Indian independence movement
PM Modi Highlights Vande Mataram's Role in India's Freedom Struggle During 150th Anniversary Commemoration
Dec 08, 2025 04:34 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the parliamentary discussion commemorating the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram, emphasizing the national song's crucial role as a "sacred war cry" during India's independence movement. During his speech, a linguistic correction regarding how to address composer Bankim Chandra Chatterjee highlighted cultural sensitivities while PM Modi detailed how the British authorities banned the powerful anthem that became instrumental in India's freedom struggle.
The 150-Year Legacy of 'Vande Mataram': India's National Song and Its Complex History
Nov 12, 2025 06:47 pm CST
Exploring the 150-year journey of India's national song 'Vande Mataram' from its composition by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875 to its controversial status today. This article examines its role in the freedom struggle, various musical interpretations, and the ongoing debate about religious sensitivities that has shaped its adoption and celebration across different political eras.
150 Years of Vande Mataram: When Rabindranath Tagore First Sang India's National Song in 1896
Nov 07, 2025 01:26 pm CST
As India prepares to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram in 2025, we look back at the historic moment when Rabindranath Tagore first performed the national song at the 1896 Calcutta Congress Session. This anthem, written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, became a powerful symbol of resistance during India's freedom struggle and continues to represent the nation's collective spirit and cultural heritage.
Delhi Schools to Include RSS in New Rashtriya Niti Curriculum Alongside Freedom Fighters
Oct 01, 2025 02:04 am CST
Delhi government schools are implementing a new Rashtriya Niti curriculum that will teach students about the RSS alongside traditional freedom fighters. The program includes lessons on figures like Veer Savarkar and Sardar Patel, aiming to provide a broader perspective on India's independence movement beyond Gandhi and Nehru. The curriculum coincides with RSS's upcoming centenary in 2025, which PM Modi has described as an "inspiring journey."