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India’s foundational battle on the ‘Hindu’ question

While stridently defending secularism, progressive parties abdicated the responsibility of programmatically countering communalism to civil society

The Hindu · Jan 17, 2024

Ramanandi akharas vs Ram temple trust: Inside the battle to control the Mandir

A change of guard in the Ram temple’s management – from the traditional system of sadhus and mahants to the central government nominated trust – has triggered perhaps an unforeseen succession battle over the claim of the right to conduct worship. After all, it’s the first time in Ayodhya’s history…

Newslaundry · Jan 13, 2024

The Gandhian Bapa who toured Madras for the uplift of Dalits

Thakkar Bapa Vidyalaya, established in 1947 and named after Amritlal Vithaldas Thakkar, carries on the legacy of the Father of Harijans, uplifting the oppressed.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

India has always been a Hindu Rashtra: RSS leader Hosabale

RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said that the Sangh believes that there is no need to turn India into a “Hindu Rashtra” or Hindu nation because the country has always been one

The Hindu · Nov 8, 2023

RSS chief condemns culture of hate, while calling ‘victimhood’ a waste of time

RSS chief Bhagwat condemned hate culture that forces people to live in ghettos while criticising victimhood embraced by some. He spoke of increasing enmity in society and cautioned against divisiveness.

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

RSS chief cautions people against ‘anti-India’ feelings

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat asked if extremists across the border were involved in Manipur violence.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

BJP is still banking on ‘ghar wapsi’ campaigner Judeo’s legacy to regain the trust of tribal communities in Chhattisgarh

BJP banking on legacy of Dilip Singh Judeo to revive fortunes among tribal communities in Chhattisgarh; his son Prabal Pratap and daughter-in-law Sanyogita Singh Judeo contesting from Kota and Chandrapur respectively

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

RSS, affiliate welcome Supreme Court verdict on same sex marriage

RSS/VHP welcome SC's majority view on LGBTQ not having unqualified right to marry; Sangh had maintained it's a 'disorder'; SC heard Hindu, Muslim, Christian followers; RSS chief said LGBTQ have private/social space; Dattatreya Hosabale said not a crime; Samvardhinee Nyas survey found medical practitioners believe homosexuality is a disorder.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

RSS has no authority on anyone, says Mohan Bhagwat

He was here on Saturday to deliver a lecture on ‘The organisational science behind the RSS’. The event, part of a series, was organised by the Kesari weekly to mark the centenary of the RSS.

The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023

Situation in Manipur tense, government has to take decisions: senior RSS functionary

RSS joint general secretary Manmohan Vaidya says Manipur conflict is between two communities, Government must take decisions. RSS evaluates BJP's work since 2014, says India is slowly emerging in world with its cultural identity. RSS stands for SC/ST reservation as per Constitution, women's participation in society discussed in meet.

The Hindu · Sep 16, 2023