Shashi Tharoor advocates opportunities for youth in elections; hints at 2024 being his last contest
Friday, 29 December 2023 Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, discussed the possibility of his last election in the constituency, indicating the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He expressed the need to provide opportunities for younger people in politics. Tharoor clarified that he didn't say 'never' but that he believes it will be his last election. Despite this, he stated that he would fight the upcoming election with full dedication. Tharoor, who entered politics over a decade ago, previously achieved resounding victories in the 2009, 2014, and 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Congress leadership remains undecided on attending the consecration ceremony, although invited. Party MP Shashi Tharoor advocates individual choice, rejecting pressure linking attendance with BJP support or anti-Hindu sentiments. Tharoor urges individuals to decide reasonably without being boxed into...
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.. DNA
In the aftermath of the tragic flooding at a coaching centre in Delhi's Old Rajinder Nagar, which claimed the lives of three students on July 27, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, along with Jebi Mather, visited RML Hospital to meet the bereaved families. Tharoor described the incident as "shameful" and expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasizing the need for compensation and measures to prevent such tragedies in the future. Watch his emotional statement and see the latest updates on this heart-wrenching event.
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor says, "... Budget of health and education ministries have been reduced, so I asked them the reason. There is no politics in this. Two states have been given favourable treatment to satisfy their coalition partners. We know this is how it works and we also have the right to protest against it... I am happy for the people of Bihar for getting such a generous package. It is a very big deal... 3 Congress and 1 DMK Chief Minister said they would not attend the NITI Aayog meeting because there was nothing for their states in the budget... Maybe Mamata Banerjee has an issue which she wants to discuss..."
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In this special edition of Pitch Battle, we're joined by the esteemed Congress MP and cricket enthusiast, Shashi Tharoor. Mr. Tharoor shared his thoughts on India's recent ICC triumph, a victory that came after a decade-long wait.
Tharoor weighed in on potential leadership changes. He expressed his preference for Jasprit Bumrah as the next T20 captain, citing his skill and temperament. However, he also acknowledged that South African team fought well and it was fair play game rather than being completely one sided.
#India #CongratulationsIndia #IndiaWorldCup #ICCWorldCup #T20WorldCup #Bumrah #ViratKohli #RohitSharma #PitchBattle #Congress #ShashiTharoor #Sportsnews #Cricketnews #Interview #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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In this special edition of Pitch Battle, we're joined by the esteemed Congress MP and cricket enthusiast, Shashi Tharoor. Mr. Tharoor shared his thoughts on India's recent ICC triumph, a victory that came after a decade-long wait.
With his characteristic eloquence, Tharoor praised the Indian team's performance, particularly highlighting their composure and skill during the high-pressure final overs. He singled out two pivotal moments that he believes turned the tide in India's favor: Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional bowling spell and Suryakumar Yadav's crucial catch.
#India #CongratulationsIndia #IndiaWorldCup #ICCWorldCup #T20WorldCup #Bumrah #ViratKohli #RohitSharma #PitchBattle #Congress #ShashiTharoor #Sportsnews #Cricketnews #Interview #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Another proposed change relates to redefining 'substantial interest' for directorships, which could increase to Rs 2 crore instead of the current limit of Rs 5.. DNA
Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi says, "It is our right to meet anyone. But they are not allowing it. I had spoken about farmers. Speaker told the House that they are not being stopped. Now they have been stopped again. There is a Sri Lanka issue of farmers. There were also people from Child Welfare...I keep doing this (meeting delegations)...My life becomes a bit more difficult as it is easier to meet them there (LoP Chamber in Parliament). Otherwise, now I have to keep coming here."
#RahulGandhi #ParliamentPremises #Congress #oneindia #oneindianews
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In a heated Lok Sabha session, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju made headlines with his controversial remarks on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Rijiju defended the bill, now titled 'UMEED,' and addressed concerns about associating MPs with any religion. He challenged the notion of changing an MP's religion to fit the Waqf board's criteria. Rijiju also called for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to thoroughly review the bill. Watch the full debate and understand the implications of these statements on India's legislative landscape.
#WaqfBill2024 #KirenRijiju #LokSabhaDebate #UMEEDAct #ParliamentaryDebate #JointParliamentaryCommittee #IndiaPolitics #ControversialStatements #LegislativeAffairs #MinorityAffairs
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Congress MP KC Venugopal opposes Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in Lok Sabha, He says, "This bill is a fundamental attack on the Constitution…Through this bill, they are putting a provision that non-Muslims also be members of the Waqf governing council. It is a direct attack on freedom of religion...Next you will go for Christians, then Jains...People of India will not buy this kind of divisive politics now..."
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On Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to be introduced in Lok Sabha today, Samajwadi Party MP Afzal Ansari says, "This has been the government's intention from before. BJP should change its name and it should be called 'Bharatiya zameen hathyao aur apne apne chaheton ko baant do'. Who are you to take away land given in donations by people?..."
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In a dramatic escalation of his critique, Rahul Gandhi has accused SEBI of severe corruption following revelations by Hindenburg Research. The Congress leader claimed that the integrity of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has been "gravely compromised" by allegations involving SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband. Hindenburg’s report alleges ties between Buch and offshore funds linked to the Adani Group’s controversial activities. Gandhi's accusations intensify the scrutiny on SEBI and the broader implications for India’s financial oversight, raising urgent questions about accountability and transparency.
#RahulGandhi #SEBI #Corruption #HindenburgReport #MadhabiBuch #AdaniScandal #FinancialIntegrity #RegulatoryOversight #IndiaPolitics #CongressParty #InvestorProtection #FinancialTransparency #MarketRegulation #PoliticalAccountability #PublicTrust
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Congress leaders are raising serious questions about the management and coaching staff following the disqualification of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Paris 2024 Olympics. Concerns have been voiced regarding how her weight issue occurred, with leaders demanding explanations from the Indian government and the Indian Olympic Association. They stress the need for accountability and transparency, emphasizing that the disqualification
#Congressleadersreacttophogatdisqualification #demandsanswerfromManagementandCoaches #VineshPhogat’sParis2024Disqualification #oneindia #oneindianews
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In a surprising turn, Congress MP Karti Chidambaram offered rare praise for the BJP in an exclusive interview. While known for his critiques of the ruling party, Chidambaram acknowledged that the BJP has done "many things right," particularly highlighting their push for technological advancements. This unexpected commendation from a prominent opposition leader underscores the complexity of political discourse and recognizes the strides made in India's tech sector under the current government. The interview sheds light on Chidambaram's nuanced perspective, revealing that despite political differences, there is room for acknowledging positive developments.
#KartiChidambaram #BJP #ExclusiveInterview #RarePraise #TechnologyAdvancements #IndianPolitics #CongressMP #BJP #KartiChidambaramBJP #KartiChidambaramvsBJP #CongressvsBJP #KartiChidambaramExclusive #IndianPolitics
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday visited Kerala's Wayanad - Mr Gandhi's Lok Sabha constituency - and offered messages of support to people there struggling to recover from devastating landslides that have killed over 300 so far with another 200 still missing. Saddened by the deaths caused by landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad, LoP Rahul Gandhi went on to say that "Today, I feel how I felt when my father died. Here people have not just lost a father but an entire family. We all owe these people respect and affection. The whole nation's attention is towards Wayanad."
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