Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's statement that PM Modi raised concerns about civilian sailors with US President Trump has drawn criticism from his own party, with spokesperson Pawan Khera suggesting Tharoor can "hear what Modi doesn't even say."
BJP national president Nitin Nabin began a three-day visit to Punjab, starting with prayers at the Golden Temple. The visit aims to energize party workers and strengthen grassroots structures for the 2027 Assembly elections, with plans to contest all 117 seats.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor clarified his remarks praising PM Modi's handling of sailor attacks, stating he referred to "widely published reports." Party colleague Pawan Khera had mocked Tharoor, suggesting he could "hear what Modi doesn't even say," as official readouts of Modi's meeting with Trump did not mention the issue.
Om Prakash Rajbhar, a UP minister and SBSP chief, claims the Samajwadi Party (SP) is heading for a split. He predicts Akhilesh Yadav will step aside for Shivpal Singh Yadav to lead the party, drawing parallels to Shiv Sena and Trinamool Congress. Rajbhar also alleged some SP leaders are in touch with the BJP.
Congress workers in Varanasi celebrated Rahul Gandhi's birthday by depicting him as Lord Parshuram and pouring milk on his photo. The BJP accused Congress of disrespecting Hindu faith and appropriating religious symbols for political messaging.
The BJP seized on Shashi Tharoor's praise for PM Modi's diplomacy, particularly regarding the PM-Trump meet and the safety of Indian seafarers. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari accused Rahul Gandhi of speaking against India's national interest, contrasting it with Modi's stance.
Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Indian government for rising inflation, stating the BJP is "busy shopping" for politicians while citizens cannot afford basic necessities. He highlighted high retail and food inflation, medical inflation, a weakening rupee, and youth unemployment.
Supporters of Trinamool and BJP clashed outside Kolkata airport on Friday night, causing panic among passengers and massive traffic snarls. BJP supporters allegedly planned to target Abhishek Banerjee with rotten eggs, while TMC sources claimed some carried firearms. The altercation involved physical blows and hurling of objects.
BJP leaders BY Vijayendra and R Ashoka summoned to Delhi on June 23 over cross-voting by NDA legislators in Karnataka legislative council elections. Congress won five of seven seats despite NDA's assembly strength.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) alleged a BJP supporter with weapons attempted to target Abhishek Banerjee at Kolkata airport, calling it a possible assassination attempt. The party accused the BJP-led administration of failing law and order.
An 18-year-old NEET aspirant, Avantika Maurya, died from injuries sustained after falling from the third floor of a residential building in Indore. Investigators are probing whether it was suicide or an accident, considering her past suicide attempt and recent exam cancellation.
TMC leader Vijay Singh was pelted with eggs outside Asansol court on Friday, with protesters shouting "chor, chor". This follows a similar incident on June 18 where former minister Udayan Guha was egged outside Dinhata Police Station.
BJP leadership summoned Karnataka leaders to Delhi due to alleged cross-voting by its MLAs in the state legislative council elections, where the ruling Congress secured five of seven seats. Sources indicate 11 NDA MLAs allegedly cross-voted, displeasing the BJP high command.
The BJP-led NDA has won 19 of 26 Rajya Sabha seats, increasing its strength to 150. The alliance is now 13 seats short of a two-thirds majority, with potential further gains from TMC and AAP splits. Opposition INDIA bloc secured six seats.
The BJP claims the ruling alliance in Jharkhand is fractured following a Congress defeat in Rajya Sabha polls, attributing it to cross-voting and alleging 'loot and corruption' by the bloc. Alliance partners are exchanging accusations of betrayal and being 'sold out'.
An NDA-backed independent candidate, Parimal Nathwani, secured a Rajya Sabha seat from Jharkhand, defeating Congress's nominee and exposing cracks within the INDIA bloc. In Mizoram, the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) comfortably won the state's lone Upper House seat.
J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah faces growing demands from within his National Conference (NC) party to expand his cabinet, nearly two years after taking office. Opposition BJP claims expansion could lead to government collapse, while NC members cite performance issues and departmental overload.
The ruling Congress secured five out of seven seats in Karnataka's legislative council elections, exceeding expectations due to alleged cross-voting from BJP and JD(S) members. BJP won two seats, while JD(S) lost its candidate. The results are seen as a boost for CM D.K. Shivakumar's government.
NDA-backed Independent Parimal Nathwani secured one of the two Rajya Sabha seats from Jharkhand, defeating Congress candidate Pranav in a close contest. The ruling JMM candidate Baidyanath Ram won the other seat. The election saw cross-voting and invalid votes, leading to accusations of betrayal from the Congress.
Speculation about a Trinamool Congress-Congress merger has sparked debate on whether leaders like Mamata Banerjee and Sharad Pawar should return to the Congress to strengthen the opposition against the BJP. While the BJP's rise has made opposition unity crucial, a merger faces practical challenges and risks diluting regional parties' identities. The INDIA bloc model of cooperation while retaining separate identities is suggested as a more viable path.
BJP leaders and ally Om Prakash Rajbhar claim significant unrest within the Samajwadi Party (SP), with Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya asserting multiple SP MPs are ready to leave. Rajbhar alleges a rebel faction will emerge, fueled by an incident at the SP office, and advises Akhilesh Yadav to focus on saving his MPs rather than social media.
West Bengal BJP leader Agnimitra Paul described recent egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders as 'deemocracy,' reflecting public anger over alleged corruption and misgovernance. The incidents, including one outside Mamata Banerjee's residence, highlight growing resentment against the ruling party.
Jharkhand's Rajya Sabha elections are set for a close contest as the INDIA bloc, with 56 MLAs, faces a challenge from the BJP-backed independent candidate Parimal Nathwani, who needs just 4 cross-votes to potentially upset the ruling coalition's expected win of two seats. Both camps are employing 'hotel politics' and mock polls to ensure MLA unity and prevent cross-voting, reminiscent of recent upsets in Bihar and Odisha.
A violent sand mining turf war in Chhattisgarh's Koriya district resulted in a triple murder. One man was burnt alive inside a luxury SUV, and two others died from injuries after a suspected planned ambush. Police suspect a tipper truck rammed the SUV, trapping occupants before it caught fire.
