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PM Takes Aim at Kejriwal and Rahul in Lok Sabha with Jabs About ‘Jacuzzis,’ ‘Sheesh Mahal,’ and ‘Photo Ops in Huts’
In a subtle reference to Kejriwal and the alleged opulence of ‘Sheesh Mahal’, Modi remarked, “Certain leaders prioritize jacuzzi amenities and luxurious showers, whereas our focus is on ensuring every household has access to clean water. After 75 years of independence, over 16 crore homes, which account for 75% of households, still lack tap connections.”
“In five years, our government has successfully provided pure tap water to 12 crore families,” he added.
Modi also indirectly criticized Rahul Gandhi for his remarks regarding President Murmu’s speech on the first day of the Budget Session. He commented, “Those who find entertainment in photo ops in the slums may perceive discussions about the poor in Parliament as tedious.”
Highlighting various public-driven projects and government initiatives aimed at harnessing national resources, Modi emphasized that his administration has utilized funds to build the nation rather than create luxurious residences, referencing the alleged misuse of taxpayer money for ‘Sheesh Mahal.’
“In the past decade, media outlets were rife with reports of scams and corruption. During our governance, we have saved significant amounts of money for public use, not for constructing ‘Sheesh Mahal,’ but for nation-building,” he stated.
Continuing his criticism of the AAP government in Delhi, Modi stressed his administration’s commitment to providing bright futures for youth, contrasting it with parties he described as “AAPda” (a tragedy) for young people.
Modi also took a veiled shot at Rahul Gandhi, suggesting that “some” individuals make reckless comments about foreign policy, even to the detriment of the nation. He remarked that these individuals believe they must address foreign policy topics to appear knowledgeable.
He suggested the book ‘JFK’s Forgotten Crisis,’ which documents exchanges between India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and U.S. President John F. Kennedy, should be read by those genuinely interested in foreign policy.
“For those who seek a true understanding of foreign policy or wish to contribute meaningfully, I recommend ‘JFK’s Forgotten Crisis.’ This book, authored by a distinguished foreign policy scholar, covers critical conversations between Nehru and Kennedy,” said Modi.
Highlighting the book’s relevance in reflecting the challenges India faced during pivotal moments in history, Modi encouraged its reading to understand the intricacies of foreign policy during critical times.
He wrapped up his remarks by referencing the BJP’s recent victories in Haryana and the success of the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra’s elections.
Maharashtra : Eleven people were hospitalised after eating a birthday cake that allegedly contained a dead lizard in Nalasopara, Maharashtra.
The incident took place during a birthday celebration. The affected group included seven children and four women.
According to reports, they complained of sudden stomach and chest pain shortly after eating the cake.
They were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Doctors said that all 11 patients are in stable condition.
The incident has raised serious concerns about food safety and hygiene standards in bakeries.
The case comes amid growing concerns over food safety in Maharashtra. Earlier, a rat was allegedly seen inside an ice cream freezer at a Blinkit store in Thane’s Godrej Hill area in Kalyan.
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In another incident, food safety officials suspended the FSSAI licence of a Blinkit-linked facility in Malad West after finding several violations.
The recent incidents have increased calls for stricter checks on food storage, hygiene and safety standards across the state.
Ernakulam: A dead Russell’s viper was found on a passenger seat inside a Vande Bharat Express in Ernakulam, causing panic among passengers.
The incident took place on Friday, August 14, at around 2.30 pm. The train was scheduled to leave Ernakulam Junction for Bengaluru.
The incident came to light before the train began its journey. Vinu Varghese, who works for an insurance company in Ernakulam, had booked a ticket to travel to Coimbatore with his two-year-old child.
When he returned to his seat after visiting the restroom, he noticed the dead snake lying on the seat. He was shocked and immediately informed the Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) and railway staff.
The railway staff quickly responded to the situation. With the help of passengers, they removed the dead snake from the coach.
After the snake was removed, the passengers felt relieved. Vinu Varghese later filed an official complaint through the railway portal.
In his complaint, he questioned the safety and cleanliness standards on the train. He said passengers pay a significant amount for travelling on Vande Bharat trains and expected better safety measures.
Varghese said the railway staff later apologised for the incident.
The incident has also raised questions about how a snake entered the passenger compartment. Vande Bharat trains are air-conditioned and have sealed gangways and automatic doors that open only at designated stations.
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The incident has raised concerns about pest control and safety protocols on the train. Railway authorities have ordered a detailed investigation into the matter.
This is not the first reported incident involving a snake on a Vande Bharat train. In December 2025, a passenger was allegedly accused of deliberately placing a snake inside the Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express.
Bengaluru: Bengaluru police have detained a 25-year-old man from West Bengal over his alleged links with a terror group.
The accused has been identified as Asafool Mallik. He is a native of Naopara village in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district.
Police detained Mallik in the Jigani area after receiving information about his alleged suspicious online activities.
According to the police, Mallik had allegedly established contact with a person identified as Imran Haider through Facebook. Haider, who is from Afghanistan, is suspected to have links with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Police said Mallik allegedly wanted to travel to Afghanistan and join the group. He also allegedly discussed retaliatory attacks against the Pakistan Army and possible attacks in India.
Mallik had reportedly applied for a visa to travel to Afghanistan. However, he later dropped the plan due to financial difficulties and family responsibilities, police said.
Mallik was living near APC Circle in Jigani. He had been working as a security guard at Tata Advanced Limited in the Jigani Industrial Area since December 2025.
Police said they received information about his activities while conducting patrols in the Bommasandra Industrial Area.
During questioning, Mallik allegedly said he was angry over what he believed were attacks on Muslims in Pakistan. He also reportedly expressed anger over Pakistan’s position on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Police further said Mallik was allegedly being encouraged to retaliate if Muslims faced difficulties in India.
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Police later examined Mallik’s mobile phone. They allegedly found chats, voice calls and audio conversations between Mallik and Haider.
The police are now examining the chats, recordings and other material recovered from the phone.
The investigation is underway to determine the extent of Mallik’s alleged links with the terror network.
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