Tag: India
Why Sonam Wangchuk Matters: The Moral Compass of a Nation
Sonam Wangchuk stands as a moral compass in a time when dissent is under siege. In our co-authored piece for The Wire, we argue that his peaceful resistance—anchored in Gandhian ideals and ecological wisdom—embodies the conscience of modern India. Wangchuk’s fasts and climate-focused activism are not acts of rebellion but acts of restoration: of truth, environment, and democracy itself. His story is a mirror to the nation’s soul, reminding us that silence is complicity, and courage is the truest form of love for one’s country.
India’s past deserves more than apologia or amnesia
The discourse on Indian history, shaped by Marxist and secular-liberal perspectives, often neglects its civilisational essence, presenting a fragmented narrative. Early thinkers argued for India’s spiritual unity, highlighting shared practices and symbols over political divisions. Modern historians prioritize economic and social factors, missing the broader ethical and cultural dimensions that define Indian civilization.
Why Do We Not Love One Another?
The simple answer to my question in the title is, “Because we live in the mind and not in the … More
Is Love a Four-Letter Word?
We live in rather politicized times Everyone has an opinion on Modi Everyone debates about secularism People are cocksure about … More
What India Needs
“What India needs is not Secularism but Multiculturalism, which it already has to a large extent; we just need to … More
Indian Civilisation: The Untold Story
A New Idea of India / Idea of New India
Here is an interesting debate on “A New Idea of India” between Ram Madhav and Shashi Tharoor, turning on Constituent … More
“A New Idea of India” – A Must-Read for Every Indian
Book: A New Idea of India: Individual Rights in a Civilisational StateAuthors: Harsh Madhusudan and Rajeev MantriPublisher: WestlandPrice: Rs 799 (Amazon.in lists … More
O India!
(I wrote this poem in 1980 when I was in 11th grade) O India! Land of my mother And my … More