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Rajnath Singh Slams Rahul Gandhi's '10% Control Army' Remark, Defends Military's Secular Nature
Nov 05, 2025 04:36 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh strongly condemned Rahul Gandhi's controversial statement about '10 percent of India controlling the Army,' emphasizing that the military has no caste or religion. The remarks, made during Bihar election campaigning, sparked criticism from BJP leaders who accused Gandhi of attempting to divide the armed forces and inappropriately dragging the military into caste politics.
Rahul Gandhi Claims Indian Army Under Control of Upper Castes, Sparks Controversy Over Representation
Nov 04, 2025 07:48 pm CST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has sparked controversy by claiming that India's Army is controlled by the upper 10% of the population while campaigning in Bihar. This statement adds to his ongoing advocacy for a national caste census and equal representation for marginalized communities. Gandhi has previously faced legal challenges for his comments about the military, including Supreme Court criticism over remarks about Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh.
Lalu Yadav's Brainchild "Bhurabal" Back. How It Can Affect Bihar Polls
Sep 16, 2025 12:49 am CST
The old acronym "Bhurabal" - literally meaning "brown hair" - has once again surfaced in Bihar, taking centrestage in political discussions ahead of the state's assembly election.