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Congress names Sibamoni Bora as candidate for Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha bypoll

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved Sibamoni Bora as the party candidate. She will contest the upcoming Lok Sabha by-election from Assam's Nagaon constituency. The Nagaon seat became vacant after Pradyut Bordoloi moved to the Assam Assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party named Debashis Sarma as its candidate for this by-election. The…

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Congress appoints Sachin Pilot as Punjab in-charge, Surjewala gets Gujarat, Baghel moved to Assam

The All India Congress Committee announced significant party functionary appointments and reassignments. Sachin Pilot is now General Secretary In-charge for Punjab, and Randeep Singh Surjewala for Gujarat. Bhupesh Baghel has been appointed General Secretary In-charge of Assam state. Several other leaders received new responsibilities for various state units. These changes…

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FIR sought against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi over alleged Vande Mataram disruption

A complaint seeks an FIR against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for alleged disruption. The incident reportedly occurred during the National Song's rendition on August 15. Video footage and media reports are cited as evidence for the allegations. The complaint references a proposed bill concerning insults to national honor. Police are…

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Vande Mataram row: Amit Shah says Sonia Gandhi should apologise, Congress calls it diversionary tactic

In a strategic escalation, the BJP has significantly increased its scrutiny of the Congress party over the rendition of the national song. Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, has called for an apology from Sonia Gandhi in light of the reported incident. Complaints have been filed by BJP officials, prompting…

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BJP using Vande Mataram issue to divert attention from real ones: K C Venugopal

K C Venugopal stated the Vande Mataram singing was a communication matter. He accused the BJP of using the issue to divert attention from real problems. Venugopal mentioned the Congress respects both Vande Mataram and the national anthem. He urged the BJP to address land issues in Arunachal Pradesh first.…

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Bankim Chandra's descendant seeks Sonia Gandhi's apology over 'Vande Mataram' row

A BJP MLA has requested an apology from Sonia Gandhi for an alleged incident. He claims Vande Mataram was not fully sung at the AICC headquarters. The MLA, a descendant of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, expressed deep pain and anger. He cited historical instances of the song's importance in India's freedom…

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IYC seeks Amit Shah's removal over July 20 student crackdown, adopts resolution

The Indian Youth Congress has taken a bold step by demanding the resignation of Home Minister Amit Shah following police interference with student protests in Delhi on July 20. This initiative includes a nationwide campaign and a digital 'chargesheet' against Shah. The organization's focus is on pushing for accountability and…

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Congress to send AICC observers across Bengal to review party organisation

The Congress high command is strengthening its organizational focus in West Bengal. AICC observers will soon visit all organizational districts to assess the grassroots structure. Their reports will guide the appointment of district Congress presidents, ensuring transparency. This exercise reflects the central leadership's importance attached to West Bengal's political landscape.…

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Karnataka cabinet expansion likely on Monday; Congress MLAs vie for berths

Karnataka's cabinet expansion is anticipated early next week, following party consultations. Several Congress MLAs openly expressed their aspirations for ministerial positions. A meeting at Mallikarjun Kharge's residence discussed the final list of new ministers. Announcements regarding the cabinet expansion are expected by Sunday evening or Monday morning. The party high…

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DK Shivakumar goes to Delhi again, amid Karnataka cabinet expansion buzz

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is traveling to New Delhi for crucial cabinet expansion discussions. He will meet with the Congress high command and Union ministers regarding the pending cabinet appointments. Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and state Congress President B K Hariprasad are also expected to join these important…

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Karnataka Cabinet expansion: Preliminary talks on, list to be finalised soon, says Jarkiholi

Preliminary discussions for Karnataka's cabinet expansion have begun. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah met party leadership regarding the expansion. The Congress high command will finalize the list of candidates soon. All 20 vacancies are expected to be filled before the assembly session. Selections will consider caste, religion, region,…

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Hariprasad assumes charge as KPCC chief; accuses BJP-RSS of 'undermining' democracy, constitution

B.K. Hariprasad assumed charge as Karnataka Congress president at a grand convention, marking a new chapter for the party. He pledged to uphold democratic values and challenged the BJP and RSS for allegedly undermining the Constitution. Leaders emphasized unity and ideological commitment, aiming for victory in upcoming local polls and…

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'Modi destroying India, Trump the world; both call themselves good friends', claims Kharge

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Modi and Donald Trump, accusing them of harming their respective domains. Kharge alleged financial irregularities in the Ram Temple trust's fund collection and demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET exam controversy. He urged Congress workers to inform the public about…

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Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, three others elected to Rajya Sabha from Karnataka

Four candidates have been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Karnataka. AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge and two other Congress leaders, Mansoor Ali Khan and Pawan Khera, secured seats. BJP's M Nagaraja also won. The election was scheduled for June 18, but an independent candidate's nomination was rejected. This leaves…

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Suraj Hegde, secretary of All India Congress Committee dies

Suraj Hegde, a prominent Congress leader and vice chairman of Karnataka's Guarantee Committee, passed away. He was 55 and succumbed to cardiac arrest. Hegde served as an AICC secretary and former in-charge of the Indian Youth Congress. Several top Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, expressed their deep…

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AICC chief Kharge declares assets worth Rs 38.76 cr in RS affidavit

AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge has declared total assets worth Rs 38.76 crore in his Rajya Sabha nomination affidavit. His assets include movable and immovable properties. Kharge also declared a self liability of Rs 10 lakh. Five criminal cases are pending against him. He filed nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha…

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Congress confident of sweeping Karnataka Rajya Sabha, Council polls: Saleem Ahmed

Congress is confident about winning upcoming Legislative Council and Rajya Sabha elections. Party leader Saleem Ahmed stated their fifth MLC candidate will file nomination soon. He also expressed hope for a cabinet position. AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge filed his Rajya Sabha nomination. Both Congress and BJP have released their candidate…

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4 Deputy CMs likely as DK Shivakumar set to take charge in Karnataka, berth for Siddaramiah's son in focus

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar is gearing up for important discussions with Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. The party is said to appoint four deputy chief ministers. The agenda centers on a significant cabinet reshuffle prompted by the recent resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah seeks Governor's appointment, might make way for Shivakumar

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly preparing to step down. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is widely expected to take over the top post. The Congress party high command has apparently conveyed this decision. Supporters of both leaders are reacting to the developing situation across the state.

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"We'll talk about it tomorrow:" Siddaramaiah maintains stoic silence amongst leadership change reports

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will discuss leadership change speculation with the Congress high command tomorrow. This follows a meeting in Delhi with party leaders. A breakfast meeting with Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is also scheduled. Speculation about the chief ministerial post has been ongoing. Upcoming meetings in Bengaluru are…

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Kerala CM-designate V D Satheesan calls IUML force behind UDF’s secular stand

V D Satheesan described the IUML as a vital 'brother party' for Kerala's secularism. He met IUML leaders, emphasizing their crucial role in the UDF's success. Satheesan highlighted the IUML's consistent secular stance, even during sensitive periods. He stated that the IUML's strength is essential for Kerala's stability. Discussions on…

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Congress Kerala government will be run by ' remote control' from Delhi: BJP

The BJP has criticized the Congress's selection of V D Satheesan as the next Kerala chief minister. Party spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla stated the decision was imposed from Delhi, indicating a remote-controlled government. He alleged internal family disputes influenced the choice, with Priyanka Gandhi opposing Rahul Gandhi's preferred candidate.

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VD Satheesan will be Kerala’s next Chief Minister, Congress leadership decides

Days of uncertainty over Kerala’s next Chief Minister finally ended on Thursday, May 14, after mounting public support for VD Satheesan and pressure from UDF allies helped tilt the Congress leadership battle in his favour. The Congress high command picked Satheesan to lead the new government despite reports that a…

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Congress to announce Kerala chief ministerial pick on Thursday

The Congress party will reveal its choice for Kerala's next chief minister on Thursday. This decision follows days of intense discussions and lobbying. The announcement comes after a meeting between Rahul Gandhi and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge. The suspense ends ten days after the UDF secured a significant victory in…

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Congress high command seeks wider consultations as Kerala CM decision remains elusive

Congress leaders are in Delhi to discuss Kerala's next Chief Minister. The party high command is consulting former state presidents and working presidents. Key contenders include Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal. A decision is expected soon as the party seeks broader consensus.

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