Shashi Tharoor
Indian politician, diplomat, and author (born 1956)
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Shashi Krishnan Chandrashekaran 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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'Silver lining': Now, Tharoor praises Modi govt's vaccine diplomacy; Congress had questioned export citing shortage in countryShashi Tharoor praises PM Modi for India's vaccine diplomacy contrasting with past criticism from Congress leaders like Rahul and Sonia Gandhi. Tharoor's remarks have embarrassed his party, giving BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'India’s Covid vaccine diplomacy stands out amid horrors': Shashi Tharoor’s fresh praise for Modi governmentIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Minister's statement factual': Tharoor backs Jaishankar's remarks on Pakistan's treatment of minoritiesCongress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed concern over the worsening treatment of minorities in Pakistan, highlighting disturbing incidents involving the Sikh, Ahmadiyya, and Christian communities. He..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shashi Tharoor joins viral Ghibli trend: 'Consider me officially spirited away!'IndiaTimes - Published | |
'We all should be happy': Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on US President Donald Trump citing India's voter ID system as exampleIndiaTimes - Published | |
‘They'll find some sensible outcome’: Shashi Tharoor expresses hope for India-US trade talksCongress MP Shashi Tharoor expresses optimism about the visit of a US delegation to India for trade discussions, considering the impact of upcoming reciprocal tariffs by the US. Tharoor emphasizes the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Finally travelling in same direction': BJP's Baijayant Jay Panda shares selfie with Shashi TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP hails Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's support to govt's policy on Ukraine warIndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor's diplomacy praise for PM Modi: Wiping egg off his face or leaving Congress red-faced?Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's recent praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi has caused embarrassment within his party, prompting the BJP to mock Congress leadership. Tharoor has reiterated PM Modi's..IndiaTimes - Published |
'PM Modi needs new haters': BJP taunts Congress after Shashi Tharoor's U-turn on India's Russia-Ukraine stanceIndiaTimes - Published | Congress leader Shashi Tharoor praises PM Modi's peace stance again on Russia-Ukraine' after 'egg on face' momentCongress leader Shashi Tharoor praises Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, acknowledging a shift in his perspective. Shashi Tharoor admits that India's diplomatic..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shashi Tharoor accepts he miscalculated India's stance on Russia-Ukraine war, issues clarification on 'egg on my face' remarkThe BJP leadership in Kerala hailed Shashi Tharoor for his changed stance and said his "honesty" in praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomacy is "commendable". BJP state president K Surendran..DNA - Published | 'Nothing to add': Shashi Tharoor reiterates remarks on India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflictIndiaTimes - Published |
'A PM who can hug both Putin and Zelenskyy': Tharoor admits ‘egg on face’ moment on opposing India's Russia-Ukraine stanceIndiaTimes - Published | Tharoor calls for urgent reforms to include disabled people in the mainstreamCongress MP Shashi Tharoor emphasizes the urgent need for the inclusion of disabled people in India's socio-political and economic framework. He advocates for comprehensive policy action and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Repatriate Kerala man's mortal remains killed in Jordan': Congress's Shashi Tharoor, BJP's V Muraleedharan seek MEA's interventionCongress MP Shashi Tharoor and BJP leader V Muraleedharan have requested external affairs ministry's intervention to expedite the repatriation of the mortal remains of a Kerala man, Thomas Gabriel,..IndiaTimes - Published | Everything 'changa' with Shashi Tharoor and Congress? Rahul Gandhi shares cryptic post amid rift buzzAmid the speculations of an internal rift within the Congress and Shashi Tharoor, party's MP and LoP Rahul Gandhi shared a post on social media, asserting that the party leaders in Kerala stand..DNA - Published |
'They stand as one': Rahul Gandhi's 'Team Kerala' message amid Shashi Tharoor rowRahul Gandhi emphasizes unity within the Congress party in Kerala amidst internal discord following Shashi Tharoor's controversial remarks. In a high-level meeting, leaders stress discipline and a..IndiaTimes - Published | 'No meaning in the demand': Shashi Tharoor backs Congress Kerala unit chief amid rift rumors with partyCongress leader Shashi Tharoor backed Kerala unit chief K Sudhakaran amid reports of rift, highlighting significant victories under his leadership. Tharoor encouraged unity within the party. Sudhakaran..IndiaTimes - Published |
'What's the controversy about?': Shashi Tharoor amid rift reports with CongressIndiaTimes - Published | 'Special day for my family': Shashi Tharoor on how he got his name on MahashivaratriShashi Tharoor revealed he was named after Lord Shiva's crescent due to his birth on Mahashivratri. He shared this personal detail amidst speculations of tension with Congress leadership, following his..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shashi Tharoor staking claim in Kerala Congress as 'new pole'Shashi Tharoor's bid for Kerala Congress leadership is creating friction within the party, highlighting concerns about its strength against the Left. His unconventional approach and popularity present..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress's Kerala conundrum: Shashi Tharoor rubs it in with 'selfie message'Shashi Tharoor's recent actions and statements, including praising the government and posting a selfie with BJP minister Piyush Goyal, indicate he is asserting his stance within the Congress. With..IndiaTimes - Published |
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Why Congress should be wary of Shashi TharoorShashi Tharoor, who once challenged the status quo in Congress by contesting for the post of party chief against Mallikarjun Kharge, has once again challenged the party leadership. His recent praises..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Get the house in order': Sanjay Jha's open letter to Rahul Gandhi amid Shashi Tharoor's growing rift with leadershipIndiaTimes - Published |
'I have other things to do': Shashi Tharoor's BIG message to Congress after praise for Left"If the party wants me then I will be there for the party. If not, I have my own things to do. You should not think that I don't have any option to spend time. I have options. I have my books,..DNA - Published | Shashi Tharoor's growing rift with Congress brass sparks speculationShashi Tharoor, a prominent Congress MP, has shown signs of growing dissatisfaction with the party, citing a leadership gap in Kerala Congress and seeking clarity on his role. Despite this, Kerala..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Go watch the match': Shashi Tharoor declines to comment amidst reports of rift with partyCongressman Shashi Tharoor declined to comment on internal party criticism about his praise for Kerala's LDF government and PM Modi. He diverted attention to the India-Pakistan cricket match. Tharoor..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Where ignorance is bliss': Shashi Tharoor shares cryptic post amid rumors of rift with partyIndiaTimes - Published |
'Specify my role in Congress party,' peeved Shashi Tharoor tells Rahul GandhiThe AICC is taking a firm stance against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. Despite a recent meeting with Rahul Gandhi, Tharoor remains dissatisfied due to lack of commitment to address his grievances and..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress' mouthpiece attacks MP Shashi Tharoor for his remarks on PM ModiCongress's mouthpiece, Veekshanam Daily, criticised MP Shashi Tharoor for praising Kerala's startup sector under the left government, ahead of local elections. The editorial suggested his remarks could..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shashi Tharoor praises PM Modi's US visit, 'something good has been achieved'; Congress says 'views are personal'Congress MP Shashi Tharoor commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's achievements during his US visit, highlighting progress on trade negotiations and defense cooperation. Tharoor appreciated the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Significant step': Shashi Tharoor on Modi-Trump meeting, trade, and global securityIndiaTimes - Published |
'Can't view every speech as defamation': Delhi court junks BJP ex-MP Chandrashekhar suit against TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | 'Nothing new', 'repetitive': How opposition reacted to PM Modi's Lok Sabha speechPrime Minister Narendra Modi's response in the Lok Sabha to the Motion of Thanks debate was heavily criticized by Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Shashi Tharoor, for ignoring..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Bit empty': Shashi Tharoor downplays Donald Trump’s tariff threats to Brics nationsCongress MP Shashi Tharoor dismissed US President Donald Trump's tariff threats against BRICS nations, citing an absence of plans to replace the US dollar with an alternative currency. Trump reiterated..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Quite shocking': Shashi Tharoor on Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane's 'EVM' remarksCongress MP Shashi Tharoor condemned Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane's derogatory remarks on EVMs, emphasizing that targeting any community is wrong and everyone is an equal citizen. Communist Party..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'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 |
