National Anthem in cinemas: Centre urges SC to modify order, forms panel

In a change of stand, the Centre on Monday suggested the Supreme Court to modify its earlier order making it mandatory for cinema halls to play the national anthem before screening......

Don't need to stand up in movie halls to prove patriotism: SC

People do not need to stand up in cinema halls to prove their patriotism and 'cannot be forced to carry patriotism on their sleeves', the Supreme Court said on Monday, asking the......

Respect for national flag, anthem non-negotiable: Centre to SC

It is "unfortunate" that someone has to knock the doors of the court for ensuring respect to the national flag and national anthem, government told the Supreme Court on Tuesday, asserting that......

SC seeks Centre's reply on plea for policy on national anthem, song

The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought response from the Centre in four weeks on a plea seeking framing of a policy for promoting the national anthem and the national song. A bench headed by Justice......