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April 25, 2025 Narendra Modi, India’s prime minister, thrives on confrontation. In Bihar, where assembly elections loom, he has zeroed in on Pakistan as his foil. After the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 28 lives, Mr. Modi’s campaign rallies, like one in Madhubani, resound with pledges to “punish every terrorist and their backers”. Yet, in a state burdened by poverty, joblessness, and crumbling infrastructure, this fixation on external threats feels like a diversion. By banking on nationalism, Mr. Modi sidesteps Bihar’s deep-seated woes, wagering that patriotic zeal will eclipse voters’ frustrations. It is a calculated move that may secure votes but risks alienating a state desperate for progress. A State in Distress Bihar epitomizes India’s developmental divide: rich in potential, yet shackled by deprivation. Its per capita income, at ₹58,000 ($700) annually in 2023-24, is half India’s average. Over 30% of its 130m people live below the poverty line, and unemployment...

1. Context and Background Location and Timing : The attack occurred at 14:50 on April 22, 2025, in Baisaran Valley, a remote meadow 5 km from Pahalgam, accessible only by foot or pony. Known as “mini Switzerland,” it was crowded with tourists due to favorable weather after days of rain. In 2024, Kashmir saw 35 lakh visitors, including 43,000 foreigners, reflecting a tourism boom. Political Context : Jammu and Kashmir has faced an insurgency since 1989, driven by separatist groups seeking independence or merger with Pakistan. Violence dropped significantly after India revoked the region’s special status in 2019, splitting it into two union territories (Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh). The 2019 move allowed non-residents to buy land and secure jobs, issuing 83,000 domicile certificates by April 2025, sparking local resentment. Recent Trends : The attack is the deadliest since the 2019 Pulwama bombing (40 CRPF personnel killed) and the first major civilian-targeted assault since 2019. A Ma...

Below is a detailed examination of specific instances of Brahmin collaboration with Arab invaders as depicted in the Chach Nama , focusing on key figures, locations, and comparisons with other sources like Al-Baladhuri’s Kitab Futuh al-Buldan . I’ll also address the historiographical nuances and provide clarity on the roles of Brahmins in Sindh during Muhammad bin Qasim’s conquest (711–712 CE). ♦️Specific Instances of Brahmin Collaboration 1. Brahmin Elites in Alor Details : Alor, the capital of Sindh under Raja Dahir, was a significant center of Brahmin influence. After Qasim’s victory over Dahir in 712 CE, the Chach Nama describes Brahmin “chiefs” (referred to as ra’is or notables) who surrendered to Qasim. These elites, likely administrators and temple overseers, negotiated terms to retain their roles. Key Figure : The text mentions a Brahmin named Sia (or Siva in some translations), a high-ranking official under Dahir, who facilitated Alor’s capitulation. Sia offered Qasim detail...

India's gross expenditure on research and development (R&D) as a percentage of its GDP is approximately 0.64%. This % has remained static at about 0.64% since 2019-20 and remains significantly lower than many other developed and developing countries. For example, the United States spends around 2.9% of its GDP on R&D, China spends 2.6% while countries like Sweden and Switzerland spend 3.2% and 3.4%, respectively. Israel spends over 6% making it an innovation powerhouse. Becoming Viksit and Vishwaguru depends on how much India can innovate and develop. Even that 0.64% of GDP we spend is mostly on government R&D institutions where time pass and puerile careerism is a way of life.