NEW DELHI, India — A political row has erupted between the BJP and Congress over the singing of the national song Vande Mataram at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi on Independence Day. The dispute followed a video from the August 15 flag-hoisting ceremony that showed senior Congress leaders making gestures during the performance.
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Rahul Gandhi Announces Chhatron Ki Goonj Event for Girls in Pune
NEW DELHI, India — Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday announced that the next Chhatron Ki Goonj event will be held in Pune on August 22 and will be exclusively for girls. The announcement comes after student-led protests in Delhi over paper leaks, examination irregularities and rising fees.
Rahul Gandhi, Kharge Raise Fresh Questions Over China Activity in Arunachal Pradesh
NEW DELHI, India: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and party president Mallikarjun Kharge have questioned the Centre over reports of increased Chinese activity in Arunachal Pradesh, including alleged changes in Indian Army patrolling and access to sensitive border areas. The Congress leaders sought answers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Senate Committee Votes to Hold Anthony Fauci in Contempt of Congress After He Invokes Fifth Amendment
Republicans on the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted on Thursday to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination during a contentious hearing held last week. The resolution passed by an 8-5 party-line vote, escalating a long-running political dispute over Fauci’s role during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Progressive Challenger Donavan McKinney Defeats Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar in Michigan Primary
Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar has lost his primary election in Michigan to state Rep. Donavan McKinney, according to an NBC News projection, delivering another major victory for the Democratic Party’s progressive wing in its efforts to challenge established incumbents.
Democrats Overtake Republicans on Economy in Reuters/Ipsos Poll as Trump’s Approval Rating Slips
For the first time in nearly a decade, American voters have given Democrats a slight edge over Republicans on handling the U.S. economy, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll released on August 3. The survey also found that President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 35%, highlighting growing public concerns over the economy ahead of November’s congressional midterm elections.