Shashi Tharoor
Indian politician, diplomat, and author (born 1956)
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Shashi Tharoor is an Indian author, orator, former diplomat, public intellectual and statesman 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 2006 United Nations Secretary-General selection 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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![VIDEO: Shashi Tharoor SHOCKED As Son Grills Him On PAK | "Asking in Personal Capacity" Says Ishan [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250606/1413112878-VIDEO-Shashi-Tharoor-SHOCKED-As-Son-Grills-Him.jpg) VIDEO: Shashi Tharoor SHOCKED As Son Grills Him On PAK | "Asking in Personal Capacity" Says Ishan Credit: Oneindia Duration: 06:01Published | |
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‘Whole world now knows the truth’: Shashi Tharoor-led delegation wraps up US visit; urges global terror fightA multi-party Indian delegation, led by Shashi Tharoor, concluded a US visit aimed at garnering international support for India's counter-terrorism efforts after the Pahalgam attack. The delegation met..IndiaTimes - Published | |
‘US stands firmly with India’: Shashi Tharoor-led delegation meets top US officials; discusses Operation SindoorAn all-party Indian parliamentary delegation, led by Shashi Tharoor, briefed US officials on cross-border terrorism and India's Operation Sindoor, launched after the Pahalgam attack. The US reaffirmed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Once a rebel, always a rebel? Congress's Tharoor dilemma - from Kharge challenger to PM Modi's 'global envoy'Shashi Tharoor, a prominent figure in the Congress party, has often challenged the party's high command, advocating for internal reforms and questioning his role within the organization. His actions,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Do not take our patience for granted...': Shashi Tharoor warns Pakistan of misadventures against IndiaCongress MP Shashi Tharoor, leader of the all-party delegation, explained India's actions against terrorism on Thursday while interacting with young professionals and individuals.IndiaTimes - Published | |
'JD Vance understood': Shashi Tharoor in US on Operation Sindoor; says 'India won the narrative'Shashi Tharoor said that US vice president JD Vance understands the impossibility of mediating between India and Pakistan, as it would imply an equivalence between a victim and a terrorist. Tharoor..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Congress continues its attack but Salman Khurshid, Shashi Tharoor unfazedSalman Khurshid defended his participation in the government's global outreach against terrorism, despite criticism from within the Congress party. He highlighted the delegation's success in countering..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'That shouldn't be allowed': Shashi Tharoor answers son's question on Operation Sindoor at US press briefingIn a surprising moment, Shashi Tharoor was questioned by his son, Ishaan Tharoor of the Washington Post, during a foreign policy address. Ishaan inquired about evidence of Pakistan's involvement in the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
India will not talk to Pakistan with gun pointed at our head: Shashi TharoorIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Sindoor ka badla khoon': Shashi Tharoor on Operation Sindoor's symbolism in US; watch videoShashi Tharoor, leading a delegation in the US, characterized Operation Sindoor as a culturally significant response to the Pahalgam terror attack. He explained that the operation's name symbolized..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'There was no need to ask us to stop': Shashi Tharoor reacts to Rahul Gandhi's 'Narender, surrender' jibe at PM; watch videoShashi Tharoor is currently leading a delegation in the US. He responds to Rahul Gandhi's controversial remark. Tharoor shifts focus to Indian unity. He highlights the delegation's diversity. Tharoor..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Bilawal Bhutto's mother was assassinated': Shashi Tharoor hits out at Pakistan in US; invokes Hillary Clinton's 'vipers' rebukeShashi Tharoor, leading a parliamentary delegation to the US, strongly criticized Pakistan for its alleged support of terrorism, responding to Pakistan's diplomatic efforts led by Bilawal Bhutto...IndiaTimes - Published | |
Operation Sindoor: Did India mean to send a message to China too? Shashi Tharoor respondsLeading an all-party delegation in the US, MP Shashi Tharoor lauded Operation Sindoor, India's military action against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. Tharoor highlighted the operation's success..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Shift in tone? Bilawal seeks intel cooperation with India; underlines threat of terrorismBilawal Bhutto-Zardari expressed Pakistan's willingness to cooperate with India in combating terrorism, advocating for a dispute resolution mechanism and joint efforts between intelligence agencies...IndiaTimes - Published | 'RRR' got 'SMS' to put nation before party, family: BJP mocks Congress amid India's diplomatic outreach post Operation SindoorShehzad Poonawalla, BJP spokesperson, targeted Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Revanth Reddy, and Jairam Ramesh. He called them 'RRR'. Poonawalla accused them of echoing Pakistan's views on Operation..IndiaTimes - Published |
Will we get to see a Tharoor vs Bhutto? India and Pakistan delegations to be in US same dayAn Indian all-party delegation, led by Shashi Tharoor, is set to visit Washington, DC, coinciding with a Pakistani delegation headed by Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari. Tharoor anticipates increased interest..IndiaTimes - Published | 'We are not looking for war': Shashi Tharoor says Brazil backs India's anti-terror stance against PakistanShashi Tharoor, leading an all-party delegation in Brazil, conveyed India's firm stance against cross-border terrorism following the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. Brazil expressed solidarity,..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Is it so difficult to be patriotic?': Salman Khurshid amid Congress flak over Article 370 remarksSalman Khurshid has criticized those within his own party who are undermining the government's efforts to raise global awareness about Pakistan's terrorism agenda. He questioned the difficulty of..IndiaTimes - Published | Salman Khurshid's message to 'people at home' after Article 370 remark: 'Is it so difficult to be patriotic?'Salman Khurshid voiced concerns about India's political divisions. This happened as a multi-party delegation travels abroad. The delegation aims to highlight India’s united stance against terrorism...IndiaTimes - Published |
'Relieved there was no loss of life': Shashi Tharoor on Colorado attackShashi Tharoor, an Indian MP, voiced concern about the recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. Six elderly people were injured at a pro-Israel rally. The Indian delegation is in Brazil for global..IndiaTimes - Published | 'When we get back to India...': Shashi Tharoor on Congress' criticism of Modi govt on 'losses' during Operation SindoorCongress MP Shashi Tharoor acknowledged that "comments and criticism" regarding Operation Sindoor and subsequent military actions with Pakistan are inevitable in a democracy. While currently in Brazil..IndiaTimes - Published |
After Tharoor row, Salman Khurshid's take on Art 370 fresh headache for CongressSalman Khurshid's recent remarks backing the nullification of Article 370 have stirred unease within the Congress party, especially after Shashi Tharoor's comments on surgical strikes. Khurshid, part..IndiaTimes - Published | Colombia rescinds Pak backing after Shashi Tharoor's interventionFollowing India's Operation Sindoor, Colombia initially expressed solidarity with Pakistan, drawing criticism. Shashi Tharoor led a delegation to Colombia, conveying India's firm stance against..IndiaTimes - Published |
'We don't believe in..', After Shashi Tharoor's strategic insight on Operation Sindoor Colombia changes stance on Pakistan's supportShashi Tharoor's strategic explanation over India's operation against Pakistan's aggression over the past month after Pahalgam Terrorist attack changed Colombia's stance on expressing condolences over..DNA - Published | Morning news wrap: Trump announces 50% tariff on steel imports; Colombia withdraws pro-Pakistan statement after Tharoor's disappointmentIndiaTimes - Published |
After Shashi Tharoor's delegation expresses disappointment, Colombia withdraws statement for PakistanIndiaTimes - Published | Salman Khurshid praises Article 370 move; BJP questions if Congress will 'turn on him' like TharoorThe BJP has questioned whether Congress will target Salman Khurshid after Shashi Tharoor faced criticism for supporting the Centre's stance on Operation Sindoor. Amit Malviya highlighted Khurshid's..IndiaTimes - Published |
'No country backed India': Congress says BJP’s 'foreign policy failed' post-Operation SindoorThe Congress party has strongly criticized the BJP government's foreign policy following Operation Sindoor, citing diplomatic failures and compromised national security. Allegations include a lack of..IndiaTimes - Published | Morning news wrap: Tharoor slams Colombia's reaction to Operation Sindoor; Trump’s tariffs get temporary court approval amid legal setbacks & moreThe past day witnessed a flurry of global events, from Trump's trade-related ceasefire claims and tense exchanges with South Africa to the foiling of an ISI-linked terror plot in Delhi. Shashi Tharoor..IndiaTimes - Published |
'We have given Pakistan very generously but ... ': Shashi Tharoor reiterates India's stance on Indus Waters TreatyShashi Tharoor led an all-party delegation to Colombia to explain India's Operation Sindoor and its stance on the Indus Waters Treaty. Tharoor expressed disappointment with Colombia's reaction to the..IndiaTimes - Published | Watch viral video: Shashi Tharoor reveals secret behind his 'Beauty & Brains', says....Not hyperbolic to say that Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP from Thiruvananthapuram Shashi Tharoor is a classic example of beauty with brains. The leader has a separate fanbase altogether, with some..DNA - Published |
'Want the world to understand that this is not a time for indifference but..': Shashi TharoorHe delivered the remarks while speaking to the media outside the 9/11 Memorial. Tharoor said that the visit to the 9/11 memorial is a solemn reminder of how, just like the US, India has been subjected..DNA - Published | 'Will share what we have been suffering from past so many years', Shashi Tharoor on India's fight against terrorismTharoor also shared a photograph of the members of the delegation on X and said that others would join en route.DNA - Published |
Has Shashi Tharoor's association with Congress reached dead end?Tensions escalate between Shashi Tharoor and the Congress party as Tharoor's repeated praise for PM Modi's policies and acceptance of a government nomination have widened the existing gap. The Congress..IndiaTimes - Published | In 'message' to Congress, Shashi Tharoor calls for bipartisanshipIndiaTimes - Published |
'Unwarranted attacks': Parliamentary panel condemns trolling of FS Vikram Misri after India-Pakistan ceasefireThe Parliamentary panel has strongly condemned the online abuse targeting Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri following the ceasefire with Pakistan. Chaired by Shashi Tharoor, the committee expressed..IndiaTimes - Published | '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 |
