They appear like phantoms from another age—ash-smeared figures with matted locks, naked or nearly naked, wielding tridents and swords as they chant mantras in voices that seem to echo through the centuries. When the Naga Sadhus descend upon the sacred grounds of the Kumbh Mela, it is as if time folds in on itself, mergingContinue reading “Guardians of Mysticism: The Enigmatic Naga Sadhus of India”
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Akhadas at Kumbh: Guardians of Sanatan Dharma
The Mahakumbh at Prayagraj, a cosmic spectacle of faith, began last week, with a surge of millions of devotees taking a sacred dip at Triveni, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Amidst this ocean of spirituality, the Akhadas emerge in their full grandeur, embodying the rich heritage and enduring spirit ofContinue reading “Akhadas at Kumbh: Guardians of Sanatan Dharma”
The Maha Kumbh: Grand Synthesis of Science, Faith, and Culture
The Kumbh Mela, often hailed as the “greatest show on earth,” is a phenomenon unparalleled in human civilization. This grand confluence of religion, spirituality, culture, and science represents a synthesis that transcends time and geography. No other event encapsulates such a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, faith and empirical knowledge, or spiritual devotion andContinue reading “The Maha Kumbh: Grand Synthesis of Science, Faith, and Culture”
Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part III
The Baku Agreement on Carbon Trading: Implications and Opportunities for India India has long stood at the forefront of global environmental initiatives, navigating a complex balance between developmental aspirations and international climate commitments. The recent Baku Agreement, which aims to operationalize Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, marks a pivotal moment for India, presenting significantContinue reading “Carbon Trading Post Baku: Part III”
Reflections on New year Traditions
None of the major civilizations of the world ever celebrated New Year at a time that even closely coincided with the first January of Gregorian calendar. The Mesopotamians, the Egyptian, the Chinese, the Persians, none of these older civilizations ushered in the new year on January the first. And it was certainly never an IndianContinue reading “Reflections on New year Traditions”
Today is Christmas!
Today is Christmas! New Year follows just a week later. And as the world lights up with festive cheer, this twin celebration forms a luminous bridge between the past and the future. These festivities are more than just dates on a calendar; they are a reminder of hope, renewal, and the enduring spirit of humanity. Christmas,Continue reading “Today is Christmas!”
Weaponizing the Constitution
The political discourse in India today is more acrimonious and divisive than ever before. Personal attacks dominate the landscape, and political rivalries have reached unprecedented levels of hostility. The explicit objective of much of the opposition appears to be the unseating of the current Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, at any cost. Despite his tenure beingContinue reading “Weaponizing the Constitution”
The Role of Social and Digital Media in National Security
Part I In the ever-evolving theatre of modern warfare, social and digital media have emerged as powerful battlegrounds. Once primarily tools for communication and connection, platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok are now critical instruments for shaping narratives, influencing public opinion, and even conducting operations that can alter the course of conflicts.Continue reading “The Role of Social and Digital Media in National Security”
A Living Document or a Weapon of Rhetoric?
Earlier this week, India celebrated the Constitution Day. She does so every year on November 26th, commemorating the adoption of one of the most progressive and comprehensive constitutions in the world. More a ritual than any meaningful discourse on the part of government, and an occasion to assail the government for the opposition, this day, still marksContinue reading “A Living Document or a Weapon of Rhetoric?”
Celebrating Deepavali
A Light That Must Shine Within and Beyond Today is Deepavali, the festival of lights. The rows of flickering lamps in every house symbolize enlightenment and joy, warmth and compassion. As we light up our homes, streets, and communities, we celebrate the festive spirit in ways that express the joy of the heart and mind. Continue reading “Celebrating Deepavali”
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