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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.
Kiren Rijiju Open to Electoral Reform Discussions in Rajya Sabha But Requests More Preparation Time
Dec 02, 2025 02:43 am CST
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju stated in the Rajya Sabha that the government is willing to discuss Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and electoral reforms, but requested additional time for preparation. Opposition parties, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, demanded immediate discussions, resulting in their walkout when the timeline request was denied. The Election Commission has announced SIR in multiple states, particularly those approaching 2026 elections.