Nepal called itself ‘world’s only Hindu kingdom’ for much of the previous century. However, for most of history, the country was religiously, politically, and ethnically fragmented.
The concept of Akhand Bharat and a unified Hindu identity is rooted in 19th-century colonial constructs, overlooking India's diverse, complex history and regional variations.
Hinduism embraces diversity, offering multiple spiritual paths and schools of thought. It encourages inquiry, respects all beliefs, and promotes harmony with nature, embodying inclusivity.
Speaking at the launch of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s book, the former home secretary Rajiv Mehrishi said he is ‘fortunate’ that he got an opportunity to understand Bhagwat’s viewpoint.
Periyar had suggested Ambedkar convert to Islam. After years of research, I too found Islam to be the only religion in India that could annihilate the caste system.
At Nehru Memorial Lecture Thursday, Madhavan Palat said Jawaharlal Nehru had an affinity for Buddhism and viewed Mahatma Gandhi as an avatar of Buddha.
Ventures by Japan, South Korea and Taiwan illustrate how the race for REE security is accelerating, powered by both geopolitical tension and industrial strategy.
ThePrint had previously reported that India & Russia are talking about 5 more regiments of the S-400, but no contracts are to be signed during the Russian president's visit.
It is a brilliant, reasonably priced, and mostly homemade aircraft with a stellar safety record; only two crashes in 24 years since its first flight. But its crash is a moment of introspection.
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