Opinion

Video: Mukesh Khanna Says Vande Mataram Should Replace Jana Gana Mana As National Anthem, Repeats British Rule Claim

Mukesh Khanna has called for “Vande Mataram” to replace “Jana Gana Mana” as India’s national anthem. The actor reiterated his claim that “Jana Gana Mana” was written during British rule and questioned ...
Deccan Herald

'It can't be our national anthem': Mukesh Khanna demands 'Vande Mataram' replace 'Jana Gana Mana'

Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna reignites debate over India’s national anthem, arguing Jana Gana Mana reflects British-era symbolism. He urges greater prominence for Vande Mataram, sparking fresh ...
The Diplomat

How the Modi Government is Downgrading India’s National Anthem

India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, delivers the Tryst with Destiny speech inside the Indian Parliament building at midnight on August 14-15 to mark Indian independence. Singing the ...

‘Been working on Urdu for last 6 months’: English singer who sang Pakistan's national anthem calls it a ‘real challenge’

Laura Wright spent six months learning Urdu before taking on Pakistan’s national anthem at Headingley, after her experience singing India’s anthem in Bengali.