Mallikarjun Kharge
Indian lawyer and politician (born 1942)
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Mallikarjun Mapanna Kharge is an Indian lawyer and politician serving as the President of the Indian National Congress since 2022 and Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha since 2021. He has been a Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha from Karnataka since 2020.
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Shah, Sonia, Kharge vote in keenly-contested Constitution Club electionKey political figures, including Amit Shah and Sonia Gandhi, participated in the Constitution Club of India elections, where Rajiv Pratap Rudy faced a strong challenge from Sanjeev Balyan for a crucial..IndiaTimes - Published | |
SIR row: High drama at opposition MPs’ march to EC; Akhilesh Yadav jumps barricade; Rahul Gandhi detained – Key pointsOpposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, marched to the Election Commission to protest alleged voter fraud and irregularities in Bihar's electoral roll revision. Delhi Police..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Vice-Presidential elections: INDIA bloc to field joint candidate; Mallikarjun Kharge reaches out to alliesThe INDIA bloc is set to field a joint candidate for the upcoming vice-presidential election, aiming to send a strong political message. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is engaging with allies to..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Voter fraud', SIR row: Kharge to host dinner for INDIA bloc MPs; what's on agenda?Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge is set to host a dinner for INDIA bloc MPs amidst escalating concerns over alleged electoral roll manipulation in Bihar and accusations of poll rigging. This..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Congress functionaries back Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' accusation, opposition allies join inFollowing Rahul Gandhi's "vote chori" expose, the Congress party is launching a nationwide campaign to highlight alleged irregularities in the electoral process. State units will screen Rahul's press..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Mallikarjun Kharge slams PM Modi over Trump administration doubling tariffs to 50%, calls it 'foreign policy disaster'What did the US say about additional tariffs on India? A senior United States Administration Official told ANI that there is simply "no comparison" between the hundreds of billions of dollars of..DNA - Published | |
'You can't even blame this disaster on 70 years of Congress': Mallikarjun Kharge slams govt over Trump tariffs; calls Centre 'clueless'Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized the Modi government after the US imposed a 50% trade tariff on India, deeming it a significant foreign policy failure. Kharge accused the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Bihar SIR row: Mallikarjun Kharge seeks discussion in Rajya Sabha; writes to Deputy Chairman HarivanshMallikarjun Kharge has urged the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman to allow a discussion on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, emphasizing its critical importance to voters,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
CISF in well, claims Kharge, Rijiju says House being misledRajya Sabha witnessed a heated debate between LoP Kharge and Deputy Chairman Harivansh regarding alleged CISF presence during opposition protests. Kharge claimed a violation of democratic rights, while..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Saddened': PM Modi condoles Satyapal Malik's demise; Mallikarjun Kharge remembers him as 'farmer friendly' leaderPrime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, have expressed their condolences on the passing of former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Take tuition classes from me': Kharge vs Nadda faceoff in Rajya Sabha; watch videoRajya Sabha was in turmoil as Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the presence of security personnel during opposition protests, leading to a dispute with the Deputy Chairman and BJP leaders. Kharge claimed..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Jagdeep Dhankar forced out by government as he decided to go by book: Mallikarjun KhargeCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge claimed Jagdeep Dhankhar was forced to resign as Vice-President after he started acting independently and allowed a notice for the removal of Justice Varma. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'EC is a puppet of Modi ji': Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge slams poll body; alleges systematic removal of minorities from voters listCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of acting as a puppet of Prime Minister Modi, alleging a deliberate conspiracy to disenfranchise marginalized..IndiaTimes - Published | Nadda slams opposition for walkout during Shah’s reply on Operation Sindoor; Kharge says protest was over insulting remarkJ P Nadda criticized the Opposition in Rajya Sabha for walking out during Amit Shah's reply on Operation Sindoor, accusing them of double standards by demanding the PM's response. Mallikarjun Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published |
Trump’s 25% tariff on India: Opposition fires at PM Modi, govt; here's who said whatDonald Trump's tariff announcement triggered reactions from Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's economic policies. Asaduddin Owaisi condemned Trump's actions...IndiaTimes - Published | 'Insult' vs 'irony': Fiery end to Operation Sindoor debate as Mallikarjun Kharge, Amit Shah trade barbs over PM Modi's presenceThe Rajya Sabha saw disruptions during Amit Shah's response on Operation Sindoor. Opposition members demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence. They protested India's cross-border strikes after..IndiaTimes - Published |
Parliament Monsoon session: JP Nadda apologises after remarks against Mallikarjun Kharge trigger uproar; 'take back my words'IndiaTimes - Published | ‘Was in Bihar holding rally': Kharge slams PM Modi's 'silence' over Pahalgam; calls for resignation of those 'accountable'Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge strongly criticized Prime Minister Modi's response to the Pahalgam terror attack, accusing him of prioritizing election campaigning over national security. During a..IndiaTimes - Published |
Op Sindoor debate: Nadda vs Kharge sparks RS uproar; BJP chief withdraws remark, apologisesRajya Sabha witnessed uproar as JP Nadda and Mallikarjun Kharge clashed during a debate on Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam attack. Nadda's remark accusing Kharge of losing mental balance ignited..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Nothing wrong in conveying emotions': Shivakumar defends Kharge's 'overlooked for CM' remark; but cautions against public expressionKarnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar defended Mallikarjun Kharge's expression of disappointment at being overlooked for the CM post in 1999, emphasizing Kharge's dedication to the Congress party...IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP targets Congress after Mallikarjun Kharge recalls '99 CM 'missed chance'Mallikarjun Kharge's recent statement about being denied the Karnataka chief minister position in 1999 has sparked a political controversy, bringing Dalit representation in Karnataka politics to the..IndiaTimes - Published | Only Dhankhar, PM Modi know real reason behind VP’s exit: Mallikarjun KhargeCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge stated he lacks information regarding Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President, suggesting it's a matter between Dhankhar and Prime Minister Modi. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published |
Monsoon session: Parliament to debate Operation Sindoor; after washout week, top guns to face offParliament is set for a debate on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. Government and opposition leaders will participate in the discussion. Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and S Jaishankar will lead..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Sabko mitti mein mila ke ... ': Kharge attacks PM Modi over quota; calls BJP, RSS 'poison'Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on PM Modi, questioning his backward status claims and accusing him of deceit. Addressing a party event, Kharge alleged Modi secured his..IndiaTimes - Published |
No names from HC collegiums for 52% of vacancies: GovernmentLaw Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal informed the Rajya Sabha that High Court collegiums have not recommended candidates for 193 out of 371 vacant judge positions, representing over 52% of the total..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Social Justice 2.0': Mallikarjun Kharge's photo 'blocks' Ambedkar portrait at Congress's meet; BJP calls it 'hypocrisy'The Congress party's Social Justice 2.0 meeting faced backlash. BR Ambedkar's portrait was allegedly moved to accommodate Mallikarjun Kharge's picture. The BJP criticized this as hypocrisy. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kharge sums up oppn mood: It is 'neither happy, nor sad'Rajya Sabha proceedings were disrupted by opposition protests following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation as Vice President. MPs expressed bafflement, while Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge stated the..IndiaTimes - Published | From 'no trust' to 'kisanputra': Jagdeep Dhankhar's exit leaves opposition puzzled - and praisingJagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the Vice President post. This action surprised many opposition MPs. They had previously clashed with him. Some leaders are now requesting him to reconsider. Mallikarjun..IndiaTimes - Published |
Kharge: Trump's claim is humiliatingCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge has demanded clarification from the government regarding Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering the India-Pakistan ceasefire, terming it "humiliating" for the..IndiaTimes - Published | How many times has Donald Trump claimed to have mediated India-Pakistan ceasefire in Operation Sindoor? Mallikarjun Kharge says...Donald Trump, India-Pakistan Mediation, India-Pakistan Talks, Operation Sindoor, India-Pakistan, Mallikarjun Kharge, US Mediation, Mediation on Jammu-Kashmir, Monsoon Session, Parliament Session.DNA - Published |
Monsoon session: Nadda vs Kharge in Rajya Sabha; Pahalgam attack, Trump's claim take centrestageThe Monsoon Session of Parliament commenced amidst heated debates, with Mallikarjun Kharge and JP Nadda clashing over the government's handling of the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor...IndiaTimes - Published | Watch: Congress workers celebrate Kharge’s 83rd birthday; Priyanka Gandhi bakes sugar-free cakeCongress members celebrated Mallikarjun Kharge's 83rd birthday with enthusiasm. Rahul Gandhi lauded Kharge's leadership and dedication, while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra baked a sugar-free cake for him,..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP, RSS want to rewrite Constitution but can’t destroy it, says Kharge; accuses Modi govt of selling public sector to Adani, Ambani; slams centre over GST dues, Manipur crisisIndiaTimes - Published | 'Visited 42 countries, not Manipur': Mallikarjun Kharge takes dig at PM Modi; warns against changing ConstitutionCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized PM Modi and the BJP at a Mysuru event, questioning Modi's absence from Manipur amidst ongoing ethnic unrest. Kharge asserted that citizens would prevent..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge write to PM Modi for Jammu and Kashmir statehood; CM Omar Abdullah welcomes moveRahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have urged Prime Minister Modi to restore statehood to Jammu & Kashmir via a parliamentary bill during the monsoon session. They also advocated for Sixth Schedule..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Man who ran away from Congress is now Assam’s CM': Kharge takes jibe at Himanta Biswa Sarma; slams PM’s five-nation tourCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, stating BJP formed the government by 'borrowing' a Congress member. Kharge condemned Sarma's controversial remarks and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi in Assam: ‘CM Himanta Biswa Sarma acts like king, but people will jail him’; vows Congress returnRahul Gandhi, accompanied by Mallikarjun Kharge, is visiting Guwahati to invigorate the Assam Congress ahead of the 2026 elections. Gandhi accused chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of corruption,..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘J&K downgrade without precedent’: Rahul, Kharge push for statehood in Monsoon Session; demand 6th schedule status for LadakhRahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. They highlighted the unique situation of downgrading a state to a Union..IndiaTimes - Published |
Evening news wrap: 'Cash' bag row hits Maharashtra politics; NSA Doval slams foreign media over Operation Sindoor; and morePolitical tensions flared as a video surfaced, allegedly showing a Maharashtra minister near a bag of cash. Meanwhile, NSA Ajit Doval challenged foreign media to provide evidence of Indian casualties..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Couldn't speak against Trump': Kharge's jibe at PM Modi; rakes up India-Pak ceasefireMallikarjun Kharge criticised PM Modi for allegedly failing to counter Donald Trump's claim of ending the India-Pakistan war. Modi, during his Canada visit, clarified to Trump that India wouldn't..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Leadership crisis, incompetence’: Mallikarjun Kharge takes jibe at BJP; blames it for Gujarat bridge tragedyIndiaTimes - Published | BJP accuses Kharge of insulting President Murmu, ex-President Kovind; Congress terms charge 'rubbish'IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP demands apology from Mallikarjun Kharge for ‘objectionable’ remarks against President Droupadi Murmu and Ramnath Kovind; Congress defends statementThe BJP has strongly criticized Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly using derogatory language against President Droupadi Murmu and former President Ram Nath Kovind during a public..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘Modi ji, where are you?’: Kharge slams PM's foreign policy, says 'India surrounded by enemies on all corners'Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy, alleging strained relations with neighboring countries like Nepal, alongside China and..IndiaTimes - Published |
K'taka call lies with party brass, says Kharge; if you're chief, who's 'high command': BJPIndiaTimes - Published | 'So eerie!': BJP mocks Mallikarjun Kharge's 'high command' remark; says 'top brass is like a ghost'The BJP has criticized Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's reference to the "high command" amid speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka. Tejasvi Surya likened the high command to a..IndiaTimes - Published |
New CM in Karnataka? Mallikarjun Kharge gives 'high command' hint; Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar put up united frontCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge hinted at a possible leadership change in Karnataka, stating the party high command has the power to act. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed rumors of discord..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Even a free bird must watch': Shashi Tharoor’s cryptic post ruffles Congress feathers, triggers 'vultures' warningFollowing Shashi Tharoor's cryptic social media post, the Congress party has intensified its criticism of the Thiruvananthapuram MP. Manickam Tagore cautioned Tharoor to be wary of 'hawks' and..IndiaTimes - Published |
Undeclared emergency for last 10 years: Mallikarjun KhargeIndiaTimes - Published | Mallikarjun Kharge takes a jibe at Shashi Tharoor, he hits backIndiaTimes - Published |