Shehzad Poonawala
Chaos at Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee for "Complete Mismanagement"
Dec 13, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The visit of football superstar Lionel Messi to Kolkata descended into chaos at Salt Lake Stadium as angry fans breached security and vandalized property after being unable to see their idol. BJP leaders harshly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress for alleged mismanagement, while Banerjee has apologized and announced an inquiry. The high-profile event, which cost attendees up to Rs 14,000 per ticket, was cut short amid the disorder, with political blame-trading following the international embarrassment.
Congress MP Brings Puppy to Parliament, Sparks Political Controversy with "Those Who Bite" Remark
Dec 01, 2025 08:09 pm CST
Congress lawmaker Renuka Chowdhury created controversy by bringing a puppy to Parliament during the Winter Session. Her subsequent remark that "those who bite are inside parliament" drew sharp criticism from BJP, who called it an insult to MPs and the institution. The incident, now under review by the Rajya Sabha Secretariat, has become the latest flashpoint between the two parties amid ongoing parliamentary debates.
Shashi Tharoor Praises Trump-Mamdani Meeting as Democratic Model: BJP Seizes Opportunity
Nov 22, 2025 04:43 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has sparked controversy by praising the meeting between US President Donald Trump and New York mayor Zohran Mamdani as an exemplary demonstration of democratic cooperation after fierce electoral battles. His comments, suggesting India should adopt similar post-election collaboration, have been enthusiastically endorsed by BJP representatives who interpreted it as criticism of Congress leadership's approach to political opposition. This incident highlights growing tensions within Congress as Tharoor continues expressing views that challenge party positions.
