SANATAN ROW
BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary criticises Akhilesh Yadav, urges to apologise before Ram temple visit
Pankaj Chaudhary, the BJP president of Uttar Pradesh, has criticised Akhilesh Yadav's planned visit to the Ram temple. Chaudhary urged Yadav to visit and apologise for past incidents involving kar sevaks on December 6. This criticism is part of the BJP's broader strategy ahead of the upcoming 2027 UP polls. Akhilesh Yadav has previously raised concerns over alleged donation irregularities at the Ram temple.
"Revanth Reddy has converted himself into Revanthuddin": Telangana BJP Chief demands apology over CM's Ram-Shiva remarks
Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao has condemned comments made by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. Reddy suggested a division between Lord Ram and Lord Shiva based on socio-economic status. Rao accused him of trying to divide the Hindu community for political gain. BJP leaders warned that such remarks would negatively impact the Congress party in upcoming elections.
Anyone living in West Bengal will have to sing 'Vande Mataram': Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated that all residents must sing 'Vande Mataram'. He emphasized no compromise on nationalism and patriotism within the state. Adhikari criticized alleged anti-national elements at Jadavpur University. He vowed to establish nationalism inside and outside the university campus. The government aims to fulfill Syama Prasad Mookerjee's vision for the state.
Sanatan Dharma has ruined India: NCP-SCP MLA Jitendra Awhad after Malegaon verdict
NCP-SCP MLA Jitendra Awhad ignited controversy by asserting that Sanatan Dharma has "ruined India" and labeling its ideology as "perverted," following the acquittal of all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blasts. BJP MP Sambit Patra criticized the Congress party's use of terms like "saffron terror." The NIA court acquitted all seven accused due to lack of evidence.
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Opposition can stoop down to any level in bid to 'eradicate' Sanatan Dharma: BJP
The BJP criticized Congress and other opposition parties for Maharashtra SP president Abu Azmi's remarks about Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, accusing them of disparaging India's traditions and culture to gain minority votes. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi condemned the alleged glorification of Aurangzeb as an insult to Indian society.
HC cautions persons in power against "fissiparous" remarks; slams police on Sanatana Dharma issue
The Madras High Court has criticized the police for not taking action against ruling DMK ministers who participated in an anti-Sanatana Dharma meeting. Justice G Jayachandran emphasized that those in power should refrain from promoting divisive views and should focus on addressing social issues instead.
Sanatan Dharma Row: Hindu saints stage protest in Delhi, torch effigies of Udhayanidhi and other leaders
Hindu saints staged a protest against Udhayanidhi Stalin, a DMK leader, over his remarks about Sanatan Dharma. They burnt effigies of Stalin and other leaders near Tamil Nadu Bhawan in Delhi. The protesters demanded an apology from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for his son's actions and called for political leaders to refrain from making statements against Sanatan Dharma.
Sanatan Dharma does not teach anyone to keep other religions away: Kamal Nath
Senior Congress leader Kamal Nath stated that Sanatan Dharma, the ancient religion of India, does not teach exclusion of other faiths. This comes in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's accusation that the opposition INDIA bloc is attempting to destroy Sanatan Dharma. Nath emphasized that India is a diverse nation with multiple religions, and that Sanatan Dharma does not promote intolerance.
Don't need BJP certificate on nationalism, Sanatan Dharma, freedom struggle: Congress
The Congress party has stated that it does not need the BJP's validation on nationalism, Sanatan Dharma, or its contribution to the freedom struggle, claiming that the ruling party's performance on these factors is negligible. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate emphasized that her party believes in equal respect for all religions and does not require certificates from the BJP or hypocrites.
Hindus need to show INDIA alliance its place as its agenda is to eradicate Sanatan Dharma: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has stated that the agenda of the INDIA alliance is to eradicate Sanatan Dharma, and Hindus need to oppose this. He referred to a remark by Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, who called for the eradication of Sanatan Dharma, and said it was a planned statement. Sawant also expressed support for the concept of "one nation, one election," stating that it would promote faster development in the country. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the success of the G20 summit.
BJP targets Congress over its leaders' 'silence' amid repeated 'insult' to Sanatan
The BJP has accused the INDIA bloc, including the Congress and its leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, of targeting Sanatan Dharma for political gain. The party claims that attacking the ancient faith is part of a strategy to divide and rule. BJP leader J P Nadda called on the Congress and the INDIA Alliance to clarify if making objectionable comments against any religion is constitutionally allowed.
DMK trying to divide people on religious lines, Congress, Left aiding it, alleges BJP after Tamil Nadu minister's remarks on INDIA alliance
State Higher Education Minister K Ponmudy's remarks show the "cat is out of the bag," the saffron party's TN Vice-President Narayanan Thirupathy said in a social media post. He was responding to a viral video of Ponmudy, a senior DMK leader, at a recent anti-Sanatan Dharma conference here that the multi-party INDIA bloc has been created against Sanatan ideology.
INDIA bloc constituents want to destroy Sanatan Hindu dharma: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
"Mughal rulers like Babar, the British and the Portuguese, who came to Goa with the agenda of forced conversion, had tried to eradicate the Sanatan Hindu religion, but all of them failed. Now, the partners of the INDIA alliance together want to erase the Sanatan Dharma," Sawant told a press conference here.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has answers to PM Modi's 'defend Sanatan' call, says DMK
The ruling DMK party in Tamil Nadu has responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's defense of Sanatan Dharma by citing RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's views on caste structure, equality, and reservation. In an editorial, the DMK's Tamil mouthpiece "Murasoli" quoted Bhagwat's remarks on the need for equality and eradicating discrimination. The party's response comes after Tamil Nadu Youth Welfare and Sports Development Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's controversial remarks on Sanatan Dharma, which were criticized for being discriminatory against Scheduled Castes, tribals, and women.
Attacking Sanatan Dharma has become 'fashion' for 'frustrated fraternity': Naqvi
Senior BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Saturday said that attacking the 'Sanatan Dharma' has become a "fashion" for the "frustrated fraternity" but their "bankruptcy will backfire" while hitting out at DMK leaders' remarks. Naqvi said 'Sanatan Dharma' is the soul of Bharat and those who are trying to attack that soul, will be destroyed.
No power on earth can eradicate Sanatan Dharma: Jai Ram Thakur
The Congress and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) among other opposition parties are constituents of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) that is preparing to take on the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in 2024. Accusing the Congress and its associates of maligning Sanatan Dharma, Thakur said their mentality has been exposed.
Not right to draw the ire of entire country, no one agrees with Udhayanidhi's statements: Sanjay Raut
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut criticized Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for his remarks on 'Sanatan Dharma', stating that it is not right to anger the entire country. Raut emphasized that no one agrees with Udhayanidhi's statement and that views on religion should be kept to oneself.
Udhayanidhi spoke about "inhuman principles" in Sanatan Dharma, unfair for PM to target him, says Stalin
"The Social Media mob nurtured by the BJP has widely circulated...falsehood in northern states. However, Minister Udhayanidhi never used the word 'genocide' in either Tamil or English. Still, lies were spread claiming so," Stalin added. Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh "shared the same lie and condemned Udhayanidhi. Even after Udhayanidhi's denial, these Union Ministers did not retract their statements."
PM Modi spells out dos and don'ts for ministers during G20 meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has instructed his ministers to strongly refute opposition leaders' controversial comments on Sanatan Dharma, but to avoid getting involved in the political row surrounding the use of the term 'Bharat.' He has asked Ministers to remain in Delhi during the mega exercise and complete duties assigned during the summit.
"Religion, casteism are different...": BJP National Secretary CT Ravi responds to Priyank Kharge's 'Sanatan' remark
Karnataka Minister Kharge on Monday, speaking on Tamil Nadu minister and DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin's statement on the 'Sanatan Dharma', had said that any religion that does not promote equality or does not ensure you have the dignity of being human is not religion.
Udhayanidhi row: Congress says it respects all religions, others free to express their views
AICC general secretary K C Venugopal said while the Congress' stand is clear, every other political party has the freedom to express its own view.
"Will face defeat for..." O Panneerselvam slams DMK government amid row over Sanatan Dharma
Expelled AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam criticized the DMK government in Tamil Nadu for using 'Sanatana Dharma' to divert attention from their failures. He condemned DMK Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's speech where he advocated for eradicating Sanatana Dharma. Panneerselvam accused the DMK of lacking equality within their own party.
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