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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…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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.

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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…

Newslaundry

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.

The Hindu

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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