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India renames itself Bharat in G20 summit invite, reviving nationalist row

Inviting delegates to an official event on the sidelines of this weekend's G20 summit in New Delhi, the hosts referred to India as "Bharat" – fuelling speculation that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government wants to replace the country's colonial legacy with its ancient past.

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What Modi won’t show the G20: Muslims killed, harassed by the police and abused in school

The PM is keen to show India as the ‘mother of democracy’, but this is one of the most undemocratic periods in its history, says the journalist Rana Ayyub

The Guardian - UK

The evolution of Subramania Bharati via his writings in The Hindu | An interview with historian A.R. Venkatachalapathy

Subramania Bharati was a fierce advocate of social reform and held strong views on political questions. His writings in The Hindu, between 1904-1919, shed light on his evolving political position and his courage in standing up to British repression. He advocated citizens' rights and criticised conservatism and orthodoxy. His most…

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Morning Digest | PM Modi, President Biden welcome progress in defence ties; Ukraine war unlikely to end in immediate future: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, and more

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Why India Could Be Renamed ‘Bharat’: A History Of The Sanskrit Word And Its Hindu Ties

Modi’s government replaced the name India with a Sanskrit word

Zenger

Systematic campaign gives UDF the upper hand in Puthuppally

UDF wins Puthuppally by-polls, LDF stunned by loss; UDF capitalized on anti-incumbency & emotional wave to sweep all 8 panchayats. LDF failed to motivate middle-of-road voters & BJP lost upper caste Hindu votes to UDF.

The Hindu

Bharat: why the recent push to change India's name has a hidden agenda

The invitations to a state dinner to mark India’s hosting of this year’s G20 came not, as you’d expect, from the office of the president of India, but from the “president of Bharat”. This has prompted speculation from observers both at home and abroad about whether this signifies an official…

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Varanasi court grants eight more weeks to ASI to complete scientific survey of Gyanvapi mosque complex

Varanasi Court grants Archaeological Survey of India eight weeks to complete survey of Gyanvapi Mosque complex in Varanasi. Dismissing mosque management's objection, District Judge A K Vishvesh rules survey necessary for justice, beneficial to both Hindu and Muslim sides.

The Hindu

The US should not normalize Modi’s autocratic and illiberal India at the G20

Despite his lip-service to democracy and human rights, Biden keeps embracing autocrats and would-be autocrats

The Guardian - US

Is it India? Is it Bharat? Speculations abound as government pushes for the country’s Sanskrit name

India, the host nation of this year’s Group of 20 summit, has two official names

The Independent UK

‘Despite a busy work schedule, youngsters today find time to rehearse and perform plays regularly’

At 72, Ramakrishna Kannarpady is not ready to retire and plans to make a comeback on stage with a solo performance. Fondly called Ramanna or Kannarpady sir in theatre circles, the celebrated make-up artist, backstage expert, actor, and author spoke to The Hindu about his 50-year-long theatre journey, as he worked in…

The Hindu

Morning Digest | African Union to join G-20 as Sherpas reach a deal; Delhi may turn venue for dialogue on reviving the Black Sea Grain Initiative, and more

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The Hindu

The Modi model: Can India’s democracy keep up with its growing clout?

Which way for India and its democracy? As Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes the world for the G20 summit, he’s basking in the glow of a decade of development. But at what cost? From poverty reduction and digitalisation to bitter identity politics and curbs on civil liberties, François…

France 24

Annamalai challenges DMK to fight the 2024 elections on the issue around Sanatana dharma

BJP president K. Annamalai challenges DMK to contest 2024 elections on Sanatan dharma issue. Alleges DMK projects itself as Hindu supporter during elections, but opposes it after. Claims only 3 of 35 Ministers in TN Cabinet are Dalits, while 20 of 79 in Union Cabinet are SC/ST. BJP wants INDIA…

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The Hindu Living Spaces exhibition will offer homebuyers a wide range of property options

The Hindu Living Spaces expo offers a one-stop platform for buyers to explore and evaluate their investment options. Over 250 projects from 55 stalls will be showcased, with luxury apartments, commercial spaces and more. Register now for the event on Sept 9-10 at Chennai Trade Centre.

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India’s crèche scheme and the laws that govern childcare facilities | Explained

The Hindu explains the functioning of India’s National Crèche Scheme and what research shows about childcare services‘ impact on women’s participation in the labour force.

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What has the Supreme Court said about the validity of ‘self-respect’ marriages? | Explained

We examine what self-respect marriages are and what the Supreme Court has recently said about its validity

The Hindu

Sanatana Dharma row | Did Opposition INDIA bloc’s meet decide on denigrating Hindus? asks Ravi Shankar Prasad

BJP leader Prasad accuses Congress of denigrating Hindu faith, cites examples of Tamil Nadu ally DMK and Karnataka Home Minister. Alleges silence of Congress top leadership. Displays original Constitution manuscript with Hindu deities inscribed. Accuses Nitish Kumar of deteriorating law and order in Bihar.

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Row over reduction in school holidays in Bihar

Bihar schools debate reducing holidays to comply with RTE Act; BJP calls it anti-Hindu. Education Dept. issues circular to reduce festive holidays from 23 to 11 days. After protests, govt. withdraws notification & issues fresh letter to ensure minimum classes as per rules.

The Hindu

‘The Aavin parlour across the road used to be my favourite spot’

Colgate Palmolive Ltd. MD Prabha Narasimhan recalls her younger days in Chennai and explains why she loves the city

The Hindu

Statement being issued against Hinduism only to appease Muslims, says MLA Mahesh Tenginakai

MLA Mahesh Tenginakai criticizes Home Minister's statement on Hindu dharma, saying Congress leaders are abusing Hinduism to appease Muslims. He says Sanatana Dharma has thousands of years of history & leaders should stop degrading Hinduism. He also criticizes actor-activist Prakash Raj's statement & denies appeasing senior leaders for party ticket.…

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Now, Hindu women threatened with rape and death by right-wing ‘activists’ for befriending young Muslim men

Tanu, Riya & Shilpi, all Hindu women, faced death & rape threats for posting pictures with Muslim men. Bajrang Dal members threatened their families & spread their personal details online.

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Morning Digest | ‘India’ and ‘Bharat’ can be used in invitation, say legal experts; Indo-Pacific, China map on agenda as PM Modi leaves for Jakarta, and more

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Krishna Janmashtami: Celebrating the birthday of a beloved Hindu god, renowned for his compassion and his wisdom in the Bhagavad Gita

Many Hindus around the world will celebrate Krishna Janmashtami, the birthday of the Hindu god Krishna, on Sept. 6. The birth celebrations occur on the eighth day after the full moon in the month of Bhadrapada, or during August-September; in some parts of southern India the celebrations are held during…

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