Tribal identity, tribal society, tribal culture and customs have been an intrinsic part of the Indian struggle for independence. During the uprising when the British were brazenly trampling our Janjatiya Asmita, a fervour of self-assertion and patriotism ignited our tribal communities. This renaissance was a cornerstone of resistance which later forged into an iron wall against colonial atrocities. A warrior and ideologue in this nationalist thought and struggle was Bhagwan

The story of women empowerment in India has found new protagonists—the Namo Drone Didis. These women are breaking barriers and embracing technology, showcasing strength and potential of women in the modern world.  A constant stream in PM Modi’s overall vision for India has been women-led development. Over the past 10 years, several steps have been taken to honour and empower women. ‘Beti’, ‘Matru’, and ‘Didi’ have served as key touchpoints

On 6th December 2024, the occasion of the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, an unwavering champion of social justice and the architect of India’s Constitution. The commitment to fulfilling Dr. Ambedkar’s vision of an equal society, where citizens are treated with dignity irrespective of their caste, is not only reflected in the Constitution but also in the policies of today. Hence, one

“The 70 years of the constitution have brought a mixed sense of joy, excellence and conclusion to us. This joy is for the fact that the spirit of the Constitution has been steadfast and unshakable. Even if there were such efforts ever, the countrymen have foiled those attempts together. The Constitution has not been allowed to be harmed ever. We have definitely registered the excellence due to the strength of

In 1992, amidst a wave of economic liberalization, the Trans-Himalayan region of Spiti was opened to outsiders and tourists for the first time. But even today, if one were to visit, the first impression would be that of a place stuck in time. As a young travel writer, when I visited Spiti in 2019, I remember thinking about two words – hauntingly beautiful – and then thinking about how expressions

Envisioning a nation marching towards sustainable economic growth and development is what the current government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strived to achieve since its inception. Through a network of tactfully planned and strategically designed initiatives, today we see highways and expressways running across the length and breadth of the nation. Because of its strategically aligned policy reforms, the government has been successful in bringing an unprecedented wave of