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Patel's alarm, Nehru's 'dismissal': The origins of the National Herald storm
New Delhi, April 17: A series of letters exchanged between Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Jawaharlal Nehru in May 1950, as documented in the book Sardar Patel’s Correspondence, suggest that Patel expressed concerns to Nehru regarding the use of the ‘National Herald’ for fundraising purposes. These letters indicate that Patel cautioned Nehru about “the potential misuse of government influence in financial dealings” and advised against accepting contributions from “questionable” sources.
After six decades, Congress to hold national convention in Gujarat
Ahmedabad, April 7: After a gap of more than six decades, the Indian National Congress is set to host its national convention in Ahmedabad on April 8 and 9. This significant return marks the first time since 1961 that the party's top decision-making body, the All India Congress Committee (AICC), will meet in Gujarat -- a state with deep historical ties to the party and India's freedom struggle.
Remarkable growth of BJP in Gujarat reshaped Indian politics
Ahmedabad, April 6: Often considered the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) strongest bastion, Gujarat has played a crucial role in shaping the party’s national identity. From a state where Congress once dominated unchallenged to becoming a saffron stronghold, the political transformation of the state is a story of strategic maneuvering, strong leadership, and a deep connect with the electorate.
London: Pro-Khalistan extremists disrupt screening of Emergency in Harrow cinema
London, January 20: A group of pro-Khalistan extremists stormed a cinema in the London town of Harrow and attempted to stop the screening of the Kangana Ranaut starrer film "Emergency," the social movement of British Hindus and Indians, Insight UK, stated on Monday.
Kangana delivers a Tour de Force in 'Emergency': A masterful blend of power, politics and emotion
D: irected by: Kangana Ranaut, Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhry, Milind Soman and Satish Kaushik, Duration: 2h 28m, Rating: 4.5 stars.
EaseMyTrip promoter Nishant Pitti joins Kangana Ranaut, CM Fadnavis for 'Emergency' screening
Mumbai, January 16: EaseMyTrip promoter Nishant Pitti attended a special screening of Kangana Ranaut's upcoming film 'Emergency' on Thursday, along with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
Nitin Gadkari attends special screening of 'Emergency' film with Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher
Nagpur, January 12: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday attended a special screening of Kangana Ranaut and Anupam Kher's film 'Emergency' in Nagpur.