Rahul Gandhi in Patna Court today over his 'why all thieves have Modi surname' remark
The Congress leader appeared before the court in a defamation complaint over his campaign-trail comment.
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August 16, 2026 · New Delhi
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The Congress leader appeared before the court in a defamation complaint over his campaign-trail comment.
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