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INDIA bloc has already won 2029 Lok Sabha polls: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi stated the INDIA bloc did not lose the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and has already secured victory in the 2029 polls. He stressed the importance of unity and resistance to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party. Gandhi dismissed claims of disunity among opposition parties, asserting that all members are…

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TMC leader Derek O'Brien rejects party merger rumours, calls reports 'fake news'

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has called reports of a party merger fake news. This comes amid speculation following recent meetings between Trinamool Congress and Congress leaders in New Delhi. Mamata Banerjee met Sonia Gandhi, and Abhishek Banerjee met Rahul Gandhi. Both parties state these interactions aim to strengthen opposition…

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Stop being facilitator for ED, Modi govt: CPI(M) slams Rahul Gandhi over remarks on Pinarayi Vijayan

CPI(M) leader M A Baby criticized Congress's Rahul Gandhi. Gandhi stated he cannot hug Kerala's former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan due to political differences. Baby urged Gandhi to cease facilitating the ED and Modi government by demanding Vijayan's arrest. This exchange occurred after Left leaders objected to earlier Congress remarks…

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Rahul Gandhi to launch nationwide student conventions against "Exam Scandals" from Kota on June 17

Rahul Gandhi will lead a series of student conventions across India, starting in Kota on June 17, to address alleged examination scandals and youth issues. The Congress aims to unite students and demand accountability for repeated exam failures and paper leaks, advocating for reforms like decentralizing NEET and abolishing exam…

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Rahul Gandhi's approach does not strengthen INDIA alliance: Pinarayi Vijayan

Kerala Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Vijayan stated Gandhi's political approach does not strengthen the INDIA alliance. He believes it often helps the BJP. Vijayan mentioned other non-Congress parties also raised objections during a meeting. He feels Gandhi's actions create a situation that benefits the…

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Rajnath Singh vows India will not let Sindhu waters reach patrons of terror

Addressing an 'Intellectuals Meet' organised in Hyderabad by Telangana BJP, he said that through Operation Sindoor, the government had shown the world that it knows how to respond to those who do not understand the language of peace and harmony-in their own language.

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Congress holds 'Satyagraha' protest at Jantar Mantar against ECI over Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination rejection

Congress workers staged a Satyagraha protest at Jantar Mantar. They are opposing the Election Commission of India's decision to reject Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination for the Rajya Sabha elections from Madhya Pradesh. Party leaders allege undemocratic practices and a conspiracy between the BJP and the ECI. They demand a Supreme Court…

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343 posts since May, but India’s exam crisis barely exists in the education minister’s timeline

On June 5, 2026, two days after the first reports emerged about Akanksha Chaturvedi – a NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh who died by suicide after her exam was cancelled due to a paper leak – Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s X feed had other priorities. Birthday wishes for CM Yogi…

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Rahul Gandhi, Abhishek Banerjee meet amid TMC's INDIA Bloc outreach

Rahul Gandhi and Abhishek Banerjee held a meeting in Delhi. This comes amid efforts to strengthen the INDIA bloc's coordination and unity. The meeting follows discussions between Mamata Banerjee and Sonia Gandhi. Opposition leaders emphasized greater coordination at a recent INDIA bloc meeting. Mamata Banerjee urged alliance partners to work…

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What happened at the INDIA bloc meeting? Pushback against Congress, conciliatory end

The meeting of the INDIA bloc in New Delhi, on Monday, June 8, saw criticism of the Congress from several regional parties, introspection on the alliance’s functioning, and a decision to form a coordination committee and meet once every two months.

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Why Rahul Gandhi Called This Teen a Hero of India's Youth

Most people assume that large examination systems are too powerful to question. After all, millions of students depend on them every year. But what happens when a teenager notices something that doesn't seem right? That question led 18-year-old Sarthak Sidhant on a journey that would spark national debate, trigger parliamentary…

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'All India Nazi Party': KTR slams Rahul Gandhi over CM Revanth Reddy's HYDRAA remark

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack against the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, following Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's purported remark on linking Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) functioning to the actions of German dictator Adolf Hitler.

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INDIA bloc meeting: Opposition leaders seek unity, deliberate to redraw strategy

INDIA bloc leaders convened in New Delhi to reinforce unity and strategize against the ruling party. Discussions focused on protecting democratic principles and tackling economic challenges. The meeting aimed to bridge internal differences following recent electoral outcomes. Leaders emphasized collective decision-making to confront national issues. This gathering signals a renewed…

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Suraj Hegde, secretary of All India Congress Committee dies

Suraj Hegde, a prominent Congress leader and vice chairman of Karnataka's Guarantee Committee, passed away. He was 55 and succumbed to cardiac arrest. Hegde served as an AICC secretary and former in-charge of the Indian Youth Congress. Several top Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, expressed their deep…

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INDIA bloc meeting to convene tomorrow with 23 parties; Congress says 'Janbandhan united' as DMK opts out

The INDIA bloc prepares for a key meeting amid internal disagreements. While some parties are absent, leaders assert unity against government policies. Key allies like DMK and CPI(M) express concerns over Congress actions. The Trinamool Congress also faces internal challenges.

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Ahead of INDIA bloc meet on Mon, CPI(M) seeks Congress clarification over BJP 'deal' charge

CPI(M) leader MA Baby has written to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, ahaed of key meeting on Monday. He seeks clarity on Congress leaders' claims of a Left-BJP understanding during the Kerala elections. Baby states these accusations undermine the INDIA bloc's purpose. The party remains committed to opposition unity and resisting…

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Rahul Gandhi opposes Great Nicobar project because he dislikes India's strategic rise: Bharatiya Janata Party

The Bharatiya Janata Party has responded to Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the Great Nicobar development project. Party spokesperson Tuhin Sinha stated the project's vision dates back to the 1970s. He highlighted the project's immense commercial and geostrategic importance due to its proximity to the Strait of Malacca. Sinha assured that…

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INDIA bloc dead and buried, exists only on paper after DMK boycott: BJP

The INDIA alliance faces a major setback as the DMK announces its withdrawal from the upcoming meeting. The BJP declares the opposition bloc is defunct, existing only in name. This move follows the DMK's dissatisfaction with the Congress's alliances. The BJP criticizes the opposition's lack of unity and opportunistic approach,…

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Watch: Rahul Gandhi does scuba diving in Nicobar, claims PM Modi's project will destroy 1.5 crore trees

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Centre's Great Nicobar development project, alleging it prioritizes commercial interests over ecology and local communities. He claimed tribal residents are losing land and settlers aren't receiving fair compensation. Gandhi suggested expanding INS Baaz instead of the current project, advocating for sustainable tourism and conservation.

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Will Modi Leave Office in a Year? Rahul Gandhi Thinks So

A single political statement can sometimes dominate the national conversation. That is exactly what happened when Rahul Gandhi declared that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would not remain in office a year from now. The prediction immediately grabbed attention. But what made it even more striking was the reason behind it.…

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Great Nicobar project not about defence, transshipment port but aimed at helping one businessman: LoP Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Great Nicobar Island Project. He states the government's defense and transshipment port claims are false. Gandhi alleges the project aims to benefit one businessman with hotels and casinos. He highlights the felling of trees and displacement of communities. Gandhi advocates for ecologically balanced development instead.

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For power, go to Shivakumar; for strengthening Congress, come to me: New KPCC chief

Karnataka Congress President B K Hariprasad has urged party leaders to focus on strengthening the organization. He stated that those seeking power should align with Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Hariprasad emphasized his commitment to the party's ideology and principles. He aims to fight against the misuse of constitutional institutions…

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Bad weather forces LoP Rahul Gandhi to cancel Almora visit; addresses rally via phone

Rahul Gandhi's helicopter visit to Almora was cut short by bad weather. He later addressed a rally by phone. Gandhi criticized the central government, alleging exploitation of Uttarakhand's resources and dismantling of economic protections. He spoke about household savings, GST impact on small businesses, foreign policy constraints, and weakened farmer…

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'Political hack with zero integrity: Congress pushes for Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation

The Congress party has accused the Modi government of pushing a political agenda with the CBSE's three-language formula. They claim the move disrupts academic calendars and student futures. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is called a "political hack" who must resign. This follows recent controversies surrounding the CBSE's on-screen marking system…

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BJP slams LoP Rahul Gandhi for remarks against PM Narendra Modi

The BJP has responded to Rahul Gandhi's prediction about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure. The ruling party accused Gandhi of spreading propaganda and highlighted that the Emergency was imposed by Indira Gandhi. The BJP stated that the real emergency is within the Congress party, citing internal revolts and leaders leaving.…

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