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BJP Won't Let Rahul Gandhi Speak In Parliament Without An Apology: Sources

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The Indian Parliament has been facing a deadlock as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has refused to let Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi speak in the House without an apology. This move by the BJP has been criticized by opposition parties, who have accused the ruling party of trying to stifle dissent and democracy. The controversy started when Rahul Gandhi made a remark on the Pegasus spyware issue, alleging that his phone was being tapped. The BJP, in response, demanded an apology from Gandhi for his baseless allegations. However, Gandhi refused to apologize and instead asked for a discussion on the issue in Parliament. The BJP's stance on the matter has been met with criticism from several quarters, including the Congress party and other opposition parties. Many have accused the BJP of trying to silence dissent and prevent a healthy discussion on important issues facing the country. The Parliament is meant to be a forum for healthy debate and discussion, where members ca...

BJP, opposition battle in Parliament over Rahul Gandhi's 'democracy under attack' remark

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  The Indian Parliament witnessed a heated exchange between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition over Rahul Gandhi's recent remarks on democracy under attack. The Congress leader had made the statement in the wake of the ongoing farmers' protests and the government's handling of the issue. The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading lies and misinformation and trying to create unrest in the country. They pointed out that India is the largest democracy in the world, and its institutions are robust enough to withstand any challenge. On the other hand, the opposition parties, including the Congress, the Trinamool Congress, and the Aam Aadmi Party, supported Rahul Gandhi's statement and accused the government of suppressing dissent and curbing freedom of expression. The opposition MPs raised the issue of the sedition charges filed against the journalists and activists who were covering the farmers' protests and demanded that the charges be dropped. T...