On September 15, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed concerns about growing prejudice against the reservation system while speaking at the inauguration of the Samvidhan Mandir at Elphinstone Technical High School and Junior College in Mumbai. Dhankhar criticized individuals in constitutional roles who frequently criticize India abroad and advocate for the end of reservations. He described these repeated criticisms as a troubling pattern of prejudice and a serious issue requiring careful thought and discussion. According to Dhankhar, such comments undermine the constitutional commitment to reservations, which are integral to promoting social equality and addressing social disparities. He reaffirmed that, from his constitutional perspective, reservations are a fundamental and positive aspect of the Constitution, designed to foster equality and combat injustice. Dhankhar’s remarks emphasized that reservations are not just a policy but a core principle of the Constitution aimed at achieving social justice and equality.
16 September,2024 11:52 AM IST
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and a Congress MP, reflects on how the Bharat Jodo Yatra changed his perspective on politics. He says the journey transformed how he thinks about his work and his connection with people. Gandhi highlights that the most surprising and impactful outcome of the Yatra was the introduction of the concept of "love" into Indian politics—a rarity in political discourse globally, where terms like hatred and corruption are more common. This idea of love, which emerged naturally during the Yatra, has positively influenced political communication and interaction. Gandhi is impressed by how well this notion has resonated and worked within the political system.
09 September,2024 03:17 PM IST
Veteran Congress leader and former External Affairs Minister K. Natwar Singh passed away on Saturday night at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, where he had been receiving treatment for a prolonged illness. He was 93 years old. Born in 1931 in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, Singh transitioned from a distinguished diplomatic career to Indian politics. He served as the External Affairs Minister from 2004-2005 under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, and held various ministerial roles including Union Minister of State for Steel, Mines and Coal, and Agriculture in Rajiv Gandhi's government from 1985-1986. Singh was first elected as an MP from Bharatpur in the 1984 elections, marking his entry into politics from the Indian Foreign Services. His career spanned significant roles in both diplomacy and politics, reflecting his substantial contributions to Indian public life. Watch video.
11 August,2024 10:53 AM IST
After departing from the All India Congress Committee (AICC) office in New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi engaged in a heartfelt interaction with an elderly man who approached his car. The seasoned Congress party member shared that Rahul Gandhi paused his vehicle to attentively listen to him. Speaking to ANI, the elderly gentleman expressed mutual admiration between them, highlighting Rahul Gandhi's commitment to address party workers' concerns. He added that Rahul Gandhi assured him of further discussions, underscoring their respectful rapport. This incident exemplifies Rahul Gandhi's approachability and dedication to fostering direct communication within the party.
25 June,2024 11:34 AM IST
It's Rahul Gandhi's birthday today. The Congress leader turned 54 today. He was born in Delhi on 19th of June, 1970. He is the son to Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi, grandson to Indira Gandhi and great grandson to Jawaharlal Nehru. His journey in politics has seen him evolve from a Member of Parliament to serving as Vice-President and later President of the Indian National Congress. Known for his focus on youth empowerment, rural development, and social justice, Rahul Gandhi has been a key figure in shaping the party's policies and strategies, influencing Indian political discourse significantly. On the special occasion of Rahul Gandhi's birthday, let's take a look at his political journey
18 June,2024 10:03 PM IST
PM Modi while addressing the public of Jharkhand’s Jamshedpur attacked Sonia Gandhi’s appeal to the public ‘Main Apna Beta Aapko Saunp Rahi Hun’, and said that they consider Lok Sabha Seat their family property. PM Modi said, “You would have seen it in the news. Congress’ prince fled from Wayanad and went to Raebareli, and he told everyone ‘Ye Meri Mummy Ki Seat Hai’. When a child goes to school, even he doesn’t say that it is my father’s school, even if his father had studied there. His mother went to Raebareli for the campaign and said ‘Main Apna Beta Aapko Saunp Rahi Hun’. But the public of Raebareli asked where were you when we were suffering from COVID, couldn’t you come to Raebareli back then? Now you are asking to give Raebareli to your son? These family-driven people are writing the ‘Vasiyatnama’ of Lok Sabha seats. These are the same people who talk about inheritance tax. You will earn, Congress will take it away. They consider Lok Sabha seat their family property, no party worker will get a chance, it will pass on family line only.”
19 May,2024 04:47 PM IST
Smriti Irani speaking exclusively with ANI, slammed the Congress party over Gandhi family’s treatment of Maneka Gandhi, alleging that she was "stripped and assaulted" when she contested against Rajiv Gandhi from Amethi. Maneka Gandhi, the wife of late Congress leader Sanjay Gandhi was reportedly keen on contesting from her husband's seat Amethi after his death. In 1984, she contested from the seat against Rajiv Gandhi in 1984. However, she lost by a huge margin and ended up losing her deposit."When Maneka Gandhi contested against the Gandhi family from here (Amethi)...a young widow with a young child...literally she is stripped, she is assaulted. And the message goes in the region, that if we didn't leave her, how will we spare you?" Irani said. "This whole subset, that is so enamoured by the giggling Gandhis, they don't realize the muck, violence, torture, they are capable of. Beneath that sheen, is so much of dirt," she added.
19 May,2024 11:28 AM IST
While campaigning for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a public event in Palamu, Jharkhand, on May 4, where he accused Rahul Gandhi of seeking happiness in his tears. He emphasized the government's efforts in eradicating poverty and expressed his satisfaction when meeting beneficiaries of various government schemes. “I have lived in poverty. I know how troublesome the life of a poor is. All the schemes launched in the last 10 years are inspired by my life experiences. When I meet the beneficiaries, I get tears of joy. These tears can only be understood by those who have seen poverty and struggle. The one who never saw his mother coughing due to smoke, cannot understand these tears... The Shehzade of Congress is searching for his happiness in Modi's tears... These people are disappointed and hopeless,” said PM Modi.
04 May,2024 04:46 PM IST
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra launched an all-out attack against Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalling Rajiv Gandhi assassination stating that she has seen several Prime Ministers who have sacrificed their lives for the country including her father whom "she brought back in pieces". Addressing a rally at Dharampur village in Valsad in PM Modi's home state of Gujarat on Saturday, Gandhi said in Hindi," I have seen such Prime Ministers. And I am not saying, that only my family members served. Indira Ji was there. She sacrificed her life for the country. Rajiv Gandhi was a Prime Minister too, I brought him home in pieces, he sacrificed his life for his country."
28 April,2024 04:33 PM IST
Talking about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “wealth distribution” remark, Chairman of Indian Overseas Congress, Sam Pitroda on April 24 explained that when Congress talks about redistributing wealth, it means new policies and new programs that are in the interest of the people and not in the interest of super-rich only. "...In America, there is an inheritance tax. If one has $100 million worth of wealth and when he dies he can only transfer probably 45% to his children, 55% is grabbed by the government. That's an interesting law. It says you in your generation, made wealth and you are leaving now, you must leave your wealth for the public, not all of it, half of it, which to me sounds fair. In India, you don't have that. If somebody is worth 10 billion and he dies, his children get 10 billion and the public gets nothing...So these are the kind of issues people will have to debate and discuss. I don't know what the conclusion would be at the end of the day but when we talk about redistributing wealth, we are talking about new policies and new programs that are in the interest of the people and not in the interest of super-rich only," said Sam Pitroda.
24 April,2024 08:50 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
