Bangalore police arrested a 29-year-old for not standing up when the National Anthem was being played at a cinema hall in the city on Wednesday. While the National Anthem was being played, Jithin, who was next to Kumar, remained seated. AdvertisingAfter the National Anthem concluded, Kumar asked Jithin why he did not stand for the National Anthem. Playing the National Anthem at cinemas before every show was made compulsory in 2016 following a Supreme Court order. But cinemas across the country continue to play the national anthem before shows.

Source: Indian Express May 11, 2019 08:26 UTC