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Kerala CPM MP John Brittas Insults Sengol, Calls Hindu Seers “Powerless Clowns”, Annamalai Schools Him

In yet another instance of Communists exhibiting their pathological hatred towards Hinduism and Indian culture, CPI-M Rajya Sabha MP from Kerala John Brittas insulted the historic Sengol and called Hindu sanyasis as “powerless clowns”.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave South, the Christian MP said that he was “ashamed of what happened during the Parliament inauguration”.

“Sardar Patel.. he did away with all this Sengol, Simhasan (throne), crown, powerless clowns, powerless jyotishts (astrologers). All this have been brought back to Indian politics after 75 years. Is that what the country wants now? Do you think the southern people will cave into all these tamashas which is played put there? Never! The Tamil Nadu people are intelligent enough to see through this game. Sengol is not going to work. If the government of India had invited the panchayat presidents of this country for the inauguration of the Parliament, I would’ve appreciated that.”, John Brittas said.

The Christian MP also took to spew venom against the Hindu Adheenams saying “What do these Sanyasis have to do with the Parliament? Are they representatives of India? Have they ever voted in an election? What nonsense is happening in this country? Do you think people of South will stomach all this humbug that is being doled out? No! Never!”

Responding to the rant of the Communist Christian MP, BJP Tamil Nadu President gave a stinging rebuttal that the culture of Sengol has been in existence in the Indian land and has been mentioned in Sangam literature even before the birth of Islam or Christianity.

“Thiruvalluvar, again 2000 years back, writes 10 Thirukkural in the Adhigaram (chapter) called Sengonmai (justice) for Sengol. Very unfortunate that very eminent leaders like John ji, they try to equate cultural renaissance to BJP which in a way I am very proud of it because it is simply because after 1947, they’ve removed the soul of India, they’ve removed the soul of culture from the politics and now when the soul is being brought back I think they have a problem.”, Annamalai responded.

The Tamil Nadu BJP head also pointed out how during elections, the Congress and Communists do tactical adjustments without principles to oppose the BJP.

The Communist MP had also criticized the Modi-led BJP government of discriminating southern states which have better socio-economic indicators than the Hindi heartland, saying that 18 percent of India’s population contribute to 35% of the GDP but get nothing in return. Schooling the Communist leader, Annamalai noted that southern states had a headstart as they had better social indicators even before independence. He also drew attention to Nehru’s freight equalization policy that allowed states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra to set up industries and grow.

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On World Environment Day, Cauvery Calling To Kickstart Planting 1.1 crore Tress in Tamil Nadu

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Cauvery Calling Movement will kick start the mammoth task of planting 1.1 crore trees this year across Tamilnadu. The movement will plant 1.6 lakh saplings on the land of about 140 farmers on the day. In a stupendous response to the initiative, various prominent people including MLAs, Mayors, Social Activists, Students, and the general public are expected to volunteer at these events. Additionally, cycle rallies, marathons, and processions with placards will raise public awareness about the benefits of tree-based agriculture. 

Cauvery Calling Movement was launched by Sadhguru in 2019 to rejuvenate the Cauvery River and to improve the economy of the farmers who depend on it. It aims to plant 242 crore trees in the agricultural lands in the Cauvery basin areas of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Farmers have so far planted 4.4 crore trees in their lands through this visionary initiative. Significantly, last year the movement achieved a stupendous milestone of planting 1 cr trees. 

The sapling planting ceremonies will be held on June 4th and 5th in 36 districts including Pudukottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Cuddalore, Ariyalur, Dharmapuri, Salem, Namakkal, Karur, Coimbatore, Tirupur, Madurai, Dindigul, Theni, Virudhunagar, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli of Tamilnadu and Pondicherry. Farmers will plant valuable timber trees, teak, red sandalwood, sandalwood, banyan, neem, mahogany, and rosewood which apart from improving the environment will meet their economic needs. 

Cauvery Calling volunteers have been continuously reaching out to the farmers encouraging them to adopt tree-based agriculture. They are further providing them assistance in selecting trees that suit their soil, conducting training sessions, etc in facilitating seamless adoption of the method. The movement also plants lakhs of saplings on memorials and birthdays of Nammazhwar, Nel Jayaraman, and Maram Thangaswamy. All three of them have supported and mentored the various environmental works of Isha from the beginning.

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Odisha Train Accident: How 3 Trains Collided Back-To-Back Within Minutes

A devastating train accident occurred in Balasore, Odisha, resulting in the loss of at least 238 lives and leaving over 650 people injured.

The incident occurred when the Coromandel Shalimar Express, a passenger train, derailed and collided with a goods train. Shortly after, the Yesvantpur-Howrah Superfast train crashed into the derailed coaches.

The death toll is expected to rise as many individuals are still believed to be trapped in the wreckage.

The collision occurred during the evening hours when a significant number of passengers were asleep.

The Coromandel Shalimar Express, en route to Chennai, derailed and struck a goods train, causing multiple coaches to overturn.

The Yesvantpur-Howrah Superfast train then collided with the derailed coaches. Both trains were traveling at high speeds during the collisions.

The tragic sequence of events unfolded within minutes, between 6:50 pm and 7:10 pm, according to eyewitnesses and officials.

The Indian Railways have initiated an investigation into the incident to determine any potential operational failures.

Rescue efforts persisted throughout the night as rescue workers and locals worked tirelessly to extract survivors and retrieve bodies from the severely damaged wreckage.

Disturbing visuals from the crash site depicted demolished train coaches with torn openings and twisted railway tracks.

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Hindu Munnani Tries To Prevent DMK Min Who Insulted Hindu Tradition From Participating In Temple Festival

Tensions rose at the Vaikasi Visakam festival at Velimalai Murugan Temple near Thakkalai in Kanyakumari district after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and members of Hindu organisation objected to the participation of DMK minister Mano Thangaraj, who is Christian and had recently mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi doing Sashtanga Namaskaram.

Following the protest, 63 individuals, including M.R. Gandhi, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (M.L.A.), were subsequently arrested. The event, which was presided over by the District Collector, had left the local community in disappointment.

The Velimalai Murugan Temple is situated in Kumarakovil in Kanya Kumari district. Yesterday, the temple, which falls under the administration of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, witnessed the grand procession of the Vaikasi Visakam festival. Lord Murugan, accompanied by Valli and Devasena, participated in one Charriot, while Lord Vinayaka joined another. The procession was inaugurated by Ministers Anitha Radhakrishnan and Mano Thangaraj.

During the event, however, members of the BJP and Hindu organisations protested the participation of DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj, a converted Christian. Several Hindu leaders gathered near the temple, including M.R. Gandhi, MLA and district leader of the BJP, Dharmaraj, leader of the Hindu Makkal Katchi, Arjun Sampath, leader of the Hindu Munani, and Misa Solomon, representative of the Kottai Purappadalar.

The Thakkalai Hindu Munnani had already filed a complaint with the sub-collector’s office protesting Minister Mano Thangaraj’s participation as a sign of protest as he frequently mocked Hindu faith in the past.

As Hindu leaders gathered in front of the chariot, DMK cadres and supporters of DMK Ministers Mano Thangaraj and Anitha Radhakrishnan flocked to the scene, creating a tense atmosphere.

Later, police officers led by Kumbakonam district SP Hariharan and Tenkasi SP Krishnaraj arrested 63 people, including M.R. Gandhi, MLA, and Arjun Sampath.

Earlier, the chariot festival at Kanyakumari Bhagavathy Amman Temple commenced at 7 AM, preceding the procession at Kumaragiri Murugan Temple. Ministers Anitha Radhakrishnan and Mano Thangaraj inaugurated this event as well. Members of the BJP and Hindu organisations also expressed their opposition to DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj’s participation at Bhagavathy Amman Temple.

However, Hindu Munnani state spokesperson said on Twitter that the chariot procession was held with public support and without the presence of those named in the notice, including DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj.

Mano Thangaraj, the present Dairy Minister of Tamil Nadu, originates from Kanyakumari district and follows the Christian faith. During his time in college, he served as the student union president at Marthandam Christian College. He entered politics as a member of the DMK and was elected as an MLA in 2016. He secured victory again in the 2021 assembly election and assumed the role of Minister of Information Technology. However, due to his underwhelming performance in that department, he was reassigned to the dairy department during a recent cabinet reshuffle. Mano Thangaraj has been known to make occasional derogatory remarks about Hinduism. He seems to disregard the need to show respect towards the majority religion while practicing his own alternative faith. His tendency to express religious opinions has often landed him in controversies.

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News7 Tamil Anchor Sugitha Mutes ADMK Spokesperson During Debate For Calling Out Her DMK Bias

Sugitha Sarangaraj, News7 Tamil anchor known for her DMK bias, abruptly muted the microphone of an AIADMK spokesperson during debate for criticizing the DMK.

Chief Minister M.K.Stalin has returned to Tamil Nadu after a nine-day official visit to Singapore and Japan. When he returned to Chennai, the Chief Minister announced that he had attracted investments worth ₹3,233 crore. However, Opposition leader Edappadi Palaniswami has criticized the Chief Minister’s foreign tour as a failure and referred to MK Stalin’s official trip as a “happy vacation.”

In this context, on 1 June 2023, News7 Tamil held a debate titled “What is the intention of opposition parties criticizing the Chief Minister’s foreign visit?” The bias of News7 Tamil began with the title, which did not discuss whether the CM’s visit was successful or not, but instead chose a title that casts doubt on opposition parties’ criticism.

As part of the debate, News7 Tamil held a poll with four options, with 3 in favor of DMK: “a. Opposition is doing politics, b. Opposition criticizing for the sake of criticizing, c. Opposition doing for publicity,” The fourth option also avoided criticizing the DMK, instead saying that there is merit in criticizing the opposition. The fourth option stated, “Opposition wanted to highlight flaws.”

AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan while giving his final remarks said, “We must wait and see what the outcome of this foreign trip will be, as companies already present in India have been invited again by CM Stalin. But we see this trip as a vacation of MK Stalin (as said by Edappadi Palanisamy)”

Sugitha Sarangaraj, a DMK supporter disguised as an anchor, couldn’t take the AIADMK spokesperson’s criticism of CM Stalin’s official visit as a vacation trip. She said, “You should not be speaking in public like this. You should be respectful in your criticism. You are free to speak in this manner at your party’s public meeting.”

Hitting back at the DMK bias of the anchor Sugitha, AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan said,”What offensive remarks did I make? How can I make a more dignified criticism? When are you going to stop acting like a DMK spokesperson and start acting like an anchor? I simply stated that these companies already exist in India, so why should CM Stalin travel to Singapore and Japan to bring them here? ”

Sugitha began fumbling and mispronouncing words after being caught on air by the AIADMK spokesperson. She said that people watching the show will decide, and that she has no political bias. Fumbling further, she said that she has been working in the news industry for the past 18 years and that she is saying this in response to his “assassination” attempts on her.

Sugitha then abruptly muted the AIADMK spokesperson’s microphone.

AIADMK Kovai Sathyan responded to the incident on Twitter, saying, “It is my duty to speak out in public about my leader Edappadiyar’s civilized criticism of the CM’s trip as a ‘vacation.’ It is my duty to speak in a public forum about the civilized criticism of my leader Edappadiyar calling the CM’s trip a ‘vacation.’ If a news anchor says that our civilized criticism is disrespectful, it is my responsibility to expose the DMK supporter masquerading as the anchor.”

It is worth noting that News7 Tamil anchor Sugitha Sarangaraj previously worked for DMK-owned Kalaignar and Sun TV before joining News7 Tamil.

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Vidiyal For Red Giant: Udhayanidhi’s Production House Flourishes Under DMK Rule

Tamil Nadu BJP State Secretary SG Suryah has raised concerns over the substantial increase in the number of movies produced by Red Giant Movies, an Indian film production and distribution company led by Udhayanidhi Stalin, who is associated with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party. In a recent tweet, Suryah highlighted the significant surge in film production by Red Giant Movies, pointing out that the company had produced only 41 films from 2008 to 2021. However, within a span of just two years, from 2021 to 2023, they have released 35 films.

From the two parts of Ponniyin Selvan and Kamal Haasan – Lokesh Kanagaraj Vikram to small budget films and films starring himself, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Red Giant has become a monopoly in film distribution business.

This sudden rise in production has attracted attention and speculation, leading to questions about the source of funding for these projects.

Adding to the controversy surrounding Udhayanidhi Stalin and Red Giant Movies, the TN BJP President Annamalai recently released a series of documents titled “DMK  FILES” alleged discrepancies in the assets held by DMK party members. Annamalai specifically targeted Udhayanidhi Stalin, questioning the origin of the assets linked to the production house. He noted that while Udhayanidhi Stalin had established the production house in 2008, it faced several failures until 2011. Annamalai further claimed that the valuation of Red Giant Movies’ assets amounted to ₹ 2,010 crores, raising concerns about the legitimacy of these assets and seeking clarification on their source.

These allegations and counter-allegations have intensified the political atmosphere in Tamil Nadu. The spotlight on Red Giant Movies and Udhayanidhi Stalin’s association with the company adds another layer of scrutiny to the unfolding political drama in the state. As the controversy unfolds, it remains to be seen how Udhayanidhi Stalin and the DMK party will respond to these allegations and provide clarification regarding the assets in question.

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Who Is Rahul Gandhi Meeting At His Three-City Tour In The US?

Close to the heels of former MP Rahul Gandhi making controversial statements about the Muslim League being completely secular at the Press Club in Washington, there is growing debate on who he is meeting with during his trip.
Twitter handle HinduACTion shared a photo of Rahul Gandhi with a well-known liberal based in the US, Sunita Vishwanath, who works for Muslim Jihadi organisations and was the key person behind the Dismantling Global Hindutva “conference”.

Recent revelations have emerged regarding the alleged association of coordinators and organizers linked to radical Islamist fronts with the events scheduled as part of Gandhi’s tour. A tweet thread on this shared by DisinfoLab also became viral and it alleges that certain individuals claiming to be associated with the events are allegedly connected to Pak Jamaat-e-Islami and Muslim Brotherhood-linked fronts.

These organizations have a history of promoting radical ideologies and have been known to engage in activities that are hostile toward India.
One of the coordinators of the event scheduled for June 4 in New York, Tanzeem Ansari, holds a prominent role in the Amir Outreach Committee of the Muslim Community of New Jersey (MCNJ). The MCNJ is led by Pakistan-born Imaam Jawad Ahmed, who also serves as the Project Director of the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA).

The ICNA, known for its radical Islamist leanings, has ties to Pakistan’s Jamaat-e-Islami and has been criticized for its anti-India stance. The organization has been associated with radical and terror groups and has even glorified individuals such as Syed Salahuddin, the chief of Hizbul Mujahideen, who advocates for the separation of Kashmir from India.

Another coordinator, Mohammed Aslam, is a member of the Muslim Center of Greater Princeton (MCGP), which is closely affiliated with ICNA.

It is worth noting that ICNA counts among its members the founder of the banned radical group Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI). Furthermore, ICNA operates under the umbrella of organizations like Justice For All and Helping Hands for Relief and Development (HHRD).
Another self-appointed coordinator, Minhaj Khan, is allegedly linked to the Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC), an anti-India lobbying group. IAMC has been known to target India on issues related to human rights and religious freedom, often sharing fake news to incite communal tensions within the country. IAMC had engaged a US lobby firm to lobby against India in 2013-14, during the tenure of Dr. Manmohan Singh’s government.
The Executive Director of IAMC, Rasheed Ahmed, is also the Executive Director of another Jamaat-affiliated ‘charity’ front known as the Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA). Concerns have been raised about the misuse of funds raised by IMANA, as it has been associated with retired Pakistani Army and Naval officials, as well as terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Hizbul Mujahideen.

Organizations such as IAMC and ICNA exist at the confluence of Jamaat-e-Islami and the Muslim Brotherhood (MB). Members of IMANA have also been involved with MB front organizations like the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA). In 2017, ISNA Canada was implicated by the Canada Revenue Agency for funding the ‘charity’ wing of Hizbul Mujahideen. These organizations continue their anti-India activities regardless of the political party in power, often adapting their narrative to suit the prevailing circumstances.
The emergence of these links raises questions about the associations and ideological alignment of those involved in organizing Rahul Gandhi’s tour events. The revelation has sparked a significant debate and calls for clarification regarding the Congress leader’s stance on radical Islamist groups and his commitment to India’s national interests.

Are these engagements in line with what he spoke at the Press Club, especially with regard to “rights of minorities”?

What is Rahul Gandhi planning? Only time will tell.

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“Muslim” League Completely Secular: Rahul Gandhi

Former Member of Parliament and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is on a three-city tour in the US. As a part of the tour, he engaged in a wide-ranging interaction at the National Press Club in Washington on 1 June 2023. During the session, he addressed various subjects, including opposition unity, religious freedoms in India, concerns of minority communities, and the state of the economy. In a conversation with the interviewer, he made a controversial statement regarding the Muslim League, a Muslim political party in India that played a significant role in the partition of the country along religious lines. Despite its historical implications, Gandhi asserted that the Muslim League was “completely secular.”

When questioned about the Congress party’s alliance with the Muslim League in Kerala, where Gandhi himself served as an MP, he responded, “Muslim League is a completely secular party, there is nothing non-secular about the Muslim League. I think the person has not studied the Muslim League.” This exchange has sparked debate due to the contentious nature of Gandhi’s claim.

It is worth noting the historical background of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), which claims to have been established after India gained independence in 1948. In reality, the IUML is an offshoot of the All India Muslim League (AIML), founded by Mohammad Ali Jinnah, the driving force behind the creation of Pakistan. The AIML advocated for a separate Muslim-majority nation-state, resulting in the partition of British India in 1947. The IUML’s formation was intended to carry forward the legacy of the AIML.

The founder President of the IUML, Muhammad Ismail, actively participated in the partition movement and supported the creation of Pakistan. Interestingly, Ismail, who claimed the IUML was a secular organization, even advocated for the retention of Sharia law for Indian Muslims in the Constituent Assembly after India’s independence.

The IUML has a history of indulging in communal politics and has been implicated in communal incidents in Kerala. For instance, the party was found to be involved in the planning and execution of the Marad massacre in 2003, as confirmed by the report of the Justice Thomas P Joseph Commission, which declared it a “clear communal conspiracy.” In 2017, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered a fresh FIR in connection with the riots and named IUML leaders as accused of funding, conspiring, and carrying out the violence.

Gandhi’s characterization of the Muslim League as “secular” has drawn criticism, especially in contrast to his criticism of the BJP as a “Hindu party” and divisive. The BJP, while advocating for the welfare of Hindus, has emphasized the principle of inclusive development for all citizens. In contrast, Congress has faced accusations of pandering to terrorist organizations for the sake of appeasing its Muslim vote bank. The BJP has taken action against organizations such as the Popular Front of India (PFI), which has been involved in violence against Hindus and had plans to turn India into a Sharia state.

By calling the Muslim League “secular,” despite its history of communal violence and divisive politics, while berating the BJP as divisive, Rahul Gandhi has ignited a debate surrounding his party’s alliances and its stance on secularism. However, he has not provided substantial evidence to support his claim that the BJP generates hatred in society.

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Dravidian Model: Liquor Given As Return Gifts, Video Goes Viral

A shocking incident at a wedding in Puducherry has gained attention after a video went viral on Twitter. Guests attending the ceremony were surprised to receive liquor bottles as return gifts, deviating from the traditional practice of betel leaf packages.

The wedding of Nirmal, a bridegroom from Chennai, and Arathi from Puducherry, took place at the Mahalakshmi Wedding Hall in Puducherry on 28 May 2023. The reception included the distribution of liquor bottles alongside the customary betel leaf packages given to guests.

Typically, betel leaf packages consist of betel nuts, fruits, sweets, books, garlands, or flowers. In the absence of these items, a coconut is often used as a substitute. However, this wedding ceremony broke tradition by including liquor bottles in the betel leaf packages.

The video capturing this incident has now gone viral, prompting discussions and justifications. Some claim that since people from Chennai frequently visit Puducherry, where alcohol is readily available, liquor as part of the festivities is seen as a form of entertainment. However, friends of the bride have clarified that this was not the intention. While some netizens speculated that the couple may not have many friends or relatives attending, the act of providing liquor bottles at a public wedding ceremony has been criticized by many.

This incident has brought attention to the increased revenue generated by the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC), which saw a significant leap from ₹ 36,056 crores in 2021 to ₹ 44,098 crores in 2022. It is expected that TASMAC’s revenue will further increase by 25%, filling the coffers of liquor manufacturing companies linked to DMK Ministers.

Critics argue that this incident reflects the Dravidian model’s emphasis on normalizing alcohol consumption, potentially leading to social problems. The DMK government, in a white paper released shortly after assuming office, revealed that the state government’s debt burden reached ₹ 5,70,189 crore during 2021-22, translating to a debt burden of ₹ 2,63,976 per family. By the end of 2023-24, the debt burden is projected to increase to ₹ 7,26,028 crores, with each family shouldering a debt of ₹ 3.30 lakh.

With the Tamil Nadu government depending on TASMAC to alleviate the state’s debt burden, concerns are raised about the potential impact on the future and development of the state’s young population.

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Madras High Court Allows Plea Urging Formation Of SIT To Investigate Misuse Of Temple Funds In Tamil Nadu

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In a significant development concerning the management of temples in Tamil Nadu, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed at the Madras High Court by Advocate B. Jagannath, a practicing advocate in the Madras High Court representing the petitioner has urged the court to establish a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into allegations of misappropriation of temple funds by officials from the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR & CE) Department without proper authorization and adherence to legal procedures.

Advocate P. Jeganathan, renowned for his expertise in temple and endowment cases, presented detailed arguments shedding light on the irregularities in temple fund management.

During the proceedings, Senior Advocate Shri. Ravi Seshadri, representing the petitioner’s counsel R. Kannan, presented extensive arguments highlighting the irregularities and financial misappropriation concerning temple funds. The court took note of these submissions, and after consultation with the First Bench, the Senior Advocate agreed to include the HR & CE Department as respondents and served the necessary papers to Arun Natrajan, Special Government Pleader for the HR & CE Department. The petitioner was granted permission to file a request with the registry to have the matter heard before a Special Bench of the RMDJ & PDAJ. The next hearing is scheduled for July 6th, 2023.

It is worth mentioning that Advocate Jeganathan previously succeeded in establishing the Anti-Terror Squad in Tamil Nadu through his public interest litigation.

This development marks a significant step towards addressing the concerns surrounding the management of temple funds and ensuring transparency and accountability in their usage.

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