Baisakhi is an important festival for the Sikh community and marks the beginning of the harvesting season. It’s celebrated either … More
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The Nightingale of India
The poet, politician, feminist and Independence activist, Sarojini Naidu (nee Chattopadhyay) was born on this day (Feb, 13) in 1879. … More
Cellular Jail
I was born after independence and hence did not see what the freedom struggle was all about. I had only … More
India Celebrates the 74th Republic Day
Today, on the 26th January, the proud India celebrates the 74th Republic Day to commemorate the adoption of the Indian … More
Maintain Sanctity of the Constitution
Hearing petitions seeking reforms in the appointment of election commissioners, recently a constitution bench of the Supreme Court asked the … More
Gandhi and Shastri – Prides of India
Today (2nd October) is the birthday of two great sons of India- Gandhi and Shastri. One was the best leader … More
The Idea of India: Time to Celebrate
As India celebrates the 75th anniversary of its existence as an independent nation, it’s time to reflect what India truly … More
Judiciary Needs Reforms
At any public forum, it has become an established practice that the government flags the pendency of cases in courts … More
Tricolour and its Designer
A national flag is the symbol of national pride for every citizen. Today (August 2) is the birth anniversary of … More
Rairangpur to Raisina: An Inspiring Journey
Mrs. Draupadi Murmu (64) yesterday won the presidential election by a thumping margin. She will take oath as the 15th … More