Thiruvananthapuram MP

  • Shashi Tharoor Acknowledges Analysis of Ideological Divide Within Congress Party

    Shashi Tharoor Acknowledges Analysis of Ideological Divide Within Congress Party

    Dec 15, 2025 02:38 pm CST

    A thoughtful analysis of the ideological differences between Shashi Tharoor and Rahul Gandhi-led Congress sparked a response from Tharoor himself, highlighting tensions between the party's urban reform-oriented past and its current rural grievance-focused approach. The article explores how this internal conflict reflects broader challenges in Congress's political strategy against the BJP.

  • Why Congress Avoids Disciplinary Action Against Shashi Tharoor Despite Repeated Meeting Absences

    Why Congress Avoids Disciplinary Action Against Shashi Tharoor Despite Repeated Meeting Absences

    Dec 12, 2025 04:51 pm CST

    Shashi Tharoor's third consecutive absence from major Congress meetings raises questions about the party's reluctance to take disciplinary action. Sources reveal this tolerance stems from Tharoor's significant voter influence in Kerala, crucial for upcoming elections, despite tensions with party leadership and his potential Chief Ministerial ambitions.

  • Shashi Tharoor Misses Third Consecutive Congress Parliamentary Meeting Amid Growing Internal Tensions

    Shashi Tharoor Misses Third Consecutive Congress Parliamentary Meeting Amid Growing Internal Tensions

    Dec 12, 2025 04:11 pm CST

    Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has skipped three consecutive meetings of party parliamentarians, including Friday's gathering led by Rahul Gandhi. His recent absences come amid criticism from fellow Congress members over his comments praising Prime Minister Modi, raising questions about his standing within the party's central leadership as the parliamentary winter session draws to a close.

  • Shashi Tharoor Declines Veer Savarkar Award Citing Lack of Information - Congress Loyalty Prevails Despite Party Differences

    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.

  • Shashi Tharoor Attends Putin State Dinner: Balancing Party Loyalty and Parliamentary Responsibility

    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.

  • Shashi Tharoor Challenges Congress Approach to Parliamentary Proceedings: "Not Here to Shout"

    Shashi Tharoor Challenges Congress Approach to Parliamentary Proceedings: "Not Here to Shout"

    Dec 05, 2025 02:21 pm CST

    Veteran Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has publicly distanced himself from his party's parliamentary tactics, stating constituents elected him to represent them meaningfully rather than create disruptions. This stance highlights growing tensions within the opposition as the four-term Thiruvananthapuram representative emphasizes substantive debate over protest demonstrations during the ongoing Winter Session.

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    Is Shashi Tharoor's Relationship with Congress Reaching a Breaking Point? MP Misses Key Party Meetings

    Dec 01, 2025 03:01 pm CST

    Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has missed two crucial party meetings amid growing tension with leadership, fueling speculation about his political future ahead of Kerala's Assembly elections. His divergent positions on government actions and praise for PM Modi have widened the rift with party officials, marking a significant deterioration in his 10+ year relationship with Congress.