New Delhi: Congress leader and MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Shashi Tharoor, like many others, was exasperated by the rain, washing out the India-New Zealand semi-final World Cup match Tuesday. He also made a fun equivalence of English rain with Brexit.
So rain drenches #OldTrafford! British rain is like the #Brexit process: it just goes on & on, & every time you think the sun might just break through, the mess starts all over again. How on earth did the English invent a game that requires eight hours of sunshine a day?
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) July 9, 2019
Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi has found something to celebrate: 10 million followers on Twitter. He is also finally going on his first visit to Amethi in Uttar Pradesh, the constituency he lost to BJP’s Smriti Irani. What delayed you, sir?
10 Million Twitter followers – thank you to each and every one of you! ??
I will celebrate the milestone in Amethi, where I will be meeting our Congress workers & supporters today.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) July 10, 2019
MLA from Vadgam, Gujarat, Jignesh Mevani is disturbed by the rising trend of violence in the country – and his state. And of course, he is right to be disturbed.
When will India’s youth ever have the choice and freedom to marry, love and roam freely with any partner of their choice? This murder happened IN FRONT of @GujaratPolice officials! And when will we bring an end to this mob culture that defies rule of law!https://t.co/XsdDGqbPhQ
— Jignesh Mevani (@jigneshmevani80) July 9, 2019
Congress leader Digvijaya Singh calls for the government to take action against the spread of fake news.
June 2019: Misinformation fomenting communal hatred returns post election – Alt News
Would Govt of India please take note of this and control such blatant Fake News which is spoiling the Communal Harmony of the Country? https://t.co/HHbTTCGXhJ— digvijaya singh (@digvijaya_28) July 10, 2019
Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar is not happy with Congress MPs disrupting Rajya Sabha proceedings to discuss the Karnataka crisis since it’s a ‘state matter’.
और बीजेपी पर पोचिंग का आरोप लगा रहे है।
अभी कांग्रेस बगावत करने वाले विधायको को मिनीस्टरशिप का प्रस्ताव दे रही है इस तरह की रिपोर्ट है। हताशा में सदन बंद करना यह अच्छा नहीं है, चर्चा होनी चाहिए हम हर चर्चा का स्वागत करते है। @DDNewsLive @rajyasabhatv @INCIndia @INCKarnataka— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) July 10, 2019
In translation: Congress is not allowing Rajya Sabha to continue proceedings, the Karnataka topic is a state topic which cannot be presented here. Congress leaders are blaming their own people and resigning, this is their personal matter and they are blaming the BJP for poaching. Now there are reports that Congress is offering ministership to rebel MLAs. Shutting down the house due to desperation is not good, it should be discussed. We are open to all discussion.
The Karnataka political saga continues. Karnataka BJP chief B.S. Yeddyurappa is protesting outside the Vidhan Sabha, demanding resignation of Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy. And, in Mumbai, Congress leader Milind Deora joins Karnataka Irrigation Minister D.K. Shivakumar outside a hotel, where the rebel MLAs are staying—only to be detained by the police.
ಸರ್ಕಾರ ಅಲ್ಪಮತಕ್ಕೆ ಕುಸಿದಿರುವ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳು ರಾಜೀನಾಮೆ ನೀಡಬೇಕೆಂದು ಆಘ್ರಹಿಸಿ ವಿಧಾನಸೌಧದ ಮಹಾತ್ಮ ಗಾಂಧೀಜಿ ಪ್ರತಿಮೆಯ ಬಳಿ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನೆ ನಡೆಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ನಮ್ಮ ಶಾಸಕರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು. pic.twitter.com/ezcFVzyb6g
— B.S. Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) July 10, 2019
In translation: Protests were held near the statue of Mahatma Gandhiji in the Vidhan Sabha, demanding the resignation of the chief ministers in the event of the government’s collapse. Our legislators were present on this occasion.
मैं होटल के बाहर @DKShivakumar जी के साथ हूं। मेरा कर्नाटक के विधायकों से अनुरोध है कि वह बैंगलोर लौटकर संवैधानिक तरीके से मामले को सुलझाएं।
यहां पर धारा 144 भी लगा दी गई है। बीजेपी, महाराष्ट्र में अपनी ताकत का दुरुपयोग कर ओछी राजनीति कर रही है। यह उनकी सुनियोजित साजिश है। pic.twitter.com/GjBotD2xts
— Milind Deora मिलिंद देवरा (@milinddeora) July 10, 2019
In translation: I am outside the hotel with DK Shivakumar ji. I request Karnataka MLAs to return to Bangalore and resolve the matter in a peaceful manner. Section 144 has also been imposed here. BJP Maharashtra is misusing its power and practicing shallow politics. This is a pre-planned conspiracy on their part.
United States President Donald Trump is obsessing over India’s high trade tariffs, while, as presidential candidate Kamala Harris pointed out, immigrants in his own country endure horrific human rights violations. Trying to divert attention from troubles at home, sir?
This president has created a culture where people think it’s okay to vilify immigrants and their families. Now we’re seeing human rights abuses being committed by our government at our southern border. #CloseTheCampshttps://t.co/xYdR6LTseq
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) July 9, 2019
India has long had a field day putting Tariffs on American products. No longer acceptable!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 9, 2019
Clearly a big fan of Sunil Gavaskar, Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr Harsh Vardhan enthusiastically wished the cricket legend on his 70th birthday.
'लिटिल मास्टर' के नाम से मशहूर, क्रिकेट इतिहास के महान खिलाड़ियों में से एक और पद्मभूषण व अर्जुन अवार्ड समेत कई पुरस्कारों से सम्मानित श्री सुनील गावस्कर जी को जन्मदिन की अनेक शुभकामनाएं। @Sunil_Gavaskar @BCCI #SunilGavaskar pic.twitter.com/oV1chzYgsw
— Dr Harsh Vardhan (@drharshvardhan) July 10, 2019
In translation: A very happy birthday to the man popularly known as ‘little master,’ one of the foremost players in the history of cricket and a Padma Bhushan and Arjuna award winner – Sunil Gavaskar.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah also greeted Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on his birthday. The two praised Singh fulsomely for his many contributions to the Armed Forces. Wasn’t he just sworn in a month ago?
विनम्र, कर्मठ एवं परिश्रमी नेता और केंद्रीय मंत्रिमंडल में वरिष्ठ सहयोगी राजनाथ सिंह जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक बधाई। वे रक्षा मंत्री के रूप में देश की सेना को लगातार सशक्त करने में जुटे हुए हैं। मैं उनके दीर्घायु होने और स्वस्थ जीवन की कामना करता हूं। @rajnathsingh
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 10, 2019
In translation: Happy birthday to Rajnath Singh, a humble, hardworking and industrious leader and senior colleague in the Union Cabinet. He is constantly working to strengthen the country’s army as Defense Minister. I wish him a long and healthy life.
देश के रक्षामंत्री और पार्टी के वरिष्ठ नेता श्री @rajnathsingh जी को जन्मदिन की शुभकामनाएँ। विभिन्न पदों पर रहकर भाजपा को मजबूत करने में उनका महत्तवपूर्ण योगदान है। राजनाथ जी के नेतृत्व में हमारी सेनाओं को और बल मिला है। मैं उनके स्वास्थ्यपूर्ण जीवन व दीर्घायु की कामना करता हूँ।
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 10, 2019
In translation: Wishing our country’s defence minister and distinguished minister Shri Rajnath Singh a very happy birthday. He has performed a strong role in strengthening BJP by occupying various roles in the party. Under Rajnathji’s leadership the armed forces have been strengthened. I pray for his good health and long life.
Former women and child development Minister Maneka Gandhi is excited to launch her children’s book that is meant to help kids face their ‘monsters’. A takeaway from your previous portfolio, ma’am?
My children’s book, ‘There’s a Monster under my Bed!’, has been shortlisted in the top 10 nominations for the Jarul Picture Book Awards. pic.twitter.com/JF8dmILi4l
— Maneka Sanjay Gandhi (@Manekagandhibjp) July 9, 2019
With inputs from Pia Krishnankutty