Modi criticized global organizations' relevance, Congress retaliates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced criticism from the Congress party after he described global organizations as "almost irrelevant" in a podcast. He stated that no reforms are left in these institutions amid rising global conflicts. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of echoing former U.S. President Donald Trump's rhetoric. Ramesh emphasized that India has benefited from these organizations and questioned Modi's remarks about their relevance. In the podcast, Modi praised Trump for his qualities and noted their differing priorities, stating he stands for "India First" while Trump stands for "America First."