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CJI’s Mother Kamaltai Gavai’s Rejection of RSS Invitation and the Controversy Surrounding Her Remarks on Hindus
In a recent turn of events, Kamaltai Gavai, the mother of Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai, sparked controversy when she rejected an invitation from the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to attend a Vijayadashami celebration marking the centenary of the organization in Amravati,… Read More
Maharashtra respects, Karnataka disrespects – CM Siddaramaiha’s Appeasement Of Muslims
A fresh controversy has erupted in Karnataka after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the Shivaji Nagar Metro Station in Bengaluru may be renamed after St. Mary during the annual feast celebrations at St. Mary’s Basilica on September 8. The statement has drawn sharp criticism from… Read More
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From Bollywood to Questionable ‘Farmer’ Status : Suhana Khan’s Alibaug Land Deal
In India, where land is tied deeply to both livelihood and law, the rules governing agricultural land purchases are among the most stringent. Yet, when it comes to Bollywood elites, questions always arise about whether rules are being bypassed under the shield of influence and… Read More
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While French Industrial Bodies Build Empires, Indian Associations Can’t Even Play Catch Up
The Internet exploded when Prada unveiled their €1,200 "woven leather slippers", a barely disguised copy of India's centuries-old Kolhapuri chappals. The backlash was so fierce that Prada executives, perhaps stung by accusations of cultural appropriation, dispatched senior officials to Maharashtra to "learn from the real… Read More
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As Nitesh Rane Backs Ban On Muslim Traders During Holy Yatra In Maharashtra, Read Why Similar Demands Are Raised During Hindu Festivals
On 22nd February, Madhi Gram Sabha in Pathardi taluka of the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra passed a resolution prohibiting Muslim traders from operating in Madhi village during the Kanifnath Maharaj Yatra (Madhi Chi Yatra), an annual event that has been observed at the Kanifnath shrine… Read More
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Fadnavis 3.0: Implications For Maharashtra, BJP, And Challenges For Himself
Devendra Fadnavis is back as Maharashtra chief minister. The decision came after 11 days of suspense but a minute of quiet consideration would have made it plain that there was no other way this could have played out. Read more at: https://swarajyamag.com/politics/fadnavis-30-implications-for-maharashtra-bjp-and-challenges-for-himself Read More
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Take The ‘Batenge Toh Katenge’ Message Door To Door: Yogi Adityanath
Campaigning in Maharashtra for the upcoming Assembly election in the State, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asked people to take the controversial message of “Batenge toh katenge, ek rahenge toh safe rahenge (divided we perish, safe if we are together)” door to door. While… Read More
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Waqf Board Claims Thousands Of Acres Across States: Illegal Land Seizures Spark Protests In Karnataka, Maharashtra, And Telangana
In the last 48 hours, the Waqf Board has made significant and controversial claims on several land parcels across Bharat. In Maharashtra, it has asserted ownership of 40 acres surrounding the Kanifnath Mandir in Ahmednagar. Meanwhile, on the outskirts of Hyderabad, the board has claimed… Read More
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“Crime against women is an unforgivable sin,” says PM Modi at Lakhpati Didi Sammelan
Jalgaon: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the public at the Lakhpati Didi Sammelan in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon, stated that crimes against women are an “unforgivable sin.” “Today, I want to once again tell every political party in the country and the state government that crimes against… Read More
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s Descendent Takes ‘Matters Into His Own Hands’ To Reclaim Vishalgadh Fort From Encroachers
Vishalgadh located in the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra is the fort that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj reached after escaping from the trap of Bijapur’s Adilshahi army led by a General called Siddhi Masood who wanted to kill him. Centuries later, the Maratha heritage is being slowly… Read More
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NFI Paid News Fellowships To Topple The BJP
National Foundation for India (NFI) paid news media personnel for anti-national propaganda to topple the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections. From mainstream media personalities to freelancers, many became part of a covert ‘fellowship’ paid news project, reported Janmabhumi recently. Now, journalist Regimon Kuttappan has… Read More
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EAM Jaishankar Takes Dig At Canada, Says Freedom Of Speech Cannot Be Freedom To Support Separatism And Terrorism In Foreign Country
“Freedom of speech cannot be freedom to advocate violence, freedom of speech cannot be freedom to support separatism and terrorism in a foreign country. It cannot be… A group of Khalistanis have been misusing Canada’s freedom laws for years. But when the Canadian government has… Read More
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On Ground At The Largest PM Awas Project Delivering 30,000 Homes To Women Labourers In Solapur
Laxmi Kunpaate has spent all her life in dilapidated shanties, moving across different slums, in the town of Solapur, in Maharashtra. Having Telugu origins, her ancestors migrated as mill workers to find decent livelihood opportunities at a time when Solapur was home to several textile… Read More
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Sheltering Souls: Modi’s Emotional Pledge To Eradicate Homelessness In India
In a poignant ceremony on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-Urban) housing scheme in Solapur, Maharashtra. The scheme, designed to provide housing for the underprivileged, reflects Modi’s unwavering commitment to uplifting the impoverished and enhancing their quality of life.… Read More
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Uddhav Thackeray Citing Others, Says Riots May Erupt After Ram Mandir Inauguration
On Sunday 27th August 2023, the Shiv Sena UBT leader Uddhav Thackeray held a rally in Hingoli in Maharashtra where he addressed his party workers. During his speech, Uddhav Thackeray made several controversial remarks that echoed the claims of jihadis and Islamists. Uddhav Thackeray said… Read More
