Chancellor of Germany was usually held by Archbishops of Mainz. The title was, at times, used in several states of German-speaking Europe. The modern office of chancellor was established with the North German Confederation, of which Otto von Bismarck became "Bundeskanzler" (meaning "Federal Chancellor") in 1867. With the enlargement of this federal state to the German Empire in 1871, the title was renamed to "Reichskanzler" (meaning "Chancellor of the Realm"). With Germany's constitution of 1949, the title of "Bundeskanzler" was revived. During the various eras, the role of the chancellor has varied. From 1867 to 1918, the chancellor was the only responsible minister
The Statesman (India) Ravindra Kumar and former publisher Anand Sinha of "The Statesman" were arrested on the charges of "hurting the religious feelings" of Muslims. BBC reported that the Muslims were upset with "The Statesman" for reproducing Johann Hari's article "Why should I respect these oppressive religions?" from the UK's "The Independent" daily in its February edition. The Statesman Vintage & Classic Car Rally has been held annually since 1964. The Statesman (India) The Statesman is an Indian English-language broadsheet daily newspaper founded in 1875 and published simultaneously in Kolkata, New Delhi, Siliguri and Bhubaneswar. It incorporates and is directly descended from The