Shashi Tharoor
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Shashi Tharoor is an Indian politician, writer, and former diplomat, who has been serving as Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, since 2009. He is currently the Chairman of Committee on External Affairs. He was formerly an Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and unsuccessfully ran for the post of Secretary-General in 2006. Founder-Chairman of All India Professionals Congress, he formerly served as Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs and on Informational Technology. He has about two dozen titles to his credit and was awarded by World Economic Forum as "Global Leader of Tomorrow".
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'Invitees list given by Shashi Tharoor': Hardeep Puri on 2009 dinner with George SorosHardeep Singh Puri and Shashi Tharoor clashed over a 2009 New York dinner with George Soros. Puri said Tharoor, then a minister, gave him the guest list including Soros. Tharoor had previously tweeted..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Never received a penny from him': Shashi Tharoor clarifies old tweet on 'friend George Soros'IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Shared goal of diminishing India's growth': BJP alleges Sonia Gandhi's links to Soros-funded groupThe BJP accused Sonia Gandhi of connections to a George Soros-funded organization, citing her role in the Forum of Democratic Leaders in Asia Pacific. They also highlighted Shashi Tharoor's friendship..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Attack-dog behaviour': Shashi Tharoor slams BJP after US rejects allegations of backing anti-India agendaCongress MP Shashi Tharoor criticized the BJP's accusations against the US, OCCRP, and Rahul Gandhi, calling their behavior an "embarrassment to India." The US rejected the BJP's claims of a..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Taken aback': Shashi Tharoor on Ashwini Vaishnaw's 'sit on dharna' adviceRailway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw suggested that Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stage a protest to push for land acquisition for the delayed Nemom railway terminal project in Thiruvananthapuram. Tharoor..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shashi Tharoor powers through rabies fear to get hugs from monkeyCongress MP Shashi Tharoor had a surprising encounter in his garden with a monkey. The monkey climbed onto his lap, ate bananas, hugged him, and even dozed off on his chest. Tharoor remained calm,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Not machines, but machinery': Tharoor differs from Kharge on EVMs, highlights systemic issuesShashi Tharoor disagreed with his party's view on electronic voting machines. He defended the machines but worried about potential misuse in elections. Tharoor suggested the Election Commission should..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Unconscionable, uninhabitable': Shashi Tharoor questions if Delhi with 'hazardous' pollution should remain capitalCongress MP Shashi Tharoor criticizes the government's lack of action regarding Delhi's severe air pollution. The city's air quality reached hazardous levels, prompting school closures, transportation..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shashi Tharoor on Trump’s return: 'He's a very transactional leader... No surprises expected'IndiaTimes - Published | |
SC stays criminal defamation case against Tharoor for comment on PM ModiIndiaTimes - Published | |
Remarks against PM Modi: SC stays proceedings against TharoorThe Supreme Court has paused trial court proceedings against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who faces a defamation case for his 'scorpion on Shivling' remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Notices..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Remarks against PM Modi: Congress leader Tharoor moves SC in defamation caseCongress MP Shashi Tharoor has sought an urgent Supreme Court hearing against a Delhi High Court decision that refused to quash defamation proceedings over his 'scorpion on Shivling' remarks about..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Delhi HC refuses to quash defamation case against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor over remark against PM ModiIn April 2019, a trial court summoned Tharoor in response to a criminal defamation complaint filed by Babbar in 2018. A Delhi court granted bail to Tharoor in June 2019.DNA - Published | 'If we had not helped...': What Shashi Tharoor said on Sheikh Hasina?Tharoor believes that the major power shift in the neighbouring country is not troublesome for India, and our fundamental interest lies in close and friendly relations with Bangladesh.DNA - Published |
'Ab ki baar 400 paar, but in another country': Shashi Tharoor takes dig at BJP after UK election resultsIndiaTimes - Published | Congress slams Speaker for chiding TharoorIndiaTimes - Published |
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: Know why 7 MPs including Shashi Tharoor and Shatrughan Sinha might not be able to voteThe contest will witness the BJP's Om Birla, a three-time MP from Kota in Rajasthan, up against the Congress' Kodikunnil Suresh, an eight-term parliamentarian from Kerala's Mavelikara.DNA - Published | Tharoor mocks UP on paper leaks, BJP calls it insult to stateIndiaTimes - Published |
'Crass politics': Shashi Tharoor's post on Uttar Pradesh irks BJPCongress MP Shashi Tharoor sparked controversy by mocking the BJP-led government over exam irregularities with a meme on Uttar Pradesh, drawing sharp criticism. Tharoor's post featured a viral meme..IndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha Elections Results 2024: Shashi Tharoor wins Thiruvananthapuram seat for fourth straight time by 16077 votesShashi Tharoor wins the Thiruvananthapuram seat for a record fourth time in the Lok Sabha elections, defeating Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar from BJP.DNA - Published |
From Smriti Irani to Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury: Biggest upsets in 2024 Lok Sabha electionsThe 2024 Lok Sabha elections have witnessed a number of startling outcomes, with certain well-known politicians encountering unforeseen losses in their bastions. One of the most significant upsets..IndiaTimes - Published | Rajeev Chandrasekhar concedes defeat to Shashi Tharoor; claims Kerala supporting BJPIndiaTimes - Published |
Rajeev Chandrasekhar increases lead over Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram LS seatIn Thiruvananthapuram, BJP candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar has taken a lead of over 22,000 votes against Congress' Shashi Tharoor in the Lok Sabha seat. Initially, the contest was close, but by noon,..IndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor, Rajeev Chandrasekhar in neck-and-neck battle in Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seatRajeev Chandrasekhar and Shashi Tharoor are locked in a close battle in Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha seatDNA - Published |
Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 LIVE: Shashi Tharoor vs Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who will win?Thiruvananthapuram has turned into a three-cornered battle and will be one of the most-watched contests in the ongoing Lok Sabha electionsDNA - Published | 'Rahul Gandhi should start a gym, Shashi Tharoor should... ': Rajeev Chandrasekhar's suggestion for Congress leaders after election resultsOn Congress rejecting the exit poll results which predict a comfortable majority for the BJP-led NDA, "The Congress party has many people who are very good with language and speak very eloquently and I..IndiaTimes - Published |
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: From Kangana Ranaut to Shashi Tharoor, know who is ahead on key seats in Exit PollThe results are scheduled to be announced on June 4. Meanwhile, most of the Exit Polls have predicted a clear majority for the BJPDNA - Published | 'Law must take its own course': Shashi Tharoor reacts as ex-PA held by customs for smuggling goldIndiaTimes - Published |
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's PA held by customs for allegedly smuggling gold from DubaiIndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor's personal assistant detained at Delhi airport, accused of smuggling gold from DubaiAs per the sources, Kumar, who arrived at Delhi Airport from Dubai, was questioned by Customs officials about the source of the gold and why he was bringing it to India.DNA - Published |
BJP leader Ravi Kishan calls Shashi Tharoor 'angrez aadmi' for suggesting 'BJP would struggle to get 300 seats'BJP leader Ravi Kishan called Congress leader Shashi Tharoor an "angrez aadmi" for suggesting BJP would struggle to exceed 300 seats in Lok Sabha elections. Kishan criticized Tharoor for only coming to..IndiaTimes - Published | "'Abki Baar 400 Paar' a "complete fantasy" says Congress' Shashi TharoorCongress MP Shashi Tharoor criticised BJP's 'Abki Baar 400 Paar' as a 'complete fantasy' due to the tragedy in Pulwama, the response in Balakot, and the conversion of the 2019 elections into a national..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mixed Reality in Elections: How Flam supercharged Dr. Shashi Tharoor's campaign with a Visual ExperienceAn app-free Mixed Reality experience that delivers the message with a visual delightDNA - Published | Congress shuns remark on Karkare, but Tharoor for probeWhile Congress on Monday distanced itself from leader of opposition Vijay Wadettiwar’s statement that ATS chief Hemant Karkare was not killed by Ajmal Kasab but by a bullet from the weapon of a..IndiaTimes - Published |
INDIA bloc PM will be first among equals, oppn parties will join hands after polls: Shashi TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi creating 'Hindu hriday samrat' image in 2024 LS elections, claims Congress leader Shashi TharoorSenior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is trying to create an image of 'Hindu hriday samrat' (king of Hindu hearts) in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The..IndiaTimes - Published |
DNA Exclusive: Check LSS score of Shashi Tharoor, Congress candidate from Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram constituencyTharoor has held the seat since 2009, and this time he is facing a tough challenge as the BJP has named a strong face against him.DNA - Published | BJP's Kerala drive, Maha ambition on test amid soaring political temperature ahead of 2nd phase pollsBJP's Kerala challenge, Modi's Congress attack, Lok Sabha polls for 89 seats, key leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, Uddhav Thackeray, and heatwave impact on voter turnout in focus.IndiaTimes - Published |
'Will come after you if ...': Rajeev Chandrasekhar's warning to Shashi TharoorChandrasekhar accused Tharoor of engaging in "third-rate politics" by spreading falsehoods and instilling fear in the minds of the people. While acknowledging the importance of free speech under..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Look at disdain, elitism and arrogance': JP Nadda slams Tharoor over his remarks on BJPNadda criticizes Tharoor's remarks, emphasizing government's aid. Chandrasekhar campaigns via train, addressing joblessness and voters' desire for change. CPI's Raveendran, former MP, competes in..IndiaTimes - Published |
DNA Exclusive | Shashi Tharoor vs R Chandrasekhar: Who is winning social media war? Check LSS hereToday we will talk about the social media popularity of Congress candidate Shashi Tharoor v/s BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who are both contesting from Thiruvananthapuram.DNA - Published | Rajeev Chandrasekhar clarifies on his earnings: 'Taxable income dipped in 2021-22 to Rs 680 due to Covid'Chandrasekhar's 2021-22 taxable income fell to Rs 680 from Covid losses, sparking EC scrutiny. Congress alleges asset concealment by Chandrasekhar, a candidate in the Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha race..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Quest for dominance of Hindi, Hindutva, Hindustan ... ': Shashi Tharoor slams BJPIndiaTimes - Published | Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends notice to Shashi Tharoor in cash-for-vote rowUnion minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar issues legal notice to MP Shashi Tharoor for defamatory cash-for-vote claims on TV show, demanding a public apology within 24 hours for harming Chandrasekhar and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends legal notice to Shashi Tharoor over 'false allegations' of bribing votersIn his notice, Rajeev Chandrasekhar accuses Tharoor of disseminating patently false information among the constituents of Thiruvananthapuram, purportedly spreading misleading information regarding..IndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor accepts rival Rajeev Chandrasekhar's challenge, welcomes debateKerala gears up for a face-off as BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar challenges Shashi Tharoor for Thiruvananthapuram seat. Both leaders agree to debate on local issues before Lok Sabha elections. Senior..IndiaTimes - Published |
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Key issues, heavyweight candidates, and political dynamics of KeralaKerala's upcoming Lok Sabha elections witness heightened political fervor, with key battles between LDF and UDF candidates like Rahul Gandhi and Shashi Tharoor. PM Modi's strategic involvement adds a..IndiaTimes - Published | Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar’s assets affidavit false, claims SC lawyerA Delhi lawyer filed a complaint with the election commission against BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar for allegedly submitting a false affidavit on assets in his nomination papers. The lawyer seeks..IndiaTimes - Published |
Over 10-acre land, 534 gm gold: This is how much Congress leader Shashi Tharoor declared in poll papersCongress leader Shashi Tharoor, aiming for a fourth consecutive term as Thiruvananthapuram MP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, has reported assets exceeding Rs 55 crore in his nomination documents...IndiaTimes - Published | Who is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alternative? What Shashi Tharoor saidIndiaTimes - Published |
