Building New India: From Ram Mandir to True Swaraj
Consecration ceremony of Ram temple in Ayodhya can be seen as an affirmation of our faith and belief systems.
Category Society, Literature, Arts, Sports and Culture
The Wedding Maze: Homebound Glamour or Minimalist Ties
Should those who blow up small fortunes on lavish weddings be asked to spend the money locally or to spend less on weddings and more on capital formation, especially at a time of tepid investment?
A New Idea for India
Session ReportRiya A month Online Immersive Intermediate Certificate Training Course on Contours of Public Policy in India in Amrit Kaal was organized by IMPRI. The topics for the Day 7 of the online program were A New Idea for India,…
Rani Rashmoni to Helen Lepcha: The Inspiring Stories of Indian Women Who Fought for Freedom
The history surrounding the Indian Independence movement has undergone a transformation, progressing from initial colonial narratives to more sophisticated and comprehensive interpretations. It is crucial to shift away from the prevailing mainstream discourse around the movement, which mostly originates from a privileged caste viewpoint, and acknowledge the existence of several alternative voices.
Social Media, Flawed Realities and Resurge of Magic
TK Arun Social media accentuates the flaws in our conception of modernity to distort realityModernity is supposed to have ushered in the end of magic, with the help of rational thinking and scientific advance. Till recently, we saw magic as…
Towards Inclusivity in Disaster Management: Reflections on Challenges Faced by LGBTQ+ Communities in Disaster Situation
Dr. Lavanya Shanbhogue talked about inclusivity in disaster management, focusing on the challenges faced by queer communities in disaster and conflict situations. Dr. Shanbhogue draws attention to the complicated relationship between queer communities and the state, noting that despite the fact that the state frequently plays a major role in disaster relief efforts, there has historically been discrimination and oppression of queer communities by the state. Her objectives are to highlight the importance of recording the experiences of queer communities in disaster situations and to promote constructive policy changes based on empirical evidence.
Contemporary Legal & Judicial Proceedings & Way Forward
Maya Awasthy talked about Contemporary Legal & Judicial Proceedings & Way Forward surrounding the rights and recognition of India's transgender community. It starts by making a reference to the British colonial era, when transgender people (Hijras) faced discrimination and criminalization. It draws attention to the consequences of the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871, which labelled the Hijras as a criminal tribe.