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Congress attacks government on issue of income inequality

The Congress on October 23 charged that the gap between the ultra-rich and the middle class in the country is widening under the Modi government.

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Nod for Chinese technicians to come ashore at Vizhinjam violates security guidelines: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleges Centre complicit in allowing Chinese workers to disembark at Vizhinjam port, violating security guidelines. He questions why Chinese workers are being allowed to work illegally for Adani Group linked to global money-laundering networks. Home Ministry guidelines state no landing permit for nationals of Afghanistan, China,…

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Congress accuses YouTube of playing into the hands of ‘ruling dispensation’ after platform advises discretion to watch Priyanka speech

“Will Google, which owns YouTube, explain what is “suicidal or self-harming” in their speeches? Will now raising issues that matter to the people be censored,” asked Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh

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Always stood with citizens to protect their freedoms and choices: Congress on SC’s same sex marriage verdict

Congress is studying the different judgments of the five-judge bench, says Jairam Ramesh; adds that the Congress is a party of inclusion and firmly believes in non-discriminatory processes

The Hindu

Amit Shah digs up communal incident at Chhattisgarh campaign meet

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused Chhattisgarh's Bhupesh Baghel govt of lynching a youth for "appeasement and vote bank politics". Congress demanded EC take action and accused Shah of trying to communalise polls. BJP fielded victim's father from Saja constituency. Congress called it inflammatory & demanded EC take action.

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Adani group likely overbilled coal consumers by 12,000 crore: Congress

Congress alleges Adani group behind biggest scam in modern India; Jairam Ramesh claims Rs 12,000 crore siphoned out of country; BJP accused of helping Adani acquire assets; Adani denies wrongdoing.

The Hindu

Seven-judge Bench agrees to take a call on giving Money Bill case priority

Supreme Court sets up seven-judge Bench headed by CJI Chandrachud to hear petitions challenging Modi govt's passing of key Bills as Money Bills, denying Rajya Sabha opportunity to discuss or pass amendments. Also to decide if fundamental rights subservient to parliamentary privileges.

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RTI fast moving onto 'RIP/Om Shanti' status under Modi government: Jairam Ramesh

On the 18th anniversary of the enactment of the Right to Information Act (RTI), the Congress alleged that the Modi government has continually made attempts to weaken the law, dilute its provisions, appoint the “PM’s drumbeaters” as its Commissioners and reject requests.

The Hindu

Congress slams the Modi government for transferring CAG officials

Congress accuses govt of intimidating CAG officers who exposed corruption in schemes; demands transfer orders be revoked. Modi govt accused of mafia-style tactics to silence those who expose corruption. CAG report showed 1400% cost inflation & tendering irregularities in Dwarka Expressway, faulty bidding practices & 60% cost inflation in Bharatmala.

The Hindu

Government's liberal import policy cause of worry for farmers: Congress

Congress Gen. Sec. Jairam Ramesh claims Modi gov's liberal import policy causing "huge crisis" for farmers. Soyabean sold below MSP in MP & Rajasthan. Milk prices falling due to import of cheap palm oil, leading to losses for farmers. MP & Rajasthan polls next month.

The Hindu

Rahul acted in consonance with people's sentiment on caste census, leadership endorsed it: Congress

The Congress on Monday said Rahul Gandhi decided to take forward the demand for a caste census by the backward class people he met during the Bharat Jodo Yatra and the party leadership has endorsed this move.

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Budget deficit in MGNREGS an indicator of the deepening rural distress: Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh: MGNREGS budget exhausted in six months of the current financial year, indicating "deepening rural distress" and “rising inequality". Modi government’s priorities seen in 48% SUV sales, while digitisation used to discourage demand for MGNREGA.

The Hindu

Rahul Gandhi as Ravan and PM Modi as ‘Biggest Liar’: Congress, BJP engage in poster war on social media platforms

Congress accuses BJP of inciting violence against Rahul Gandhi, citing their X post depicting him as a new-age Ravan. Congress leaders Venugopal & Ramesh call it “shameful” & “dangerous”. Youth Congress chief retaliates with a poster of Modi as a demon. #IndiaInDanger

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Congress accuses PM Modi of abandoning people of Manipur

Congress accuses PM Modi of being silent on Manipur situation, claims no marked improvement. PM Modi accused of abandoning people of State, Home Minister Shah visiting after being relieved of Karnataka election duties. Social harmony broken, violent crimes emerge, thousands in relief camps.

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INDIA bloc cites Bihar data to reiterate demand for nationwide caste census

Reacting to the release of the Bihar caste survey, Rahul Gandhi on October 2 reiterated that the rights of a community should be in proportion to its numbers in a society.

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Government carrying out 'planned euthanasia' of MGNREGA: Congress

The Congress accused the Centre of carrying out a “planned euthanasia” of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme by “inordinately delaying” the funding of social audits, claiming this results in compromising the process which is used by the government to deny funds to the States.

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Modi government crushed hopes of youth, leading to suicides: Congress

Congress attacks Modi government over unemployment; alleges manipulation of NCRB data. Congress claims data from EPFO, Azim Premji University and CMIE show formal sector employment down and PM's rozgar melas a "mockery" of government functioning.

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SEBI is ‘reluctant’ to probe allegations against the Adani Group, Congress alleges

Congress alleges SEBI reluctant to probe Adani Group; reiterates demand for JPC probe to bring out truth. Citing news report, Jairam Ramesh claims “stench of illegality” around Adani-linked shell company Opal Investment

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'Absolutely shocking': Cong slams govt for reducing NEET PG qualifying percentile to zero

Congress calls Centre’s decision to reduce NEET PG 2023 qualifying percentile to zero "shocking". Government U-turn from stand taken in HC last year.

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Ordinary households, small businesses hit due to high unemployment and inflation: Jairam Ramesh

Jairam Ramesh said no matter how much the Modi government hides the data, the reality is that the vast majority of people are suffering.

The Hindu

Jairam Ramesh writes to RS Chairman Dhankhar on 'political sloganeering' from visitor's gallery, demands action

Mr. Ramesh said that despite the Rajya Sabha’s stringent security measures, a group of people was able to indulge in political sloganeering. “This incident occurred in clear violation of Rule 264, which explicitly outlines the conduct expected of individuals in the Visitor’s Gallery during parliamentary sessions,” his letter stated.

The Hindu

INDIA seeks probe into sloganeering from House gallery

Opposition parties write to Rajya Sabha Chairman, demand action against MPs who facilitated entry of visitors who raised slogans in gallery during debate on Women's Reservation Bill. MPs responsible for visitors' conduct to face consequences. Presiding officers urged to not help govt by bending rules.

The Hindu

Congress takes a swipe at new Parliament building design, BJP hits back

Congress and BJP in war of words over new Parliament building; Jairam Ramesh calls it "Modi Multiplex" or "Modi Marriot"; BJP president J.P. Nadda labels Congress as "anti-Parliament" party; Giriraj Singh demands "dynastic dens" be assessed and rationalised.

The Hindu

Congress calls for ‘intensive diplomatic’ dialogue with Canada to resolve the serious issue

Congress urges India, Canada to engage in intensive diplomatic engagement to resolve serious issue; stresses on ensuring security for Indian students/professionals in Canada; reiterates fight against terrorism must be uncompromising.

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Muslim MP called ‘terrorist, pimp’ by BJP member inside India’s parliament

BJP’s Ramesh Bhiduri makes Islamophobic and threatening remarks against Kunwar Danish Ali during a debate.

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