Union minister Kiren Rijiju has escalated the BJP’s allegations over Rahul Gandhi’s foreign travel, calling the questions about trips and their funding “very serious.” Rijiju urged Gandhi and the Congress to disclose required travel details to concerned authorities to avoid potential legal action, citing rules for MPs to inform parliamentary and foreign affairs bodies in advance. He referenced the FCRA framework around accepting foreign hospitality and said Gandhi’s “unannounced” visits remain unclarified.
Rahul Gandhi reacted sharply to the death of 21-year-old Ritik Mishra, a NEET aspirant in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri, whose family alleged he hanged himself after the NEET-UG exam was cancelled amid paper leak allegations. Calling it “murder by the system,” Gandhi questioned how many such deaths it would take to bring accountability, citing data on scams, cancellations, and near-zero punishment. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also condemned exam corruption.
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Rahul Gandhi intensified his attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of “bargaining” for Gautam Adani’s relief in the US instead of delivering an India-US trade deal. The comments come after Reuters and other reports said the US Justice Department is close to dropping criminal fraud charges against Adani, amid his pledged $10 billion US investment. Separately, Bloomberg reported an SEC settlement: Adani and his nephew would pay $18 million, pending court approval.
After Congress named V D Satheesan as Kerala chief minister, internal dissent quickly surfaced. Senior leader Ramesh Chennithala, who had been considered for the top role, told Rahul Gandhi that party norms and his seniority were overlooked. He then made the disagreement public by skipping the Congress Legislature Party meeting in Thiruvananthapuram where Satheesan was elected leader. K C Venugopal backed the high command’s decision, pledged full support to Satheesan’s government, and defended the party’s stance despite criticism online from supporters.
EU heads of missions met Rahul Gandhi and Salman Khurshid, focusing on the EU-India strategic partnership described as “thriving.” The meeting also covered shifting geopolitical dynamics in India and globally. It forms part of the EU’s broader outreach to Indian political parties, signaling continued interest in how India’s internal politics may shape cooperation with Europe.
The BJP has challenged Rahul Gandhi to explain how his foreign travel was funded, alleging a mismatch between his reported income and trip expenses. Party spokesperson Sambit Patra claims Gandhi made 54 international trips over 22 years, costing around Rs 60 crore, and says the figures don’t add up. The demand centers on transparency over funding sources.
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After nearly 10 days of suspense and backroom factional warfare, Congress has officially named six-time MLA VD Satheesan as Kerala’s next chief minister. The decision overrides growing speculation around Rahul Gandhi’s ally KC Venugopal amid mounting pressure from party cadre and allies, signaling how internal forces ultimately shaped the leadership outcome.
Congress says it will announce its Kerala chief minister on Thursday after a meeting between party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. The decision comes amid internal debate over who should lead and mounting pressure from allies. Political maneuvering has intensified in Wayanad, where a poster campaign is adding to the momentum and complicating consensus.
Congress will announce its choice for Kerala’s next chief minister on Thursday after days of intense lobbying and internal discussions. The timing follows a meeting between Rahul Gandhi and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The announcement also comes about ten days after the UDF secured a major victory in Kerala’s assembly elections, ending a political suspense period.
Rahul Gandhi met Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge as party leaders finalize Kerala’s next chief minister after the United Democratic Front’s strong win. Multiple senior figures are competing for the top role, and a decision is expected soon. The delay is reportedly influenced by Sonia Gandhi’s health, adding uncertainty to the final call.
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Even after sweeping Kerala, Congress in Wayanad is seeing visible internal cracks. Posters targeting Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra appeared outside the Congress office, warning them to “forget Wayanad.” The anger is linked to the party’s delay in naming the next chief minister, raising questions about unity in the Congress-led UDF stronghold.
Rahul Gandhi met Kerala Congress leadership to assess options for choosing the next Chief Minister. In the discussions, he asked for feedback on prominent contenders, with leaders indicating preferences among KC Venugopal, VD Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala. Meanwhile, the Indian Union Muslim League is set to share its viewpoint, adding another layer to the decision process amid ongoing public advocacy.
Rahul Gandhi has formally opposed the committee selection process for the next CBI director, alleging the government withheld crucial information about candidates. He dismissed the process as a “mere formality,” refused to participate in what he called a biased exercise, and warned that the opposition’s role is not a rubber stamp.
Congress’s commanding win in Kerala’s Assembly election has been overshadowed by a leadership deadlock. Even after the UDF secured a clear mandate, naming the next Chief Minister has stalled as competing factions push for different contenders, with a Delhi meeting failing to bridge the divide between senior leadership and local claimants.
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Rahul Gandhi attacked West Bengal’s recent appointments, alleging they were driven by the BJP with the Election Commission’s involvement. Using the phrase “chor bazaar,” he implied a perverse incentive structure where larger wrongdoing leads to larger rewards. The remark escalates Congress’s political pressure on state governance and election-linked institutions, setting up sharper confrontations ahead.
Congress’ Kerala leadership is set to meet Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi on Tuesday to finalise the state Chief Minister choice. The meeting comes after days of internal deliberations following the United Democratic Front’s sweeping win in the assembly elections. Key contenders include senior leaders such as VD Satheesan, KC Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala, with a final decision expected today.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s austerity push, arguing it is needed amid global economic strain. They criticised Rahul Gandhi’s reaction to the move, stressing responsible governance as India faces inflation pressures and rising oil prices.
A Sultanpur court has granted Rahul Gandhi’s defamation case complainant a final chance to file a revision petition, adjouring the matter to May 21. The complainant’s lawyer plans to challenge an earlier order linked to evidence verification, including a voice sample match. Gandhi, who has faced the case since 2018, maintains his innocence.
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Chennai-based mutual fund distributor Muthukrishnan Dhandapani went viral on X after saying he has advised Rahul Gandhi on mutual fund investments since 2013. A former BJP supporter, Dhandapani claims Gandhi separates politics from professionalism, treating him as a respectful long-term client. The revelation has raised eyebrows about how finance networks intersect with Indian politics.
Chennai-based mutual fund distributor Muthukrishnan Dhandapani, who manages Rahul Gandhi’s investments, says he stopped taking new clients about ten years ago. The advisor claims this decision likely cost him a tenfold rise in income, but he chose a strictly professional approach—avoiding favours and valuing contentment over scaling his business.
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