Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an emotional address at a public rally, said that his late mother had nothing to do with politics, yet the abusive remarks made against her caused him deep pain. He urged the RJD–Congress alliance to apologize to the people, stressing that while he may personally forgive, the citizens of India will never forget the insult to a mother.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has stirred a major political storm by claiming that Rahul Gandhi’s much-ridiculed "Pappu" image is actually a clever disguise for a deeper political conspiracy. Rijiju argued that Gandhi’s actions are not foolish mistakes but calculated moves backed by an ecosystem designed to destabilize Indian politics. While BJP supporters echoed the minister’s concerns, critics dismissed it as a diversion from governance issues. The Congress has yet to respond, but insiders view the remarks as a sign of Rahul Gandhi’s growing political influence.
BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad has slammed Congress Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his controversial “atom bomb” and “hydrogen bomb” remarks, calling them irresponsible and irrelevant to electoral discourse. While Gandhi linked his explosive metaphors to alleged voter list irregularities, the BJP dismissed them as theatrics. The exchange reflects the intensifying BJP-Congress rivalry ahead of upcoming elections, highlighting concerns over electoral integrity and political accountability.
Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor criticized Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin’s visit to Bihar, questioning his silence on past incidents involving Bihari children in Tamil Nadu. Kishor also targeted Congress and Tejashwi Yadav for backing Stalin, accusing them of selective activism ahead of Bihar elections.
City Congress chief Kulbir Singh Chhabra has termed the construction of a badminton court under Rajnandgaon flyover as unconstitutional, accusing BJP of corruption and displacing small vendors.
The Central Government has removed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from Parliament’s Consultative Committee on External Affairs, replacing him with Manish Tewari and Gurjeet Singh Aujla. While no official reason has been given, the move is believed to be linked to committee reconstitution, past political tensions, Congress’s internal strategy, and government priorities.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis strongly rejected Rahul Gandhi’s allegations against the Election Commission, accusing him of spreading lies to cover up Congress’s electoral defeat. Fadnavis warned that such statements damage the credibility of constitutional institutions and asserted that the public will respond in the upcoming elections.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has sharply condemned Donald Trump’s “dead economy” remark and warned of severe trade fallout if the US imposes steep tariffs on Indian goods. Urging strong resistance, Tharoor emphasized India’s economic resilience and the need for assertive diplomacy to protect national interests amid tense trade negotiations.
Congress MP Rajeev Shukla sharply rebuked former US President Donald Trump’s remark calling India’s economy “dead,” labeling it baseless and delusional. Defending India’s economic resilience, Shukla credited successive governments for landmark reforms and condemned Trump’s tariff threats and attempts to pressure India over its global trade partnerships.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced he will adopt 22 children orphaned by Pakistan’s shelling during Operation Sindoor, pledging to support their education, healthcare, and overall well-being. Speaking in Parliament, Gandhi emphasized the need to care for civilians affected by cross-border violence. His compassionate act has drawn praise from fellow opposition leaders and rekindled memories of his past support for Nirbhaya’s brother, highlighting his ongoing commitment to humanitarian causes.
During a fiery Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor, Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led government, questioning security lapses, the abrupt ceasefire with Pakistan, and the lack of accountability post-Pahalgam terror attack. Backed by TMC and Samajwadi Party leaders, the opposition demanded transparency, challenged Prime Minister Modi’s silence, and rejected Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s explanations as inadequate. The 16-hour session highlighted growing public and political pressure on the government for clear answers on national security.
In a fiery assembly of Congress leaders and workers in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President Deepak Baij denounced the BJP government for rising crime, corruption, and threats to the Constitution. Ahead of the July 7th “Kisan, Jawan, Samvidhan Jan Sabha” in Raipur, Baij held a strategy meeting to mobilize thousands of party workers from the district to welcome AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge, who is set to address the rally.