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First Look: Priyanka and Robert Vadra

First Look: Priyanka and Robert Vadra

Rediff.com7 May 2005

The couple attended a musical evening of Sufiana Kalam by Indian and Pakistani artists organised by a non-governmental organisation.

Truth will always prevail: Robert Vadra

Truth will always prevail: Robert Vadra

Rediff.com10 Feb 2019

'Morning, Just want to say thank you to all my friends and acquaintances who have reached out in support from all over the nation, at this time,' Vadra said in a Facebook post.

Robert Vadra: The rise of the son-in-law

Robert Vadra: The rise of the son-in-law

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

Robert Vadra, 42, has evolved from being simply a son-in-law of the Gandhi family to one of India's most successful businessmen. Amid the latest allegations by activists Arvind Kejriwal and Prashant Bhushan about his involvement in multi-crore land deals, rediff.com takes a look at the life and times of Vadra and the controversies that he courted.

Cong expels Digvijaya's brother for remarks on Rahul

Cong expels Digvijaya's brother for remarks on Rahul

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The Congress on Wednesday expelled former Madhya Pradesh MLA Laxman Singh, who is brother of ex-chief minister Digvijaya Singh, from the primary membership of the party for six years for 'anti-party activities'.

'I Spoke Against Terrorism. Congress Expelled Me'

'I Spoke Against Terrorism. Congress Expelled Me'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'In the Congress, only those people who suck up to the leadership have value. I am not one of them.'

Why Robert Vadra slammed the Haryana govt

Why Robert Vadra slammed the Haryana govt

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

The lawyers also gave detailed responses to specific issues raised in the PAG.

Sreenivasan replaced Priyanka in Robert Vadra company

Sreenivasan replaced Priyanka in Robert Vadra company

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Several other little known entities, realty players involved in transactions with his four firms.

Will BJP target Robert Vadra to get at Priyanka?

Will BJP target Robert Vadra to get at Priyanka?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

While some in the Congress were apprehensive that land grab allegations against her husband Robert Vadra could turn out to be Priyanka's Achilles heel, much of the BJP leadership opted not to bring up the issue at the current juncture.

'Come out of AC car': Robert Vadra, on cycle, to PM over fuel price

'Come out of AC car': Robert Vadra, on cycle, to PM over fuel price

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Vadra rode a bicycle from his Sujan Singh Park residence to his Sukhdev Vihar office in protest against the rising fuel prices.

Robert Vadra lauds Priyanka after manhandling by cops

Robert Vadra lauds Priyanka after manhandling by cops

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

A high-voltage drama unfolded in Lucknow on Saturday evening as Priyanka Gandhi alleged that she was manhandled by police personnel who grabbed her by the throat and pushed her when she resisted their attempts to stop her from visiting the residence of the retired IPS officer, arrested in connection with the recent anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests.

Priyanka isolates after Robert Vadra tests COVID +ve; cancels campaign in TN, Assam, Kerala

Priyanka isolates after Robert Vadra tests COVID +ve; cancels campaign in TN, Assam, Kerala

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Robert Vadra said he has tested positive after he came in contact with someone who was COVID positive.

Robert Vadra appears before ED for 11th time

Robert Vadra appears before ED for 11th time

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Vadra was dropped by his wife and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi outside the agency's office

From our Archives: When Priyanka married Robert Vadra

From our Archives: When Priyanka married Robert Vadra

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

As Robert Vadra confronts serious charges of corruption, Rediff.com looks back at a happier time, when the pretty princess of Indian politics had married the little-known businessman from Moradabad.

Why the Congress must not defend Robert Vadra

Why the Congress must not defend Robert Vadra

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

It is for the Congress to ensure that the revelations do not eat into its vote bank in the crucial assembly elections. And it can do that by one, instituting a transparent and credible inquiry into the allegations; two, by taking action where it is due; and three, by disassociating itself from Vadra, says Seema Mustafa.

Robert Vadra to campaign for Congress in UP

Robert Vadra to campaign for Congress in UP

Rediff.com7 Apr 2019

Vadra said that he will also be present with his mother-in-law Sonia Gandhi and brother-in-law Rahul Gandhi during their filing of nominations.

Govt auditor pulls up Haryana for 'undue favours' to Robert Vadra

Govt auditor pulls up Haryana for 'undue favours' to Robert Vadra

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

"Undue favours" to builders, including Robert Vadra's Skylight Hospitality, by the Haryana government during the Congress regime has come under attack from the Comptroller and Auditor General.

The inside story of Robert Vadra's realty business

The inside story of Robert Vadra's realty business

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Robert Vadra, who is at the centre of a controversy over his property dealings with realty giant DLF and others, began investing in real estate five years ago, in 2007-08.

I-T dept issues notice to Robert Vadra's company

I-T dept issues notice to Robert Vadra's company

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

The Income Tax department has issued notice to a firm owned by Robert Vadra as part of its probe to understand the "financial structure" of the company and real estate projects undertaken by it.

Robert Vadra's interim bail extended till March 2

Robert Vadra's interim bail extended till March 2

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

Vadra, on Facebook termed as "witch hunt" the Enforcement Directorate's action of attaching assets of a firm linked to him, and claimed that it showed "complete misuse of assertion of power".

Govt unduly favoured Robert Vadra in land deals: BJP

Govt unduly favoured Robert Vadra in land deals: BJP

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

The Rajasthan assembly on Tuesday witnessed pandemonium after the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party alleged that government had unduly favoured Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law Robert Vadra in land deals in the state.

How Robert Vadra's firm reaped a fortune with DLF deal

How Robert Vadra's firm reaped a fortune with DLF deal

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

While giving approval to commercially develop land in Gurgaon, the Haryana government considered Robert Vadra's name and status as proof of his company's financial capacity.

Being 'used for political gains', claims Robert Vadra

Being 'used for political gains', claims Robert Vadra

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

In a Facebook post Vadra has said that all allegations being levelled against him are baseless.

Robert Vadra's rally in UP stopped, poll observer shifted

Robert Vadra's rally in UP stopped, poll observer shifted

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

A controversy broke out on Monday over the transfer of a poll observer, an IAS officer, who allegedly ordered the stopping of a motorcycle rally of Congress campaigner and Priyanka Gandhi's husband Robert Vadra on the charge of violating the model code of conduct.

When Gandhis Enjoyed Chole Bhature

When Gandhis Enjoyed Chole Bhature

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Sonia Gandhi, her son, her daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter and a relative relished Chole Bhature during a family lunch at the Kwality restaurant in New Delhi on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

BJP demands fair probe into Robert Vadra-DLF land deal

BJP demands fair probe into Robert Vadra-DLF land deal

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday demanded an independent and fair probe into the Robert Vadra-DLF land deal and sought immediate sealing of the entire documentary evidence in this matter.

Robert Vadra's custodial interrogation required: ED to HC

Robert Vadra's custodial interrogation required: ED to HC

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

"Not confessing" to allegations against him does not mean he was not cooperating, Vadra's lawyer said.

Trump, Pahalgam, Bihar: Oppn ready for showdown in Parliament

Trump, Pahalgam, Bihar: Oppn ready for showdown in Parliament

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

INDIA bloc parties are set to raise issues such as the Pahalgam attack, US President Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire, and concerns over electoral roll revisions in Bihar during the Parliament's Monsoon session.

Robert Vadra gets bail; asked not to leave country

Robert Vadra gets bail; asked not to leave country

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Special Judge Arvind Kumar also directed him not to tamper with the evidence or influence witnesses and join the investigation as and when called by the investigating officer.

Robert Vadra on Facebook: 'I can handle all the negativity'

Robert Vadra on Facebook: 'I can handle all the negativity'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

Caught in a controversy over allegations that he was favoured by realty major DLF, Robert Vadra has broken his silence saying he can "handle all the negativity" even as Congress and BJP sparred over the issue.

Why Sonia is no 'relative' of Robert Vadra

Why Sonia is no 'relative' of Robert Vadra

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Indian law makes it clear that Sonia and Rahul are not related to Robert Vadra, nor is Sonia a relative of Pandit Nehru.

'Avoid using my name': Robert Vadra slams Mallya

'Avoid using my name': Robert Vadra slams Mallya

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Congress chief Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law said that he was a political victim but never misused his position or ran away with anyone's money.

Robert Vadra questioned by ED for 5.5 hours, denies owning London house

Robert Vadra questioned by ED for 5.5 hours, denies owning London house

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Vadra was directed by a Delhi court to cooperate with the investigation being carried out by the central probe agency after he knocked on its door seeking anticipatory bail in this case.

Robert Vadra skips ED date due to health issues

Robert Vadra skips ED date due to health issues

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The agency is expected to give him a fresh date for next week.

Robert Vadra: No one should take advantage of my position

Robert Vadra: No one should take advantage of my position

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

The Gandhi family's son in law opens up on marrying into India's first family

Truth shall prevail, says Robert Vadra over land deal row

Truth shall prevail, says Robert Vadra over land deal row

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

Vadra posted the remark on Facebook as the Congress came out in defence of Vadra and accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of practising political vendetta.

'Pakistan Working Committee': BJP slams Cong for doubting Balakot strike

'Pakistan Working Committee': BJP slams Cong for doubting Balakot strike

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The BJP on Saturday accused the Congress of repeatedly supplying "oxygen" to Pakistan, and slammed the opposition party for its leader Charanjit Singh Channi's remarks questioning the veracity of Balakot air strikes after the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra alleged that the Congress is full of pro-Pakistan leaders who make statements against India's interests, and mocked the party for its letter that had advised its functionaries to toe the official line on the issue. Patra also criticized other Congress leaders for their comments on the Pulwama and Pahalgam terror attacks, accusing them of lowering the morale of the armed forces. He further slammed the Congress for claiming credit for the government's announcement of the caste census and said the party never carried out the exercise during its over 60-year stint in power.

Arms dealer Bhandari opposes ED's fugitive plea in black money case

Arms dealer Bhandari opposes ED's fugitive plea in black money case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari has opposed the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) plea in a Delhi court seeking to declare him a "fugitive " in connection with a black money case. Bhandari claims his stay in the UK is legal as the London High Court denied his extradition to India. The court's decision was also cited by an English court in April to deny the Indian government's request to extradite another accused in a rice-buying scam. Bhandari's lawyer argued that the ED's application was "vague, misplaced and without jurisdiction " and that the value involved in the case was less than the required Rs 100 crore to declare someone a "fugitive. " The Delhi court has sought the ED's rebuttal to Bhandari's argument by May 3.

'BJP Is Setting A Narrative That Gandhis Are Corrupt'

'BJP Is Setting A Narrative That Gandhis Are Corrupt'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'They want to keep the pot boiling all the time.' 'The BJP wants to set a political narrative that the Gandhis are doing wrong things.'

Do terrorists have time to ask about religion: Cong leader

Do terrorists have time to ask about religion: Cong leader

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

In controversial remarks, Maharashtra Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Monday said terrorists have no caste or religion and questioned veracity of the claim that terrorists asked about faith of tourists before killing them in Kashmir's Pahalgam town last week.

Explain Facebook post, Lok Sabha secretariat tells Robert Vadra

Explain Facebook post, Lok Sabha secretariat tells Robert Vadra

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Vadra, in his Facebook post on July 21, had taken a dig at the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government.