Tibetan Activist Warns UN of China's Colonial Assimilation
Tibetan activist Tenzin Dhardon Sharling accuses China of 'colonial assimilation' in Tibet at the UN Human Rights Council. Read the full confrontation and international response.
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8 States, Ladakh Rename Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan
Following an MHA directive, eight Indian states and Ladakh UT have renamed the Governor's house from 'Raj Bhavan' to 'Lok Bhavan' to move away from colonial-era nomenclature. Read the full story.
Nagpur Raj Bhavan Renaming to Lok Bhavan Delayed
The proposed renaming of Nagpur Raj Bhavan to 'Lok Bhavan' is delayed, pending formal approval from Governor Acharya Devvrat. The move is part of a national effort to replace colonial-era terms.
Kerala Raj Bhavan Officially Renamed Lok Bhavan
Kerala's Raj Bhavan is now Lok Bhavan following a Union directive. Governor Arlekar calls it a shift from colonial to democratic mindset. Read about the historic change.
Bihar Raj Bhavan renamed 'Lok Bhavan'
Patna's historic Raj Bhavan is now Bihar Lok Bhavan, following a central directive to replace colonial-era names. The 1916 building's new identity sparks debate on symbolism vs. substance.
Assam, Tripura rename Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan
Assam and Tripura officially change governor houses' name from Raj Bhavan to Lok Bhavan, following a 2024 conference recommendation. The move signifies a break from colonial past.
Uttarakhand Raj Bhavan Now Lok Bhavan
Uttarakhand renames Governor's residences in Dehradun & Nainital to Lok Bhavan, following a central advisory to drop colonial-era titles. Read about the symbolic shift.
Colonial Translation Forged Gujarat's Scientific & Literary Giants
In 1823, Colonel Jervis translated math into Gujarati for workers, sparking a movement. Discover how literary icons like Mahipatram Nilkanth became scientific translators, shaping Gujarat's knowledge landscape.
Army Cantonment Excision Process Stalled in Himachal
The Ministry of Defence has halted the excision of civilian areas from British-era army cantonments in Himachal Pradesh, leaving residents frustrated after years of protests demanding freedom from military control.
3 ex-delivery agents arrested for Rs 5 lakh Delhi robbery
Delhi Police arrests 3 former delivery executives for robbing a quick commerce agent of Rs 5 lakh in Shadipur. One accomplice is still at large. Read the full investigation details.
Bhagwat Challenges Colonial India Fragmentation Theory
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat rejects colonial narrative of pre-British India fragmentation, explains Indian concept of rashtra vs Western nationalism. Discover India's civilizational unity.
Bhagwat: India's Rashtra Concept Ancient, Not Western
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat argues Gandhi's view of pre-colonial Indian disunity was shaped by colonial education. Discover India's ancient organic nation concept.
Modi vs Macaulay: Redefining India's Colonial Legacy
PM Modi's repeated critiques of Thomas Macaulay's colonial education system spark national conversation about India's intellectual decolonization and cultural identity.
Indians Enter Bombay's Elite Colonial Clubs: A Historic Shift
Discover how Indians gradually gained entry into Bombay's exclusive British clubs post-independence, marking a significant social transformation in India's history. Read this fascinating account of cultural integration.
Pune's 10x12 ft museum houses 1000 historical treasures
Discover Anandi Sansar in Pune's Kasba Peth - a 10x12 ft museum housing 1000 brass, copper & silver artefacts collected over 35 years by Girish Potphode. Open daily 6-8 PM.
Modi's Civilizational Vision for India's Constitution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's critique of colonial mentality sparks debate about reinterpreting India's constitutional identity through civilizational values. Read analysis.
Dhanbad Police Solves Tipper Truck Loot in 24 Hours
Dhanbad police achieved a major breakthrough by solving a tipper truck loot case within 24 hours. Two suspects arrested from Bihar and Jharkhand. Read the full investigation details.
1920s India: 2.5x Larger Before 5 Partitions Reshaped Map
Historian Sam Dalrymple reveals how arbitrary deadlines and forgotten violence reshaped India from a massive empire to modern nations. Discover the untold partition stories.
PM Modi's Ayodhya Speech on Civilisational Pride
PM Modi's powerful speech at Ram temple ceremony emphasizes civilisational pride, critiques colonial mindset, and outlines vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047. Read the full analysis.
UP Ends Colonial Law Making DM's Wife Head Women's Panel
Supreme Court forces UP government to abolish colonial-era law mandating district magistrate's wife as Zilla Mahila Samiti president. New bill drafted after SC criticism.
SC condemns UP's colonial-era spouse appointment practice
Supreme Court questions Uttar Pradesh's colonial practice of giving bureaucrats' spouses ex-officio posts without democratic process. Read about the landmark judicial intervention.
PM Modi's 10-Year Vision to Reform Indian Education
PM Modi urges a decade-long commitment to overhaul India's colonial-era education system, emphasizing cultural roots and self-reliance. Join the educational revolution!
Abolish Governor Posts to Decolonise Indian Polity
Suhit K Sen argues India's federalism remains a colonial legacy reinforced by judicial sanction. Learn why abolishing governor posts is crucial for true democracy.
1930 Bengal Bombings: Freedom Fighters' Attack on British Raj
On August 14, 1930, Bengali freedom fighters launched coordinated bomb attacks against British symbols in Calcutta, marking a significant moment in India's independence struggle.
Exploring the Secret History of Hindi Writing
Discover how political and cultural forces shaped Hindi publishing. A deep dive into Tyler W. Williams' book on material text artefacts and their impact.
Colonial Mindset in India: Tavleen Singh Analysis
Tavleen Singh argues colonial mindset persists in Indian governance and education despite political changes. Read her critique of continuing British-era practices under current leadership.
Defending Lord Curzon's Viceroyalty in 1902 India
Explore the controversial defense of Lord Curzon's viceroyalty in 1902 India, examining his administrative policies and the historical context that shaped British colonial rule.
Armed robbers steal ₹2.3 lakh from Rourkela transport firm
Armed masked men robbed Maa Tarini Transport in Koida, Sundargarh, taking ₹2.3 lakh cash and damaging equipment. This marks the third major robbery in Bonai sub-division recently. Police investigation underway.
Bengaluru ATM Heist: Rs 7 Crore Looted by Fake Tax Officials
Daring daylight robbery in Bengaluru as criminals disguised as government tax officials steal over Rs 7 crore from ATM cash van. Police launch massive manhunt.
PM Modi Aims to Reverse Macaulay's Education Legacy in 10 Years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticizes Thomas Macaulay's colonial education system, calling it India's heavy price. Learn about the 200-year legacy and new reform timeline.
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