political controversy
Trump Dismisses Newly Released Epstein Photos As House Democrats Reveal Images With Powerful Figures
Dec 13, 2025 08:16 pm CST
House Democrats have released 19 previously unseen photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate showing the sex offender with high-profile figures including Donald Trump and Bill Clinton. Trump dismissed the images as "no big deal," claiming Epstein "has photos with everybody." The release comes ahead of the December 19 deadline for the administration to release complete Epstein files, intensifying the controversy surrounding Epstein's connections to powerful individuals.
P Chidambaram Condemns Karnataka Minister's 'Bulldozer Justice' Proposal in Anti-Drug Campaign
Dec 13, 2025 10:57 am CST
Former Union Minister P Chidambaram has publicly criticized Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara's suggestion to demolish houses of drug peddlers, calling it illegal and reminding that such 'bulldozer justice' violates Supreme Court rulings on due process. The controversial statement has triggered internal debate within the Congress party, with Chidambaram warning against following Uttar Pradesh's controversial demolition practices.
Shashi Tharoor Misses Third Consecutive Congress Parliamentary Meeting Amid Growing Internal Tensions
Dec 12, 2025 04:11 pm CST
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has skipped three consecutive meetings of party parliamentarians, including Friday's gathering led by Rahul Gandhi. His recent absences come amid criticism from fellow Congress members over his comments praising Prime Minister Modi, raising questions about his standing within the party's central leadership as the parliamentary winter session draws to a close.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Faces BJP Criticism Over Rs 47 Crore Air Travel Expenses
Dec 12, 2025 03:12 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah faces scrutiny from BJP after government records revealed Rs 47 crore spent on helicopter and chartered flights between 2023-2025. While BJP questions his socialist credentials, Congress defends the expenditure as necessary for official tours, highlighting the 79-year-old CM's travel needs and comparing it to central government expenses.
BJP Labels Rahul Gandhi "Leader of Partying" Over Berlin Trip During Parliament Session: Priyanka Gandhi Defends with Modi Comparison
Dec 10, 2025 04:37 pm CST
Rahul Gandhi faces BJP criticism for his scheduled Berlin trip during Parliament's Winter Session, with opponents labeling him "Leader of Paryatan" and "Leader of Partying." Priyanka Gandhi defends her brother by highlighting PM Modi's frequent foreign travels, while Congress officials claim the attacks are deflection from unanswered questions on electoral irregularities. The Indian Overseas Congress describes the December 15-20 visit as an important diaspora engagement initiative.
Congress President Defends Historic Decision on Vande Mataram Against BJP's Criticism of Nehru
Dec 09, 2025 10:14 pm CST
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge strongly defended the historical decision to adopt the first two stanzas of 'Vande Mataram' as India's national song, emphasizing it was a collective choice made by freedom movement leaders including Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore. Kharge criticized BJP leadership for specifically targeting Jawaharlal Nehru in what he describes as an attempt to rewrite history and question Congress's patriotic credentials.
Madhya Pradesh Minister's Brother Arrested in Major Marijuana Smuggling Operation
Dec 09, 2025 01:22 pm CST
Police in Madhya Pradesh have arrested Anil Bagri, brother of Minister of State Pratima Bagri, along with another suspect in a significant drug bust involving 46 kg of marijuana valued at Rs 9.22 lakh. This arrest follows the recent detention of the minister's brother-in-law in a separate narcotics case, raising concerns about political connections to drug trafficking operations.
Pawan Kalyan Sparks Debate: Is Dharma Equivalent to the Indian Constitution?
Dec 08, 2025 08:14 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ignited a political controversy by equating Dharma with the Indian Constitution during an address at Karnataka's Sri Krishna Mutt. While Congress leaders firmly opposed his view, claiming the Constitution is strictly secular, BJP allies defended his stance that both share fundamental principles aimed at creating a just society.
Navjot Kaur Sidhu Clarifies Controversial Rs 500 Crore Remark Amid Political Backlash in Punjab
Dec 08, 2025 07:23 pm CST
Navjot Kaur Sidhu issues clarification on social media after her comment about "Rs 500 crore suitcase" for Chief Minister position sparked major political controversy. The former MLA insists her statement meant she and her husband would never pay for political positions, while facing criticism from BJP, AAP, and Congress colleagues ahead of Punjab's 2027 elections.
Rahul Gandhi's Four-Word Response to Parliament's Historic 'Vande Mataram' Debate: Political Tensions Rise
Dec 08, 2025 04:07 pm CST
In a significant parliamentary session marking the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram', Congress leader Rahul Gandhi responded with just four words: "Priyanka ka bhashan suno" (Listen to Priyanka Gandhi's speech). This comes amid escalating political tensions between Congress and BJP over the national song's historical treatment, with PM Modi criticizing Congress's 1937 decisions while the opposition defends its actions as based on Rabindranath Tagore's advice.