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Congress to distribute free sanitary napkins in Bihar; NDA objects to Rahul Gandhi's photos on pad packets
The Congress in Bihar initiated a program to distribute free sanitary napkins to 5 lakh women, featuring Rahul Gandhi's photographs on the packets. This move drew criticism from the ruling NDA, who accused the Congress of political opportunism and insulting women's dignity. In response, Congress defended the initiative, highlighting the need to address menstrual health issues among women in Bihar.
Govt must allow discussion on India-China ties in Parliament to build consensus on challenges posed: Congress
The Congress party urges the Narendra Modi government to debate India-China relations in Parliament. Jairam Ramesh highlights China's support to Pakistan and border issues. He mentions Lieutenant General Rahul R Singh's revelations. The party plans to raise this demand in the upcoming monsoon session starting July 21, 2025.
Defamation case: Karnataka HC stays trial proceedings against Shivakumar
The Karnataka High Court has granted interim relief to Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and the KPCC, staying trial court proceedings in a defamation case filed by the State BJP unit. This case stems from "corruption rate card" ads issued by Congress before the 2023 elections, which the BJP alleges damaged their public image.
Opposition mulls legal course, mass stir against SIR of electoral roll in Bihar
Rashtriya Janata Dal and Congress hint at opposition to the Election Commission of India's Special Incentive Revision in Bihar. Options include court action and public protests. Congress expresses distrust in the ECI leadership after discussions. They allege a significant voter reduction. Opposition leaders are considering their next steps. All legal options are on the table.
Shivakumar says 'efforts may fail, not prayers', urges Congress workers to work together
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged party members to unite and follow Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's guidance. He refrained from commenting on his CM aspirations, emphasizing his prayers for the state's well-being after visiting Chamundi Hills.
Officers not safe in Odisha, says state's Congress in-charge on the assault of BMC official
The Odisha Congress has condemned the attack on Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation's Additional Commissioner Ratnakar Sahoo. Ajay Kumar Lallu called the state a 'Jungle Raj'. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Jagannath Pradhan surrendered and got arrested. The BJP suspended five members for their involvement in the violence. BMC has strongly condemned the assault.
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Congress approves sweeping student loan changes in ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: What it means for borrowers
Congress has passed President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill," overhauling federal student loans. The legislation restricts repayment options, caps PLUS loans, and holds colleges accountable for graduate earnings. While Public Service Loan Forgiveness remains, stricter eligibility for social programs is introduced, sparking debate over affordability and support for vulnerable populations.
'Ye Congress-BJP ka rishta kya kehlata hai...': Arvind Kejriwal alleges secret nexus between political parties in Gujarat
Addressing the supporters, Kejriwal drew a provocative analogy and said, "What is the relationship between Congress and BJP? Is it a brother-sister relationship or a husband-wife relationship? It is a lovers' relationship. They meet secretly due to fear of society. Society does not accept their marriage."
AAP has no ties with Congress; INDIA bloc was only for LS Poll: Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal announced that Aam Aadmi Party is ending its alliance with Congress. He accused Congress of supporting BJP in Gujarat. The INDIA bloc was only for the Lok Sabha polls. AAP will contest the 2027 Gujarat assembly elections. Gopal Italia won the Visavadar bypoll. Kejriwal claims BJP has ruined Gujarat.
Siddaramaiah's repeated 'chest-thumping' on completing term direct snub to Congress high command: BJP leader Ashoka
BJP leader R Ashoka criticizes CM Siddaramaiah's repeated assertions of completing his full term, viewing it as defiance towards the Congress high command and a snub to D K Shivakumar. Ashoka questions whether the high command has lost control and accuses Siddaramaiah of undermining senior leaders.
'Parliament is not a museum': Congress MP Manickam Tagore slams PM Modi Centre over nameplate installation
Congress MP Manickam Tagore has strongly criticized the central government for allegedly bypassing parliamentary procedures and undermining democratic norms. This criticism follows the installation of a nameplate on the new Parliament building.
'Indifferent to suffering': Rahul Gandhi slams Modi govt for inaction amid rising farmer suicides in Maharashtra
Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government over farmer suicides in Maharashtra, alleging indifference to their debt and ignored demands for loan waivers and MSP. He contrasted this with loan waivers for wealthy individuals, citing Anil Ambani's case. The BJP countered, highlighting farmer suicides during the previous NCP-Congress government in Maharashtra, accusing Gandhi of playing politics with the dead.
Sonia, Rahul Gandhi, others plotted to grab Rs 2,000 crore assets: ED
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) told a Delhi court that Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others allegedly sought to usurp assets of Associated Journals Ltd (AJL). The ED claimed the Congress party could be an accused. Senior Congress leaders were involved in fake transactions. Young Indian was a sham entity to convert public money. The court will continue hearing the case.
Congress slams Modi govt over Pakistan's UNSC presidency, calls it 'diplomatic setback'
The Congress party criticizes Prime Minister Modi's government. They allege failure to prevent Pakistan from holding key United Nations positions. Pakistan now presides over the UN Security Council. It also chairs the Taliban Sanctions Committee. Randeep Singh Surjewala questions the government's silence. He points to Pakistan's alleged support for terrorism. He also claims India is isolated diplomatically.
Congress bringing Jamaat-e-Islami into political mainstream due to its desperate politics: BJP
Bharatiya Janata Party criticised Indian National Congress. BJP alleged Congress of opportunistic politics. BJP accused Congress of seeking support from Jamaat-e-Islami. Rajeev Chandrasekhar said Congress courts Islamic organisation. He added that the organisation does not believe in secularism. Chandrasekhar claimed Congress is using appeasement politics. Congress won the Nilambur bypoll last month. Kerala assembly polls are scheduled next year.
'I introduced Siddaramaiah to Sonia Gandhi': Leaked call of Congress MLA BR Patil triggers storm, Karnataka CM reacts, 'Yes, I’m...'
A leaked phone conversation has ignited controversy in Karnataka, with Congress MLA BR Patil claiming he introduced Siddaramaiah to Sonia Gandhi. Patil attributed Siddaramaiah's rise to power to luck and planetary alignment, expressing his own frustration at being sidelined. While Siddaramaiah acknowledged his luck, Patil later clarified his statements, accusing the media of misrepresentation.
Infighting plagues J&K Congress, many senior leaders up in arms against PCC chief Tariq Hameed Karra
The Congress party is grappling with internal strife in its Jammu & Kashmir unit. Senior leaders are rebelling against PCC president Tariq Hameed Karra, alleging he's an outsider and demanding his removal. Dissidents boycotted a reception for AICC general secretary Syed Naseer Hussain.
Didn't discuss leadership change with MLAs, MPs in Karnataka: Congress leader Surjewala
AICC general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala dismissed any leadership change discussions within Karnataka Congress, emphasizing his focus on reviewing MLA performance and constituency work. He highlighted the importance of fulfilling election promises and addressing MLA aspirations, assuring that the five guarantees will continue despite BJP criticism.
Unfulfilled promises, digital exclusion of marginalised: Congress on Digital India completing 10 years
As the Modi government celebrates Digital India's 10th anniversary, touting its success in democratizing technology, the Congress party criticizes the initiative, citing unfulfilled promises and digital exclusion. Mallikarjun Kharge highlights the lack of broadband connectivity in many villages, the financial struggles of BSNL and MTNL, and rising cybercrime rates.
Congress MLA Nana Patole climbs speaker's podium, suspended from assembly for a day
Maharashtra Congress MLA Nana Patole was suspended from the state legislative assembly for a day after climbing the speaker's podium to demand action against BJP MLA Babanrao Lonikar and Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate for allegedly insulting farmers. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticized Patole's aggressive behavior, leading to his suspension by the speaker.
PM running away from Manipur situation, Trump's claims : Congress jabs Modi ahead of tour
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign tour, Congress criticizes his absence from domestic issues. Jairam Ramesh alleges Modi is avoiding the Manipur situation and Donald Trump's ceasefire claims. Congress also raises concerns about Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam terror attack. Modi is scheduled to visit Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.
"Super Premium Frequent Flier PM...": Congress MP Jairam Ramesh attacks PM Narendra Modi ahead of his 5-nation visit
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his five-nation tour, accusing him of evading national issues like the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur and alleged setbacks in Operation Sindoor. Ramesh also questioned the lack of progress in the Pahalgam terror attack investigation.
Congress government will be solid as rock for 5 yrs, Shivakumar and I on good terms: Karnataka CM
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assures stability for his government. He dismisses leadership change rumors. Siddaramaiah affirms strong relationship with Deputy CM D K Shivakumar. He criticizes BJP leaders for spreading false information. Siddaramaiah confirms he will inaugurate Mysuru Dasara celebrations. Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala will visit Karnataka. He will address concerns of party legislators.
‘Don’t cross Lakshman Rekha’: Karnataka home minister cautions Congress leaders over CM change remarks
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara addressed statements from Congress leaders regarding a potential Chief Minister change, deeming them personal opinions and cautioning against overstepping party boundaries. He acknowledged internal discontent, with some MLAs openly criticizing the government's performance, while dismissing RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale's call to review 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Constitution.
Telangana to introduce bill to protect gig workers, Cong says 'Shramik Nyay' part of central vision
Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh pointed out that Telangana is the third state to legislate on this matter, following Rajasthan and Karnataka.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey drops huge bombshell on Congress, alleges 150 MPs received Russian funding
Nishikant Dubey, a BJP MP, has accused the Congress party of being funded by the Soviet Union. He shared a CIA document from 2011. The document suggests over 150 Congress MPs were agents of Russia. Dubey claims HKL Bhagat led this operation. He also alleges journalists were involved.
Congress appoints 58 observers for Bihar Assembly polls
The Congress has intensified its preparations for the upcoming Bihar Assembly polls, scheduled for October-November, by appointing 58 AICC observers. This move follows the party's performance in the last elections where it won only 19 out of the 70 seats contested as part of the 'Mahagathbandhan' alliance.
'Misled nation': Congress slams govt over Indian defence attache's reported 'lost jets' remarks
The Congress party alleges the Modi government misled India regarding aircraft losses during Operation Sindoor. Jairam Ramesh shared a media report quoting Captain Shiv Kumar on fighter jet losses. Pawan Khera criticizes the government for not disclosing the losses earlier. Congress demands an all-party meeting and special Parliament session. They accuse the government of compromising national security.
Congress dubs BJP 'anti-OBC' for not implementing 27% reservation in MP
The Congress party has accused the BJP of being anti-OBC, citing the non-implementation of 27% reservation for the community in Madhya Pradesh despite Supreme Court's clearance. Congress leaders criticized former and current BJP chief ministers for failing to enact the reservation, demanding an apology and immediate implementation to address the grievances of OBC students.
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