Politics

"First Nehru, now Rahul Gandhi disregarded 'Vande Mataram'": PM

The Prime Minister accused the Congress of insulting the national song and surrendering before the Muslim League, stating, "Congress still insults Vande Mataram.

2025-12-08T08:41:26.496713+00:00 IST

PM Modi likely to host special dinner for all NDA MPs on Dec 11

According to a senior BJP leader, the proposed dinner meeting is intended to create a platform for an open and constructive exchange of ideas among alliance partners. It is expected to provide the Prime Minister with an opportunity to discuss legislative priorities, review the government's broader agenda for the session and reinforce the NDA's collective political roadmap. Senior ministers, floor leaders and MPs from all constituent parties of the alliance are expected to participate in the interaction.

2025-12-08T08:36:06.463375+00:00 IST

"PM takes Nehru's name in every debate," Gaurav Gogoi

Earlier, on the Sixth day of the Parliament Winter Session, PM Modi hailed 'Vande Mataram' as a "powerful mantra" and slogan that energised and "inspired India's freedom movement".  

2025-12-08T08:35:46.382334+00:00 IST

Vande Mataram is modern avatar of our great cultural legacy; PM

On the Sixth day of the Parliament Winter Session, PM Modi hailed 'Vande Mataram' as a "powerful mantra" and slogan that energised and "inspired India's freedom movement", saying that the "government aims to restore its glory for future generations".

2025-12-08T08:01:55.155318+00:00 IST

Chirag Paswan on 'Vande Mataram' discussion in Parliament

He said that the occasion not only marks a historic milestone but also lays the groundwork for the next 150 years.

2025-12-08T07:51:25.728271+00:00 IST

DK Shivakumar arrives in Hyd to participate in Telangana Summit

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar arrived at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to attend the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025, being held at Future City, Meerkhanpet in Hyderabad.

2025-12-08T07:44:57.522186+00:00 IST

"Vande Mataram is a mantra, a slogan that gave energy": PM Modi

The Prime Minister emphasised the government's aim to restore the glory of Vande Mataram for future generations. He described it as a mantra that energised and inspired India's freedom struggle, showing the path of courage, sacrifice, and devotion.

2025-12-08T07:34:47.167555+00:00 IST

Rajiv Rai demands discussion on 'British-era informers'

Ahead of the special discussion in Parliament on the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram, Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Rajiv Rai called for exposing those who allegedly sided with the British during the freedom struggle. Speaking to ANI outside the parliament, Rai said that the contribution of freedom fighters must indeed be honoured, but added that the moment was also appropriate to revisit the actions of those who betrayed the movement.

2025-12-08T07:03:20.250540+00:00 IST

Manickam Tagore on Vande Mataram discussion

Ahead of a special discussion in Parliament on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, Congress MP Manickam Tagore on Monday said that the RSS and the BJP "do not have the right" to speak on Vande Mataram, alleging that the organisations had no role in India's struggle for independence.

2025-12-08T06:45:45.021020+00:00 IST

"Will face arguments:" Kathir Anand on Vande Mataram debate

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Kathir Anand, ahead of the 150 years of Vande Mataram discussion during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament, said the party will participate in the Vande Mataram debate and is prepared to face arguments on the matter.

2025-12-08T05:29:21.908834+00:00 IST

NDA MPs will felicitate PM Modi today in Parliament

PM Modi is expected to participate in a special discussion on the 150th anniversary of "Vande Mataram," which will also touch on many important and lesser-known facets of the iconic song.

2025-12-08T04:53:16.844253+00:00 IST

Sambit Patra ahead of Lok Sabha debate on Vande Mataram

Patra further said that if "someone needs a dictionary to understand Vande Mataram, he isn't a legacy-maker," adding that the song's meaning and emotional resonance were self-evident to generations of freedom fighters.

2025-12-08T03:37:31.869812+00:00 IST

'BJP-RSS using Vande Mataram discussion to push agenda,' D Raja

Ahead of the Lok Sabha's special discussion on 150 years of Vande Mataram, CPI General Secretary D Raja criticised the BJP-RSS, alleging that the ruling political bloc is attempting to use the occasion to advance its ideological narrative. Speaking to ANI on Sunday, he said that the BJP and RSS "try to use everything in order to promote their agenda," adding that they project themselves as nationalists while dismissing others.

2025-12-08T03:30:06.808096+00:00 IST

Lok Sabha to hold special discussion on ‘Vande Mataram’ today

A special discussion on the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' will take place in the Lok Sabha on Monday.

2025-12-08T02:55:36.241267+00:00 IST

AAP’s Sanjay Singh seeks discussion in Rajya Sabha

Singh demanded an urgent discussion on what he described as a 'public health emergency' in Delhi, the rising crime in the national capital, and the humanitarian crisis caused by bulldozer demolitions.

2025-12-08T02:52:47.529975+00:00 IST

Eknath Shinde slams Opposition's LoP demand

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Opposition over its demand for the Leader of Opposition (LoP) post in the Legislative Assembly, saying the people have already "rejected" them and they should instead focus on raising Vidarbha's issues in the ongoing winter session rather than making allegations.

2025-12-07T23:09:08.475940+00:00 IST

MP CM's ultimatum to naxals: Surrender by Jan or face elimination

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday asserted that Naxalism will be completely wiped out from the state by January 2026, stating that either the remaining Naxalites will surrender or they will be eliminated.

2025-12-07T22:54:13.418421+00:00 IST

Lok Sabha to hold special discussion on 'Vande Mataram'

From 1905 to 1947, many who fought for freedom raised 'Vande Mataram' as a political slogan against the British, inspiring a sense of patriotism. In other words, the slogan became a political war cry, especially among nationalists, after the death of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.

2025-12-07T17:37:10.279108+00:00 IST

EU-India FTA negotiations set to resume, US trade talks to follow

The two-day negotiation session will commence on Monday and continue through Tuesday, marking another step forward in the long-standing effort to establish stronger economic ties between the EU and India.

2025-12-07T17:36:17.839625+00:00 IST

Kerala local body polls: Official highlights special arrangements

The District Collector stated that eight pink booths, a feeding room, a play area for kids, etc., which will be managed by the female staff, have been set up.

2025-12-07T17:34:36.074476+00:00 IST

Rajasthan CM Sharma gears up party cadre for local body polls

Addressing the gathering, Sharma said every party worker would be entrusted with "responsibility, respect and meaningful work" in the run-up to the polls. He emphasised that the organisation was committed to ensuring adequate representation for all sections and called upon workers to participate in forthcoming political and public outreach programmes actively.

2025-12-07T16:53:54.867602+00:00 IST