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'Special day for my family': Shashi Tharoor on how he got his name on Mahashivaratri

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 26 February 2025
Shashi Tharoor revealed he was named after Lord Shiva's crescent due to his birth on Mahashivratri. He shared this personal detail amidst speculations of tension with Congress leadership, following his recent interactions and dissatisfaction over his role. Tharoor's recent actions, including praise for Kerala's Left government, indicate ongoing friction within the party.
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