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Rahul Gandhi is country’s number 1 terrorist, he is not Indian: Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu over Rahul Gandhi’s remarks in the USA

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Rahul Gandhi is country’s number 1 terrorist, he is not Indian: Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu over Rahul Gandhi’s remarks in the USA

Launching a blistering attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks in the USA, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu said on Sunday that the former is not an Indian and if there should be an award to catch the number one terrorist, it should be on Rahul Gandhi.

Union Minister Bittu also asserted that the enemies of the country are in support of Rahul.

“Rahul Gandhi is not an Indian, he has spent most of his time outside. He does not love his country much because he goes abroad and says everything in the wrong way. The people who are most wanted, separatists, and experts in making bombs, guns, and shells, have appreciated what Rahul Gandhi has said. The enemies of the country who try to blow up planes, trains, and roads, are in support of Rahul Gandhi. Rahul Gandhi is the country’s number 1 terrorist. The biggest enemy of the country whom the agencies should catch is Rahul Gandhi today,” he said.

Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit slammed the Union Minister over his controversial remarks and said that his political career in the Congress was also a mess.

“We can only pity such people. His political career in Congress was also a mess. He used to praise Rahul Gandhi, and now, after resigning from Congress and joining the BJP, he is showing his loyalty to the BJP party,” Dixit said.

This comes after Rahul Gandhi in Virginia said that the fight is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear a turban in India and would be able to visit a Gurdwara.

“First of all, you have to understand what the fight is about. Fight is not about politics. It is superficial. What is your name? The fight is about whether…he as a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear his turban in India. Or he as a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear a kada in India. Or a Sikh is going to be able to go to Gurdwara. That’s what the fight is about and not just for him, for all religions,” he said.

Further, he continued his tirade against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, claiming that the “fear of Prime Minister Narendra Modi” among people had vanished after Lok Sabha elections 2024 results were declared.

“Something has changed after the elections. PM Modi tried to create an environment of fear. Various agencies, media, income tax department tried to spread fear, even among small and medium-sized businesses. But, nothing worked. The fear vanished in one second. The spread of fear took years and consumed a lot of money, but it vanished. You can see it in parliament right upfront… And I can tell you that the idea of PM Modi, 56 inch chest, direct connection with God. That’s all gone. It’s history now. He, his partners in government and India, the three or four senior ministers in his government realise it.” he said.

Rahul Gandhi interacted with students and teachers at the University of Texas and also addressed the members of the Indian diaspora in Dallas and Virginia while on his visit to the USA.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

‘Yogi ji save me, my family can kill me’: Muslim girl from Aligarh says her family is opposing relationship with her Hindu lover, accuses brother of inappropriately touching her

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‘Yogi ji save me, my family can kill me’: Muslim girl from Aligarh says her family is opposing relationship with her Hindu lover, accuses brother of inappropriately touching her

A video of a Muslim girl from Aligarh is doing rounds on the internet in which she is pleading for help from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and UP Police. The Muslim girl has stated that she loves a Hindu boy and wants to marry him. But her family is against it and they have held her hostage. In the video, she also accused her brother of inappropriately touching her and hitting on her chest. She added that because of such acts, she is afraid that her family may kill her. 

The case pertains to the Khair police station area in Aligarh. In the viral video, the Muslim girl said that her lover’s name is Shaurya Verma and he is a Hindu. She wants to marry Shaurya but her family is against their relationship. After learning about their relationship, they have held her hostage in the house.  

Further in the video, the Muslim girl added that she also believes in Hindu Dharma and wants to adopt Hindu Dharma. 

She further stated that she has broken all ties with her family and will never back down from her decision. In the video seeking help and protection from UP CM Yogi Adityanath and UP Police, she also accused her brother of inappropriately touching her and hitting her on the chest. She added that because of these incidents, she does not feel safe in her home and is afraid that she may be killed.

The Aligarh Police have taken cognizance of the viral video and have assured that they are providing adequate security to the interfaith couple. 

According to a report in Dainik Bhaskar, Khair CO Varun Singh said that both the girl and the boy are adults and they want to marry each other. Both of them will do court marriage, 2 days later. The police will provide them with full support. 

Meanwhile, the Muslim girl has made another video in this matter in which she said that she has no problem with her family. 

The CO informed that the victim has also spoken to her family and says that there is no problem with her family now. But the Police will keep an eye on the matter and provide them with security. 

Engineer Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party and Jamaat-e-Islami form alliance for Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections

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Engineer Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party and Jamaat-e-Islami form alliance for Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections

The Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) have formed a strategic alliance for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, a statement by AIP said on Sunday.

A joint meeting of the two parties was held on Sunday, which was attended by AIP Supremo and Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid, AIP Chief spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, among other members. JEI leader Ghulam Qadir Wani and other prominent leaders of the party were also present for the meeting.

“In a significant political development, the Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JEI) have come together in a strategic alliance to champion the cause of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. AIP delegation was led by AIP Supremo and Member of Parliament Er Rashid, AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, while the JEI delegation was led by Ghulam Qadir Wani. Prominent JEI members also participated in the discussions,” said the statement.

The statement highlighted that both parties emphasised the need to work together in the interest of the people in the region and discussed the seat-sharing alliance for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections.

The statement said that AIP would be supporting JEI backed candidates in Kulgam and Pulwama districts, while JEI will be supporting AIP candidates across Kashmir.

Both parties have agreed to a ‘friendly contest’ in the constituencies of Langate, Devsar and Zainapora, while unified support is to be extended in other constituencies.

Both parties have called upon their cadres to spread the message of support across the region, the statement said, “The leadership of both AIP and JEI have called upon their cadres to spread the message of support for each other’s candidates, in line with the agreement. The goal is to secure a resounding victory for AIP and JEI candidates, ensuring that the people of Jammu and Kashmir have strong representatives who can articulate their sentiments and aspirations.”

“This collaboration marks a significant step towards achieving a united front in the pursuit of peace, justice, and political empowerment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” the statement added.

Moreover, Congress and the National Conference are also fighting the assembly polls in an alliance. While NC will contest 51 of 90 seats, Congress will fight 32 with the two parties also agreeing to a friendly contest on some seats. A few seats have been left for smaller allies.

These are the first assembly polls to be held in Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370. There are a total number of 90 Assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir, out of which 7 seats are reserved for SCs and 9 seats are reserved for STs.

The elections in Jammu and Kashmir are scheduled to be held in three phases on September 18, September 25 and October 1. The counting will take place on October 8.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

Kerala: Police to take suo moto cognizance of POCSO-related allegations cited in Hema committee report days after HC slammed Pinarayi Vijayan govt for inaction

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Kerala: Police to take suo moto cognizance of POCSO-related allegations cited in Hema committee report days after HC slammed Pinarayi Vijayan govt for inaction

Days after the state High Court came down heavily on Pinarayi Vijayan government for inaction, the Kerala Police are mulling to take suo motu cognizance of POCSO-related allegations mentioned in the Justice Hema Committee report. According to sources, the Committee report included at least two witness statements that pertain to POCSO-related offences. But, a final decision on registering POCSO cases will be made after reviewing the complete witness statements, Onmanorama reported. 

However, cases in other instances of sexual assaults mentioned in the Hema Committee report will only be registered if the survivors are willing to pursue legal action. In case, they don’t want to proceed with the legal action, the investigating team will gather their written statements affirming their decision. This will be later submitted to the High Court for further direction.

Following a recent High Court order, the police have received the full version of the committee report but they are yet to obtain the digital evidence and copies of witness statements. Major evidence in this case is currently held by the Home Ministry. They are expected to hand it over to the investigation team by Tuesday, reported Manorama News. 

After the publication of Justice Hema Committee report citing sexual assault allegations in the Malayalam film industry, around 23 cases have been registered so far against prominent figures part of the cinema industry. 


The decision of the Kerala Police to decide on taking suo moto cognizance in POCSO-related cases comes days after the Kerala High Court had lambasted the Pinarayi Vijayan government for “doing nothing except sitting on the report for 4 years”.

Major observations made by the Kerala High Court

On 10th September, the Kerala High Court slammed the LDF government for failing to take prompt action against the sexual abuse unearthed by the Justice K Hema committee report on the working conditions of women in the Malayalam film industry. 

The two-judge bench slammed the Left Front government emphasising that they are concerned with the state’s inaction, including not registering FIRs after the committee first submitted its report in 2019. The Court also reprimanded the state government saying that they had done nothing in 4 years except sitting on the report. While criticising the state government, the High Court also orally remarked that “silence is not an option”.

The court said, “We are primarily concerned with inaction of the state, including not registering FIRs… You have done nothing in 4 years except sit on the report.”

Furthermore, the Special bench had also directed the Kerala government to hand over the unredacted version of the Justice Hema Committee Report to the Special Investigating Team (SIT). The Pinarayi Vijayan government had formed a seven-member SIT which is currently probing sexual crimes that have been reported in the wake of the publication of the report. 


The Justice Hema Committee Report has revealed horrid tales of sexual abuse, illegal bans, discrimination, drug and alcohol abuse, wage disparity, and inhuman working conditions, especially for women.

Himachal: BJP leader files complaint against Team Saath, notorious for targeting nationalist social media users, for labelling Hindus celebrating Jagra festivals as ‘Hindutva Terrorists’

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Himachal: BJP leader files complaint against Team Saath, notorious for targeting nationalist social media users, for labelling Hindus celebrating Jagra festivals as ‘Hindutva Terrorists’

On Sunday (15th September), a Police complaint has been filed against the controversial X handle, Team Saath, for insulting the culture and traditions of Himachal Pradesh and labeling Hindus as “terrorists”. The complaint in this matter was submitted to the Police by Chetan Bragta, spokesperson and in charge of state BJP’s IT and Social Media team. 

The complaint was filed against the X handle for a tweet saying “Hindutva Terrorists on the prowl in Himachal Pradesh,” with an image of a traditional ritual celebration by Hindus carrying swords.

Leading a small delegation to the Police station, Chetan Bragta told a Police officer that Himachalis celebrate a festival called ‘Jagra’ and highlighted that swords are also part of the celebratory gathering. As part of Jagra Utsav, celebrating events were held on multiple days in the state. However, the specific incident pertains to a Jagra Utsav event that took place on 7th September. 

He said that Jagra festival is celebrated in the region with lots of enthusiasm, and it is an emotional issue for Hindus. Presenting a printout of the tweet by Team Saath, Chetan Bragta told the police officer that Team Saath called the Hindus celebrating the festival on 7th September terrorists.

He added that Team Saath insulted the traditional Himachali festival and shared a picture of the Jagra Utsav event.

In the post, Team Saath also called the Hindus “terrorists” which has hurt the sentiments of the Hindu community. 

Consequently, Bragta urged the Police officer to book Team Saath under Sections 153A and 296A. He also demanded that Cyber Police team should report the X handle and take strict action against the guilty persons.  

He further stated calling Hindus terrorists should be stopped and it wouldn’t be tolerated. 

In his complaint, he has attached the 14th September post shared by Team Saath. In the controversial post, Team Sath wrote, “Hindutva Terrorists on the prowl in Himachal Pradesh.” It also shared the image of Himachalis dancing in their traditional Utsav with some participants seen holding musical instruments while others dancing with their swords in their hands.  

After filing the complaint, Chetan Bragta wrote, “Comparing Dev Sanskriti, Dev Samaj, Himachali Nati and Hinduism with terrorism is not only an insult to our traditions but also hurts the sentiments of crores of people. A police complaint has been filed against you.” 

Chetan Bragta asked the police officer to talk to the SP regarding the matter, and added that he will follow up with him on progress of the case.

Controversial past of Team Saath

‘Team Saath’, a malicious troll account on X (formerly Twitter) that routinely indulges in targeted harassment of people who do not conform to its views, once made a hit list of celebrities for taking a nationalist stand. It has often worked as a mouthpiece for Islamists. 

Though there are speculations on social media that actor Sushant Singh is inextricably linked to the account ‘Team Saath‘, they clarified that Sushant Singh is not the group’s founder but rather ‘The Goodwill Ambassador’. The account, the tweet said, is run by one ‘The Linguist’.

Nonetheless, here is a brief information about Himachali culture and traditional folk dance.

Naati traditional dance form and Jagra Utsav

Naati is a happy dance form. It is the state’s folk dance which is said to be an essential part of every occasion be it celebrating family marriages or the beginning of a new harvest season.

It is widely performed throughout Himachal Pradesh, predominately in Sirmauri, Kullu, Shiv Badar, and Shimla Nati. It also includes beautiful storytelling; for example, the Ras-Lila, or stories about the Hindu gods Krishna and Gopis are typically told by the Kullu Nathi. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, this dance is also the biggest folk dance in terms of participants. 

It has several variants from the Sirmauri Naati to the Kulluvi, Mahasuvi, Chambyali, Lahauli, and Kinnauri one. The idea of this folk dance is to let go of one’s inhibitions, set themselves free, and dancing to the rhythms of the mountains. 

The Jagra festival is celebrated in honour of Mahasu Devtaon the 3rd and 4th day of Bhadrapad month which coincides with the auspicious festival of Ganesh Chathurthi.

Gujarat: Hindu youth attacked by Islamist mob, stones pelted in presence of police in Mahudha

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Gujarat: Hindu youth attacked by Islamist mob, stones pelted in presence of police in Mahudha

Another attempt to create religious unrest has been made in Gujarat. In the recent case, an incident of Islamist mob attacking Hindus has come to light from Mahudha. The situation escalated because of an Instagram post by Islamists that hurt Hindu religious sentiments. The police have started action by filing an FIR in the matter.

Three Hindu youths reached the police station to file a complaint after a Muslim youth posted provocative posts on Instagram against Hindus. At the police station, a Muslim mob threatened the Hindus, attacked them, and pelted them with stones in the presence of the police while they were returning from there. An FIR has been filed at Mahudha Police Station, Kheda, a copy of which is available with OpIndia.

A Hindu youth has stated in the complaint that on Saturday, (September 14), when he was at his show room, his friend came and showed him a screenshot on a WhatsApp group, in which text was written to hurt and provoke the feelings of Hindus. So he, along with a friend, decided to file a complaint against this post at the police station. He informed another friend of his and the trio reached Mahudha police station.

What was the Instagram post

The post was made from Instagram user IDs Tahir and Konen Kazi. In the post, it was written that- ‘Special Kathlal Walon Ke Liye. Jo Qaum kufron ke dar se sarkar ke milad ka julus na nikal sake, wo Qaum kutte suvar. Aaka ke khilaf bolte hain, unke khilaf kya bolenge cowardly log. Sarkar ke milad ka julus dekhna ho to aana Mahudha mein, aisa julus nikalte hain ki Aaka ke dushman upar se down tak jal jaate hain.’

It was further written, ‘Agar kisi MLA or radical organization ke dar se ye faisla liya hai to hum Mahudha waale kahte hain ki aadhaar card lekar aayenge aur permission dilwayenge aur itminan se julus firakar dikha denge.’

Before the three Hindu youths could reach the police station to file a complaint, the police caught the protesters, and Muslim leaders also rushed there to rescue them. However, when the Hindu youth showed readiness to file a complaint, some Muslim community men came to them and talked about reconciliation and said that they should not file a complaint and an apology letter would be written to them. However, the Hindu youth had already started the process of taking legal action and refused to compromise.

By the time the Hindu youth returned after filing a complaint, a crowd of a hundred Muslims had gathered outside the police station and started chanting. The police took charge of the situation and sent the Hindu youths away and also provided a police vehicle for protection. Further, PI and PSI left with Hindu youths in their car to ensure their safety.

Hindu Youths attacked a short distance away, stones pelted in the presence of the PI

When the Hindu youths, accompanied by police officers, left Mahudha town and reached the Nadiad-Kathalal road, the mob again surrounded them and started raising slogans again. According to the complaint, these were the same people who gathered outside the police station. They were shouting ‘This is a complaint against the men of our community… Don’t spare them…’ and the mob was also carrying swords, sticks, pipes, and other weapons in their hands.

Meanwhile, when the Hindu youth came out after the car was stoppped, Hussain Abbas came rushing with a sword and said, “Why did you file a complaint against us?” He attacked the Hindus with a sword saying ‘I will kill you today’, but the Hindu youth survived the attack. During this time the Muslim men of the crowd were also shouting ”Don’t spare them…kill them all..’ However, when the police officers and the rear vehicle arrived, the crowd dispersed and fled. Then the police sent the Hindu youth away in their own vehicle.

A Hindu youth told OpIndia – There was a crowd of 2500-300 Muslims. The FIR mentions a strong crowd of hundreds, but the complainant, a Hindu youth, told OpIndia that a crowd of around two and a half to three thousand Muslims had gathered at the time of the attack and were constantly shouting sectarian slogans. He said that even outside the police station, stones were pelted on him by the crowd. Further, even though the police officers were with them on their way back when the attack took place, the extremists did not hesitate to attack.

Based on the complaint of a Hindu youth in this matter, case against 37 persons and against the rest of the mob under Sections 189(2), 189(4), 191(2), 191(3), 190, 109, 125, 324(5), 324 of the Indian Code of Justice. (6), 352, 351(3) and 61(2) and section 135 of the Gujarat Police Act has been registered and further investigation is underway.

Those against whom the FIR has been registered include Moin, Shahjad, Tauqeer, Nasir, Sameer, Wajid, Hussain, Nazir, Farooq, Wahid, Javed, Moeed Hussain etc.

Police investigation underway, accused being rounded up- PI

Mahudha Town PI KK Jhala in a conversation with OpIndia said that the process of rounding up the accused by registering an FIR in this matter is currently underway. Legal action will be taken against those against whom the crime has been registered. Further investigation is currently underway.

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha standing with Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, every Jharkhandi feeling unsafe due to infiltrators: PM Modi in Jamshedpur

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Jharkhand Mukti Morcha standing with Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, every Jharkhandi feeling unsafe due to infiltrators: PM Modi in Jamshedpur

Lambasting the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha for “standing with Bangladeshis and Rohingyas,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said “every Jharkhandi is feeling unsafe” because of the infiltrators.

Addressing a public rally in Jamshedpur, PM Modi said Adivasi population is “rapidly decreasing” in Santhal Pargana, and infiltrators are taking over positions in panchayats with the support of JMM.

“In Santhal Pargana, the Adivasi population is decreasing rapidly. The lands are being grabbed. Infiltrators are taking over positions in panchayats. The incidents of crime against daughters are increasing… Every Jharkhandi is feeling unsafe because of the infiltrators… The JMM is standing with Bangladeshis and Rohingyas.”

He said infiltrators and extremists are taking over the JMM due to appeasement politics.

“These infiltrators and extremists are taking over the JMM… This has happened because the ghost of Congress has entered the JMM… When the ghost of Congress enters any party, then appeasement becomes the only agenda of that party… These parties want to form their vote bank based on religion and this is the time to stop this threat here. For this, every citizen of Jharkhand must unite and strengthen the BJP.”

PM Modi also said that Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltration threatens the demography of the state, however, the JMM government refuses to acknowledge this.

“Currently, infiltration is the biggest problem in Jharkhand. The parents of young daughters are worried. 2-3 days ago, Jharkhand High Court ordered an independent panel to investigate the infiltration… But the JMM government is not ready to admit that there is infiltration in Jharkhand… Bangladeshi and Rohingya infiltration is a huge problem in Santhal Pargana and Kolhan. The demography of the whole region is changing rapidly,” PM Modi said.

Along with ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, PM Modi also attacked Congress, and Rashtriya Janata Dal, saying that these parties are the “three enemies of Jharkhand.”

“There are three enemies of Jharkhand, JMM, RJD and Congress. The RJD still seeks revenge from Jharkhand for its formation. And the Congress hates Jharkhand. Congress ruled the country from Delhi for so many decades but they did not let backwards, Adivasi and Dalits come forward… The JMM came ahead in politics using Adivasi votes. But today they are standing with those who took over the jungles of the Adivasis,” he added.

(This news report is published from a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has not been written or edited by OpIndia staff)

Traffic and police administration on Eid-e-Milad, idol of Bhagwan Ganesha in custody: What else will the Congress government do in Karnataka?

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Traffic and police administration on Eid-e-Milad, idol of Bhagwan Ganesha in custody: What else will the Congress government do in Karnataka?

In Karnataka, where extensive arrangements are made for traffic and police at every corner for Eid-e-Milad, the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha was “detained” during Ganesh Chaturthi festivities. This situation once again raises the question of why security arrangements are replaced with restrictions during Hindu religious events but not for Muslim festivals. And if the claim is about security, then why was the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha transported in a police van? It seems that the Karnataka Congress government considers law and order as God above all, and if these laws clash with Hindu traditions, even Bhagwan Ganesha has to be taken to the police station.

Administration alert on Eid-e-Milad, and on Ganesh Chaturthi?

On the occasion of Eid-e-Milad on 16th September In Bengaluru, the police issued advisories to manage traffic across the city. Police has been deployed in every street and neighbourhood, with surveillance on every road to ensure no inconvenience during processions. Bengaluru police even changed traffic routes to prevent any hassle for Eid processions. However, it is unfortunate that in the same traffic arrangement, Bhagwan Ganesha was “detained” during the Ganesh immersion procession.

The entire police force has been on alert mode for the crowd during Eid-e-Milad. However, on the other hand, the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha was transported in a police van citing traffic and law and order concerns during the Hindu festival. Was it difficult to manage the crowd for Bhagwan Ganesha, or was this the result of the administration’s double standards towards Hindu festivals?

Is there a lack of security for Hindu festivals?

The question arises, when the government is so vigilant for Eid-e-Milad, what happened during Ganesh Chaturthi that the idol of Lord Ganesha had to be kept under police custody? This incident reveals a truth that the government’s attitude towards Hindu festivals is different. For the administration, ensuring a peaceful Eid procession involves every possible arrangement, but when it comes to Ganesh Chaturthi, Hindu religious symbols face scrutiny in the name of ‘law and order.’

Just think, Eid processions take place with full administrative support to ensure no inconvenience to Islamic believers. However, what do a Hindu family is taking the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha for immersion during Ganesh Chaturthi receive? The police, who seem to ‘control’ the religious rights of Hindus.

The truth behind the ‘arrest’ of Lord Ganesha in Karnataka?

A viral image during Ganesh Chaturthi in Bengaluru shocked everyone, showing Bhagwan Ganesha’s idol placed in a police van. The image spread quickly on social media, angering people. They questioned what was happening. Did the Congress government in Karnataka “arrest” Bhagwan Ganesha as well? The incident took place in district Yadgiri of Karnataka. The police stated that the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha had to be taken to the immersion site in a police van for security reasons. But the question arises, if Eid-e-Milad processions can proceed without interruption under police security, then why not the procession of Bhagwan Ganesha?

Is this what “secularism” is?

Such incidents force us to think if this is the same ‘secularism’ that Congress governments claim. When barricades are set up for Eid processions, traffic is diverted, and police forces are deployed, then why does the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha have to be ‘arrested’ during Ganesh Chaturthi? Isn’t this the administration’s double standard?

There is no doubt that all religions should be respected. However, if the idol of God has to be ‘detained’ in the name of crowd control and law and order during major Hindu festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, then this is not secularism but discrimination.

Comparing Eid-e-Milad and Ganesh Chaturthi arrangements by Karnataka government

Eid-e-Milad and Ganesh Chaturthi are both religious festivals, but why is there such a big difference in the government and administration’s response? Isn’t there a crowd on the streets during Ganesh Chaturthi? Is there no traffic disruption during immersion? Then why are routes changed for Eid, and the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha is placed in a police van for Ganesh Chaturthi?

The police administration can shut down roads for Eid processions, but why does this become difficult for Hindu festivals? Was the Ganesh immersion procession so small that confining it in a police van was the only solution?

How long will this show-off continue?

Is the government’s ‘secularism’ only on paper or just for certain religions? The Karnataka Congress government has faced accusations of appeasement politics before. However, this incident has reinforced this perception. Comprehensive arrangements were made for the peaceful conduct of the Eid-e-Milad procession. On the other hand, the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha was ‘detained’ during the Ganesh Chaturthi immersion. This is not just an insult to religious sentiments but a clear indication of where the government’s priorities lie.

The real face of Congress government in Karnataka

The Karnataka Congress government has once again shown its true colours. While the administration is  vigilant for Eid-e-Milad, the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha was detained during Ganesh Chaturthi. It appears that in Karnataka, the government’s priority is not the safety of Hindu festivals but rather restricting them. The religious rights of the Hindu community will continue to be violated till the time these double standards continue.

Now, the question to the government is whether they will genuinely uphold their ‘secularism’ or continue actions like ‘arresting’ the idol of Bhagwan Ganesha?

Approved projects of ₹3 lakh crores, abolished angel tax, package to boost employment and more: Here is what Modi govt did in its first 100 days

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Approved projects of ₹3 lakh crores, abolished angel tax, package to boost employment and more: Here is what Modi govt did in its first 100 days

Modi 3.0 has completed its first 100 days in office. Sources in the government said that it has achieved several targets set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year. Before hitting the campaign trail for 2024 general election, PM had given 100 days task to officials.

Centre has cleared and approved projects worth Rs 3 lakh crore in 100 days with primary focus on roads, railways, ports, and airways. Source in the government believed that increasing capital expenditure to Rs 11.11 lakh crore will lead to job creation.

It is learnt that national cooperative policy is drafted and is getting final touches and will be launched soon. Sources said in first 100 days government has also worked rigorously in farming sector. The 17th installment of Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi was released. Rs 20,000 crore has been distributed to 9.3 crore farmers, So far, Rs 3 lakh crore distributed to a total of 12 crore 33 lakh farmers, MSP (Minimum Support Price) for Kharif crops for 2024-25 increase which sources said has benefitted farmers by approximately Rs 2 lakh crore (benefitted 12 crore farmers).

Modi 3.0 also approved Polavaram Irrigation Project in Andhra Pradesh with an allocation of Rs 12,100 crore. Centre has also approved seven major schemes with a total outlay of Rs 14,200 crore, including: Digital Agriculture Mission to enhance efficiency and productivity in the agricultural sector.

Sources in government also emphasised on work it has done for ease of doing business and youth in first 100 days, other than abolishing angel tax and reducing corporate tax , centre is setting up Rs 1000 crore venture capital fund for space sector startups. Approval has been given for the Gen-Next Support for Innovation Startups (GENESIS) program to support Start-Ups in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

According to government figures, in first 100 days Rs 2 lakh crore PM package has been announced to promote employment and skill development among the youth. The goal is to benefit 41 million youth over the next 5 years. 1 crore youth will receive internships at top companies, along with allowances and one-time assistance. The target is to skill 20 lakh youth, with improvements to 1,000 industrial training institutes. The central government has announced over 15,000 new appointments.

On women empowerment front in first 100 days PM Modi has awarded certificates to 11 lakh new Lakhpati Didis. According to government figures now more than 1 crore Lakhpati Didis earn more than Rs 1 lakh per year. MUDRA loan has been increased from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh.

In first 100 days under Prime Minister’s Developed Tribal Village Campaign development of 63,000 tribal villages will be carried out, improving the socio-economic status of 5 crore tribals.

On health sector, 75,000 new medical seats have been added, which will help make the healthcare system more effective and reduce dependence on foreign medical education said a source. The National Medical Commission is preparing a National Medical Register to create a centralized repository of doctors in the country.

In first 100 days government also focused on Purvoday Scheme: A plan for the comprehensive development of Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh. Urban Flood Management and Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Risk Mitigation Projects: Rs 6,350 crore allocated for these projects. Five new districts have been created in Ladakh (Zanskar, Dras, Sham, Nubra, and Changthang), making a total of 7 districts (including Leh and Kargil)

On security front, on September 4, after 35 years of conflict, a peace agreement was made with NLFT and ATTF in Tripura, under which 328 armed cadres renounced violence and joined the mainstream of society.

A ‘Samanvay’ platform has been introduced for all stakeholders dealing with cybercrime. In the next 5 years, 5,000 cyber commandos will be trained. The Cyberdost mobile app has been launched for reporting cybercrimes.

In collaboration with banks and financial intermediaries, an advanced ‘Cyber Fraud Mitigation Center’ (CFMC) has been established at I4C. A suspect registry has been created, including mobile.

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Himachal Pradesh: After massive protests in Shimla and Mandi against illegal mosques, outrage erupts in Kullu against illegal ‘Jama Masjid’ on Khadi board land

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Himachal Pradesh: After massive protests in Shimla and Mandi against illegal mosques, outrage erupts in Kullu against illegal ‘Jama Masjid’ on Khadi board land

Himachal Pradesh is currently witnessing growing resentment among the Hindu community against illegal mosques which have come across several towns in the hilly state. After the cases of illegal mosques came to light from Shimla’s Sanjauli and Mandi’s Jail Road area, a massive protest has now erupted in Kullu against an illegal Jama Masjid built in the town’s Shriram Street. 

Hindus, in large numbers, have staged a protest against this illegal mosque. Meanwhile, in Mandi, the protesting Hindu community has announced that they will continue to publicly recite Hanuman Chalisa until the administration demolishes the illegal mosque built there.   

In Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu, the illegal mosque that has triggered outrage among the Hindu community is located on Shriram Street of Akhara Bazaar. It goes by the name of Jama Masjid. According to Hindu organisations, the Jama Masjid has been illegally built on land that belongs to Khadi and Village Industries Board. 

Demanding administrative action against the illegal construction of this mosque, the protesters marched from Ramshila’s Hanuman Temple to Dhalpur Chowk. Members of Hindu Jagran Manch and other Hindu organisations reached Akhara Bazar and began reciting Hanuman Chalisa, nearly 10 meters away from the site where this illegal mosque stands. 

After the recitation, the protesters reached Dhalpur Chowk and through the SDM, they submitted a memorandum to the Governor. In their memorandum, they have demanded that the administration carry out a demolition drive against this illegal mosque as well as initiate an investigation against all illegal mosques that have come up in this entire area. It is said that a total of 11 mosques have been built in this district alone. 

According to Hindu organisations, in correspondence that has been going on since 2017, the Kullu Municipal Council has accepted that this mosque was built illegally on land that belongs to Khadi and Village Industries. 

It is claimed that the Jama Masjid was built in Akhara Bazaar in 1990-1991. Back then, the structure had only one floor. Later, it underwent reconstruction in 2017 and now it has four floors. Back then, the Hindu organisations had raised objections against construction work in this illegal mosque which had halted its work. According to them, the structure of this building doesn’t adhere to the map passed for this place. 

The Hindu organisations added that nuisance creators are coming from other states to Himachal Pradesh. Their number runs in hundreds daily and they enter Himachal without any registration. They commit anti-social activities and are thus posing a threat to the culture and security of this place.

Hindu organisations further stated that a few days ago a case of cow slaughter was reported in Gadsa Valley. When people came to know about it, they apprehended the accused and handed them over to the police. They added that these outsiders sell goods without bills which have been adversely impacting the employment of locals and hampering the businesses of tax-paying traders. 

When the matter came into the spotlight, the Executive Officer of Kullu Municipal Council, Hari Singh Yadav said, “The Municipal Council has no information about this. The record of this land is with Bandobasti. After the allegations of Hindu organisations, it will be investigated.” 

Meanwhile, Kullu’s SDM said that the Jama Masjid is being investigated, and if any irregularity is found, action will be taken against it.  

However, the Imam of Kullu’s Jama Masjid, Imam Nawab Hashmi came out in defence claiming that they have the ownership of this land and its construction is legal. 

He claimed that the Waqf Board legally owns 1 bigha and 2 biswa land and is also collecting rent for it. Hashmi said, “The disputed land was transferred to the mosque from the Khadi Board in 1999 with the help of Congress leaders. The construction has also been done legally.

Will continue to publicly recite Hanuman Chalisa in Mandi until the administration demolishes the illegal mosque

Regarding the case of an illegal mosque in Mandi’s Jail Road, Hindu Jagran Manch has stated that it will continue to publicly recite Hanuman Chalisa till the time administration carries out a demolition drive and razes this illegal mosque to the ground. 

Apart from Hanuman Chalisa recitation, kirtans will be held for thirty days in various temples of the city. It added that if the Muslim side did not remove the illegal structure of the mosque within the period given by the Commissioner Court, the Hindus would demolish it. Hindu organisations have stated that the administration has reassured them of proper actions in this matter.

As part of the ongoing protest, on Saturday (14th September 2024), workers of Hindu Jagran Manch organised recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and kirtan of Mata in the courtyard of Mata Siddha Kali located in Indira Market. A large number of people participated in it. 

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