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United News of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Bangladesh Jamaat e Islami hopes EC will restore its party logo after political re-instatement
Dhaka, June 2 (UNI) The Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI), following its re-registration as a political party after a court ruling, has expressed hope that the Election Commission will restore its official political logo, the Scale, said the party's Assistant Secretary General and former lawmaker AHM Hamidur Rahman Azad. On Sunday, the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, overturned a High Court judgement from 2013 that had declared Jamaat-e-Islami's registration as a political party illegal. On Monday, senior BJI members went to meet the Election Commission. "The court has already delivered a verdict, and the Election Commission is also positive," Hamidur told reporters, after his meeting with the Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin at the EC headquarters in Dhaka today, the Daily Star reported. "The order has directed a return to the previous state. I contested in the 2008 ninth parliamentary election with the scales symbol and was elected as a Member of Parliament,' said the BJI leader. "The High Court's order that invalidated our registration and symbol has now been cancelled by the Supreme Court. So, there's no reason for the Election Commission to deny us the symbol or the registration now. The commission has not said otherwise, nor can they, as it would be against the court order," he added. The Supreme Court verdict had also instructed the Election Commission to restore the Jamaat's political licence and its electoral symbol. Asked whether the party's symbol was discussed, the Jamaat leader said "The court order stated that things should be restored to their previous state. I was elected in 2008 with the 'scales' symbol. 'Since the 'unjust' High Court order has been struck down, and that order included the removal of our symbol, the Election Commission now has no grounds to deny its restoration. They haven't indicated that they would, nor can they defy a court directive." In response to a question on the 'scales' not appearing in the EC's current list of 19 electoral symbols, Azad argued, "Before the 2013 High Court order, the symbol was on the list and our party was registered. Reinstating the previous state means restoring both. The rest is procedural." The hardline Islamic party was banned as a political outfit by the High Court in 2013 for its support to the Razakars of the Pakistan Army in the Bengali genocide of 1971, and its opposition to the independence of Bangladesh. The ruling was later supported by the Supreme Court, which revoked the group's political logo from being used as an electoral symbol in 2016. Additionally, the EC removed the 'scales' from its official list in 2018. Its reinstatement remains a controversial issue, as the group, while enjoying strong support from Islamic clerics, has been condemned by the public for its hardline stance, trying to promote religious conservatism and moving the country to a theocratic Islamic state. UNI ANV RN
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
"Feel happy, delighted," says film producer Gudur Narayana Reddy as Telangana government announced three Gaddar Awards for 'Razakar'
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 29 (ANI): 'Razakar' film producer Gudur Narayana Reddy expressed happiness after the Telangana state government announced three Gaddar Awards for his film. Speaking to ANI, Gudur Narayana Reddy said, 'I feel happy and delighted, because this movie Razakar has won three awards from the state, one for the Best Historical film, the other for the best music director, and the third one is the best Makeup man. I'm really happy with my first debut movie. If I could earn this, it would be a real encouragement, and I thank and appreciate for getting this encouragement from the state government.' 'Razakar' is a Telugu historical action drama film written and directed by Yata Satyanarayana. It is based on the events leading up to Operation Polo in the former Princely State of Hyderabad. In September 1948, Hyderabad was annexed by India through a military operation code-named Operation Polo, which was dubbed a 'police action'. As per the press release, the film provides a gripping narrative of the genocide undertaken by the Razakars, a paramilitary group loyal to the Nizam of Hyderabad, which committed mass murders and spread terror among the populace. This dark chapter prompted Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the then Home Minister, to initiate swift actions that culminated in the historic Operation Polo, leading to Hyderabad's annexation into the Indian Union. 'Razakar' also explores the political manoeuvres of Hyderabad's last Nizam, Osman Ali Khan, and his attempts to maintain independence, providing a comprehensive view of a pivotal moment in Indian history. The film stars 'Jigarthanda' actor Bobby Simha, 'Swades' fame Makarand Deshpande, Raj Arjun, and Vedika in pivotal roles. (ANI)
The Hindu
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Razakar wins big at Dada Saheb Phalke film festival
HYDERABAD 'Razakar (Silent Genocide of Hyderabad)', a film produced by Gudur Narayana Reddy, bagged two awards at the 15th Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival held in New Delhi on Thursday (May 1). The film won awards for Best Debut Director and Best Cinematography, recognising its stark portrayal of Operation Polo and the annexation of the princely state of Hyderabad into the Indian Union in 1948. Directed by Yata Satyanarayana, the film revisits the events leading to the integration of Hyderabad under the leadership of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, following a military intervention against the Razakars, the Nizam's private militia.
Hans India
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Cong, BRS will hand over Hyd'bad, TG to Majlis; fumes Kishan Reddy
Hyderabad: Union Minister and Telangana BJP chief G Kishan Reddy continued the party's tirade against Congress and BRS, stating that these parties have allied to hand over Hyderabad and, subsequently, Telangana to the Majlis. Addressing the media on Monday, he said, that Hyderabad appears to have been handed over to the Majlis party and suggested that the Congress and BRS will not hesitate to surrender control of Telangana in the future. 'During BRS rule, MIM leaders would visit Pragathi Bhavan with significant security. Now, under Congress' leadership, they are visiting Congress leaders' homes with the same level of protection. Both Congress and BRS are acting as pawns for the Majlis party.' He urged the people of Telangana, who have suffered from various forms of oppression during the Nizam's rule and the Razakar's tyranny, to remain vigilant and ensure they do not become subjugated by the Majlis again. 'We urge the public to recognise, understand, and expose the true nature of the Congress, BRS, and MIM parties.' Kishan Reddy said it is now clear that only the BJP and the Majlis parties have fielded candidates in these elections. The ruling Congress party and the BRS, which serves as the primary opposition in the Legislative Assembly, are supporting the Majlis party instead of contesting in the Legislative Council elections, which only benefits the Majlis.' He alleged that the BRS is threatening its own corporators to prevent them from exercising their right to vote, thereby undermining the voting rights of the people who elected them. Kishan Reddy criticised the BRS and Congress for fielding candidates to divide the anti-Majlis vote, enabling the MIM to continue winning. He questioned how both parties could claim to be secular while collaborating with the Majlis, known for its religious agenda, which is tied to the legacy of the Razakars in Hyderabad. This raises questions about Rahul Gandhi's claims of secularism. The Majlis party has a history linked to the Razakars, who were responsible for the deaths of thousands of poor individuals, farmers, and labourers in Telangana due to religious fanaticism. 'Isn't it true that the Majlis party was involved in the massacre of 400 people in Teegalukunda to unseat Chief Minister Chenna Reddy? Former cabinet member Sarojini Pullareddy affirmed that the Majlis party was responsible for the deaths of 400 Dalits due to religious extremism,' he asked. The BJP state chief accused the BRS and Congress of compromising their integrity for political gain by siding with the Majlis party. He emphasized that the people of Hyderabad have already expressed their disapproval of the Majlis in past elections. 'By threatening corporators and preventing them from voting, the BRS is disrespecting the will of the people of Greater Hyderabad. Those opposing the Majlis' attacks on Hindu deities and festivals, and who are concerned about threats to Indians, should question their support for a party that has made alarming statements regarding our nation's situation. The BRS and Congress owe explanations to the people of Telangana.' Targeting the BRS, he asked, 'Why is the party leadership pressuring their corporators not to vote? Does this indicate a lack of trust in their own members?' As the Hyderabad local body elections approach, he highlighted that BJP corporators, ex-officio members of Parliament, Legislative Council members, and MLAs have gathered. 'Our BJP candidate, Gautam Rao, has already met with voters and engaged democratically with supporters of other parties to seek their backing,' he concluded.
The Hindu
21-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
BJP questions ‘secular stance' of Congress, BRS in supporting MIM in MLC poll
Telangana BJP president and Union Minister of Coal & Mines G. Kishan Reddy, on Monday, questioned the secular stance of Congress and BRS parties after having aligned with, what he called, 'communal and Razakar' Majlis party for the local bodies MLC election. 'How can they call themselves secular parties by supporting a party which espouses the cause of the Razakars responsible for atrocities against the Telangana people during the erstwhile Nizam's rule?,' he asked, at a press conference held at the State office. The BJP chief also accused the BRS of warning its corporators to stay away from the poll and wondered why the party, despite having the largest number of voters, did not put up any candidate and why it did not trust its own local elected representatives. 'The MIM had opposed the separate State agitation as well as the formation of Telangana, so how can the BRS party support it? Why don't the party publicly declare its preference?,' questioned Mr. Reddy. He alleged that the MIM had a hand in the communal riots in the previous years and its leaders have been ridiculing the customs and traditions of the majority community. 'The Congress and BRS parties had handed over Hyderabad to the Majlis and soon they will hand over the entire Telangana also. They have become puppets and are genuflecting before MIM leader and MP Asaduddin Owaisi exposing their true face. Mr. Owaisi himself is now conveniently riding his bullet to Congress leaders' houses after doing the same to the Pragati Bhavan during the BRS regime,' he claimed. Earlier, he held a meeting of party corporators, ex-officio members, MLAs and MPs to discuss the strategy for the poll. Later, Rajya Sabha MP and national OBC chairman K. Laxman, in a video message, said that ganging up of Congress and BRS parties for the MLC election is yet another indication of the BJP gaining ascendancy in the State. The BRS declaring not to participate in the voting is regrettable and goes against the Constitutional norms. He expressed confidence that the party candidate Gautam Rao will win the election. Malakjgiri MP Eatala Rajender, in a separate press meet, appealed to the corporators to 'vote as per their conscience' and claimed that electing the BJP candidate will save the capital region from bomb blasts. BJP vice-president and former MLA N.V.S.S. Prabhakar urged the Majlis corporators to 'teach a lesson' to their party leadership for having ignored the welfare of poor Muslims for their selfish political ambitions.
