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The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 extends legal protection to the National Song, Vande Mataram, comparable to that of the National Anthem, Jana Gana Mana. This amendment makes it an offense to disrupt the singing of Vande Mataram and penalizes offenders with imprisonment or fines. Source:
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Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan virtually inaugurates a Permanent Exhibition on Vande Mataram and an International Seminar on Sardar Patel's Vision of Integration, Unification, and Federalism in Shimla, emphasizing the importance of patriotism and ideas in nation-building. Source: Original Link
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Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, will virtually inaugurate the Permanent Exhibition on Journey of Vande Mataram and an international seminar on Sardar Patel’s Vision due to adverse weather conditions preventing travel to Shimla. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has initiated a nationwide filmmaking competition titled 'VM Frames' to celebrate the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'. The competition invites filmmakers to interpret the national song in contemporary formats including reels, AI-based films, and short films, reflecting themes of
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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, paid tribute to the revered writer and nationalist Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay on his death anniversary, acknowledging his vital role in uniting the diverse regions of India under a common cause during the freedom struggle. Source: Original Link
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Starting March 26, 2026, Akashvani stations will broadcast the full 6-stanza version of the National Song "Vande Mataram," in line with the Ministry of Home Affairs' recent guidelines. This version, sung by Pt. Chandrashekhar Vaze, will replace the traditional 2-stanza version currently played. Regional versions showcasing local
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The Ministry of Culture was awarded distinguished honours at the Republic Day 2026 parade. Their tableau, 'Vande Mataram - 150 Years Journey', won First Prize among Central Ministries while the accompanying cultural presentation, 'Vande Mataram: The Eternal Resonance of Bharat', received a Special Prize. The events
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The CISF Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon–2026, inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai, commenced from New Delhi, with cycling teams tackling a 6,500 km route along India's coasts to promote vigilance and community engagement for enhanced coastal security; aligning with Prime Minister&
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The 77th Republic Day Parade, celebrated on January 26, 2026, along the Kartavya Path in New Delhi, will showcase India's rich cultural heritage, military prowess, and societal progress. Chief Guests include the President of the European Council Mr Antonio Costa and the President of the European Commission Ms
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Republic Day in 2026 marks the 77th anniversary of India's transition to a Sovereign Democratic Republic. Celebrations focus on the theme "150 Years of Vande Mataram" and involve extensive public participation. Key events include a major parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi with international guests
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India commemorates 150 years of 'Vande Mataram' with nationwide events, featuring performances by the Indian Air Force Band and other cultural activities to promote national unity and pride. Source: Original Link
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The Ministry of Culture is set to present a tableau titled '150 Years of Vande Mataram' during the 2026 Republic Day Parade, celebrating the cultural and historical significance of India's national song. Vande Mataram, composed by Bankimchandra Chattopadhyay in 1875, has been an inspiration for unity