Katchatheevu island

2024 - 3 - 31

The Katchatheevu Island Controversy: A Tale of Political Betrayal and Diplomatic Moves

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Discover the intriguing history of Katchatheevu Island and the political drama surrounding its 'ceding' to Sri Lanka. #KatchatheevuIsland #PoliticalControversy

The Katchatheevu Island, located just 25 km from the Indian coast in Tamil Nadu, was historically part of India until 1974. The controversial agreement signed by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with Sri Lanka led to the relinquishment of Katchatheevu to the island nation. This move stirred up a political storm, with Congress and DMK facing accusations of betrayal for 'giving away' the strategic island.

The ceding of Katchatheevu continues to be a contentious issue, impacting the lives of fishermen from both Sri Lanka and India who rely on its waters for their livelihood. Recent political spats between parties like the BJP and Congress have reignited debates on the decision made decades ago. Prime Minister Modi and Congress President Kharge exchanged barbs, shedding light on the complex web of diplomatic history surrounding the island.

Critics have condemned the handover of Katchatheevu, with BJP's Amit Shah accusing Congress of dividing the nation through such actions. The issue has become a focal point in contemporary politics, showcasing the enduring repercussions of the 1974 agreement. As the debate intensifies, the spotlight on Katchatheevu only grows brighter, highlighting the long-standing repercussions of past political decisions.

In a surprising twist, the Katchatheevu issue is resurfacing as a key talking point ahead of the upcoming LS polls, stirring up fresh controversies and prompting a reevaluation of historical decisions. The island's significance in Indian-Sri Lankan relations remains a topic of interest, with politicians and citizens alike revisiting the events that shaped the region's geopolitical landscape.

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'Betrayal of Congress, DMK': How Indira Gandhi 'ceded ... (Business Today)

Katchatheevu belonged to India till 1974, and it is just 25 km from the Indian coast in Tamil Nadu.

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All you need to know about Katchatheevu island, 'ceded' by ... (Hindustan Times)

In June 1974, then-PM Indira Gandhi signed an agreement with Sri Lanka, 'giving away' Katchatheevu to the island nation. | Latest News India.

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Kharge counters PM Modi after 'Congress gave away Katchatheevu ... (Livemint)

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, on Sunday, slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader has "only just ...

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Five things to know about Katchatheevu Island that India 'gave away ... (Firstpost)

Multifaceted issues remain in relation to the Katchatheevu issue. The lives of fishermen from Sri Lanka and India are in jeopardy since they depend on the ...

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'They only want to divide or break our nation': Amit Shah slams ... (Times of India)

India News: "Slow claps for Congress! They willingly gave up #Katchatheevu and had no regrets about it either. Sometimes an MP of the Congress speaks about ...

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Raising Katchatheevu issue shows PM Modi's desperation: Kharge (The Hindu)

Hitting back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his charge that Indira Gandhi gave away Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka, Congress chief Mallikarjun ...

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'Startling that his eyes...': DMK counters PM on 'island handover' to ... (India Today)

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of "callously" handing over the Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974, the DMK hit back and said ...

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Congress callously gave away Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka ... (The Hindu BusinessLine)

Updated - March 31, 2024 at 04:01 PM. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also took a swipe at the Congress, saying these facts should concern every citizen.

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How Katchatheevu Issue is Taking Spotlight Ahead of LS Polls; Why ... (News18)

In 1968, the Opposition attacked the Indira Gandhi government for speaking with the Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dudley Senanayake who showed the island in ...

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Katchatheevu Island row: PM Modi vs Mallikarjun Kharge ahead of ... (Hindustan Times)

A war of words broke out, both online and offline, between the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress on Sunday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged that ...

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'Desperation palpable': Congress hits back at PM Modi for 'raking up ... (Times of India)

India News: NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday led a BJP charge against the Congress for "callously" giving away Katchatheevu island to Sri ...

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Katchatheevu: Tiny Lanka Island Takes Centre Stage In Tamil Nadu ... (NDTV)

A tiny island between India and Sri Lanka on Palk Straight has become the hot button issue ahead of the general election in Tamil Nadu, where the BJP is ...

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7. What's Katchatheevu island issue Modi spoke about? (Times of India)

WhatPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday cited a media report to assert that new facts reveal that the Congress "callously" gave away Katchatheevu i.

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BJP, Oppn spar over Katchatheevu island (Hindustan Times)

The report, published by The Times of India on Sunday and cited by Modi, was based on documents obtained by Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai | Latest News ...

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Where is Katchatheevu island and why is it at the centre of a BJP ... (Livemint)

PM Modi criticized Congress for giving away Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974, leading to sharp rebuttal from Congress leaders.

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Katchatheevu: A regular item on Indo-Sri Lankan conversations ... (The Economic Times)

Katchatheevu is a 285-acre uninhabited island in the Palk Strait, between India and Sri Lanka. It lies northeast of Rameswaram, about 33 km from the Indian ...

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Public has right to know how Katchatheevu island was given to Sri ... (Times of India)

India News: Jaishankar criticized Congress and DMK for mishandling the Katchatheevu issue, emphasizing the public's right to know about the island's ...

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Day after attacking Cong, PM Modi targets DMK on Katchatheevu ... (Business Standard)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday targeted the DMK over the Katchatheevu island issue, alleging the ruling party of Tamil Nadu did nothing to safeguard ...

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katchatheevu: PM Jawaharlal Nehru saw Katchatheevu island as a ... (The Economic Times)

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar disclosed that former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru had expressed his disregard for the Katchatheevu island, ...

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'Katchatheevu nothing more than a rock for Pandit Nehru, Indira ... (Business Today)

Jaishankar said there have been claims and counterclaims between India and Sri Lanka over the Katchatheevu island. He highlighted India's claim that ...

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