Mahatma Gandhi
Indian independence activist (1869–1948)
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Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule. He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahātmā, first applied to him in South Africa in 1914, is now used throughout the world.
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Game is on: Priyanka's campaign sets up Gandhis' virtual 'grudge match' against Irani in AmethiIndiaTimes - Published | In Rahul’s new UP ‘home’, the Gandhi ‘bond’wagon up against ‘double engine’The elections in Rae Bareli revolve around the Gandhis' legacy, BJP's challenge, and critical issues like development and employment. The political dynamics, including key players like Amit Shah and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Sonia Gandhi spent more than 70% of MP funds on minorities': Amit Shah in Rae Bareli rallyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Sonia Gandhi during an election rally in Rae Bareli, accusing her of allocating over 70% of her MP funds to minorities. He..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi should learn from Indira Gandhi: Priyanka Gandhi in Maharashtra rallyPriyanka Gandhi Vadra, a Congress leader, criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a rally in Nandurbar, Maharashtra. She accused him of delivering "hollow talk" in his election speeches and..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'I would still want a Gandhi to fight from the seat,' says Congress's Amethi bet Kishori Lal SharmaIndiaTimes - Published | 'Rahul has abandoned Amethi': BJP sharpens attack after Congress picks Gandhi from Rae BareliKishori Lal Sharma replaces Rahul in Amethi. Smriti Irani defeated Rahul. Nominations close on May 20 for the fifth phase of elections.IndiaTimes - Published |
End of an era: Amethi sees first non-Gandhi contender in 25 yearsIndiaTimes - Published | 'Most dubious track record': India slams Pakistan over remarks at UNGAIndia condemns Pakistan's 'dubious track record', rebukes negative remarks by Pakistan's UN envoy on Kashmir. Kamboj emphasizes terrorism's opposition to peace, referencing Mahatma Gandhi's Ahimsa..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress workers hold sit-in, demand Gandhi family member as Amethi candidateIndiaTimes - Published | Congress again skips call on Rae Bareli, Amethi; Rahul may visit old seat soonStoking the suspense further on Amethi and Rae Bareli candidatures, Congress on Saturday left it to party president Mallikarjun Kharge to decide on the nominees, amid another strong demand that Rahul..IndiaTimes - Published |
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