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KS Bhagawan, known for abusing Hindu Gods, gets smeared with black paint

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Bengaluru-based woman advocate, Meera Raghavendra smeared black paint on the face of a Kannada writer and ‘rationalist’, KS Bhagawan who is known for abusing Hindu Gods.

Two months ago, Meera Raghavendra had filed a petition against KS Bhagawan for hurting religious sentiments. Allegedly, he made a statement against the Hindu religion at a press conference in Mysuru. As the hearing happened at the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) court, he had come to the court for the hearing. Reportedly, KS Bhagawan was granted bail.

When he walked out of the court, Meera smeared his face with ink and was heard telling Bhagawan, “Are you not ashamed to talk about God at this age (in this manner).” She went on to say, “I am ready for everything, even ready to get arrested.”  Following the incident, KS Bhagawan along with his advocate has filed a  complaint at the Halasuru gate police station. Meera also uploaded the video on Twitter which went viral.

https://twitter.com/MeeraRaghavendr/status/1357233534646112259

This is not the first time KS Bhagawan is accused of hurting Hindu religious sentiments. In 2018, KS Bhagawan wrote a book, “Rama Mandira Eke Beda?” (Why there should be no Rama Mandira). This invited criticisms from various sects of people on social media. Recently, the Public Library Book Selection Committee withdrew its recommendation to purchase this book.

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Madurai bench of Madras HC asks Centre to consider printing Netaji image on Indian currency

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On Thursday (February 4), the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court (MHC) asked the Central government to consider printing the image of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on Indian currency. Reportedly, the petition was filed by K.K Ramesh.

The Madurai bench of the MHC saw some unusual public interest litigation petitions such as, to change the name of Tamil Nadu, to announce Lord Murugan as Tamil God, etc. One among them is to print the image of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on the Indian currency. A Division Bench of Justices M.M. Sundresh and S. Ananthi heard these petitions.

While hearing the petition about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Judges said, “The contribution made by Netaji to the nation was unparalleled and one could not ignore his sacrifice.” The judges disposed of the petition filed by K.K. Ramesh of Madurai and they asked the Central government to consider the representation.

Seven years back, the then President of India Pranab Mukherjee had accepted a proposal for imprinting the image of Bose on Indian currency notes. Though the proposal was forwarded to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), it is yet to be carried out. With the year-long 125th birth anniversary celebrations of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose commencing from January 23, residents of Cuttack city have also raised the demand for currency notes featuring Netaji.

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Pastor involved in abduction gets arrested, mob of Christians block road and create ruckus

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A Christian pastor who was held for abducting a lorry driver and extorting money was arrested and was being taken to the magistrate court when about a mob of about 50 Christians blocked the road and created ruckus.

Mohandas, who runs a church in Vyasarpadi was driving his car, when a lorry travelling on the Poonamallee National Highway collided with this car, causing minor damage. Enraged, the pastor had demanded compensation from the lorry driver.

The lorry driver had then spoken to the lorry owner who had offered to pay a compensation of ₹ 30,000 for the damage to the car. But the pastor who refused to accept it took the lorry driver to a car repair shop in Madhavaram, along with a few accomplices. They had then asked for an additional ₹ 30,000 in order for them to release the lorry driver.

The owner of the lorry then registered a complaint with the police about his lorry driver being abducted. Police then rescued the lorry driver Manikandan and arrested pastor Mohandas, his driver and four accomplices, Isaac, Jeeva and Anbu. The four were charged with kidnapping and were being taken to the Poonamallee court, when a mob comprising of more than 50 Christians gathered on the road causing public nuisance. Police force were then brought in to clear them.

(With inputs from Kathir News and Puthiyathalaimurai)

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Pfizer withdraws its application to supply Covid-19 vaccine in India due to competition

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Pfizer, one of the worlds largest Pharma company on Friday (5 February) said it has decided to withdraw its application for Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA) of its COVID-19 vaccine in India.

It must be noted that Pfizer was the first pharmaceutical company to seek clearance for emergency use authorisation from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for its COVID-19 vaccine as it secured such clearance in the UK and Bahrain.

“In pursuance of the Emergency Use Authorisation of its COVID-19 vaccine, Pfizer participated in the Subject Expert Committee meeting of the Drug Regulatory Authority of India on February 3. Based on the deliberations at the meeting and our understanding of additional information that the regulator may need, the company has decided to withdraw its application at this time,” a company spokesperson said in a statement.

Pfizer also stated that it will continue to engage with the Indian authority and resubmit its approval request. In its next attempt, Pfizer will provide additional information said the statement said.

“Pfizer remains committed to making its vaccine available for use by the Government in India and to pursuing the requisite pathway for emergency use authorisation that enables the availability of this vaccine for any future deployment,” the spokesperson said.

Pfizer is one of the most influential pharmaceutical company tried it very bet in its application to the drug regulator in December 2020, and sought permission to import the vaccine in India and at the same time asked for a waiver of clinical trials on Indian population in accordance with the special provisions under the New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019.

The other reason for Pfizer to withdraw its application to supply Covid-19 vaccine was the introduction of the indigenous covax vaccine developed by Bharat Biotech which is cheaper with a high efficacy rate. 

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Madras HC quashes Goondas Act slapped against Karuppar Kootam

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The Madras High Court on Friday (February 6) quashed the Goondas Act slapped against arrested members of the Karuppar Koottam – Surendran and Senthilvasan.

Karuppar Koottam was a YouTube channel run by a group of ‘Periyarists’, Communist ideologues and DMK sympathizers. They had indulged in targeted attacks against Hindus posting videos abusing Hindu Gods, Hindus and Brahmins for a long time under the garb of ‘rationalism’.

On July 15, 2020  one Senthilvasan Muthusamy was arrested by the Central Crime Branch after cases were registered from different quarters for their vile and abusive video on Hindu God Murugan.

Nathikan alias Surendar Natarajan of Karuppar Koottam had surrendered at the Ariyankuppam police station in Puducherry on July 16 and was charged under the Goondas Act.

Krithika, the wife of Nathikan, and Senthilvasan had filed a petition seeking that the Goondas Act be repealed. In her petition, Kritika stated that her husband’s arrest amounted to violation of his freedom of expression and ‘against the principles of natural justice’. She had also stated that slapping Goondas Act against her husband was politically motivated. She also argued that the both her husband and Senthil were ‘fighting superstition’ and spreading ‘education’ and ‘awareness’

The Crime Branch which had argued that there are no provisions in the Goondas Act that states that it can be slapped only where the accused is booked under more than one case, the court rejected this argument. The bench comprising Justices BN Prakash and V Sivagnanam, which ruled in the case on Friday, dismissed the petition on the ground that there was a delay in issuing the arrest warrant.

It is alleged that Karuppar Koottam enjoyed the patronage of DMK. Evidences which emerged during the controversy clearly establishes the close relationship shared by Karuppar Koottam and the DMK. Surendar Natarajan, the host of the show ‘Aabasa Puranam’ had campaigned for the DMK in the last General Elections in 2019. Senthilvasan had gone on a luncheon with DMK IT wing head and Madurai Central MLA Palanivel Thiagarajan.

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MPs must be role models for other public representatives: Vice President

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Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu on Friday (February 5) called upon the people’s representatives and governments to ensure that the development reaches the people without any delay, dilution or diversion. He also wanted the MPs to shun populism and guide the people on their developmental needs.

Speaking at a virtual event after releasing the book titled “Parliamentary Messenger in Rajasthan”, the Vice President also urged parliamentarians to use MPLADS funds for Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojna to develop villages as model villages. The book is written by Dr K.N. Bhandari and focuses on the health and education initiatives undertaken through the MPLAD Scheme on the recommendation of Dr Abhishek Singhvi in Rajasthan over 12 years from 2006 to 2018.

Noting that MPLAD Scheme aims at empowering people’s representatives by enabling them to serve their constituents, Shri Naidu said that since its inception in 1993, over 19 crore and 47 thousand works have been completed and the scheme has helped in creating assets across the country.

Referring to some shortcomings mentioned in monitoring reports on the implementation of the scheme, the Vice President also drew attention to several positives of the scheme such as high degree of involvement of local communities in the identification of works.

He expressed his happiness over the Government’s decision to put in place third party monitoring of MPLADS works for their execution in a transparent manner. “I am sure that third party monitoring mechanism coupled with the wisdom and experience of MPs would help streamline the processes for creation of assets through the scheme”, he added.

The Vice President also mentioned several suggestions made by the parliamentary committees to further improve the scheme such as the timely release and proper utilization of funds, a mechanism to monitor the quality of works/projects and their timely completion and the need for effective coordination between MPs and administrative authorities.

The Vice President also called upon the state governments and local administration to ensure timely execution of MPLADS projects by following the recommendations of the MPs in letter and spirit.

Observing that the level of debates in the House and image of the politicians in people’s eyes are going down, the Vice President wanted the MPs to uphold dignity and decency and do their duty sincerely. “Members of Parliament must be role models for other public representatives”, he said.

Praising Dr Abhishek Singhvi for his work as a lawyer and a parliamentarian, the Vice President mentioned his many a contributions, including as the Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Law & Justice many years ago. He said that the book illustrates the power of doing public good through sound, targeted and efficient use of MPLAD funds and hoped that it will serve as a guide for all stakeholders involved in the developmental work under MPLADS.

The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh, Union Minister Thawarchand Gehlot, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad, Dr Abhishek Singhvi and other MPs participated in the virtual event.

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Kerala: Hindu Aikyavedi leader arrested for calling boycott of Halal products

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The ruling Communist government in Kerala arrested R.V. Babu, General Secretary of Hindu Aikya Vedi, who had called for a boycott of Halal products.

The Kerala Police arrested the Hindu Aikya Vedi leader from his workplace who had earlier posted a video on social media where he explained how Halal impacts the economy.

Babu has been arrested under non-bailable sections citing that his post ‘could lead to communal tensions’. The Hindu Aikyavedi has now called for state-wide protests condemning the arrest of RV Babu.

BJP Kerala President K. Surendran condemned the arrest and said that the Pinarayi Vijayan Government was resorting to pleasing Muslim extremists. He said that Hindus would not be cowed down by  Left government’s attempts to .

Earlier, five Hindu Aikyavedi activists were arrested for asking a bakery owner to remove the halal certificate. The organization has been protesting against the Halal system stating that it is discriminatory against non-Muslims leading to the monopoly of Muslims in certain businesses.

(With inputs from Organiser)

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Madras HC warns notorious Christian pastor for spewing venom against Hindu religion, pastor expresses ‘regret’

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On Friday, the Madras High Court came down heavy and issued a warning to Christian pastor Mohan C Lazarus for making reckless statements against Hindus and Hindu religion.

The Court while quashing the FIRs filed against the rabid evangelist pastor said that spewing venom against another religious faith and developing hatred among the followers of a particular religion against another defies the very purpose of religion.

The court observed that religious leaders must realize their responsibilities and be watchful while propagating their religion. It said that reckless statements made by such persons would only sow the seeds of hatred across people of different religions.

“The whole object of religion is to enable humans to evolve themselves into better beings….Unfortunately, in many instances, people get blindly attached to their religious beliefs and tend to make demeaning statements against other religions. They do not realise that spirituality is not a medium through which each religion competes with each other to show its superiority over the other,” Justice N Anand Venkatesh observed, as per the report by Bar and Bench.

Justice Venkatesh also said that the whole object of religion is to enable humans to evolve themselves into better beings.

Mohan Lazarus in an affidavit filed earlier this week had ‘expressed deep regrets and sincere remorse’ for his remarks. He had stated in his affidavit that ‘it was not his intention to hurt to defy either the sacred places of Hindus or their Gods or any other faith’ adding that he felt remorse that ‘his words had led to such kind of impressions among the Hindus’.

“I assure that I would take adequate care so as to avoid such occurrences in future.” he had stated in his affidavit.

The Court in its observation noted that Indian Secularism is not one that is anti-religious but one that gives equal freedom of conscience and religion to all its citizens.

Mohan C Lazarus is a problematic Christian evangelist who runs the missionary organization, Jesus Redeems, which receives funding from abroad through FCRA. He is known for his hate speech against Hindus. controversy by claiming that prostitution is rampant in temples. Mohan C Lazarus also said that Satan’s grip is tight only in Tamil Nadu as it is the state with the highest number of temples in India.

FIRs were filed against Mohan C Lazarus under Sections 153A (promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion etc.), 295A (deliberate and malicious acts, intended to outrage religious feelings) and 505 (public mischief) of the Indian Penal Code.

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TN Govt announces ₹12,110 crore farm loan waiver, DMK loses one more ball

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Friday (February 5) announced waived of farm loans worth ₹12,110 crore that were availed by 16.43 lakh farmers. These loans were taken by farmers from cooperative banks.

Announcing the move in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, CM Palaniswami said that the waiver would come into immediate effect and the required finances would be arranged and allocated by the government.

He said that the decision was taken as farmers suffered huge losses due to two cyclones – Nigar and Burevi – and the COVID19 pandemic.

It is to be noted that this move of the AIADMK government comes ahead of the Assembly polls.

DMK on its side is trying to take credit for CM Palaniswami’s move. In a tweet, Lok Sabha MP from Thoothukudi and the DMK Women’s Wing Secretary Kanimozhi ‘thanked’ CM Palaniswami for ‘fulfilling MK Stalin’s demand’.

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Munawar Faruqui, who insulted Hindu deities, gets bail from Supreme Court

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Serial abuser of Hindu culture and deities, stand-up comic Munawar Faruqui has been granted interim bail today by the Supreme Court today (5 February).

Also, the apex court has told the Madhya Pradesh government and put on hold a warrant against him in Uttar Pradesh.

Issuing notice to Madhya Pradesh on the comedian’s request that the FIR (First Information Report) against him be cancelled, the Supreme Court agreed with his lawyer that procedure was not followed because Munawar Faruqui’s lawyer has successfully argued that “a person cannot be arrested without a magistrate’s order or a warrant, which is stated in Section 41 of the Criminal code.”

Faruqui has been in jail for over a month after videos emerged wherein he could be seen and heard “insulting Hindu Gods and Goddesses” during a show.

After his arrest, many left-liberals came out to support him and called his arrest an attack on freedom of speech and expression. 

Munawar Faruqui had been denied bail thrice before and the Madhya Pradesh High Court refused to grant him bail on January 28.

Immediately after the verdict was given, Swati Goel Sharma who is a journalist with Swarajya Magazine, tweeted, “Only one of the five arrested men have been able to move Supreme Court for bail and that man is Munawar Faruqui.”

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