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NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Congress Expels Digvijaya Singh's Brother For Remarks On Rahul Gandhi
The Congress on Wednesday expelled former Madhya Pradesh MLA Laxman Singh, who is brother of ex-chief minister Digvijaya Singh, from the primary membership of the party for six years for "anti-party activities". The action against Laxman Singh, also a five-time MP, came after he repeatedly made "derogatory" remarks against party leader Rahul Gandhi. The Congress had earlier issued a show cause notice against him saying why action should not be taken against him for his remarks. "Congress president has expelled Laxman Singh, former MLA, Madhya Pradesh, from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress for a period of six years with immediate effect due to his anti-party activities," Tariq Anwar, member secretary of the Congress' Disciplinary Action Committee, said in a statement. The statement did not elaborate based on what "anti-party activities" it had acted against Laxman Singh. The MP Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) had made a recommendation to the party leadership for initiating action against him for his alleged anti-party activities and the matter was sent to the Disciplinary Action Committee of the AICC. Laxman Singh has been a five-time MP and three-time MLA from Madhya Pradesh. He was first elected to the state legislature in 1990. He became an MP for the first time in 1994 from Rajgarh. He switched to the BJP in 2004 when he was elected to the Lok Sabha again. He returned to the Congress fold in 2013. Last month, the Congress issued a show-cause notice to Laxman Singh, younger brother of party veteran Digvijaya Singh, saying his "derogatory" remarks targeting senior party leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have "crossed all acceptable limits". It said his remarks have caused "serious damage" to the party's "image and dignity". On April 25, Laxman Singh had attacked the party leadership in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack. "Rahul Gandhi and Robert Vadra are naive. The country is suffering the consequences of their immaturity," he had said during a condolence meeting organised to pay tributes to the Pahalgam victims. The notice was issued to Laxman Singh on May 9 by party's Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) member secretary Tariq Anwar. It said, "This is to bring to your notice that a complaint has been received from MP Congress chief Jitu Patwari and All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary in-charge of MP Harish Chaudhary regarding your repeated public statements that have caused serious damage to the image and dignity of the Congress." "It has been further noted that your recent statement has crossed all acceptable limits, particularly the derogatory and disrespectful remarks directed at senior party leadership, including the Honourable Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Shri Rahul Gandhi," the notice said. On April 25, Laxman Singh had also targeted Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, saying he could be "in cahoots with terrorists". Targeting Vadra, he had said, "Robert Vadra's statement that the terrorists attacked because they did not allow Muslims to offer namaz on the road is not only irresponsible but also a statement that poses a threat to the security of the country. I am saying all this in front of the camera, so that no one is confused. Congress should think 10 times before speaking, otherwise the public will answer in the elections."
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Congress expels Digvijaya's brother, ex-MP Laxman after post-Pahalgam remarks
Bhopal: The Congress on Wednesday expelled former Madhya Pradesh MLA Laxman Singh from primary membership of the party for six years for 'anti-party activities'. A five-time member of Parliament (MP) and a three-time MLA, Laxman Singh is the younger brother of senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Digvijaya Singh. After the Pahalgam terror attack, he had targeted leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Robert Vadra and Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah during a protest against terrorism in Raghogarh, Guna on April 24. Laxman Singh had said, 'Omar Abdullah is involved with terrorists, Congress should immediately withdraw its support to him in Jammu and Kashmir.' He also attacked Robert Vadra, saying, 'The statement of Rahul Gandhi's brother-in-law says that Muslims are not allowed to offer namaaz on the road, so the terrorists attacked. How long will we tolerate his childish statements? Rahul Gandhi should also speak very thoughtfully. Such incidents are happening due to his foolishness.' Laxman Singh had also said, 'I was saying this in front of the camera, if Congress wants to expel me then they should do so.' 'Congress president has expelled Laxman Singh, former MLA, Madhya Pradesh, from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress for a period of six years with immediate effect due to his anti-party activities,' Tariq Anwar, member secretary of the Congress' Disciplinary Action Committee, said in a statement. The statement did not elaborate based on what 'anti-party activities' it had acted against Singh. The state Congress had made a recommendation to the party leadership for initiating action against him for his alleged anti-party activities and the matter was sent to the Disciplinary Action Committee. Congress media in-charge Mukesh Nayak said, 'Laxman Singh's expulsion is a big message that discipline is for everyone in the party. His primary membership has also been cancelled. Many times Laxman Singh has made statements that made the party uncomfortable.' Meanwhile, BJP spokesperson Hitesh Bajpai said, 'Laxman Singh was speaking the truth, he was trying to bring Congress on the right path but, Congress likes arrogant people. Congress is captured by such people who want to run it like a company. Laxman Singh did a brave job. He should continue doing that.' On the question of joining BJP, he said that, it is his personal matter, BJP has nothing to do with it.
Mint
2 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Congress expels Digvijaya Singh's brother for 6 years over 'derogatory' remarks against Rahul Gandhi, Robert Vadra
The Congress expelled Madhya Pradesh leader and former Member of Parliament (MP) Laxman Singh for six years on 11 June for making 'derogatory' remarks against Rahul Gandhi and Robert Vadra. Singh is the brother of senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Digvijaya Singh. According to a press statement by the Congress party, Singh has been expelled "with immediate effect" from the party due to his 'anti-party' activities. The All India Congress Committee's (AICC) disciplinary committee recommended that Laxman Singh be expelled for his 'repeated public statements against the leadership.' Singh has been expelled "with immediate effect" from the Congress party due to his 'anti-party' activities, according to a press statement by the party. Laxman Singh, 70, is a five-term Lok Sabha Member of Parliament and a three-term Member of the Legislative Assembly. Laxman Singh was thrice elected to the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly: from 1990 to 1992, 1993 to 1994, and in 2018. In 1994, Singh was elected to the 10th Lok Sabha in a by-election. He won the second term in the 11th Lok Sabha in the 1996 Parliamentary election and was elected to the 12th Lok Sabha in the 1998 general elections and in bypolls in 1999. He always won these terms from Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency as a Congress candidate. Singh, however, switched sides and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha (2004-2009) from Rajgarh seat again. But he lost the election for the 15th Lok Sabha, when Congress defeated BJP in Rajgarh constituency. Laxman returned to the Congress in January 2013. The Congress had issued a show-cause notice to Singh, saying his "derogatory" remarks targeting senior party leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have "crossed all acceptable limits". It said his remarks have caused "serious damage" to the party's "image and dignity". Singh triggered a row on 25 April when he dubbed Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's businessman husband, Robert Vadra, 'naive', claiming that the country is 'suffering the consequences of their immaturity.' Days after the 22 April Pahalgam terror attack, Laxman had lashed out at the remarks by Robert Vadra who said that the terrorists gave a message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that 'Muslims are feeling weakened' in India. Laxman said Vadra's statement 'poses a threat to the security of the country". 'Robert Vadra's statement that the terrorists attacked because they did not allow Muslims to offer namaz on the road is not only irresponsible but also a statement that poses a threat to the security of the country. I am saying all this in front of the camera, so that no one is confused. Congress should think 10 times before speaking, otherwise the public will answer in the elections," Laxman had said. The notice was issued to Laxman Singh on 9 May by the party's Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) member secretary Tariq Anwar. "This is to bring to your notice that a complaint has been received from MP Congress chief Jitu Patwari and AICC general secretary in-charge for MP Harish Chaudhary regarding your repeated public statements that have caused serious damage to the image and dignity of the Congress," it read.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Digvijaya Singh's Brother Laxman Expelled From Congress After Remarks On Rahul Gandhi
Last Updated: Digvijaya Singh's brother Laxman Singh had said that Rahul Gandhi and Robert Vadra should mind words before making public statements about Pahalgam terror attack. Days after Congress leader Laxman Singh made remarks on Rahul Gandhi and Robert Vadra, party president Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday expelled him for six years, citing 'anti-party activities". The party's move comes weeks after Singh dubbed Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi's husband, Robert Vadra, 'naive", claiming that the country is 'suffering the consequences of their immaturity". Announcing his expulsion from the party, Congress said, 'Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has expelled Laxman Singh, Former MLA, Madhya Pradesh, from the primary membership of the party for a period of six years due to his anti-party activities". Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has expelled Laxman Singh, Former MLA, Madhya Pradesh, from the primary membership of the party for a period of six years due to his anti-party activities. — ANI (@ANI) June 11, 2025 What Had Laxman Singh Said About Rahul Gandhi, Robert Vadra? Days after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 civilians were killed, the Congress leader had lashed out at the remarks by Robert Vadra — who said that the terrorists gave a message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi that 'Muslims are feeling weakened" in India — stating that the businessman's statement 'poses a threat to the security of the country". 'Robert Vadra's statement that the terrorists attacked because they did not allow Muslims to offer namaz on the road is not only irresponsible but also a statement that poses a threat to the security of the country. I am saying all this in front of the camera, so that no one is confused. Congress should think 10 times before speaking, otherwise the public will answer in the elections," he had said. First Published: June 11, 2025, 13:29 IST
Business Standard
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
The Power of the crown returns: INDIE ROYAL MISS & MRS INTERNATIONAL 2025 Concludes grandly in Thailand
VMPL Pattaya [Thailand], May 22: Indie Royal MISS MRS INTERNATIONAL 2025 marked its grand return with Season 10, celebrating "The Power of the Crown" at the opulent Garden Cliff Resort & Spa, Pattaya. The international finale, held on April 26, 2025, witnessed a dazzling evening of glamour, talent, and empowerment as women from across the globe competed for the coveted titles. The pageant reflects Indie Royal's larger vision--"To create women warriors worldwide"--encouraging aspirants to dream big, break barriers, and embrace their true potential. The grand finale was judged by an esteemed panel of jury members, including: - Mr. Laxman Singh, President - Indian Community, Pattaya - Jatuporn summart - Pol col advisor to the commission on industry - Prinya Pal Singh, Advisor to Member of Parliament, Pattaya City - Executive Producer - Aryan Films - Mr. Siddu Reddy, Philanthropist & Founder - Kamdakatla's KSR Projects - Mr. Soumya Shankar Bose - Social Worker & Activist - Mr Dinker Rao - Film Director and Producer - Suphanan goldsmith - Founder of pattaya future group - Vandana Gupta - Ramp Dress Designer On this occasion Roli Tripathi, Founder & show director said "Indie Royal is more than a pageant; it's a movement that celebrates the strength, diversity, and reinvention of modern women. Season 10 of Indie Royal MISS & MRS INTERNATIONAL has once again showcased the incredible power and potential of women from around the globe. We believe in creating 'women warriors' who dare to dream big and break barriers, and this year's finalists are a testament to that vision. We are thrilled to provide them with a platform to shine and embark on exciting new journeys" Over 20 finalists from various parts of the globe showcased their passion, resilience, and cultural richness. Contestants hailed from sectors like Information Technology, Law Enforcement, Education, Healthcare, Services, and even dynamic home managers--truly representing the multifaceted nature of modern women. Each finalist received a subtitle award on this prestigious international platform. The participants were supported throughout their journey with various interventions like mental health sessions, grooming, public speaking, etc to help them realise their true potential. Indie Royal offers more than a title--it opens doors. These winners shall be featured in upcoming web series and music videos, setting them on the path to fame and professional recognition. OFFICIAL RESULTS - INDIE ROYAL MISS & MRS INTERNATIONAL 2025 Category 1 - Indie Royal MISS INTERNATIONAL 2025 Winner - Teena Deshmukh First Runner-up - Mahalakshmi K Second Runner-up - Silvasha Lal Category 2 - Indie Royal MRS INTERNATIONAL 2025 Winner - Sujata Gurung First Runner-up - Palak Singh Second Runner-up - Amrata Tripathi Category 3 - Ms INTERNATIONAL CLASSIC 2025 Winner - Sharon Carmel Fernandes First Runner-up - Laxmi Singh Chauhan Second Runner-up - Heeral Pericaliyaa Category 4 - Ms INTERNATIONAL Curvy 2025 Winner - N S Saumya Indie Royal continues to stand as a beacon of women empowerment, diversity, and reinvention, redefining pageantry not just as a competition, but as a movement. As their motto goes, "You are never too late to reinvent yourself"--and the success of Season 10 proves just that. About Pageants Indie Royal Queen Indie Royal MISS & MRS India is a prestigious international pageant that champions women empowerment, diversity, and reinvention. Founded by Roli Tripathi, the platform encourages women from all walks of life to dream big, break barriers, and embrace their true potential. Going beyond traditional pageantry, Indie Royal provides guidance, training, and mentorship, offering winners opportunities in web series and music videos, setting them on a path to fame and professional recognition. With the motto "You are never too late to reinvent yourself," Indie Royal continues to redefine pageantry as a powerful movement for women worldwide. They have done 9 seasons and have impacted lives of more than 1Lac women by imparting different trainings during the outreach programs. Some of their winners have experienced life changing opportunities in various walks of life.
