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Topic: Amethi

Smriti Irani & the BJP have ensured Rahul Gandhi needs to fight for Amethi this time

The response to BJP president Amit Shah’s roadshow in Amethi indicated that Congress chief Rahul Gandhi is facing a battle against union minister Smriti Irani.

In photos: Amit Shah tells UP to choose between dynasty and development as he backs Smriti Irani

Saturday saw BJP president Amit Shah carry out a roadshow for Smriti Irani, the party's candidate to take on Congress chief Rahul Gandhi in Amethi.

How Priyanka is making up for Rahul, Sonia absence in Amethi & Rae Bareli

With Congress president Rahul Gandhi busy touring other states, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has been handling the campaign in Amethi and Rae Bareli, Sonia Gandhi's seat.

In photos: Priyanka charms Amethi for brother Rahul Gandhi

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the general secretary for Congress party's east UP wing, took to the streets of Amethi to garner votes for brother Rahul who is seeking a re-election.

Congress sees ‘sniper’ threat in ‘green light’ incident with Rahul, govt calls it reflection

After a ‘green light’ was pointed at Rahul Gandhi in Amethi, Congress seeks probe while home ministry says reflection of AICC cameraman’s phone.

Contesting from 2 constituencies simultaneously: Waste of resources or democratic freedom?

Congress president Rahul Gandhi’s decision to contest 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Wayanad and Amethi has led to a debate on politicians wasting public money.

Rahul Gandhi to also contest from Wayanad, Congress confirms

Gandhi will also fight from Kerala's Wayanad amid speculation that Congress is worried about Amethi. BJP says this gives it another weapon to target him.

Amethi set for a stiff contest with Irani in fray, Congress looks for safer 2nd seat for Rahul

There is growing speculation that Congress president may also contest at Wayanad in Kerala, a seat deemed safe for the party.

Rahul Gandhi will stay out of UP as Priyanka Vadra takes charge of Congress campaign

The Congress president is likely to spend most of his time on the campaign trail outside UP, except for a rally or roadshow in his constituency, Amethi.

Rahul Gandhi accuses PM Modi of lying about inaugurating ordnance factory in Amethi

Congress president Rahul Gandhi says he had laid the foundation stone in 2010 for the same ordnance factory Modi was in Amethi for over the weekend.

On Camera

Trump’s 100% pharma tariffs call for Indian firms to reimagine drug exports. Act quickly

If the US is attempting to force localisation, India should respond aggressively with a proactive agenda. Here’s how.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

India looks to procure more S-400/S-500 air defence systems from Russia

The 2018 contract with Russia for 5 S-400 systems had a follow-on clause for 5 more. S-400 was described as a 'game-changer' for shooting down 5 Pakistan fighter jets during Op Sindoor.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.