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June 24, 2025, 06:22 PM - 7 min read
In 1975, the motive and intent of the emergency was absolutely autocratic, draconian and dictatorial as Indira Gandhi felt threatened that she was being ousted from power.
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January 20, 2025, 03:48 PM - 2 min read
Also directed and produced by Ranaut, the film portrays the Emergency months and features the actor in the role of former prime minister Indira Gandhi.
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January 19, 2025, 02:52 PM - 6 min read
A joyful convergence of creative genius, a reflection of simmering public anger, or just a period when writers-directors became true creators? The year 1975 represented all of these.
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July 26, 2024, 04:58 PM - 2 min read
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the Centre's decision to observe June 25 as 'Samvidhan Hatya Diwas,' a day marking the imposition of Emergency by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975. The court found no violation or disrespect of the Constitution in the government's notification.
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July 12, 2024, 05:40 PM - 2 min read
On June 25, the Indian government will observe what it now calls 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas,' translating to 'Constitution Killing Day,' marking a significant shift in how the Emergency period of 1975 is remembered. Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced this decision, emphasising a renewed focus on the controversial period in Indian history when the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of emergency.
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June 27, 2024, 05:01 PM - 2 min read
Congress MP KC Venugopal has raised a significant concern regarding a recent statement made by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. In a letter addressed to the Speaker, Venugopal expressed his shock and disappointment over remarks made about the Emergency imposed in June 1975, calling it a grave matter that affects the credibility of Parliament.
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June 25, 2024, 08:18 PM - 2 min read
Shortly after the Supreme Court granted a conditional stay on the Allahabad High Court's verdict nullifying Indira's election to the Lok Sabha, the decision of emergency was announced via All India Radio.
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