The Congress leader posted a video on X urging the Prime Minister to select any venue for an unscripted discussion before journalists and young citizens. Gandhi proposed examining subjects such as a deal with the United States, the financial system, Jeffrey Epstein, and the closure of the Adani case. He also invited Modi to file a defamation suit, citing his existing record of facing dozens of similar legal actions. In response, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju dismissed the debate call by asserting that high-level exchanges are meant solely for mature individuals.
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Opposition leadership continues to challenge the ruling administration over controversial…: Opposition leadership continues to challenge the ruling administration over controversial claims involving foreign ties and corporate relations.
Rahul Gandhi expressed readiness to face additional defamation litigation regarding his s…: Rahul Gandhi expressed readiness to face additional defamation litigation regarding his statements concerning external assistance to the Prime Minister.
Ruling party officials rejected the invitation by questioning the maturity and credibilit…: Ruling party officials rejected the invitation by questioning the maturity and credibility of the opposition leader's public political discourse.
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Rahul dares PM again for debate on 'foreign links, US deal and Adani case'.
NEW DELHI: Turning his Diwali greeting into another political jab, leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday renewed his challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to face him in an open debate, saying 24 hours had passed since he dared the PM.In a video shared on X, Rahul began by telling the Prime Minister, “Happy Diwali, Modi ji,” before urging him to choose any venue for a public discussion.“24 hours have passed, Modi ji. I challenged you. You say that the opposition is anti-national. Pick any stage, any venue, and debate me,” Rahul said.“Who is the anti-national? Who has connections with foreign forces? And what kind of connections are they? Do it as soon as possible, don't be afraid,” he added.The Congress leaders remarks came 24 hours after he challenged the Prime Minister to an open debate on the allegations, claiming that he would not dare to accept it.
Rahul proposed that the debate be held in the presence of the media…
Record voter participation among Palestinian citizens of Israel secured them 19 parliamentary seats following intense existential fears sparked by the war in Gaza. However, this historic political mobilization occurred against a backdrop of severe hostility, including campaign platforms advocating for the expulsion of Arab citizens. The climate was further intensified by mainstream political leaders using public messaging to isolate minorities and challenge the legitimacy of their votes.
Justices are stepping in after lower courts delivered conflicting rulings on whether the protest group was lawfully designated as a terrorist organization under counterterrorism legislation. The outcome will decide the legal boundaries between political dissent and national security, following nationwide civil unrest and thousands of public arrests. Part of the two-day appeal will take place in secret to examine sensitive evidence.
Justices are stepping in after lower courts delivered conflicting rulings on whether the protest group was lawfully designated as a terrorist organization under counterterrorism legislation. The outcome will decide the legal boundaries between political dissent and national security, following nationwide civil unrest and thousands of public arrests. Part of the two-day appeal will take place in secret to examine sensitive evidence.