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Indian Express
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
‘Sacrilege to spirit of Sanatan': V-P Jagdeep Dhankhar questions addition of ‘socialist', ‘secular' to Preamble
Terming it a travesty of justice, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said changing the Preamble to the Constitution by adding the words 'socialist', 'secular' and 'integrity' during the Emergency was 'sacrilege to spirit of Sanatan'. Speaking at an event in Delhi, Dhankhar said the Preamble was the soul of any Constitution, and apart from India, no other country had changed it. 'Preamble is not changeable. Preamble is not alterable. Preamble is the basis on which the Constitution has grown. Preamble is the seed of the Constitution. It is soul of the Constitution but this Preamble for Bharat was changed by 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976, adding words socialist, secular and integrity,' he said. We are changing the soul of the Constitution by this flash of words, added during the period of Emergency — the darkest period for the Constitution of the country. These words have been added as नासूर. These words will create upheaval. Addition of these words in the Preamble… — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) June 28, 2025 His comments come two days after RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabele said there should be a discussion on whether the words 'socialist' and 'secular' should remain in the Preamble. A day later, Union ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Jitendra Singh had thrown their weight behind the idea even as Congress leaders and other Opposition parties criticised the remark. Vice-President Dhankhar was speaking at an event at his official residence where he was presented the first copy of the book, Ambedkar's Messages, compiled by author and former Karnataka MLC D S Veeraiah. 'We must reflect. Dr [B R] Ambedkar did painstaking work. He would have surely focused on it. The founding fathers thought it befittingly wise to give us that Preamble…what a travesty of justice. First, we change something which is not changeable, alterable – something that emanates from 'We the People' – and then, you change it during Emergency. When 'We the People' were bleeding in heart, in soul, they were in darkness,' he said. Calling the Emergency imposed by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975 as the 'darkest period for the Constitution of the country', Dhankhar said, '…if you deeply reflect, we are giving wings to existential challenges. These words have been added as nasoor [festering wound]. These words will create upheaval. Addition of these words in the Preamble during the Emergency signal betrayal of the mindset of the framers of the Constitution. It is nothing but belittling the civilisational wealth and knowledge of this country for thousands of years. It is sacrilege to the spirit of Sanatan.'
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Digitising, preserving ancient texts vital for India's resurgence: Eknath Shinde
Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Friday inaugurated the 'Shastra Museum and Research Centre' in Varanasi. Inspired by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the centre is dedicated to preserving and promoting India's ancient scriptural heritage. Eknath Shinde emphasised that India can reclaim its position as a Vishwaguru by uniting the power of Shastra (knowledge) with Shastra (defence). (FILE PHOTO) The event brought together scholars, monks, researchers, and cultural enthusiasts from across the country, all united in their respect for India's rich and ancient knowledge traditions. In his address as chief guest, Shinde described the centre not merely as a collection of books, but as a living embodiment of Sanatan values and the spiritual unity of Bharat. He lauded the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, noting that his balanced vision of development and cultural resurgence has inspired initiatives like this. Shinde emphasised that India can reclaim its position as a Vishwaguru by uniting the power of Shastra (knowledge) with Shastra (defence). He stressed that the digitisation and preservation of ancient texts is a crucial step in this journey of national resurgence. In his opening remarks, the centre's founder, Ramanand Tiwari, shared the vision behind the initiative, stating, 'That which is eternal is Sanatan, and Sanatan is eternal. The true journey of self-realization begins when one reconnects with the wisdom of the Shastras.' State minister for AYUSH, Dayashankar Mishra 'Dayalu', praised the establishment of the museum and stated that it would play a crucial role in drawing public interest, particularly among the youth, towards the vast intellectual wealth contained in our ancient texts. Bhujang Bobde, chairman of the Shastra Museum and Research Centre, acknowledged the spiritual and intellectual legacy of Kashi, describing the centre as an invaluable resource for researchers, scholars, and students of Indian knowledge traditions. As part of the concluding segment of the event, Eknath Shinde also inaugurated a special exhibition featuring a remarkable collection of rare manuscripts and scriptures. The Shastra Museum and Research Centre is equipped with modern infrastructure to facilitate the preservation, digitisation, study, translation, and public dissemination of India's sacred knowledge systems.
Economic Times
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Karnataka's fake news bill: Rs 10 lakh fine, 7-year jail for disrespecting sanatan symbols, promoting superstition
Agencies The state government's draft proposal—the Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025—placed before the cabinet last week, has raised concern among stakeholders. According to the bill, the government looks to criminalise and punish those who spread misinformation. The draft bill says that companies and social media platforms may also be held liable for fake news shared through their the draft bill, social media users found guilty can face two to five years in jail. If one posts fake news on social media platforms, they can be imprisoned for up to seven years and fined up to Rs 10 lakh. Abetment of such offences will also attract a two-year jail term, the 11-page draft read. The draft includes formulating a state 'fake news regulatory authority' tasked with a broad mandate to monitor and regulate the content disseminated on social media platforms. 'Prohibit publication of content amounting to disrespect of Sanatan symbols and beliefs on social media platforms. Prohibit publication of content promoting superstition,' the draft bill accessed by ET read. Government's takePriyank Kharge, state IT-BT minister, told ET that the document is an opinion of a few individuals in the law department and will be thoroughly discussed by the home and IT departments before moving forward. Defending the Congress government's move, Kharge said, "We are not deciding whether it is misinformation or fake news. We are getting professionals to do that. We would love it if even the Editors Guild of India or the Press Council of India, or anybody else, wants to be a part of it."He added that the government is not trying to change any policy. 'We're just trying to connect the dots that already exist and make a bill out of it." The minister emphasised that even Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that misinformation creates havoc and is a threat to democracy. The new authority's core functions would include ensuring a complete ban on the spread of fake news. It also talks about content that is abusive, obscene, anti-feminist, or insulting to the dignity of women. The new body will have the power to recommend punitive action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, against individuals or entities found asked if the government would support such a bill at a central level, Kharge, referring to the Broadcast and Digital Bill, said, "We are not doing anything like tampering with the IT Act. We are merely categorising any public interest information as true or false. And we are tracking it up with reasons why we think it is false. Elevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea. The bike taxi dreams of Rapido, Uber, and Ola just got a jolt. But they're winning public favour Second only to L&T, but controversies may weaken this infra powerhouse's growth story Punit Goenka reloads Zee with Bullet and OTT focus. Can he beat mighty rivals? 3 critical hurdles in India's quest for rare earth independence HDB Financial may be cheaper than Bajaj Fin, but what about returns? Why Sebi must give up veto power over market infra institutions These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 23% return in 1 year, according to analysts Are short-term headwinds from China an opportunity? 8 auto stocks: Time to be contrarian? Buy, Sell or Hold: Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on Supreme Industries; UBS initiates coverage on PNB Housing
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Karnataka's fake news bill: Rs 10 lakh fine, 7-year jail for disrespecting sanatan symbols, promoting superstition
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills The state government's draft proposal—the Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025—placed before the cabinet last week, has raised concern among stakeholders. According to the bill, the government looks to criminalise and punish those who spread misinformation. The draft bill says that companies and social media platforms may also be held liable for fake news shared through their the draft bill, social media users found guilty can face two to five years in jail. If one posts fake news on social media platforms, they can be imprisoned for up to seven years and fined up to Rs 10 lakh. Abetment of such offences will also attract a two-year jail term, the 11-page draft draft includes formulating a state 'fake news regulatory authority' tasked with a broad mandate to monitor and regulate the content disseminated on social media platforms. 'Prohibit publication of content amounting to disrespect of Sanatan symbols and beliefs on social media platforms. Prohibit publication of content promoting superstition,' the draft bill accessed by ET takePriyank Kharge, state IT-BT minister, told ET that the document is an opinion of a few individuals in the law department and will be thoroughly discussed by the home and IT departments before moving the Congress government's move, Kharge said, "We are not deciding whether it is misinformation or fake news. We are getting professionals to do that. We would love it if even the Editors Guild of India or the Press Council of India, or anybody else, wants to be a part of it."He added that the government is not trying to change any policy. 'We're just trying to connect the dots that already exist and make a bill out of it."The minister emphasised that even Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that misinformation creates havoc and is a threat to new authority's core functions would include ensuring a complete ban on the spread of fake news. It also talks about content that is abusive, obscene, anti-feminist, or insulting to the dignity of women. The new body will have the power to recommend punitive action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, against individuals or entities found asked if the government would support such a bill at a central level, Kharge, referring to the Broadcast and Digital Bill, said, "We are not doing anything like tampering with the IT Act. We are merely categorising any public interest information as true or false. And we are tracking it up with reasons why we think it is false.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Shashtra Museum & Research Center inaugurated
Varanasi: Maharashtra's deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Friday inaugurated the Shashtra (Scripture) Museum and Research Centre at the Dharmasangh auditorium, Shri Swami Karpatri Ji Maharaj Ashram, Shri Dharmasangh Math Temple, Durgakund. The centre aims to preserve, digitise, and disseminate India's ancient textual heritage to society with the help of modern technology. Speaking on the occasion, Shinde said that he felt connected to the ancient knowledge tradition through this programme. He stated that the institution of Dharmasangh is not just a temple but a symbol of Indian culture and unity representing the Sanatan culture and lifestyle. Highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary aspect, Shinde said that he has given the message of development and heritage. "Our country is on the path to become a world leader with both weaponry and scriptural wealth. For this, the govt and the society must work hand in hand," he said, adding that Sanatan Hinduism, imbued with the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' a foundation for building an inclusive society. Uttar Pradesh AYUSH minister Dayashankar Mishra 'Dayalu' said that the museum for scriptures will attract people in the coming days. The founder Sanatani Ramanand Tiwari said that self-knowledge is possible only by connecting with the scriptures. The President of the Centre Bhujang Bobde said Kashi is a major centre for the pursuit of knowledge. Shinde also inaugurated an exhibition of ancient texts and books.
