August 13, 2026

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Scientists warn melting ice could release 5,000-year-old superbug that resists 10 modern antibiotics

Scientists warn melting ice could release 5,000-year-old superbug that resists 10 modern antibiotics

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Psychrobacter SC65A.3 is a 5,000-year-old cold-adapted bacterium resistant to multiple modern antibiotics/ AI Illustration A team of Romanian researchers has identified a bacterium preserved for roughly 5,000 years inside an underground ice deposit that can already withstand multiple modern antibiotics. The organism, recovered from Scărișoara Ice Cave in north-west Romania, survived frozen conditions for millennia…

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NEW DELHI: Days after its announcement in the Budget, the agriculture ministry on Tuesday launched AI-enabled ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’ (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) that will help farmers in farm-level decision-making by receiving date-driven customised digital advisory.Launched at a time when India is hosting the AI Impact Summit, Bharat-VISTAAR is a multilingual AI tool that will integrate the AgriStack portals and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) package on farm practices with AI systems.Its use is expected to enhance farm productivity, enable better decisions for farmers and reduce risk by providing customised advisory support related to weather, market prices, pests and diseases, soil health, crop management, and information on major central govt schemes.Calling Bharat-VISTAAR a platform of “ask and get direct answers”, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said farmers will neither have to make rounds of offices nor struggle with digital applications.“They will now just have to dial 155261 by picking up a mobile phone and ask any farm-related question. They will get immediate answer in one’s local language about which medicine (pesticide/insecticide) to apply, when to sow and what rates (of selling price of crops) are available in the markets of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Delhi or Mumbai,” Chouhan said while launching the first phase of Bharat-VISTAAR.The scheme, which is devised as an “AI-based digital security shield”, has initially been started in Hindi and English languages. Farmers will eventually be able to interact in 11 languages under the system in future.Chouhan said a farmer identity card was also being created under the system that would contain all information about the farmer. “Preparations are underway to connect the entire agricultural system with the Bharat VISTAAR scheme,” he added.Currently, a couple of central schemes such as ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’ and ‘Soil Health Card’ have been included in this scheme. Information about all major central schemes for farmers will be available through it in due course.The minister on the occasion also unveiled AI Hackathon focused on farmers and ‘Agri Kosh AI Strategy Roadmap’, emphasising innovative solutions for agricultural challenges.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMumbai Hosts Modi-Macron Talks, Rafale In Focus; Bill Gates To Attend AI Summit Under Epstein CloudFrom 1910 To Today: PM Modi Revives Veer Savarkar Saga During Talks With France President MacronWatch Macron’s Diary Unfold: Jog, 26/11 Homage And High-Stakes Meet With PM ModiPM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Vow Strong India-France Anti Terror Front, Signals Big G7-BRICS BridgePM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Elevate India France Ties, Inaugurate H125 Line And Expand Strategic AgendaIndia, France Launch H125 Helicopter Line In Karnataka, Rajnath Singh Sees Export And Jobs Surge‘Targeting People Like Terrorists’: Mamata Banerjee Attacks EC Over SIR, Cites Bangladesh PollsAfter Day 1 Glitches at AI Summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Sorry, Assures Better ArrangementsShankh Airlines Chief Shravan Vishwakarma Backs UP Airport Boom At UP Transformation Dialogues Event’Must Be Democratised’: Vaishnaw Flags ‘AI Divide’, Hails Investments At India AI Impact Summit123PhotostoriesHow to make Dahi wale Aloo for dinner at homeIndia’s top 5 states leading residential real estate market in 20267 car maintenance tips every owner should know5 windiest cities in the world and why tourists love visiting themYour gym routine is fixing more than your weight, it’s fixing your body7 fascinating birds that can swim underwater like fishRamadan 2026: Why Muslims break their Ramadan fast with datesIs Mysore silk the new Birkin of India? Why women are queuing at 4 AM for these ₹2.5 lakh sareesRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda movie stills that capture their undeniable chemistry7 property laws all tenants must know123Hot PicksEmmanuel Macron India VisitGold rate todaySaudi Labour Law ViolationVB-G RAM G schemeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingLas Vegas TragedyKayla NicoleCosta RicaJutta LeerdamStefon DiggsKayla NicoleSan Jose SharksBrandon BussiCandace OwensJake Paul Fiance

NEW DELHI: Days after its announcement in the Budget, the agriculture ministry on Tuesday launched AI-enabled ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’ (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) that will help farmers in farm-level decision-making by receiving date-driven customised digital advisory.Launched at a time when India is hosting the AI Impact Summit, Bharat-VISTAAR is a multilingual AI tool that will integrate the AgriStack portals and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) package on farm practices with AI systems.Its use is expected to enhance farm productivity, enable better decisions for farmers and reduce risk by providing customised advisory support related to weather, market prices, pests and diseases, soil health, crop management, and information on major central govt schemes.Calling Bharat-VISTAAR a platform of “ask and get direct answers”, agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said farmers will neither have to make rounds of offices nor struggle with digital applications.“They will now just have to dial 155261 by picking up a mobile phone and ask any farm-related question. They will get immediate answer in one’s local language about which medicine (pesticide/insecticide) to apply, when to sow and what rates (of selling price of crops) are available in the markets of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Delhi or Mumbai,” Chouhan said while launching the first phase of Bharat-VISTAAR.The scheme, which is devised as an “AI-based digital security shield”, has initially been started in Hindi and English languages. Farmers will eventually be able to interact in 11 languages under the system in future.Chouhan said a farmer identity card was also being created under the system that would contain all information about the farmer. “Preparations are underway to connect the entire agricultural system with the Bharat VISTAAR scheme,” he added.Currently, a couple of central schemes such as ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’ and ‘Soil Health Card’ have been included in this scheme. Information about all major central schemes for farmers will be available through it in due course.The minister on the occasion also unveiled AI Hackathon focused on farmers and ‘Agri Kosh AI Strategy Roadmap’, emphasising innovative solutions for agricultural challenges.About the AuthorVishwa MohanVishwa Mohan is Senior Editor at The Times of India. He writes on environment, climate change, agriculture, water resources and clean energy, tracking policy issues and climate diplomacy. He has been covering Parliament since 2003 to see how politics shaped up domestic policy and India’s position at global platform. Before switching over to explore sustainable development issues, Vishwa had covered internal security and investigative agencies for more than a decade.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosMumbai Hosts Modi-Macron Talks, Rafale In Focus; Bill Gates To Attend AI Summit Under Epstein CloudFrom 1910 To Today: PM Modi Revives Veer Savarkar Saga During Talks With France President MacronWatch Macron’s Diary Unfold: Jog, 26/11 Homage And High-Stakes Meet With PM ModiPM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Vow Strong India-France Anti Terror Front, Signals Big G7-BRICS BridgePM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Elevate India France Ties, Inaugurate H125 Line And Expand Strategic AgendaIndia, France Launch H125 Helicopter Line In Karnataka, Rajnath Singh Sees Export And Jobs Surge‘Targeting People Like Terrorists’: Mamata Banerjee Attacks EC Over SIR, Cites Bangladesh PollsAfter Day 1 Glitches at AI Summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Sorry, Assures Better ArrangementsShankh Airlines Chief Shravan Vishwakarma Backs UP Airport Boom At UP Transformation Dialogues Event’Must Be Democratised’: Vaishnaw Flags ‘AI Divide’, Hails Investments At India AI Impact Summit123PhotostoriesHow to make Dahi wale Aloo for dinner at homeIndia’s top 5 states leading residential real estate market in 20267 car maintenance tips every owner should know5 windiest cities in the world and why tourists love visiting themYour gym routine is fixing more than your weight, it’s fixing your body7 fascinating birds that can swim underwater like fishRamadan 2026: Why Muslims break their Ramadan fast with datesIs Mysore silk the new Birkin of India? Why women are queuing at 4 AM for these ₹2.5 lakh sareesRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda movie stills that capture their undeniable chemistry7 property laws all tenants must know123Hot PicksEmmanuel Macron India VisitGold rate todaySaudi Labour Law ViolationVB-G RAM G schemeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingLas Vegas TragedyKayla NicoleCosta RicaJutta LeerdamStefon DiggsKayla NicoleSan Jose SharksBrandon BussiCandace OwensJake Paul Fiance

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NEW DELHI: Days after its announcement in the Budget, the agriculture ministry on Tuesday launched AI-enabled ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’ (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) that will help farmers in farm-level decision-making by receiving date-driven customised digital advisory.Launched at a time when India is hosting the AI Impact Summit, Bharat-VISTAAR is a multilingual AI tool that…

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Feb 17, 2026, 19:33 IST

Feb 17, 2026, 19:33 IST

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India’s Ishan Kishan (ANI Photo) Ishan Kishan has emerged as India’s standout performer with the bat in the ongoing T20 World Cup, playing a pivotal role in the team’s smooth progression to the Super 8s. The left-hander has struck consecutive half-centuries, underlining a dramatic resurgence in his career. Just six months ago, he was out…

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Sunita Ahuja says she will forgive Govinda if he lives on her terms: ‘I’m going through menopause, need my husband

Sunita Ahuja says she will forgive Govinda if he lives on her terms: ‘I’m going through menopause, need my husband

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Govinda and Sunita Ahuja have been in public scrutiny since the last few months. There have been several speculations about their marriage and reports of the actor cheating on his wife. There were also reports of their divorce which they quashed with their joint appearance on Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. Sunita also had address rumours of…

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6-7 dating trend explained: Why Gen Z do not want a perfect partner, and are choosing calm over chaos |

6-7 dating trend explained: Why Gen Z do not want a perfect partner, and are choosing calm over chaos |

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Considering the online dating culture today, finding love feels like an endless swipe-right maze with too many options, blurry lines, and that nagging “What are we?” question. That’s when 6-7 dating, Gen Z’s cheeky new label, is becoming popular on TikTok and Instagram. It’s not about fireworks or fairy-tale obsession. Instead, it’s picking someone who’s…

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Antarctica hides Earth’s strongest gravity hole: What this mysterious gravity could mean for the planet

Antarctica hides Earth’s strongest gravity hole: What this mysterious gravity could mean for the planet

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Source: University of Florida Gravity seems constant but it turns out, Earth is weirder than that. Gravity actually wobbles a bit across the planet. And the weakest spot isn’t the oceans or the mountains but right under Antarctica. Scientists now say this part of the frozen continent sits above Earth’s strongest “gravity hole.” And it…

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From helicopter assembly lines to HAMMER missiles: Key pacts signed as PM Modi hosts France’s Macron

From helicopter assembly lines to HAMMER missiles: Key pacts signed as PM Modi hosts France’s Macron

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French President Emmanuel Macron and PM Narendra Modi (ANI photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai and held bilateral talks to strengthen India-France relations, upgrading them to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership.” The two democracies announced a sweeping expansion of cooperation, unveiling more than 20 agreements.The…

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‘Extremely disrespectful’: What is the ‘Captain Durag’ controversy all about? Explained

‘Extremely disrespectful’: What is the ‘Captain Durag’ controversy all about? Explained

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Disney Jr probably expected giggles and glitter when it introduced a new pint-sized superhero on Hey AJ! — but happened something unexpected. Episode 8 of the animated series unveiled “Captain Durag,” a caped crusader meant to celebrate Black culture but now accused by critics of leaning into stereotypes. What was designed as playful representation has…

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Mani Shankar Aiyar NEW DELHI: Veteran leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Tuesday fired a fresh salvo at Congress leadership with party’s history to warn that the party has always thrived on internal dissent and suffered whenever it tried to suppress it.In a video released on his Youtube channel titled ‘No space for dissent in today’s Congress?’ the leader said traced ideological conflicts, leadership rivalries and rebellions stretching back to the party’s founding in 1885 to make the case that disagreement, not conformity, has been Congress’s defining strength. “There was just one time when a complete ban was placed on any kind of dissidents.No Space for Dissent in Today’s Congress? | Mani Shankar Aiyar Speaks Out | MANI TALK Ep. 2That was during Indira Gandhi’s Emergency,” Aiyar said. Congress In Damage Control Mode After Mani Shankar Aiyar’s Baton Remark To Kerala Chief Minister Also Read: From ‘chaiwala’ to ‘Rahulian’ – Mani Shankar Aiyar returns and Congress ducks for cover, againAccording to him, the consequences of silencing dissent during that period were catastrophic. “The Congress not only lost,” he said, “Indira Gandhi lost her Rae Bareli seat and Sanjay Gandhi lost his Amethi seat. That is what happens if you crush dissidents in the Congress party.”Aiyar argued that internal disagreement has existed within Congress almost from its inception and was never treated as an aberration. He cited the selection of Badruddin Tyabji as Congress president in 1888 and the backlash he faced from sections of the Muslim elite, describing it as one of the earliest recorded episodes of dissent within the party.He went on to recount ideological clashes between moderates and extremists in the early 20th century, particularly the split between Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Lala Lajpat Rai and Bipin Chandra Pal on one side and leaders like Gopal Krishna Gokhale and M.G. Ranade on the other, culminating in the Surat split of 1907.Also Read: ‘From arsh to farsh’ – Mani Shankar Aiyar’s ‘Rahulian’ outburst and ‘uncle’ syndrome”The real strength of the Congress has been in the variety of opinion which the Congress has always accommodated,” Aiyar said.He noted that despite sharp disagreements, figures like Tilak eventually became Congress president, while Mahatma Gandhi openly acknowledged Gokhale as his political guru, underlining the party’s ability to absorb contradictions rather than eliminate them.Father, son and the ‘Holy ghost’Drawing pointed historical from 1929 when Subhas Chandra Bose sarcastically remarked that the Congress was being run by “the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost”, Aiyar said: “Nobody expelled Subhas Chandra Bose for what he had said.” He described how Bose later walked out of the Congress after fundamental disagreements with Mahatma Gandhi over non-violence, forming the Forward Bloc, but was never expelled. “He walked out of the Congress. He was not expelled,” Aiyar emphasised.Aiyar also recalled intense disagreements between Jawaharlal Nehru and his father Motilal Nehru, noting that “it became impossible to have dinner in Anand Bhavan because the father and son were quarrelling so much among each other”.”That is how you deal with dissidents in the Congress party,” Aiyar said.Aiyar argued that Indira Gandhi marked a decisive break from this tradition. While disagreements with the Congress “Syndicate” were initially accommodated, he said, her decision to split the party and later impose the Emergency represented a fatal intolerance of dissent.”She broke the party only because there were dissidents,” Aiyar said, adding that the Emergency was “the only way in which she could remain prime minister”.The verdict, he argued, came swiftly. “The Congress not only lost,” he repeated, “Indira Gandhi lost her Raebareli seat and Sanjay Gandhi lost his Amethi seat.”He quoted two sentences Rajiv Gandhi uttered in the Lok Sabha on May 5, 1989:”Only a secular Bharat can survive,” Rajiv Gandhi had said. “And if India is not secular, then perhaps it does not deserve to survive.”Turning those words into a challenge, Aiyar said, “I say to the Congress Party high command who have kept me out of the Working Committee, which now has 60 members, do you have the courage to repeat the words in the mouth of the son of Rajiv Gandhi?”Warning the current leadership, Aiyar said, “If, therefore, the current establishment cannot stand a dissident, then I’m afraid it is the doom of the Congress.””The Congress lives because of dissidents. The Congress grows because there are many opinions,” he added.His final message was blunt: “If we do not have the courage to answer the dissident in polite but firm language, then we do not deserve to rule.”The video comes amid row over his recent remarks on party leadership and praise for Kerala CM. The Congress has officially distaned itself from Aiyar saying he has no connection with the party.In a post on X, Khera said Aiyar “has had no connection whatsoever with the Congress for the past few years. He speaks and writes purely in his personal capacity.” About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosFrom 1910 To Today: PM Modi Revives Veer Savarkar Saga During Talks With France President MacronWatch Macron’s Diary Unfold: Jog, 26/11 Homage And High-Stakes Meet With PM ModiPM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Vow Strong India-France Anti Terror Front, Signals Big G7-BRICS BridgePM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Elevate India France Ties, Inaugurate H125 Line And Expand Strategic AgendaIndia, France Launch H125 Helicopter Line In Karnataka, Rajnath Singh Sees Export And Jobs Surge‘Targeting People Like Terrorists’: Mamata Banerjee Attacks EC Over SIR, Cites Bangladesh PollsAfter Day 1 Glitches at AI Summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Sorry, Assures Better ArrangementsShankh Airlines Chief Shravan Vishwakarma Backs UP Airport Boom At UP Transformation Dialogues Event’Must Be Democratised’: Vaishnaw Flags ‘AI Divide’, Hails Investments At India AI Impact SummitPakistan Cricket Crisis Deepens After Asim Munir Reportedly Upset With Mohsin Naqvi After India Loss123PhotostoriesIndia’s top 5 states leading residential real estate market in 20267 car maintenance tips every owner should know5 windiest cities in the world and why tourists love visiting themYour gym routine is fixing more than your weight, it’s fixing your body7 fascinating birds that can swim underwater like fishRamadan 2026: Why Muslims break their Ramadan fast with datesIs Mysore silk the new Birkin of India? Why women are queuing at 4 AM for these ₹2.5 lakh sareesRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda movie stills that capture their undeniable chemistry7 property laws all tenants must knowRajpal Yadav, Ameesha Patel, Rajkumar Santoshi: Bollywood names entangled in cheque bounce controversies123Hot PicksEmmanuel Macron India VisitGold rate todaySaudi Labour Law ViolationVB-G RAM G schemeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingLas Vegas TragedyKayla NicoleCosta RicaJutta LeerdamStefon DiggsKayla NicoleSan Jose SharksBrandon BussiCandace OwensJake Paul Fiance

Mani Shankar Aiyar NEW DELHI: Veteran leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Tuesday fired a fresh salvo at Congress leadership with party’s history to warn that the party has always thrived on internal dissent and suffered whenever it tried to suppress it.In a video released on his Youtube channel titled ‘No space for dissent in today’s Congress?’ the leader said traced ideological conflicts, leadership rivalries and rebellions stretching back to the party’s founding in 1885 to make the case that disagreement, not conformity, has been Congress’s defining strength. “There was just one time when a complete ban was placed on any kind of dissidents.No Space for Dissent in Today’s Congress? | Mani Shankar Aiyar Speaks Out | MANI TALK Ep. 2That was during Indira Gandhi’s Emergency,” Aiyar said. Congress In Damage Control Mode After Mani Shankar Aiyar’s Baton Remark To Kerala Chief Minister Also Read: From ‘chaiwala’ to ‘Rahulian’ – Mani Shankar Aiyar returns and Congress ducks for cover, againAccording to him, the consequences of silencing dissent during that period were catastrophic. “The Congress not only lost,” he said, “Indira Gandhi lost her Rae Bareli seat and Sanjay Gandhi lost his Amethi seat. That is what happens if you crush dissidents in the Congress party.”Aiyar argued that internal disagreement has existed within Congress almost from its inception and was never treated as an aberration. He cited the selection of Badruddin Tyabji as Congress president in 1888 and the backlash he faced from sections of the Muslim elite, describing it as one of the earliest recorded episodes of dissent within the party.He went on to recount ideological clashes between moderates and extremists in the early 20th century, particularly the split between Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Lala Lajpat Rai and Bipin Chandra Pal on one side and leaders like Gopal Krishna Gokhale and M.G. Ranade on the other, culminating in the Surat split of 1907.Also Read: ‘From arsh to farsh’ – Mani Shankar Aiyar’s ‘Rahulian’ outburst and ‘uncle’ syndrome”The real strength of the Congress has been in the variety of opinion which the Congress has always accommodated,” Aiyar said.He noted that despite sharp disagreements, figures like Tilak eventually became Congress president, while Mahatma Gandhi openly acknowledged Gokhale as his political guru, underlining the party’s ability to absorb contradictions rather than eliminate them.Father, son and the ‘Holy ghost’Drawing pointed historical from 1929 when Subhas Chandra Bose sarcastically remarked that the Congress was being run by “the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost”, Aiyar said: “Nobody expelled Subhas Chandra Bose for what he had said.” He described how Bose later walked out of the Congress after fundamental disagreements with Mahatma Gandhi over non-violence, forming the Forward Bloc, but was never expelled. “He walked out of the Congress. He was not expelled,” Aiyar emphasised.Aiyar also recalled intense disagreements between Jawaharlal Nehru and his father Motilal Nehru, noting that “it became impossible to have dinner in Anand Bhavan because the father and son were quarrelling so much among each other”.”That is how you deal with dissidents in the Congress party,” Aiyar said.Aiyar argued that Indira Gandhi marked a decisive break from this tradition. While disagreements with the Congress “Syndicate” were initially accommodated, he said, her decision to split the party and later impose the Emergency represented a fatal intolerance of dissent.”She broke the party only because there were dissidents,” Aiyar said, adding that the Emergency was “the only way in which she could remain prime minister”.The verdict, he argued, came swiftly. “The Congress not only lost,” he repeated, “Indira Gandhi lost her Raebareli seat and Sanjay Gandhi lost his Amethi seat.”He quoted two sentences Rajiv Gandhi uttered in the Lok Sabha on May 5, 1989:”Only a secular Bharat can survive,” Rajiv Gandhi had said. “And if India is not secular, then perhaps it does not deserve to survive.”Turning those words into a challenge, Aiyar said, “I say to the Congress Party high command who have kept me out of the Working Committee, which now has 60 members, do you have the courage to repeat the words in the mouth of the son of Rajiv Gandhi?”Warning the current leadership, Aiyar said, “If, therefore, the current establishment cannot stand a dissident, then I’m afraid it is the doom of the Congress.””The Congress lives because of dissidents. The Congress grows because there are many opinions,” he added.His final message was blunt: “If we do not have the courage to answer the dissident in polite but firm language, then we do not deserve to rule.”The video comes amid row over his recent remarks on party leadership and praise for Kerala CM. The Congress has officially distaned itself from Aiyar saying he has no connection with the party.In a post on X, Khera said Aiyar “has had no connection whatsoever with the Congress for the past few years. He speaks and writes purely in his personal capacity.” About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosFrom 1910 To Today: PM Modi Revives Veer Savarkar Saga During Talks With France President MacronWatch Macron’s Diary Unfold: Jog, 26/11 Homage And High-Stakes Meet With PM ModiPM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Vow Strong India-France Anti Terror Front, Signals Big G7-BRICS BridgePM Modi, Emmanuel Macron Elevate India France Ties, Inaugurate H125 Line And Expand Strategic AgendaIndia, France Launch H125 Helicopter Line In Karnataka, Rajnath Singh Sees Export And Jobs Surge‘Targeting People Like Terrorists’: Mamata Banerjee Attacks EC Over SIR, Cites Bangladesh PollsAfter Day 1 Glitches at AI Summit, Ashwini Vaishnaw Says Sorry, Assures Better ArrangementsShankh Airlines Chief Shravan Vishwakarma Backs UP Airport Boom At UP Transformation Dialogues Event’Must Be Democratised’: Vaishnaw Flags ‘AI Divide’, Hails Investments At India AI Impact SummitPakistan Cricket Crisis Deepens After Asim Munir Reportedly Upset With Mohsin Naqvi After India Loss123PhotostoriesIndia’s top 5 states leading residential real estate market in 20267 car maintenance tips every owner should know5 windiest cities in the world and why tourists love visiting themYour gym routine is fixing more than your weight, it’s fixing your body7 fascinating birds that can swim underwater like fishRamadan 2026: Why Muslims break their Ramadan fast with datesIs Mysore silk the new Birkin of India? Why women are queuing at 4 AM for these ₹2.5 lakh sareesRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda movie stills that capture their undeniable chemistry7 property laws all tenants must knowRajpal Yadav, Ameesha Patel, Rajkumar Santoshi: Bollywood names entangled in cheque bounce controversies123Hot PicksEmmanuel Macron India VisitGold rate todaySaudi Labour Law ViolationVB-G RAM G schemeIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingLas Vegas TragedyKayla NicoleCosta RicaJutta LeerdamStefon DiggsKayla NicoleSan Jose SharksBrandon BussiCandace OwensJake Paul Fiance

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NEW DELHI: Veteran leader Mani Shankar Aiyar on Tuesday fired a fresh salvo at Congress leadership with party’s history to warn that the party has always thrived on internal dissent and suffered whenever it tried to suppress it.In a video released on his Youtube channel titled ‘No space for dissent in today’s Congress?’ the leader…

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Feb 17, 2026, 19:34 IST

Feb 17, 2026, 19:34 IST

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India will meet South Africa in their Super Eights clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 22 (Image credit: Agencies) When India face South Africa in their Super Eights clash of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on February 22, few supporters will feel more…

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‘Everybody loves an underdog story, don’t they?’: Sikandar Raza after Zimbabwe reach Super 8s

‘Everybody loves an underdog story, don’t they?’: Sikandar Raza after Zimbabwe reach Super 8s

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Image credit: Zimbabwe Cricket Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza stressed that reaching the Super 8s was only one milestone in a much bigger journey after his side progressed to the next stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 following a rain-hit fixture against Ireland at the Pallekele International Stadium on Tuesday.The abandoned match earned both teams…

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‘Great place to find talent’: Reliance, Adani group scout for young engineers, data scientists at AI Summit

‘Great place to find talent’: Reliance, Adani group scout for young engineers, data scientists at AI Summit

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The hiring push comes amid a surge in investments by global companies looking to strengthen their AI presence in the country. (AI image) India’s first AI Summit is turning into a talent scouting ground for Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Group and Gautam Adani-led Adani Group. The country’s two biggest business houses are actively looking for young…

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NPCIL 2026 admit cards released, CBT to begin March 7 across Karnataka: Check direct link to download hall tickets here

NPCIL 2026 admit cards released, CBT to begin March 7 across Karnataka: Check direct link to download hall tickets here

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The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has published the admit cards of Kaiga Site recruitment examination 2026. Computer-Based Tests (CBT): It will commence on March 7, 2026. On the official NPCIL careers portal, candidates who have applied to several technical and administrative positions under Advertisement No. NPCIL/KAIGA SITE/HRM/01/2025 should access their hall tickets…

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Farhan Akhtar reacts to butter brand’s ‘Sitar turn’ doodle honoring his role as Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes’ Beatles biopic

Farhan Akhtar reacts to butter brand’s ‘Sitar turn’ doodle honoring his role as Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes’ Beatles biopic

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Popular dairy brand celebrated Farhan Akhtar’s Hollywood debut with a creative doodle after he was cast as sitar legend Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes’ upcoming Beatles biopics, ‘The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event’ Akhtar expressed gratitude for the tribute on his social media handle. Actor-director Farhan Akhtar is heading to Hollywood, and the news…

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