- The BJP is facing demands for an apology regarding attacks on the current Education Minister, Pralhad Joshi, and is accused of stalling legislative proceedings.
- Political tensions rise as the opposition protests in India, with Congress challenging the Education Minister and leaders trading accusations against the BJP.
The INDIA bloc demanded the resignation of the Election Commission, amid political clashes between Rahul Gandhi and Kiren Rijiju.
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The INDIA bloc demanded the resignation of the Election Commission, amid political clashes between Rahul Gandhi and Kiren Rijiju.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Rahul Gandhi spoke on electoral machinery issues, which the BJP subsequently weaponized in its IT machinery.Sub-event
INDIA bloc demands EC resignation; leaders trade accusations over political narratives.1 source
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- Ramdev commented on the protests against government handling, referencing Pralhad Joshi's community and RSS.
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Rahul Gandhi
Indian politician (1970-present)
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Congress Party
minor defunct political party in Barbados
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Bharatiya Janata Party
right-wing political party in India
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election commission
body which oversees elections
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