Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor Advocates for Cross-Party Cooperation Despite Facing Criticism for Neutral Comments on PM Modi's Speech
Nov 26, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor makes a compelling case for practical political cooperation across party lines, arguing against rigid ideological purity that prevents effective governance in India's federal system. His recent neutral comments on PM Modi's speech triggered party criticism, highlighting the polarized political climate while underscoring his belief that elected officials must collaborate despite differences to serve their constituents effectively.
Shashi Tharoor Praises Trump-Mamdani Meeting as Democratic Model: BJP Seizes Opportunity
Nov 22, 2025 04:43 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has sparked controversy by praising the meeting between US President Donald Trump and New York mayor Zohran Mamdani as an exemplary demonstration of democratic cooperation after fierce electoral battles. His comments, suggesting India should adopt similar post-election collaboration, have been enthusiastically endorsed by BJP representatives who interpreted it as criticism of Congress leadership's approach to political opposition. This incident highlights growing tensions within Congress as Tharoor continues expressing views that challenge party positions.
Shashi Tharoor: UN Remains Essential Global Institution Despite Challenges in Gaza and Ukraine
Nov 21, 2025 05:53 pm CST
Former UN diplomat and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor delivered a powerful address at the 15th Desmond Tutu International Peace Lecture, arguing that despite its failures in Gaza and Ukraine, the United Nations remains an indispensable institution for global cooperation. Tharoor called for UN reform while emphasizing the importance of interfaith harmony and collective action in addressing today's complex international challenges.
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.
Shashi Tharoor's Tribute to Indira Gandhi: Honoring Her Complex Legacy on 108th Birth Anniversary
Nov 20, 2025 02:16 am CST
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor pays tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 108th birth anniversary, acknowledging her significant impact "for good and ill" on India's history. Despite criticizing the Emergency, Tharoor shares personal connections and reveals how her assassination felt like a personal loss, offering a nuanced perspective on her controversial yet influential legacy.
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.
Shashi Tharoor Praises PM Modi's Vision for Post-Colonial India, Sparking Congress Controversy
Nov 18, 2025 05:57 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has once again stirred controversy by publicly praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech on India's development and rejection of colonial mindsets. The Thiruvananthapuram representative highlighted Modi's vision of India as an "emerging model" rather than just an "emerging market," while potentially widening the rift with his own party leadership. This article examines the growing tensions within Congress as Tharoor continues to express views that appear to align with the Prime Minister's national vision.
Shashi Tharoor Condemns Death Penalty for Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina in Absentia Trial
Nov 18, 2025 11:59 am CST
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has expressed concern over the death sentence given to former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, calling it "very troubling." Hasina was sentenced in absentia by Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal for alleged crimes against humanity during student protests last year. Currently residing in Delhi after fleeing Bangladesh in August 2024, Hasina has denied the charges as politically motivated and called for her case to be brought before the International Criminal Court.
Controversial "Cauliflower Post" by Assam Minister Invokes 1989 Bhagalpur Massacre Amid Bihar Election Results
Nov 16, 2025 09:36 pm CST
Assam Minister Ashok Singhal sparked nationwide outrage with a social media post referencing "Gobi farming" following NDA's Bihar election win, evoking the horrific 1989 Bhagalpur massacre where Muslims were killed and buried under cauliflower fields. The post has drawn condemnation from opposition leaders and legal experts for glorifying communal violence, while the minister has neither deleted nor apologized for the controversial reference.
Shashi Tharoor Supports Government's Response to Delhi Red Fort Terrorist Attack: "Terrorist Acts Cannot Go Unpunished"
Nov 14, 2025 11:31 am CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has voiced support for the government's findings on the Delhi Red Fort blast that claimed 13 lives, emphasizing that terrorist attacks require decisive action. Tharoor called for national unity as authorities confirmed Dr. Umar Mohammad's involvement through DNA evidence and demolished his Pulwama residence, sending a strong message against terrorism on Indian soil.
