Indian politics
PM Modi Honors Pranab Mukherjee's Legacy: Remembering India's Towering Statesman on His Birth Anniversary
Dec 11, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former President Pranab Mukherjee on his birth anniversary, celebrating his exceptional contributions to Indian democracy. This article explores how Modi and other political leaders honored Mukherjee's legacy as a towering statesman whose decades of public service and constitutional expertise continue to inspire India's democratic journey.
PM Modi Praises Amit Shah's Parliament Speech on Electoral Integrity: Countering Opposition Claims with "Concrete Facts"
Dec 11, 2025 01:30 pm CST
Home Minister Amit Shah delivered a comprehensive parliamentary address defending India's electoral system against opposition allegations, particularly Rahul Gandhi's "vote theft" claims. Prime Minister Modi praised Shah's speech for presenting concrete facts that highlighted the robustness of democratic processes while exposing opposition falsehoods. Shah referenced historical electoral practices, defended the Special Summary Revision process, and countered specific allegations with Election Commission clarifications during the heated parliamentary debate.
Fadnavis Confirms NDA Will Contest 2029 Elections Under PM Modi's Leadership, Dismisses Succession Speculation
Dec 11, 2025 01:52 am CST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has firmly rejected speculation about Prime Minister Modi's succession, stating that the NDA will contest the 2029 Lok Sabha elections under Modi's leadership. The statement comes in response to Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan's suggestion about a potential "Marathi PM" in the future. Fadnavis praised Modi's exceptional fitness and work ethic while reaffirming the BJP's unwavering commitment to his continued leadership.
The Communist Influence: How Dipankar Bhattacharya Is Shaping Rahul Gandhi's Political Strategy
Dec 10, 2025 05:15 pm CST
This analysis examines the growing influence of Dipankar Bhattacharya, general secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist), on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's political ideology and strategic decisions. Following the Bihar election defeat, Bhattacharya has emerged as Gandhi's key advisor, potentially reshaping opposition alliances for upcoming elections including in West Bengal, while raising questions about the leftward direction of Congress leadership.
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.
Shashi Tharoor Declines Veer Savarkar Award Citing Lack of Information - Congress Loyalty Prevails Despite Party Differences
Dec 10, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has declined the Veer Savarkar International Impact Award 2025, citing lack of transparency about the award and its organizing body. The Thiruvananthapuram representative emphasized that organizers never consulted him before announcing his name as recipient, maintaining his loyalty to Congress principles despite recent disagreements with party operations.
Congress President Defends Historic Decision on Vande Mataram Against BJP's Criticism of Nehru
Dec 09, 2025 10:14 pm CST
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge strongly defended the historical decision to adopt the first two stanzas of 'Vande Mataram' as India's national song, emphasizing it was a collective choice made by freedom movement leaders including Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore. Kharge criticized BJP leadership for specifically targeting Jawaharlal Nehru in what he describes as an attempt to rewrite history and question Congress's patriotic credentials.
Sonia Gandhi's 'Vande Mataram' Response Intensifies National Song Debate Between BJP and Congress
Dec 09, 2025 09:01 pm CST
On her 79th birthday, Sonia Gandhi made headlines with a simple yet powerful "Vande Mataram" message, inserting herself into an ongoing political controversy between BJP and Congress over the national song. The debate has escalated with accusations from Prime Minister Modi about Jawaharlal Nehru's stance on the song, countered by Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, highlighting deeper divisions in Indian politics ahead of upcoming elections.
Amit Shah Challenges Priyanka Gandhi on Vande Mataram Debate: Historical Politics and National Identity Clash in Parliament
Dec 09, 2025 05:24 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leaders engaged in a heated parliamentary exchange over the Vande Mataram discussion. While Shah defended the national song's historical significance beyond Bengal and accused former Prime Ministers of divisive appeasement, Congress representatives led by Priyanka Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge claimed the debate was politically motivated with upcoming Bengal elections in mind, highlighting their party's historical connection to the national song.
PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to Congress Leader Sonia Gandhi on Her 79th Birthday
Dec 09, 2025 01:36 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his warm birthday greetings to Sonia Gandhi, the veteran Congress leader in Parliament, wishing her good health and longevity. The former Congress president, who led the 139-year-old party for nearly two decades before handing over leadership to her son Rahul Gandhi in 2017, celebrated her birthday on December 9.