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Rahul Gandhi

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  • Born 19 June 1970
  • Age 54
  • Birth Place New Delhi, Delhi India
  • Profession Politician
  • Political Party Indian National Congress
  • In Office President Of The Indian National Congress 16 December 2017 - 10 August 2019, Vice President Of The Indian National Congress 19 January 2013 - 16 December 2017, General Secretary Of Indian National Congress 25 September 2007 - 19 January 2013, Chairperson Of National Students' Union Of India 25 September 2007 - 26 October 2022
  • Residence 10, Janpath, New Delhi

Rahul Gandhi BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 11 Feb 2025
As the country approaches the 2024 General Elections, one leader who could be seen as one of the biggest challenges to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reign is Rahul Gandhi. Rahul's growing popularity was recently witnessed when he ...

Rahul Gandhi PERSONAL LIFE

Father Rajiv Gandhi
Mother Sonia Gandhi
Spouse no value
Education Rollins College (B.A.), Trinity College, Cambridge (M. Phil. Development Studies)

POSITIONS HELD BY Rahul Gandhi

Position Tenure
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha 9 June 2024 - Present
Member of the 18th Lok Sabha 4 June 2024 - Present
Member of the 17th Lok Sabha 30 May 2019 - 23 March 2023
Member of the 16th Lok Sabha N/A
Member of the 15th Lok Sabha N/A
Member of the 14th Lok Sabha 17 May 2004 - Present

RAHUL GANDHI NEWS

In the glow of Putin’s visit, why no banquet invite to Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge cast a shadow

December 09, 2025 10:11 am

There have been many instances in the past of the government and the Opposition working together to reinforce India’s position on the global stage on various issues. This bipartisan spirit was missing from Rashtrapati Bhavan's guest list.

Not inviting LoP makes government look small

December 17, 2025 2:16 pm

The presence of a diverse political spectrum at the high table is not a courtesy to rivals but a statement of India’s democratic strength.

Putin dinner row: As Rahul Gandhi, Kharge are not invited, a diplomatic tradition fades away

December 08, 2025 7:44 am

While Congress says “call-ons” by NDA chairman and LoPs were part of dignitaries’ itinerary during UPA time, BJP says onus on visiting delegation

Rahul India’s weakest link: BJP amid row over ‘no invite’ to LoP

December 07, 2025 5:44 am

On Friday, Congress confirmed neither Gandhi nor LoP in Rajya Sabha and Congress chief, Mallikarjun Kharge, was invited to the banquet hosted for Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

What Shashi Tharoor said after attending Putin dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan as Rahul Gandhi, Kharge left out

December 06, 2025 7:40 pm

Shashi Tharoor's presence on Russian President Vladimir Putin's banquet came amid questions from the Congress on why Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge did not receive invitations.

Shashi Tharoor invited to Putin dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Rahul Gandhi and Kharge not

December 06, 2025 8:43 pm

Reacting to Shashi Tharoor being invited, Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera said, “Those who extended such an invitation raise questions, and those who accepted are also open to scrutiny."

Modi govt doesn't want Opposition to meet Putin because of its insecurity: Rahul Gandhi

December 04, 2025 7:16 pm

Vladimir Putin is on a two-day visit to India on Thursday and Friday for annual summit talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Congress' Jan Aakrosh Yatra: Rahul Gandhi claims Gujarati youth pushed into drugs, alcohol, and crime

December 02, 2025 2:27 pm

Rahul Gandhi, during the Congress’ Jan Aakrosh Yatra in Gujarat, alleged a surge in drugs, illegal liquor and crime, accusing the BJP government of shielding offenders and neglecting farmers affected by recent floods.

'When facts ran thin, theatrics stepped in': Kharge on new National Herald case by ED against Sonia, Rahul

December 02, 2025 9:54 am

The Enforcement Directorate filed a fresh FIR with Delhi Police against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, alleging misuse of government-allotted AJL properties and financial fraud in the National Herald case.

National Herald case: ED files fresh FIR with Delhi Police against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi

December 01, 2025 4:26 am

ED claims in the FIR against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others that properties given at concessional rates for public welfare activities were illegally diverted for personal gain.

RAHUL GANDHI PHOTOS

Congress leaders take to streets on day Rahul Gandhi appears before ED

June 13, 2022 2:09 pm

Congress leaders were detained by Delhi Police for protesting without permission outside the AICC headquarters.

IE 100 2022: List of most powerful Indians

April 21, 2022 10:24 am

As the PM now for eight years, Modi remains disruptor-in-chief with a regularity that expands his presence and crimps his critics. Yogi Adityanath towers over the horizon, having entered the top five Sangh Parivar club. He ranks just after Mukesh Ambani.

With Assembly polls battle over, celebrations, stock-taking in political parties

March 13, 2022 9:05 pm

Punjab CM-designate Bhagwant Mann, along with AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, held a victory roadshow in Amritsar on Sunday to mark their spectacular win in Punjab elections.

After CWC meeting, Congress attacks BJP govt, releases internal election schedule

October 16, 2021 10:43 pm

Rreacting to comments by some G-23 leaders that the party needs an active president, Sonia said, “I am, if you will allow me to say so, a full-time and hands on Congress President.”

Rare images of Jawaharlal Nehru on his 57th death anniversary

May 27, 2021 11:59 am

May 27, 2021 marks the 57th year of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru aka Chacha Nehru's demise. Following are some rare archival images commemorating highlights of his lifetime.

In Pictures: Rahul Gandhi swimming with Kerala fishermen during his recent Kollam visit

February 26, 2021 10:36 am

During his recent visit to Kerala, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi interacted with the fishing community, ventured into the sea with the fishermen and took a stab at fishing.

On Day 2 of tractor rally in Punjab, Rahul Gandhi continues attack on Centre over farm laws

October 05, 2020 8:19 pm

Gandhi, who is holding a series of tractor rallies during his 'Kheti Bachao Yatra' across Punjab to protest the Centre's new farm laws, also accused the Prime Minister of destroying the food system.

Rahul, Priyanka make it to Hathras victim's home in second attempt after high drama at UP border

October 03, 2020 11:03 pm

This was Congress leaders’ second attempt to reach Hathras – the first, on Thursday, ended in a scuffle after the Uttar Pradesh police refused to let the Gandhis’ visit the Hathras village.

On Sonia Gandhi's 73rd birthday, here are some rare photographs that you wouldn’t have seen

December 10, 2019 6:44 am

The Congress interim chief Sonia Gandhi turned 73 Monday. She has decided not to celebrate her birthday in the wake of rape incidents across the country and growing concerns over women’s security.

Gandhi family, Congress leaders pay tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on 75th birth anniversary

August 20, 2019 12:49 pm

Born on 20th August, 1944, Rajiv Gandhi served as prime minister from 1984 to 1989. He was assassinated on May 21, 1991.

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