Ambedkar, Buddhism and Dalit Liberation
Events of the last few days indicate AAP and BJP worship Ambedkar purely for electoral gains and not from commitment to his ideas.
The Call Heard Around the World: Free Julian Assange Now!
Thousands of people formed a human chain around the UK Parliament on October 8 to demand freedom for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. Actions in solidarity with the imprisoned journalist were held across the world, including in Morocco, Brazil, Australia, and the US.
The Music of Humanity
Gandhi remains so real. It is because he drew meaning from ordinary things, especially those that signified the persistence of friendship and love amidst hatred and violence. That is why his life and message are so much a part of the “still sad music of humanity”.
Why Bhagat Singh Was Not the Ultimate Militant Nationalist He’s Made Out to Be
His careful reading of the history of the revolutions led him to conclude that revolutions were not made by bombs and pistols – the most important thing was to mobilise people, a far more difficult prospect. The real battle was the battle of hearts and minds.
What Does it Mean to Be a Political Alternative?’: Thoughts of a Congress Party Member
‘Delivering a political alternative to the country will require my own party, the Indian National Congress to rediscover its true self’ – says the head of training of the Congress.
To Rahul with Love from Kanyakumari; Also: Rahul Speech in Delhi on ‘Mehangai’
Open Letter to Mr. Rahul Gandhi: Unlike the divisive, hateful, and violent monologue of the ruling dispensation, your Bharat Jodo Yatra is going to spread the seeds of unity, love, nonviolence, and dialogic engagement with all sections of our country. Also: Govt Facilitating Corporate Loot, Says Rahul Gandhi.
The Modi Government and the So-Called “Freebies”
A bizarre drama is unfolding in front of our eyes. The Modi government which has been giving away hundreds of thousands of crores of rupees as tax concessions to the monopolists, has expressed its opposition to what it calls “freebies”, that is, subsidies to other segments of the population.
The Sword of Bolivar Is Wielded Again by the People of Latin America
On August 7, 2022, Gustavo Petro and his running mate, Francia Márquez, were inaugurated as the President and Vice-President of the Republic of Colombia. This was one of the most historic events in Latin America for at least a century.
‘India Discovers Herself Again’: The Full Text of Jawaharlal Nehru’s ‘Tryst With Destiny’ Speech
Delivered to the Constituent Assembly on August 14, 1947, Nehru’s speech has been quoted often in the 75 years since it was first heard. The words stir a listener, reminding her of the spirit, trials and stories that make independent India. Also: a related article by Sidharth Bhatia.
Beyond Har Ghar Tiranga: Why Indians Must Plant Tagore’s Vision of Nationalism in Every Home
The philosopher-poet wanted a multi-cultural country rooted in egalitarianism, secularism and the right to dissent.