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Why Vijay postponed meeting with Sonia, Rahul Gandhi

Why Vijay postponed meeting with Sonia, Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Tamil Nadu Congress MP Christopher Tilak clarified that the postponement of Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's meeting with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi was due to the leaders' busy schedules and ongoing organisational matters.

Allahabad HC Summons Records in Rahul Gandhi Dual Citizenship Complaint

Allahabad HC Summons Records in Rahul Gandhi Dual Citizenship Complaint

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The Allahabad High Court has requested records from the central government regarding a complaint alleging dual citizenship against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. The order follows a petition challenging the rejection of an FIR request against Gandhi.

HC restrains FIR order in Rahul Gandhi citizenship case

HC restrains FIR order in Rahul Gandhi citizenship case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has deferred its order directing an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in connection with the alleged dual citizenship controversy, pending a review of whether prior notice to the accused was legally required.

Rahul Gandhi's Defamation Case Over Hathras Comments Delayed

Rahul Gandhi's Defamation Case Over Hathras Comments Delayed

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The hearing in a defamation suit filed against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his remarks on the 2020 Hathras gangrape case has been deferred to May 2. The case, heard in an MP-MLA court, was delayed due to the presiding judge's transfer. The defamation complaint stems from Gandhi's alleged remarks about the accused 'roaming free' while visiting the victim's family.

HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case

HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in dual citizenship case

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Allahabad High Court has directed the registration of an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi concerning allegations of dual citizenship, potentially escalating the legal scrutiny surrounding the opposition leader.

Rahul 'expresses regret' in defamation case by Shivraj's son

Rahul 'expresses regret' in defamation case by Shivraj's son

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has filed an application in the Madhya Pradesh High Court expressing regret over an allegedly defamatory statement made against Kartikeya Singh, son of Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Singh had filed a defamation complaint, leading Gandhi to seek quashing of the summons and the case.

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Deliberately Destroying The Congress'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

'Both Rahul and Modi are the same in the way they run their parties. Modi too wants faceless people and so does Rahul Gandhi.'

Abhishek Banerjee meets Rahul Gandhi amid merger buzz

Abhishek Banerjee meets Rahul Gandhi amid merger buzz

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a deepening internal crisis marked by fresh resignations and an escalating rebellion, even as its national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to discuss opposition coordination and the future of the INDIA bloc.

Vijay takes a selfie with Rahul Gandhi after swearing-in

Vijay takes a selfie with Rahul Gandhi after swearing-in

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Actor Vijay, president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. The ceremony included a selfie with Rahul Gandhi and a 360-degree video of the cheering crowd. Vijay's party achieved a historic debut, ending the duopoly of DMK and AIADMK.

Lawyer withdraws 'threat to Rahul Gandhi's life' plea

Lawyer withdraws 'threat to Rahul Gandhi's life' plea

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's lawyer on Thursday withdrew from a Pune court the plea claiming apprehension of threat to the parliamentarian from followers of Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.

Guj BJP MP invites Rahul Gandhi for 'Unity March' in Vadodara

Guj BJP MP invites Rahul Gandhi for 'Unity March' in Vadodara

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Hemang Joshi has invited Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to join a 'Unity March' passing through Vadodara, Gujarat, organized in honor of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Rahul Gandhi makes imarti, laddoos in Diwali video

Rahul Gandhi makes imarti, laddoos in Diwali video

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi posted a video of himself making sweets at the famous Ghantewala shop in Delhi, greeting people on Diwali and asking them how they are celebrating the festival.

Like Zubeen Garg, Cong works to unite people: Rahul Gandhi

Like Zubeen Garg, Cong works to unite people: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption and land grabbing, promising action if the Congress party wins the upcoming elections in Assam. Gandhi also criticised the BJP's governance and economic policies.

Abuses hurled at Modi: Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi summoned

Abuses hurled at Modi: Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi summoned

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

A court in Bihar's Sheikhpura district has issued summonses to INDIA bloc leaders Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav, and Mukesh Sahani in connection with alleged abuses hurled at Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a Congress event in August.

'Walks in like a tapori': Kangana slams Rahul Gandhi

'Walks in like a tapori': Kangana slams Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Her remarks come after 84 former bureaucrats, 116 veterans, and four lawyers wrote an open letter asking Rahul Gandhi to apologise over an incident in which he had tea and biscuits at the Makar Dwar entrance of Parliament.

Gandhis, Congress And The Kaikeyi Principle

Gandhis, Congress And The Kaikeyi Principle

Rediff.com19 May 2026

The Gandhis have served both the Congress and India. But it has been 12 years since the 2014 verdict, and the returns have been diminishing. It is time for them to step aside, let the party find its own footing, and allow someone else to make the hard calls. That is what the Congress needs. And frankly, it is what India needs too, points out Harishchandra.

Rahul Gandhi granted bail in defamation case

Rahul Gandhi granted bail in defamation case

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

A Lucknow court on Tuesday granted bail to leader of opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi after he made an appearance in a defamation case filed over his purported remarks on Army personnel, his lawyer said.

Why Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Aiding BJP

Why Rahul Gandhi Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Aiding BJP

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Rahul Gandhi accuses Mamata Banerjee of not directly fighting the BJP, alleging that this indirect approach benefits the ruling party. He also criticised her government's performance on job creation and handling of corruption.

Tharoor skips Cong meet chaired by Rahul Gandhi

Tharoor skips Cong meet chaired by Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

This is the third time the Thiruvananthapuram MP has skipped the party meeting.

Unidentified man hugs, kisses Rahul Gandhi in Bihar

Unidentified man hugs, kisses Rahul Gandhi in Bihar

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was taken aback when an unidentified man hugged him and kissed him on the shoulder during his 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar. The incident occurred in Purnea district, prompting security personnel to intervene.

When Modi, Rahul Gandhi share rare candid chat in Parliament

When Modi, Rahul Gandhi share rare candid chat in Parliament

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi engaged in a brief conversation during an event commemorating Jyotirao Phule, drawing attention due to the rarity of such interactions between the two leaders.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging corruption and a compromise of governance to protect his children.

Man to drag Rahul Gandhi to police for sharing phone number

Man to drag Rahul Gandhi to police for sharing phone number

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Anjani Mishra, a resident of Prayagraj, is planning to file a police complaint after his mobile number was shared by Rahul Gandhi at a press conference, leading to hundreds of unwanted calls.

Tharoor slams govt for not allowing Rahul Gandhi to speak

Tharoor slams govt for not allowing Rahul Gandhi to speak

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticized the Lok Sabha for denying Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi the opportunity to speak, calling it 'absolutely bizarre'. Tharoor stated that Gandhi should be allowed to voice his concerns and that preventing him from speaking undermines the purpose of Parliament.

Prove 'vote theft' claim or say sorry, EC tells Rahul Gandhi again

Prove 'vote theft' claim or say sorry, EC tells Rahul Gandhi again

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Election Commission asks Rahul Gandhi to either sign a declaration to support his vote theft claims or apologise for making 'fake' charges.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Kerala CM Vijayan is 'Afraid' of Modi

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of being 'afraid' of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing corruption allegations and a desire to protect his children.

'Rahul losing support within Cong': BJP cites Tharoor's remarks on Modi

'Rahul losing support within Cong': BJP cites Tharoor's remarks on Modi

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The BJP has criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, citing Shashi Tharoor's praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla claimed Gandhi is losing support within his own party and among allies, questioning his leadership capabilities and prime ministerial aspirations.

CRPF claims Rahul Gandhi violated protocol; intimidation, says Cong

CRPF claims Rahul Gandhi violated protocol; intimidation, says Cong

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

The sources said such communication was "routine" in nature and had been sent by the CRPF security wing in the context of Gandhi's security in the past too.

Don't consider Rahul Gandhi a big leader: Ex-Cong MP

Don't consider Rahul Gandhi a big leader: Ex-Cong MP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

Former Congress MP Lakshman Singh has said Rahul Gandhi is an ordinary party worker and parliamentarian and he should not be highlighted so much.

Will move privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi: Rijiju

Will move privilege notice against Rahul Gandhi: Rijiju

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

Rijiju, however, did not specify when and who will give notice for privilege motion against Gandhi. It is believed that someone from treasury benches in the Lok Sabha will do so.

BJP files complaint against Rahul Gandhi over remarks on PM

BJP files complaint against Rahul Gandhi over remarks on PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

The BJP has filed a complaint with the Election Commission against Rahul Gandhi for his alleged derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during recent rallies in Bihar.

Exclusive: Make Rahul Gandhi PM, says Congress MP Bajwa

Exclusive: Make Rahul Gandhi PM, says Congress MP Bajwa

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

The Congress Party is sinking. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh should make way for Rahul Gandhi, says Congress MP from Gurudaspur Sardar Partap Singh Bajwa. Sheela Bhatt reports

'Talks are on': Rahul Gandhi jokes about his marriage

'Talks are on': Rahul Gandhi jokes about his marriage

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi jokingly mentioned ongoing discussions with RJD president Lalu Prasad regarding marriage, following a suggestion from Prasad's son to Union Minister Chirag Paswan.

Bihar man sues Rahul Gandhi over loss of milk

Bihar man sues Rahul Gandhi over loss of milk

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

The bizarre development has taken place in Samastipur district, where complainant Mukesh Chaudhary claimed that he received a shock upon hearing Gandhi's "fight against the Indian state" remark last week.

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Modi-LDF Alliance in Kerala Elections

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Modi-LDF Alliance in Kerala Elections

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Rahul Gandhi accuses Narendra Modi of remaining silent on the Sabarimala issue to protect the interests of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in Kerala, alleging a hidden alliance between the BJP and LDF.

When Rahul Gandhi Visited Kedarnath

When Rahul Gandhi Visited Kedarnath

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi visited Kedarnath in Rudraprayag on Monday, November 6, 2023.

Savarkar defamation case: Rahul Gandhi pleads not guilty

Savarkar defamation case: Rahul Gandhi pleads not guilty

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pleaded not guilty in a Pune court in a defamation case pertaining to his comments on Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar. The case was filed by Satyaki Savarkar, a grandnephew of V D Savarkar, accusing Gandhi of making false allegations against the Hindutva ideologue during his address in London in March 2023.

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam attack victim Lt Narwal's family

Rahul Gandhi meets Pahalgam attack victim Lt Narwal's family

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met the family of Navy officer Lt Vinay Narwal, who was killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, on Tuesday. Gandhi reached Karnal in Haryana in the afternoon and was accompanied by Congress' Rohtak MP Deepender Singh Hooda. The Congress party posted on X that Gandhi would meet the family of the Navy officer who was martyred in the Pahalgam terror attack.

Can Cong Stop BJP's Constitutional Push?

Can Cong Stop BJP's Constitutional Push?

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Our leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, are in touch with all Opposition parties, including the DMK and the AAP.'

Nashik court summons Rahul Gandhi

Nashik court summons Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

A court in Maharashtra's Nashik district has summoned Congress MP Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed against him for his alleged objectionable remarks against Hindutva ideologue Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.