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Sonia Gandhi reveals her rare exchanges with Modi, and what sets them apart

Sonia Gandhi reveals she has limited personal contact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during official gatherings. She notes that their interactions are often formal, marked by a lack of eye contact. Gandhi reflects on their contrasting visions for India, focusing on inclusiveness and social justice against RSS-inspired ideology.

The Economic Times · Nov 10

‘My thought was always: he will be killed next’: Sonia Gandhi on marrying into an Indian political dynasty and her husband’s assassination

She came from humble Italian origins to join India’s ruling family. Then both her mother-in-law, Indira Gandhi, and her husband, Rajiv, were brutally murdered. In a rare interview, the politician talks about her reluctant rise to power, Narendra Modi’s repressive regime – and why youth protests give her hope for…

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7

Ravi Shankar Prasad claims Nehru became PM through 'vote chori'

"What kind of mock parliament is this, in which only the opposition is present, and the ruling party is absent? While its (INDIA bloc's) leaders disrupt parliamentary proceedings in the House, the party is mocking parliament and the people of the country by staging such an exercise," Prasad told reporters…

The Economic Times · Oct 31

SP, Congress hit back at Owaisi over call for Muslim youth to break from political dynasties

Asaduddin Owaisi addressed a political event in Rampur, urging Muslim youth to seek leadership roles. He criticized reliance on traditional political families like the Nehru-Gandhi and Yadav dynasties. Various political leaders responded, indicating that Owaisi's statements might reflect a divisive agenda. The exchanges come ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Rahul Gandhi spreading anarchy, says BJP in Nagpur; Congress hits back and hails him as common man's voice

BJP leaders in Nagpur have accused Congress MP Rahul Gandhi of having a mental disorder. They performed rituals for his ancestors to invoke wisdom and alter his behavior, considering him anti-national. In response, Congress officials defended Gandhi's role in raising concerns about governance and questioned BJP's reaction to his inquiries.…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

‘This government will fall’: Rahul Gandhi alleges ‘millions’ added to, deleted from voter rolls

Rahul Gandhi claimed that millions are impacted by irregularities in electoral rolls across several Indian states. He addressed concerns about the integrity of India's democratic process linked to the BJP-led government. During a speech, he accused the Election Commission of failing to cooperate with opposition leaders who raised concerns. Gandhi…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Gandhi’s ‘Ram Rajya’ phrase could have put off Muslims, says Ramachandra Guha

Historian Ramachandra Guha addressed Gandhi's use of the phrase 'Ram Rajya' at the launch of his book. Guha acknowledged that the phrase could be seen as off-putting to Muslims despite Gandhi's interfaith practices. He highlighted Gandhi's contributions against untouchability and noted his significant role in bringing women into politics. Guha…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

Gandhi, Nehru & Ambedkar invoked in Gyanesh Kumar row: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke tells CEC, 'It’s done, bro'

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, invoked Mahatma Gandhi, Dr BR Ambedkar and Jawaharlal Nehru while taking a swipe at the Centre amid his party’s protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Dipke described Gandhi as the “SOUL of India”, Ambedkar as the “BACKBONE of India” and Nehru…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

BJP says Congress has become 'Muslim League Maoist Congress'

BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi attacked the Congress party on Monday. He claimed Hamid Ansari's remarks exposed the opposition's ideological leanings. Ansari cited Nehru's view that Hindu nationalism posed a greater threat. Trivedi alleged the Congress has become a 'Muslim League Maoist Congress'. He stated Rahul Gandhi's discourse traces roots to…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

At 76, PM Narendra Modi’s journey runs from a Gujarat town to the world stage

Narendra Modi Biography: Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns seventy-six on September seventeenth. His political journey began in Vadnagar and led him to national leadership. Modi served as Gujarat's chief minister for over a decade. He became India's prime minister in two thousand fourteen. Modi now holds the record for India's…

The Economic Times · Sep 17