Gopalkrishna Gandhi

Gopalkrishna Gandhi reacts to him being Opposition's Presidential candidate, makes BIG statement

Mamata Banerjee has mentioned Gopalkrishna Gandhi's name as the opposition parties' candidate for the upcoming Presidential election.

Jun 15, 2022, 20:40 PM IST

Presidential Election 2022: Opposition leaders reach out to Gopalkrishna Gandhi as possible candidate?

Gopalkrishna Gandhi, grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, has sought time from Opposition leaders in regards to his nomination for the Presidential Election.

Jun 14, 2022, 23:19 PM IST

Sonia Gandhi greets Venkaiah Naidu on Vice-President poll win

The 68-year-old BJP leader from Andhra Pradesh was today elected as India's next vice-president, securing an overwhelming two-third of the votes against opposition candidate Gopalkrishna Gandhi.

Aug 05, 2017, 22:22 PM IST

Gopalkrishna Gandhi congratulates Naidu, says got votes beyond calculations

"I congratulate him on his victory. I wish him all the best," Gandhi said, but added that the the number of votes he got was beyond certain calculations.

Aug 05, 2017, 21:19 PM IST

From Nellore to Delhi: A look into Venkaiah Naidu's incredible political journey

National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu was on Saturday elected the 13th vice-president of India, defeating Oppositions' candidate Gopal Krishna Gandhi. Naidu is the third Telugu person who has occupied the key constitutional post after Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and V. V. Giri. 

Aug 05, 2017, 19:54 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi wishes Venkaiah Naidu on vice-presidential elections win

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday was the first few members to extend his wishes to NDA vice-presidential candidate Venkaiah Naidu on his victory. 

Aug 05, 2017, 19:33 PM IST

Vice-Presidential election: Voting ends, total poll percentage 98.21%

Voting for Vice Presidential Election has ended with a total poll percentage of 98.21%.

Aug 05, 2017, 18:18 PM IST

Vice presidential poll: It's a fight based on constitutional principles, says Gopalkrishna Gandhi

Opposition vice presidential candidate Gopalkrishna Gandhi on Saturday described the contest between him and Venkaiah Naidu as a fight based on constitutional principles.

Aug 05, 2017, 10:34 AM IST

Vice Presidential Election 2017: LIVE Streaming

Polling to elect the 14th Vice President of India is underway in Parliament.

Aug 05, 2017, 10:18 AM IST

Vice-Presidential poll 2017: Here's list of former vice-presidents of India

The election to decide India's 15th vice-president will be held on Saturday, August 5. 

Aug 05, 2017, 00:00 AM IST

Venkaiah Naidu vs Gopalkrishna Gandhi: Know how the vice president of India is elected

Naidu appears to have an edge over Gandhi in the polls as the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has majority in the 545-member Lok Sabha. 

Aug 04, 2017, 22:57 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi to address NDA MPs on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Parliament members of the National Democratic Alliance on Friday, ahead of the Vice President`s election on Saturday.

Aug 03, 2017, 19:44 PM IST

Gopalkrishna Gandhi's nephew hits out at uncle for taking Congress' side, says 'Not in Gandhiji's name'

Opposition-backed Gopalkrishna Gandhi is pitted against ruling National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate M Venkaiah Naidu. 

Jul 31, 2017, 09:13 AM IST

Venkaiah Naidu rubbishes "conspiracy" theory behind his nomination

State ministers, MPs and former MPs were among those who attended the event and felicitated Naidu for being chosen as the candidate for the high post.

Jul 29, 2017, 15:58 PM IST

Vice-presidential election 2017: Nitish Kumar continues to support Opposition candidate Gopalkrishna Gandhi

Despite forming an alliance with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Bihar yet again, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to support Opposition's Vice-Presidential candidate Gopalkrishna Gandhi will remain unchanged, says report. 

Jul 28, 2017, 08:50 AM IST

Gopalkrishna Gandhi to write letters to all MPs to canvass votes

He will also send a video link to all members of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha with his message on the matter, an opposition leader involved in strategising for the election said on Tuesday.

Jul 18, 2017, 20:07 PM IST

Venkaiah Naidu as NDA vice-presidential candidate - Here's why PM Narendra Modi chose the veteran BJP leader from south

Senior BJP leader and party veteran Venkaiah Naidu was picked up as the ruling NDA's vice-presidential candidate to contest against Opposition nominee Gopalkrishna Gandhi.

Jul 18, 2017, 15:17 PM IST

NDA Vice Presidential candidate Venkaiah Naidu to file nomination today

BJP Parliamentary Board chose Venkaiah Naidu as NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate. He will be filing nomination for the post, today. Watch to know more.

Jul 18, 2017, 12:43 PM IST

Grateful to Opposition for selecting me as Vice Presidential nominee: Gopalkrishna Gandhi

Opposition`s vice-presidential nominee Gopalkrishna Gandhi on Tuesday said he has accepted the request with a sense of gratitude and responsibility.Gopalkrishna said a total of 18 opposition parties asked him to be their presidential candidate.

Jul 18, 2017, 11:44 AM IST

Venkaiah Naidu, NDA vice-presidential pick, files nomination, thanks Mulayam for support

Veteran BJP leader Venkaiah Naidu, who was on July 17 nominated as the NDA vice-presidential candidate, formally resigned as the Urban Development Minister on Tuesday.

Jul 18, 2017, 09:05 AM IST