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Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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Topic: Congress-BJP

Alienating Hindus broke Congress. It must win them back to survive

The decline of Congress is not a simple tale of corruption or regionalism alone. At its core, it is the story of a party that lost the trust of the Hindu masses who once sustained it.

BJP has perfected the art of hacking hearts and minds—not EVMs

Instead of harping on the stale narrative of EVM tampering, the Congress should concentrate on finding a way to hack into the minds of the people—which the BJP has done.

Maharashtra results send a clear message—people want prosperity, not papaji ki jaagir

It is apparent that years of Congress misrule and empty promises—hawa mein baatein, as it’s said in Hindi— have rendered the party a toothless tiger in the polls.

Fact Check: Video being shared as BJP-Congress fight in Manipur from 2016 debate on Afghan TV channel

In the 19-second clip, 2 men are seen arguing, punching each other. The video is being shared on social media as 'BJP vs INC' fight but is from a debate aired on 1TV Kabul in 2016.

‘Deliberate strategy:’ Congress slams BJP over Jyoti Mirdha’s remarks on ‘change in Constitution’

In the video, Mirdha could be heard saying ‘several tough decisions need to be taken in the country’s interest. We have to make constitutional amendments for them.’

Only person in Congress who recalls Rajiv’s contributions to India is Mani Shankar Aiyar

Just like BJP supporters don't praise Vajpayee enough because of his refusal to fully embrace Hindutva, Congress supporters fret when asked about Rajiv Gandhi’s achievements.

‘I don’t care’ — Rahul Gandhi responds to Modi’s ‘moorkhon ke sardar’ remark

Speaking at a rally in poll-bound Chhattisgarh, the Congress leader said the abuses do not make any difference to him as his only aim is to help the poor.

Congress-BJP bonhomie, for a change: Sukhu hails support from Himanta, Dhami over flood aid

Himanta donated Rs 10-cr on behalf of Assam govt, Dhami contributed Rs 5-cr on Uttarakhand govt's behalf for victims of monsoon-related disasters that ravaged Himachal in July-August.

Congress and BJP unite in Punjab with fiery response to Nijjar row, Akali Dal more measured

Amid India-Canada diplomatic standoff, BJP and Congress leaders from Punjab have slammed Justin Trudeau's alleged support for pro-Khalistan extremists. Akali Dal emphasises ‘resolution’.

Congress says Modi, not Shah, should convene all-party meet on Manipur, slams PM’s ‘silence’

Day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah called for an all-party meeting on 24 June to discuss Manipur violence, Congress asks why it is being held while PM Modi is out of India on a US visit.

On Camera

India can’t fight Trump tariffs with emotion. Smart talks, sector relief, reforms are key

India must reduce its overdependence on the US by cultivating alternative markets—concluding the EU FTA, advancing the UK deal, and exploring entry into the CPTPP, the open, rules-based bloc of Japan, Korea, and Australia.

Amid Trump’s tariff bombs, India’s business with America surged while imports from Russia dipped 10%

As India-Russia trade decreases, India's April-July exports to the US this year increased by 21% compared to last year & imports from the US grew by 12%.

China pushes for separation of border issue from larger bilateral ties at 24th round of talks with India

New Delhi: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Tuesday pushed for a “dual-track” progress for ties with India, separating economic ties from the boundary question,...

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?