Shamelessness As Power: A Study In Modern Fascism
byThe power of Fascism lies not in its theatrical displays of strength but in the way it invites us to feel sorry for it.
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byIf you find yourself laughing at a political cartoon, take a moment to consider the forces at play in that seemingly simple image.
How Cryptocurrencies Fuel Organised Crime & Global Illicit Trade
byWithout comprehensive oversight & coordinated international action, crypto currencies pose a significant threat to economic stability.
Remnants Of A Trembling Love
byHere’s a poem that dives deep into the abyss of love.
America’s Enduring Terrorism Problem
byThe history of terrorism-related gun violence in America stretches from Reconstruction-era racial terror to the algorithmic radicalisation of the digital age.
From Dependence to Deterrence: How India Built Its Missile Arsenal
byThe story of India’s missiles, once defined by external constraints and incremental progress, has evolved into something more assured.
Constitution Day: Celebrating the Preamble or the Politics of Symbolism?
byEvents like the Samvidhaan Diwas— Constitution Day—do not carry much substance as far as the Constitution is concerned,
A Ticking Time Bomb: How Nuclear Arms Shape Global Security
byAs global leaders continue to push nationalistic agendas and prioritise military solutions, the need for nuclear disarmament has never been more urgent.
India’s Democracy in Crisis: How Voter Roll Manipulation Is Undermining Electoral Integrity
byMass disenfranchisement is mass destruction of democracy. India’s future now depends on whether its citizens rise to defend their votes.
Anatomy Of A Nightmare
byA poet who experienced a haunting episode of sleep paralysis narrates the episode in a poignant verse.
Mysore Pak: The Sweet That Outlived A Kingdom
byMysore Pak remains what it has always been: a simple sweet with a short ingredient list and a long cultural life.
Nilgiri Marten: The Forest Gardener
byThe loss of the Nilgiri Marten would be a blow not just to India’s natural heritage, but to the world.
Nehru’s Scientific Temper & A Vision For A Rational India
byThe challenges Nehru identified in his time—hunger, poverty, illiteracy, and superstition—continue to plague India, and the need for a rational, scientific approach to addressing them has never been greater.
The Silent Siege On Kerala’s Pluralism: How Political Manipulation Is Fracturing Faiths
byKerala’s identity is that of coexistence—a characteristic markedly different from the engineered hostility that is propagated in social media.