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‘Dead economy’ remark: Kiren Rijiju’s ‘not a child’ jibe at Rahul Gandhi; calls out ‘anti-India’ stance

IndiaTimes Friday, 1 August 2025
Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju criticized Rahul Gandhi for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" remarks, deeming it an "anti-India" stance. Rijiju urged Gandhi to act with the dignity expected of an opposition leader, rather than attacking the government. Gandhi had listed reasons for India's economic decline, blaming Modi's policies and alleging favoritism towards Adani.
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