
Shashi Tharoor Shares Photo of 'Twin' Peacock at His Home
Indian politician Shashi Tharoor posted a picture of a 'handsome' peacock at his residence, humorously referring to it as his 'twin' and a 'Shiv bhakt' (devotee of Shiva).
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Indian politician Shashi Tharoor posted a picture of a 'handsome' peacock at his residence, humorously referring to it as his 'twin' and a 'Shiv bhakt' (devotee of Shiva).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized opposition parties, particularly the Congress, for the defeat of the women's reservation bill, accusing them of 'female foeticide' and 'petty politics.' Opposition leaders, in turn, slammed Modi's address, calling it 'partisan' and a 'decoy.'

A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.

US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that the United States has begun "the process of clearing the Strait of Hormuz" and verbally attacked again the countries that rejected his request to carry out...

An opinion piece by Shashi Tharoor highlights that India mines a minimal amount of gold annually while importing hundreds of tons, draining foreign exchange reserves.

Indian politician Shashi Tharoor has criticized AI-generated deepfake videos of himself, labeling them as 'fake news.' He expressed disappointment that many social media users believed the fabricated remarks attributed to him.

Shashi Tharoor advised against lowering standards following Mallikarjun Kharge's controversial remark that people in Kerala cannot be misled, unlike "illiterate" people in Gujarat. Kharge made the comment at an election rally on Sunday.
During an election campaign event in Wandoor, Kerala, the convoy of politician Shashi Tharoor was blocked near the Thiruvalli Chellithodu bridge, and a security staffer was attacked.

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that US-Iran 'indirect talks' are taking place through messages relayed by Pakistan, with Pakistan successfully intervening to prevent Israel from targeting senior Iranian officials Abbas Aragchi and Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.

The departure of Pradyut Bordoloi from the Assam Congress has exposed internal party issues, which reportedly began with his support for Shashi Tharoor in the Congress presidential election.

Shashi Tharoor stated he is not a candidate for Chief Minister in the upcoming Kerala elections, emphasizing the need for the CM to be elected from among MLAs.

Shashi Tharoor's argument for India's 'responsible' silence on the West Asia war has drawn debate, with critics questioning his position on the conflict.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has reiterated he is not contesting the upcoming Kerala assembly elections and believes the Chief Minister post should be held by an elected MLA.

The Airline Pilots’ Association of India has flagged concerns regarding pilot fatigue, particularly highlighting issues like the extension of Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) for Boeing 787 operations amidst the West Asia conflict.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has criticized Prime Minister Modi over the rise in LPG prices, attributing the crisis to the Centre's 'lack of planning,' and has announced a Trinamool Congress (TMC) rally to protest the issue.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Om Birla as an 'excellent Speaker' of the Lok Sabha, praising his impartiality and leadership ahead of a no-confidence motion.

Congress Lok Sabha MP Shashi Tharoor penned an open letter responding to a recent assessment by Mani Shankar Aiyar regarding his political positions and character.


Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has firmly rejected accusations that his public praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi indicates a shift in political loyalty or has contributed to internal friction

Shashi Tharoor, in a separate post on X, had a "small linguistic question" - what happens now to the terms "Keralite" and "Keralan" for the "denizens" of the new "Keralam".

Shashi Tharoor has raised questions about the implications for terms like 'Keralite' and 'Keralan' following the Union Cabinet's approval to change the name of Kerala to Keralam.
The Union Cabinet has reportedly approved renaming Kerala to 'Keralam', following a state assembly resolution. This move, aimed at reflecting the name in Malayalam, has sparked a linguistic debate. Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor humorously questioned the new terms for residents, asking how people from the state now would be referred to, and what happens to terms like “Keralite and Keralan”.
Om Birla has initiated the formation of global 'Friendship Groups' involving various leaders, including Shashi Tharoor and Asaduddin Owaisi, to foster international parliamentary relations.

Shashi Tharoor has strongly refuted Union Minister Kiren Rijiju's claim that he privately agreed the Congress party is anti-women. Tharoor stated he has multiple witnesses to confirm his denial of the alleged conversation.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor shared a lighthearted exchange with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, where Rijiju conceded Tharoor couldn't be labelled anti-women.

In an opinion piece, Shashi Tharoor argues that the emerging new world order requires a credible architect, asserting that India is uniquely positioned to claim this leadership role. He outlines the nation's potential to influence global dynamics.

Kryeministri Edi Rama, i pyetur për turizmin këtë vit dhe pasojat e luftës në Lindjen e Mesme, u shpreh nga Durrësi ku zhvilloi takim me strukturat e PS në këtë qark se, vendet që po e pësojnë nga…

Shashi Tharoor's opinion piece questions why India, despite sitting on 500 million tons of gold ore, mines very little annually and instead imports hundreds of tons, draining foreign exchange reserves.

Despite internal party disagreements, MP Shashi Tharoor is actively leading the Congress party's campaign efforts and roadshows in Kerala, India.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor stated that the United Democratic Front (UDF) would come to power in Kerala, citing a strong anti-incumbency mood among the people after campaigning in 59 constituencies.

Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari have publicly diverged from their party's official stance regarding the ongoing war in the Middle East and LPG policy.

Shashi Tharoor writes about the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) U-turn on the Sabarimala issue, suggesting it offers a lesson for religious reform.

India's ruling BJP party has openly praised Congress MP Shashi Tharoor for supporting the government's position on the Iran war, while simultaneously criticizing opposition leader Rahul Gandhi.

Indian politician Shashi Tharoor has expressed a 'rare view' that Parliament should prioritize discussions over disruptions, highlighting concerns about its current functioning.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor stated that India, with its significant stakes in the Gulf region's energy security, must advocate for peace in the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Exuding confidence of a UDF victory, Mr. Tharoor said there is 10 years of anti-incumbency against the LDF government

Shashi Tharoor's opinion piece highlights ten major crises ailing Kerala, including a debt trap and a significant exodus of youth, criticizing the current administration's failures.


Indian politicians Shashi Tharoor and Mani Shankar Aiyar are publicly clashing over Tharoor's remarks on the Iran-US conflict, with Aiyar criticizing Tharoor's position as a 'moral surrender'.

NDTV Powerplay Keralam LIVE Updates: As Kerala's political conversation intensifies ahead of the elections, NDTV PowerPlay Keralam brings together the leaders and ideas shaping the state's political future

Indian politician Shashi Tharoor writes an opinion piece emphasizing India's high stakes in West Asia and urges Delhi to advocate for diplomacy and de-escalation in the region.


Shashi Tharoor has extolled the installation of Rajaji’s statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan, expressing his admiration for Rajaji’s convictions and his support for the Swatantra Party.

In a post on X, Shashi Tharoor wrote, "I'm truly pleased to see Rajaji honoured by a statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan..
The BJP has accused the Congress of disrupting the AI Impact Summit to damage India's global image, alleging the protest was directed by Rahul Gandhi. Youth Congress workers staged a demonstration, raising slogans against the Prime Minister, leading to detentions. BJP leaders condemned the act as an attempt to embarrass India on the world stage.

India's Vizhinjam Port in Kerala is being highlighted for its crucial role as a transhipment hub, particularly amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Political figures like Shashi Tharoor have praised the port's strategic importance.


Shashi Tharoor has weighed in on the death of a Kerala BDS student, supporting allegations from the victim's parents and friends. They claim the student faced 'relentless verbal abuse, casteist slurs, threats, and deliberate academic sabotage' from faculty.

Speaking to NDTV, Azar said, "We don't trust the Pakistanis. And I think that, you know, don't get over-enthusiastic to the degree that the Americans trust them.

Shashi Tharoor told NDTV that he sees 'no BJP factor' in the Kerala elections and believes the ground momentum indicates a change in government.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks about Kerala voters being 'educated and clever' unlike those in Gujarat have sparked sharp criticism from the BJP, with MP Shashi Tharoor urging higher political standards.

Two individuals have been arrested in Kerala's Wandoor area after Congress MP Shashi Tharoor was allegedly obstructed and verbally abused by a group of youths during his election campaign.

Shashi Tharoor is highlighted as a crucial figure for the Congress party in Kerala politics, particularly for the upcoming 2026 assembly elections and his consistent success in Lok Sabha polls from Thiruvananthapuram.

Indian politician Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticized a new Transgender bill, labeling it a 'deeply regressive proposal' due to concerns including the proposed removal of provisions that recognize self-identified gender.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has expressed his long-standing preference for peaceful resolutions in West Asian conflicts. He described the ongoing war as "futile" and questioned its continuation.

Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP of creating riot-like conditions in Delhi amidst fears of Eid violence, following the Uttam Nagar murder of Tarun. The Delhi High Court has since issued notices to police and government, instructing them to take all permissible actions to ensure a peaceful and dignified Eid and not be lax on violence threats.

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, called the resignation of senior Congress leader and Nagaon Lok Sabha MP Pradyut Bordoloi "unfortunate".

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stated that the upcoming Kerala elections will be a battle between the LDF and UDF, asserting that the BJP remains a 'zero-seat party' in the state and lacks the strength to be a kingmaker.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expects to miss the final two weeks of Parliament to campaign for the Kerala Assembly elections, noting the critical importance of the polls and his strong attendance record.

A 15-year-old girl was killed and her parents severely injured in a Russian attack on a village near Chernihiv, Ukraine, which also damaged two residential buildings.

Ranaut slammed the opposition for protesting the LPG cylinder crisis and hailed PM Modi's leadership, highlighting India's progress amid global uncertainties.


Kerala has historically served as a bridge between the east and the west. It is time we ceased being merely a bridge — and started being the destination. A destination where the best of the world is adapted, improved, and offered back to humanity with a distinctly Malayali touch.

The renaming of "Kerala" to "Keralam" is not just a "trivial" issue to focus on when key issues are going unattended, it also jettison's a name with far more antiquity, senior Congress leader and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has told NDTV.

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor raised a 'linguistic question' regarding the terms 'Keralite' and 'Keralan' after the Centre approved Kerala's name change to 'Keralam'.

The Union Cabinet has approved the Kerala government's resolution to rename the state from 'Kerala' to 'Keralam' under Article 3 of the Constitution of India.
Shashi Tharoor lauded the installation of C. Rajagopalachari's bust at Rashtrapati Bhavan, which replaced a statue by Lutyens.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed admiration for Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra following their meeting at the Harvard India Conference.