'Very disappointing', says Shashi Tharoor; 'bilkul time waste', says Ashneer Grover as politicians and public react sharply to Budget 2026-27

'Very disappointing', says Shashi Tharoor; 'bilkul time waste', says Ashneer Grover as politicians and public react sharply to Budget 2026-27

The Union Budget 2026–27 triggered sharp reactions from politicians and the public, with Opposition leaders expressing strong disappointment and accusing the government of ignoring the concerns of ordinary citizens, farmers, youth and several states. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor termed the Budget "very disappointing," while former BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover called it "bilkul time waste" on social media, reflecting wider public frustration 20 hours ago
Congress Faces Internal Strife Over Tharoor's Modi Remarks

Congress Faces Internal Strife Over Tharoor's Modi Remarks

Tharoor's involvement in the diplomatic outreach was not without controversy. Initially excluded from the list of Congress leaders forwarded to the Union government for the Operation Sindoor outreach program, Tharoor was later called upon by PM Modi to lead the delegation. Upon his return, Tharoor acknowledged the ongoing differences of opinion between him and the Congress high command, stating his willingness to meet and explain his position if requested. Jun 25, 2025
SC to hear today Shashi Tharoor's plea for quashing defamation case

SC to hear today Shashi Tharoor's plea for quashing defamation case

The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Tuesday a plea filed by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor against the Delhi High Court's refusal to quash a defamation case filed against him over his "scorpion sitting on a Shivling" remark made allegedly about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sep 10, 2024