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    Congress targets 10 lakh people for November 1 rally against 'vote theft' in Delhi: Alka Lamba

    Addressing a press conference in Shimla, Lamba targeted the Election Commission and the Centre, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, action against him and the cancellation of his decisions. She also demanded a halt to the SIR exercise and a return to ballot papers instead of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

    Delhi BJP holds protest near Kharge's residence; demands apology for 'insulting' PM Modi

    Delhi BJP organized a protest near Mallikarjun Kharge's residence in response to his remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Protesters attempted to march but were stopped by police at the Sena Bhawan Circle. They raised slogans demanding an apology from Kharge and Rahul Gandhi for the statements made during an event in Patna. Kharge's comments included a firm response to an audience member about Modi's future.

    Rahul Gandhi to hold 'Hisab Maango' rally in Punjab on November 4

    Rahul Gandhi's rally in Sangrur, Punjab, on November 4 will launch the Congress party's campaign for the upcoming 2027 Assembly elections. Senior Congress leaders have criticised the current state government over issues like law and order and drug problems.

    Rahul Gandhi gets relief as Sultanpur court dismisses 2018 defamation case

    A Special MP/MLA Court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday dismissed a 2018 criminal defamation case against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi over alleged objectionable remarks against Amit Shah, then BJP president. Gandhi appeared before the court for the verdict. The complaint was filed by BJP leader Vijay Mishra in August 2018.

    Rahul Gandhi's convoy collides on Purvanchal Expressway

    Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was unhurt after his convoy met with an accident on Monday while he was travelling to Sultanpur to appear before an MP-MLA court in a defamation case.

    Kharge's 'baap' remark on Modi creates furore; BJP says language associated with 'thugs'

    Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an event in Patna sparked controversy. After responding to an audience comment, Kharge said that Modi's father would also go away. This statement prompted strong reactions and condemnation from multiple political leaders across different parties. BJP leaders criticized Kharge's language and demanded apologies from him and the Congress party. The incident reflects ongoing tensions and disagreements in Indian politics.

    • BJP slams Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks against PM Modi, says Congress seems more like 'mafia'

      The ruling party's strong reaction followed Kharge's outburst during a function on the 139th birth anniversary of Bihar's first chief minister, Shrikrishna Singh, in Patna, where he said that the Congress will send those involved in carrying out alleged irregularities in the SIR process to jail.

      Around 5,000 J-K Congress workers to attend 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' rally in Delhi

      Around 5,000 Congress members from Jammu and Kashmir are gearing up for a significant national rally at Ramlila Maidan, New Delhi, on November 1. This rally, part of the 'Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao' initiative, aims to confront issues of alleged electoral manipulation, with party officials asserting that the government is compromising the electoral integrity through its control over the Chief Election Commissioner.

      Rahul Gandhi likely to appear before Sultanpur court on October 26 as MP/MLA court expected to pronounce verdict on defamation case

      Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to stand before a Special MP/MLA Court on October 26 to hear the verdict in a defamation case linked to his comments on Union Home Minister Amit Shah from 2018. Vijay Mishra, a party worker, has filed the complaint citing emotional distress from Gandhi's statements. The court could impose a sentence of up to two years depending on the evidence against Gandhi.

      Rahul Gandhi reiterates call for mega rally at Delhi’s Ramlila Maidan on November 1

      Rahul Gandhi has announced a 'Save the Vote - Save the Country Jan March' rally in New Delhi on November 1. This event aims to protest against the Special Intensive Revision of voter lists and alleged voter list irregularities. Various opposition leaders, including those from the INDIA bloc, support this initiative and are mobilizing participants for the rally.

      Congress seeks impartial probe into voter lists after errors appear in UP MLC polls; halt to SIR

      Congress has raised concerns over discrepancies in the Uttar Pradesh voter list and demanded an impartial investigation. The party is calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar due to alleged collusion with the BJP. Congress leaders have noted previous instances of vote record manipulations involving thousands of voters, particularly from specific communities.

      Rahul Gandhi bent on holding protest on November 1 to toy with Sikh sentiments: BJP on rally against 'vote chori'

      The BJP has criticised the Congress over the INDIA bloc's planned rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on November 1, with BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad accusing Rahul Gandhi of hurting the sentiments of victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The Congress has said the rally will protest alleged irregularities by the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

      Sanjay Raut main conspirator behind AI-generated audio clip, doing Rahul's bidding: BJP

      BJP has accused Sanjay Raut of fabricating an AI-generated audio clip to undermine their credibility. The party claims the clip involves a Rs 500 crore payout meant to incite conflicts among political leaders. BJP officials are demanding an investigation into Raut's alleged dealings and connections to Rahul Gandhi. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a forensic probe while Jarange has called for a Special Investigation Team inquiry.

      "Show documents if Rahul Gandhi indulging in some anti national activity": Priyank Kharge slams BJP over criticism of Congress leader's foreign visits

      Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has questioned the BJP's claims about Rahul Gandhi's foreign visits and alleged meetings. He emphasized the capability of intelligence agencies in monitoring such interactions and criticized the BJP's narrative. Kharge challenged the BJP's spokespersons to provide concrete evidence of any anti-national activities linked to Gandhi. This remarks followed broader allegations from BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi regarding Gandhi's leadership and actions abroad.

      Sudhanshu Trivedi alleges Rahul Gandhi meets "questionable individuals" abroad, engages in anti-India propaganda after returning

      Sudhanshu Trivedi took aim at Rahul Gandhi, alleging his foreign trips involve unsavory characters and undermine India's reputation. The BJP figure criticized Gandhi for compromising the stature of opposition leadership and pointed to recent Congress electoral defeats as a sign of faltering leadership. He referenced Barack Obama's book, questioning Gandhi's readiness for political challenges and raised alarms about the influence of foreign-funded groups on Indian democracy.

      NDA will form next Punjab govt: Amit Shah

      Union home minister Amit Shah has criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding his allegations of vote tampering. Shah claims Gandhi is protecting the votes of infiltrators and asserts that NDA will win in Punjab. He also mentioned that BJP consistently wins elections, causing distress for the opposition parties. Asserting a long wait for Gandhi's turn, Shah conveyed a message directed at him, anticipating his return to Delhi.

      ‘Gaddari Ka Sardar’: BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of foreign links to ‘regime change’ network
      BJP cites media report to target Congress' 'regime change plot', terms Rahul Gandhi 'gaddar'

      The BJP has cited a Fox News digital investigation alleging links between protests in India demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation and unrest in France and Albania. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari accused the Congress of coordinating with Progressive International, alleging a regime-change plot. The Congress had not immediately responded to the allegations.

      Nishikant Dubey's stunning claim, links Rahul Gandhi to US lawmaker Ilhan Omar; alleges conspiracy to destabilise India

      BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has claimed that the opposition is working with foreign entities to create instability in India. He questioned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's meetings abroad, alleging connections to individuals against Indian interests. Dubey criticized ongoing protests in Delhi for disrupting public life while questioning the political motives behind them. He raised concerns over demographic changes in Jharkhand's Santhal Pargana region due to illegal immigration from Bangladesh.

      Shashi Tharoor says 'I am not travel agent' when asked about Rahul Gandhi's foreign trip

      Congress MP Shashi Tharoor responded to questions about Rahul Gandhi's trip during protests in New Delhi. The BJP criticized Gandhi for traveling abroad, implying he needed a vacation from the ongoing protests. BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain made sarcastic comments about Gandhi's trip to Vietnam while Congress defended his right to travel. Concerns over the electoral roll revision exercise have intensified the political conflict between Congress and BJP.

      'RSS an all-male cult, I believe in Shiva Shakti': Rahul Gandhi

      Rahul Gandhi, as the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, has criticized the RSS for gender inequality. He described the organization as an all-male, anti-constitutional cult that devalues women. Gandhi expressed that many women within the RSS align themselves with his political stance. He has urged the youth to continue protesting against what he perceives as unjust actions by the RSS-BJP.

      “I’m tired of spreading lies”: BJP shares viral video allegedly showing Rahul Gandhi on flight to Vietnam, Congress hits back

      On Tuesday, the Bharatiya Janata Party escalated its attack on Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of taking a trip to Vietnam amid important political discussions. Meanwhile, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit stood up for Gandhi, contrasting his foreign engagements with Prime Minister’s travels during parliamentary sessions. The opposition, meanwhile, is calling for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging procedural irregularities in the electoral roll revision process.

      Assam CM calls nationwide UCC; visits BJP leader's residence to pay obeisance

      Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has called for the nationwide implementation of the Uniform Civil Code. He emphasised that Muslim women are disproportionately affected by the absence of such a code. Sarma’s recent visit to Uttar Pradesh included offering condolences to BJP leader Harish Dwivedi. In response to protests against the government, Sarma stated that power is gained through votes.

      "BJP has turned Goa into its piggy bank": Congress leader Rahul Gandhi

      Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of electoral malpractice while addressing issues related to corruption and unemployment in Goa. He claimed that government officials were involved in manipulating elections and exploiting land from local farmers. Gandhi expressed concerns over the rising unemployment rates forcing youth to migrate abroad for opportunities. He criticized the Central government for allegedly favoring industrialists like Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani.

      'Anti-democratic, emergency-style mindset': BJP's CR Kesavan counters P Chidambaram, slams Rahul Gandhi

      Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson CR Kesavan criticized Rahul Gandhi for associating with advocates of regime change. He stated that Gandhi's silence on the issue reflects an anti-democratic mindset. This response came after P Chidambaram defended the use of the term 'regime change' as a legitimate political process. The ongoing agitation against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has intensified tensions between the BJP and Congress.

      Contempt notices to Sanjay Raut and Nikhil Wagle over remarks against CJI, Judiciary

      The Supreme Court has issued show-cause notices to Sanjay Raut and Nikhil Wagle regarding their remarks. These remarks were considered potentially contemptuous towards the Chief Justice and the judiciary. The Supreme Court Bar Association initiated the contempt proceedings after receiving consent from the Attorney General. Both respondents were asked to explain why proceedings should not be initiated against them.

      Drug menace in Punjab at 'alarming level', state needs govt that can keep people safe: Nitin Nabin

      BJP president Nitin Nabin targeted the AAP government in Punjab and said the drug crisis has reached an "alarming level." He emphasised the need for decisive action against miscreants and said the people of Punjab deserve accountability. Nabin raised recent drug-related murders, alleging that there was a collapse of law and order in the state. He also questioned the safety of anti-drug activists in Punjab.

      'Kisi bhrasht officer ne...': Amitabh Bachchan explains how dead man’s name stayed on voter list as Smriti Irani attacks Rahul Gandhi with AI-edited Bhoothnath video

      Smriti Irani took a swipe at Rahul Gandhi and the Congress amid the controversy over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. She shared an AI-edited clip from Bhoothnath Returns, featuring Rahul Gandhi in place of Boman Irani alongside Amitabh Bachchan. The dialogue revolves around a deceased person whose name allegedly remains on the voter list, with claims that a vote was cast in his name during a previous election. Irani captioned the video, “SIR Explain!”, criticising the opposition over its stand on the electoral roll revision exercise.

      Rahul Gandhi, his 'ecosystem' trying to create anarchy in India for 'regime change', says BJP

      BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly inciting anarchy akin to political unrest in Bangladesh. He cited Neha Bora's remarks to bolster his claim that a conspiracy is going on to Indian democracy. Bhandari accused Gandhi of using undemocratic tactics to reclaim power.

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