Threatened by Hindutva groups, Kerala writer S Hareesh withdraws novel
(WorldNews India)

Malayalam writer S Hareesh on Saturday announced withdrawal of his novel `Meesha´´, being serialised in `Mathrubhumi´ weekly, following alleged threats from Hindutva outfits. Members of Hindutva outfits and fringe elements have been protesting against Hareesh, as well as the publishers, alleging that the novel insults temple-going Hindu women and traditions. On Saturday, BJP Mahila Morcha members marched to the head office of Mathrubhumi in...