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Sonia Gandhi 'objected' to full version of Vande Mataram at event, claims BJP; Congress denies charge

The BJP accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to the full Vande Mataram at a Congress event. Congress denied this, stating she sought a chair for Mallikarjun Kharge. BJP leaders criticised the Congress's stance on the national song. Congress cited historical reasons for singing only initial stanzas previously. The full version…

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BJP claims Sonia Gandhi 'objected' to full version of Vande Mataram at event, Congress denies charge

The BJP accused Sonia Gandhi of objecting to Vande Mataram's full version. Congress denied this, stating she requested a chair for Mallikarjun Kharge. BJP spokesperson Gopal Krishna Agarwal shared video footage of the event. Jairam Ramesh explained the historical context of singing Vande Mataram. The Congress asserted the full version…

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Judiciary must ensure environmental laws are implemented in letter and spirit: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted a Supreme Court judge's concerns. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan stressed the need for environmental law enforcement. He noted that progressive laws are often bypassed in India. The judiciary must ensure these laws are followed in spirit.

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Serious doubts on intent: Congress attacks government on caste census issue

The government has notified forty questions for the upcoming Census. Caste details will be collected for the first time in the Census. Congress has raised serious doubts about the government's intent regarding caste enumeration. The population enumeration phase is set to begin from September 1 in certain areas. This Census…

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Govt was scared, rattled during Monsoon Session; oppn unity was on display: Congress

The Congress party stated the Modi government appeared scared and rattled during the recent Monsoon Session. Opposition unity was evident throughout the parliamentary proceedings, according to party leaders. Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah were largely absent from the session. Several proposed bills were deferred due to opposition pressure…

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VB-G RAM G is 'rozgar chori': Congress slams Modi govt

In a pointed critique, the Congress party has slammed the VB-G RAM G Act for its severe impact on rural employment generation, claiming it contributed to a shocking fifty percent drop year-on-year. Critics argue that the government's actions have led to the demise of the previous MGNREGA scheme, with this…

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National Green Tribunal must make public report of panel that reviewed approvals for Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh requested the National Green Tribunal to release a crucial project review report. He also highlighted the upcoming Tribunal Reforms Bill scheduled for Lok Sabha discussion. This bill aims to establish a National Tribunals Commission for appointments. The proposed commission will oversee selections for various judicial tribunals.…

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Home Minister must speak on police excesses, PM on 'chanda chori' issue: Congress

Parliament has been disrupted for fifteen consecutive days due to opposition demands. The Congress party alleges Home Minister Amit Shah refuses to address student police brutality. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also not spoken on alleged donation theft issues. These disruptions have prevented normal functioning in both houses of Parliament.…

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'Dubious claims': Congress' Jairam Ramesh hits back at Nirmala Sitharaman on taxation bill

Jairam Ramesh countered Nirmala Sitharaman's claims regarding a new taxation bill. He stated government assurances do not replace statutory safeguards for UPI. Ramesh argued that MDR charges would inevitably affect consumers and small businesses. He questioned why RBI's capacity to support UPI without charges is ignored. The bill removes zero-MDR…

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MDR on UPI will impact businesses, not users: FM Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at Congress' Jairam Ramesh

Sitharaman accused the opposition leader of "spreading a canard" and clarified that MDR "applies only on the merchants and not on the end users/customers," adding that the revenue would let banks and fintechs invest in infrastructure, innovation and security, benefits she said would eventually flow to all UPI users.

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FM says MDR on UPI applies to merchants, not customers; fintechs, banks will invest more on security

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated Merchant Discount Rate applies to merchants, not customers. This charge will support banks and fintech companies in infrastructure investment. A committee will decide on MDR after Parliament passes a taxation bill. The bill provides legal backing to modify the zero-MDR framework for digital payments. This…

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'Is PM seeking to dilute UPI, open digital payments sector to US businesses': Congress

Congress criticizes a new government bill concerning digital payments. The party alleges the bill could weaken UPI and favor American companies. This amendment removes the statutory guarantee for free UPI transactions. The government claims financial sustainability, but Congress disputes this assertion. The bill's passage in Lok Sabha occurred amid opposition…

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Nilekani-led task force a damage control exercise by PM: Congress

Congress criticizes the government's new exam reform task force. They call it a damage control exercise by Prime Minister Modi. A previous committee's recommendations were not fully implemented by the government. The opposition alleges a lack of political will in past actions. This new task force faces similar skepticism from…

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Congress leader Jairam Ramesh slams government on E20 rollout, says motivations clearly not environmental

Congress criticizes the E20 fuel rollout, questioning its environmental motivations. The party highlights significant water usage for ethanol production from crops. This policy places considerable stress on India's vital water resources. Congress also points to subsidies for rice used in ethanol production. The opposition asserts that the rollout benefits producers,…

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E20 saddled middle class with inflated fuel bill, only ethanol producers benefitted: Congress

The Congress party criticizes the government's E20 petrol rollout. They allege it has increased fuel bills for middle-class Indians. Consumers are reportedly paying more for E20 fuel due to reduced mileage. Independent analysis suggests consumers spent extra billions to offset mileage losses. The opposition claims ethanol producers are the sole…

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'Insult of Constitution': Congress slams BJP for 'targeting' Muslims with bulldozer action

Congress accused BJP of targeting Muslims with bulldozer demolitions in its states. This practice is seen as an insult to the rule of law and the Constitution. A Madhya Pradesh court acquitted 11 Muslim men accused in the 2022 Khargone violence. The party demanded compensation for those whose homes were…

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Congress alleges Modi government's flawed policies caused deep job crisis, citing 27% hiring drop

Congress claims flawed economic policies have plunged India's job market into crisis. Major domestic companies are now hiring fewer employees than before, according to a report. Recruitment by eleven top companies within the Sensex-30 index dropped significantly. This indicates the nation is grappling with a serious employment crisis, the party…

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Public anger growing, people demanding accountability: Congress on E20 petrol roll out

Congress criticizes the Modi government's E20 petrol rollout, citing consumer complaints. Reports indicate reduced mileage and engine performance issues with the new fuel. The government dismisses these concerns, but internal reports acknowledge potential damage. Consumers face limited choices as E20 fuel becomes widely available. Public anger is growing over accountability…

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Weaponising extraordinary laws to silence dissent: Congress on rights activist held under NSA in Assam

The Congress party has criticised the Assam government's actions. Indigenous rights activist Pranab Doley was detained under the National Security Act. This detention occurred just one day after he received bail from a district court. The opposition party alleges this is a pattern of weaponising laws to silence dissent. They…

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PM playing victim card instead of apologising for brutality on protesting students: Congress

Congress stated Prime Minister Modi plays the victim card regarding youth. The party demanded an apology for student protest brutality and paper leaks. Modi's "InstaGram sabhas" are seen as self-obsession by the opposition. The Prime Minister expressed forgiveness for youth who abused him and his mother. Congress also cited other…

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'Rot in India's education system deep; Pradhan's resignation only beginning': Congress

India's education system, according to the Congress party, is riddled with deep-rooted challenges. They assert that the resignation of the education minister is only the first crucial move. Recently, a controversy surrounding engineering entrance exams in Maharashtra has emerged, prompting the party to examine the inconsistencies between exam scores and…

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Pillars of 'Nagpur Education Policy' shaken, Education Minister 'compelled to resign': Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh

The Congress party criticized the National Education Policy on its sixth anniversary. They stated the policy's pillars have been shaken and the NTA discredited. The education minister who promoted the policy has now been compelled to resign. The opposition party alleged the policy aimed at saffronising education. They contrasted it…

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Given track record of govt, Nandan Nilekani-led panel's report will also gather dust: Congress

Congress criticises the government's past exam reform implementation. A previous committee's recommendations have seen limited action. The party questions the formation of a new task force. They cite unfulfilled promises and delays in appointments. This raises doubts about the sincerity of current reform efforts.

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Education costs outpace incomes, fuel youth anger: Congress

Congress highlights rigged exams and rising education costs as key issues. Household expenditure data shows education expenses outpace income growth significantly. Private tuition and textbook costs are increasing at a rapid pace. Youth and parents demand immediate remedial actions for accessibility and affordability. This comes after Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan…

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Great Nicobar project 'commercial enterprise', not strategic: Jairam Ramesh to Rajnath Singh

Jairam Ramesh challenges the perceived strategic value of the Great Nicobar Islands development, asserting that its primary nature is commercial rather than military. He believes that the strategic justifications are mere fabrications aimed at downplaying significant environmental ramifications. The ambitious project envisions a transshipment port accompanied by a township, yet…

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