Shashi Tharoor

Shashi Tharoor

politician India

Shashi Tharoor is an Indian politician, author, and former diplomat, currently serving as a Member of Parliament for the Indian National Congress. Known for his articulate speeches and extensive knowledge on global affairs, Tharoor has held various significant positions, including serving as the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations. He has gained prominence not only for his political career but also for his literary contributions, having authored several books on Indian politics, history, and culture. Tharoor is often recognized for his progressive views and his ability to engage in thoughtful discourse on contentious issues, making him a notable figure in contemporary Indian politics.

Born on Jul 09, 1956 (68 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
4,688,743
Power
9,853$
Sentiment
5.44
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
India 16 5.44 0.28% +20% 1,380,004,385 4,688,743 $2,900,000 9,853$
Totals 16 1,380,004,385 4,688,743 $2,900,000 9,853$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Shashi Tharoor is mentioned as someone whose ambitions for the CM's post in Kerala may be limited due to rival factions within the Congress party. 5

The Times of India: As Kerala CM post looks elusive, is Tharoor reconsidering his political future?

India India: Shashi Tharoor is well-known for his incredible vocabulary and command of the English language. 9

The Times of India: Want to improve your English? Here's Shashi Tharoor's golden advice for enhancing your vocabulary

India India: Shashi Tharoor strongly backed Kerala unit chief K Sudhakaran's continuation amid reports of ongoing rift within the party. 8

The Times of India: 'No meaning in the demand': Shashi Tharoor backs Congress Kerala unit chief amid rift rumors with party | India News

India India: Shashi Tharoor downplayed controversy surrounding reports of rift with Congress after his recent podcast. 5

The Times of India: 'What's the controversy about?': Shashi Tharoor amid rift reports with Congress | India News

India India: Shashi Tharoor is staking claim to leadership in the Kerala Congress ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. 7

The Times of India: Shashi Tharoor staking claim in Kerala Congress as 'new pole' | India News

India India: Shashi Tharoor is a Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram who is currently navigating a political storm within his party. 6

The Times of India: Congress's Kerala conundrum: Shashi Tharoor rubs it in with 'selfie message' | India News

India India: Shashi Tharoor is a Thiruvananthapuram MP and senior leader who shared a photo with BJP's Piyush Goyal amid speculation about his rift with Congress. 5

The Times of India: Amid Congress rift rumours, Shashi Tharoor shares photo with BJP's Piyush Goyal | India News

India India: Shashi Tharoor, a former UN diplomat-turned politician, surprised many in the Congress when he announced to contest elections for the post of Congress president. 7

The Times of India: Row over praise for rivals: Should Congress be wary of Shashi Tharoor? | India News