Understanding China’s Critique: “US Hegemony and Its Perils” Understanding China’s Critique: “US Hegemony and Its Perils” In February 2023, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) released a significant report titled “US Hegemony and Its Perils.” This document serves as a comprehensive and sharp critique of what China perceives as the United States’ detrimental global …
Introduction While the British left in 1947, one institution remained untouched in spirit, structure, and psychology: the judiciary. Not merely a pillar of democracy, but a vestigial crown—the last surviving outpost of empire. India decolonized its Parliament. It could never decolonize its Courts i.e. its judicial system. This isn’t a poetic flourish. It is a …
Understanding the Current State of the U.S. Economy: Challenges and Solutions 🇺🇸 The Current Economic Landscape As of mid-2025, the U.S. economy is navigating a complex and shifting terrain. After a strong rebound in 2024, growth has slowed considerably. Real GDP contracted by 0.5% in Q1 2025, following a 2.4% increase in Q4 2024. …
Why Everything is Kadak in India Introduction Why do we Indians like everything kadak — strong, intense, bold? Kadak tea. Kadak coffee. Kadak spices. Even our arguments, politics, and cinema are kadak. This isn’t just about taste — it’s about culture, geography, and history. 1. Climate & Geography In hot, humid, or unpredictable climates like …
The Queen’s Daughters in India (1899) – Detailed Summary By Elizabeth W. Andrew and Katharine C. Bushnell 1. Scope & Purpose This investigative report, published in 1899, exposed the systemic exploitation of native Indian women and girls by the British Army through military-run brothels—called chaklas—within cantonments. The authors (who were members of Parliament) conducted a …
How to Sleep Healthy to Stay Healthy? 1. Understanding Your Sleep Duration Needs Why Do Some People Need More Sleep Breaks During the Day, Even After 6 Hours of Night Sleep? If you’re finding yourself needing multiple naps or struggling with daytime fatigue after just 6 hours of sleep, it’s a strong signal that your …
The Conversation as Destination: Talking Tourism in India 🚐 Why Some Travelers Come To India Just to Talk In India, conversation is more than background noise. It’s the main feature. Travelers who return often aren’t always drawn by the sights, but by something less tangible: the joy of spontaneous, unfiltered human connection. “I come to …