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Naseeruddin Shah, filmmaker Payal Kapadia stand in solidarity with agitating SRFTI students

Naseeruddin Shah and filmmaker Payal Kapadia expressed support for Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute students. The students have been protesting against violence allegedly perpetrated by RSS-affiliated organizations on campus. Shah criticized the ruling BJP in West Bengal, claiming they are targeting dissenters. Kapadia emphasized the need for action against…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Return of Mrs G's 'foreign hand': Is Mohan Bhagwat's warning of a foreign hand behind protests a genuine concern or an old political tactic?

Mohan Bhagwat warns of foreign conspiracies behind protests in India, echoing past political tactics to delegitimize dissent. While he claims to embrace religious diversity, critics question his commitment to action against communal violence and the protection of minority rights, highlighting a discrepancy between his words and deeds.

The Economic Times · Oct 22

Jagran’s RSS confession is here. Its record deserves a re-read

Few editors say it so plainly. Speaking at the RSS Vijayadashami celebration in Nagpur, Dainik Jagran editor-in-chief Sanjay Gupta declared: “The ideology of the Sangh and Jagran is one at the point of loyalty and dedication to Indian Sanatan culture and the nation.”

Newslaundry · Oct 20

Rahul Gandhi takes centre stage as Opposition takes SIR fight to Delhi's streets

Opposition MPs, led by Rahul Gandhi, protested near the Election Commission office against the CEC's alleged hand in the SIR events. Gandhi sought to meet CEC Gyanesh Kumar to address allegations of vote rigging. The protest resulted in several leaders being detained by police. BJP slammed the opposition's actions.

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Rahul Gandhi says 'none will be spared', alleges Modi, Shah, RSS chief hijacked country through vote chori

Police detained Congress workers and supporters marching towards the Election Commission to demand the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were prevented from entering the Election Commission office. The protests escalated outside the office as opposition members faced heavy police presence. Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

BJP, RSS to hold key meeting in Mathura on Oct 3-4 to review 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly Poll preparedness

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will hold an important meeting of their office-bearers in Mathura on October 3 and 4 ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections, sources said on Tuesday.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

‘Cockroaches! Anti-nationals’: What happened at Kolkata’s Satyajit Ray film institute?

“I went to save my friends after the scuffle broke out; that’s when a man shoved me in the chest,” said Purvi, a member of the Student Council at Kolkata’s Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute. She alleged that female students were threatened with the words, “If you are still…

Newslaundry · Sep 28

Why is India’s election body chief under fire?

Opposition parties allege ‘vote theft’ and demand chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

The Independent UK · Sep 25

‘Vote chori’ is treason, Rahul Gandhi says; Opposition targets EC over SIR report

Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP, RSS, and Election Commission of treason regarding electoral roll manipulations. Allegations arose after reports indicated dissent among Election Commissioners concerning procedural decisions. Abhishek Manu Singhvi criticized the Chief Election Commission's leadership as misleading and harmful to democracy. Additionally, Arvind Kejriwal and Abhishek Banerjee called…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

UP Assembly polls: BSP Chief Mayawati to chair all-India meet on electoral roadmaps, candidate selection

Mayawati will chair a significant all-India meeting in Lucknow to discuss the party's electoral strategies. This meeting is set to focus on preparations for upcoming Assembly elections in several states. Ram Gopal Yadav of the Samajwadi Party has expressed his interest in contesting the Rajya Sabha elections. Mayawati previously questioned…

The Economic Times · Sep 23