Category: Hindus

Factsheet: Share of Religious Minorities – A Cross-Country Analysis (1950-2015)

Economic Advisory Council to Indian Prime Minister has conducted an in-depth cross-country analysis on status of minorities worldwide, focusing on population shifts over 65-year time span of 1950 - 2015. This extensive survey, encompassing 167 nations revealed that in 1950, average percentage of majority religious groups was 75 percent. Over ensuing decades, this percentage saw … Continue reading Factsheet: Share of Religious Minorities – A Cross-Country Analysis (1950-2015) →

American Paradox: Campus Protests in U.S. Universities

This unfolding scenario in U.S. campuses, casts a sobering light on the United States, a nation that brands itself as a global proponent of human rights and freedom of expression, underscoring the imperative for the U.S. to embody the principles it espouses, lest its credibility, be called into question.  Rahul Pawa             Nearly seven months … Continue reading American Paradox: Campus Protests in U.S. Universities →

Reviving Bharat’s Ancient Heritage: Martand Sun Temple of Jammu and Kashmir

Introduction : Placed amidst the lush landscapes of Jammu Kashmir, Martand Sun Temple[i] stands as a flare of Bharat's rich cultural heritage and architectural brilliance. Dating back to the 8th century, this ancient temple, originally much larger than other prominent Sun temples like Modhera in Gujarat, Multan in Sindh, and Konark in Orissa, represents a … Continue reading Reviving Bharat’s Ancient Heritage: Martand Sun Temple of Jammu and Kashmir →

Adi Shankaracharya, Hindu Philosophical Icon

The sage is tallest in Hindu thought and way of life. He propounded Advaita as a unifier through debate, conciliation, logic and reasoning! Dr Aniruddh Subhedar Each person leaves some positive or negative impact on his or her surroundings and people. In some cases, it’s negligible and a few individuals are giants that leave their … Continue reading Adi Shankaracharya, Hindu Philosophical Icon →

A Civilizational War Won On Hindu Terms

Arun Anand The struggle for construction of Ram temple at Ayodhya lasted for about 500 years. It commenced immediately after demolition of the Ram temple by invader Babur's forces. For Bharatiya society, Islamist Babur represented and practised a set of values that didn't believe in co-existence. In contrast, Lord Rama personified civilizational values that reflected … Continue reading A Civilizational War Won On Hindu Terms →

Exposing Inaccuracies: A Sharp Critique of the US State Department’s Human Rights Report

Rohan Giri US State Department's annual human rights report for 2023 on Bharat (India)[1] appears to have lost credibility in its assessment of human rights incidents. It's latest edition brings forth numerous significant issues that necessitate a response. Unfortunately, the report's depiction of Bharat's human rights landscape suffers from a noticeable agenda, undermining its own … Continue reading Exposing Inaccuracies: A Sharp Critique of the US State Department’s Human Rights Report →

Half-Truths Presented to Debunk Hard Reality of Jihad

Jain, S., Alavi, M., & Sharma, S. (2024). Love Jihad and Other Fictions: Simple facts to counter viral falsehoods (1st ed.). Aleph. Dr Amritpal Kaur American novelist Colson Whitehead had said, ‘what isn’t said is as important as what is said’. The Book Love Jihad and Other Fictions is an apt example of what is left out … Continue reading Half-Truths Presented to Debunk Hard Reality of Jihad →

Big Expose on Islamist Disinformation Network: Case Against UK-IMC

This investigative report shines a light on sprawling network of Islamist disinformation within the United Kingdom. Focusing on organizations and individuals that masquerade as advocacy, educational or charity groups, this study details how these entities are not just disseminating manipulated narratives but intricately connected in a system designed to mislead the British public about issues … Continue reading Big Expose on Islamist Disinformation Network: Case Against UK-IMC →

Dreams, Promising Careers to Abrupt Death!

Harsh realities faced by Indian students seeking opportunities in US, Europe, UK & Australia need immediate recognition with comprehensive solutions Rohan Giri Shocking murder of Chirag Antil, 24-year-old student in Vancouver, Canada brings to fore pressing concerns that overseas students in particular from India faced while studying abroad. Chirag's murder is not a singular instance. … Continue reading Dreams, Promising Careers to Abrupt Death! →