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'Secular' Pranab not wrong in accepting RSS invite: Sushil Kumar Shinde

'Secular' Pranab not wrong in accepting RSS invite: Sushil Kumar Shinde

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Shinde said speaking on RSS platform is very important.

RSS holds closed door meeting with 70 columnists

RSS holds closed door meeting with 70 columnists

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat is expected to deliver a keynote address at a meeting aimed at 'clearing misconceptions about the organisation'.

Sangh Parivar restive after BJP's Delhi debacle

Sangh Parivar restive after BJP's Delhi debacle

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Sangh affiliates believe the government's apparent anti-poor message led to their loss

Mukesh Ambani, Mohan Bhagwat Pray At Guruvayur

Mukesh Ambani, Mohan Bhagwat Pray At Guruvayur

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Mukeshbhai donated Rs 1.51 crore (Rs 15 million) to the temple's annadanam fund, the first devotee to donate such a large sum.

Did RSS emissary visit fasting Wangchuk on the sly?

Did RSS emissary visit fasting Wangchuk on the sly?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Wangchuk, who has been camping at Ladakh Bhawan in the national capital, is yet to be approached by a central government representative, a group member said.

SC rejects NIA plea against bail given to accused in RSS leader's murder case

SC rejects NIA plea against bail given to accused in RSS leader's murder case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has declined to interfere with the bail granted to 17 members of the Popular Front of India (PFI) in connection with the 2022 murder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Srinivasan in Kerala. The court noted that the Kerala High Court, which granted bail, has the power to revoke it if the conditions are violated. The NIA had sought cancellation of the bail, alleging the accused had violated bail conditions and contacted witnesses. The accused are also facing trial for allegedly instigating communal violence in Kerala and other parts of the country.

Revival of mandir-masjid disputes unacceptable: RSS chief

Revival of mandir-masjid disputes unacceptable: RSS chief

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over the resurgence of temple-mosque disputes and asserted that certain individuals, after the construction of Ayodhya's Ram Temple, seem to believe they can become "leaders of Hindus" by raking up such issues. He advocated for an inclusive society and said the world needs to be shown that India can live together in harmony.

Apologise or won't allow to enter Ayodhya: BJP MP to Raj Thackeray

Apologise or won't allow to enter Ayodhya: BJP MP to Raj Thackeray

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Raj Thackeray should apologise to all North Indians with folded hands, MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh said.

Why BJP Still Hasn't Named Nadda's Successor

Why BJP Still Hasn't Named Nadda's Successor

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

The prolonged delay over electing J P Nadda's successor possibly stems from the RSS leadership wanting a person who is at least equidistant from the Sangh as well as the Modi/BJP edifice, observes BJP-RSS watcher Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Tribals Fear New Threats As Naxalism Fades

Tribals Fear New Threats As Naxalism Fades

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

If the threat from the 'Maovadis' (Maoists) is fading, the danger now lies with the 'MoUvadis' -- those who might exploit the resource-rich Abujhmad region through corporate or State-backed projects.

Cong chief Kharge, Sonia, Adhir won't attend Ram temple opening event

Cong chief Kharge, Sonia, Adhir won't attend Ram temple opening event

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

In a statement, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh questioned the motive behind the inauguration of the "incomplete" temple by the leaders of the BJP and the RSS.

Telangana's saffron firebrand makes it as Union minister

Telangana's saffron firebrand makes it as Union minister

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Bandi Sanjay Kumar, who took oath as minister in the Narendra Modi cabinet on Sunday, weathered political storms and intra-party bickering before he could successfully establish himself as a firebrand BJP leader in Telangana.

Shankar Mahadevan lauds RSS role for preserving 'Akhand Bharat' ideology

Shankar Mahadevan lauds RSS role for preserving 'Akhand Bharat' ideology

Rediff.com24 Oct 2023

Mahadevan said after he got the invitation to attend the RSS event as the chief guest, he received congratulatory calls from many people, a gesture which he found deeply touching.

Didi Makes Momos

Didi Makes Momos

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee makes momos at a local stall in Darjeeling.

VHP-run temple in Shimla sees Muslim wedding

VHP-run temple in Shimla sees Muslim wedding

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

In an unusual venue for a Muslim wedding, a couple on Monday married at a temple run in Rampur, Shimla, by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad.

RSS eyes expansion as 3-day meet begins in Gujarat

RSS eyes expansion as 3-day meet begins in Gujarat

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

"The RSS runs nearly 60,000 daily shakhas (branches) across the country and 97.5 per cent shakhas have started functioning again after the easing of COVID-19 related restrictions," joint general secretary Manmohan Vaidya said.

No relation between RSS and BJP, says Mohan Bhagawat

No relation between RSS and BJP, says Mohan Bhagawat

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Madhukar Bhagawat on Thursday said that there was no relation between his party and the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The 96-year-old leader, the longest serving president of the BJP, said ever since he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as its volunteer at the age of 14 years he has sought reward in only one thing "in dedicated and selfless service of my beloved country in whatever task life assigned to me".

US consul general visits RSS HQ

US consul general visits RSS HQ

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

United States Counsel General in Mumbai David J Ranz is also expected to visit Deekshabhoomi.

Meet Rekha Gupta, Delhi's fourth woman chief minister

Meet Rekha Gupta, Delhi's fourth woman chief minister

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Rekha Gupta, a former DUSU president and a long-time member of the RSS, has been chosen as the Leader of the House in the Delhi Assembly and will become the fourth woman chief minister of Delhi. She won the Shalimar Bagh seat in the February 5 Assembly polls, defeating her AAP rival Bandana Kumari. Gupta, a BCom graduate and lawyer, has a long history of working for women's welfare, having served as the national secretary of the BJP's youth wing and the national vice-president of BJP Mahila Morcha. The BJP has returned to power in Delhi after over 26 years, ending the 10-year rule of the Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP.

Manipur video: FIR over posts alleging RSS' involvement

Manipur video: FIR over posts alleging RSS' involvement

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The picture was posted by some people on social media platforms, including Twitter and Facebook.

Ilker Ayci declines Tata Group's offer to be CEO & MD of Air India

Ilker Ayci declines Tata Group's offer to be CEO & MD of Air India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Ilker Ayci has declined the Tata Group's offer to be the chief executive officer (CEO) and managing director of Air India, aviation industry sources said on Tuesday. On February 14, Tata Sons had announced the appointment of Ayci, former chairman of Turkish Airlines, as the CEO and MD of Air India. RSS-affiliate Swadeshi Jagran Manch had last Friday said the government should not give clearance to the appointment of Ilker Ayci "keeping in view national security".

RSS backs caste census for welfare, opposes political use

RSS backs caste census for welfare, opposes political use

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Sunil Ambekar, RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh, said caste and caste-relations were a "very sensitive issue" for the Hindu society and it is an important issue "for our national unity and integrity".

RSS pays tributes to Mulayam, Sharad Yadav, Shanti Bhushan

RSS pays tributes to Mulayam, Sharad Yadav, Shanti Bhushan

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh paid tributes to late Samajwadi Party leader Mulayam Singh Yadav, socialist leader Sharad Yadav, senior advocate Shanti Bhushan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben Modi at its annual general body meeting in Samalkha on Sunday.

RSS: 'Any Type Of Violence Is Not Good'

RSS: 'Any Type Of Violence Is Not Good'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Modi will visit RSS headquarters in Nagpur on March 30.

RSS files defamation suit against Arjun

RSS files defamation suit against Arjun

Rediff.com2 Sep 2004

Arjun Singh had suggested the organisation's involvement in the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.

BJP leaders seek RSS help to resolve crisis

BJP leaders seek RSS help to resolve crisis

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat met top leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday and Sunday to resolve the ongoing factional feud in the party.

Unitedly, we can defeat BJP: Rahul ahead of Oppn meet

Unitedly, we can defeat BJP: Rahul ahead of Oppn meet

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Accusing the BJP of working to 'divide India and spread hate and violence', he asserted that a fight of ideologies is going on in India.

Modi visits RSS HQ for 1st time since becoming PM

Modi visits RSS HQ for 1st time since becoming PM

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited Dr Hedgewar Smruti Mandir in Nagpur and paid tributes at memorials dedicated to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, and second sarsanghchalak (chief) M S Golwalkar.

Pak minister threatens India with 'nuclear war'

Pak minister threatens India with 'nuclear war'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

In a news conference with Bol News, she said, "India should not forget that Pakistan has an atom bomb. Our nuclear status is not meant to remain silent. We will not back down if the need arises."

We have not joined Hazare: RSS

We have not joined Hazare: RSS

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday said the organisation has not joined Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement but will participate if asked to do so.

Define HINDUTVA: Digvijaya challenges RSS

Define HINDUTVA: Digvijaya challenges RSS

Rediff.com4 Jul 2012

With Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's pitch for a 'secular' face as the National Democratic Alliance's prime ministerial candidate evoking strong reaction from Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Congress general secretary Digvijaya Singh on Tuesday posed five questions to the Sangh asking it to define Hindutva.

Many tried to present distorted Indian history, wrong Hindutva narrative: RSS

Many tried to present distorted Indian history, wrong Hindutva narrative: RSS

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Evils like caste discrimination and untouchability have to be done away within society, he said.

Bombs hurled at RSS office in Kerala

Bombs hurled at RSS office in Kerala

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

The RSS has accused CPI-M workers of 'carrying out' the attack.

Can't rule out RSS hand in Mumbai blasts: Digvijay

Can't rule out RSS hand in Mumbai blasts: Digvijay

Rediff.com16 Jul 2011

Congress General Secretary Digvijay Singh on Saturday courted another controversy by saying he did not rule out the involvement of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in Mumbai serial blasts, evoking sharp criticism and condemnation from the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Pramod Sawant, a Parrikar loyalist, rises to top

Pramod Sawant, a Parrikar loyalist, rises to top

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

The two-time MLA from Sankhalim in North Goa, Sawant, who was speaker of the state assembly, is a dedicated Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh worker.

Day after meeting with Modi, Advani meets RSS chief

Day after meeting with Modi, Advani meets RSS chief

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

Visiting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh headquarters for the first time since his resignation plunged the Bharatiya Janata Party into a crisis, L K Advani on Friday met Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat and hels "fruitful" discussions on the forthcoming elections to state assemblies and next year's Lok Sabha poll.

Teaching Gita not against Constitution: Sangh ideologue

Teaching Gita not against Constitution: Sangh ideologue

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Backing Supreme Court Judge Justice A R Dave over his call to teach the Gita in schools, a leading Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ideologue on Wednesday said the work is not a mere religious scripture but a spiritual and philosophic classic and called for it to be declared the "national book."

Ajit Pawar faction skips visit to RSS HQ

Ajit Pawar faction skips visit to RSS HQ

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

'It is our right to not go there and pay a visit. It is the prerogative of every party on whether to visit a particular place or not'

Conversion was behind Mother Teresa's service: RSS chief

Conversion was behind Mother Teresa's service: RSS chief

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Conversion to Christianity was the main objective behind Mother Teresa's service to the poor, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Monday.