Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor Explains Congress Party's Leftward Shift to Counter BJP's Divisive Politics
Nov 14, 2025 04:07 am CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor discusses his party's ideological evolution toward more leftist positions as a strategic response to BJP's politics. The article explores his views on radical centrism, inner-party democracy, and the relationship between Indian talent abroad and national development, offering insights into contemporary Indian political dynamics.
Congress Distances Itself from Shashi Tharoor's Praise for BJP's LK Advani
Nov 09, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Congress officially disavowed Shashi Tharoor's comments praising BJP veteran LK Advani, stating he speaks only for himself. The controversy erupted after Tharoor's birthday wishes to Advani and his defense against criticism. This incident follows Tharoor's recent article criticizing dynastic politics across India's political spectrum, which has created tension within his party.
Shashi Tharoor Defends LK Advani Against Criticism: Why Public Figures Deserve Comprehensive Evaluation
Nov 09, 2025 06:16 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended veteran BJP leader LK Advani against criticism following his 98th birthday wishes, arguing that public figures shouldn't be judged by single incidents. Tharoor cited examples of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, maintaining that Advani's decades of service deserve holistic assessment despite controversies surrounding the Ram Rath Yatra. This continues Tharoor's pattern of extending courtesies across party lines, previously praising PM Modi and criticizing dynastic politics.
Delhi's Dangerous AQI Crisis: Shashi Tharoor Highlights Six Years of Environmental Neglect
Nov 08, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has highlighted the persistent air quality crisis in Delhi by resharing a six-year-old post about the capital's pollution. With current AQI levels reaching a hazardous 653, nearby cities reporting "severe" ratings, and hospitals seeing a 25% increase in respiratory cases, Delhi's environmental emergency continues to worsen despite years of warnings.
Historic Victory: Zohran Mamdani Becomes New York's First Muslim and South Asian Mayor, Receives Praise from Shashi Tharoor
Nov 05, 2025 04:15 pm CST
Zohran Mamdani makes history as New York City's first Muslim mayor, first of South Asian heritage, and youngest in over a century. His grassroots campaign focusing on affordable housing and economic equality secured a decisive victory over Andrew Cuomo, earning praise from Indian politician Shashi Tharoor and driving record voter turnout.
"You Know What Happened To Me": BJP Leader Warns Shashi Tharoor Over Critique of Dynastic Politics in India
Nov 04, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Shashi Tharoor's article criticizing dynasty-driven political parties in India has sparked controversy, with BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla praising Tharoor's analysis while warning of possible repercussions from the "vengeful" Gandhi family. The article advocates for meritocracy over family lineage in Indian politics, further straining Tharoor's relationship with Congress leadership.
Shashi Tharoor Calls for End to Dynasty Politics in India: "Time to Trade Dynasty for Meritocracy"
Nov 03, 2025 11:03 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor argues that India's democracy is compromised by widespread dynasty politics across all parties, suggesting fundamental reforms are needed to establish meritocracy in political leadership. In his recent article "Indian Politics Are a Family Business," Tharoor provides extensive examples of political dynasties throughout India and calls for legal term limits and meaningful internal party elections to empower voters to select leaders based on merit rather than surname.
Shashi Tharoor Criticizes Deportation of Hindi Scholar Francesca Orsini, Calls for Greater Tolerance Toward Foreign Academics
Nov 02, 2025 06:53 pm CST
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticized the deportation of Hindi scholar Francesca Orsini from India, arguing that the country needs to show greater tolerance toward foreign academics. Orsini, a professor emerita at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London, was denied entry and deported for alleged visa violations, sparking debate about India's treatment of international scholars.
Inside Bollywood's Royal Dynasty: How "The B***ds of Bollywood" Mirrors Industry Realities
Oct 29, 2025 06:01 pm CST
This reflective analysis examines how the OTT series "The B***ds of Bollywood" accurately portrays the film industry's complex ecosystem of nepotism, power dynamics, and image cultivation. Written by MP Shashi Tharoor, the piece explores how the show's dramatization reveals deeper truths about Bollywood's dynastic structure, underworld connections, and the carefully manufactured public personas that both fascinate and captivate audiences worldwide.
Pakistani PM's Praise for Trump Draws Criticism from Former Ambassador and Indian Politician
Oct 28, 2025 11:36 am CST
Former Pakistani ambassador to the US, Husain Haqqani, criticized Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for excessively praising Donald Trump's peace efforts, with Indian MP Shashi Tharoor sharing the criticism. Sharif had lauded Trump's role in various peace initiatives and nominated him for the Nobel Peace Prize, prompting backlash on social media.