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Rajinikanth turns 70: PM Modi, O Panneerselvam, Chiranjeevi wish Tamil superstar

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Tamil superstar Rajinikanth turned a year older today. On the occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday greetings to the aspiring politician, wishing him long and healthy.

Taking to Twitter, PM Modi wrote- Dear Rajinikanthji! wishing you Happy Birthday. May you lead a long and healthy life, he wished the veteran actor on his 70th birthday.

Last week, Rajinikanth took his much-awaited political plunge, when he announced the launch of a long-anticipated political party ahead of the Tamil Nadu election in 2021. Hence, his birthday brings a whole new ring of excitement to not only his movie fans, but also to his political supporters.

Since morning, the hashtag #HBDSuperstarRajinikanth began trending as the fans took social media by storm. The fans sporting T-shirts with his photo imprinted, holding banners have also gathered outside his residence in Chennai.

Besides them, many celebrities across the political and cinema industry have also wished the superstar on his momentous day. Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister O Panneerselvam wished Rajinikanth with a tweet in Tamil, while ace musician A R Rahman unveiled a common display picture on behalf of the superstar’s fans on Twitter.

Megastar Chiranjeevi also wrote a heartfelt note on Rajinikanth’s birthday, wishing him all success in his political endeavors. He heaped praises on the veteran actor saying that through his unique style, he will also tread his path to serve millions of people.

Many other celebrities, including Shatrughan Sinha, Mohanlal, Nayanthara, Keerthy Suresh, Nayanthara, among others have also taken to social media to wish Rajinikanth.

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Meanwhile, on the film front, the veteran actor will next be seen in Annaatthe directed by Siruthai Siva directorial. The movie is said to be a rural drama and stars four female actors such as Keerthy Suresh, Khushbu Sundar, Nayanthara and Meena. The film also has Prakash, Soori and Sathish in the prominent roles.

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ED issues fresh summons to Lalu Prasad Yadav in land-for-jobs case

The ED has summoned RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav for questioning on March 19 in the land-for-jobs case. His family members have also been called for interrogation.

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued fresh summons to Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in connection with the land-for-jobs money laundering case. According to official sources, the 76-year-old leader has been asked to appear before the agency in Patna on March 19.

The investigation agency has also summoned some of his family members for questioning in the same case. Their statements are to be recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), sources said.

Family members named in chargesheet

Despite the summons, sources indicate that Lalu Prasad and his family members are unlikely to appear before the ED.

Last year, the ED had filed a chargesheet in a Delhi court, naming several members of Lalu Prasad’s family, including his wife, former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi, and their daughters, Misa Bharti and Hema Yadav, as accused in the case. Others were also named in the chargesheet.

The land-for-jobs scam pertains to allegations that land parcels were taken as bribes in exchange for employment in the Indian Railways when Lalu Prasad Yadav served as Railway Minister. The ED has been investigating the money laundering aspect of the case.

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Devendra Fadnavis says he will protect Aurangzeb’s grave, but won’t allow its glorification

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis says Aurangzeb’s grave will be protected under ASI rules but warns against glorification.

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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has asserted that while the state government will protect Aurangzeb’s grave in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, it will not permit any glorification of the Mughal ruler. His remarks came in response to demands from fringe outfits calling for the removal of the protected site.

Fadnavis takes a firm stance

Speaking in the state legislative assembly, Mr. Fadnavis stated, “We will protect Aurangzeb’s grave but not allow his or the site’s glorification. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s temple will be glorified, not Aurangzeb’s grave.”

Aurangzeb is remembered in Maharashtra for his prolonged conflicts with the Marathas. His forces captured and executed Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s son, Sambhaji. The CM acknowledged the historical sensitivities surrounding the issue, adding that although the site is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the state would not allow any attempts to celebrate Aurangzeb.

“It is unfortunate that we have to protect Aurangzeb’s tomb, but since it was declared a protected site by ASI 50 years ago, it is our responsibility. However, glorification of Aurangzeb will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” Mr. Fadnavis reiterated.

Protests and calls for removal

The debate over the grave’s existence has escalated, with organizations like Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad pressing for its removal. They have warned of large-scale protests and karseva if the government does not act. BJP’s Satara MP, Udayanraje Bhosale, a descendant of Shivaji Maharaj, has also voiced support for the demand.

Previously, Mr. Fadnavis had acknowledged the demand but stated that any legal action must be taken within constitutional limits, as the site was granted protected status during a previous Congress-led government.

Controversy over Abu Azmi’s remarks

The controversy was further fueled last month when Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Abu Azmi praised Aurangzeb, calling him a “good administrator” and stating that India was known as “Sone ki Chidiya” during his reign. His remarks led to his suspension from the legislative assembly until the end of the budget session. Facing backlash, Mr. Azmi later claimed his comments were misinterpreted but maintained that his statements were based on historical records.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde demanded a sedition case against Mr. Azmi, calling his comments “a great sin”. He further accused Mr. Azmi of deliberately disrespecting Shivaji Maharaj and Sambhaji Maharaj.

Opposition and political reactions

Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) leader Uddhav Thackeray criticized Abu Azmi’s remarks and slammed Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav for supporting him. In response, Mr. Yadav questioned the rationale behind Mr. Azmi’s suspension, arguing that ideological biases were influencing democratic decisions.

State Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal accused the BJP-led government of diverting attention from pressing issues such as unemployment and farmers’ distress. He argued that removing Aurangzeb’s tomb would not address these concerns.

On Sunday, Mr. Sapkal compared CM Fadnavis to Aurangzeb, stating that both used religion to further their rule. The BJP dismissed his remarks as “childish”.

As the debate continues, the Maharashtra government remains firm on protecting the tomb while preventing any form of glorification.

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Chandrababu Naidu on language debate: Hindi useful for communication in Delhi

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu stresses the importance of Hindi for communication and English for global interactions, advocating for multilingual learning.

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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has weighed in on the ongoing language debate, emphasizing that languages should not be a source of hatred but a tool for communication. Addressing the matter, he underscored the importance of Hindi and English, highlighting their roles in national and international discourse.

“Hindi is the national language. English is the international language,” said Naidu, acknowledging that Indians are increasingly migrating to different countries for work and education.

Reiterating the importance of multilingual proficiency, Naidu stated, “For livelihood, we will learn any number of languages. We won’t forget our mother tongue. Language is only for communication. It is best to learn maximum languages, let us remember.”

His comments come amid a heated debate on language politics, particularly in states where the imposition of Hindi has faced opposition. While some regional parties have strongly resisted Hindi’s dominance, Naidu’s stance reflects a more balanced approach, advocating for linguistic harmony and practical communication.

His remarks particularly resonate in Delhi, where a diverse population speaks multiple languages, but Hindi serves as a common medium of communication.

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