The Centre has revised guidelines under the Van Adhiniyam, 2023, enabling government and private bodies to undertake afforestation without compensatory costs. The move aligns with the Green Credit Programme but faces criticism from Congress leader Jairam
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, a profound influence on India's environmental policy, passed away in Pune at 83. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh hails him as a nation builder.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleges US Senator Marco Rubio intervened to stop 'Operation Sindoor', a purported plan to arrest Rahul Gandhi. BJP dismisses claims as 'baseless'. Read the full story.
Himachal Pradesh's Leader of Opposition, Jairam Thakur, condemns the recent cement price hike as an act of cruelty towards a state recovering from natural disasters. He demands immediate government intervention.
Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur condemns Himachal Pradesh govt for raising cement prices post-monsoon disaster, calling it anti-people. Read how this impacts victims' recovery.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh attacks Modi government's foreign policy, calling PM's hugs 'forced' and pro-Trump social media posts ineffective. Details inside.
Indian National Congress and five Left parties condemn US military action leading to capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. They call for nationwide protests and demand GoI stand with Venezuela.
The Congress party establishes an 11-member panel to coordinate the MGNREGA Bachao Sangram, a nationwide protest against fund cuts and wage delays in the rural jobs scheme. Learn about the leaders and the planned agitation.
Congress announces a phased protest against the VB-G RAM G Act, starting Jan 10. Plan includes gherao, panchayat outreach, and aims to emulate farm law agitation. Details inside.
The Congress party announces a nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' from January 10 to February 25, protesting against the Modi government's alleged weakening of the rural jobs scheme. Learn about their demands.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh calls for India-EU Free Trade Agreement to counter EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, protecting Indian exports. Key negotiations ahead.
Former CM Jairam Thakur accuses Himachal government of selling state assets for personal gain after cabinet approves modern township near Chandigarh. Details on the alleged Rs 5,000 crore land deal inside.
BJP's Nitin Jairam Patil wins Panvel ward unopposed after rival's nomination is rejected due to invalid caste documents. Read the full details of this pre-poll victory.
Congress demands PM Modi clarify India's stance after China claims he supported its Ukraine mediation. Jairam Ramesh calls the assertion 'very concerning' for India's foreign policy.
Congress demands clarification from the Centre after China claims it mediated between India and Pakistan in May 2025. Jairam Ramesh calls it a 'joke' on national security. Read the full story.
After MoEFCC's Aravalli rollback, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh urges Supreme Court to review Sariska mining clearances. Key environmental battle in Rajasthan.
Former CM Jairam Thakur slams Himachal govt after FIR filed against Mahila Mandal for night patrols. Women detained youths, but no drugs found. Opposition calls it 'shameful'.
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh demands Supreme Court action against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them a mockery of governance. Details on the Sariska boundary revision case.
A year after HC declared him not an Indian citizen, ex-BRS MLA Chennamaneni Ramesh continues to draw pension. Congress MLA demands action. Read the full story.
The Congress party demands Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's resignation after the Supreme Court stays its Aravalli order. Jairam Ramesh warns of ecological devastation. Read the full story.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh writes to Environment Minister ahead of Supreme Court hearing, raising concerns over new Aravalli definition and its ecological impact. Read the full story.
On its 140th Foundation Day, we explore the Indian National Congress's journey from a British-era platform to a dominant political force, and Gandhi's changing views on its purpose post-Independence.
Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee celebrates 140 years of INC with a historical exhibition, flag-hoisting, and symposium in Lucknow. Key leaders to address party workers and outline future plans.
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav counters Congress allegations on Aravali protection, asserting a total mining ban. The political clash follows a Supreme Court order on a uniform definition for the hills.
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accuses the Modi government of a 'fatally flawed' redefinition of the Aravalli Hills, threatening the fragile ecosystem. He plans to move Supreme Court in January.
Congress accuses the Environment Ministry of altering Aravalli's definition to remove protection from smaller hills, potentially enabling mining. Environmentalists warn of ecological damage.
Congress SC Department accuses Modi government of undermining the G. Ram G Act, demanding immediate corrective action. Read the full story on the political clash.
Congress accuses the Modi government of reversing two decades of progress by repealing MGNREGA without parliamentary debate. Jairam Ramesh leads the charge, calling it a 'black day' for democracy.
US Defence Act 2026 references US-India nuclear liability assessment. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh alleges link to domestic legislation. Details and political reactions inside.