Devendra Kumar Budakoti The debate over Indian parenting came to my mind again while reading about an incident involving a child’s behaviour on a flight in Canada on August 6. The child reportedly refused to sit down and fasten his seat belt. As a result, the flight was delayed, eventually cancelled, and rescheduled for the … Read more
Devendra Kumar Budakoti The recent protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi against the alleged paper leak drew attention not only because of the issue being raised but also because of the language used by some protesters. Placards, banners, slogans, and social media reels contained abusive and derogatory expressions that many citizens found offensive. While … Read more
By Devendra Kumar Budakoti The chief of the Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke, recently remarked that if he was not provided adequate security, he would be compelled to return to America. While the statement generated some discussion, it also raises a broader and more relevant question: what truly determines where Indians choose to live? Is … Read more
By Devendra Kumar Budakoti The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) victory with a clear majority in West Bengal in May 2026 marks a significant turning point in the state’s political history. Bengal, long regarded as a bastion of intellectualism, progressive politics, and ideological experimentation, has witnessed dramatic political transformations before. Yet, the emergence of the BJP … Read more
By Devendra Kumar Budakoti The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) victory with a clear majority in West Bengal in May 2026 marks a significant turning point in the state’s political history. Bengal, long regarded as a bastion of intellectualism, progressive politics, and ideological experimentation, has witnessed dramatic political transformations before. Yet, the emergence of the BJP … Read more
A unique initiative dedicated to preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Himalayan region and revitalizing village life, Chai Gramotsav will be celebrated on 22, 23, and 24 June this year. Marking its 17th year, the festival continues to generate enthusiasm among villagers and the wider community while serving as a model for sustainable rural … Read more
By Suresh Nautiyal Greenananda A Garhwali proverb says, “Na mama sye ta kaanu mama bhalu”—better a one-eyed uncle than no uncle at all. The saying aptly describes the condition of Uttarakhand’s film industry. We are proud to have a regional cinema of our own, yet when we examine its creative achievements, the reality is less … Read more
– Devendra Kumar Budakoti Gopal Krishna Gokhale, famous quote, “What Bengal thinks today, the rest of India thinks tomorrow,” emerged during a period when Bengal stood at the forefront of India’s intellectual, cultural, social, and political awakening under British colonial rule. To understand whether this idea still holds relevance today, one must examine the historical … Read more
— Suresh Nautiyal Greenananda Situated along Campbell Lane in the vibrant precinct of Little India, the Indian Heritage Centre stands not merely as a museum but as a bridge between memory and modernity, migration and nationhood. Opened on 7 May 2015 under the stewardship of the National Heritage Board, the Centre narrates more than the … Read more
Devendra Kumar Budakoti & Swagata Sinha Roy The Tamil Hindu diaspora in Malaysia celebrates the annual Thaipusam festival in major towns where temples dedicated to Lord Murugan are located. The most prominent celebration takes place at Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, which attracts millions of devotees and tourists each year. Over time, the Batu Caves … Read more