Topic: kashi mathura
From Ayodhya to Kashi, BJP changed its strategy from ‘demolition’ to construction
With the inauguration of Kashi Vishwanath Dham by PM Modi in Varanasi, BJP’s ‘Kashi project’ is almost complete, and so is the invisibilisation of Gyanvapi mosque.
‘Mathura-next’ call betrays BJP’s lack of confidence in Yogi’s much-touted development agenda
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Decoding the Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi dispute, and why Varanasi court has ordered ASI survey
SC said in 2019 Ayodhya verdict that status of no other place of worship will be allowed to change. Yet, civil judge has ordered ASI to find if mosque is built over temple.
Babri ruling is BJP’s golden goose. Mathura, Kashi signal to erase India’s Islamic history
Hindutva’s assertion involves demolition of mosques and reclaiming of temples. But it has just one faith — power.
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Indian law needs to account for women, make finance inclusive
Indian women face multiple barriers in accessing finance in an equitable manner. Research suggests adding a gender lens to existing laws and financial products is crucial.
Heatwave sends Indians into air-conditioned cars for relief, petrol sales soar
Petrol sales have gone up 14% during 1-15 May from the corresponding period in April, a considerable amount especially in comparison to other fuels.
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Desi defence start-up helps Army go off decades-long dependence on imported cold-weather gear
While AROO does research on the product, manufacturing is handled by another company with which it has a tie-up. The first set of AROO gear was delivered in second half of 2021.
How Congress is like the Ambassador & why Indian politics needs a brand new set of wheels
Like the car, nothing the party has done to reinvent itself has worked. Only way forward is to offer something looking towards the future, not in image of glorious past.