedural concerns in India's upper house of Parliament.
Kharge's "Chanakya" Moment: When Congress President's Parliamentary Quip Sparked Cross-Party Laughter
Dec 10, 2025 03:44 pm CST
During a parliamentary discussion on Vande Mataram's 150th anniversary, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge created a lighthearted moment by referring to his colleague Jairam Ramesh as "Chanakya" after Ramesh prompted him during his speech. The exchange, which drew laughter from both political sides, was quickly characterized by BJP as revealing an "internal fight" within Congress, while Kharge continued his spirited defense of Congress's historical connection to Vande Mataram and criticism of the government's attacks on Nehru's legacy.
Mallikarjun Kharge Accuses PM Modi of Theatrical Politics While Ignoring Critical Parliamentary Issues
Dec 01, 2025 03:55 pm CST
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for engaging in political theatrics instead of addressing substantive issues at the Winter Session of Parliament. Kharge alleged that the government has consistently undermined parliamentary procedures for 11 years, citing examples of hastily passed legislation and Modi's silence on critical national concerns like the Manipur crisis until pressured by opposition actions.
Congress Leader Jairam Ramesh Faces Privilege Committee Over Comments Against Rajya Sabha Chairman
Nov 24, 2025 07:13 pm CST
The Rajya Sabha Privileges Committee is examining allegations against Congress leader Jairam Ramesh for allegedly disrespectful comments about former Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. The committee is evaluating whether Ramesh's "cheerleader" remark constitutes a breach of parliamentary privilege, with a decision pending as Parliament's Winter Session approaches.
RSS Denies Congress Allegations of Hiring US Lobbying Firm, Reaffirms Working Only in Bharat
Nov 14, 2025 07:13 am CST
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has officially denied allegations from the Congress Party about hiring an American lobbying firm. RSS spokesperson Sunil Ambekar stated the organization operates solely within Bharat, rejecting claims by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh that they engaged Squire Patton Boggs to represent their interests in the US. This controversy follows recent discussions about RSS's tax status and registration history.
Kiren Rijiju Responds to Congress Criticism Over Shortened Winter Parliament Session
Nov 09, 2025 09:40 am CST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and Congress's Jairam Ramesh clash over the shortened 15-day winter Parliament session scheduled for December 1-19. While Ramesh questions the government's motives for the "unusually delayed and truncated" session, Rijiju challenges Congress's commitment to constructive participation in parliamentary proceedings.
The Legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh: How His Library Restored Congress's Historical Connection
Sep 30, 2025 08:45 pm CST
The article explores how the establishment of the Dr. Manmohan Singh Research Centre and Library has reconnected the Congress Party with its historical archives and literary heritage. Initiated by Sonia Gandhi and formally launched in 2025, this comprehensive library houses works from diverse political voices, reflecting Singh's inclusive worldview while preserving Congress's rich political legacy after the party lost its original archives in the 1969 split.