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  Raj Thackeray warns of shutting down schools if Hindi is imposed: 'We will not hesitate...'

  Maharashtra | July 18, 2025 23:57 IST

  The MNS chief asked the people of Maharashtra to stay alert and foil any plan of the government to impose Hindi. The BJP-led government recently withdrew two orders making Hindi mandatory in primary schools following strong opposition.

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  BJP's Nishikant Dubey dares Uddhav, Raj Thackeray to visit north India, Tamil Nadu | Leaders react

  Maharashtra | July 08, 2025 9:45 IST

  BJP MP Nishikant Dubey escalated the ongoing Marathi-Hindi row by launching an attack on Raj and Uddhav Thackeray, accusing them of indulging in "cheap politics" ahead of the BMC elections. He was reacting to Raj Thackeray’s statement encouraging people to “beat but not film” non-Marathi speakers.

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  Surprised they appreciate English, create dispute over Hindi: Fadnavis on Marathi slapgate row

  Maharashtra | July 04, 2025 23:53 IST

  Fadnavis confirmed that the police had filed an FIR and taken action, and warned of strict consequences if such incidents recur.

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  MNS workers assault shopkeeper for not speaking Marathi, released soon after detention

  Maharashtra | July 04, 2025 13:40 IST

  The incident took place late Sunday in the Mira Road area of Mumbai, where the MNS workers slapped and threatened 48-year-old Babulal Chaudhary, owner of the Jodhpur Sweet Shop.

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  'Respect Marathi but don't take law in your hands': Maharashtra Minister amid language row

  Maharashtra | July 03, 2025 17:16 IST

  The minister’s statement comes amid heightened tensions following the video, which shows the shop owner allegedly being manhandled by a group of individuals after he reportedly declined to converse in Marathi.

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  VIDEO: Bengaluru woman hits auto driver with slipper, later seeks forgiveness on camera

  Karnataka | June 02, 2025 14:27 IST

  The incident occurred on Saturday, when Pankhuri, riding a two-wheeler with her husband, claimed that the auto driver had run over her foot — an allegation that Lokesh has denied.

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  Kamal Haasan reacts to Kannada-Tamil row: 'Politicians not qualified to talk on language'

  India | May 29, 2025 7:20 IST

  During the audio launch of his upcoming film 'Thug Life' in Chennai, Kamal Haasan claimed that "Tamil gave birth to Kannada."

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  'Poor Kamal Haasan is unaware of Karnataka's history': Siddaramaiah slams actor over language remark

  Karnataka | May 28, 2025 16:27 IST

  Siddaramaiah's response came after Kamal Haasan claimed that Kannada was "born out of" the Tamil language.

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  Kamal Haasan under fire for saying 'Kannada born out of Tamil' at film event in Chennai

  May 27, 2025 23:37 IST

  Actor Kamal Haasan has sparked controversy with his statement claiming Kannada "was born out of Tamil" during a film event in Chennai. His remarks drew protests from pro-Kannada groups in Karnataka and criticism from BJP leader BY Vijayendra.

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  Man denied parking over Hindi, says English should be made a mandatory language

  Trending | May 23, 2025 10:20 IST

  A Bengaluru-based techie took to X to share that he was denied parking for speaking in Hindi. Following this, he said that English should be made a mandatory language in India. Check out the post here.

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  Karnataka SBI staffer transferred after video refusing to speak Kannada goes viral, sparks row

  Karnataka | May 21, 2025 16:59 IST

  A language row erupted in Karnataka after a video went viral showing an SBI branch manager in Anekal taluk refusing to speak Kannada and insisting on Hindi. The incident drew widespread criticism from pro-Kannada groups and political leaders.

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  'Speak in Marathi or we won't pay': Pizza delivery agent harassed by Mumbai couple, video viral

  Maharashtra | May 13, 2025 20:24 IST

  A Domino’s delivery agent in Mumbai was harassed by a couple who refused to pay for their order unless he spoke Marathi. The incident, recorded by the agent, has gone viral. The couple insisted on the language demand, while Domino’s and Mumbai Police have yet to respond.

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  Maharashtra panel urges CM to roll back Hindi mandate, Fadnavis says Marathi remains top priority

  Maharashtra | April 21, 2025 8:44 IST

  The Maharashtra government's language consultation committee has urged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to revoke the decision to make Hindi a compulsory third language for students in Classes 1 to 5. The panel argued the move contradicts the NEP, which does not mandate any language.

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  Raj Thackeray's MNS protest grows in Mumbai as 'Hum Hindu hain, Hindi nahi' Posters appear in Dadar

  Maharashtra | April 18, 2025 11:53 IST

  Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray slammed the Maharashtra government's move to implement Hindi as a third language for students in classes 1 to 5 in Marathi and English-medium schools across the state.

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  Bengaluru airport removes Hindi from display boards, sparks online uproar over language inclusivity

  Karnataka | April 14, 2025 11:43 IST

  Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has sparked a nationwide debate after removing Hindi from its signboards, retaining only Kannada and English. A viral video showing the updated signage triggered mixed reactions online.

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  PM Modi's subtle jibe at MK Stalin amid language row: 'At least sign your name in Tamil'

  April 06, 2025 18:24 IST

  During the Tamil Nadu visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a rally, said the letters he receives from Tamil Nadu leaders don't have signatures in the Tamil language.

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  MNS leader issues warnings, says 'those who don't want to speak Marathi can leave Maharashtra'

  Maharashtra | April 05, 2025 11:38 IST

  Ahead of civic polls in the state, MNS is pushing the Marathi language agenda. The Raj-Thackeray-led party has been seeking to enforce the Marathi language in banks and other institutions in the state.

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  Language row: MK Stalin govt replaces rupee symbol with Tamil letter for 'Ru' in state budget

  March 13, 2025 14:24 IST

  Language row: Chief Minister Stalin has been vocal about protecting the Tamil language, describing it as not just a language but a symbol of culture, history, and self-respect for the people of Tamil Nadu.