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Shashi Tharoor Slams Centre Over Lack Of Acknowledgement For Nobel Winner
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Former UN human rights chief Navi Pillay, of Indian origin, won the Nobel Peace Prize this year. Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticized the Centre for not acknowledging Pillay's win, calling it "deplorable". Pillay's parents were of Indian origin, and she has spent her career defending human rights, including anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela.

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Published Monday, October 19, 2026

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