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Rahul Gandhi Backs Trump’s ‘Dead Economy’ Jibe on India — Statement Backfires Amid National Outrage [Video]

Rahul Gandhi Backs Trump’s ‘Dead Economy’ Jibe on India — Statement Backfires Amid National Outrage

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has stirred controversy after endorsing Donald Trump’s recent comment calling India a “dead economy.” Gandhi said he was “glad Trump stated a fact,” drawing sharp criticism from across the political spectrum. What was intended as a dig at the Modi government quickly backfired, with critics accusing Gandhi of siding with a foreign leader to malign India on the global stage. #RahulGandhi #TrumpDeadEconomy #DeadEconomyComment #RahulBacksTrump #IndianEconomyDebate #RahulGandhiSpeech #TrumpIndiaRemark #RahulVsModi #RahulGandhiControversy #EconomyPoliticalRow #RahulTrumpRemark #IndianEconomyCrisis #CongressVsBJP #RahulGandhiNews #TrumpIndiaEconomy #DeadEconomyClaim #RahulGandhiPolitics ~PR.152~HT.408~ED.420~GR.122~

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Congress vs Congress: Rahul Gandhi backs Donald Trump’s ‘dead economy’ remark; Rajeev Shukla pushes back saying 'US Prez is wrong'

A public disagreement erupted within the Congress party after Rahul Gandhi supported Donald Trump's assertion that the Indian economy is "dead." Rajeev Shukla, a..
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Trump’s 25% tariffs on India: Congress' 'maun vrat' jibe at PM Modi; asks this is how your 'friend' rewarded our country?

The Congress party has strongly criticized Prime Minister Modi, alleging compromised national interests after President Trump imposed tariffs and penalties on..
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'Big blow': Chidambaram's jibe at PM Modi after Trump’s 25% tariff move; asks what happened to MIGA + MAGA?

US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25% tariff on Indian imports sparked criticism. Congress leaders like P Chidambaram questioned the effectiveness of..
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Will Congress government in Telangana bring Muslim quota in reservation? CM Revanth Reddy says...

Is the Revanth Reddy-led Congress government of Telangana considering a Muslim quota in education and jobs? Is religion-based reservation allowed in the Indian..
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Durga Puja preparation: Bengal govt to give Rs 1.10 lakh grant to each committee; Mamata Banerjee holds meeting

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared a Rs 1.10 lakh grant for each registered Durga Puja committee, continuing the state's annual financial..
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'Saffron terror narrative fell flat': BJP corners Congress after Malegaon blast acquittals, demands apology

A special NIA court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blasts case, citing lack of evidence. BJP leaders slammed the Congress for fabricating the..
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Pragya Thakur, 6 Others Walk Free in Malegaon Blast Case—After Shah's ‘No Hindu...Terrorist' Remark [Video]

Pragya Thakur, 6 Others Walk Free in Malegaon Blast Case—After Shah's ‘No Hindu...Terrorist' Remark

Seventeen years after the deadly 2008 Malegaon blast rocked Maharashtra, a special NIA court in Mumbai has acquitted all seven accused — including BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit — citing lack of concrete evidence. The judgment came just one day after Union Home Minister Amit Shah told the Rajya Sabha that "no Hindu can ever be a terrorist." The court emphasized that terrorism has no religion and that justice cannot be based on public perception or moral bias. This landmark verdict reignites debates on communal narratives, judicial process, and political influence in terror trials. #MalegaonBlast #PragyaThakur #AmitShah #HinduTerror #CourtVerdict #BreakingNews #IndiaPolitics #NIA #JudicialSystem #TerrorismDebate #CommunalPolitics #JusticeInIndia Also Read 2008 Malegaon Blast: Here Is The Timeline of The Case :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/2008-malegaon-blast-here-is-the-timeline-of-the-case-7816633.html?ref=DMDesc Pragya Thakur Makes Bhopal Girl Watch ‘The Kerala Story’, She Elopes With Muslim Days Later :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/pragya-thakur-makes-bhopal-girl-watch-the-kerala-story-she-elopes-with-muslim-days-later-3570005.html?ref=DMDesc BJP MP Pragya Thakur booked in Karnataka over 'keep your knives sharp' remark :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/bjp-mp-pragya-thakur-booked-in-karnataka-over-keep-your-knives-sharp-remark-3505152.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.178~PR.274~GR.125~ED.346~

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2008 Malegaon blast case verdict: Ex-BJP MP Pragya Thakur, Lt Col Prasad Purohit and 5 other accused acquitted

All seven accused acquitted in 2008 Malegaon blast case verdict. NIA Special court judge delivered the verdict today, July 31.
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Trump’s 25% tariff on India: Opposition fires at PM Modi, govt; here's who said what

Donald Trump's tariff announcement triggered reactions from Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's economic policies. Asaduddin..
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'We may have to walk away': Shashi Tharoor on 'unreasonable' demands by US; says India is not out of options

Shashi Tharoor voiced serious concerns over Trump's proposed tariffs on India, warning of potential damage to trade relations. He highlighted the..
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Parliament Monsoon session: Congress gagged Shashi Tharoor, Manish Tewari, suggests PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi suggested that Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari were silenced by the Congress leadership regarding Operation Sindoor, despite their prior..
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Op Sindoor debate: How Tharoor took centre stage in LS; PM hints at Cong leader being 'sidelined'

Amidst heated debates in Lok Sabha regarding Operation Sindoor, Shashi Tharoor's silence became a focal point. Despite leading a delegation to the US to garner..
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'If you don't understand my silence ...': Fresh rift within Congress? Manish Tewari responds to question on cryptic post

Congress MP Manish Tewari's cryptic social media posts have ignited speculation about internal divisions within the party, particularly regarding national..
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Guess Which YouTuber Shared This Thirst Trap?

Turn your Tuesday up with this swole shot of a famous YouTuber ... Can you guess who he is? You get a few clues only ... then it's on you to bring him on home!..
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Indian Youtuber Arrested in Turkey for Derogatory Remarks on Women | What really transpired? [Video]

Indian Youtuber Arrested in Turkey for Derogatory Remarks on Women | What really transpired?

Indian YouTuber Malik SD Khan, known online as Malik Swashbuckler, was arrested in Turkey after his offensive videos sparked outrage. The clips showed him making sexu@l remarks, insulting Turkish locals, and using derogatory Hindi slurs, believing they wouldn’t be understood. One viral video included a threat toward a Turkish guide. Following public backlash and legal complaints, Malik deleted the videos and issued an apology in Turkish. His actions have ignited cross-border condemnation and reignited debates on content creator accountability. #MalikSwashbuckler #YouTuberArrested #TurkeyNews #SocialMediaOutrage #ContentAccountability #DigitalEthics #IndiaTurkey #PublicBacklash #InfluencerNews #MalikControversy #ApologyVideo #OffensiveContent #ViralScandal #CreatorResponsibility #InternetReacts #YouTubeIndia #CrossCulturalRespect #MalikSDKhan #InfluencerArrest #OnlineConduct #DesiYouTubers #RespectCultures #YouTuberBacklash #TurkishPolice #InternationalScandal #InternetShame #ViralVideoFallout #TurkishJustice #ApologizePublicly #CulturalSensitivity #ContentWarning Also Read Erdogan Reaffirms Support For Islamabad Amid India Tensions: 'Long live Pakistan-Turkiye Friendship' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/erdogan-reaffirms-support-for-islamabad-amid-india-tensions-long-live-pakistan-turkiye-friendship-4163705.html?ref=DMDesc India Slams Turkey For Backing Pak, Urges Action Against Cross-Border Terrorism: 'Relations Are Built On...' :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-slams-turkey-for-backing-pak-urges-action-against-cross-border-terrorism-relations-are-buil-4160853.html?ref=DMDesc Bengaluru’s Wholesale Cloth Merchants Halt Imports from Turkey, Azerbaijan Amid National Outrage :: https://www.oneindia.com/bengaluru/bengaluru-s-wholesale-cloth-merchants-halt-imports-from-turkey-azerbaijan-amid-national-outrage-4156025.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~ED.420~

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Is Donald Trump bullying India with Pakistan oil deal? Will New Delhi surrender, stop buying Russian oil?

Will the new US tariff on India and increasing bonhomie with India's main adversary, Pakistan, with an oil deal, change the political dynamics of South Asia? By..
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LoP Rahul Gandhi agrees with Donald Trump calling Indian economy 'dead', says glad US president 'stated a fact'

Rahul Gandhi further questioned PM Modi over several of Trump's statements, such as his claims of mediating a "ceasefire" between India and Pakistan, loss of..
DNA
BREAKING: Trump’s Pro-Pakistan Pivot |Rewards Pakistan, Hits India With Penalties Over Russian Deals [Video]

BREAKING: Trump’s Pro-Pakistan Pivot |Rewards Pakistan, Hits India With Penalties Over Russian Deals

In a dramatic and controversial trade move, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major oil partnership with Pakistan just hours before slapping India with a harsh 25% tariff and an additional penalty. While praising Pakistan’s “massive oil reserves,” Trump hinted that the oil might one day be sold to India—ironically, after penalising New Delhi for its trade practices and energy ties with Russia. Trump accused India of having “obnoxious trade barriers” and being the “largest buyer of Russian energy,” saying these actions were “not good” while Russia continues its war in Ukraine. The stark contrast between Trump rewarding Pakistan and punishing India—one of the U.S.'s strategic partners—has raised eyebrows globally. Critics say Trump is punishing allies and appeasing others for transactional gain, even at the cost of long-term diplomatic trust. #Trump #India #Pakistan #USIndiaRelations #TradeWar #OilDeal #TrumpTariff #MAGA #RussiaUkraine #Geopolitics #SouthAsia #Modi #TrumpSnubsIndia #EnergyPolitics #USPakistanDeal #TradeDeficit #TariffWar #TrumpControversy #BreakingNews #IndiaUS

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