Scams of the Indian National Congress from 1947 Onwards The Indian National Congress (INC), which played a pivotal role in India’s freedom struggle, has also been marred by several scams and corruption scandals over the…
The Suresh Ram Scandal: A Political Controversy That Shook India Introduction The 1978 Suresh Ram scandal was one of independent India’s first major political sex scandals. It involved Suresh Ram, the son of Jagjivan Ram,…
Indian cinema has witnessed several cult classics over the years, but few films have left as deep an impact as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983). Directed by Kundan Shah, this dark comedy has become an…
Pyaasa: A Masterpiece of Indian Cinema Introduction Released in 1957, Pyaasa is one of the most iconic films in Indian cinema. Directed by Guru Dutt, it remains a timeless classic that continues to inspire and…
Maha Shivratri: The Night of Lord Shiva’s Divine Grace Maha Shivratri, one of the most significant and revered festivals in Hinduism, holds a special place in the hearts of millions of devotees. Celebrated annually, this…
Rudradaman I: The Great Shaka Ruler and His Legacy Introduction Rudradaman I was one of the greatest rulers of the Western Kshatrapas, a Shaka dynasty that ruled parts of western and central India from the…
The Shakas: The Indo-Scythian Influence on Indian History Introduction The Shakas, also known as the Indo-Scythians, were a nomadic warrior tribe originating from the Eurasian steppes. They played a significant role in shaping the history…
Hiranyagarbha: The Cosmic Golden Womb in Hindu Cosmology Introduction Hiranyagarbha, meaning “Golden Womb” or “Golden Egg,” is a significant concept in Hindu cosmology that symbolizes the origin of the universe. Found in the Rigveda (10.121)…
The UPA (United Progressive Alliance) government, which ruled India from 2004 to 2014 under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, faced several major corruption scandals that severely impacted its credibility. While economic growth was high during its…
The Anna Movement, also known as the India Against Corruption (IAC) movement, was a nationwide anti-corruption protest led by social activist Anna Hazare in 2011. The movement aimed to bring transparency and accountability in governance…