Politics

“Ram ka naam badnam ka karo”: Shashi Tharoor on MGNREGA rename

Referencing an iconic Kshore Kumar song from the 1970's titled 'Ram ka Naam Badnam Na Karo', Tharoor opposed the inclusion of multiple languages in the bill (Hindi and English), while the Constitution calls for only one language to be used.

2025-12-16T12:31:55.589199+00:00 IST

Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar lashes out at BJP over Mahadayi scheme

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday criticised the BJP-led Central government, demanding they prioritise releasing funds for the Mahadayi scheme, a crucial water project for north Karnataka.

2025-12-16T12:14:27.298755+00:00 IST

Iltija Mufti calls Nitish Kumar ‘senile’ over viral hijab video

PDP leader Iltija Mufti on Tuesday strongly reacted to a viral video showing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar allegedly attempting to remove the hijab of a Muslim woman during an official event, calling the incident "very shameful" and questioning his state of mind.

2025-12-16T12:09:04.199907+00:00 IST

Rahul Gandhi lambasts Centre over VB-G RAM-G Bill

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday termed the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, or the VB-G RAM-G Bill, replacing the MGNREGA, an "insult to the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi."

2025-12-16T11:54:39.601876+00:00 IST

Congress to hold nationwide protest against Centre over decision

The Indian National Congress has announced a series of nationwide protests in response to the Central government's move to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), accusing the BJP and RSS of attempting to "dismantle rights-based welfare" and replace it with charity controlled from the Centre.

2025-12-16T11:49:01.005247+00:00 IST

Congress should apologise for derogatory remarks: Telangana BJP

After Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday distanced the INDIA alliance from the Congress party's campaign on alleged 'vote chori', Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao demanded apology from Congress to the people of the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their derogatory remarks about 'digging his grave'.

2025-12-16T11:21:55.709899+00:00 IST

Congress spreading misconceptions after losing elections: Nadda

Union Minister and BJP MP JP Nadda on Tuesday lambasted Congress over electoral fraud allegations, stating that the party is spreading misconceptions after losing elections.

2025-12-16T10:49:32.111383+00:00 IST

"They cannot tolerate the inclusion of Lord Ram name": BJP leader

BJP Leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi weighed in on Congress's disapproval of MGNREGA being replaced with VB-G Ram G. He stated that the opposition party and its problem with Lord Ram's name is the reason for the objection.

2025-12-16T09:48:12.236215+00:00 IST

Priyanka Gandhi slams Centre over VB-G RAM G Bill

Participating in the Lok Sabha debate, the Wayanad MP said that no legislation should be rushed through Parliament without adequate consultation or discussion, and alleged that the Bill was being pushed through due to "personal obsession" or "bias."

2025-12-16T08:19:00.416006+00:00 IST

Sonia Gandhi urges govt to improve pay, staffing for ASHA workers

Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday drew the attention of the Rajya Sabha to the ongoing distress faced by women workers implementing critical government programs, including ASHA workers, Anganwadi workers and helpers.

2025-12-16T07:15:11.823631+00:00 IST

CRPF Camp opens in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district

Nestled amid dense forests and hilly terrain, Peddabodkel was long considered a Naxal stronghold, with authorities finding it nearly impossible to establish a government presence. With the inauguration of the CRPF camp on December 10, the government's flag now flies in the area for the first time since independence.

2025-12-16T06:50:54.593297+00:00 IST

J-K CM distances from Congress's 'Vote Chori' campaign

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday distanced the INDIA alliance from the Congress party's campaign on alleged 'vote chori', stating that the bloc has nothing to do with the issue raised by the grand old party.

2025-12-16T06:21:38.500635+00:00 IST

"This Mogambo has nothing on his record except changing names": BK Hariprasad on renaming of MGNREGA

While speaking to reporters, Hariprasad said, "The man who has completely failed in providing employment for the rural poor, it is only MNREGA that is providing employment for the rural poor. Apart from changing names, this Mogambo has nothing on his record that he has done anything for the poor of this country..."

2025-12-16T06:08:56.630276+00:00 IST

Priyanka Gandhi to oppose Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill in LS

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday will intervene and oppose the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin): VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, replacing the two-decade-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Bill (MGNREGA) at 12 noon today in Lok Sabha.

2025-12-16T05:01:14.697171+00:00 IST

Priyanka Kakkar slams Bihar CM's attempt to remove Doctor’s hijab

AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar strongly condemned Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after a video surfaced showing him attempting to remove the hijab of a Muslim woman during a ceremony distributing appointment letters to 1,283 AYUSH doctors at the Chief Minister's Office.

2025-12-16T04:00:48.698210+00:00 IST

FM Sitharaman to move Amendment of Insurance Laws Bill, 2025

According to the list of business, Sitharaman will seek permission to introduce a Bill, which proposes amendments to three major legislations governing the insurance sector, the Insurance Act, 1938, the Life Insurance Corporation Act, 1956, and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority Act, 1999.

2025-12-16T03:59:48.240529+00:00 IST

Ajit Pawar slams anti-Modi slogans, calls for decorum

Pawar's reaction comes in the wake of sharp political controversy triggered by slogans raised at a Congress rally held at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan against alleged "vote chori" (vote theft). During the rally, Congress leader Manju Lata Meena reportedly said, "Modi teri kabar khudegi, aaj nahin toh kal khudegi" (Modi, your grave will be dug soon, if not today, then tomorrow), sparking widespread condemnation from the ruling BJP.

2025-12-16T00:45:08.845513+00:00 IST

‘CM’s word is final’: Ajit Pawar on civic polls

Pawar underlined that the NCP's immediate focus would be to strengthen its organisation and ensure a strong performance in the twin civic bodies. "As far as the NCP is concerned, we will make every possible effort to ensure the party's victory in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Regarding alliances with other parties, no decision has been taken yet. A final decision will be made before filing nominations," he added.

2025-12-15T23:53:08.457592+00:00 IST

Saugata Roy accuses Finance Minister of ‘misleading house’

"The Finance Minister (Nirmala Sitharaman) avoided speaking on West Bengal as she knew that she would be challenged," Roy told reporters. "We walked out in protest, and the Congress and the Samajwadi Party also did the same. The Union Finance Minister is repeatedly misleading the House on Bengal's dues on the MGNREGA," he said.

2025-12-15T22:54:25.845340+00:00 IST

‘Making Vijay CM is in my blood’: KA Sengottaiyan bets big

The statements gain significance in the backdrop of Sengottaiyan's recent entry into TVK. A former AIADMK strongman and nine-time MLA, Sengottaiyan, joined the Vijay-led party on November 27, a day after resigning as the Gobichettipalayam MLA. His induction is seen as a significant political boost for TVK, especially in western Tamil Nadu.

2025-12-15T19:52:50.229687+00:00 IST

Shashi Tharoor on X post comparing his ideas with Rahul Gandhi

In a post on X, Tharoor thanked a user for what he described as a "thoughtful analysis," saying that the framing was "fair" and reflected "a certain perception of the current reality."

2025-12-15T17:35:17.302446+00:00 IST