Rahul & Kharge Not Invited to Putin State Dinner; Tharoor Invited

This article examines the political buzz surrounding invitations to the state dinner hosted for President Putin. Senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were reportedly not invited, while Shashi Tharoor did receive an invitation. The piece discusses political reactions, speculated reasons, and how such invitation decisions often reflect diplomatic protocol, political signaling, or practical considerations. It also outlines the government’s official stance and the broader political context of India-Russia relations.