Rahul Gandhi News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi to likely visit Bihar on April 7: Sources
New Delhi, March 28: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi will likely visit Bihar on April 7 and attend the 'Samvidhan Suraksha Sammelan' in Patna.
Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi to travel to US from April 19: Sources
New Delhi, March 28: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will travel to the US from April 19. According to sources, he will visit Brown University and interact with the Indian diaspora in Boston.
Mamata Banerjee following Rahul Gandhi's footsteps...: BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari
New Delhi, March 28: Bharatiya Janata Party leader Pradeep Bhandari on Friday attacked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and said that the latter is following the footsteps of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi for speaking against the country.
Gujarat Congress leaders to meet high command in Delhi amid party restructuring
Ahmedabad, March 27: The Gujarat Congress is set for a major restructuring as district and city presidents of the party will travel to New Delhi on April 3 for crucial discussions with the party's high command.
Rahul's absence at Mahakumbh: Vadra says Cong MP believes in prayers, not media display
New Delhi, March 27: Decrying the practice of mixing religion and politics, Robert Vadra, husband of Congress general secretary and MP Priyanka Gandhi, on Thursday said that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi should not be judged just because he did not go for a holy dip at the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.
'BJP suppressing free speech,' says Pramod Tiwari on LoP Gandhi's treatment in Parliament
New Delhi, March 27: Congress leader Pramod Tiwari has strongly criticised the BJP for deliberately suppressing free speech, the right of Opposition leaders, particularly that of Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, to speak in Parliament.
LoP is very important position in our Parliamentary tradition: Gaurav Gogoi
New Delhi, March 27: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday has alleged that Opposition voices, particularly that of the Leader of Opposition (LoP), are being curtailed in Parliament. He claimed that while government ministers and BJP MPs are given the floor without hindrance, the LoP is often prevented from speaking by citing procedural rules.
How will democracy be protected if LoP is not allowed to speak: Congress' Harish Rawat
Haridwar, March 27: Congress leader Harish Rawat said that if the Leader of Opposition is not given a chance to speak, it raises concerns about how democracy and public interest can be protected.
Rahul Gandhi misleading the country, has no interest in parliamentary system: BJP MP Jagdambika Pal
New Delhi, March 27: BJP MP Jagdambika Pal has slammed Rahul Gandhi's claim of being denied a chance to speak in the Lok Sabha, saying the Congress leader is misleading the nation and has no interest in the parliamentary system.
'No way to run House', Rahul Gandhi attacks LS Speaker
New Delhi, March 26: Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused Speaker Om Birla of running the House in an “undemocratic manner” and denying him the opportunity to speak.
Was not allowed to speak in House: LoP Rahul Gandhi questions Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, March 26: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and alleged that he was not allowed to speak in the House.
Rahul jaise kuch namune rehne chahiye...: CM Yogi Adityanath attacks Congress
Lucknow, March 26: Calling Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi a "namuna" (specimen) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath alleged that the party wanted to keep "controversy" alive in Ayodhya.
Congress to contest 2025 Bihar polls under INDIA Bloc
Patna, March 25: In a significant development ahead of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, the Congress has officially announced its decision to contest the elections under the umbrella of the INDIA Bloc.
NPCC congratulates S Supongmeren Jamir on his election to Court of Delhi University
Kohima, March 25: The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Tuesday congratulated S Supongmeren Jamir, Member of Parliament and NPCC President, on his election as a member of the Court of the University of Delhi, according to a release.
BJP's Amit Malviya 'exposes' Opposition's 'lies' on Agniveer scheme
New Delhi, March 25: BJP leader and in-charge of the party's National Information and Technology Department Amit Malviya on Tuesday took a swipe at the Opposition Congress for “spreading falsehoods” about the Agniveer scheme for military recruitment.
'We demand immediate attention': Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on MGNREGA issue
New Delhi, March 25: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday demanded immediate attention to the crisis and justice for affected MGNREGA workers.
Kerala MPs, including Priyanka Gandhi protest outside Parliament over MNREGA issue
New Delhi, March 25: Opposition MPs from Kerala, including Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra staged a protest over the MNREGA issue outside the premises of Parliament on Tuesday.
'Fight was not just against British but against social discrimination': Rahul Gandhi on Shaheed Diwas
New Delhi, March 23: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday paid tribute to iconic freedom fighters, Baghat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, remembering their contributions to India's struggle for Independence.
Rajesh Kumar expresses gratitude to Cong central leadership on becoming Bihar unit chief
Patna, March 23: Rajesh Kumar, a Dalit leader from Bihar, who was recently appointed as the State Congress President, on Saturday, expressed gratitude to the party's central leadership, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and party President Mallikarjun Kharge.
Hoping it'll be passed by Centre as well: K Kavitha offers prayers after passage of OBC Bill in Telangana
Siddipet, March 22: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha on Saturday visited the Mallanna Temple of Lord Shiva in Komuravelli village, Telangana, to offer prayers following the passage of the "OBC Bill" that grants 42 per cent reservation for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) in the state.
Bihar celebrates 113th formation day, PM Modi & HM Shah extend heartfelt wishes
Patna, March 22: As Bihar commemorates its 113th formation day on Saturday, the leaders, cutting across the party lines, extended heartfelt wishes highlighting the state's glorious history, culture and progress.
Bihar's rich culture, knowledge and art enhanced prestige of India: LoP Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, March 22: On the occasion of Bihar Diwas, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of Bihar, highlighting the state's rich cultural, historical, and intellectual contributions to the prestige of India.
Amit Shah takes 'kaala chashma' jibe at Rahul Gandhi
New Delhi, March 21: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday in a sharp jibe at Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi while speaking in the Rajya Sabha on counter-terrorism operations and development in Jammu and Kashmir.
Nothing but political stunt: BJP MP berates LoP Rahul over 'Dr Ambedkar's unfulfilled dream' remark
New Delhi, March 21: Parliamentarian Praveen Khandelwal on Friday took a caustic jibe at Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi's call for a nationwide caste census and termed it as a "desperate attempt to save his political career".
Congress has become modern Muslim League: BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari on Karnataka's resolution against Waqf Bill
New Delhi, March 20: BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, labeling it a "modern Muslim League" under Rahul Gandhi's leadership. This criticism comes after the Karnataka Assembly passed a resolution against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024.
PM Modi leads nation in extending greetings on Parsi New Year
New Delhi, March 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Parsi New Year, Navroz, on Thursday wishing happiness, success, and prosperity for all.
Extending affordable financial protection to every insurable individual: LIC CEO
New Delhi, March 20: Siddhartha Mohanty, CEO and MD of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), said on Thursday that the nation's largest insurer has consistently focused on reaching rural areas and economically and socially disadvantaged sections.
Bihar Congress chief Rajesh Kumar meets Kharge, Rahul Gandhi; vows to strengthen party ahead of assembly polls
New Delhi, March 20: Newly appointed Bihar Congress president Rajesh Kumar on Wednesday met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, with assembly elections in Bihar scheduled later this year.
Mallikarjun Kharge chairs meeting of West Bengal Congress leaders in Delhi
New Delhi, March 19: Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday chaired a meeting of West Bengal Congress leaders.
Clear acknowledgement of Rahul Gandhi's charge about dubious voter lists: Congress after ECI's meeting on EPIC-Aadhaar linking
New Delhi, March 18: After the Election Commission's meeting to discuss linking of Voter ID (EPIC) with Aadhaar on Tuesday, the Congress said that the step is a "clear acknowledgement" of the charge that Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi has been making about the "suspicious and dubious nature" of voter lists.
No Indian should be deprived of their vote by Aadhaar-voter ID linking: Rahul Gandhi urges EC
New Delhi, March 18: Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, on Tuesday urged the Election Commission of India to ensure that no Indian should be deprived of their vote while linking Aadhaar with voter IDs. He also wants the ECI to address the privacy concerns in the process.
Why did Rahul, Priyanka miss Mahakumbh? BJP's Jagdambika Pal seeks answers from Congress
New Delhi, March 18: In light of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks on the Mahakumbh during his address in Lok Sabha, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jagdambika Pal questioned the absence of senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra from the religious gathering.
PM's Maha Kumbh statement in LS: Speaker invokes Rule 372, LoP Rahul takes 'new India' jibe
New Delhi, March 18: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described the Maha Kumbh 2025 as a moment of ‘awakening’ for the nation and credited its success to countless contributions from countrymen, this prompted protests from the Opposition and also ‘new India’ jibe from Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi. The House was adjourned for the day soon after that.
Caste census will happen in India: LoP Rahul Gandhi after Telangana Assembly passes Bill for 42% OBC reservation
New Delhi, March 18: After the Telangana Assembly passed on Tuesday two bills to enhance reservation of Other Backward Classes to 42 per cent, Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi said it was "revolutionary" and said the Congress Party will ensure that Caste census in India.
Congress Convention in Gujarat will begin with new energy to strengthen party: Harish Rawat
Dehradun, March 18: Congress leader Harish Rawat on Tuesday said that the 86th All India Congress Committee (AICC) Convention in Gujarat will begin with a new energy to strengthen the party.
BJP leader bristles at Telangana govt's move to rope in 'foreigner' for caste census study
New Delhi, March 15: BJP leader G. V. L. Narasimha Rao sharply criticised the Congress-led Telangana government and Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, for involving French economist Thomas Piketty in the state's caste census study.
Election ID-Aadhaar card linking: CEC to meet home, legislative secretaries on March 18
New Delhi, March 15: Aiming to address concerns over alleged bogus voters, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has called a meeting on March 18 (Tuesday) with the Union Home Secretary and the Legislative Secretary to discuss the issue of linking voter identity cards with Aadhaar numbers.
Freedom to celebrate in one's own way: Udit Raj defends Rahul's foreign visit during Holi
New Delhi, March 15: With Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) making derisive taunts at Rahul Gandhi’s foreign visits to Vietnam, his second to the country this year, Congress leader Udit Raj came forward to defend his ‘choice’ as Holi destination.
Cong veteran contradicts Rahul on claims of 'half of Gujarat's party unit working for BJP'
Gandhinagar, March 15: Dinsha Patel, former Union Minister and veteran Congress leader from Gujarat has contradicted Rahul Gandhi’s claims of some party leaders from the state unit, working as ‘agents’ of the BJP.
Great social reformer: LoP Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders pay tributes to Kanshi Ram
New Delhi, March 15: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday paid homage to late Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) founder Kanshi Ram on his birth anniversary, acknowledging his contribution to social justice and the uplift of marginalised communities.