Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will contest the upcoming by-election for the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in Kerala, a move that comes after her brother, Rahul Gandhi, vacated the seat to retain his Raebareli constituency. The Congress party has also announced candidates for Kerala’s Assembly bypolls, fielding Rahul Mamkootathil for Palakkad and Ramya Haridas for Chelakkara.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has condemned the killing of NCP leader Baba Siddiqui in Mumbai, calling it a shocking and saddening incident that exposes the ‘complete collapse of law and order’ in Maharashtra. He demanded that the government take responsibility and ensure justice prevails.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited a Dalit household in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, where he cooked traditional food with a family, emphasizing the need for social inclusion and highlighting the lack of awareness about Dalit food culture.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been issued summons by a Pune court in a separate defamation case, adding to his legal troubles. This follows a similar summons issued by a Nashik court for allegedly defamatory remarks against late freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The Pune case was filed by Satyaki Savarkar, a grandnephew of the late leader, who claims Gandhi made objectionable remarks during a London event in March 2023. Gandhi is now required to appear before the Pune court on October 23.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s two-day visit to Kolhapur, Maharashtra, marks the beginning of his party’s campaign for the upcoming state Assembly elections. This strategic visit to the influential sugar belt region holds significance as it coincides with the legacy of social reformer Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj, born in the city.
The Congress party has demanded the restoration of Special Protection Group (SPG) security for Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi after a BJP minister made controversial remarks about Rahul Gandhi. Congress leaders condemned the BJP’s alleged attempts to create a hostile atmosphere against the Gandhis and called for increased security measures.
A busy day awaits India on September 19! Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick off his election campaign in Kashmir, while Congress leader Rahul Gandhi faces a defamation case hearing. Astronaut Sunita Williams celebrates her birthday in space, and the India vs Bangladesh Test series begins in Chennai. Tech news includes the launch of the Honor 200 Lite 5G smartphone.
As the first phase of Jammu and Kashmir’s Assembly elections commenced on September 18, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi both took to social media to encourage a high voter turnout. Modi called for strengthening the ‘festival of democracy’ while Gandhi emphasized the importance of restoring constitutional rights and promoting development. Former J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed optimism about the National Conference’s chances in the elections.
A comment targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, allegedly made from the official X handle of the Noida/Gautam Budh Nagar District Magistrate, has sparked outrage. The comment, which was deemed inappropriate by many, has led to calls for action against the officer. The District Magistrate has since claimed his account was compromised and an FIR has been filed.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has shown gratitude to a barber in his Lok Sabha constituency, Raebareli, by gifting him a shampoo chair, two hair-cutting chairs, and an inverter battery. This gesture comes three months after Gandhi got his beard trimmed at the barber’s shop during his Lok Sabha election campaign.
