Why such aversion for Hindutva: RSS - New Kerala
New Delhi, Jun 24 : In an apparent snub to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who had insisted on a secular prime minister, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has asked that why there is such aversion for Hindutva in the country.
"Vote-bank politics has divided the country into minority-majority, communal-secular and other castes and sects.
Instead of finding ways of bridging this gap, conspiracies are being hatched to deepen these fissures for gaining power," an editorial in RSS mouthpiece 'Panchjanya' said.
"What is the meaning of saying that the prime minister should be secular?" it asked.
The RSS said the country's Constitution makers did not give any such distinguished identity to the prime minister's post, perhaps because they believed that India has always stood for eternal values, religion and culture, and the basis of the society and national life was the feeling of all-inclusiveness and mutual existence.
It added that the prime minister's responsibility as head of the Central government was to protect the democratic values and the rights of all without any discrimination.
"But in contrast to this, efforts are being made to give the prime minister a secular identity," the RSS claimed.
The RSS alleged that Hindutva was treated as communal and secularism was used as an instrument for gaining power.
It added that this was nothing more than "politics of convenience".
"The politicians who are eager to establish a secular rule by laying atrocities on Hindus should be asked why India should not have a government and a prime minister who is concerned about the majority Hindus," the RSS said.
It added that such an administration and prime minister will definitely be inspired by the Hindu life values, traditions and ideals to work with the feeling of progress of all sects and groups.
Mr Kumar, in an interview to a national daily, had said the NDA should name its Prime Ministerial candidate before the next general elections and the candidate must have secular credentials and a liberal frame of mind.
The comments of the Bihar Chief Minister was considered as an indirect reference to Gujarat Chief Minister and BJP leader Narendra Modi.
After the comments of Mr Kumar, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat had asked why a Hindutva face should not lead the country. (UNI)
RSS questions Nitish Kumar's 'secular PM' comments - Deccan Herald
In a veiled attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for insisting on a secular prime minister, the RSS has sought to know why there was such aversion for Hindutva in India.
"What is the meaning of saying (that the) prime minister should be secular?" the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's mouthpiece Panchajanya asked in an editorial.
"Our constitution makers did not give any such 'distinguished identity' to the prime minister's post, perhaps because they believed that India has always stood for eternal values, religion and culture, and the basis of our society and national life is the feeling of all-inclusiveness and mutual existence," it said.
The editorial said a prime minister's responsibility as head of the central government was to protect the democratic values and the rights of all without any discrimination.
Comments about the need for a secular prime minister were being made "for vote-bank politics and minority appeasement", it said.
The RSS mouthpiece did not name Nitish Kumar or his party, the Janata Dal-United.
Nitish Kumar has said that the National Democratic Alliance's prime ministerial candidate should be secular and liberal.
With elections nearly two years away, the NDA or the BJP has yet to name a prime ministerial candidate.
Plan B plays Hackney amid rainstorm - BBC News
Plan B took to the stage in a charcoal suit, despite the weather
Rapper Plan B suffered a few spills on the stage at Radio 1's Hackney Weekend, as he played in the middle of a rainstorm.
The rapper slipped several times - but persevered with a set that included hits Stay Too Long and Ill Manors.
"God decided to open up the skies," he said about an hour after the show, "but we got through."
"I've been in a bit of a mood for a while, to be honest, but I'm getting over it now."
Jessie J, who played immediately afterwards, said: "I was up there watching Plan B. It's not easy up here on the stage when it's raining."
"I was very aware that I was in heels, I was like, 'just take your time, don't fall over.'"
Plan B, whose real name is Ben Drew, said there was "just enough rain" to stop his band from "jumping around and smashing up the stage as we usually do".
However, he managed to take down his guitarist, after jumping on his back towards the end of the set.
The rain cleared up after Plan B's performance, with blue skies over Hackney by mid-afternoon.
And despite the weather, the musician, who was brought up in east London, said he had enjoyed playing on home turf.
"For so long, this part of the city has been deprived. It's great to see stuff like this happening here, because the people deserve it."
Hackney Weekend, a free two-day event, is part of the London 2012 Festival. It is taking place in Hackney Marshes, in the shadow of the Olympic Stadium.
RSS snubs Nitish on ‘secular PM’ remark - deccanchronicle.com
In an apparent snub to Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar for his “Prime Minister (PM) should have secular credentials” remark, the RSS has backed Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi, claiming that such comments “are being made for vote-bank politics and minority appeasement”.
Reiterating the comments made by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat last week that a “Hindutva face” can become the PM, the Sangh’s mouthpiece, Panchajanya, sought to know why there is an aversion for Hindutva in a country where 85 per cent of the population is Hindu.
In its editorial, the mouthpiece said, “What is the meaning of saying Prime Minister of the country should be secular? Our Constitution-makers did not give any such ‘distinguished identity’ to the top post, perhaps because they believed that India has always stood for eternal values, religion and culture, and the basis of our society and national life is the feeling of all-inclusiveness and mutual existence.”
Though it did not name Mr Kumar or his party, the JD(U), and targeted the Congress, the barb is seen as aimed at the NDA ally of BJP as Mr Kumar had virtually ruled out Mr Modi as the NDA prime ministerial candidate last week when he said the PM should have secular credentials and should be acceptable to all allies.
The editorial further states that a Prime Minister’s responsibility as head of the Central government is to protect democratic values and protect the rights of all without any discrimination.
Rihanna closes Radio 1's Hackney Weekend festival - BBC News
Rihanna
Rihanna has closed BBC Radio 1's Hackney Weekend, a free two-day festival in east London.
She opened her headline set with Only Girl In The World, performing in front of a giant sphinx.
"Hackney, you're crazier than they told me!" the 24-year-old shouted, as up to 50,000 fans watched.
Her mentor Jay-Z took to the stage for a run of three songs. The pair had also performed together during Jay-Z's set on Saturday night.
After her third track, S&M, Rihanna ran into the audience to ask for help re-attaching the battery pack for her microphone, which had become loose during a high-energy dance routine.
She closed the set an hour later with We Found Love, her global number one hit from last year.
Rihanna review: 'History' in Hackney
"You guys are making this such a memorable show for me," she said before she left the stage.
'Incredible'Earlier on Sunday, Florence and the Machine performed on the main stage, followed by Dizzee Rascal - a surprise addition to the bill.
Dizzee, who grew up in Bow, near the Hackney Marshes venue, paid tribute to "my east London crew".
He recalled his days as a "pirate radio MC" in London before his self-produced single I Luv You landed him a record contract.
The second day's bill was packed with local artists, including rapper Tinie Tempah, who premiered a new, untitled, song produced by Calvin Harris.
"East London is the epicentre of a lot of cool things at the minute," he said. "Radio 1 coming to Hackney Marshes is so incredible. I could wake up and just walk here."
"Oh my goodness, we're back home," said Tinie Tempah as he took to the stage
Rapper Plan B - whose set coincided with a sudden rain storm - added that the festival was important for the local area.
"For so long, this part of the city has been deprived. It's great to see stuff like this happening here, because the people deserve it."
Other acts who attracted large crowds included US hip-hop artist Azealia Banks, dance duo Chase and Status, and singer-songwriter Ben Howard.
Jessie J was an early favourite on the main stage, particularly with younger members of the audience.
She was joined on stage by US rapper B.O.B for their hit single Price Tag. "This is only the second time we've performed it together," she told the crowd.
"I really enjoyed myself," she said afterwards. "I'm kind of pacing myself a little bit more this year and just making sure that I'm focused on the vocals.
"I just really want people to enjoy the singing element of it all. The crowd were incredible."
Noir pop artist Lana Del Rey performed an acoustic set backed by a chamber orchestra at the In New Music We Trust tent.
Lana Del Rey was backed by a string quartet for her set
"The crowd were really receptive, really good, so that made it easy," said the Video Games singer afterwards.
"I didn't have my drummer with me - so it was stripped back, almost like a jazz set. It's really all about me and the crowd."
Authorities treated the festival as a "dry run" for the summer Olympics and, by and large, it proved to be a peaceful weekend.
London's Metropolitan Police said the atmosphere had been "calm" on Sunday. Saturday saw about 50 arrests outside the arena. Most were for drugs and knife possession.
Highlights from the event, which was part of the London 2012 Festival, are available on the BBC's Hackney Weekend website.
RSS targets Nitish Kumar over 'secular' PM remark - Economic Times
"But in contrast to this, efforts are being made to give the prime minister a 'secular' identity. Harmony between all sects is a distinct feature of Hindu philosophy in India. To treat this Hindutva as communal and to make secularism an instrument for gaining power is nothing more than politics of convenience," the editorial said.
The RSS mouthpiece said politicians who are trying to woo Muslim votes by branding Hindus as communal should not be allowed to control the policy. "Leaders who are eager to establish a secular rule by laying atrocities on Hindus should be asked why India should not have a government and a prime minister who is concerned about the majority Hindus," the editorial said. "Such an administration and prime minister will definitely be inspired by Hindu life values, traditions and ideals to work with the feeling of unhindered progress of all sects and groups and for their happiness."
The editorial said vote-bank politics has divided the country into minority-majority, communal-secular, castes and sects.
"Instead of finding ways of bridging this gap, conspiracies are being hatched to deepen these fissures for gaining power. Why do these secular forces have such aversion to Hindutva? Only for the sake of getting votes and power," the editorial asked.
The RSS has come out in full support of Modi, even as BJP has refrained from raising the pitch on the matter. JD (U) has, however, signalled its seriousness by refusing to back BJP's choice in the upcoming presidential election.
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