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Ram temple donation row: Congress demands SC-monitored probe, dissolution of Trust

Amid allegations of donation embezzlement at Ayodhya's Ram temple, the Congress has demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe and the dissolution of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The party accused the BJP-RSS of exploiting devotees' sentiments and looting funds, alleging that only low-level officials are being implicated. Eight individuals…

The Economic Times

Systemic assault on civil society: Congress' Venugopal writes to PM on amendments to FCRA rules

Congress leader K.C. Venugopal has strongly criticized the government's new Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act rules, calling them a "systemic assault" on civil society. He urged Prime Minister Modi to withdraw the amendments, which he claims are designed to strangulate NGOs by imposing rigid restrictions and punitive fines. Venugopal argued these…

The Economic Times

No leadership change in Punjab Congress; party to contest polls under Kharge, Rahul, Bhupesh Baghel says

Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel has dismissed rumors of a leadership change in Punjab. He stated the party will contest the upcoming Assembly polls collectively. Key leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were present at a meeting discussing the state's political future. Baghel criticized the ruling AAP government on issues…

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No lobbying for ministerial post: Veteran CPI(M)'s G Sudhakaran after meeting KC Venugopal

Former CPI(M) leader G Sudhakaran met Congress MP K C Venugopal in Alappuzha. Sudhakaran stated the meeting was personal and denied seeking any ministerial posts. He also commented on Vellappally Natesan's remarks and rejected communal voting claims. Preparations are underway for the UDF government's oath-taking ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram. Satheesan will…

The Economic Times

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.

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

‘Kerala won't forgive, Wayanad will be next Amethi': Posters against Rahul, Priyanka appear in Congress bastion

Wayanad posters: Congress-led UDF may have swept the Kerala elections, but the party’s delay in naming the next chief minister is now triggering visible cracks within the organisation. Posters targeting Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra surfaced outside the Congress office in Wayanad, warning the Gandhi siblings to “forget Wayanad”.

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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.

The Economic Times

Congress workers remove flex boards across Kerala after appeal by CM contenders

Kerala Congress leaders have asked supporters to stop public campaigns and remove flex boards supporting individual leaders for the chief minister's post. This appeal follows discussions with the Congress high command in New Delhi. Party workers across Kerala have begun removing posters and cancelling rallies.

The Economic Times

Rahul Gandhi stopped from reading out Caravan article in Parliament

The Lok Sabha ground to a halt on Monday after Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi attempted to read out a Caravan article that cited an as-yet-unpublished book by former Army chief General Manoj Naravane.

Newslaundry

India’s opposition puts pressure on Modi after Trump’s India-Pakistan ‘mediation’ offer

It also strongly objected to any move to ‘internationalise’ the Kashmir issue

The Independent UK

India's Rahul Gandhi Appointed As parliamentary Leader Of Opposition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's chief rival, Rahul Gandhi, was appointed Tuesday to lead India's opposition in parliament, a key post that has been vacant for a decade, signalling a reinvigorated challenge to government.

International Business Times

Lok Sabha Election 2024: Cong President Kharge asserts, country earnestly seeks a change

The country is fervently demanding a change. The guarantees currently being touted by the present government would meet the same fate as that of the 'India Shining' of 2004, Kharge said. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Electoral Bonds: Congress welcomes SC direction to SBI; says it will expose BJP's corruption

Congress President Kharge said, “With today’s decision of the Supreme Court, the country will soon know the list of those who donated to BJP through electoral bonds”. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Congress says companies coerced to donate to BJP

Congress alleges BJP extorted donations from firms via investigative agencies, demands SC-monitored probe into matter.

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Revanth Reddy, Bhatti meet K. C. Venugopal, discuss LS poll strategy

Hyderabad Chief Minister and TPCC chief meet AICC General Secretary to discuss Telangana political situation and Lok Sabha elections.

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Parliament security breach | Congress accuses BJP of politicising incident

Rahul Gandhi blames unemployment and inflation caused by Modi's policies for security breach in Parliament. Congress leader K C Venugopal accuses BJP of politicising issue.

The Hindu

All set for Revanth Reddy to take oath as Telangana Chief Minister today

Anumula Revanth Reddy to be sworn in as Telangana's Chief Minister on Dec 7. Congress trounced BRS in keenly fought election, winning 64 seats. People invited to 'People's Government's Oath Taking ceremony'. Congress leaders, Chief Ministers of Congress-ruled States to attend. CLP leader to establish 'Indiramma Rajyam' to fulfil people's…

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Ajay Maken appointed new treasurer of Congress, replaces Pawan Kumar Bansal

Congress appoints Ajay Maken as new treasurer, replacing Pawan Kumar Bansal. Maken, a close confidant of Rahul Gandhi, thanked Cong leadership for the new role. He promised to work with diligence, honesty and dedication as custodian of contributions.

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CPI(M) redesigning its development agenda in favour of the rich and powerful: Congress

The charged political atmosphere of Puthuppally continues to boil over with the Congress now coming up with a point-by-point rebuttal to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

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Congress leaders to meet today to chalk out plan for Rajasthan polls

Congress leaders K C Venugopal, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, Govind Singh Dotasara and Ashok Gehlot will meet at the party headquarters here to discuss the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Congress expresses shock over ex-CJI Ranjan Gogoi’s remarks over basic structure of Constitution

NEW DELHI: The Congress has expressed shock over Rajya Sabha MP and former chief justice of India (CJI) Ranjan Gogoi’s remarks in the House on Monday questioning the jurisprudence of the basic structure of the Constitution.

The Hindu

Several J&K leaders from Azad's party re-join Congress; Ramesh slams 'GNA' for 'change' in stance on Article 370 abrogation

“We welcome several prominent leaders who joined us today. It is an indication of how the people of Jammu and Kashmir want Jammu & Kashmir Congress to take lead in addressing their issues and usher peace and progress,” the Congress president said.

The Times of India

Buoyed by Karnataka win, Congress claims victory on 20 seats in 2024 Lok Sabha election

NEW DELHI: Upbeat over the party’s resounding success in the Karnataka assembly election earlier this year, the Congress has exuded confidence of “repeating 2023 in 2024 Lok Sabha election” in the state. It has set a target of winning at least 20 of the 28 seats in the state in…

The Times of India

Why Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma gave third explanation on changing Twitter bio

NEW DELHI: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday gave an explanation for the third time over changing his bio from “Chief Minister of Assam, India” to “Chief Minister of Assam, BHARAT” on micro-blogging site Twitter.

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