Ashok Rane

Turning one reference into a grand historical narrative undermines the integrity of truth and history. For decades, certain self-proclaimed scholars and fake pandits have sought to confuse society by promoting false ideas and distorted history. During the pre-Independence period, the British, particularly Christian missionaries, laid the groundwork for these narratives. After Independence, they were carried forward by some left-leaning writers, intellectuals, BAMSCEF-linked communists, covert...

It is often claimed by selective narratives that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) had no role in the Quit India Movement. However, events in Maharashtra demonstrate that many RSS volunteers, motivated by national loyalty, did participate both directly and indirectly. For years, Congress-leaning platforms and leftist historians have mainly credited Congress leaders, overlooking other revolutionaries. A notable example comes from Vaduj in the Satara district, a key centre of resistance....

On October 18, Muslim women offered namaz at Pune’s Shaniwar Wada. After a video of the event went viral, it triggered a political storm. In response, BJP Rajya Sabha MP Medha Kulkarni, along with Patit Pavan Sanghatana leaders, performed Shiv Vandana at the same spot as part of a “purification” drive. Her action drew sharp criticism from NCP spokesperson Rupali Patil-Thombre, journalist Nikhil Wagle, Paigambar Sheikh, and Sanjay Sonawne, who mocked her. Instead of seeking action against...