Shashi Tharoor
Indian politician, diplomat, and author (born 1956)
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Shashi Krishnan Chandrashekaran Tharoor is an Indian politician, author, and former diplomat and public intellectual, who has been serving as Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, since 2009. He is currently the Chairman of Committee on External Affairs. 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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'Shashi Tharoor is looking for berth in BJP's sleeping cells inside Congress': CPI Kerala slams Lok Sabha MPCPI Kerala Secretary Binoy Viswam criticized Shashi Tharoor for leading a delegation to brief partner countries on terrorism, suggesting Tharoor seeks a place within BJP's influence in Congress...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Congress has tough call to take as rift with Shashi Tharoor widensShashi Tharoor's acceptance of a government nomination for a global outreach team has stirred controversy within the Congress party, especially after his comments on the conflict with Pakistan. Jairam..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Cong livid as govt ignores its list for foreign outreach, picks TharoorA controversy has erupted after the Indian government selected Shashi Tharoor to lead a delegation on 'Operation Sindoor', despite Congress's disapproval and alternative recommendations. This decision..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Congress mein hona aur Congress ka hona ... ': Jairam Ramesh's dig at Shashi Tharoor amid all-party delegation rowIndiaTimes - Published | |
Top five news of the day: BJP-Congress slugfest over Shashi Tharoor; YouTuber arrested for spying for Pakistan, and moreIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Centre chose who they felt appropriate': Shashi Tharoor reacts to Congress not suggesting his name for all-party delegation listShashi Tharoor addressed his inclusion in an all-party delegation despite not being nominated by the Congress, stating the government chose who they deemed fit. He affirmed his commitment to the role,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
India's Operation Sindoor diplomacy: Why BJP is pushing Shashi Tharoor but Congress is notShashi Tharoor's inclusion in the Operation Sindoor outreach program has sparked controversy, with the Congress party distancing itself from his pro-government stance on the India-Pakistan issue...IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Insecurity jealousy or intolerance': Political slugfest between BJP and Congress over Shashi TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | |
Ravi Shankar-led delegation expected to visit Saudi Arabia; Sule to visit Oman, Kenya- Who is going where?Following Operation Sindoor, the Centre has formed seven all-party delegations, led by figures like Shashi Tharoor and Ravi Shankar Prasad, to convey India's firm stance against terrorism to key..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Why does Rahul Gandhi hate those who speak for India?’: BJP slams Congress for excluding Shashi Tharoor from all-party delegation listFollowing the announcement of an all-party delegation to address Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, BJP criticized Congress for omitting Shashi Tharoor from their initial list. BJP leaders accused Rahul..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'When national interest...': Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on key role in centre's diplomatic outreachA seven-member all-party delegation is set to visit key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, later this month in the context of Operation Sindoor and India's continued fight..DNA - Published | |
Operation Sindoor: Shashi Tharoor chosen to lead all-party delegation despite name missing from Congress listAmidst political dynamics, Congress nominated four leaders for an all-party delegation, excluding Shashi Tharoor, despite his selection to lead the Operation Sindoor briefing. Jairam Ramesh shared the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'When national interest is involved, I'll not be found wanting': Congress leader Shashi TharoorCongress leader Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said that he is "honoured" by the invitation of the government to lead an all-party delegation, adding that when national interest is involved, he will "not..IndiaTimes - Published |
Full list: 7 MPs to lead India's anti-terror global outreach after Operation Sindoor, Shashi Tharoor gets key roleThis is the first time that the Centre will depute MPs from multiple parties to present India's stance on Kashmir and cross-border terrorism originating from Pakistan.DNA - Published | Operation Sindoor briefing: Ravi Shankar, Shashi Tharoor, Supriya Sule, Kanimozhi to lead teams of MPs to US, UK, JapanFollowing Operation Sindoor, India is dispatching all-party parliamentary delegations to key global capitals to present a united front against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Led by senior MPs, these..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Talent vacuum in BJP': Congress on reports of Shashi Tharoor leading delegation of MPs to expose Pakistan's terrorismThe Congress party lauded the Centre's decision to appoint Shashi Tharoor to lead a delegation of MPs to expose Pakistan-sponsored terrorism on international platforms, citing a perceived "talent..IndiaTimes - Published | First Tharoor, now Chidambaram: Senior leaders put Congress on backfootThe Congress party faces renewed criticism from the BJP after P. Chidambaram's pessimistic assessment of the INDIA bloc's future. His remarks provided ammunition for the BJP to attack the Congress and..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Expressing my views as an Indian': Shashi Tharoor on Congress' 'lakshman rekha' remark over his India-Pakistan stanceShashi Tharoor, a veteran Congress leader, has clarified that his views on sensitive matters like the India-Pakistan truce and US President Trump's involvement are his personal opinions and do not..IndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor highlights significance of name 'Operation Sindoor': 'Colour of Sindoor not very different from...''Operation Sindoor' was launched by the Indian armed forces in the early hours of May 7, successfully destroying nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK).DNA - Published |
Operation Sindoor: Why China didn't take 'much of pro-Pakistan stand' this time? Shashi Tharoor explainsIndiaTimes - Published | 'Brilliant name, sends a telling message': Shashi Tharoor applauds symbolism behind mission 'Operation Sindoor'Following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, India launched 'Operation Sindoor,' a retaliatory strike destroying nine terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and PoK. Congress leaders Shashi..IndiaTimes - Published |
Operation Sindoor: Opp leaders Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, Aditya Thackeray, others hail precise strikes against terror targets: 'Hit them, hard enough that...'Congress MP Shashi Tharoor praised the government's decision, saying the strikes were "calibrated, calculated, and precise" against terror targets.DNA - Published | 'Pakistan thought they had advantage but ...': Shashi Tharoor on closed-door UNSC meet called by IslamabadShashi Tharoor stated that Pakistan faced tough questions regarding terrorism and Lashkar-e-Taiba at a recent UNSC closed-door meeting following the Pahalgam attack. Despite Pakistan's attempt to raise..IndiaTimes - Published |
Pinarayi, Tharoor at Adani event will give many sleepless nights, says PM ModiIndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi mocks INDIA bloc with 'sleepless nights' jibe in presence of Shashi Tharoor, Pinarayi VijayanPrime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, taking a subtle jab at the opposition INDIA bloc, noting the presence of Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Managed to land in time': Shashi Tharoor welcomes PM Modi in Thiruvananthapuram ahead of Vizhinjam port commissioningShashi Tharoor welcomed PM Modi in Thiruvananthapuram, celebrating the commissioning of the Vizhinjam International Seaport. This deep-water transshipment port, a public-private partnership, aims to..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Scared of ED?' Congress leaders Udit Raj, Shashi Tharoor lock horns over Pahalgam remarksA dispute has ignited between Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Udit Raj following Tharoor's remarks on the Pahalgam terror attack, where he defended the government's intelligence capabilities,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Shashi Tharoor faces flak from his party over Pahalgam remarkShashi Tharoor faced internal criticism after commenting on the Pahalgam attack, stating that no country can have "foolproof, 100% intelligence." Udit Raj questioned Tharoor's remarks, accusing him of..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress' Udit Raj hits out at Shashi Tharoor over remarks on Pahalgam attack: 'Trying to be a super-BJP man?'Congress leader Udit Raj criticised Shashi Tharoor's remarks on the Pahalgam terror attack, questioning his allegiance to the party and suggesting he was acting as a BJP spokesperson. Raj challenged..IndiaTimes - Published |
'There were failures, but focus must remain on bigger picture': Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Pahalgam terror attackIndiaTimes - Published | Congress AICC session: Resentment or hope - What's the way forward for party's revival?During a two-day session in Ahmedabad, Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, intensified their criticism of the BJP and RSS, particularly regarding religious freedom and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Place of pride for Sachin Pilot, Shashi Tharoor at Cong’s Gujarat session; Rajasthan leader places resolution, Kerala MP seconds itIndiaTimes - Published | 'We should be a party of ... ': Shashi Tharoor's message to Congress on way forwardOn the second day of All India Congress Committee (AICC) session taking place in Ahmedabad, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday said that the party should represent hope and positivity instead..IndiaTimes - Published |
Appropriated by BJP, Congress tries to reclaim Patel legacyAt a Congress Working Committee meeting, Rahul Gandhi emphasized the party's inclusive stance, advocating for the representation of all communities without reservation. Discussions encompassed..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Congress demanding clarity from Centre on their stand over US tariffs': Shashi TharoorCongress leaders, including Shashi Tharoor and Rahul Gandhi, have demanded clarity from the Indian government regarding its strategy for addressing the recent 26 percent reciprocal tariffs imposed by..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Silver lining': Now, Tharoor praises Modi govt's vaccine diplomacy; Congress had questioned export citing shortage in countryShashi Tharoor praises PM Modi for India's vaccine diplomacy contrasting with past criticism from Congress leaders like Rahul and Sonia Gandhi. Tharoor's remarks have embarrassed his party, giving BJP..IndiaTimes - Published | 'India’s Covid vaccine diplomacy stands out amid horrors': Shashi Tharoor’s fresh praise for Modi governmentIndiaTimes - Published |
'Minister's statement factual': Tharoor backs Jaishankar's remarks on Pakistan's treatment of minoritiesCongress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed concern over the worsening treatment of minorities in Pakistan, highlighting disturbing incidents involving the Sikh, Ahmadiyya, and Christian communities. He..IndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor joins viral Ghibli trend: 'Consider me officially spirited away!'IndiaTimes - Published |
'We all should be happy': Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on US President Donald Trump citing India's voter ID system as exampleIndiaTimes - Published | ‘They'll find some sensible outcome’: Shashi Tharoor expresses hope for India-US trade talksCongress MP Shashi Tharoor expresses optimism about the visit of a US delegation to India for trade discussions, considering the impact of upcoming reciprocal tariffs by the US. Tharoor emphasizes the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Finally travelling in same direction': BJP's Baijayant Jay Panda shares selfie with Shashi TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | BJP hails Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's support to govt's policy on Ukraine warIndiaTimes - Published |
Shashi Tharoor's diplomacy praise for PM Modi: Wiping egg off his face or leaving Congress red-faced?Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's recent praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi has caused embarrassment within his party, prompting the BJP to mock Congress leadership. Tharoor has reiterated PM Modi's..IndiaTimes - Published | 'PM Modi needs new haters': BJP taunts Congress after Shashi Tharoor's U-turn on India's Russia-Ukraine stanceIndiaTimes - Published |
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor praises PM Modi's peace stance again on Russia-Ukraine' after 'egg on face' momentCongress leader Shashi Tharoor praises Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, acknowledging a shift in his perspective. Shashi Tharoor admits that India's diplomatic..IndiaTimes - Published | Shashi Tharoor accepts he miscalculated India's stance on Russia-Ukraine war, issues clarification on 'egg on my face' remarkThe BJP leadership in Kerala hailed Shashi Tharoor for his changed stance and said his "honesty" in praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomacy is "commendable". BJP state president K Surendran..DNA - Published |
'Nothing to add': Shashi Tharoor reiterates remarks on India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflictIndiaTimes - Published | 'A PM who can hug both Putin and Zelenskyy': Tharoor admits ‘egg on face’ moment on opposing India's Russia-Ukraine stanceIndiaTimes - Published |
