Mahatma Gandhi
Indian independence activist (1869–1948)
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Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist and political ethicist who employed nonviolent resistance to lead the successful campaign for India's independence from British rule. He inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahātmā, first applied to him in South Africa in 1914, is now used throughout the world.
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DNA Exclusive: Smriti Irani has advantage in Amethi, but sympathy for Gandhi family could be decisiveFor the first time since 1999, a non-Gandhi family member will be contesting under the Congress banner, as the party has fielded KL Sharma in AmethiDNA - Published | |
After 40 years in Gandhi family borough, Rajiv's 'high potential boy' is Congress pickKishori Lal Sharma is the first of the cadre of youngsters recruited by Rajiv Gandhi who, new to politics in 1983, had the idea of creating a team of young ideologues who would provide feedback on the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
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'I would still want a Gandhi to fight from the seat,' says Congress's Amethi bet Kishori Lal SharmaIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Rahul has abandoned Amethi': BJP sharpens attack after Congress picks Gandhi from Rae BareliKishori Lal Sharma replaces Rahul in Amethi. Smriti Irani defeated Rahul. Nominations close on May 20 for the fifth phase of elections.IndiaTimes - Published | End of an era: Amethi sees first non-Gandhi contender in 25 yearsIndiaTimes - Published |
'Most dubious track record': India slams Pakistan over remarks at UNGAIndia condemns Pakistan's 'dubious track record', rebukes negative remarks by Pakistan's UN envoy on Kashmir. Kamboj emphasizes terrorism's opposition to peace, referencing Mahatma Gandhi's Ahimsa..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress workers hold sit-in, demand Gandhi family member as Amethi candidateIndiaTimes - Published |
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PMLA adjudicating authority upholds assets attachment of Congress-held Associated Journal LimitedED upholds Rs 750 crore attachment linked to Sonia Gandhi and Rahul's Young Indian. Properties include National Herald. Gandhis questioned and on bail. Investigation based on court-issued process.IndiaTimes - Published | Here, Gandhi shook Raj with saltGandhi's momentous Salt Satyagraha at Saifee Villa, Dandi, sparked Civil Disobedience Movement, challenging British rule. The historic bungalow stands as a national treasure, symbolizing India's fight..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Sleeping after taking opium?': Kharge's jibe at PM Modi on India-China standoffCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the India-China border issue, asking whether the PM has been "sleeping after consuming opium" while China "entered"..IndiaTimes - Published | Party flags conspicuously absent at Rahul roadshow, CPM takes a digCPM criticized Congress for the absence of party flags during Rahul Gandhi's Wayanad roadshow. Instead, activists held placards with Gandhi's images. M V Govindan and MLA T Siddique shared their..IndiaTimes - Published |
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Mahatma Gandhi Death Anniversary: Key events following Father of the Nation's assassination and trialJanuary 30 commemorates the death of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, who was assassinated on this day in 1948 by Nathuram Godse.DNA - Published | Those who glorify Godse will not be allowed to define idea of India: Congress on Martyrs' DayOn Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary, Congress paid tributes to the father of the nation and condemned the glorification of his assassin Nathuram Godse. Rahul Gandhi emphasised the importance of..IndiaTimes - Published |
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Congress collects Rs 10.15 crores donation amount under the 'Donate for Desh' campaignThe Congress party's crowdfunding campaign 'Donate for Desh' has collected Rs 10.15 crores in donations with the maximum donations coming from Telangana and Haryana. The campaign, inspired by the..IndiaTimes - Published | Smriti Irani accuses Gandhis of land grabbing in Amethi, says they 'rented 30 acres for...'Irani alleged that the Gandhis 'rented 30 acres of land for just Rs 600' and claimed they 'usurped' land from farmers in the name of 'industrialisation.'DNA - Published |
'BJP's apathy and blatant disregard ...': K'taka Deputy CM Shivakumar on Sakshi Malik's retirementGandhi, after meeting the protesting wrestlers, assured them of her full support and said that she would stand in their fight till last.DNA - Published | Prashant Kishor says he finds himself 'closer to Congress ideology'Prashant Kishor, a poll strategist-turned politician, formally admits his alignment with Congress' ideology. Speculations arise regarding his potential joining of the Congress. Key grand alliance..IndiaTimes - Published |
