Rahul cites Naravane's 'available now' post from 2023 to rebut publisher's claim
New Delhi (PTI): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday cited a December 2023 social media post by former army chief MM Naravane informing people that that his book is "available now" to rebut publisher Penguin Random House India's statement that the 'memoir' has not yet been published.
Gandhi said he believes the word of the former army chief over Penguin.
Speaking with reporters in the Parliament House complex, Gandhi read out Naravane's social media post on X (then Twitter), which said, "Hello friends. My book is available now. Just follow the link. Happy reading. Jai Hind."
"This is the tweet Mr Naravane has made. The point I am making is either Mr Naravane is lying, and I believe the (former) Army chief, I don't think he will lie, or Penguin is lying. Both cannot be telling the truth," the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha said.
"Penguin is saying the book is not published. The book is available on Amazon. Gen Naravane has tweeted, as I just read to you, that please buy my book. He tweeted this in 2023. Do you believe Penguin over Mr Naravane? I believe Mr Naravane," Gandhi said.
The Congress leader said Naravane has made certain statements in the book that are "inconvenient" for the government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
"Obviously, you have to decide whether Penguin is telling the truth or the (former) Army chief is telling the truth. That is the issue," he added.
Pointing to a poster Opposition MPs were carrying near the Makar Dwar of Parliament during their protest, which read 'Narender Surrender', Gandhi said this has happened, and the Indo-US trade deal happened because of this.
Penguin Random House India (PRHI) has said it holds the exclusive publishing rights to former Army chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane's memoir titled Four Stars of Destiny, and clarified that the book has not yet been published, amid reports of unauthorised copies in circulation.
The clarification came after the Delhi Police registered an FIR over the alleged illegal circulation of the manuscript in digital and other formats.
In a statement issued on Monday, the publishing house clarified that no copies of the book -- either in print or digital form -- have been released to the public.
"Penguin Random House India would like to clarify that we hold the sole publishing rights for the book 'Four Stars of Destiny', a memoir by General Manoj Mukund Naravane, former Chief of the Indian Army. We wish to make it clear that the book has not gone into publication,” the publisher said in a statement.
It further said that no copies of the book "in print or digital form -- have been published, distributed, sold, or otherwise made available to the public" by the company.
The publisher also warned that any version of the book currently circulating, whether in full or in part and in any format, including print, PDF or online copies, would amount to copyright infringement.
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Dubai: Thumbay Group launches Thumbay Medicity Dubai in Al Qusais
Dubai: Thumbay Group on Monday announced the launch of Thumbay Medicity Dubai, a large academic healthcare destination in Al Qusais that integrates education, healthcare and research under one campus.
The medical city has the capacity to train nearly 3,000 students, generate 1,000 employment opportunities, and support a daily floating population of around 6,000 people, the group said.
Designed as a “city within a city”, Thumbay Medicity Dubai brings together a branch campus of Gulf Medical University, Thumbay University Hospital Dubai, research centres, simulation and skills labs, laboratories, pharmacies, alternative medicine facilities, home care services and support infrastructure.
According to the group, the project marks a major milestone in building integrated academic healthcare ecosystems, where students learn in real clinical environments and patients access to care that is directly supported by education and research.
Speaking at the launch, Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group, said the project reflects the group’s long-term vision.
“Thumbay Medicity Dubai is more than an expansion. It is the next chapter of a dream that began with one clear belief, education, healthcare, and research must grow together. We are very much Aligned with the Vision of Dubai, and the city now gains an integrated academic medical city built to shape future professionals, elevate patient care, and fuel new discoveries. Our vision has always been global, but deeply human,” he said.
The education zone will house Gulf Medical University’s Dubai campus, including the Thumbay College of Management and AI in Healthcare, advanced simulation laboratories, surgical skills centres, international foundation programmes and AI-driven learning environment, and specialized colleges.
Prof. Manda Venkatramana, Chancellor of Gulf Medical University said, “This campus gives students access to a second fully equipped academic location in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. It reflects our commitment to contemporary education, global exposure, and building the next generation of healthcare leaders.”
The healthcare zone will be anchored by Thumbay University Hospital Dubai, which will begin Phase One operations with services such as renal dialysis, cardiology, orthopaedics and rehabilitation. The hospital will later expand into a full multi-specialty academic hospital.
Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President, Healthcare Division, Thumbay Group said, “Dubai becomes a major hub for our healthcare system. With hospitals, labs, pharmacies and medical tourism programs integrated into one destination, our focus remains clear, accessible, compassionate care backed by academic excellence.”
Strategically located on the Dubai-Sharjah border in Al Qusais, Thumbay Medicity Dubai offers access to major residential areas and transport connectivity. With this launch, Thumbay Group said it aims to strengthen its presence as one of the region’s comprehensive academic healthcare networks, building not just institutions, but environments where learning heals, research advance care, and communities grow.
