“Bhitri and the Dawn of Dusk: A Testament to the Gupta Twilight”
Nestled in the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, the town of Bhitri rests along the serene banks of the river Ganga, its quiet present belying a tumultuous and glorious past. To the untrained eye, it is just another North Indian town. But for those who know to look, Bhitri i...Read More
Kanshi Ram: A Political Phenomenon Beyond Comparison
A humble tribute to a visionary leader on his Parinirman divas with whom I worked in initial years
Such a phenomenon had never occurred before in Indian politics — and when it will happen again remains a question hidden in the womb of the future.
At nearly fifty ...Read More
Sanatan and Hindutva: The Eternal Ethos versus the Political Construct
In today’s India, few terms are as frequently used—and as frequently confused—as Sanatan and Hindutva. Both words are invoked in public debates, political speeches, and even courtrooms, often interchangeably. Yet, they represent two profoundly different ideas. One is a t...Read More
Aurangzeb A Victim Of Mistaken Identity
(The article draws upon themes explored in S. A. S. Kirmani’s book Aurangzeb: A Victim of Mistaken Identity – A Fair Trial.)
The legacy of Aurangzeb has long been a subject of intense debate and controversy. Traditionally cast as a ruthless, intolerant ruler in many ...Read More
The Illusion of Strength: How Post-2014 India Risks Losing Its Soul
When India voted in 2014, it was not merely a political transition — it was an emotional one. A country weary of corruption, coalition paralysis, and bureaucratic stagnation yearned for a leader who promised decisiveness and purpose. Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Pa...Read More
