India  

'Not leaping to join BJP': Shashi Tharoor on his Operation Sindoor article; clarifies rumours

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Shashi Tharoor clarified that his praise for PM Modi's diplomatic efforts during Operation Sindoor doesn't signal a shift to the BJP. He emphasised national unity and India's interests as his motivations, highlighting the importance of cross-party solidarity in foreign policy. Tharoor's article sparked speculation amid Congress's criticism of the government's foreign policy.
0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
Video Credit: Oneindia - Published
News video: Viral:Tharoor Takes Down Pakistan in Fluent French at Moscow Meet;Calls Out Pakistan’s Terror Links

Viral:Tharoor Takes Down Pakistan in Fluent French at Moscow Meet;Calls Out Pakistan’s Terror Links 03:10

Shashi Tharoor went viral after delivering a scathing critique of Pakistan’s terror links — in fluent French — during a high-level meeting in Moscow with Russian lawmaker Leonid Slutsky. Responding to Slutsky’s remarks about a proposed anti-terrorism summit including Pakistan, Tharoor...

💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Shashi Tharoor Shashi Tharoor Indian politician, diplomat, and author (born 1956)

'People who are saying ... ': Shashi Tharoor hits back at Kerala Congress snub; responds to 'no longer one of us' remark

Shashi Tharoor faced backlash from Kerala Congress leaders who accused sohim of undermining the party line and siding with the Modi government. Tharoor..
IndiaTimes

'Should not be allowed to attend parliamentary party meetings': Congress leaders step up attack on Shashi Tharoor

The Congress party stepped up attack on Shashi Tharoor as the Parliament's monsoon session begins. Senior Kerala leaders urged Tharoor to resign on his own due..
IndiaTimes

Senior Congress leader makes BIG remark on Shashi Tharoor, says, 'Till he changes his stance...'

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Sunday hit out at party colleague Shashi Tharoor again, saying he will not be invited to any party programme in the..
DNA

Shashi Tharoor to be kept away from party events in T'puram: Congress leader

Amidst speculation surrounding Shashi Tharoor's standing within the Congress party, K Muraleedharan, a prominent Kerala functionary, announced the party's..
IndiaTimes

Bharatiya Janata Party Bharatiya Janata Party Indian political party

‘Hurts Islamic sentiments’: BJP slams Dimple Yadav’s attire at mosque; Akhilesh fires back

The BJP has strongly criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav for conducting a party meeting inside a mosque on Parliament Street, alleging that Dimple..
IndiaTimes

'Public swimming on streets': Delhi sees waterlogging and traffic snarls after heavy rain; BJP hails Minto Bridge fix

The BJP celebrated the Delhi government's success in preventing waterlogging at Minto Bridge during heavy rain, a location notorious for flooding. Despite the..
IndiaTimes

'We aren't enemies': Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis thanks opponents Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar - here's why

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray for their praise in 'Maharashtra Nayak', fueling reunion speculation. Fadnavis..
IndiaTimes

2025 India–Pakistan conflict Armed conflict in South Asia

Operation Sindoor talk in Parliament: Rajya Sabha to hold discussion on Pahalgam attack on Tuesday; 16-hour session planned

Rajya Sabha will hold a 16-hour discussion on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor next Tuesday. This follows two days of disruptions due to Opposition..
IndiaTimes

‘Serial borrower from the IMF’: India mocks Pakistan at UN; rebuts Islamabad's Kashmir, Indus Water Treaty claims

At the UN's 80th anniversary, India strongly criticized Pakistan for promoting cross-border terrorism, citing the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. India's..
IndiaTimes

Operation Sindoor aftermath: BSF ups drone shield along Pakistan border; first UAV squadron being raised to counter threat

The Border Security Force is establishing its first drone squadron to combat increasing aerial threats from Pakistan, especially after lethal drone attacks..
IndiaTimes

PM: Celebrate ‘Sindoor’ success; oppn demands prompt discussion

PM Modi declared India's retaliation against terrorist camps inside Pakistan a complete success, amidst opposition demands for discussions on "Operation Sindoor"..
IndiaTimes
PM Modi’s Vijay Utsav After Operation Sindoor:Declares 100% Success on India’s 22-Minute Deep Strike [Video]

PM Modi’s Vijay Utsav After Operation Sindoor:Declares 100% Success on India’s 22-Minute Deep Strike

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Operation Sindoor as a symbol of India’s rising military and strategic power, declaring a 100% success in eliminating terror camps deep inside enemy territory in just 22 minutes. Addressing the media ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, he called the session a "Vijay Utsav" and urged unity in celebrating India's decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Modi highlighted the precision and effectiveness of India’s armed forces. He also emphasized India’s rapid economic ascent, now the world’s 4th largest economy, as a reflection of national strength and global leadership. #OperationSindoor #IndiaStrikesBack #22MinuteStrike #ModiVictory #IndianArmedForces #CounterTerrorOperation #MonsoonSession2025 #IndiaDefense #EconomicRise #VijayUtsav #IndiaMilitaryPower #PahalgamAttack #StrategicStrength #IndiaOnRise #NationalUnity #IndiaRising #NationalPride #IndiaStrong #DefencePower #StrategicVictory #OneIndiaNews ~HT.410~ED.102~GR.124~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 18:36Published

Narendra Modi Narendra Modi Prime Minister of India since 2014

'Had strong pro-China stance': After rough relations, ex-President Mohamed Nasheed on India-Maldives ties ahead of PM Modi's visit - here's what he said

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed affirmed the nation's commitment to an "India-first foreign policy," highlighting past fluctuations between pro-China..
IndiaTimes

'Kya bolenge PM, ki Trump ne...': LoP Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi again over US President's repeated 'ceasefire' claims

This comes after a recent statement made by Donald Trump, where he repeated his claims of "stopping the war between India and Pakistan" in the name of trade..
DNA

'Daal mein kuch kaala hai’: Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi over Trump’s 'ceasefire' claim; calls for discussion in Parliament

Rahul Gandhi has directly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence on Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and..
IndiaTimes

PM leaves for London: India & UK set to sign free trade pact; Modi to meet Starmer, King Charles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-nation visit, starting with the United Kingdom from July 23-24, followed by a state visit to the Maldives from..
IndiaTimes

'They shot down five planes': Donald Trump repeats India-Pakistan ceasefire claim for 25th time; Congress calls it 'silver jubilee'

US President Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for averting a potential "nuclear war" between India and Pakistan, asserting US intervention halted escalating..
IndiaTimes

You Might Like


Related videos from verified sources

Dalai Lama at 90: China’s Challenge and the Future of Tibetan Leadership [Video]

Dalai Lama at 90: China’s Challenge and the Future of Tibetan Leadership

As the Dalai Lama turns 90, he declares his successor will not be born in China—defying Beijing’s succession claims. China, which once called Tibetan Buddhism “poison,” insists it will approve..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:30Published
VIDEO: Shashi Tharoor SHOCKED As Son Grills Him On PAK | "Asking in Personal Capacity" Says Ishan [Video]

VIDEO: Shashi Tharoor SHOCKED As Son Grills Him On PAK | "Asking in Personal Capacity" Says Ishan

In a lighthearted yet sharp moment during a press conference in New York, Shashi Tharoor was questioned by none other than his son, Ishan Tharoor of The Washington Post. With a smile, Tharoor quipped,..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 06:01Published
Bhutto FACT-CHECKED at UN Over 'Muslim Vilification' Lie | Journalist EXPOSES Anti-India Claim [Video]

Bhutto FACT-CHECKED at UN Over 'Muslim Vilification' Lie | Journalist EXPOSES Anti-India Claim

Pakistan's Bilawal Bhutto Zardari faced an awkward moment at a UN press briefing after a journalist fact-checked his claim that India was "demonising Muslims" following the Pahalgam terror attack...

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 04:03Published

Related news from verified sources

Congress Demands Clarity on Trump-India Trade Deal Amid Concerns Over Ceasefire Leverage

Following President Trump's announcement of an impending trade deal with India, Congress is demanding transparency from the Modi government. They seek...
IndiaTimes

Madhya Pradesh Congress To Begin Execution Of ‘Organisation Creation Campaign’ From June 10

 Over 60 observers appointed by the All India Congress Committee (AICC) along with PCC (Pradesh Congress Committee) will start visiting in districts assigned to...
Zee News

'Led to abrupt end of Op Sindoor': Cong takes jab at Centre as Trump teases 'great' trade deal with India

Amidst Donald Trump's announcement of an impending 'very big deal' with India, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticised the Centre, linking it to the...
IndiaTimes