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Rahul Gandhi, Kharge write to PM Modi, seek probe into Ram temple trust donations

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an independent investigation into the financial affairs of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. In their letter, the Congress leaders called for a probe into the handling of donations, including cash, gold and silver, and urged…

The Economic Times · Jul 19

Congress to join NC's July 20 statehood protest in Delhi: JKPCC chief Tariq Hamid Karra

Jammu and Kashmir Congress will join the National Conference's statehood protest in New Delhi. The party president stated that the movement for statehood was originally initiated by Congress. Congress plans a march from Lakhanpur to Lolab if the Centre fails its commitments. The party distanced itself from Saifuddin Soz's remarks…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Karnataka Cabinet expansion: Preliminary talks on, list to be finalised soon, says Jarkiholi

Preliminary discussions for Karnataka's cabinet expansion have begun. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah met party leadership regarding the expansion. The Congress high command will finalize the list of candidates soon. All 20 vacancies are expected to be filled before the assembly session. Selections will consider caste, religion, region,…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Rahul Gandhi should disclose details of foreign trips, says BJP's CR Kesavan

BJP spokesperson CR Kesavan questioned Rahul Gandhi's foreign trips. He demanded transparency regarding the Congress leader's international visits. Kesavan alleged secrecy surrounds Gandhi's travels abroad. He stated the public has a right to know about these furtive trips. The BJP leader asked why details remain undisclosed if nothing is hidden.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Karnataka: Youth Congress protests in Ballari, demands Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over NEET issues

Hundreds of students and Youth Congress workers staged a protest at Royal Circle in Ballari on Monday, demanding the scrapping of NEET and the reinstatement of the state-level Common Entrance Test (CET) system for medical admissions. They also sought the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Maharashtra TET paper leak: Rahul demands fresh exam date, action against culprits

Rahul Gandhi has called for a new date for the Maharashtra TET exam. He also demanded action against those responsible for the paper leak. Six lakh candidates are currently left in limbo after the exam's postponement. The Special Investigation Team is tracking financial and digital trails of masterminds. This leak…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Uddhav Thackeray backs CJP and Sonam Wangchuk's protest, urges activist to end fast

Uddhav Thackeray supports the Cockroach Janta Party's protest regarding exam irregularities. He urged Rahul Gandhi to also back the ongoing agitation at Jantar Mantar. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike, which has impacted his health. The Shiv Sena (UBT) will stage a protest in Maharashtra to…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

NCP (SP) not involved in any merger talks with Congress: Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule

Supriya Sule has dismissed speculation regarding a merger between her party and the Congress. She asserted that no merger proposals have been exchanged between the two political parties. The Nationalist Congress Party (SP) and Congress will continue working together as allies. Sule highlighted their cordial relations and regular coordination on…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Congress terms VBSA 'Very Bad Shiksha Act', asks Naidu to have courage to oppose it

In an assertive stance, the Congress party has condemned the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, calling it a disturbing constitutional infringement by the central government. This bill is criticized for transferring grant distribution authority from education professionals to politicians, potentially undermining the operational freedom of elite institutes like IITs and…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Action will be taken in Ram temple donation theft case: UP BJP chief

Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary called the Ram temple donation issue unfortunate. He assured strict action against all those found involved in the matter. Chaudhary criticized opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav for their remarks. He stated that the Special Investigation Team probe is underway and ongoing. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 9