Shashi Tharoor (file photo) Congress leader Shashi Tharoor hailed external affairs minister S Jaishankar and his ministry on Tuesday for establishing the Nalanda University campus in Bihar. He admired the university while attending a literature festival at the university, highlighting it as one of the MEA’s significant but underappreciated achievements.”…I was hugely impressed by the Nalanda University campus while attending the @nalandalitlive. My warm congratulations to @DrSJaishankar and @IndianDiplomacy for this wonderful achievement, which deserves a higher rating among the many unsung contributions of MEA to our nation,” Tharoor said on X.During his Bihar visit, Tharoor clarified his purpose was cultural, not political. He urged others to visit local attractions like the Bihar Museum and Bapu Tower. Hindu Lynching Sparks Outrage: Shashi Tharoor Warns On Mob Rule, Priyanka Blasts Modi Govt Silence Notably, Tharoor has previously made statements supporting the Modi government, often differing from his party’s stance. He recently pointed out India’s absence from the world’s top universities, saying “India no longer hosts any of the world’s leading universities…. While a few universities have now entered the top 200, none figure among the top 10 or even the top 50 worldwide.”The original Nalanda Mahavihara, dating from the third century BCE to the 13th century CE, was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2016. Tharoor celebrated its rebirth after about 800 years since its destruction by Bakhtyar Khilji around 1200 AD.He emphasized that ancient Nalanda wasn’t just successful due to lack of competition but because it was truly “an extraordinary institution.”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 MediaVideos’Make Her PM & See…’: Congress MP Endorses Priyanka Gandhi; BJP Takes ‘No Faith In Rahul’ DigHanuman Chalisa Verse Echoes In Delhi As Hindu Lynching In Bangladesh Triggers High Voltage ProtestsAfter Harassment Charge, BJP Leader Nazia Elahi Khan Dares IndiGo To Blacklist HerDonald Trump Praises Asim Munir As ‘Highly Respected’, Reiterates Eight Jets Shot Down in Op SindoorJaishankar Reveals India’s $450 Million Aid Package To Rebuild Sri Lanka After Cyclone DitwahAfter Visa Freeze, Bangladesh Summons Indian High Commissioner Amid Protests Over Hindu Lynching’90% Own Tech…Took Out Rafale, S-400′: Asim Munir Makes Absurd Claims On India-Pak Conflict’Nukes Are Tools For Escalation, Not Peace’: Student Exposes Munir’s Mindset At India vs Pak Debate’India Faces Two War Realities: Counter Terror Strikes And Long Conflicts’, Says CDS Anil ChauhanRahul Gandhi Attacks Modi Govt In Germany, Says ‘West, India Handed Over Production To China’123PhotostoriesDo you throw lemon peels away? These 5 health benefits say you shouldn’tEurope to Asia without flight: How a train journey can make it possible in around 21 days8 dishes from across India that can be made with Kachi Haldi and storedNot just sugary drinks or packed food: 7 everyday foods that cause inflammation if not consumed rightFrom Pizza to Biryani: 7 Kulhad/Matka dishes to enjoy during winter5 nutritious foods that are equivalent to taking vitamin D supplementShah Rukh Khan to Deepika Padukone: 5 standout Sabyasachi celebrity outfits of 2025 that ruled the red carpetVicky Kaushal reveals the first film he wants his son to watch, and it’s not ‘Chhaava,’ ‘Sam Bahadur,’ or ‘Sardar Udham’Bengaluru aims high: Metro targets 175km network for citywide connectivityFrom Proboscis monkey to Aye-aye: 8 unusual and weird looking Primates that showcase nature’s creativity123Hot PicksUAE WeatherPAN-Aadhaar linkingGold price predictionGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays DecemberBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingMax Payne Remake Release DateResident Evil Code Veronica Release DateJade Cargill and Bradon Net WorthJosh Allen and Hailee Steinfields HolidayChristen GoffPhilip RiversPaul Heyman and Marla Heyman Net WorthAaron RodgersJade Cargill and Brandon Net WorthCharles Barkley
Shashi Tharoor (file photo)
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor hailed external affairs minister S Jaishankar and his ministry on Tuesday for establishing the Nalanda University campus in Bihar. He admired the university while attending a literature festival at the university, highlighting it as one of the MEA’s significant but underappreciated achievements.“…I was hugely impressed by the Nalanda University campus while attending the @nalandalitlive. My warm congratulations to @DrSJaishankar and @IndianDiplomacy for this wonderful achievement, which deserves a higher rating among the many unsung contributions of MEA to our nation,” Tharoor said on X.During his Bihar visit, Tharoor clarified his purpose was cultural, not political. He urged others to visit local attractions like the Bihar Museum and Bapu Tower.
Notably, Tharoor has previously made statements supporting the Modi government, often differing from his party’s stance. He recently pointed out India’s absence from the world’s top universities, saying “India no longer hosts any of the world’s leading universities…. While a few universities have now entered the top 200, none figure among the top 10 or even the top 50 worldwide.”The original Nalanda Mahavihara, dating from the third century BCE to the 13th century CE, was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2016. Tharoor celebrated its rebirth after about 800 years since its destruction by Bakhtyar Khilji around 1200 AD.He emphasized that ancient Nalanda wasn’t just successful due to lack of competition but because it was truly “an extraordinary institution.”
