India's ruling party, BJP, has hinted at renaming India to just 'Bharat'. This has stirred debate in the political circles as the Indian Constitution mentions both the names of the republic. So, if a name change is on the cards, what would it entail? Watch this episode of Gravitas as we trace the history of these two words and reveal the sentiments expressed by our viewers in our recent poll.

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Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag on Tuesday (September 5) called for adding 'Bharat' to Team India's ODI World Cup Jersey. Sehwag took to his official account on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to request BCCI secretary Jay Shah to implement the changes ahead of the mega event, which is to be held in India from October 5 to November 19.

Former India opener Virender Sehwag calls for adding 'Bharat' to India's ODI World Cup jersey

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Dinner invitation to G20 leaders has come as a surprise, the term President of Bharat has been used for the first time in an official invite to foreign leaders attending the summit.

'Bharat, not India': President Murmu's invitation triggers speculation

In a potential overhaul that could reset the central identification point of the Indian Republic, top Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma hinted that the official name of the Indian Republic is set to be changed.

'Republic of Bharat': Chorus grows to rename India as it was known in ancient times

'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' was launched on October 2, 2014. The campaign was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It aims to eliminate open defecation and improve solid waste management.

India@75 : 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' for a clean country

President Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday said Brazil never paid for or received any doses of a coronavirus vaccine developed by Indian company Bharat Biotech, in response to allegations of irregularities in a deal that is under investigation.

Bolsonaro says Brazil didn't spend a cent on Bharat vaccine deal under probe

India's Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a plea seeking the Centre to amend the constitution and replace the word 'India' with 'Bharat'. According to reports, the petitioner wanted to get over the "colonial" name and use "Bharat" as a sense of pride.

Supreme Court rejects plea to change India's name to 'Bharat'

Somewhere after the interval, a scene in 'Bharat' has its leading man Salman Khan walking the streets of Malta with friend and confidante Vilayti (Sunil Grover) and wondering about his journey so far.

'Bharat' review: Salman Khan's film may be exhaustive but it still works

We all know that Salman Khan did not take Priyanka Chopra's sudden exit from 'Bharat' well. While promoting the film earlier this year, Salman took sly digs at how Priyanka had decided to walk out of the film at the last moment just to get married to Nick Jonas.

Priyanka Chopra on Salman Khan's jibe for leaving 'Bharat': There’s never an issue with him

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Director Ali Abbas Zafar, who is ringing in the success of his Salman Khan starrer period drama `Bharat`, said he enjoys making "paisa vasool" films.With the `Bharat` going past the 200 crore mark, the director now has two 300 crore films and one 200 crore blockbusters to his credit.

'Bharat' crosses 200 cr mark, director Ali Abbas Zafar says he enjoys making 'paisa vasool'

Salman Khan latest Eid offering 'Bharat' has now entered the Rs 200 crore club. The film released on 5th June to packed theatres and became the highest opener for Salman Khan.

Bharat: Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif's film enters Rs 200 crore club

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif-starrer `Bharat` has hit a double century by crossing the Rs 200 crore mark at the Box Office. Emerging as the biggest opener of this year, the film, which hit the screens on Eid, has minted Rs 201.

Bharat hits double century, crosses Rs 200 cr mar

Salman Khan might be over the moon with the initial response to his film ‘Bharat’, however, the numbers do not support him. The film that was said to be shot across different locations in the world with a massive budget and a hyped promotion is now struggling to reach the coveted Rs 200 crore mark.

Salman Khan's 'Bharat' slows down, struggles to reach Rs 200 crore mark

It's been over 70 years since the partition but for those who affected and lost their loved ones, the scars remain. Ali Abbas Zafar's latest 'Bharat' revolves around a family that gets separated during partition.

Salman-Katrina hold special screening of 'Bharat' for families affected during partition

Salman Khan is happy with the worldwide reaction to his recently released film 'Bharat'. He added another feather in his hat as the Indian cricket team members who are currently in London for the World Cup tournament posed for a picture after watching his film.

Salman Khan wishes Indian cricket team for World Cup as they share photo post watching 'Bharat'

This was known. Four days after its release, Salman Khan's 'Bharat' entered the estemeed Rs 100 crore club on Sunday. The film managed its grip on the box office and earned a total of Rs 122.

Salman Khan's 'Bharat' enters Rs 100 crore club within four days of its release

Eid 2020 is going to be big as two major films starring Bollywood's biggest stars are set to clash at the box office. Akshay Kumar`s `Sooryavanshi` and Salman Khan`s `Inshallah` are all set for a box office clash on Eid next year.

Clash of the stars! Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar to lock horns on Eid 2020

After recording a bumper start on first day, Salman Khan starrer ‘Bharat’ continues to rule the box office. The film on its second day saw a dip in numbers but still collected Rs 30 crore.

'Bharat' box office day 2: Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif's film continues to rule

You can call it a perfect Eid for Salman Khan and his fans as his latest release ‘Bharat’ has managed to start with a bumper opening on day 1. Released on June 5, the film struck gold as it recorded a good number at the box office even though it coincided with two other things -- India’s first cricket match in this World Cup Tournament and release of ‘Dark Phoenix’.

'Bharat' box office collection: Film records biggest opening ever for Salman Khan

Salman Khan is on cloud nine as his latest release ‘Bharat’ has given him his career-best opening. The film has earned more than Rs 45 crore on the first day and has made a record for the biggest opening day collections for the superstar.

Bharat: Salman Khan thanks fans for giving him his career-best opening

A day after its release, Salman Khan starrer 'Bharat' has fallen prey to piracy. The film in its entirety has been leaked online by piracy website Tamilrockers. The film is reportedly available online for download in HD version.

Salman Khan's 'Bharat' leaked online by Tamilrockers

They may share a common last name, but they are not related. A point that was clarified cricketer Mohammad Kaif as he posted a photo with actress Katrina Kaif ahead of India's maiden match at the ongoing Cricket World Cup 2019.

Mohammad Kaif meets Katrina Kaif, fans get creative with their responses on Twitter

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