Ramnath Goenka Lecture
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor Under Fire for Praising PM Modi's Ramnath Goenka Lecture
Nov 20, 2025 10:29 am CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor faces backlash from party colleagues after praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Ramnath Goenka Lecture. Party leader Sandeep Dikshit questioned Tharoor's loyalty to Congress, suggesting he explain his position or be labeled a hypocrite. This controversy adds to previous instances where Tharoor's comments have raised eyebrows within his party.
Congress Criticizes PM Modi's "Petty" Ramnath Goenka Lecture While Questioning Tharoor's Praise
Nov 19, 2025 02:54 pm CST
The Congress party has publicly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent address at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture as "petty," while expressing bewilderment at senior party member Shashi Tharoor's praise for the speech. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate questioned why the Prime Minister failed to address fair journalism concerns while continuing to criticize the opposition. This incident highlights ongoing tensions within Congress and between India's major political parties, as Tharoor's independent stance continues to raise eyebrows within his own party.
PM Modi Emphasizes Emotional Governance Over Election Politics Following Bihar Victory
Nov 18, 2025 12:11 am CST
At the Sixth Ramnath Goenka Lecture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on Bihar's transformation from the "jungle raj" era under Lalu Yadav to the current development-focused governance. He emphasized that true leadership requires an "emotional mode" of compassionate service rather than perpetual campaigning, highlighting the BJP's commitment to alleviating poverty and fulfilling middle-class aspirations through various successful initiatives in Bihar.