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Congress Chief Calls for RSS Ban: Escalating Political Tensions in India
Nov 02, 2025 02:39 am CST
The conflict between Congress and RSS intensifies as Mallikarjun Kharge advocates for banning the organization, citing Vallabhbhai Patel's historical ban. RSS responds that it has been accepted by society, while Congress argues the organization has violated its commitments to remain apolitical and respect India's secular fabric.
Amit Shah Defends RSS Against Ban Calls: "Two of India's Best Prime Ministers Came From This Organization"
Nov 02, 2025 01:55 am CST
Home Minister Amit Shah strongly defended the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) against Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's demand for a ban, highlighting its contributions to India including producing two popular prime ministers. Shah emphasized the organization's role in instilling patriotism and discipline among millions of youth during its centenary year, while dismissing Kharge's demand as politically motivated ahead of elections.
Why Kanhaiya Kumar Is Not Contesting the Bihar Assembly Election: Team Effort Over Individual Ambition
Nov 01, 2025 06:06 pm CST
Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar explains his absence from the Bihar assembly election candidate list despite his commitment to change in the state. Speaking at NDTV's Bihar Power Play, Kumar discusses party loyalty, strategic alliances between national and regional parties, and his view on the BJP-JDU relationship ahead of the November elections.
Congress MP Akhilesh Singh Confirms Rahul Gandhi's Active Role in Bihar Election Campaign
Nov 01, 2025 03:40 pm CST
In an interview with NDTV, Congress MP Akhilesh Singh highlights Rahul Gandhi's strategic involvement in Bihar's election campaign, explains Congress's alliance-based seat distribution strategy, and expresses confidence about delivering surprising results in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, with counting on November 14.
Women's Representation in Bihar Elections Hits 15-Year Low Despite Voter Outreach Efforts
Nov 01, 2025 12:25 am CST
The 2025 Bihar elections feature only 258 women candidates versus 2,357 men, marking the lowest female representation in 15 years. While political parties aggressively court women voters through welfare schemes and promises, they continue citing "winnability" as the reason for limited tickets to female candidates. BJP's women candidates showed the highest success rate (69%) in the previous election, yet overall representation continues to decline despite parties' public commitments to gender equality in politics.
Kharge Demands RSS Ban: Citing Sardar Patel's Historical Restrictions on Government Employees
Oct 31, 2025 06:16 pm CST
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge calls for reinstating the ban on government employees participating in RSS activities, which was recently lifted by the BJP government. Kharge cites historical precedent set by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in 1948, while the BJP accuses Congress of selectively invoking Patel's legacy after decades of neglect.
Former Cricket Star Mohammad Azharuddin Joins Telangana Cabinet Amid Political Controversy
Oct 31, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has been sworn in as Telangana's newest minister, providing the first Muslim representation in the Congress government's cabinet. The appointment comes amid BJP objections claiming electoral code violations ahead of the crucial Jubilee Hills bypoll, while Congress defends the move as fulfilling their commitment to minority representation.
Amit Shah Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Chhath Puja Remarks While Campaigning for NDA in Bihar Elections
Oct 31, 2025 11:37 am CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a sharp critique of Rahul Gandhi during multiple rallies in Bihar, accusing the Congress leader of disrespecting Chhath Puja due to his Italian heritage. Shah predicted the INDIA bloc's defeat in upcoming elections while highlighting the NDA government's development initiatives in Bihar under Nitish Kumar's leadership and contrasting it with the alleged "jungle raj" during the RJD regime.
BRS Files Complaint Against CM Revanth Reddy for Model Code Violations in Jubilee Hills By-election
Oct 30, 2025 04:20 pm CST
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has filed a formal complaint with Telangana's Chief Electoral Officer against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Congress candidate Naveen Yadav for alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the Jubilee Hills by-election campaign. BRS demands Reddy be debarred from campaigning and faces criminal charges for making promises to influence cine workers at a recent Yousufguda meeting.
Former Cricket Captain Mohammad Azharuddin Likely to Join Telangana Cabinet as Minority Representative
Oct 29, 2025 11:34 pm CST
Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin may be appointed to the Telangana Cabinet, potentially becoming the first minister from a minority community in Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's administration. While Telangana Congress officials remain non-committal, Azharuddin's recent nomination as MLC awaits the Governor's approval, as three cabinet positions remain vacant.