On the fateful night of January 19, 1990, an eerie silence in the Kashmir Valley was shattered by the thunderous chants of Islamic slogans blaring from mosques and street corners. This marked the beginning of the exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits, a community that had lived in the Valley for centuries. They were hounded, looted, […]
Swami Vivekananda, born Narendra Nath Datta in 1863, is celebrated as a towering spiritual figure whose unparalleled intellect, oratory skills, and profound understanding of Hindu philosophy catapulted him onto the global stage. His mission to propagate the teachings of Vedanta and Yoga not only illuminated the essence of Hinduism but also distinguished it from other
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The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) of 2023 marks a significant milestone in India’s legislative landscape, aiming to safeguard individuals’ digital personal data while balancing the necessity for lawful data processing. This article delves into the Act’s timeline, background, evolution from previous bills, comparison with international regulations, establishment of regulatory bodies, and its key
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Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is the grandest festival in India, celebrated with immense fervour and enthusiasm across the country and beyond. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. The word ‘Diwali’ is derived from the Sanskrit term ‘Deepavali’, meaning a row or series of lights. True
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The historical evolution of India’s Constitution is deeply intertwined with the strategies employed by the British colonial rulers to consolidate their power. Among these, the “Divide and Rule” policy emerged as a significant tactic that not only fragmented Indian society but also laid a complex foundation for the political framework during the British Raj. This
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The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) has long been among the most debated and misunderstood topics in Indian discourse. A proposed legal reform that seeks to replace the various personal laws of different religious communities with a single set of civil laws for all citizens, the UCC touches upon deeply rooted issues of identity, culture, religion,
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Krishna Niti is an ancient treasure trove of wisdom attributed to Lord Krishna, renowned and revered as one of the greatest strategists, philosophers, and statesmen in Indian history. His teachings, encapsulated in the text of Krishna Niti, are not just limited to spiritual or religious guidance but extend into practical domains such as governance, politics,
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The colonial period in India was marked by political control, economic exploitation, and a concerted attempt to reshape the nation’s cultural and social fabric. Among the many methods employed by colonial powers to consolidate their dominance, the ‘divide and rule’ strategy stands out as particularly insidious. This strategy involved creating divisions within Indian society along
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The Moplah Massacre of 1921, a gruesome chapter in Kerala’s history, remains etched in the collective memory of Hindus, particularly those from the Malabar region. This massacre was part of the broader Moplah Rebellion, an uprising that began ostensibly as a peasant revolt against British colonial rule but soon descended into an anti-Hindu pogrom marked
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GOLD! OLYMPIC GOLD!! Still a dream for many aspiring athletes. It is because of the determination, grit, hustle, blood, sweat, and sacrifice that is involved in earning that prestigious Olympic Gold! In the glorious tapestry of Indian sporting achievements, some heroes shine brighter than others. Yet, woven into the fabric of this success story are
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India. A name that evokes bustling marketplaces, ancient temples adorned with intricate carvings, and the rhythmic beat of a thousand languages. But beneath the vibrant chaos lies another name, a whisper carried on the wind through millennia – Bharat. This article delves into the profound legacy of Bharat, urging a rediscovery of its grandeur and
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Vinayak Damodar Savarkar! – A man who started India’s first secret society (“Abhinav Bharat”). A man who led the first-ever student bonfire against foreign clothes. 5 years later he was in London as a Law student and there he literally led the revolutionary movement sitting there, and wrote the seminal book on the 1857 uprising.
The ‘Fiery’ Veer Savarkar – Ridiculous Myths and their Strong Refutations, c. 1883-1966 Read More »