BIZARRE: Rashtriya swayamsevak sangh - What They Never Told You

Complaint filed against Minister Priyank Kharge for linking RSS to 44,250 cartridge seizure case

A complaint was filed against Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge for allegedly spreading misinformation on social media. The complaint specifically accuses him of linking the RSS to a recent ammunition seizure in Bihar and Haryana. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya condemned the minister for peddling what he termed as fake news.…

The Economic Times · Nov 11

India rejects USCIRF remarks on gurdwara attacks, calls it 'blatantly political'

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also wondered why the USCIRF chose to remain silent on attacks on religious places in the US and on racial abuse targeting the Indian community in that country.

The Economic Times · Nov 10

CPI's D Raja slams PM Modi over 'Dimagi Naxals' remark, says "he must be ashamed"

D Raja of the Communist Party of India condemned Prime Minister Modi's comments regarding 'Dimagi Naxals' during his speech. Raja expressed concern over the shifting government slogans from 'Congress Mukt Bharat' to 'Naxal Mukt Bharat'. He accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh of infiltrating educational institutions and influencing appointments. Raja emphasised…

The Economic Times · Nov 9

Must guard against exploitation of protests by anti-India elements: RSS spokesperson

An extensive debate on the RSS' nationalist views on Hindutva and other issues has been going on for more than 100 years, and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and other functionaries are always willing to engage in dialogue on these subjects, said the Sangh's Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar.

The Economic Times · Oct 31

RSS well-wishers register as foreign agent in US, plan outreach to counter ‘misinformation’

A group of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) well-wishers has registered with the US Department of Justice (DoJ) as a foreign agent representing the organisation. The group, named RSS Friends, aims to expand outreach in the US and respond to information it considers inaccurate or lacking relevant context.

The Times of India · Oct 29

"Change of government through democratic means is what India wants": Kapil Sibal hits back at Bhagwat's 'regime change' remarks

Kapil Sibal addressed a press conference criticizing RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's Vijayadashami address concerning regime change. He argued that calls for change in India are democratic and peaceful unlike unrest abroad. Sibal accused the government of stifling dissent and manipulating legal processes against opposition leaders. Additionally, he raised concerns about…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

'RSS an all-male cult, I believe in Shiva Shakti': Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi, as the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, has criticized the RSS for gender inequality. He described the organization as an all-male, anti-constitutional cult that devalues women. Gandhi expressed that many women within the RSS align themselves with his political stance. He has urged the youth to…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

RSS March in Japan Sparks Online Debate Over Hindu Nationalism Beyond India's Borders

A video labelled 'RSS wing in Japan HSS' has prompted online debate, but available material does not verify its location, date, organisers, event type or purpose.

International Business Times UK · Oct 20

"Strong India is not good for our own enemies": Rajeev Chandrasekhar backs Mohan Bhagwat's remarks

Rajeev Chandrasekhar supported Mohan Bhagwat's comments regarding the potential risks associated with protests in India. He noted that India's post-COVID recovery has been commendable compared to other nations. Chandrasekhar raised concerns about societal unrest that might impede the nation's progress. He criticized Sanjay Raut for promoting chaos and urged a…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Vijayadashami Utsav: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says India’s diversity must be accepted, protected

Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the necessity of acknowledging India's rich diversity during the RSS’s Vijayadashami Utsav. He stated that respect for diversity is rooted in India's philosophical traditions, integral to the country's character. Bhagwat linked the RSS’s centenary efforts to the awakening of national identity as reflected in the Constitution’s Preamble.…

The Economic Times · Oct 20