The ongoing standoff between the government and the Opposition took a new turn as the Congress-led Opposition staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. The protest erupted as Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his speech on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address. The Opposition, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, demanded that Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, be allowed to speak, especially after the Lok Sabha Speaker’s refusal to let Gandhi quote

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for calling Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu a "traitor," accusing the Congress of harboring hatred toward Sikhs. Addressing the Rajya Sabha, PM Modi described Gandhi's comments as reflecting "arrogance at its peak" and an insult not only to Bittu but to the Sikh community as a whole. The heated exchange between Rahul Gandhi and Ravneet Singh Bittu took place outside Parliament on Wednesday. Gandhi, as Bi

In a shocking incident, a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was vandalized and stolen in Melbourne, sparking outrage both in India and abroad. The incident has drawn immediate attention from the Indian government, who has called for urgent action from the Australian authorities. The statue, which stood as a symbol of peace and non-violence, was reportedly cut and taken by unknown individuals in an act of desecration. The Indian government swiftly condemned the incident and expressed deep con

Karnataka deputy chief minister and senior Congress MLA DK Shivakumar has stirred a new political flashpoint by challenging the BJP-led central government to remove Mahatma Gandhi’s image from Indian currency notes. His remarks came during a protest against the Centre’s decision to alter the rural employment scheme named after Gandhi, a move Congress leaders argue undermines the legacy of the Father of the Nation. Shivakumar accused the BJP of playing with constitutional values

Nitish Kumar has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a record 10th time, solidifying his long-standing political dominance in the state. The oath-taking ceremony was held at Patna’s iconic Gandhi Maidan, a venue that has witnessed several milestone political events over the decades. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the ceremony, marking his presence for the first time since skipping the 2020 oath-taking. The event drew national attention as leaders from across the National

The Deccan Derby 2025, presented by the Race2Win Foundation, was an unforgettable evening that masterfully combined the thrill of horse racing with the glamour of high fashion and the power of philanthropy. Hosted at the iconic Hyderabad Race Club, the event was a celebration of not just the prestigious Derby, but also the timeless elegance of fashion, culture, and the foundation’s unwavering commitment to social impact.

Every year on October 2, India and the world unite to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, fondly called Bapu. In 2025, this day becomes even more special as it marks the 156th anniversary of the Father of the Nation. Gandhi Jayanti is not just a national holiday in India but also globally recognized as the International Day of Non-Violence, highlighting the universal appeal of Gandhi’s message of peace and trut

Mahatma Gandhi’s iconic statue at Tavistock Square in London was vandalised on Monday, just days before Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. The incident has sparked outrage in India and abroad, with the Indian High Commission in the UK strongly condemning the act as shameful and an attack on the legacy of nonviolence. The plinth of the bronze statue, which depicts Gandhi in a meditative seated posture, was defac

In Houston, a growing concern around youth mental health is being met with action by the Ibn Sina Foundation, a community-driven organization that has provided affordable healthcare to underserved populations for over two decades. Founded to support low-income and uninsured residents, the foundation now runs multiple clinics across the city, offering both medical and behavioral health services. Anchor Rashi Vats rece

The 2025 Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, made history not just for its theme celebrating Black fashion and dandyism but also for the landmark debuts of Indian icons on the prestigious red carpet. Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan made his much-anticipated debut at the event, becoming the first-ever Indian male actor to walk the Met steps. Joining him were fellow Indian stars Kiara Advani, who made headlines with her radiant pregnancy reveal, and singer-actor Di

The countdown to the most glamorous night in fashion has officially begun. The 2025 Met Gala, scheduled for May 5, promises to be a landmark event, especially for Indian representation on the international stage. The Met Gala is held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, bringing together a star-studded lineup of actors, designers, models, and influencers from around the world. This year's theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” has already sparked cu

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has written to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urging the immediate enactment of the Rohith Vemula Act, a legislative framework aimed at combating caste-based discrimination in educational institutions. In his letter dated April 17, Rahul Gandhi called for decisive legislative action to ensure that no student from marginalized communities faces indignity or exclusion in the education system due to their caste identity. The letter

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has formally filed a chargesheet against senior Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in connection with its ongoing money laundering investigation into the National Herald case. This marks the first time that both leaders have been officially charged in this high-profile case, which has been under scrutiny for several years. The chargesheet, submitted to a special court in Delhi on April 9, 2025, also names five other individuals, including Indian Overs

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has accused the Congress of acting as the BJP’s "B team" in the recent Delhi Assembly elections, blaming the party for facilitating the BJP’s return to power in the capital after 27 years. In a series of tweets on Friday, she lashed out at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who had earlier criticized her for staying away from the opposition-led INDIA bloc.Mayawati claimed that the Congress’s decision t

Priyanka Gandhi, the MP from Kerala’s Wayanad constituency, spoke to the United Democratic Front (UDF) booth leaders in Nilambur on Monday. During her address, she encouraged party workers to stay united and steadfast in their larger fight for constitutional values and democracy. She emphasized that their current struggle went beyond local concerns, extending to the protection of democratic rights and the nation’s constitutional framework.In her speech, Gandhi praised the hard wor

Sonia Gandhi's Controversial Remark: Congress leader Sonia Gandhi sparked controversy when she referred to President Droupadi Murmu as a "poor thing" after Murmu's speech in Parliament. This remark, made outside the House, was criticized by BJP MPs, leading to calls for disciplinary action against Sonia Gandhi. BJP leaders accused Gandhi of displaying an elitist and anti-tribal mindset.   BJP's Response and Privilege Motion

In a sharp address to the Lok Sabha, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship ‘Make-in-India’ initiative, claiming it failed to address India’s growing unemployment crisis and the country’s manufacturing sector’s decline. Gandhi pointed out that despite the initiative’s good concept, its implementation had been ineffective. He highlighted that the share of manufacturing in India’s GDP had decreased from 15.3% i

PM Modi’s Criticism of Sonia Gandhi’s Remarks: Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s comments about President Droupadi Murmu, referring to her as a "poor thing" after the President's address to Parliament. The remark, made by Sonia Gandhi after the President's speech at the start of the budget session, was criticized by Modi as an example of the Congress family’s "arrogance." H

The Budget Session of 2025 began with controversy when Congress MP Sonia Gandhi made a remark about President Droupadi Murmu, calling her a "poor thing" after the President's speech in Parliament. Gandhi's comment, made while speaking to reporters outside Parliament, was in reference to the exhaustion Murmu appeared to show after delivering her customary address. The remark was immediately condemned by the BJP, who described it as a "derogatory comment" and demande

On the 77th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, along with Congress leaders, paid floral tributes to the freedom fighter at the Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore. The CM was joined by Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti, MLAs, and other dignitaries. Reflecting on the significance of the day, Siddaramaiah recalled Gandhi’s teachings on tolerance, unity,