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Ramesh likens Parl. to N Korea's assembly, criticises BJP MPs' Modi ... Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh strongly criticised the BJP-led government, comparing India’s Parliament to the Supreme People's Assembly in North Korea. In a detailed interview with PTI, Ramesh expressed his discomfort at what he described as the “excessive and relentless” praise showered upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi by BJP MPs, suggesting that the spectacle often felt less like democratic deliberation and more like orchestrated adulation in a totalitarian regime. “Sometimes I get the impression that I’m sitting in Parliament of North Korea,” Ramesh said, evoking images of the SPA where members rise in unison to hail their supreme leader. He elaborated, “Whatever the subject, whatever the issue, 90 per cent of the speech will be praising the prime minister. Nothing to do with the bill, nothing to do with the subject at hand. It is always Modi, Modi, Modi — table thumping, sloganeering, and chants the moment he walks in.” Ramesh drew a historical contrast to underscore the unprecedented nature of this phenomenon. Referring to moments of national triumph in India’s past, such as the sur…

'Good friends - Modi and Trump destroying India, world': Mallikarjun ... Prime Minister Narendra Modi (L), US President Donald Trump and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge (R). Credit: @NarendraModi/YT via PTI Photo, Reuters and PTI Photos Taking a dig at Prime MinisterNarendra Modiand US PresidentDonald Trump, Congress PresidentMallikarjun Khargeon Sunday claimed the two leaders, who call themselves 'good friends', were destroying their respective domains - one, the country, the other the world. Kharge claimed that there was 'loot' in the name of religion and targeted the BJP over allegations of embezzlement of funds linked to the Ram Temple trust in Ayodhya. Kharge demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and attacked the Modi government over the conduct of the NEET examination, accusing it of 'betraying' students and parents. He was addressing a mega convention where B K Hariprasad assumed charge as Karnataka Congress President. The Congress President, "Modi is destroying the country. Trump is destroying the whole world. Both of them call themselves good friends. Both good friends—you are bringing a bad name to the country, and people are…

Jairam Ramesh accuses centre of "calibrated capitulation" to China over ... ANI Congress leader Jairam Ramesh New Delhi: Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday accused the Centre of continuing what he termed a "calibrated capitulation" to China after reports that four Chinese-linked power equipment firms had been allowed to bid for certain government power projects . In a post on X, Ramesh criticised the government's reported decision, alleging that it came despite ongoing border tensions , trade imbalances and security concerns involving China. "The Modi Govt's calibrated capitulation to China continues even as India 's trade deficit with that country reaches record levels, destroying large sections of our industry specially MSMEs," Ramesh said. He further alleged that China's actions concerning Arunachal Pradesh, the Brahmaputra River, and Eastern Ladakh continued unabated. Source: X Live Events "China's provocative actions in relation to Arunachal Pradesh are unabated. The world's largest hydroelectric project in Medog continues, imperilling India's water security in relation to the Brahmaputra. India's traditional patrolling and herding rights in many places in Eastern Ladakh hav…

Congress targets PM over Rubio remarks on India buying USD 500bn goods ... The Congress on Sunday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s statement that India has committed to buying USD 500 billion worth of American goods over the next five years and that PM Modi was going the extra mile to appease his “good friend” US President Donald Trump. AICC general secretary in-charge of communications, Jairam Ramesh sought answers from the Union government over why it showed “no courage” to renounce what he termed an “anti-people” and “dangerous” trade deal with the US, like countries such as Malaysia had done. Ramesh also questioned why the Modi government had agreed to receive imports from the US when the PM had on record asked citizens to cut down on domestic fuel consumption and overseas travel to save foreign exchange. He asked if this surge in imports will not further cause the Rupee to depreciate. “On May 10, 2025, it was US Secretary of State Marco Rubio who first made the announcement of the ceasefire that brought Operation Sindoor to an unexpected halt. He had claimed that it was the intervention by President Trump that made the ceasefi…

ANI06 Jul 2026, 02:27 GMT+10 New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): India on Saturday hit back at Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif over his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving Seychelles' 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' Presidential Distinction, saying he was 'mentally unstable' and makes 'silly comments' on matters he had little knowledge of. The sources in the government said Khawaja Asif being mentally unstable is a 'known fact'. 'That he could be entrusted with his current responsibility says much about today's Pakistan. Clearly, he has no day job and passes time by making silly comments on matters of which he has little knowledge. Envy is always a bad motivation, particularly so from someone steeped in hate speech,' government sources added. The response came after Asif had questioned the legitimacy of the honour which was given to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Seychelles. PM Modi was conferred Seychelles' newly instituted 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' Presidential Distinction during his visit to the island nation. The honour was bestowed in recognition of his commitment to environmental conservation and advancing the aspirations of Small Island Developing…

'Many will get their sleep disturbed': Modi's veiled jibe at Congress ... Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday made a veiled jibe at the Congress over the presence of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and local Congress MP Shashi Tharoor at the inauguration of Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram. "I would like to tell the Chief Minister, who is a strong pillar of the INDI alliance. Shashi Tharoor is also present here. Many people will get their sleep disturbed by today's event." Kerala: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "I would also like to say to the Chief Minister, you are a very strong pillar of the INDI alliance. Shashi Tharoor is also seated here. And today’s event is going to leave many people sleepless..."pic.twitter.com/0OX0JMrv4P The inauguration of the Rs. 8,800-crore worth seaport saw the presence of Vijayan and Tharoor, who are from the Left and Congress respectively. While the ruling Left is opposed to the Congress in Kerala, both the camps are in the INDIA bloc which challenges Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in national politics. Tharoor receives PM Modi at Thiruvananthapuram Airport Raising eyeb…

Melody video: Congress tears into Modi over viral clip, says PM making ... News Desk Last Updated: 20 May 2026, 10:30 PM IST Share Rahul Gandhi attacks PM Modi over Italy toffee video; Congress and BJP exchange sharp remarks on economy, governance and global image. Rahul Gandhi, Narendra Modi | Photo: ANI New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi after Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni posted a video showing him gifting her a packet of toffees. Gandhi said, "This isn't leadership, it's a gimmick." He made the remarks while on a visit to Raebareli and Amethi, alleging that ordinary citizens were facing severe distress while the Prime Minister projected a contrasting public image. He said, "At a time farmers, labourers, traders and others in the country are all in tears, the prime minister is laughing and making reels while BJP folks are clapping along," adding, "An economic storm is raging over our heads, and our prime minister is busy handing out candies in Italy!" Speaking to reporters while boarding a car, Gandhi said, "The youth are in depression, NEET has been cancelled, gas and petrol prices are continuously rising, infla…

'Modi Destroying India, Trump The World; Both Call Themselves Good ... ETV Bharat / bharat ‘Modi Destroying India, Trump The World; Both Call Themselves Good Friends’, Claims Kharge The AICC President attacked the Modi government over the conduct of the NEET examination, accusing it of "betraying" students and parents. File photo of AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge ( PTI ) By PTI Published : June 21, 2026 at 6:37 PM IST 4 Min Read Bengaluru: Taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday claimed the two leaders, who call themselves "good friends," were destroying their respective domains—one, the country, the other the world. Targeting the BJP over allegations of embezzlement of funds linked to the Ram Temple trust in Ayodhya, he claimed there was "loot" in the name of religion. Kharge attacked the Modi government over the conduct of the NEET examination, accusing it of "betraying" students and parents, and demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He was addressing a mega convention here where B K Hariprasad assumed charge as Karnataka Congress president. "Modi is destroying …

Kharge criticizes Modi government over China's influence on India Arunachal Pradesh Mallikarjun Kharge accuses Modi government of surrendering India’s interests to China after Galwan clash TNM (With ANI Inputs) | Published On: Jul 9, 2026 ANI Photo | Mallikarjun Kharge accuses Modi government of surrendering India’s interests to China after Galwan clash Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Narendra Modi-led government on July 9 of surrendering India’s interests to China in the six years following the Galwan Valley clash. He stated that Beijing has strengthened its control over several strategic sectors of the Indian economy, despite the sacrifice of 20 Indian soldiers in 2020. In a post on X, Kharge contended that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had given China a “clean chit” after the Galwan clash. He said India’s increasing reliance on Chinese imports across industries such as pharmaceuticals, electric vehicles, solar energy, and critical minerals demonstrated a failure in the government’s economic and strategic policies. Also Read Haaland expects Rooney to row after Norway beat Brazil in World Cup round of 16 Janhvi Kapoor’s mehendi features name of rumoured boyfriend…

Sanatan Dharma Remark: PM Modi addresses row, says 'needs proper ... Prime MinisterNarendra Modiaddressed Udhayanidhi Stalin's ‘Sanatan Dharma’ remark, which has caused a stir amid political circles in India. PM Modi said Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's "Sanatana Dharma" remark needs ‘ proper response’. Prime Minister Modi's remarks come a day after Udhayanidhi Stalin flagged President of IndiaDroupadi Murmunot being invited to inauguration of new Parliamnet building, as an example of discrimination by the practioners of Sanatan Dharma. He has repeatedly said he is ready to face any legal action for his comments. There are reports that attempts are being made to get the Tamil Nadu Governor's sanction to initiate action against him. Earlier in the day, an FIR was registered here against DMK leaderUdhayanidhiStalin and Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's son Priyank Kharge for allegedly outraging religious feelings, police said on Wednesday. Stalin was booked for his call to eradicateSanatan Dharmaand Kharge for backing his remark, they said. The two were booked under sections 295 A (deliberate and malicious acts to outrage religious feelings) and 153 A (promoting …

PM Modi behaving like North Korean leader Kim Jong-un ... - Devdiscourse PM Modi behaving like North Korean leader Kim Jong-un: Anand Sharma Devdiscourse News Desk | Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | Updated: 23-04-2019 23:37 IST | Created: 23-04-2019 20:52 IST Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is behaving like the supreme leader of North Korea Kim Jong-un. Country: India SHARE Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is behaving like the supreme leader of North Korea Kim Jong-un. Addressing media persons here, Sharma said: "Recently Prime Minister Modi said that India was ready with 18 nuclear missiles to be used. No President or Prime Minister of any nation would disclose such sensitive matters but Modi ji has been giving such irresponsible statements for so long." "There are only one nation and leader in the world -- Kim Jong-un who is known for such statements on nuclear weapons and it seems PM Modi is behaving like him," he said. "It would be disgraceful and unfortunate for a democratic country like India that a prime minister is comparing himself with such countries," he added. He furt…

'Modi destroying India, Trump the world; both call themselves good ... Bengaluru: Taking a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday claimed the two leaders, who call themselves "good friends," were destroying their respective domains-one, the country, the other the world. Targeting the BJP over allegations of embezzlement of funds linked to the Ram Temple trust in Ayodhya, he claimed there was "loot" in the name of religion. Kharge attacked the Modi government over the conduct of the NEET examination, accusing it of "betraying" students and parents, and demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He was addressing a mega convention here where B K Hariprasad assumed charge as Karnataka Congress president. "Modi is destroying the country. Trump is destroying the whole world. Both of them call themselves good friends. Both good friends-you are bringing a bad name to the country, and people are suffering because of both of you," Kharge claimed. Blaming Trump for rising fuel prices, he claimed, "India followed a policy of non-alignment since Nehru's time and maintained good relations…

'India's reputation suffers': Cong hits out at PM Modi as passport ranking slips to 125th Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has sharply criticized the Modi government, citing India's declining passport rankings and increased passport fees. He questioned the government's claims of enhanced global respect, pointing to a drop in rankings and stagnant foreign tourist arrivals. Kharge alleged that citizens are paying more for subpar services, impacting India's international standing.

Modi Meloni Melody toffee row: Congress attacks PM over Rome gesture ... A day after a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifting a packet of the popular Indian candyMelody to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during his visit to Romewent viral, the Congress on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Prime Minister, accusing him of being insensitive to the hardships faced by people in India amid rising inflation and the ongoing oil and gas crisis triggered by the Middle East conflict. The chief Opposition party targeted PM Modi over the gesture, saying the Prime Minister appeared more focused on optics and public relations abroad while people back home were struggling with soaring prices of essential commodities and fuel. Sharing a video on its X handle, the Congress mocked the Prime Minister with the slogan "M for Melody", saying the "M" did not stand for "Mehngai" (inflation), despite the growing burden on ordinary citizens. "The people of the country are spending their lives in poverty. Modi is distributing 'Melody' in Italy," the Congress captioned the post. The remarks came against the backdrop of concerns over global energy supplies following tensions in the Middl…