Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
Hindu nationalist organisation in India
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Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is an Indian far-right, 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 of the RSS since March 2009.
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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 | |
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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 |
'No type of violence good for society': RSS on Nagpur riots, says 'Aurangzeb not relevant today'The RSS has distanced itself from the controversy over demands to demolish Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad. Recent violent clashes between groups resulted in curfews being imposed. Maharashtra CM..IndiaTimes - Published | Ahead of BJP president poll, PM Modi to meet Mohan BhagwatPM Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will share the stage in Nagpur on March 30, marking their first public appearance together since the Ram Mandir consecration. The event comes amid..IndiaTimes - Published |
PM Modi's podcast with Lex Fridman released: Talks about early life, journey in Himalayas, RSS, and Hindu nationalismPrime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in a captivating podcast with MIT scientist Lex Fridman. They discussed Modi's journey from childhood to public life, touching upon global affairs and governance...IndiaTimes - Published | 'Bharat, India, Hindustan, call it whatever you want': J&K CM Omar Abdullah reacts to RSS general secretary's remarksJammu and Kashmir's chief minister responded to RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale's suggestion to replace 'India' with 'Bharat' as the country's name. Abdullah highlighted that the country has..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Was instructed to not speak against RSS': Digvijaya Singh on Rahul Gandhi's big charge against Gujarat Congress leadersIndiaTimes - Published | US has bankrolled RSS since 1960s: CongressThe AICC accused the BJP and RSS of taking American funds since the 60s to destabilize Congress governments. They claimed the $21 million in USAID funds mentioned by BJP were intended for Bangladesh,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Been my privilege to be inspired by RSS, connected with Marathi through Sangh: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his pride in the connection between the RSS and Marathi language at the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan. He praised the recognition of Marathi as a..IndiaTimes - Published | Why it's good to be a first-time MLA in BJPThe BJP has a tendency to appoint first-time MLAs to chief ministerial positions in key states they win. Notable examples include Manohar Lal Khattar in Haryana, Bhajan Lal Sharma in Rajasthan, and..IndiaTimes - Published |
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat meets parents of deceased R G Kar hospital medicRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat met the parents of the R G Kar Medical College medic who was raped and murdered in August last year. He expressed solidarity with the family and promised support. Bhagwat also..IndiaTimes - Published | How RSS's 'silent campaign' helped BJP reclaim Delhi after 27 yearsThe RSS played a pivotal role in the BJP’s sweeping victory in the Delhi Assembly elections with a discreet voter outreach campaign. Through numerous small meetings, they discussed key issues like..IndiaTimes - Published |
FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi for 'fighting Indian state' remarkCongress leader Rahul Gandhi faces legal issues following his statement on January 15, 2025, claiming BJP and RSS's capture of institutions and fighting the Indian State. An FIR in Guwahati accuses him..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Just like Ganga flows everywhere...': LoP Rahul Gandhi renews attack on RSS over 'independence' remarkLok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi continued his attack on the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's reported remarks about not considering August 15, 1947, as the day of independence.DNA - Published |
Select outfits like RSS and industrial houses running country: Congress' Rahul Gandhi in PatnaCongress leader Rahul Gandhi claims that organizations like RSS and industrial houses control India. He advocates for a caste census and removing the 50% reservation cap. Gandhi also criticizes RSS..IndiaTimes - Published | Bhagwat's 'true independence' remark akin to treason: Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi called RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remark that true independence came with the Ayodhya temple inauguration as 'treason,' challenging the Constitution and freedom struggle's significance...IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi says Congress 'fighting Indian state'; BJP: He's in league with urban NaxalsBJP leaders, including president J P Nadda, strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remark about fighting the BJP, RSS, and the Indian state. They accused him of aligning with subversive forces and claimed..IndiaTimes - Published | 'It's treason': Congress slams RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on 'true independence' remarkCongress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, criticize RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's claim that true independence was achieved with the Ram Temple consecration, calling it an insult to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Rahul Gandhi says 'fighting not just BJP & RSS, but Indian State', BJP calls it 'Soros's playbook'BJP criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for claiming his party battles the RSS, BJP, and the Indian state, comparing his remarks to George Soros's agenda. Gandhi also raised concerns about alleged..IndiaTimes - Published | RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat makes BIG statement, says Bharat got 'true independence' on Ram temple consecration dayThis movement was started to awaken the "self" (swa) of Bharat so that the country could stand on its own feet and show the path to the world, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief said.DNA - Published |
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls Ram Temple consecration 'true independence of Bharat'RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat called the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya Bharat’s true independence. The grand ceremony was led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2024. Bhagwat..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress chief Kharge criticises BJP-RSS over interference in higher education, claims 61% UGC budget cutCongress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP and RSS for allegedly interfering in India's higher education and claimed the UGC's budget was reduced by 61%. He questioned the suspension of the..IndiaTimes - Published |
