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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…

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"I am happy to be Dimagi Naxal": P Chidambaram slams PM Modi's "naraaz fufa" jibe as meaningless

P Chidambaram embraces the label 'Dimagi Naxal' in response to Prime Minister Modi's remarks, considering it a badge of honor. He brushes off the 'Naraaz Fufa' comment as trivial and critiques the Prime Minister's creative terminology. Modi's call to root out those with a Naxal ideology and his reference to…

The Economic Times

BJP’s violent meme war: The attacks on opponents and dissenters as ‘Dimagi Naxals’

Following a restructuring of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) digital wing, the party has intensified its social media campaigning, increasingly employing violent memes and videos.

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"Lowest score since 1975": P Chidambaram flags India's 106 rank on Electoral Democracy Index

Congress leader P Chidambaram has flagged India’s 106th position among 179 countries in V-Dem’s Electoral Democracy Index. India scored 0.38 for 2025, its lowest since 1975, according to V-Dem, which classifies the country as an “electoral autocracy”.

The Economic Times

'Parliament becoming a mockery': P Chidambaram attacks Centre over FCRA and delimitation issues

Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticized Parliament's functioning during the recent Monsoon Session. He alleged that the Centre passed several Bills without adequate discussion and debate. Chidambaram also voiced concerns about the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act amendments. He warned that delimitation based on population could reduce southern states' representation. The…

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Golgappa and vegetable sellers far intelligent than Rahul Gandhi: BJP attacks Congress for 'mocking' UPI

The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised the Congress for its past doubts about the Unified Payments Interface. This digital payment system has become the world's largest real-time platform. UPI transactions have seen a massive increase in volume and value over ten years. The party highlighted its widespread adoption and availability in…

The Economic Times

'Congress turning into Maoist party': Union Minister Kiren Rijiju maintains "dimagi Naxal" remark not for Oppn parties

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday alleged that the Congress was turning into a "Maoist party" amid a row over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "dimagi Naxal" remark.

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Cong must apologise to family of Manmohan Singh who termed Maoists single biggest threat: Rijiju

Union minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Congress MP P Chidambaram's recent remarks. He demanded an apology to Manmohan Singh's family for the 'Dimagi Naxal' comment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had used the term in his Independence Day speech. Rijiju clarified the Prime Minister's statement targeted supporters of Maoists and separatists. The…

The Economic Times

Sudhanshu Trivedi hits out at Congress over its stand on 'Dimagi Naxal' remark

BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi questioned Congress's position on Naxalism. He contrasted P Chidambaram's recent statement with Manmohan Singh's 2006 assessment. Trivedi asked which assessment Congress now considered correct. This exchange follows Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day remarks on Naxal mentality.

The Economic Times

Only those who support Maoists, separatists are 'dimagi Naxals': Rijiju after Opposition's criticism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'dimagi Naxal' remark sparked political debate. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified the Prime Minister's statement. He specified that the term targets those supporting Maoists and separatists. Opposition leaders and Congress MP Pawan Khera responded to the clarification. Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram proudly identified himself as…

The Economic Times

P Chidambaram backs Rahul Gandhi, seeks delinking of women’s quota from delimitation

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the government's stance on women's reservation. He stated the reservation law can be implemented immediately without conditions. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, 2023, was passed by Parliament. However, its implementation is linked to census and delimitation exercises. This linkage, according to Chidambaram, is a…

The Economic Times

'How soon is soon?': P Chidambaram questions delay in restoring J-K statehood

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram called the Article 370 abrogation a constitutional outrage. He questioned the government's timeline for restoring Jammu and Kashmir's statehood. The division of the state into Union Territories poses a threat to federalism. Former J-K Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah also urged the government to honor its…

The Economic Times

P Chidambaram questions PM Modi over "abusive, filthy" comments by "BJP trolls"

P Chidambaram questioned Prime Minister Modi regarding abusive comments by alleged BJP trolls. Prime Minister Modi urged forgiveness and guidance for youth using crude language. He acknowledged societal outrage over profanity and the cultural shock experienced. The Prime Minister stated that punishment will not change the situation for these children.…

The Economic Times

No backdoor talks with BJP; INDIA bloc to discuss delimitation after introduction of bill: Supriya Sule

Supriya Sule dismissed speculation regarding meetings between NCP (SP) leaders and the Maharashtra Chief Minister. She clarified that Jayant Patil sought an appointment to discuss a municipal council president's issue. The INDIA bloc will formulate its stand on delimitation after a formal bill is presented. Sule emphasized that political and…

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ED clears prosecution of ex-FM P. Chidambaram in Aircel-Maxis & INX Media cases

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has placed prosecution sanction orders against former Union Finance Minister P. Chidambaram before the Special Court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) at Rouse Avenue, New Delhi, in connection with the Aircel-Maxis and INX Media money laundering cases.

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Second plane with US deportees reaches Amritsar tonight; Dipomacy 'test', says Congress

It is the second such batch of Indians to be deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of its crackdown on illegal migration. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Reporters’ Collective non-profit status revoked: What lies ahead for other media orgs?

With Indian tax authorities revoking the non-profit status of investigative news outlet The Reporters’ Collective, press outfits and experts on tax disputes have expressed concerns about the financial sustainability of news outlets that could face similar action.

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Manipur police arrest 7 more in connection with arson, property damage; 32 arrested so far

Manipur Police on Friday arrested seven more individuals in connection with arson and property damage incidents involving elected members on November 16. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Concerns as India replaces colonial-era laws with new criminal codes

Government says overhaul will make country more just, but opposition fears it would throw justice system into disarray.

The Hindu

Rahul 'absolutely correct' in demanding probe into PM Modi's allegation, says Chidambaram

Former Union Minister P. Chidambaram supports Rahul Gandhi's call for a probe into PM Modi's allegations against industrialists

The Hindu

Congress targets PM Modi over ‘drain of wealth’, crony capitalism

The Congress party stepped up its counter-attack on the BJP and Mr. Modi over the issue of crony capitalism.

The Hindu

Go back to middle school or consult eye doctor: Chidambaram to BJP leaders criticising manifesto

P Chidambaram defends Congress manifesto, criticizes BJP for misinterpreting 'generation of wealth' as 'redistribution of wealth'.

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PM fighting imaginary ghosts, should debate 'real' issues in Congress manifesto: Chidambaram

Lok Sabha polls 2024: P Chidambaram criticises PM Modi for misinterpreting Congress manifesto, calls for debate on real issues.

The Hindu

CAA will be scrapped in first session of Parliament if INDIA bloc comes to power, says P. Chidambaram

P. Chidambaram promises to repeal CAA in first Parliament session if INDIA bloc wins, criticizes BJP as a cult.

The Hindu

CPI(M) in Kerala treating Lok Sabha election as a state-level election, says P. Chidambaram

The former Union Finance Minister appealed to the people of Kerala to vote for the Congress, which leads the United Democratic Front (UDF) in the State, since it is better placed than the CPI(M) to form a government at the national level.

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