Saubhadra Chatterji is Deputy Political Editor at the Hindustan Times. He writes on both politics and policies.
Articles by Saubhadra Chatterji
Finance ministry charts path to $5 trillion by FY29
In its note, the finance ministry said India was a $3.57 trillion economy in FY24 and that at the annual trend growth of around 6.5-7%, the target of $5 trillion would be achieved by 2028-29
Updated on Jan 11, 2025 06:54 AM IST
Saubhadra ChatterjiRajeev Jayaswal, New Delhi
How allies banded to back AAP, not Congress
The AAP, the Samajwadi Party and the TMC have been in touch with each other over the Delhi elections, two leaders of INDIA bloc members have said
Updated on Jan 10, 2025 04:50 AM IST
BJP, Cong spar in first ‘One poll’ panel meet
BJP supports bills for simultaneous polls in India, claiming public backing, while Congress opposes them, citing threats to democracy and federalism.
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 06:58 AM IST
Tales of Manmohan Singh’s humility echo in the corridors of power
In July 2003, Manmohan Singh's humility and modesty were highlighted, showcasing his character before becoming India's Prime Minister in 2004.
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 05:25 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
‘Cong to devote coming year for organisational revamp’
In his inaugural speech at the Congress Working Committee meeting at Belagavi on Thursday, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said that 2025 will be “the year of our organisation’s empowerment.”
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 08:48 AM IST
CWC announces drive to fight BJP over ideology, Ambedkar
The party said also it plans a Samvidhan Bachao Rashtriya Padayatra (Save the Constitution national march) between January 26, 2025 and January 26, 2026, aims to overhaul its organisation over the next 12 months to make it battle-ready for the future elections
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 08:42 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
At CWC meet, Mallikarjun Kharge vows to fight BJP on ideology, Ambedkar
Mallikarjun Kharge also announced a major organisational revamp and called 2025 as “the year of our organisation’s empowerment”
Updated on Dec 26, 2024 07:31 PM IST
Protest vs protest on last day as House session ends
Parliament's winter session ended amid protests over Amit Shah's comments on Ambedkar, low productivity, and introduction of bills for simultaneous elections.
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 04:46 AM IST
Rajya Sabha: No-confidence motion against Jagdeep Dhankhar junked
On December 10, about 60 INDIA bloc MPs had submitted a notice for a motion to remove Dhankhar as Rajya Sabha chairman.
Updated on Dec 20, 2024 09:55 AM IST
Abhishek Manu Singhvi interview: ‘There is no evidence on how ONOP reduces net expenses’
Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi opposes 'one nation, one election' bills, arguing they undermine democracy and regional autonomy in India.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 08:32 AM IST
Panel meets to pick NHRC chief, Justice Joseph’s name discussed
Kharge and Gandhi propose justice KM Joseph for NHRC chair as Modi's committee meets; dissent expected over selection process.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 07:16 AM IST
Govt push for ONOP will test its ability to garner numbers
The NDA government’s ambitious plan for simultaneous national and state polls with the One Nation, One Election could be a test of its ability to muster the requisite number
Updated on Dec 18, 2024 06:04 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Ambiance of division, mistrust and fear in BJP-led India: Abhishek Singhvi
The Constitution is under siege and the custodians of democracy have become its conspirators, Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi said on Monday in the Rajya Sabha.
Updated on Dec 17, 2024 03:34 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
‘PM lives in past or illusion, never in present’: Kharge slams Modi in Rajya Sabha
Mallikarjun Kharge countered PM Modi’s criticism against first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru during the debate on the Indian Constitution in the Rajya Sabha
Published on Dec 16, 2024 04:26 PM IST
Stage set for govt, Oppn MPs’ face-off on Constitution in RS
The Rajya Sabha will take up on Monday a two-day discussion on 75 years of the Constitution in the backdrop of a turbulent last week in the Upper House
Updated on Dec 16, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Congress follows Indian Constitution, BJP’s book is Manusmriti: Rahul
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Updated on Dec 15, 2024 03:00 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Congress humiliated Ambedkar, tried to murder Constitution: Kiren Rijiju
Union minister Kiren Rijiju reminded the House of the strained relations between Dr. BR Ambedkar and the Congress
Published on Dec 14, 2024 03:45 PM IST
It’s Samvidhan, not Sangh ka Vidhan, says Priyanka
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra defended India's Constitution in Lok Sabha, criticizing the BJP for alleged neglect of justice and linking it to common people's struggles.
Updated on Dec 14, 2024 06:36 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
India’s Constitution not rule of the Sangh: Priyanka in maiden Lok Sabha speech
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hailed the Constitution as the armour of justice, aspirations, expression and hope for the common people.
Published on Dec 13, 2024 03:55 PM IST
‘Dhankhar acted in partisan manner’: 60 MPs sign notice
The motion will likely be taken up in the next session by the Rajya Sabha.
Updated on Dec 11, 2024 04:12 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Extremely partisan, say Opposition MPs in notice to remove Vice Prez Dhankhar
The notice accused Dhankar of repeatedly interrupting Opposition MPs, unfairly using privilege motions to silence the Opposition, and openly delegitimising dissent
Updated on Dec 10, 2024 05:16 PM IST
BJP intensifies attack over Cong links to Soros, Oppn hits back
The government and the Opposition traded barbs involving five-letter words on Monday, both names of billionaire businessmen either side sought to link to the top leader of the other side of Lok Sabha
Updated on Dec 10, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Recovery of ₹50,000 stirs parliament row
A storm erupted in Parliament after cash was found in Congress MP Singhvi's seat, sparking protests and demands for an investigation into security lapses.
Updated on Dec 07, 2024 04:05 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
5 BJP allies, 4 Congress MPs get front row seats in Lok Sabha
Modi government has rewarded five key allies with front row seats in the Lok Sabha
Updated on Dec 02, 2024 10:00 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Local issues crucial in state polls, Kharge tells cadre after routs
With polls in Delhi and Bihar due next year, the Congress president also emphasized on early preparations.
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 07:42 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Poll reform, Places of Worship Act ‘violations’ among key topics at CWC meet
The CWC reiterated its “firmest commitment to the letter and spirit” of the Places of Worship Act 1991, which it said was being “brazenly violated” by the BJP.
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 04:15 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, New Delhi
Kharge critiques Cong performance at CWC meet, says Maha defeat holds a message
Kharge said the atmosphere was in favour of the Congress during the elections “but the atmosphere being in our favour is not a guarantee of victory”
Updated on Nov 29, 2024 08:45 PM IST
Congress seeks four front-row seats in Lok Sabha for Rahul Gandhi, others
The Congress, which has 99 lawmakers in the Lower House, submitted the request to the office of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
Updated on Nov 27, 2024 10:36 PM IST
Birla may extend tenure of Waqf JPC: Oppn after meeting Speaker
Opposition leaders urge Lok Sabha speaker to extend the Joint Committee's tenure on the Waqf Bill, citing insufficient time for stakeholder input.
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 06:06 AM IST
Adani standoff forces Houses to adjourn on Day 1 of session
Opposition forces adjournment in Parliament over Adani bribery allegations, but focus may shift to pressing issues like inflation and unemployment.
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 05:01 AM IST