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High Voter Turnout Marks 2025 Vice Presidential Election in India

India’s 17th Vice Presidential election witnessed an impressive 96% turnout of MPs, marking a historic contest between NDA nominee and Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan and INDIA bloc’s candidate, former Supreme Court Judge B. Sudershan Reddy. With voting concluded in Parliament House, counting is underway and results are expected later this evening.

Rahul Gandhi’s “Pappu” Image: A Clever Disguise for a Calculated Conspiracy, Claims Minister Rijiju

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 Youth Wing Burns Effigy of Rahul Gandhi in Rajnandgaon Over Remarks Against PM Modi

BJP’s youth wing staged a massive protest in Rajnandgaon, burning Rahul Gandhi’s effigy over his alleged objectionable remarks against PM Modi in Bihar. Led by BJP and BJYM district leaders, the protest at Mahavir Chowk drew more than 100 workers, who accused the Congress of repeatedly insulting the Prime Minister and undermining democratic values.

Voter List Purge Sparks Debate: Citizenship Questions and Political Drama Unfold

India’s voter list revision has reignited the citizenship debate after a man’s name was struck off despite having Aadhaar and voter ID. The Bombay High Court’s ruling that such documents do not prove citizenship has intensified the controversy, with Rahul Gandhi accusing the Election Commission of “vote chori” and targeting marginalized communities. While the BJP defends the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as crucial for electoral integrity, critics warn of disenfranchisement risks, making the issue a flashpoint ahead of upcoming elections.

BJP’s Ravi Shankar Prasad Slams Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Bomb’ Rhetoric as Irresponsible

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.

Kiren Rijiju Slams Congress Over Election Claims, Questions Leadership Credibility

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has launched a sharp attack on Congress and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, dismissing his election predictions as unreliable. Rijiju said, “One roadshow and five foreign trips won’t win elections,” accusing Congress of damaging India’s interests. He criticized Gandhi’s foreign visits and remarks as harmful to India’s image, urging voters to choose leadership based on development and unity.

Rahul Gandhi Removed from Key External Affairs Committee

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.

Congress Launches Protest Over Rahul Gandhi’s “Fake Votes” Allegations Against Modi Government

The Congress party in Rajnandgaon staged a public demonstration at Jaystambh Chowk, broadcasting a video of Rahul Gandhi’s allegations that the BJP, with the Election Commission’s collusion, manipulated voter lists by registering the same voter’s name in multiple states to cast fake votes. The party claimed this electoral fraud helped the BJP form governments at the Centre and in several states.

Fadnavis Slams Rahul Gandhi’s EC Allegations, Accuses Him of Lying to Hide Defeat

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.

Rohan Jaitley Sets Record Straight, Debunks Rahul Gandhi’s Farm Laws Claim

A fresh controversy erupted after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed that late Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had threatened him over the farm laws. Jaitley’s son, Rohan Jaitley, strongly refuted the claim, pointing out that his father passed away in 2019, while the farm laws were introduced in 2020. Emphasizing Arun Jaitley’s democratic values, Rohan called the statement factually incorrect and urged Rahul Gandhi to show restraint when speaking about those who are no longer alive. The BJP has backed Rohan’s statement and demanded an apology from Gandhi.

Rahul Gandhi to Adopt 22 Children Orphaned by Pakistan Shelling in Operation Sindoor

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.

Anila Bhediya Leads Congress Strategy Meet on Mandal-Sector Reorganization

As part of the nationwide “Srijan Sangathan 2025” initiative launched by the All India Congress Committee (AICC), former minister and Rajnandgaon district in-charge Anila Bhediya led a high-level meeting to restructure mandal and sector committees. Held at Satnam Bhavan, the meeting aimed to energize grassroots workers, induct youth into the party's fold, and expose the BJP's alleged failures at the booth level. Senior Congress leaders and MLAs offered strategic suggestions, and appointments were made to key organizational posts in both urban and rural blocks of the district.