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Nagesh Bhushan  In late 2024, India’s intelligence agencies struck a blow against a covert Pakistani espionage network in what has been dubbed Operation Sindoor. The operation unmasked an eclectic array of operatives—YouTubers, security personnel, and local informants—revealing the audacious scope of Pakistan’s grey zone warfare tactics. These shadowy strategies, which exploit the ambiguous space between peace and conflict, are reshaping global security dynamics. For India, a nation navigating a volatile geopolitical neighbourhood, the challenge is acute. Grey zone warfare—encompassing espionage, cyberattacks, and disinformation—demands a response that transcends traditional defence mechanisms. Engaging India’s 1.4 billion citizens as active partners in countering these threats is not just prudent; it is essential. This article examines the nature of grey zone warfare, its implications for India, and proposes a framework for harnessing public participation, drawing lessons from Ope...

T. Chiranjeevulu, IAS Ret. ప్రజాస్వామ్యం యొక్క ముఖ్యమైన మూడు స్తంభాలు శాసన వ్యవస్థ, కార్యనిర్వాహక వ్యవస్థ, న్యాయ వ్యవస్థ. ప్రజాస్వామ్య పరిరక్షణకు స్వతంత్ర న్యాయవ్యవస్థ వెన్నెముక లాంటిది. చట్టబద్ధమైన పాలన, పౌరుల ప్రాథమిక హక్కుల రక్షణ, రాజ్యాంగ పరిరక్షణ వంటివి న్యాయ వ్యవస్థ ప్రధాన విధులు .అలాంటి అత్యంత కీలకమైన న్యాయవ్యవస్థలో ఈ దేశం లొ 85 % శాతానికి పైగా ఉన్న బహుజనుల పాత్ర ఏమిటి? వాటా ఏమిటి? (ఇస్సా ఎంత?) న్యాయ పాలనలో బహుజనుల భాగస్వామ్యం అవసరం లేదా? స్వాతంత్ర్య ఉద్యమ కాలం నుంచి నేటి వరకు చూసినట్లయితే అగ్రవర్ణాలు / అగ్రకులాల ఆధిపత్యమే న్యాయ రంగంలో కొనసాగుతుంది . అడ్వకేట్స్ ల లో కూడా ఆధిపత్యం అగ్ర వర్ణాలు/కులాలదే.ఇంకా ఈ రంగము లొ సమాన అవకాశాలు.సామాజిక న్యాయం ఈ దేశ మెజారిటీ ప్రజలకు అందడం లేదు.సబార్డినేట్ కోర్టులలో / జిల్లా కోర్ట్ లలో రిజర్వేషన్లు అమలులో ఉన్నప్పటికీ కీలక ఉన్నత న్యాయ స్థానాలైన హైకోర్టు మరియు సుప్రీం కోర్టులలో న్యాయమూర్తుల నియామకాలలో రిజర్వేషన్లు అమలులో లేకపోవడంతో ఈ రంగంలో బహుజనుల పాత్ర నామమాత్రంగా మిగిలిపోయింది .అగ్రవర్ణాల చేతులలోని న్యాయమును అర్థించాల్సిందే గాని ఆదేశించే స్థాయి...

Let’s Learn from Nagaland to Make India’s Caste Census a National Triumph! May 25, 2025  India’s bold move to conduct a caste census in 2025, the first in 94 years, is a historic step toward social justice and equality. With 1.4 billion people and thousands of castes, the task is monumental: logistical challenges, social sensitivities, and the shadow of the 2011 Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC), which faltered with 46 lakh inconsistent caste entries, loom large. Yet, Nagaland’s 2011 Census lights the way. Through its communitization model, village councils, tribal hohos (apex bodies), and church networks achieved near-universal participation. Political parties—national and regional—hold the key to making this caste census inclusive, accurate, and transformative for all of India. Nagaland: A Model of Unity In 2011, Nagaland, home to 1.98 million people, 86.5% of whom are Scheduled Tribes (STs), conducted a stellar census despite rugged terrain and diverse tribal identities. I...

  Stifling Discourse In a revealing social experiment, two alumni of a top-tier Hyderabad school, class of 2000, tested the pulse of their peers—urban, educated, affluent Hindus—in a WhatsApp group chat. The cohort was impressive: half were settled in America or Europe, the rest held high-flying IT management roles in India, with former backbenchers turned entrepreneurs or politicians. Expecting robust debate on national issues, the experimenters instead found a wall of silence, exposing a deeper crisis of identity and engagement among India’s elite. A Muted Response The experiment began amid the Pahalgam incident, a spark of national tension. Raising it in the chat drew a curt rebuff: “No heavy topics, please.” The group favoured memes, birthday wishes, and nostalgia. As conflict escalated—drones buzzing, missiles launched—the silence persisted. Discussions on terrorism or radicalisation were privately discouraged to avoid “offending” Muslim members. Expressions like “Jai Shree Ra...

Nagesh Bhushan Community leaders and citizens hold the key to making India’s caste census a triumph of inclusion May 24, 2025  India’s decision to include caste in its 2025 census, the first such exercise since 1931, is a bold step toward data-driven social justice. With 1.4 billion people and thousands of castes, the task is formidable: logistical barriers, social sensitivities, and the ghost of the flawed 2011 Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC), which recorded 46 lakh inconsistent caste entries, loom large. Yet, inspiration lies in Nagaland’s 2011 census, where community leaders and citizens turned a challenging count into a model of inclusivity. As India embarks on this historic endeavor, the active participation of local leaders and ordinary citizens will be the linchpin of success. Nagaland’s Lesson : Communities as Catalysts In 2011, Nagaland, a north-eastern state of 1.98 million, achieved near-universal census participation despite rugged terrain and tribal diversity (...

In a single district in India, 400 complaints have been filed against Neha Singh Rathore, a Bhojpuri folk singer known for her protest songs. The deluge of legal actions—likely First Information Reports (FIRs)—raises troubling questions about free speech, caste-based tensions, and the politicisation of India’s legal system. A recent commentary in Hindi captures the absurdity: “400 complaints in one district? Is the police’s sole task to pursue such cases?” The episode underscores a broader malaise in India, where dissent is increasingly stifled under the guise of law enforcement. A Voice for the Marginalised Ms. Rathore, a native of Bihar, has gained prominence through songs like Bihar Mein Ka Ba? (What’s Happening in Bihar?), which critique governance failures, corruption, and caste inequalities. Her music, shared widely on platforms like YouTube and X, resonates with millions, particularly among marginalised groups such as Dalits and Scheduled Tribes (ST). Yet her outspo...

Delegation Diplomacy or Damage Control ? India’s Global Spectacle Amid Domestic Crises - Shedding Responsibility, Dodging Accountability, Evading Answers …   Source : https://nyayavimarsha.com/current_affairs/delegation-diplomacy-or-damage-control- By : Natraj V Shetty Date : 23/05/2025 Diplomacy is often defined as the subtle pursuit of national interest. Yet today, it seems more like a global detour designed to avoid domestic accountability. Diplomacy was once about subtlety and strategy. In Modi’s India, it’s about boarding flights to nowhere, hoping no one asks the tough questions. Once more, in the presence of harsh realities , Pakistan-sponsored terror, global pressure and a fast-fastening neighbourhood. Despite holding a tactical upper hand in the recent armed conflict with Pakistan, the Modi government refrained from decisive action,  instead it capitulated to diplomatic pressure, meekly agreeing to a ceasefire orchestrated by then U.S. President Donald Trump. A displ...

I ndia’s first caste census since 1931 offers a chance to reshape social policy, but only if it learns from past successes May 20, 2025 | Hyderabad  When India announced in May 2025 that its upcoming census would include caste data for the first time since 1931, it reignited a debate as old as the republic itself: how to balance social equity with the complexities of identity. The caste census, aimed at refining affirmative action and welfare schemes, faces daunting challenges—diverse identities, logistical hurdles, and fears of social unrest. Yet, a small state in India’s north-east offers a blueprint. Nagaland’s Census 2011, which achieved near-universal participation despite rugged terrain and tribal diversity, shows how community engagement can deliver reliable data. As India embarks on this historic exercise, Nagaland’s model of inclusivity could be the key to success. A Communal Triumph Nagaland, a hilly state of 1.98 million people, 86.5% of whom are Scheduled Tr...

. The Chola Dynasty was a Tamil thalassocratic empire of southern India, one of the longest-ruling dynasties in world history. The earliest datable references to the Chola are in inscriptions from the 3rd century BCE left by Ashoka, of the Maurya Empire and Kalinga ruler Kharavela’s inscription at Hathigumpa. As one of the Three Crowned Kings of Tamilakam, along with the Chera and Pandya, the dynasty continued to govern over varying territory until the 13th century CE. Despite these ancient origins, the period when it now is appropriate to speak of a "Chola Empire" only begins with the medieval Cholas in the mid-9th century CE. Possibly because much of our history was written by the Delhi centric establishment and the north centric mythology that got integrated with brahminical Hinduism.

A Bridge Across the Bosphorus In November 2019, the Indian National Congress (INC), India’s storied political giant, unfurled a new banner in Istanbul with the opening of an Indian Overseas Congress (IOC) office, led by Mohammad Yusuf Khan. Far from a clandestine outpost, this move was pitched as a charm offensive to woo Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and bolster India-Turkey ties in trade, culture, tourism, and education. But in the cauldron of social media, particularly on X, the office has been spun into a spicy saga of geopolitical intrigue, with whispers of anti-India motives and shadowy alignments. So, what’s the real story behind this Turkish delight? The IOC: Not a Party, but a Party of Sorts The Indian Overseas Congress is no rebel faction storming Turkey’s political scene. It’s an NRI-led arm of the INC, designed to keep the diaspora tethered to the party’s ethos while waving the flag for bilateral goodwill. Think cultural festivals, trade talks, and nostalgic chats about India’...

As Donald Trump embarks on his second term as U.S. president, India faces a conundrum. The euphoria among some Indian nationalists, who once saw Trump as a kindred spirit in his anti-China stance and strongman persona, has given way to disillusionment. His recent pronouncements—pressuring Apple’s Tim Cook and Tesla’s Elon Musk to shun manufacturing in India, boasting of strong-arming New Delhi into ceasefires, and cozying up to controversial Middle Eastern regimes—reveal a leader driven by self-promotion and American economic nationalism. With Trump’s “America First” agenda set to dominate until 2029, India must chart a pragmatic course to safeguard its economic ambitions, security interests, and global standing. The Economic Tightrope Trump’s trade policies pose an immediate threat. His proposed tariffs—potentially 10-20% on all imports—could hit India’s $120 billion export market to the U.S., its largest, hard. Sectors like pharmaceuticals, IT services, and textiles, which employ mil...

Pre-Census Preparation : Form state-level task forces with caste leaders, local bodies, and NGOs to co-design the process, mirroring Nagaland’s tribal consultations. Conduct pilot surveys in diverse states to test methods and train enumerators. Awareness and Mobilization : Launch a national “Census for Equity” campaign, using regional languages, social media, and community events to highlight welfare benefits. Engage influencers (e.g., caste leaders, celebrities) to build support, as Nagaland did with tribal hohos. Data Collection : Deploy hybrid enumeration (digital and paper-based) to ensure inclusivity across urban and rural areas. Use standardized caste lists and trained enumerators to capture accurate data. Post-Census Actions : Publish data transparently, addressing SECC’s failure to release detailed findings. Use data to design targeted policies, e.g., education for marginalized castes, job programs for OBCs, or sub-tribal welfare in Nagaland.

By Nagesh Bhushan The Census 2011 in Nagaland stands as a model of effective data collection in a culturally unique and geographically challenging region, driven by robust community participation and strategic public awareness campaigns. With India’s government approving caste enumeration for the upcoming census—the first comprehensive caste count since 1931— Nagaland’s experience offers a blueprint for implementing a caste census nationwide.  Census 2011 in Nagaland: A Triumph of Community Engagement The Process Nagaland’s Census 2011, conducted in two phases—house listing (April–June 2010) and population enumeration (February–March 2011)—achieved remarkable success through community involvement. The state’s Directorate of Census Operations launched extensive pre-census awareness campaigns to educate its 1.98 million residents, 71% of whom live in rural areas. These campaigns were critical in a state dominated by Scheduled Tribes (STs, 86.5%) and characterized by linguistic divers...

M. Nageshwar Rao, IPS(Ret) The mantra of "Nation First" has become a rallying cry in contemporary Indian politics, fervently championed by the RSS, its political arm, the BJP and their affiliates—collectively known as the Sangh Parivar. Proponents of this ideology frame it as the ultimate expression of loyalty, unity, and strength — an unassailable virtue that transcends all other considerations. Yet, beneath this veneer of nobility lies a troubling reality: "Nation First" is a dubious and perilous doctrine, steeped in historical distortions and ideological subterfuge. Far from safeguarding Sanatana Dharma, also known as Hindutva, it threatens its very soul, undermining the moral clarity that has long guided Hindu society. This ideology, masquerading as Rashtriyata or Rashtravad, is not a natural outgrowth of India’s spiritual heritage but a Westphalian import, repackaged to fetishise the nation-state over the pluralistic, cosmic ethos of Sanatana Dharma. This artic...