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Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi is the Congress leader and has been representing the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency since 2019. In the 2019 Lok Sabha Election, Rahul Gandhi won the Wayanad seat by defeating Communist Party of India (CPI) candidate PP Suneer with a margin of 4,31,770 votes. However, Gandhi was defeated by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Smriti Zubin Irani from his family's stronghold Amethi with a margin of 55,120 votes in the 2019 polls. Rahul Gandhi won three consecutive elections from Amethi in 2004, 2009 and 2014. He defeated Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) candidates Chandra Parkash Mishra Matiyari and Asheesh Shukla in the 2004 and 2009 polls respectively from Amethi. Rahul Gandhi again won the Amethi constituency in 2014 by defeating Smriti Zubin Irani with a margin of 1,07,903 votes. Gandhi was the president of the Congress party from 2017 to 2019.

Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi accuses Centre of blocking LoP meetings with foreign dignitaries: 'They are insecure'
India | Dec 04, 2025, 01:10 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin will reach New Delhi today for his two-day India visit. It’s unclear whether he will meet the leaders of Opposition parties. However, no such meeting has been mentioned in the Russian President's itinerary in a notification released by the MEA.
'Dog is the main topic today...': Rahul Gandhi reacts to Renuka Chowdhury bringing pet to Parliament
India | Dec 02, 2025, 07:36 PM IST
A stray dog carried into Parliament by Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury sparked an unexpected political storm during the Winter Session. Rahul Gandhi's sharp reaction added momentum to the debate as both sides exchanged criticisms.
Parliament Winter Session 2025: Both Houses adjourned for the day
India | Dec 02, 2025, 06:55 PM IST
The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the second consecutive day over Opposition protests on the SIR exercise currently underway in 12 states and Union Territories.

Parliament Winter Session: LS, RS adjourned for the day amid Oppn's uproar over SIR | Highlights
India | Dec 01, 2025, 08:33 PM IST
Ahead of the session, the government convened an all-party meeting on Sunday to build consensus with Opposition parties and ensure the smooth functioning of the House. The meeting was attended by 50 leaders from 36 political parties.
Fresh FIR filed in National Herald Case, Sonia and Rahul Gandhi charged with criminal conspiracy
India | Nov 30, 2025, 11:05 AM IST
The Economic Offences Wing of Delhi Police has filed a new FIR against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. This FIR names them along with six other individuals and three companies as accused.
Congress blames internal squabbling, NDA's Rs 10k scheme for women for Bihar debacle in key meet
Bihar | Nov 29, 2025, 03:37 PM IST
The Congress leaders blamed the late ticket distribution, and internal squabbling and differences within the party for its loss in the Bihar elections during the meeting with Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge in New Delhi.

National Herald Case hearing adjourned: Delhi court defers ED chargesheet cognisance to December 16
India | Nov 29, 2025, 10:26 AM IST
National Herald money laundering case: The chargesheet names Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, Sam Pitroda, Dubey, Sunil Bhandari, Young Indian and Dotex Merchandise Pvt Limited.
Congress blames seat-sharing delay, NDA's Rs 10000 bonanza and 'malpractices' for Bihar rout
India | Nov 27, 2025, 11:37 PM IST
Discussions were also held with key state leaders on the factors behind the heavy electoral setback. Those present included Bihar Congress president Rajesh Ram, AICC Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru, MPs Akhilesh Prasad Singh and Tariq Anwar, as well as Purnia’s Independent MP Pappu Yadav.
Congress using foreign-based X accounts to 'set narrative' against PM Modi, RSS: BJP
India | Nov 27, 2025, 04:00 PM IST
BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra said Congress MP Rahul Gandhi wants to incite a civil war in India. He questioned Gandhi for speaking against constitutional organisations in abroad and said time has come to 'reject' and 'sideline' the Congress leader.

SIR an 'imposed oppression': Rahul Gandhi slams Centre, Election Commission over BLO deaths
India | Nov 23, 2025, 11:38 PM IST
In a long post in Hindi on micro-blogging website X, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said the SIR has caused chaos in the country, while also terming the exercise a 'conspiracy' to 'sacrifice' democracy and protect those in power.
272 former judges, bureaucrats pen open letter against Rahul Gandhi for undermining EC's credibility
India | Nov 19, 2025, 12:50 PM IST
A group of 272 eminent citizens, including judges, retired bureaucrats, and retired armed forces officers, has written an open letter condemning the Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi and the Congress for allegedly attempting to tarnish constitutional bodies such as the Election Commission.
Congress issues show-cause notices to 43 party leaders amid Mahagathbandhan's Bihar poll debacle
Bihar | Nov 18, 2025, 05:12 PM IST
Those asked to explain their conduct include former minister Veena Shahi, AICC member Madhurendra Kumar Singh, former state unit general secretary Kaisar Khan, ex-MLA Sudhir Kumar, and former MLC Ajay Kumar Singh. All have been directed to respond to the notices within the time given by the party.

Bihar elections: Mayhem in RJD after Rohini Acharya quits party, meetings held in Patna | Highlights
Bihar | Nov 15, 2025, 11:14 PM IST
The NDA has triumphed decisively in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, securing 202 of the 243 seats. With this victory, Nitish Kumar is set to begin his fifth consecutive term as Chief Minister, though the final decision on the post has sparked intense speculation.
'Bangkok is calling': BJP mocks Rahul Gandhi over Bihar poll disaster, extends Children's Day wishes
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 11:49 PM IST
The NDA delivered a stunning performance in the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections, securing a commanding 202 seats. Among the coalition's constituents, the BJP emerged as the single largest party, capturing 89 seats.
Voter Adhikar Yatra fails to boost Mahagathbandhan's poll prospects as NDA triumphs along route
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 11:09 PM IST
While Congress and its allies maintained that the yatra was not intended to influence the elections, many viewed it as a political pitch aimed at energising the Mahagathbandhan base.

Where is Rahul Gandhi? Social media bashes Congress leader for abandoning party amid Bihar defeat
Trending | Nov 14, 2025, 09:50 PM IST
Bihar elections 2025: As the NDA heads towards a landslide victory in the state, social media was flooded with memes and posts asking about Gandhi’s whereabouts.
Rahul Gandhi reacts to Bihar election loss: 'Result truly surprising, polls were unfair'
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 09:48 PM IST
Bihar Assembly Election Results 2025: Rahul Gandhi also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to those people in Bihar, who voted for the grand alliance in the assembly elections.
BJP pokes fun at Rahul Gandhi over Mahagathbandhan rout in Bihar: 'Kabhi dhoop, kabhi chaon'
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 11:29 PM IST
The NDA is heading towards a massive victory in Bihar, with the alliance maintaining lead in 201 of 243 seats. The Mahagathbandhan alliance, on the other hand, is ahead only in 36 seats, down by 74 compared to 2020.
Bihar Election: No takers for Rahul Gandhi's 'vote chori' pitch as Congress sinks bellow 2020 tally
Bihar | Nov 14, 2025, 01:36 PM IST
Rahul Gandhi's "vote chori" pitch failed to energise Congress voters, leading to a disappointing performance for the party in the Bihar Assembly elections 2025. The results shows Congress' deepening crisis and the urgent need for strategic restructuring in Bihar.
Red Fort blast: Rahul Gandhi reacts to tragic Delhi incident, 'I stand with the bereaved families'
Delhi | Nov 10, 2025, 11:31 PM IST
A tragic car blast took place at the Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi, killing and injuring several people. Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi reacted to the blast and stated, "I stand with the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones".