Category: Opinion
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United India Under Fire: Pahalgam Bloodshed and the Dangerous Politics of Hate
The Pahalgam massacre was a brutal reminder of Pakistan-backed terror aimed at destabilizing India. Beyond condemnation, the response must be strategic and united. Divisive politics only serve the enemy’s agenda. Restoring peace in Kashmir and rejecting communal narratives are key to defeating those who thrive on chaos and hatred.
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Censor Board’s Double Standards on Phule: Protecting Propaganda, Silencing Revolution
The release of Phule, a film on Jyotiba and Savitri Mai Phule, has been delayed due to objections from the Censor Board and protests by Brahmin groups. Despite celebrating the couple’s revolutionary legacy, the film faces resistance for critiquing Brahmanism, highlighting ongoing struggles over caste, history, and narrative control in India.
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From Saffron to Star of David: Decoding the Disturbing Signals of Bengal’s Ram Navami
Ram Navami processions in Bengal, once unfamiliar to the region, have become politicised spectacles of dominance. The use of Israeli flags and communal slogans, especially in Barrackpore, signals a deeper agenda—where festivals are repurposed for polarisation, and silence on global injustices becomes a loud alignment with power and provocation.
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From Waqf to Churches to Adivasi Lands: Who’s Safe in BJP’s India?
After passing the Waqf Bill, BJP leaders claim it’s for the poor—but Muslim organizations across India have rejected the move as a land grab. RSS-linked media quickly turned attention to Catholic Church properties, revealing the broader agenda. Even Adivasi leaders fear their ancestral lands may soon be in the crosshairs
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The Great Iftar Deception: How Politicians Feast While Muslims Suffer
Every Ramadan, political Iftar parties project false solidarity while ignoring Muslim empowerment. Despite grand feasts, Muslim leaders remain sidelined, policy reforms are absent, and their concerns are dismissed as “appeasement.” Until real political inclusion replaces token gestures, these events will continue to serve as mere spectacles to manipulate Muslim voters
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Gadkari’s Muslim Dream vs India’s Harsh Reality: Why the Largest Minority’s Aspiration Hits a Wall
Nitin Gadkari dreams of Muslims becoming engineers and doctors, but the ground reality tells a harsher story. Caste discrimination, denial of reservations, poor education access, and systemic exclusion from panchayats to Parliament keep India’s largest minority marginalized. When they rise, they’re criminalized—revealing a deeply unequal and unjust system
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Holi Through the Ages: From the Mughals to Modern Times, the Colorful Celebrations of Spring
Holi, one of India’s oldest festivals, celebrates the arrival of spring with colors, music, dance, and rituals. Rich in regional diversity, it promotes joy, unity, and social harmony. From ancient texts to modern celebrations, Holi blends tradition, cultural expression, and even health practices, making it a vibrant symbol of renewal
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From Hunger to Humanity: What the World Can Learn from the Sacred Fast of Ramadan
here are admirable traits in all religions that I salute. Very recently, the world’s largest congregation of humanity took their sacred dip at the maha-prayag of Mahakumbh. Yogi’s team claims 66 crores bathed, while mature estimates place this at 25 crores — still a world record. We admire the tremendous social service that Sikhs render…
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The Mahabodhi Dilemma: India’s Great Buddhist Shrine Still Struggles for Its rightful Custodians
Buddhists have long demanded full control of Mahabodhi Vihara, citing its historic and spiritual significance. However, a 1949 law keeps temple management under Brahmin-dominated oversight. Despite global recognition of Bodh Gaya as Buddhism’s holiest site, calls for exclusive Buddhist administration persist, reflecting a deeper struggle for rightful representation and justice
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Muslims and the Myth of ‘Appeasement’: The Real Story of Economic Exclusion in India
Economic deprivation has long defined the reality for India’s Muslims, with political resistance to reservation fueling their marginalization. The rise of communal politics has only deepened their sense of insecurity and exclusion. A new report proposes a secular approach to affirmative action, yet the current political environment poses a significant barrier to its implementation