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‘No accountability’: Rahul Gandhi slams Centre, UP government over Noida bus gang-rape

Rahul Gandhi criticized the central and Uttar Pradesh governments regarding a recent gang-rape incident. A minor girl was allegedly gang-raped on a moving bus in Noida earlier this month. The incident occurred on a sleeper bus traveling from Greater Noida to Delhi. Gandhi questioned the lack of accountability for police…

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Congress plans nationwide protests over FIR against Rahul Gandhi

Congress will organize state-level protest marches nationwide against Rahul Gandhi's FIR. They are demanding an FIR against BJP workers for a casteist ritual. The party opposes the BJP's anti-Dalit and anti-constitutional agenda. An FIR was registered against Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani, Uttarakhand. This action follows remarks about a purification ritual…

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Fight against casteist mentality will be waged with full force: Congress slams FIR against Rahul Gandhi

An FIR was filed against Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on a purification ritual. The Congress party criticized the Uttarakhand government for this action. They questioned why no case was filed against those who performed the ritual. The Congress stated they would respond through democratic and legal means. This incident…

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FIR against Rahul Gandhi over remarks on Haldwani ‘purification’ ritual

An FIR has been registered against Rahul Gandhi in Haldwani. This action follows a complaint alleging casteist remarks made by the Congress leader. The complaint claims Gandhi gave a casteist spin to a religious ritual. Various laws, including the SC/ST Act, have been invoked against him. The FIR stems from…

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"Direct assault on dignity of every Dalit citizen": Shashi Tharoor slams "BJP's ideology" amid chaos over Haldwani 'shuddhikaran' row

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor condemned a recent purification ritual as untouchability. He stated the act was unconstitutional and unacceptable under law. Rahul Gandhi also criticized the BJP and RSS for practicing untouchability openly. The controversy arose after a Congress rally in Haldwani on August 8. Kharge demanded strict legal action…

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'BJP has nothing to do with it': U'khand Minister Khajan Das rejects Cong's claim of Kharge's insult in Haldwani purification ritual

Uttarakhand minister Khajan Das firmly rejected Congress accusations about a purification ceremony at Haldwani's Ramlila Ground, asserting that the BJP has no links to the event and accusing the opposition of distorting facts to mislead the Dalit community. Rahul Gandhi condemned the act, labeling it as untouchability and a violation…

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'BJP-RSS oppose Dalit progress': Rahul Gandhi at party briefing calls for FIR over Haldwani 'purification'

Rahul Gandhi demanded an FIR against individuals performing a purification ritual. He alleged this ritual reflected the BJP-RSS mindset against Dalits. Gandhi stated the act amounted to untouchability and violated constitutional law. He linked the incident to an ideological battle for the Constitution's protection. The Congress leader highlighted ongoing caste…

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‘Environment of FIRs harmful for India’: ABP journalist booked after report on Pune college

“Such an environment of FIRs against journalists is wrong for them and not just them but for the country. It is harmful,” says ABP Majha journalist Mandar Gonjari.

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Rahul Gandhi INDIA bloc's 2029 PM candidate: Tamil Nadu minister P Viswanathan

Tamil Nadu Minister P Viswanathan declared Rahul Gandhi the INDIA bloc's prime ministerial candidate for 2029. A ministerial committee was dispatched to Nepal to assist flood victims. Dedicated control rooms are monitoring the ongoing relief efforts around the clock. The minister defended Assembly proceedings as a vital forum for debate.…

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Penguin India backs out of publishing Sonia Gandhi’s memoir

Penguin Random House India (PRHI) will reportedly not publish Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s much-anticipated memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love in India after a disagreement over proposed editorial changes to the manuscript.

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Smriti Irani recalls miscarriage during 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Bahu Thi', being asked to return while bleeding, fired after pregnancy

Smriti Irani has returned to the BJP’s national organisational team as a general secretary with responsibility for Uttar Pradesh. Her journey has included an early McDonald’s job paying Rs 1,800 a month, difficult experiences during her television career and a major political breakthrough in Amethi, where she defeated Rahul Gandhi…

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Top Bollywood actor’s advert withdrawn after criticism over ‘bikini’ outfit for Hindu festival

Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in India, sides with Kriti Sanon: ‘Stop trolling women for exercising freedom’

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BJP-led Bihar govt weaponising police to evade accountability to students: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Bihar government's actions against student protesters. He accused the administration of using police to avoid accountability for exam irregularities. Students are protesting alleged paper leaks and delays in recruitment processes. Protesters clashed with police in Patna, demanding transparency in examinations. The government's response involved lathi-charges and…

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'Rahul Gandhi reduced to memes and reels,' says BJP on his smash-patriarchy remark

The BJP has taken a jab at Rahul Gandhi's recent claims about dismantling patriarchy, with Bansuri Swaraj accusing him of fabricating a deceptive narrative aimed at generating memes instead of meaningful dialogue. She also pointed out what she said was the Congress party's hypocrisy when discussing women's issues.

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"Where is debate over men who approved ad?": Gaurav Gogoi questions disproportionate targeting of Kriti Sanon

Actress Kriti Sanon faced public scrutiny over a recent television advertisement. Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi highlighted the patriarchal mindset in public discourse. Jewellery brand GIVA withdrew the advertisement after facing concerns. Kriti Sanon questioned the focus on women's clothing and cultural respect. Rahul Gandhi endorsed her view, stating women's choices…

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Golgappa and vegetable sellers far intelligent than Rahul Gandhi: BJP attacks Congress for 'mocking' UPI

The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Congress for its past doubts about the Unified Payments Interface. This digital payment system has become the world's largest real-time platform. UPI transactions have seen a massive increase in volume and value over ten years. The party highlighted its widespread adoption and availability in…

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Yogi Adityanath attacks Rahul Gandhi over Manusmriti remarks, asks 'why destroy India's heritage?'

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sharply criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. He accused Gandhi of undermining India's traditions and democratic institutions. Adityanath referenced Gandhi's recent comments regarding the Manusmriti and past remarks on Lord Ram. The Chief Minister also questioned Gandhi's commitment to democracy and his role as opposition…

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Indian police used excessive force during protests, Amnesty International says

Demonstrations in the capital New Delhi, triggered by the leak of the national medical entrance test, turned violent on 20 July when thousands of protesters attempted to march towards parliament.

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Rahul Gandhi posters as 'real-life Batman' put up outside Congress HQ

Posters portraying Rahul Gandhi as Batman appeared outside Congress headquarters. Gandhi previously joked about being Batman during an Instagram session with students. He participated in protests and staged a sit-in demanding an FIR. Delhi Police registered a formal FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. A Supreme Court committee will investigate…

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Rahul's women's empowerment pitch hypocritical, says Fadnavis; calls Congress 'directionless'

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticised Rahul Gandhi's recent interaction with students. Fadnavis called Gandhi's stance hypocritical for opposing the Women's Reservation Bill. He stated that Gandhi's words do not match his actions regarding women's rights. The Chief Minister also labeled the Congress party as directionless and full of loudmouths.…

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Gautam Adani meets Karnataka CM, BJP attacks Congress over ‘double standard’

Industrialist Gautam Adani met Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar for an hour. Sources described the meeting as a courtesy visit while returning to the airport. The meeting occurred amid a proposed tunnel road project for which Adani Enterprises is the lowest bidder. The BJP criticised the Congress for perceived…

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Rahul Gandhi's Pune student event a 'political comedy show': BJP

BJP leader Keshav Upadhye called Rahul Gandhi's Pune event a political comedy show. He accused the Congress leader of making political statements instead of addressing student issues. Upadhye claimed students were brought in buses to attend the political gathering. He questioned the Congress party's past actions and record on reservations.…

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‘Panic visible in Delhi’: Pawan Khera on Rahul Gandhi’s Pune student outreach

Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' program focused on young women in Pune. Congress leaders stated the program's message reached Delhi, causing visible panic. Supriya Shrinate highlighted the platform provided for women to voice their concerns. Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol criticized the program, calling it ineffective and alleging payments. The campaign…

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Violence used to hinder women's progress; 80 pc face harassment: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi stated violence prevents women's progress and many face harassment. He listed physical, opportunity denial, and economic violence against women. Gandhi noted significant female foeticides and unreported sexual violence incidents. He also mentioned women's limited opportunities for education and employment. Women earn less and face household work disparity, he…

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Call me, I will join you: Rahul Gandhi offers to be part of protest as tribal student highlights woes

Rahul Gandhi offered to join tribal students protesting in Pune over hostel facilities. A young woman highlighted issues concerning education, safety, and hostel conditions for tribal students. She detailed concerns about ashram schools and the need for better medical facilities. The student also raised issues regarding hostel locations and required…

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