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Anyone living in West Bengal will have to sing 'Vande Mataram': Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that all residents must sing 'Vande Mataram'. He emphasized no compromise on nationalism and patriotism within the state. Adhikari criticized alleged anti-national elements at Jadavpur University. He vowed to establish nationalism inside and outside the university campus. The government aims to fulfill Syama…

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Vande Mataram row disrupts second day of Himachal Assembly Session

A dispute over Vande Mataram and the National Anthem disrupted the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha session. The ruling Congress and opposition BJP protested outside the assembly premises on Saturday. Opposition leader Jai Ram Thakur stated the Vidhan Sabha would not follow the Congress Working Committee's agenda. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh…

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Amit Shah accuses Congress of ‘anti-national’ decision over Vande Mataram

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised Congress for its Vande Mataram singing policy. He stated this decision revived appeasement politics and insulted national heroes. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge countered by questioning the BJP's freedom struggle participation. Kharge highlighted his long political career and contrasted it with Shah's age. The Congress…

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Congress to stick to 1937 resolution on Vande Mataram

The Congress Working Committee has chosen to embrace a 1937 resolution by singing two stanzas of Vande Mataram. This decision comes amidst accusations from the BJP, who claim Congress is disrespecting the national song. In response, Congress argues that the BJP is diverting attention from more significant national matters while…

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Kerala BJP youth wing burns effigies of Satheesan, Jinnah over Vande Mataram row

The BJP's youth wing burned effigies of Kerala's Chief Minister and Pakistan's founder. This protest occurred against the non-singing of Vande Mataram on Independence Day. Leaders alleged the Chief Minister bowed to fundamentalist pressure, comparing him to Jinnah. They stated this stance on the national song was unacceptable. Similar protests…

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FIR sought against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi over alleged Vande Mataram disruption

A complaint seeks an FIR against Sonia and Rahul Gandhi for alleged disruption. The incident reportedly occurred during the National Song's rendition on August 15. Video footage and media reports are cited as evidence for the allegations. The complaint references a proposed bill concerning insults to national honor. Police are…

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Insult to nationalism, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay: West Bengal CM on Vande Mataram row

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari criticised Sonia Gandhi's alleged objection to Vande Mataram. He stated this action was an insult to nationalism and the song's creator. The Congress party denied any attempt to stop the national song's full rendition. Adhikari demanded an apology from the Congress for appeasement politics.…

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Bankim Chandra's descendant seeks Sonia Gandhi's apology over 'Vande Mataram' row

A BJP MLA has requested an apology from Sonia Gandhi for an alleged incident. He claims Vande Mataram was not fully sung at the AICC headquarters. The MLA, a descendant of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, expressed deep pain and anger. He cited historical instances of the song's importance in India's freedom…

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President Droupadi Murmu assents to Vande Mataram Bill, giving national song legal protection on par with anthem

President Murmu has approved a bill granting Vande Mataram legal protection. This legislation makes deliberate insults during its singing a punishable offense. The new law extends existing penalties from the National Anthem to the National Song. Opposition MPs have raised concerns about the practical implications of this requirement. The bill…

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Shashi Tharoor questions six-minute standing protocol for Vande Mataram, national anthem

President Murmu has approved a bill protecting the national song Vande Mataram. This amendment mandates its full rendition at official functions. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor raised concerns about the extended duration. He noted the significant increase in time audiences must stand. The new law aims to foster greater respect for…

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Vande Mataram will not be sung in full in Kerala: Minister K Muraleedharan

Kerala's health minister and a Congress MP stated the full Vande Mataram will not be sung. They affirmed only the first two couplets will be sung in state programs. This stance follows a Chief Secretary's letter regarding a nationwide campaign. The state government will adhere to its established protocol for…

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In 1873, had Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's palanquin not taken a wrong turn, India might never have got 'Vande Mataram'

An 1873 encounter with a British officer in a palanquin ignited Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's patriotic fervor, leading to the creation of "Vande Mataram." This powerful Sanskrit phrase, meaning "I bow to thee, Mother," became a rallying cry for India's freedom fighters. Featured in his novel Anandamath, the song's stirring verses…

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BJP alleges Congress-led Kerala govt insulted Vande Mataram, governor under IUML's pressure

The BJP has strongly criticized the Congress-led Kerala government. The party alleges that the government insulted Vande Mataram and the Governor. This happened by playing only the opening stanzas of the national song during a state assembly function. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar expressed his displeasure. The BJP claims this was…

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Kerala Governor raises concern over 'Vande Mataram' protocol in Assembly

Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar voiced dissatisfaction. He stated 'Vande Mataram' was played, not sung in full, during his attendance at the Assembly. Proper protocol was not followed, he noted. The Governor has discussed the matter with the Assembly Speaker. He anticipates the issue will be resolved. This follows allegations…

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West Bengal govt makes singing of 'Vande Mataram' mandatory in all madrassas

West Bengal has mandated the singing of 'Vande Mataram' in all madrassas. This directive follows a similar order for schools. The move aims for uniformity in assembly practices. All government and aided madrassas must now include the national song. This applies to students and staff. The decision is effective immediately.

Newslaundry

AR Rahman row: When a lifetime of music is not enough against hate

In 1997, AR Rahman was 30. After five years of composing film music that had made him one of India’s most beloved composers, he was brimming with freshness and an eagerness to create something beyond music for cinema. The timing was perfect – India was celebrating 50 years of its…

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Sansad Watch: From ‘vote chori’ to ‘Vande Mataram’, Parliament’s stormy Monsoon Session ends

The final week of the Monsoon Session was as chaotic as its beginning. Opposition MPs continued protests over alleged ‘vote chori’ and Bihar’s special intensive revision until the last day. The session, which ran from July 21 to August 21, lasted 32 days with 18 sittings. Against the scheduled 120…

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Uddhav Thackeray meets Deputy CM Ajit Pawar

Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray met former ally and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar at Vidhan Bhavan, their first encounter since Pawar's split from NCP. Thackeray also attended a key Opposition meeting in Bengaluru. He congratulated Pawar and asked him to continue his efforts for the State.

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Starting October 2, Maharashtra govt employees to greet people with 'Vande Mataram' on phone, mobile

MUMBAI: Maharashtra government servants will now have to greet people with "Vande Mataram" on the phone, mobile, at meetings and even on the public address system while making announcements. Those who are daily in direct contact with the public too will need to switch to the new form of greeting.

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