News for 'All India Congress Committee General Secretary Rahul Gandhi'

Caste census: Opposition parties claim victory

Caste census: Opposition parties claim victory

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

As the Centre announced the inclusion of caste enumeration in the next census on Wednesday, opposition parties said it is a victory for their long-standing demand and sought time-bound implementation.

In Parliament, Rahul seeks compensation for kin of deceased farmers

In Parliament, Rahul seeks compensation for kin of deceased farmers

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

He also said the Centre has not answered the questions raised by him in the Lok Sabha on the issues of farmers and said its reply was a 'joke'.

Making Anandiben 'scapegoat' won't save BJP in Gujarat: Rahul

Making Anandiben 'scapegoat' won't save BJP in Gujarat: Rahul

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

"Thirteen years of Modi rule, not two years of Anandiben are responsible for Gujarat burning. Sacrificing the scapegoat won't save the BJP," Gandhi said on his official Twitter handle.

Rahul constitutes CWC, several veterans dropped

Rahul constitutes CWC, several veterans dropped

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

He has also convened the first meeting of the extended CWC on July 22 to chalk out the party's future strategy.

Janardhan Dwivedi joins 'repair Congress' bandwagon

Janardhan Dwivedi joins 'repair Congress' bandwagon

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

All India Congress Committee general secretary Janardhan Dwivedi has created a flutter by saying that the "party leadership should not only speak, but also have the courage to listen".

Sonia, Rahul assert Ambedkar's legacy for Congress on RSS turf

Sonia, Rahul assert Ambedkar's legacy for Congress on RSS turf

Rediff.com12 Apr 2016

Seeking to blunt Bharatiya Janata Party's efforts to 'appropriate' legacy of Ambedkar, Sonia said, "Congress had given Dr Ambedkar his dues by appointing him as chairman of the Draft Committee of Constitution."

Congress mum on reports about Priyanka to be star campaigner in UP

Congress mum on reports about Priyanka to be star campaigner in UP

Rediff.com4 Jul 2016

Ramesh, however, dismissed suggestions that Priyanka taking centrestage in campaigning in Uttar Pradesh showed poorly on the leadership of Rahul.

Days before polls, Himachal minister quits Congress, joins BJP

Days before polls, Himachal minister quits Congress, joins BJP

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

"I have been given BJP ticket from Mandi and the party has informed me about this," he said.

Leaked tapes, no trust motion forced Biren Singh to resign: Cong

Leaked tapes, no trust motion forced Biren Singh to resign: Cong

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Congress on Sunday termed N Biren Singh's resignation from the post of Manipur chief minister as 'belated' and said people of the state were now awaiting a visit by 'our frequent-flier Prime Minister' Narendra Modi.

Nobody knows, says Gehlot on rumoured offer to head Cong

Nobody knows, says Gehlot on rumoured offer to head Cong

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Gehlot's meeting with Congress chief Sonia Gandhi led to the buzz that the two may have discussed the possibility of him being the next party president.

Chhattisgarh Cong rift: Baghel loyalists stage show of strength

Chhattisgarh Cong rift: Baghel loyalists stage show of strength

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

Amid a talk of leadership change in Chhattisgarh, a number of legislators from the state has arrived in the national capital in support of Baghel, who is also reaching Delhi.

Shah insulted Ambedkar, should resign as HM: Cong

Shah insulted Ambedkar, should resign as HM: Cong

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The Congress on Tuesday accused Home Minister Amit Shah of harboring "hatred" towards B.R. Ambedkar, demanding an apology from him for his remarks in the Rajya Sabha. Congress leaders pointed out that Shah's comments, which criticized the frequent invocation of Ambedkar's name by the opposition, demonstrate a deep-seated animosity towards the architect of India's Constitution. The allegations sparked outrage among Congress members, who accused the BJP and RSS of having a history of disdain for Ambedkar. The incident has fueled political tensions, with the Congress vowing to hold Shah accountable for his remarks.

What Congress Must Do To Win Maharashtra

What Congress Must Do To Win Maharashtra

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Convert the Haryana result into a blessing in disguise; make the calamity into an opportunity. Maharashtra was always the big ticket game in town; MVA must win it. The Congress should shift headquarters to Mumbai for the entire month. Show urgency and a hunger to win, asserts Sanjay Jha.

Haath Se Haath Jodo: Congress' Next Move

Haath Se Haath Jodo: Congress' Next Move

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

To highlight alleged misgovernance by the present regime, its first nationwide campaign ahead of the 2024 parliamentary elections.

Death threat to Rahul: Centre asks SPG, IB to take 'maximum precautions'

Death threat to Rahul: Centre asks SPG, IB to take 'maximum precautions'

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Rahul is scheduled to address a rally of the Congress-Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam alliance on Tuesday at Karaikal in Puducherry.

Rahul's yatra to cover 15 states, now renamed as...

Rahul's yatra to cover 15 states, now renamed as...

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

The Congress on Thursday renamed the Rahul Gandhi-led Manipur-Mumbai yatra starting on January 14 as the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, which will travel through 100 Lok Sabha segments in 15 states including Arunachal Pradesh, and asserted it will prove to be as 'transformative' as his earlier cross-country march.

We must work 24x7x365 among people, Kharge tells CWC

We must work 24x7x365 among people, Kharge tells CWC

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge Saturday said the Lok Sabha poll mandate is a "decisive rejection" of the politics of divisiveness and hate, and stressed that the INDIA bloc must continue functioning cohesively both inside and outside Parliament.

Democracy, honesty, people of K'taka lost: Rahul

Democracy, honesty, people of K'taka lost: Rahul

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

Capping a three-week-long high-voltage intense power struggle triggered by a raft of resignations by rebel lawmakers that pushed the government to the brink of collapse, the motion in the Karnataka Assembly was defeated with 99 members voting for the motion and 105 against it.

Congress overhaul: Is Priyanka in?

Congress overhaul: Is Priyanka in?

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Will Sonia Gandhi finally take a decision she has put off for so long, asks Rajeev Sharma.

Congress organisational polls to be completed by July 2015

Congress organisational polls to be completed by July 2015

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Legislative Assembly election-bound Maharashtra, Haryana and Jharkhand will be exempted from this exercise

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

'Bihar Doesn't Predict Outcomes In Bengal, UP'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

'The question for the TMC is not whether it can hold its bastions, but whether it can expand effectively into regions where the BJP already possesses a good ecosystem.'

Goa Congress MLAs blame 'party managers' for fiasco

Goa Congress MLAs blame 'party managers' for fiasco

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

The anguish of the party MLAs seems to be directed at Digvijay Singh who has been handling the party affairs in Goa.

Sonia not among Cong star campaigners for UP Phase 6

Sonia not among Cong star campaigners for UP Phase 6

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi, All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and chief ministers of Congress-ruled states of Rajasthan, Punjab and Chhattisgarh are among those named by the party as its star campaigners in Uttar Pradesh.

Ghulam Nabi Azad quits Cong after 50 yrs, blames Rahul

Ghulam Nabi Azad quits Cong after 50 yrs, blames Rahul

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Friday resigned from all party positions, including its primary membership, delivering another blow to the embattled party that has seen a series of leaders leave it.

Karti takes jibe at Cong organisational rejig in TN

Karti takes jibe at Cong organisational rejig in TN

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

Tagging a tweet on the organisational changes by the party in Tamil Nadu, Karti Chidambaram tweeted, "These jumbo committees serve no purpose. 32 VP, 57 GS, 104 Secretaries. None will have any authority which means no accountability."

Amid logjam in Parliament, Oppn MPs offer roses to BJP members

Amid logjam in Parliament, Oppn MPs offer roses to BJP members

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Several opposition MPs on Wednesday greeted their Bharatiya Janata Party counterparts in Parliament premises with the tricolour in one hand and a red rose in the other, as they urged the ruling party to ensure that the House functions and all issues, including the Adani matter, is discussed.

Congress makes stunning comeback in Karnataka; BJP routed

Congress makes stunning comeback in Karnataka; BJP routed

Rediff.com14 May 2023

The Congress on Saturday made a stunning comeback in Karnataka ousting the Bharatiya Janata Party from its lone southern citadel with a comfortable majority in a morale booster win that will be key for reviving its electoral fortunes ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Dwivedi's views on reservations create stir in Congress

Dwivedi's views on reservations create stir in Congress

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Since the AICC general secretary is known to be close to Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, there is every possibility that he could be speaking on behalf of the party leadership, reports Anita Katiyal.

Rahul visits relief camps, meets guv in violence-hit Manipur

Rahul visits relief camps, meets guv in violence-hit Manipur

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

On Thursday, he had visited relief camps in Churachandpur, one of the worst affected towns in the ethnic rioting, which has plagued the northeastern state for the last two months.

Would Rahul be elevated later this year?

Would Rahul be elevated later this year?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

His sudden sabbatical to reflect upon the future course of the party may be a prelude to his elevation as Congress president.

Rajasthan Cong secy triggers Pilot vs Gehlot debate

Rajasthan Cong secy triggers Pilot vs Gehlot debate

Rediff.com28 May 2019

Congress president Rahul Gandhi met Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his deputy Sachin Pilot separately.

Herald case: Sonia, Rahul may seek bail

Herald case: Sonia, Rahul may seek bail

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

Congress MPs have been asked to gather at the party headquarters on Saturday, ahead of the appearance of the Gandhis in the court, as a measure of solidarity.

Congress presidential poll: Sixth in party's 137-year history

Congress presidential poll: Sixth in party's 137-year history

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Also, with Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra not in the running for the party president's post, a non-Gandhi would be at the helm after over 24 years following the polling on Monday and counting on Wednesday.

Rahul tries to infuse some new, young blood in the Upper House

Rahul tries to infuse some new, young blood in the Upper House

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

In his attempt to revive a beleaguered Congress, Rahul Gandhi is trying to bring in new leadership in the form of Rajeev Gowda and BK Hari Prasad, whose names have been nominated for the Rajya Sabha, says Renu Mittal.

Senior Cong leader Indira Hridayesh passes away

Senior Cong leader Indira Hridayesh passes away

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Leader of Opposition in the Uttarakhand Assembly Indira Hridayesh passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest in New Delhi on Sunday.

Sonia likely to name Rahul as Cong leader in LS

Sonia likely to name Rahul as Cong leader in LS

Rediff.com23 May 2014

A meeting of the Congress will be held on May 24 at 5pm in Parliament to elect the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party. After the party managed to bag just 44 seats in the recently-concluded Lok Sabha elections, all indications point to the fact that supremo Sonia Gandhi would be made the chairperson of the party.

Vice-Presidential election: Stage set for 'south versus south' battle

Vice-Presidential election: Stage set for 'south versus south' battle

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The stage is set for a direct contest between NDA nominee C P Radhakrishnan and joint opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy for the September 9 vice-presidential election. Nominations have been scrutinized and accepted.

Cong will go the AAP way to name Rahul as PM candidate

Cong will go the AAP way to name Rahul as PM candidate

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

With Manmohan Singh clarifying that he will handover the baton after his term comes to an end, the Congress is all set to name Rahul Gandhi as its prime ministerial candidate for the Lok Sabha elections. However, before making the final announcement, the party would consult its members like the Aam Admi Party, reports Renu Mittal.

China 'renaming' places in Arunachal result of Modiji's...: Cong

China 'renaming' places in Arunachal result of Modiji's...: Cong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

New Delhi's reaction came in response to Beijing announcing Chinese names for 11 more places in Arunachal Pradesh which the neighbouring country claims as southern part Tibet.

Maha Cong calls meet of MLAs; Kharge, Rahul speak to Sharad Pawar

Maha Cong calls meet of MLAs; Kharge, Rahul speak to Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

The Maharashtra Congress has convened a meeting of its legislators on Tuesday in view of the developments in the state that saw a split in the Nationalist Congress Party and Ajit Pawar being inducted as deputy chief minister in the Eknath Shinde government.