Shashi Tharoor’s critique of the 1975 Emergency, particularly Sanjay Gandhi’s sterilization campaigns, has stirred debate within the Congress party. His article in Deepika highlights the fragility of democracy and the need for vigilance against authoritarian tendencies. This comes amid existing tensions between Tharoor and the party leadership, further fueled by differing views and public statements.

A Supreme Court Bench of Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and Joymalya Bagchi was hearing the arguments.

President of Hyderabad Cricket Association President Jagan Mohan Rao was among those arrested by CID in connection with IPL 2025 ticket scam case.