'$21m USAID fund to India': Trump’s ‘kickback scheme’ remark fuels fresh BJP-Congress face-off
Friday, 21 February 2025 () A fresh dispute has arisen between BJP and Congress after US President Trump questioned $21 million USAID funds for voter turnout in India, calling it a “kickback scheme.” BJP accused Congress of using foreign support to influence elections while Congress highlighted BJP’s past USAID links and accused hypocrisy. Trump reasserted that the funds aimed to influence 2024 elections.
US President Donald Trump has accused the allocation of USD 21 million for voter turnout in India as a 'kickback scheme.' The BJP echoed these claims, alleging.. IndiaTimes
Mayawati criticized Congress for acting as BJP's 'B team' in the Delhi elections, aiding BJP's victory. She advised Rahul Gandhi to introspect and warned the new.. IndiaTimes
US President Trump claimed that the $21 million USAID grant was intended to influence India's elections, backing PM Modi's assertion of foreign interference. BJP.. IndiaTimes
Delhi's new chief minister, Rekha Gupta, has assigned portfolios to her six cabinet ministers, with a focus on infrastructure and welfare improvements. Key areas.. IndiaTimes
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President Donald Trump hosted a Black History Month reception at the White House, joined by golf legend Tiger Woods. Trump honored Black American leaders, announced a new "Statue Garden for American Heroes," and reflected on his first month back in office, marked by mass deportations, federal firings, and sweeping government restructuring.
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The Congress party has expressed concerns over the deportation of 50 Indian nationals to Panama by the Trump administration. The Indian embassy in Panama is.. IndiaTimes
The Congress in Punjab plans to introduce 60-70 new MLA candidates for the 2027 Vidhan Sabha elections, focusing on rejuvenating political leadership. State unit.. IndiaTimes
US President Donald Trump questioned the allocation of $21 million by USAID to India for boosting voter turnout, highlighting India's high tariffs and taxation... IndiaTimes
Congress accused BJP's Smriti Irani of being the "real agent" of George Soros, citing her stint as USAID Goodwill Ambassador. BJP refuted the claim, stating she.. IndiaTimes
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