Shashi Tharoor praises PM Modi’s energy, dynamism; Calls him 'prime asset' for India
New Delhi: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has once again drawn attention with his pointed praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "prime asset for India" in the context of India's diplomatic outreach under Operation Sindoor.
Writing in a column for The Hindu, Tharoor highlighted Modi’s dynamism and willingness to engage as crucial strengths that enhance India's global standing. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi's energy, dynamism and willingness to engage remain a prime asset for India on the global stage, but deserve greater backing," Tharoor wrote.
Tharoor’s remarks come shortly after his return from the diplomatic outreach as part of Operation Sindoor, an initiative aimed at rallying international support for India's position on Pakistan and cross-border terrorism. His inclusion in the delegation had sparked political friction between the Congress and the BJP, particularly after Tharoor publicly commended the government’s efforts.
Reflecting on the delegation’s visit to the United States, Tharoor also took a subtle dig at Pakistan. "Even as a Pakistani delegation was simultaneously present, we found US representatives, including those who met the Pakistani officials, echoing our concerns and urging decisive action against terror groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed," he wrote in the column.
"We consistently highlighted the severity of the threat from across our borders, aiming to build global consensus to hold perpetrators accountable," he added, calling the outreach a success.
The Thiruvananthapuram MP noted that the U.S. acknowledgement served as validation of India’s consistent diplomatic efforts, which were backed by verifiable facts and consistent advocacy, and were cutting through the noise and reinforcing the legitimacy of India’s position.
He further emphasised that India’s international strategy should be anchored in what he termed the "three T’s" — tech, trade, and tradition — to help build a "more just, secure and prosperous world."
Tharoor was one of a dozen opposition leaders who were part of the delegations, which included high-profile figures such as AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Priyanka Chaturvedi, and DMK’s Kanimozhi.
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Dalit youngster in Raichur denied entry into temple: Video viral
Police, priest, Dalit leaders ‘unaware of matter’
Raichur: The priest of the Ambabhavani Temple in Athkur village has been accused of stopping Dalit youngsters from entering the temple for a ritual related the Navaratri festival, although related parties, including the priest and Dalit leaders of the village, have denied knowledge about the incident.
A video of the youngsters, belonging to the Madiga community, who wanted to wear the ritual garlands for the festive period, being denied entry into the temple and the priest handing them the garlands keeping them outside the threshold has gone viral on social media platforms.
Yapaladinni Police officers, however, have said no police complaint about the matter has been filed so far. In addition, Dalit leaders in Athkur have said no such incident has occurred in the village, but the police officers are conducting an inquiry since youngsters have alleged that they were denied entry into the temple.
The temple priest has also refuted the charges against him, clarifying that action will be taken if a complaint is filed.
