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Jaishankar affirms India’s growing global role, says “This is an India that is more Bharat”
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlights India’s evolving role on the global stage, emphasizing the nation’s fusion of traditional values with modern advancements. Reflecting on India’s progress, from cashless payments to lunar missions, he underscores the country’s strides in women’s empowerment and inclusive growth. Jaishankar emphasizes India’s diplomatic initiatives, navigating complex global scenarios like the…
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Parliament Of The World’s Religions Features Discussion On Distinguishing The Sacred Swastika From Hitler’s Hakenkreuz
The panel at the Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago focused on distinguishing the sacred Swastika from Hitler’s Hakenkreuz, featuring representatives from various faiths who highlighted the historical, cultural, and spiritual disparities between these symbols. Emphasizing the Swastika’s ancient origins and positive connotations across Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Native American traditions, the discussion clarified…
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From India to Bharat
This thought-provoking blog post delves into the dichotomy between India’s current state and its Dharmic essence, contemplating a transition from Euro-Christian impositions to a society aligned with its ancient Dharmic roots. Referencing J Sai Deepak’s insights, the narrative emphasizes the imperative of decolonizing mindsets to reclaim a genuine Indic past and chart a Dharmic future.…
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G-21: FORGING THE FUTURE
In a reflective account of the G-20 Summit in New Delhi, this blog post extols the transformative impact and commitments made by global leaders for a sustainable future. Emphasizing India’s leadership, the narrative showcases Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s priorities and the summit’s key outcomes. It highlights critical issues addressed, such as climate change and geopolitical…
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The Indian Way : Long-lasting, repairable and reusable products?
Explore the profound connection between India’s rich cultural heritage and the concept of repairable products in this enlightening blog post. Delve into India’s historical recycling practices, reflecting its resourceful ethos in the face of scarcity. Discover how Hindu values, including dharma, karma, and ahimsa, naturally promote sustainability and responsible consumption. Learn about the economic opportunities,…
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If the West Bends Over Any Further, We’ll Be Left with a Broken Spine: Nations and Muslim Appeasement
This insightful blog post delves into the complex issue of appeasement in Western nations and its potential consequences in the face of extremist Islamic jihadist ideologies. Drawing from historical events and lessons, it cautions against the dangers of bending too far in the direction of compassion, underscoring the need for a careful balance between empathy…
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Justin Trudeau booed in Canada mosque over Israel-Hamas war
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced booing at a Toronto mosque during his visit due to his response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Liberal MPs in Canada are aligning with calls from Muslim groups for a ceasefire, while prominent Canadian Jewish organizations are demanding Trudeau retract a comment that was seen as supporting Hamas’s claim that…
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CoHNA Welcomes the Veto of SB403 as a Victory for Justice and Equality before Law
Discover the recent victory for justice and equality as the Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) celebrates California Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of SB403. Governor Newsom’s decision to label the bill “unnecessary” aligns with CoHNA’s stance that existing laws effectively address discrimination in all forms. The bill, which stirred controversy, was seen by the…
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Hunting Khalistani Network And Question of Intelligence Agencies
In this blog post, I delve into a series of mysterious assassinations of Khalistani leaders over the past few months and explore the potential involvement of intelligence agencies, particularly India’s R&AW and Pakistan’s ISI. The killings raise questions about the motives behind these targeted hits, which weakened the Khalistani network. While R&AW might have had…
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Afghanistan’s Throes Of Instability And Conflict
The situation in Afghanistan, often referred to as the ‘graveyard of empires,’ has been marked by ongoing conflicts and instability within its borders and in its relations with neighboring countries like Pakistan and Iran. The Taliban’s strict rule has imposed a heavy burden on ordinary Afghans, leaving them with no escape from their oppressive regime.…
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Why is the Complete History of the Communists Still not Part of our School Textbooks?
The history of Communism in India is a contentious and complex one. The rise and influence of Communist parties in India have had significant consequences on the country’s political and social landscape. From its early days to the present, Communism has played a prominent role in Indian politics, often polarizing opinions and leading to intense…
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Pakistan, With Head Above The Water : Way The Cookie Crumbles
In my recent engagements in the realm of geopolitics, a recurring question has been the focus: Can Pakistan endure its current challenges? My unwavering response is a resounding “yes.” Pakistan, despite its fragile political and economic landscapes, has a history of resilience and survival. Voices from within Pakistan echo this sentiment, and international actors are…
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The Crisis In Manipur : An Assessment
In Manipur, a state in northeastern India, the situation remains unresolved, with ongoing violence and a cloud of uncertainty shrouding the truth. The narrative surrounding this violence is heavily influenced by the ethnicity and perspective of those who share it. Manipur, geographically bordered by Nagaland, Mizoram, and Assam, also shares volatile borders with Myanmar, particularly…
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Punjab – Seeking Way Forward In Simmering Crisis
Amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics, the reported Kashmir-Khalistan (K2) project orchestrated by Pakistan’s ISI has raised concerns, aimed at rekindling the Khalistan movement even in the face of improving conditions in Kashmir. Extremist leaders operating from Pakistan and the recent shooting down of the Khalistan Commando Force Chief, Paramjit Singh Panjwar, in Lahore, serve as unsettling…
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Déjà vu in Pakistan: The eerie similarities between 2023 and 1971
Pakistan is facing a complex set of political and economic challenges in 2023, which bear some striking similarities to the situation the country faced in 1971. In both cases, the popular electoral choice has been kept out of power, bad economic markers such as GDP and inflation have been on the rise, and regional identity…
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Surviving The Burnout: A Virtual Coup By The Pakistan Army Is Already In The Making
By Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (Retd). From an existential angle, the situation in Pakistan is yet below the threshold, although the flow of events will remain unpredictable. Issues such as the fate of nuclear assets are not yet in reckoning because the Pakistan Army is still there. Signs of division in its ranks have…
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US or China – Who started it?
There are many claims that it was the US, irked by China’s economic and geopolitical rise, started surrounding China with bases and military posts and thus threatened the Chinese. Is it correct? To understand the current predicament, we must understand what has happened between these two countries. Let us quickly breeze through the historical issues…
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Understanding Manipur Dynamics
By Air Marshal Anil Khosla (Retd). Manipur was merged fully with the Indian Union on October 15, 1949, but it became a full-fledged state more than two decades later, in 1972. Manipur is known for its ethnic and cultural diversity. But the state has been plagued by internecine conflicts among different ethnic groups and tribes.…
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China’s Invisible War With India And The World
By Cdr Sandeep Dhawan (Retd). On 15 June 2020, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) backstabbed the Indian Army patrolling team during the Galwan Valley Clash. The whole nation was angry, but the flag-bearers of the India-China Friendship Association (ICFA) were unwavering in their support for China. ICFA didn’t see any reason to sever ties with China or…
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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Meet In Goa – Substance Or Cosmetics?
By Maj Gen Neeraj Bali (Retd). In September last year, when India assumed the rotational chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, it formally invited all the members to the Foreign Ministers’ confabulations. Inevitably, the list of invitees included China and Pakistan, two countries with which India shares geography and, unfortunately, intractable acrimony.