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The Woman Behind Agua Bonita: Meet Sandra Gonzalez Sanabria, Who Leads a Village Built by Former Guerrillas

Once a FARC guerrilla, Sandra Gonzalez Sanabria now leads Agua Bonita—a village built by former rebels in Colombia’s Caquetá region. Rooted in collective living, feminist leadership, and socialist values, the community stands as a powerful model of post-conflict transformation, resilience, and hope in a country scarred by decades of war.

What Happens After the Conference Ends? Stories from the Table, Not the Podium

It was lunchtime and participants had gathered outside the National University Hall to collect their food. The organisers...

From Missiles to Messages: How Iran Challenged Israel, Shamed the Gulf, and Shook the US

Iran’s defiant missile strikes during the brief war with Israel shook regional power dynamics, exposing cracks in Israeli and US defenses. While Tehran gained prestige, Gulf Arab rulers remained passive, revealing their declining credibility. The conflict marked a turning point, shifting both hard power perceptions and soft power influence in the region.

Visa Rejected, Activist Unshaken: Kshama Sawant To Challenge India’s ‘Political Vendetta’

Kolkata: Indian-American politician Kshama Sawant is determined to legally challenge the Indian government for having denied a travel...

Bangladesh on the Brink: The Struggle Between Democracy, History, and Rising Religious Nationalism

Bangladesh’s democracy stands at a crossroads, with rising majoritarianism threatening its pluralistic fabric. The country’s rich multicultural identity is under strain, as forces seek to reshape its political and historical narratives. The legacy of its liberation movement is fading, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic values and minority rights.
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Ganga Yatra: From the Himalayas to Bangladesh—The Sacred River’s Struggles and Survival

The Ganges, a river of immense cultural and religious significance, embarks on a transformative journey through Bangladesh, where it assumes various forms – from the Padma to the Meghna – showcasing a unique confluence of rivers and shaping the nation's landscape and culture

Empowered to Lead: The Inspiring Stories of Indian-Origin Women Making History Globally

Indian-origin women are breaking barriers in global politics, blending cultural heritage with visionary leadership to inspire change. From Kamala Harris and Jenifer Rajkumar in the U.S. to Pam Gosal in Scotland and Preet Kaur Gill in the U.K., their contributions span governance, human rights, sustainability, and community empowerment. Their stories exemplify the transformative power of representation, proving that diversity in leadership is essential for shaping inclusive and equitable societies

Close, Closer, Closest: US Pollsters Brace for Presidential Election Too Tight to Predict

In a Historic Election Deadlock, Harris and Trump Make Their Final Push Across Seven Swing States for the White House; As Harris Defends Reproductive Rights and Trump Rallies Core Voters, Swing States Emerge as America’s Deciding Factor

Edinburgh’s Hidden Legacy: The Indian Student Society that Inspired Leaders and Movements

Edinburgh Indian Association: Sandeep Bhutoria witnessed Scotland’s cultural gem and knew the history of Edinburgh’s role in Indian independence

Challenging the Myth: Debunking Herzl’s ‘Land without People’ Narrative

Glimpses of the history of Zionism Unfortunately, very few Zionist leaders paid heed to anti-colonial and universalist-humanist voices like Tagore and chose to follow the...

What was Tagore’s Palestine Dream?

The ongoing genocide in Gaza– aerial bombardment and ground invasion in the 17 sq. miles small strip of besieged land at the coast of...
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