Shashi Tharoor

Indian politician, diplomat, author and member of congress

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Shashi Tharoor is a politician and public intellectual who has been serving as Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, since 2009. He is the present Chairman of the Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers. He was formerly an Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and unsuccessfully ran for the post of Secretary-General in 2006. Founder-Chairman of All India Professionals Congress, he formerly served as Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs and on Informational Technology. He has about two dozen titles to his credit and was awarded by World Economic Forum as "Global Leader of Tomorrow".

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BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar Sends Legal Notice to Congress' Shashi Tharoor \| Oneindia News Amidst escalating tensions, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar takes legal action against Shashi Tharoor, alleging defamatory remarks with malicious intent. Join us as we delve into the latest.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:01Published 1 week ago

LS Polls 2024: Shashi Tharoor accepts Rajeev Chandrasekhar's challenge for open debate \| Oneindia Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, is abuzz with anticipation as it braces for an extraordinary electoral showdown between the incumbent Member of Parliament, Shashi Tharoor from the Indian.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:13Published 2 weeks ago

LS Polls 2024: Shashi Tharoor to contest from Thiruvananthapuram again \| Political career \| Oneindia The Indian National Congress on Friday announced its first list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, releasing the names of 39 candidates who will go on the ballot in April-May, this year... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:53Published on March 9, 2024

Congress Announces First Lok Sabha List With Strong Hold in South India \|Oneindia News "The Congress party unveils its first list of Lok Sabha candidates, featuring prominent leaders like Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, Bhupesh Baghel, and KC Venugopal. Stay tuned for more updates on the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:08Published on March 8, 2024

LS Polls 2024: Rajeev Chandrasekhar to contest from Thiruvananthapuram\| Political journey\| Oneindia Among the 34 Union Ministers whose names featured in BJP’s first list of 195 candidates released last weekend was Rajeev Chandrasekhar, who has been fielded from Thiruvananthapuram, a seat in Kerala.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:38Published on March 7, 2024

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Rajeev Chandrasekhar clarifies on his earnings: 'Taxable income dipped in 2021-22 to Rs 680 due to Covid' Chandrasekhar's 2021-22 taxable income fell to Rs 680 from Covid losses, sparking EC scrutiny. Congress alleges asset concealment by Chandrasekhar, a candidate in the Thiruvananthapuram Lok Sabha race.. IndiaTimes - Published 1 week ago
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Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends notice to Shashi Tharoor in cash-for-vote row Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar issues legal notice to MP Shashi Tharoor for defamatory cash-for-vote claims on TV show, demanding a public apology within 24 hours for harming Chandrasekhar and.. IndiaTimes - Published 1 week ago

Rajeev Chandrasekhar sends legal notice to Shashi Tharoor over 'false allegations' of bribing voters In his notice, Rajeev Chandrasekhar accuses Tharoor of disseminating patently false information among the constituents of Thiruvananthapuram, purportedly spreading misleading information regarding.. IndiaTimes - Published 1 week ago
Shashi Tharoor accepts rival Rajeev Chandrasekhar's challenge, welcomes debate Kerala gears up for a face-off as BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar challenges Shashi Tharoor for Thiruvananthapuram seat. Both leaders agree to debate on local issues before Lok Sabha elections. Senior.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Key issues, heavyweight candidates, and political dynamics of Kerala Kerala's upcoming Lok Sabha elections witness heightened political fervor, with key battles between LDF and UDF candidates like Rahul Gandhi and Shashi Tharoor. PM Modi's strategic involvement adds a.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago

Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar’s assets affidavit false, claims SC lawyer A Delhi lawyer filed a complaint with the election commission against BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar for allegedly submitting a false affidavit on assets in his nomination papers. The lawyer seeks.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Over 10-acre land, 534 gm gold: This is how much Congress leader Shashi Tharoor declared in poll papers Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, aiming for a fourth consecutive term as Thiruvananthapuram MP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, has reported assets exceeding Rs 55 crore in his nomination documents... IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
Who is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's alternative? What Shashi Tharoor said IndiaTimes - Published 2 weeks ago
After backlash, Congress drops Jaipur pick Sunil Sharma Sharma's candidature, despite his reported association with 'The Jaipur Dialogues', a platform for "right-thinking people" that frequently indulged in criticising the Congress first family, had.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 24, 2024

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Who is Congress's Jaipur candidate Sunil Sharma, and why did Shashi Tharoor take a dig at him? Sharma's alleged connection to The Jaipur Dialogues, an organisation known for its criticism of the Congress and its leaders, particularly Rahul Gandhi, has raised eyebrows. DNA - Published on March 24, 2024
Lok Sabha polls: Congress MP Tharoor hits campaign trail in Thiruvananthapuram on Palm Sunday With the Lok Sabha elections barely a few weeks away, Congress MP and the party's Thiruvananthapuram candidate, Shashi Tharoor, hit the campaign trail by participating in a Palm Sunday event. IndiaTimes - Published on March 24, 2024
CPI(M), Congress stage protest in Kerala against arrest of Delhi CM Kejriwal Protests in Kerala against Arvind Kejriwal's ED arrest. CPI(M) and Congress demonstrate, BJP defends. CPI(M) burns PM effigy. DYFI protests at Raj Bhavan. V D Satheesan criticizes NDA. Shashi Tharoor.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 22, 2024	INDIA partners in war of words in Kerala: Shashi Tharoor accuses CPI of 'playing BJP's game' in Thiruvananthapuram, D Raja hits back IndiaTimes - Published on March 19, 2024
Act against PM for code violation: Congress Opposition leaders have raised concerns over people receiving PM Modi's 'Viksit Bharat' letter on WhatsApp, calling it a breach of the model code of conduct. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor highlighted.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 18, 2024	Opposition asks EC to act against PM's Whatsapp message on 'Viksit Bharat' Opposition leaders criticize Modi's WhatsApp letter seeking support in building a 'Viksit Bharat'. Opposition leaders called on the EC to act against what they said was a "blatant violation" of the.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 18, 2024
'CAA will be repealed if...': Congress MP Shashi Tharoor makes big statement Presenting historical evidence to highlight the flaws in the legislation, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor argued that the CAA is both morally and constitutionally incorrect. DNA - Published on March 12, 2024	"Negotiations on seat-sharing will be on state-by-state basis", Shashi Tharoor Congress MP Shashi Tharoor Sunday said there could not be a "one-size-fits-all formula" for a country like India which has different political realities and negotiations on seat-sharing for the 2024.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 28, 2024
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor takes swipe at Nitish Kumar with 'word of the day' Senior Congress figure Shashi Tharoor sarcastically commented on JD(U) leader Nitish Kumar's recent political decision to exit the Mahagathbandhan government in Bihar in his 'word of the day.' Tharoor.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 28, 2024	Not possible for India to remain truly non-aligned with China sitting on its frontiers: Shashi Tharoor IndiaTimes - Published on January 27, 2024
Not every Ram bhakt is a BJP supporter: Shashi Tharoor Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP, stated that being a 'Ram bhakt' does not make one a BJP supporter. He emphasized that he and many others are devotees of Lord Ram and should not give up their devotion to.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 23, 2024	'Actual facts for arm-chair critic': Scindia takes on Shashi Tharoor after Congress leader targets aviation ministry over airport chaos IndiaTimes - Published on January 17, 2024
'If opposition unites ...': Why Shashi Tharoor's 'logical analysis' for 2024 Lok Sabha elections may not hold true For Tharoor's "logical analysis" to hold true, Congress will have to defy historical trends. A look at the BJP's performance in Lok Sabha elections vis-à-vis state elections shows that the saffron.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 15, 2024	India should be alert about proximity of Maldives to China: Shashi Tharoor IndiaTimes - Published on January 14, 2024
Expect BJP to be single-largest party, but its tally can be cut to stop it from forming government: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor According to Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, the BJP is anticipated to be the largest party in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. However, Tharoor suggests that the party's potential allies might.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 14, 2024	'BJP reverting to its core message' says Congress' Shashi Tharoor ahead of Ram Temple inauguration in Ayodhya Shashi Tharoor questions BJP's shift to foundational messaging coinciding with Ram Mandir and BAPS Temple inaugurations. Tharoor raises concerns about BJP's earlier promises of economic development,.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 29, 2023Also reported by •DNA
Shashi Tharoor advocates opportunities for youth in elections; hints at 2024 being his last contest Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, discussed the possibility of his last election in the constituency, indicating the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. He expressed the need to provide.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 29, 2023	Shashi Tharoor writes to Om Birla over Kerala Police action at Congress rally, alleges violation of privileges IndiaTimes - Published on December 24, 2023
Elections 2024: Congress leader P. Chidambaram to head Congress manifesto committee The list also includes Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Congress leaders Jairam Ramesh, Shashi Tharoor, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra among others. DNA - Published on December 23, 2023	Save Democracy: INDIA bloc leaders stage protest against bulk suspension of MPs from Parliament Leaders of the INDIA bloc stage 'Save Democracy' protest at Jantar Mantar against suspension of 146 opposition MPs from Winter Session. Opposition leaders Sharad Pawar, Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 22, 2023
Travesty of parliamentary democracy: Shashi Tharoor on suspension of MPs Tharoor, who was himself suspended on Tuesday, said that with the suspension of so many opposition MPs, the history of parliamentary democracy has been "besmirched" in our country. "What has been seen.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 20, 2023	49 more Lok Sabha MPs suspended, 141 opposition members out of Parliament 49 more Lok Sabha MPs were suspended for disrupting proceedings, reducing the opposition's strength in the lower House by two-thirds. So far, 141 opposition MPs have been suspended. Congress chief.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023
Diminished INDIA alliance strength after largest Parliament suspensions in country's history The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have expelled and suspended several MPs, resulting in minimal opposition for the ruling BJP party. The majority of the suspended MPs belong to the INDIA alliance, a.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023	Shashi Tharoor predicts suspension from Lok Sabha, gets suspended minutes later Congress leader Shashi Tharoor and 48 other Opposition members were suspended from Lok Sabha, joining the 78 members suspended the day before. Tharoor considered the suspension an 'unfair process' and.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023
49 Lok Sabha MPs including Congress Shashi Tharoor suspended from Parliament, check full list here INDIA bloc MPs have been demanding a statement from Home Minister Amit Shah on the security breach in Parliament on December 13. DNA - Published on December 19, 2023	2 of oldest SoBo boys' schools to welcome girl students soon Two of south Mumbai's oldest boys' schools plan to soon convert into co-education institutions. Fort's Campion School, which boasts illustrious alumni from diverse fields, including Ratan Tata, Kumar.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 17, 2023
Singh is King! Awesome Aujla: Shashi Tharoor's shoutout to his brave colleague for confronting intruder in Lok Sabha Congress leader Shashi Tharoor applauded his 'brave colleague' Gurjeet Singh Aujla for confronting the intruders in the lower house of parliament. The intruders set off smoke bombs after jumping into.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 14, 2023	"Intruders were apparently sponsored by a sitting MP of the ruling party...," claims Shashi Tharoor on Parliament security breach Congress MP Shashi Tharoor raised concerns over a security breach in Parliament, claiming that intruders were apparently sponsored by a sitting MP of the ruling party. He demanded a response from Union.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 13, 2023
No proposal under consideration for providing menstrual leaves: WCD Minister Smriti Irani There is no proposal under the consideration of the government to make provision for paid menstrual leave mandatory for all workplaces, Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani informed Lok.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 8, 2023	Shashi Tharoor urges government to hike stipend of non-NET research fellows Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday urged the government to consider hiking significantly the stipend of non-NET research fellows, asserting that their contributions are pivotal in.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 7, 2023
Cash-for-query case: Mahua Moitra should get a chance to speak in her defence, says Shashi Tharoor Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has said Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra should be given a chance to speak in her defence after the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee submits its report in the cash-for-query case... IndiaTimes - Published on December 4, 2023	Massive rally in Kerala: Congress stands firm in solidarity with Palestine, condemns Israeli aggression Thousands join mass rally by KPCC in solidarity with Palestine in Kozhikode; CPI(M), IUML, and other parties also organized rallies against Israeli war; AICC General Secretary and CWC member criticize.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 23, 2023
INDIA alliance will work for people, not 'leader's image': Shashi Tharoor Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor believes that the opposition INDIA alliance is the solution if the citizens of India want a government that prioritizes the welfare of the people over the image of.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 5, 2023	Bihar's ruling Grand Alliance targets Centre over Apple’s ‘warning’ to opposition leaders The Grand Alliance in Bihar criticized the Indian government after several opposition leaders received warnings from Apple about "state-sponsored attackers" targeting their phones. Leaders such as.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 31, 2023
Shashi Tharoor, CPM leader out of pro-Palestine event The organisers of a Palestine solidarity event in Thiruvananthapuram, scheduled on Monday, have removed Congress MP Shashi Tharoor and CPM politburo member MA Baby from the list of speakers and had.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2023	Shocked and dismayed: Shashi Tharoor after twin blasts rock prayer meet in Kerala Congress leader Sashi Tharoor condemned the twin explosions that occurred at a convention centre in Kerala, expressing shock and demanding swift police action. He called the incident tragic and urged.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2023
'Media picked one sentence and criticised him': Congress on Shashi Tharoor's Israel-Palestine remark Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala expressed support for Shashi Tharoor following criticism of his speech at a pro-Palestine rally. Chennithala commended Tharoor's participation and clarified that.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 28, 2023	Shashi Tharoor, IUML clash over who the terrorist in Gaza conflict is Thousands of people gathered at Kozhikode beach in India for a pro-Palestine rally. The rally, organized by IUML, saw activists chanting slogans and holding banners in solidarity with Palestine. IUML.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 27, 2023
Priyanka, Ramesh, Tharoor to campaign for Congress candidates in Mizoram Senior Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Jairam Ramesh, and Shashi Tharoor are expected to visit Mizoram to campaign for party candidates in the state assembly polls on November 7. Priyanka.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 25, 2023	Shashi Tharoor terms circulation of his cropped image with Mahua Moitra 'cheap politics' Congress Working Committee member Shashi Tharoor has criticized the circulation of cropped images showing him with Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra, calling it "cheap politics." Tharoor clarified.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 23, 2023

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