From Dr Bhabha's Vision of indigenous nuclear research to the SMR Revolution. Dr G Sateesh Reddy India's nuclear program stands as a testament to the nation's quest for energy independence, scientific prowess, and strategic autonomy. Launched in the aftermath of independence, it has evolved from modest research endeavours to a multifaceted initiative encompassing power generation, … Continue reading India’s Nuclear Odyssey
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Women of RSS Rashtra Sevika Samiti
Nari Shakti isn’t new to Bharat, it’s our tradition. As part of our special series on #RSS100Years, CIHS presents a primer on “Women of RSS: Rashtra Sevika Samiti”, rooted in Bharatiya sanskriti, it stands for Matrutva (universal motherhood), Kartrutva (skill and societal duty) and Netrutva (leadership). They preserve values that build families, communities, and the nation. Women of … Continue reading Women of RSS Rashtra Sevika Samiti
Wakhan Corridor: Thin Strip Rewriting South Asia’s Geopolitical Map
By N. C. Bipindra The October 2025 restoration of full diplomatic ties between India and Afghanistan is far more than a symbolic gesture. It represents a profound shift in the geopolitics of South Asia. At its heart lies a slender, mountainous stretch of land that could redefine power balances in the region: the Wakhan Corridor. … Continue reading Wakhan Corridor: Thin Strip Rewriting South Asia’s Geopolitical Map
Western Media lacks Framework to Understand RSS
Dog whistling by Washington Post reflects West’s failure to comprehend Bharat’s civilizational ethos and her resurgence. Dr Aniket Pingley / Nagpur What continues to baffle me about Western opinion-makers is not how little they understand Bharat. It is not about making very little efforts to understand it either. I’m more flummoxed about their own ignorance. … Continue reading Western Media lacks Framework to Understand RSS
Essence of ‘Hindutva’ is ‘Hinduness’
As part of our Special Series - #RSS100Years, We present "Essence of Hindutva is Hinduness,” a concise primer on Hindutva as a cultural-civilisational practice lived through personal discipline, seva, social harmony, and selfless public-spirited action. It defines key terms and clarifies core ideas as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (#RSS) marks its centennial year. Essence of Hindutva … Continue reading Essence of ‘Hindutva’ is ‘Hinduness’
Dr Kalam’s Vision, Today’s Reality
Dr G Sateesh Reddy When India gained independence, pressing need to indigenize defence systems was seriously felt, hitherto completely ignored by the British colonial regime. Bharat of 1950s imported most of its arms and ammunitions from United Kingdom. By the 1960’s, as part of global movement to contain communism, US joined this list by selling … Continue reading Dr Kalam’s Vision, Today’s Reality
Pragmatic, Strategic Pivot
Muttaqi’s visit marks a milestone; opens up opportunity for Bharat to regain its presence in Afghanistan, keep a vigil on China, Pak & US. Brig Brijesh Pandey Bharat’s engagement with Afghanistan has historically been shaped less by cultural outreach and more by hard security imperatives. The strategists in New Delhi have long understood that Afghanistan … Continue reading Pragmatic, Strategic Pivot
Enforced Disappearances, Human Rights and BLA’s Independence Call
By N. C. BipindraBalochistan has yet again entered a dangerous phase of political and humanitarian uncertainty.Recent declaration by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) to form an independent army and seek international recognition as a sovereign nation has brought decades-long freedom struggle against Pakistan’s reported occupation into sharp focus. While BLA’s statement marks a new and … Continue reading Enforced Disappearances, Human Rights and BLA’s Independence Call
CIHS: Letter to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Raises Concern Over Biased Event on “Hindutva in America” at Rutgers University
The Centre for Integrated and Holistic Studies (CIHS), a New Delhi–based independent think tank, has written to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy expressing concern over Rutgers University’s upcoming event titled “Hindutva in America: A Threat to Equality and Religious Pluralism.” . Hindutva in America_Rutgers_Event.pdfDownload
NPR’s Covert Operation to Market Fear on Hindus & RSS
Dr Aniket Pingley / Nagpur Were someone to write a handbook on “Pandering to Prejudice while Pretending to Report,” they need look no further than Diaa Hadid’s National Public Radio (NPR) write-up and radio broadcast RSS. Hadid hides lack of diligence behind familiar imagery and attempts to flatter an audience expectation instead of testing them. … Continue reading NPR’s Covert Operation to Market Fear on Hindus & RSS









