Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
Hindu nationalist organisation in India
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The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is an Indian right-wing, Hindu nationalist volunteer paramilitary organisation. It is the progenitor and leader of a large body of organisations called the Sangh Parivar, which has developed a presence in all facets of Indian society and includes the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the ruling political party under Narendra Modi, the prime minister of India. Mohan Bhagwat has served as the Sarsanghchalak (chief) of the RSS since March 2009.
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Pakistan, Turkiye & Bangladesh not on list of invitees for RSS centenary celebrationThe RSS will celebrate its centenary with a series of dialogues led by Mohan Bhagwat, focusing on its history, nation-building role, and future vision. While reaching out to various domestic and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'ATS pressurized, evidence erased': Acquitted accused in Malegaon blast case; names Sharad Pawar, Digvijay SinghSameer Kulkarni, acquitted in the Malegaon blast case, accuses Congress leaders and the Maharashtra ATS of framing Hindus for political gain. He alleges evidence manipulation and pressure on..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Was asked to arrest RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat': Ex-ATS cop recalls Malegaon blast probe; alleges pressure to push 'saffron terror' angleIndiaTimes - Published | |
Who is a 'staunch Hindu'? Mohan Bhagwat explains; cautions against 'misconception'RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that a staunch Hindu is one who "does not oppose others," clarifying that being a true Hindu means embracing everyone, not abusing or opposing them. Speaking in Delhi,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'World understands power': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on why India must be 'strong and wealthy'; must transform into lionRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized India's need to become powerful and economically strong to gain global respect, advocating for the preservation of national identity by using "Bharat" without..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Sabko mitti mein mila ke ... ': Kharge attacks PM Modi over quota; calls BJP, RSS 'poison'Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge launched a scathing attack on PM Modi, questioning his backward status claims and accusing him of deceit. Addressing a party event, Kharge alleged Modi secured his..IndiaTimes - Published | |
From class struggle to Samajik Samrasta: How BMS redefined India’s trade union politicsMarking its 70th anniversary, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) has emerged as India's largest trade union, surpassing Left-leaning organizations. Rooted in RSS's philosophy of social harmony, BMS..IndiaTimes - Published | |
BJP, RSS want to rewrite Constitution but can’t destroy it, says Kharge; accuses Modi govt of selling public sector to Adani, Ambani; slams centre over GST dues, Manipur crisisIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Objectionable' post on PM Modi, RSS: SC grants interim relief to cartoonist Hemant Malviya; issues warning on repeat actsIndiaTimes - Published | |
‘Why do you do all this?’ SC questions cartoonist over posts on PM Modi, RSS, says free speech being ‘abused’IndiaTimes - Published | |
26/11 prosecutor, former foreign secretary, 2 others nominated to Rajya SabhaPresident Droupadi Murmu nominated lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, retired diplomat Harsh Vardhan Shringla, RSS worker C Sadanandan Master, and historian Meenakshi Jain to the Rajya Sabha, filling vacancies that..IndiaTimes - Published | |
RSS discusses role in crises, war-like drillsThe Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) convened a three-day meeting in Delhi to discuss the potential role of its members in emergencies, including war-like scenarios and civil defense exercises...IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Preamble not changeable': VP Dhankhar weighs in on Constitution debate; calls for 'reflection'Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has entered the Constitution debate, affirming the Preamble's unchangeable nature. This follows the RSS's call to review 'socialist' and 'secular' terms, sparking..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Mask has come off': Rahul flays RSS over call to drop 'secular' from Constitution; says 'they want Manusmriti'Rahul Gandhi has intensified his criticism of the RSS following Dattatreya Hosabale's call to remove "socialist and secular" from the Constitution's Preamble. Gandhi argues that the RSS opposes the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Never accepted Constitution': Congress hits back at RSS; cites SC ruling on 'secular, socialist'Jairam Ramesh of Congress has strongly criticized the RSS for allegedly never accepting the Indian Constitution and attacking its framers. This response follows RSS general secretary Dattatreya..IndiaTimes - Published | Review if 'socialist' & 'secular' should be in statute: RSS national general secretary Dattatreya HosabaleIndiaTimes - Published |
RSS demands Congress apology over Emergency: Seeks removal of ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ from Preamble; asserts not part of Constitution earlierThe RSS has called for a review of the words 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Constitution's preamble, arguing they were added during the Emergency. RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabole highlighted that BR..IndiaTimes - Published | RSS workers tortured in jails during Emergency, at least 100 died: Sunil AmbekarSunil Ambekar, a senior RSS functionary, stated that thousands of RSS volunteers were jailed and tortured during the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi in 1975, resulting in approximately 100 deaths...IndiaTimes - Published |
India seeks peace, but has strength to teach a lesson if provoked: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Operation SindoorRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that India is dedicated to global peace but possesses the strength to retaliate if provoked. He highlighted India's commitment to global welfare, emphasising that the..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Against reservation since birth': Kharge rebuts BJP, RSS over caste census rowCongress president Mallikarjun Kharge welcomed the Centre's decision to include caste enumeration in the national census, while criticizing the BJP and RSS for their historical opposition to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Caste census BJP's bid to stop erosion of broader Hindu unityThe Indian government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census aims to consolidate Hindu unity and counter attempts to divide the population along caste lines. Sources suggest the..IndiaTimes - Published | Pahalgam terror attack: RSS chief Bhagwat visits PM Modi's residenceFollowing the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. This meeting, confirmed by sources, is significant given the RSS's..IndiaTimes - Published |
‘Be Indians first’: RSS advises Kashmiris to 'disassociate from terrorists'The RSS has called on Kashmiris to actively reject terrorism and unite under a common Indian identity. Indresh Kumar criticized the Congress party for politicizing the Pahalgam terror attack and..IndiaTimes - Published | RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's subtle endorsement to action against PakistanIndiaTimes - Published |
'Teaching lesson to hooligans a religion', says RSS chief amid Indo-Pak tensionMohan Bhagwat, the RSS chief, spoke about India's inherent non-violent nature. He stated that teaching a lesson becomes necessary when faced with evil. His comments follow the Pahalgam terrorist..IndiaTimes - Published | Mohan Bhagwat asks Sangh workers to uphold and propagate principles critical for social harmony and national resurgenceRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, during his Aligarh visit, urged Sangh workers to promote social harmony and national resurgence by upholding traditional Indian family values. He emphasized 'Samrasta' to..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP, RSS are enemies of Ambedkar: Congress chief KhargeCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge has branded the BJP-RSS as "enemies" of Ambedkar, alleging they only offer lip service for political gain. Kharge claimed Ambedkar blamed V.D. Savarkar for his..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Babasaheb effort helped awaken Hindu society': RSS chief Mohan BhagwatIndiaTimes - Published |
'Say Jai Shri Ram': Tamil Nadu governor Ravi sparks row; Congress terms his 'BJP, RSS's propaganda master'Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi ignited controversy by urging students to chant "Jai Shri Ram" at a Madurai college event. Congress MLA JMH Hassan Maulaana strongly criticized Ravi, accusing him of..IndiaTimes - Published | Bihar BJP files police complaint against Kanhaiya Kumar for remarks on PM Modi, RSSThe BJP's Bihar unit has lodged a police complaint against Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar in Patna, alleging he used offensive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS during a recent..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress AICC session: Resentment or hope - What's the way forward for party's revival?During a two-day session in Ahmedabad, Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, intensified their criticism of the BJP and RSS, particularly regarding religious freedom and..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Chand pe daag hai, unpe ek bhi nahin hai': Kangana Ranaut hails PM ModiThe actress turned politician heaped praise on PM Narendra Modi and said that there can be a stain on the moon but there is not a single stain on PM Modi. She said that RSS follows the ideology of..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Sardar Patel in our thoughts': How Congress party is reclaiming Iron Man's legacyIn a symbolic move, the Congress party convened a CWC meeting at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Museum in Ahmedabad, aiming to reclaim Patel's legacy. Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP-RSS for..IndiaTimes - Published | Rahul Gandhi insulted Ambedkar, Congress never gave due to Sardar Patel: BJPThe BJP has strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks about the Constitution's age, calling it an insult to B.R. Ambedkar and a display of ignorance. The party also refuted Congress president..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Modi will be PM again': Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis puts an end to successor reportsMaharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis asserted that Narendra Modi will remain Prime Minister in 2029, dismissing succession speculations fueled by Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut's comments. Raut..IndiaTimes - Published | DNA Verified: Has PM Modi announced his retirement from politics? Know the truth behind viral graphicThe viral graphic states that the announcement comes two days after meeting with RSS in Nagpur on Sunday.DNA - Published |
'Politicising religious spaces': Congress slams RSS song at temple in KeralaA musical performance featuring the RSS 'gana geetham' at a temple managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board has sparked controversy. The Congress demanded action, citing a high court directive against..IndiaTimes - Published | Muslims can be at shakha if they chant ‘Bharat Mata’: RSS chief Mohan BhagwatRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated that all Indians, including Muslims, are welcome at shakhas if they respect the 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' slogan and the saffron flag. Bhagwat emphasized the importance of..IndiaTimes - Published |
Meerut College professor banned for life from exam duties over questions on RSSA senior professor at Meerut College has been barred for life from examination and evaluation work by Chaudhary Charan Singh University. The action followed protests by RSS-linked students over an exam..IndiaTimes - Published | Shun tilaks at party events, says DMK MP A Raja, starts a rowDMK MP A Raja has urged party members to avoid Hindu religious symbols when wearing party attire, stating that it blurs the line between the DMK and RSS. This statement has provoked backlash from BJP..IndiaTimes - Published |
RSS won’t block volunteers in Varanasi, Mathura temple efforts: Sangh's general secretary HosabaleRSS will allow volunteers to work on the Kashi Vishwanath and Srikrishna Janmabhoomi temples but warns against uncovering temples beneath mosques. Hosabale highlights that focusing on these past issues..IndiaTimes - Published | 'RSS will pick PM Modi's successor,' claims Sanjay Raut; Fadnavis reactsShiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut claimed that PM Narendra Modi's successor would be from Maharashtra and decided by the RSS. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis countered, asserting Modi would continue as PM..IndiaTimes - Published |
PM Modi's Trip dispels saffron rift buzz ahead of key pollsPM Modi's visit to the RSS memorial in Nagpur solidified BJP-RSS ties amid speculation about BJP's next president. Modi's interaction with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also coincided with the Hindu New Year..IndiaTimes - Published | 'RSS is banyan tree of India's eternal culture,' says PM ModiPM Narendra Modi commended the RSS as an enduring symbol of India's eternal culture while laying the foundation for an eye hospital in honor of Golwalkar. Emphasizing the organization's grassroots..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Inspires us to serve the nation': PM Modi's note on RSS founder Hedgewar, ex-chief GolwalkarPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Smruti Mandir in Nagpur, paying homage to the founder of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, and the second chief, MS Golwalkar. He..IndiaTimes - Published | Watch: PM Modi pays tribute to RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, meets Mohan BhagwatIndiaTimes - Published |
'No difference of opinion between BJP, RSS,' says Sangh as it praises PM Modi's Nagpur visitRashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) said there is "no difference in opinion" with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the RSS headquarters in Nagpur. RSS member..IndiaTimes - Published | People with invader mindset are a threat to India: RSS' Dattatreya HosabaleRSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has identified individuals with an 'invader mindset' as a threat to India and criticized the glorification of figures like Aurangzeb. He emphasized that..IndiaTimes - Published |
Concerned about unabated violence against Hindus, other minorities in Bangladesh: RSSThe RSS has voiced concern over the continuous violence against Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh by radical Islamist groups, citing it as a severe violation of human rights. It also condemned..IndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur Riots: What did RSS say on Aurangzeb? How may it impact VHP? Politics over 300-year-old GRAVE deconstructedThe RSS stand has come at a time when tensions are high after violence broke out in Nagpur over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's tomb and various rumours connected to it.DNA - Published |
