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‘This is a Sangh village’: Inside Kerala’s new Hindutva strongholds

“This family adheres to Hindu traditions and beliefs.”

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RSS affiliates race to expand footprint across West Bengal campuses after BJP victory

RSS affiliated organisations are swiftly increasing their influence in West Bengal's educational institutions after the BJP's recent election win. The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal, and Akhil Bharatiya Rashtriya Shaikshik Mahasangh report a surge in membership and outreach.

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Proud of our son Suvendu, doesn't need to sign membership to join family: RSS

The RSS considers leaders joining the BJP from other parties as part of its ideological family. General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale stated that formal membership is not required, likening it to a daughter-in-law joining a household. He expressed happiness at the BJP's growth and acceptance. Swayamsevaks played a role in West…

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Hindu Ekta Sammelanams in Kerala disguise Sangh politics as temple gatherings

Saffron flags fluttered along a narrow lane about 300 metres off Edappally’s busy main road as the chenda melam drew people toward the Anjumana Devi temple ground on February 28. What appeared to be a festive evening featuring a mega Thiruvathira soon transformed into a Hindu Ekta Sammelanam organised by…

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South Central 64: Karnataka’s ban on teenage mobile use and Kerala Story 2’s divisive agenda

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran and Pooja Prasanna first discuss the Karnataka government’s plan to ban teenagers from using mobile phones. They are joined by policy researcher Tara Krishnaswamy, child psychologist Sama Adil, and Adhira S Magesh, a teenager who is a black belt in Karate…

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Beef force-feeding claim not heard in Kerala: RSS member and former DGP Jacob Thomas

“I have never heard of beef being force fed in Kerala,” said Jacob Thomas, Kerala’s former Director General of Police (DGP) who is currently an active member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). He was referring to a controversial scene in the teaser for the upcoming The Kerala Story 2, in…

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From banned to behemoth: Unpacking the 100-year legacy of the RSS

In an era of high-octane Bollywood hagiographies – the latest example being Shatak featuring Ajay Devgn – and endorsements from film celebrities, the RSS is often presented through the lens of “selfless service”. But behind the nostalgia of khaki knickers and nationalist fervour lies a complex, century-old evolution.

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The making of Galgotias: An expansion powered by land deals and media blitz

A Chinese robodog dressed up as indigenous innovation. Students going viral outside the Congress headquarters in 2024, unable to explain the protest they were part of. For Galgotias University, spectacle has a way of recurring.

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The RSS: 100 years, 2,500 organisations

For over a century, the RSS has operated not just as an ideological movement, but as a vast organisational network embedded in everyday life. From schools, hostels, labour unions, media houses, charities, and cultural forums, its reach extends into education, work, and communities.

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A unique October 2: The RSS at 100

What does it mean when the Government of India, on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, releases a coin and a stamp to imprint the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh into history?

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Congress Roars: BJP cannot tolerate democracy, Constitution

Congress on Wednesday accused RSS and BJP of being hostile to democracy and the Constitution, claiming they have consistently opposed the pillars of India's democratic framework. Read further on Dynamite News:

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No protests, dharna against any constitutional dignitaries: Jamia Millia Islamia

This order came in response to the protest by students during which slogans were raised against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How Modi won back India’s big economic prize five months after losing it

The BJP’s record win in Maharashtra underscores how it has bounced back from its setback in parliamentary elections.

Al Jazeera

RSS never opposed reservation, says Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said the Sangh had never opposed reservation given to certain groups, and maintained that the video making the rounds on social media, in which he is seen speaking against quotas in a meeting, is fake

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Electoral bonds scheme is an ‘experiment’, concept of minority needs reconsideration: RSS

The electoral bonds scheme is an “experiment” and only time will tell how effective it will be, said Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on March 17.

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Dattatreya Hosabale re-elected as RSS General Secretary for next three years

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's (RSS) Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) has re-elected Dattatreya Hosabale as General Secretary of RSS for the term 2024-2027. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

BJP celebrates Ram Temple consecration

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the allied organisations of the Sangh Parivar here celebrated the consecration of the Ram Temple at Ayodhya on Monday. They held bhajans and pujas at most temples across the district.

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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

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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…

The Hindu

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

Bhajan Lal Sharma | Dedicated ‘Sangh’ volunteer

Bhajan Lal Sharma, a first-time MLA from Sanganer constituency in Jaipur, the BJP leader is the second Brahmin Chief Minister of Rajasthan in three decades

The Hindu

Mohan Yadav | Surprise choice

Mohan Yadav, the new M.P. CM, who beat other stalwarts for the post, has come up the RSS and BJP ranks and has implemented many party programmes at ground level, winning him the leadership’s trust

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‘Modi-like, blue-eyed boy of RSS top leader’: The meteoric rise of Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav

Nine years ago, Ujjain’s pilgrimage city master plan got a major boost with the allocation of about 820 acres of land for the Simhastha Mela Satellite town. But controversy flared up earlier this year as a major chunk of this agricultural land turned into a private residential colony, with most…

The Hindu

RSS welcomes SC decision of upholding abrogation of Article 370

RSS welcomes SC decision to uphold abrogation of Article 370, hailing it as a victory for national unity. RSS has been opposing Article 370 since 1950, passing 27 resolutions on the issue and actively participating in movements to revoke it

The Hindu

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

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