When Rahul Gandhi’s friends skipped his birthday party after Congress 1977 loss, Sonia recalls in memoir

Sonia Gandhi Recalls Concern Over Rahul Gandhi's Security During Bharat Jodo Yatra

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has described the anxiety she felt about the safety of her son Rahul Gandhi while he was on the Bharat Jodo Yatra. The remarks highlight the personal worry that accompanied the long-distance public march. Her account focuses on the security concerns surrounding the yatra rather than any specific incident. The article attributes these recollections to Gandhi herself, without adding further details about events or dates.

'Even if pollution increased on Diwali, it would eventually subside': UP CM Yogi

Amid dissent, National Conference to set up advisory groups for its MLAs

The National Conference is moving to form advisory groups for its MLAs as it grapples with internal dissent within the party. The party has sought to project unity, with its leadership stating that its members remain together as one organisation. The step is aimed at giving legislators a structured role and channel for their concerns. The details of the groups' composition and functioning are central to how the party plans to manage the friction among its ranks.

PT Usha's Setback in IOA Women's SOMs Poll Clouds Her Re-election Bid

P.T. Usha lost the women's Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit seat in the Indian Olympic Association election, complicating her push for a second term as IOA president. The Constitution and election rules still offer a narrow path for her through a National Sports Federation. Instead, her supporters are appealing to the International Olympic Committee to intervene over alleged irregularities in the vote. The development leaves the outcome of the IOA leadership contest uncertain. The article explains how the remaining electoral options could unfold.