India  

Who named opposition group INDIA – Rahul Gandhi or Mamata Banerjee?

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 18 July 2023
There is confusion over the leader who proposed the name INDIA, which stands for Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance, at the meeting of 26 opposition leaders in Bengaluru on Tuesday. While Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate claimed that the idea came from her party leader Rahul Gandhi, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) party chief Thol Thirumavalavan credited Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee for proposing the name first.
0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
Video Credit: Oneindia - Published
News video: Opposition Meet Day 2: Opposition front named 'I-N-D-I-A'; what does it stand for? | Oneindia News

Opposition Meet Day 2: Opposition front named 'I-N-D-I-A'; what does it stand for? | Oneindia News 03:26

The name I-N-D-I-A is being considered to band the 26 opposition parties who are meeting in Bengaluru on Tuesday. At the meeting, the acronym I-N-D-I-A, or the Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance has been suggested to name the opposition front. Sources said that the term is coined to...

You Might Like


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Mamata Banerjee Mamata Banerjee Chief Minister of West Bengal, India since 2011

'Serious apprehensions about...': Mamata Banerjee raises concern over voter turnout increase, questions EVM credibility

Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed her disapproval of the Election Commission's delayed release of the final voter turnout numbers for the first two phases..
IndiaTimes
24 Ki Chaupal Ep 9: Will Mamata’s Bengal Fort Fall Apart In 2024? Exclusive Chat | Oneindia News [Video]

24 Ki Chaupal Ep 9: Will Mamata’s Bengal Fort Fall Apart In 2024? Exclusive Chat | Oneindia News

As Lok Sabha elections progress, attention shifts to the battleground of Bengal, where BJP and TMC prepare for a fierce showdown. With BJP's heightened ambition post-2019 poll results, all eyes are on Mamata Banerjee's stronghold. Will issues like Sandeshkhali affect her reign? We delved into the matter with TMC Spokesman Ajay Ray and BJP Spokeswoman Shatorupa following the conclusion of the second phase of elections. #MamataBanerjee #TMC #MamataDi #TMCnews #WestBengalNews #WestBengalPolls #BJP #PMModi #Modibengal #Didi #Politics #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~HT.99~PR.282~ED.155~CA.144~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 22:13Published
Poll Pulse EP 11: Low Voter Turnout a Concern, Mamata Faces Injury Again and More| OneIndia News [Video]

Poll Pulse EP 11: Low Voter Turnout a Concern, Mamata Faces Injury Again and More| OneIndia News

As the third leg of elections commences, enthusiasm wanes, but politicians remain in the spotlight. Today's focus includes Mamata Banerjee's injury, the Amethi Puzzle, and Kejriwal's war room. Voter turnout across 88 seats in 13 states dropped compared to 2019 elections, hinting at potential impact on final results. #PollPulse #LokSabhaElections #BJP #PMModiNews #Modinews #RahulGandhinews #Politics #Electionnews #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~HT.178~ED.194~GR.124~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 09:02Published

Mamata Banerjee suffers injury after falling inside helicopter

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee suffered an injury on Saturday after boarding a helicopter in Durgapur. The CM was helped by her security personnel..
IndiaTimes

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee injured while boarding helicopter in Durgapur

Mamata Banerjee reportedly suffered a minor injury and was helped by her security personnel thereafter. She continued with her scheduled trip to Asansol without..
DNA

Rahul Gandhi Rahul Gandhi Indian politician (born 1970)

PM Modi Ridicules Congress as Pakistanu Politician Lauds Rahul Gandhi in a Post| Oneindia News [Video]

PM Modi Ridicules Congress as Pakistanu Politician Lauds Rahul Gandhi in a Post| Oneindia News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Anand, Gujarat, remarks on Congress's weakening in India coinciding with Pakistan's distress. He alleges a partnership between Congress and Pakistan, claiming Pakistan's desire to see Congress prevail and make the prince Prime Minister. Modi asserts this alliance has been unveiled, highlighting Congress's alleged affinity for Pakistan. #PMModi #NarendraModi #Gujarat #BJP #PMModiSpeech #PMModiRally #BJPIndia #400Paar #Politics #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.101~GR.123~HT.318~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:00Published

Prajwal Revanna raped 400 women, alleges Rahul Gandhi, seeks PM Modi apology

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday alleged that Hassan JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna had raped 400 women and made their videos, and sought an apology from Prime..
IndiaTimes

Congress party is a 'mureed' of Pakistan: PM Modi

In a scathing attack on the Congress party, Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that the opposition party was subservient to Pakistan. He claimed that the..
IndiaTimes

Suspense continues over Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi's candidatures from Raebareli and Amethi, final decision today

The Congress has kept the suspense going for Amethi and Raebareli constituencies, not naming candidates for them in the latest list of names for the Lok Sabha..
DNA

President Droupadi Murmu visits Ram Mandir amid Rahul Gandhi's remark row

President Droupadi Murmu offered prayers and performed aarti before Ram Lalla’s idol amid chanting of mantras Wednesday, a day after Shri Ram Janmabhoomi..
IndiaTimes

Supriya Shrinate Indian politician

EC censures Dilip Ghosh, Supriya Shrinate over remarks against Mamata, Kangana | Oneindia [Video]

EC censures Dilip Ghosh, Supriya Shrinate over remarks against Mamata, Kangana | Oneindia

On Monday, the Election Commission issued reprimands to BJP leader Dilip Ghosh and Congress leader Supriya Shrinate for their comments concerning West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and actor Kangana Ranaut, respectively. “The Commission, in its order today after the receipt of their replies to notices issued to them over MCC violations, said they are convinced that they made a low-level personal attack and thus violated the provisions of Model Code of Conduct. They have been warned to remain careful in public utterances during the Model Code of Conduct period” an EC source said. The Election Commission had on March 27 issued show-cause notices to Ghosh and Shrinate, finding that both had prima facie violated the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). #ElectionCommission #ElectionCommission#DilipGhosh #SupriyaShrinate #MamataBanerjee #KanganaRanaut #ECNotice #LokSabhaPolls #PoliticalDiscourse #ShowCause ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.125~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:02Published
Congress' Supriya Shrinate Denied Lok Sabha 2024 Ticket Amid Kangana Ranaut Controversy | Oneindia [Video]

Congress' Supriya Shrinate Denied Lok Sabha 2024 Ticket Amid Kangana Ranaut Controversy | Oneindia

Delve into the controversy surrounding Congress leader Supriya Shrinate's remarks on Kangana Ranaut, leading to her denial of a Lok Sabha ticket. Explore the key points of the Queen-sized row between Kangana Ranaut and Supriya Shrinate in this comprehensive breakdown. #SupriyaShrinate #SupriyaShrinateInstaPost #SupriyaShrinatevsKanganaRanaut #KanganaRanaut #Mandi #LokSabhaElections #LokSabhaElections2024 #LSElections24 #LokSabhaCandidacy #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.124~HT.96~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:25Published
LS Polls 2024: Congress’ Supriya Shrinate, BJP's Dilip get Election Commission Notice | Oneindia [Video]

LS Polls 2024: Congress’ Supriya Shrinate, BJP's Dilip get Election Commission Notice | Oneindia

The Election Commission has issued show-cause notices to Congress leader Supriya Shrinate and the Bharatiya Janata Party's Dilip Ghosh over "derogatory" remarks against actor Kangana Ranaut, who is the BJP's candidate for Haryana's Mandi Lok Sabha, and Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. #LSPolls2024 #Congress #SupriyaShrinate #BJP #Dilip #ElectionCommission #Notice #PoliticalNews #IndiaElections #MamataBanerjee #PoliticalParties #ElectoralProcess #KanganaRanaut #Vote2024 ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 01:29Published
From Shakti to Kangana Ranaut, Will Congress Party's Remarks on Women Backfire?| Oneindia News [Video]

From Shakti to Kangana Ranaut, Will Congress Party's Remarks on Women Backfire?| Oneindia News

In the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, with 47 crore female voters, both BJP and Congress vie for their support. Recent controversies, like Supriya Shrinate's criticism of Kangana Ranaut's candidacy and Rahul Gandhi's remarks, highlight Congress's recurring challenges. BJP swiftly holds Congress accountable, putting it on the defensive. PM Modi criticises Congress's stance on women. As BJP capitalizes on this, Congress faces scrutiny over gender equality, exposing systemic issues within the party. #LokSabha #LokSabhaelections #WomanVoters #RahulGandhi #SurpiyaShrinate #KanganaRanaut #AishwaryaRai #Politics #NCW #Indianews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.102~GR.125~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 04:57Published
Kangana Ranaut Slams Offensive Post; Congress Shifts Blame to Alleged Parody Account| Oneindia News [Video]

Kangana Ranaut Slams Offensive Post; Congress Shifts Blame to Alleged Parody Account| Oneindia News

The BJP slammed Congress's Supriya Shrinate for an Instagram post targeting Kangana Ranaut, demanding her expulsion. Ranaut emphasized women's dignity in response, urging society to break free from prejudices. BJP leaders, including Shehzad Poonawalla and Amit Malviya, condemned the remarks, calling for swift action. #KanganaRanaut #Congress #SupriyaShrinate #BJP #Congress #AmitMalviya #ShehzadPoonawalla #LokSabhaElections #2024elections #Indianews #Bollywoodnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.125~HT.96~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:11Published

Bangalore Bangalore Capital of Karnataka, India

2nd hottest April ever in South, East India mean temp at 51-yr high

South India and east/northeast India experienced extreme heat in April, breaking records. Cities like Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Mumbai saw high temperatures. The..
IndiaTimes
LS Polls Phase 2 2024: Case filed against Tejasvi Surya, Over 60% voter turnout and more | Oneindia [Video]

LS Polls Phase 2 2024: Case filed against Tejasvi Surya, Over 60% voter turnout and more | Oneindia

A legal complaint has been lodged against Tejasvi Surya, the Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate from Bengaluru South and incumbent Member of Parliament, for allegedly appealing for votes based on religious affiliations. The Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer released a statement via the microblogging platform X, asserting that Mr. Surya had shared a video on social media explicitly soliciting votes on religious grounds. The case has been officially registered with the Jayanagar police station in Bengaluru. #LSPollsPhase2 #PMModi #AmitShah #RahulGandhi #Congress #BJP #TejasviSurya #VoterTurnout #Elections2024 #CaseFiled #DemocracyInAction #PoliticalEngagement #CitizenParticipation #ElectionUpdates #VoiceYourVote ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.155~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:03Published

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya booked for seeking votes on religious grounds

The case against Tejasvi Surya has been filed with Jayanagar police station in Bengaluru.
DNA
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya Speaks Out As Voting Commences in Bengalore| OneIndia [Video]

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya Speaks Out As Voting Commences in Bengalore| OneIndia

The Lok Sabha election's second phase commenced on April 26 across 89 constituencies in 13 states and Union territories. Polling starts at 7 am and ends at 5 pm. BJP Leader Tejasvi Surya, who has been re-appointed as BJP Candidate from Bengaluru South Expresses Confidence in his victory and believes Bengaluru Voters will turn out in large to vote. #LokSabhaElections #LokSabhaelectiosn2024 #LokSabhanews #SecondPhaselive #SecondPhaseVoting #LokSabhaupdates #LokSabhaLive #Politics #PMModi #RahulGandhi #Congress #BJP #NDA #INDIAalliance #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~HT.97~ED.102~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:32Published

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Know what's open, what's closed in Bengaluru tomorrow

A number of organisations, offices, and services in Bengaluru are scheduled to temporarily close on Friday as the state prepares for this momentous political..
DNA

Indian National Congress Indian National Congress Indian political party

'Our votebank is every Indian': Congress chief Kharge writes to PM Modi

In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mallikarjun Kharge, the Congress chief, expressed his concerns regarding the Prime Minister's recent..
IndiaTimes
LS Polls 2024: Former Telangana CM KCR barred from campaigning for 48 hours | Oneindia [Video]

LS Polls 2024: Former Telangana CM KCR barred from campaigning for 48 hours | Oneindia

On Wednesday, the Election Commission took action against former Telangana CM and BRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao, barring him from campaigning for 48 hours, effective from 8 pm today. This decision was made due to "derogatory and objectionable statements" made by Rao against the Congress party. The EC's action followed a complaint filed by Congress leader G Niranjan, prompting the commission to issue a notice to K Chandrashekar Rao. The EC noted that Rao had previously received several advisories and instructions regarding his speeches. #LSPolls2024 #TelanganaElections #KCR #CampaignBan #Elections2024 #KChandrashekarRao #ElectionBan #PoliticalNews #TelanganaCM #CampaignRestriction #PoliticalBan #ECAction #CampaigningBarred #ElectoralViolation #PoliticalSanction ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:17Published

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi Indian political party

Congress To Fight on 9 Seats in Tamil Nadu as DMK Eyes To Recreate 2019 Success| Oneindia News [Video]

Congress To Fight on 9 Seats in Tamil Nadu as DMK Eyes To Recreate 2019 Success| Oneindia News

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's DMK and ally Congress finalized a seat-sharing agreement, mirroring their successful 2019 formula. Congress secured nine seats in Tamil Nadu and one in Puducherry. DMK's alliance strategy aims to replicate past victories, with strategic seat allocations to allies like VCK and MDMK. The cohesive alliance, including MNM, underscores DMK's commitment to coalition politics for electoral success. #TamilNadu #CMStalin #DMK #Congress #RahulGandhi #MKStalin #Puducherry #Chennai #MDMK #LoKSabhaelections #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.152~ED.103~HT.95~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:51Published

Trinamool Congress Trinamool Congress Political party in India

TMC leader Kunal Ghosh alleges party's involvement in teachers recruitment scam

Kunal Ghosh accuses TMC of being aware of teachers recruitment scam pre-2021 polls. Partha Chatterjee's shift due to corruption info. Chatterjee apprehended for..
IndiaTimes

40 yrs on, BJP & TMC threaten to breach Ghani fort

Amidst shifting political landscapes in Malda, the legacy of Barkat da and ABA Ghani Khan Chowdhury remains influential. The battle for Malda North intensifies..
IndiaTimes

It’s better to vote for BJP than TMC in West Bengal, Adhir heard saying in video

Congress aims to defeat BJP in 2024, amidst controversy over Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury's alleged preference for BJP over TMC. TMC shared a disputed clip, sparking..
IndiaTimes

TMC removes Kunal Ghosh from the post of Bengal General Secretary

TMC removes Kunal Ghosh as General Secretary of the state organization for expressing views conflicting with party stance. Party emphasizes Ghosh's opinions as..
IndiaTimes

Related videos from verified sources

Supriya Shrinate on Opposition INDIA Alliance, says PM Modi is scared | Oneindia News [Video]

Supriya Shrinate on Opposition INDIA Alliance, says PM Modi is scared | Oneindia News

PM Modi lashed out at the INDIA alliance. PM Modi said that nothing happens by writing the name India, the terrorist organisation Indian Mujahideen also has India in its name. After this there was a..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 01:54Published
Monsoon Session: Opposition holds overnight protest in Parliament complex | Manipur | Oneindia News [Video]

Monsoon Session: Opposition holds overnight protest in Parliament complex | Manipur | Oneindia News

Members of the united opposition, INDIA, had marched out of the Rajya Sabha on Monday and have been sitting near the Gandhi statue in the Parliament complex overnight. The opposition's goal for the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 05:21Published
Opposition INDIA protests in Parliament on Manipur issue, seeks PM Modi’s statement | Oneindia News [Video]

Opposition INDIA protests in Parliament on Manipur issue, seeks PM Modi’s statement | Oneindia News

The third day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament saw yet another stormy start as the Opposition continued to corner the government on the Manipur issue. The recently formed INDIA alliance staged a..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 08:16Published