opposition leaders
Shashi Tharoor Attends Putin State Dinner: Balancing Party Loyalty and Parliamentary Responsibility
Dec 06, 2025 01:36 am CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor discusses his attendance at the Rashtrapati Bhavan state dinner for Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighting his role as chairman of the parliamentary standing committee on external affairs while addressing questions about his political positioning and commitment to his constituency amid notable absence of other opposition leaders.
Tensions Rise as Shashi Tharoor Accepts Putin State Dinner Invitation While Congress Leaders Gandhi and Kharge Are Excluded
Dec 05, 2025 09:50 pm CST
Shashi Tharoor's acceptance of an invitation to President Putin's State dinner has highlighted growing tensions within the Congress party, as key opposition figures Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were notably absent from the guest list. This diplomatic incident occurs amid speculation about Tharoor's political future and broader concerns about the Modi government's approach to opposition engagement in diplomatic affairs.
Indian Leaders Unite on Constitution Day: Modi Calls for Strengthening Values While Opposition Pledges Protection
Nov 26, 2025 01:47 pm CST
On India's Constitution Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to uphold constitutional values while Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee committed to defending the document against perceived threats. The annual November 26 celebration marks the Constitution's adoption in 1949, with leaders across the political spectrum highlighting its role in preserving India's democratic foundation and diversity.
Akhilesh Yadav's Sharp Response to Yogi Adityanath's 'Three Monkeys' Jibe in Bihar Election Campaign
Nov 05, 2025 01:23 pm CST
Amid Bihar's heated election campaign, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav delivered a scathing comeback to Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's 'Appu, Pappu and Tappu' jibe against opposition leaders. This exchange highlights intensifying political rhetoric as the NDA alliance and Mahagathbandhan coalition compete in the upcoming two-phase Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for early November.
Indian Democracy at Risk: New Bill Threatens Political Rights by Equating Arrest with Guilt
Oct 31, 2025 11:41 am CST
A controversial new bill in India proposes automatic removal of ministers after 30 days in custody without trial, undermining democratic principles and the presumption of innocence. This analysis examines how the legislation could weaponize arrests for political purposes, disproportionately affect marginalized communities, and destabilize governance - all while contradicting Supreme Court precedents on due process.
"Agar Tumhari Aukaat Hai...": AAP's Dare To Suryakumar Yadav After Match Win
Sep 17, 2025 03:51 pm CST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Saurabh Bharadwaj has targeted India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav over his tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack after India's win in the Asia Cup game against Pakistan.