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'Gyaneshgate': Congress attacks CEC, says all his actions enjoy Modi, Shah's support

Congress' Jairam Ramesh called reports of internal differences in the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision exercise as "Gyaneshgate" and alleged that Chief Election Commissioner's actions had the full support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. He further said the chief election commissioner (CEC) has…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

'Method Of Disenfranchising Indians': Congress slams SIR

The Congress party has criticized the Election Commission's voter list revision exercise. They allege this process is a method of disenfranchising Indian citizens. Large numbers of notices have been issued for discrepancies in voter details. The opposition claims this disproportionately affects disadvantaged sections of society. The Election Commission states the…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

'Kya hua tera vada': Congress takes a dig at PM Modi on rising prices of food items

The Congress party has criticized the Modi government over rising food item prices. Essential commodity costs have significantly increased, impacting household budgets across India. Specific price hikes were noted for spices, pulses, and cooking oils. Onion prices saw a substantial surge of over eighty percent in three months. The party…

The Economic Times · Sep 21

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Aravallis under 'gravest of threats' by Modi govt's moves: Jairam Ramesh

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated the Aravallis face grave threats. He alleged the Modi government seeks to redefine the hills for development projects. Ramesh hopes the Supreme Court's High Powered Committee will reject these central government moves. Decades of mining have already damaged the Aravallis and imperiled water security.…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

'SIR really means 'Shah Instigated Removal' of voters: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

The Congress party has alleged that the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is a "Shah Instigated Removal" of voters, constituting an "assault on the Constitution." The party claims that a significant number of deletions, particularly affecting economically and socially disadvantaged sections and women, have occurred across…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

BJP-RSS have hollowed out education system; Rahul Gandhi standing with students: Congress

Congress accused the BJP-RSS of undermining India’s education system and said Rahul Gandhi stood with students seeking accountability. Speaking at a youth outreach programme in Indore, Gandhi criticised what he called a system that discourages questioning. The Congress said students’ concerns over education, recruitment and employment were resonating nationwide

The Economic Times · Sep 20

‘Kitchen budget completely shattered’: Jairam Ramesh targets Modi govt over rising food costs

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh stated the kitchen budget has been completely shattered. He accused the Modi government of failing to address rising food prices. Essential items like wheat flour and cooking oil have seen significant price increases. Ramesh alleged the government is hiding inflation through statistical jugglery. He suggested voters…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

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Attempt to divert attention from backlash over UPI tax: Congress on govt's Parl panel claims

Congress denies supporting a parliamentary committee's report on UPI payment fees. The party accuses the government of diversion after a significant public backlash. Government sources claim Congress MPs backed a tiered Merchant Discount Rate framework. Congress MPs state no specific UPI tax proposal was discussed. The opposition demands a rollback…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

'Narendra's Ongoing Trump Appeasement': Congress' dig at Prime Minister on UPI move

Congress criticises the government for introducing charges on UPI transactions for merchants. This move is seen as appeasing United States demands and impacting local competition. The government stated that consumers will not face any charges for UPI payments. This policy change signals a significant shift for the UPI payment system.…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Stage being set for levying UPI transaction fee: Cong slams govt

Congress criticizes the government's UPI transaction notification. The party claims this move sets a stage for future user fees. This notification prohibits charges on UPI transactions up to two thousand rupees. However, it leaves transactions above this cap unspecified for merchants. The government states charges are needed for system upgrades…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

PM Modi keeps saying 'sab changa si' but actually 'sab mehenga si': Congress on WPI inflation data

Wholesale price inflation reached 9.92 percent in August, showing a consistent rise. Food and manufactured items contributed significantly to this ongoing price increase. Real wages have also declined, with rural wages experiencing a substantial drop. This data contradicts Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims that everything is well. Rising global costs…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

'Calibrated capitulation': Congress slams PM Modi after his meeting with Xi Jinping

The Congress party has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's approach to India-China relations. They accused the Prime Minister of "calibrated capitulation" to China. The party raised concerns about territorial advances and trade deficits with China. Prime Minister Modi recently met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit. Both…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

'What a tragic fall from Singh is King': Congress slams 'weak Modi govt' over controversial US ad

Congress has criticized the Modi government for its silence on a US Department of Homeland Security advertisement. The advertisement asked 'Mr Singh' to self-deport, sparking controversy and accusations of racism. Congress stated the Modi government appears weak and unable to advocate for India's interests. This incident follows previous instances of…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Ahead of BRICS, Congress recalls 2012 summit where former PM Manmohan Singh proposed development bank

Congress highlighted BRICS' origins and India's 2012 summit hosting. Then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh proposed the BRICS Development Bank idea. This institution later became the New Development Bank headquartered in Shanghai. India has since borrowed approximately ten billion US dollars from the NDB.

The Economic Times · Sep 10

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The Economic Times · Sep 10

Census 2027 totally perverted, intent dubious: Congress

Congress criticizes Census 2027, calling its intent dubious and content flawed. Jairam Ramesh stated the census has been perverted with worthless and superfluous questions. The party also raised concerns about new questions and data collection quality. Congress leaders previously wrote to Prime Minister Modi about the caste census. They expressed…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Ecocide being executed with full support of PM Modi: Cong on Tara coal block auction

The Congress party has strongly criticized the Modi government's recent auction of the Tara coal block. This action is taking place within Chhattisgarh's biodiversity-rich Hasdeo-Aranya ecosystem, a region vital for local communities. The party alleges this decision constitutes ecocide, executed with the Prime Minister's full support. Local Adivasi communities have…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

It seems PM Modi wants entire caste census process to fail: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

The Congress has criticized the government's approach to the caste census, labeling the use of open-ended questions instead of a drop-down list as a "very serious flaw." The party alleges this method could lead to the failure of the entire process, suggesting Prime Minister Modi intends for it to falter.

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Bharat Jodo Yatra was not to sermonise 'Mann ki Baat' but to listen to 'Janta ki Chinta': Congress

Congress leaders praised Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra as a historic turning point. The yatra aimed to listen to public concerns and challenge the ruling party's ideology. Millions of Indians supported the march, which covered thousands of kilometers across the nation. Various celebrities and opposition leaders participated in the significant…

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The Economic Times · Sep 2

PR can polish picture of GDP, but not economy itself: Congress slams Modi government

Congress criticizes the government's GDP figures citing former finance secretary Subhash Garg. Garg stated real GDP growth is closer to 2.6 percent. He explained that revising previous year's numbers inflated current growth. The opposition demands the government acknowledge economic realities and implement reforms. They believe PR cannot fix the actual…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Make in India achieved little but govt's 'Fake in India' continues: Cong on GDP numbers

Congress leaders criticized the government's latest GDP numbers as statistical gymnastics. They claimed the "Make in India" initiative has achieved very little. The "Fake in India" scheme continues unabated, according to the party. India's economy grew at 7.8 percent in the April-June quarter. Prime Minister Narendra Modi termed the GDP…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Modi govt destroyed 'lifeline of poor' - MGNREGA; conspired to snatch employment guarantee: Congress

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused the Modi government of weakening rural employment after MGNREGA was replaced by the VB-G RAM G Act. Citing low work generation in Uttar Pradesh’s Ballia, he alleged the new system had taken away the employment guarantee available to the poor.

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Modi govt giving people high-voltage inflation shock, misleading via statistical jugglery: Congress

Congress party has strongly criticised the Modi government, alleging that rising prices are putting pressure on ordinary citizens while accusing the government of using statistical manipulation to conceal the impact of inflation. Recent increases in the prices of raw materials such as copper, aluminium and electrical components have also contributed…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Congress slams government on 'skyrocketing' price rise, takes swipe over 'achche din' promise

The Congress party has criticized the central government for escalating inflation rates. Onion prices have significantly increased, impacting household budgets across the nation. Essential commodities like milk and oil are also becoming unaffordable for many. The party questions how the poor and middle class can manage their expenses.

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Modi government strangulating, emasculating ISRO, says Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh

The Congress party criticises the Modi government's aggressive privatisation agenda for India's space program. They question the rationale behind weakening ISRO's capabilities and transferring its assets. Reports indicate ISRO's role in rocket development will be severely limited by this new policy. The party also notes that key ISRO professionals have…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Adjourned, not prorogued: Parliament's Monsoon Session awaits formal closure

Parliament's Monsoon session remains open ten days after adjournment, sparking legislative speculation. The government may seek to pass a key women's reservation bill without a new session. This legislation aims to implement the law before the upcoming 2029 parliamentary elections. Opposition parties express concerns about potential delimitation impacts on their…

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