Mallikarjun Kharge: News
Mallikarjun Kharge is a senior politician from Karnataka, belonging to the Indian National Congress (INC). He is a Member of Parliament in Rajya Sabha, representing Karnataka, and the Leader of the Opposition of the Upper House as of 2021. He is known for winning a record 10 consecutive elections, including nine straight victories in the Karnataka Assembly polls. A graduate in law, he briefly practiced as a junior lawyer before contesting for his first Assembly election in 1972 from Gurmitkal on a Congress ticket. In 1976, he was appointed as the Minister of State for Primary Education in the Karnataka Government. During his term, he ensured that 16,000 vacant positions reserved for SC/ST teachers were filled. In 2009, Kharge won his first Lok Sabha election from Gulbarga and was appointed the Minister of Labour and Employment (2009-13). Later, during 2013-14, he served as the Minister of Railways. He was appointed the Leader of the Congress in Lok Sabha in 2014, a post he presided over until 2019. Kharge suffered his first electoral defeat in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Gulbarga.
SC agrees to hear petitions challenging Bihar electoral roll revision
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a batch of petitions challenging the Election Commission of India's (ECI) decision for a special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar.
'Modi is first for some': Kharge's jibe at Shashi Tharoor
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday took a dig at party leader Shashi Tharoor over his recent praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
BJP rigged Maharashtra elections, claims Rahul Gandhi in op-ed
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of manipulating the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections.
PM Modi to chair Council of Ministers meeting this week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a Council of Ministers meeting on June 4 at 4:30pm, India Today reported, citing sources.
'What does Congress want': Kiren Rijiju backs Tharoor
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has come out in support of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who is facing backlash from his party for backing the government on 'Operation Sindoor.'
SC grants Ashoka University professor bail, but probe to continue
The Supreme Court has granted interim bail to Ashoka University Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, who was arrested by the Haryana Police over his social media posts about 'Operation Sindoor.'
Former Atomic Energy Commission Chairman MR Srinivasan passes away
Former Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) Chairman, MR Srinivasan, passed away on Tuesday. He was 95 years old.
Congress named 4 for global outreach, Tharoor not included
The Indian National Congress submitted a list of four names for an all-party delegation to explain India's position on terrorism from Pakistan. However, senior leader Shashi Tharoor's name was missing from the list.
Congress to hold 'Jai Hind Sabhas' to honor armed forces
The Congress party has announced it will hold Jai Hind Sabhas across the country from May 20-30 to salute the bravery and achievements of the armed forces.
Colonel Qureshi from 'terrorist community,' says BJP minister; then apologizes
Madhya Pradesh Tribal Welfare Minister Vijay Shah has sparked a controversy with comments that were seen as a disrespectful reference to Colonel Sofiya Qureshi.
BJP MP criticizes opposition's call for special Parliament session
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey has slammed the opposition for demanding a special Parliament session after India's recent ceasefire agreement with Pakistan.
Karnataka Congress posts Gandhi's quote encouraging peace, then deletes it
The Karnataka Congress on Wednesday shared a quote by Mahatma Gandhi on X, promoting peace, only to delete it within hours.
'PM Modi received intel 3 days before Pahalgam attack': Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi was tipped off about a possible terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir three days before the Pahalgam attack.
'Right to be heard': Court issues notice to Rahul, Sonia
A Delhi court has sent formal notices to Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald money laundering case.
Congress shares 'headless poster of Modi'; ex-Pakistan minister reshares it
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reacted sharply after the Congress party shared a controversial poster, apparently referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Congress urges Modi to call special session on Pahalgam attack
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene a special session of Parliament in light of the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 dead.
Congress issues gag-order after leaders' controversial comments on Pahalgam attack
The Congress leadership has issued a directive prohibiting its members from making statements in public deviating from the party line on the recent Pahalgam terror attack in J&K.
'Live up to...responsibility:' India rebukes Bangladesh over Hindu leader's murder
India has lodged a strong diplomatic protest to Bangladesh over the abduction and murder of Bhabesh Chandra Roy, a prominent leader of the Hindu minority in northern Bangladesh.
Rahul to launch 'Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan' aimed at revamping party
Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will launch the Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan on Tuesday.
Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Who supports and who opposes it?
The Lok Sabha is all set for a heated battle as the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is scheduled for discussion on Wednesday.
₹259cr spent on foreign visits: Who pays for Modi's trips
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits from May 2022 to December 2024 cost ₹258.9 crore, the government informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.
'Take back words': Kharge apologizes after row over 'thokenge' comment
The Rajya Sabha descended into chaos on Tuesday after Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge made a statement that appeared to be a slip of the tongue to the chair.
Rajasthan BJP leader ignites controversy by calling Congress MLA 'Pakistani'
A recent session of the Rajasthan Assembly was shrouded in controversy when BJP MLA Gopal Sharma called Congress MLA Rafiq Khan a "Pakistani."
US plane carrying 119 Indian immigrants lands in Amritsar
A United States military aircraft, carrying 119 Indian immigrants, landed at Amritsar International Airport on Saturday.
Waqf bill report tabled in Rajya Sabha amid opposition uproar
The Joint Parliamentary Committee Report on the Waqf (Amendment) bill was tabled in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday amid massive protests by the opposition.
'Chup baith..': Kharge loses cool after BJP MP interrupts speech
A heated exchange broke out in the Rajya Sabha on Monday between Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Neeraj Shekhar.
'Kumbh stampede not...very big incident': Hema Malini's remarks spark row
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and actor Hema Malini has stirred controversy by calling the recent Maha Kumbh stampede "not a very big incident."
Crisis in Karnataka Congress as Shivakumar's group eyes CM's chair
The Congress party in Karnataka is facing an internal crisis with State President DK Shivakumar's faction eyeing the CM's post.
Complaint against Sonia Gandhi over 'poor thing' remark on President
A complaint has been filed against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi in a Bihar court for her remarks against President Droupadi Murmu.
'Band-aid for bullet wounds': Rahul Gandhi slams Union Budget 2025
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has slammed the Union Budget 2025, terming it a "band-aid for bullet wounds."
'Won't go to heaven...': Kharge reacts to Shah's holy dip
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has stirred a controversy with his comments on Union Home Minister Amit Shah's holy dip at the Maha Kumbh Mela on Monday.
'One Nation One Party' being imposed on 140cr Indians: Kharge
In his Republic Day message, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the ruling party of trying to impose a "one nation one party" system on India's diverse population.
BJP has vested interest in keeping Manipur on boil: Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of having a vested interest in keeping Manipur unstable.
Explained: What is state funeral, what rules govern it
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was given a state funeral on Saturday at the Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi.
Manmohan Singh's final journey; to be cremated with state honors
The funeral procession of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh started from the Congress headquarters on Saturday.
Pranab Mukherjee's daughter slams Congress amid Manmohan Singh memorial row
Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee, has slammed the Congress over its demand for a separate memorial for former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.
'Space will be allocated...': Centre amid tussle over Manmohan's memorial
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has said a spot will be reserved for a memorial to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died on Thursday at 92.
Former PM Manmohan Singh passes away
Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh has passed away. He was 92.
BJP accuses Congress of displaying 'distorted' India map in Belgavi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Congress party of displaying a "distorted" map of India on posters celebrating the centenary of the 1924 Congress session in Belagavi, Karnataka.
Scuffle breaks out between Congress, AAP, BJP councilors in Chandigarh
A scuffle broke out at the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation meeting on Tuesday between councilors of the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar 'disgraceful': Manipur Congress leader
Manipur Congress leader Gaikhangam Gangmei has slammed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent remarks on BR Ambedkar, calling them "disparaging and disgraceful."
'Flawed selection process...': Congress on NHRC panel chief appointment
Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have expressed their dissent against the recent appointment of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) chairperson and members.
Can Rahul Gandhi be arrested for Parliament scuffle
The Delhi Police has filed a First Information Report (FIR) against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi after a scuffle broke out in Parliament.
Winter session ends today; everything that has happened so far
The Winter Session of the Parliament will end on Friday after four weeks of severe disruptions and protests.
Opposition's motion to remove Dhankhar as Rajya Sabha chairman rejected
The deputy chairman of the Rajya Sabha has rejected the opposition's no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, citing a lack of 14-day notice and Dhankhar's incorrect spelling.
Congress leaders get X notice for sharing Shah's 'edited' video
A political storm has been stirred between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress over a video of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's speech about BR Ambedkar.
Trinamool MP moves privilege notice against Shah over Ambedkar remarks
Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament Derek O'Brien has moved a privilege notice against Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks on Dr BR Ambedkar in the Rajya Sabha.
'Can never speak against Ambedkar...': Shah on Parliament remark
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has accused the Congress party of twisting his Rajya Sabha remarks during a Constitution debate.
Congress vs BJP in Parliament over Shah's Ambedkar 'fashion' remark
Parliament proceedings faced disruptions on Wednesday as Congress objected to Union Home Minister Amit Shah's comments on BR Ambedkar during his Rajya Sabha speech.
'Her English is good as...she attended JNU': Kharge jibes Sitharaman
A heated exchange broke out in the Rajya Sabha on Monday between Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge during a debate on the Constitution of India.
Nana Patole seeks to step down as Maharashtra Congress chief
Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole has reportedly sought to be relieved of his post.
'Poised...thought on her feet': Congress leaders laud Priyanka's debut speech
Congress MP from Wayanad, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, delivered her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha on Friday.
Chaos in parliament again as BJP questions Congress-Soros relationship
The Rajya Sabha was adjourned on Thursday again after a fiery exchange between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress over allegations of a Congress-billionaire George Soros connection.
'Forced to take step': Opposition on no-trust move against Dhankhar
The Congress-led opposition moved a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday, alleging partisan functioning of the House.
Opposition moves no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman
The Congress-led Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) has moved a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar.
High-level probe launched after cash bundle found in Rajya Sabha
A high-level investigation has been launched after a cash bundle was found on the seat of Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi in the Rajya Sabha.
'Lock and key...': Singhvi's dig amid cash row in Parliament
A controversy has erupted in the Rajya Sabha after a bundle of cash was allegedly found at Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi's seat.
Kharge dissolves entire Uttar Pradesh Congress unit
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has dissolved the entire Uttar Pradesh Congress unit, including the Pradesh, district, city, and block committees.
'Infighting hurting Congress': Kharge schools own party at key meet
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has called for unity and discipline within the party at a recent Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting.
Hemant Soren takes oath as Jharkhand CM for 4th time
Hemant Soren took the oath of office as the Chief Minister of Jharkhand for the fourth time on Thursday.
Soren to take oath as Jharkhand CM today: Details here
Hemant Soren will be sworn in as the 14th Chief Minister of Jharkhand on Thursday.
'There's one at...Modi's house': BJP responds to EVM tampering allegations
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national spokesperson Sambit Patra on Wednesday hit back at Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge after he protested against the use of voting machines (EVMs) and suggested a return to ballot paper.
Winter Session begins today: Manipur, Waqf Bill may spark uproar
The winter session of Parliament will begin on Monday and will to conclude on December 20.
'You have failed..': Kharge slams Modi over continuing Manipur violence
Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge has slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rampant violence in Manipur.
'Even toilet..reserved for PM?': Kharge alleges favoritism toward BJP leaders
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of delaying opposition leaders' helicopters in Jharkhand on Saturday.
Modi thinks I carry blank Constitution...since...he never read it: Rahul
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has hit back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his allegations that the Constitution book he carries is blank.
Karnataka minister's 'racist' comment against Kumaraswamy sparks row
Karnataka Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan has faced backlash for making a racially insensitive remark against Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy.
'Fake promises': Modi attacks Congress after Kharge's 'budget-based guarantees' remark
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, accusing it of making unrealistic promises which remain unfulfilled.
BJP seeks apology from Kharge-Rahul over Congress's poll guarantees' 'confession'
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has demanded an apology from Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi.
Make poll promises you can keep: Congress chief raps Karnataka
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has advised the Karnataka government and other Congress units in poll-bound states to keep their promises in line with fiscal realities.
As 'door locked,' Kharge waited outside during Priyanka's nomination: Congress
The Congress has responded to allegations by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was made to wait outside during Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's nomination filing for the Wayanad by-polls.
'Kharge insulted at Priyanka's nomination filing...': BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday released a video showing Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge looking through the door of the room where Priyanka Gandhi Vadra was submitting her nomination papers for Wayanad.
J&K L-G approves new Cabinet resolution for restoration of statehood
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has approved a resolution passed by the cabinet led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, urging the central government to restore statehood to the Union Territory (UT).