BUSINESS
OPINION | Swadeshi Economics: India’s third way beyond western models
Sanghnomics: India’s economic future calls for a ‘Third Way’ rooted in Swadeshi Economics. Revived under Modi, it seeks self-reliance, sustainability, and resilience, moving beyond Western capitalist or Marxist frameworks while addressing global and domestic challenges
POLITICS
OPINION | RSS Redefines Hindutva: A living, inclusive civilisational idea
RSSFACTS: RSS redefines Hindutva as a timeless, inclusive philosophy, focusing on unity, diversity, and the principles of Dharma. It connects Hindu culture, society, and civilisation while aligning with India's Constitution and values
POLITICS
OPINION | The RSS and the limits of western ‘right-wing’ labels
RSSFACTS: The RSS' ideology, rooted in Dharma, transcends Western political binaries. It emphasises cultural unity, social harmony, and moral restraint, making the ‘right-wing’ label inaccurate and misleading
INDIA
OPINION | Revisiting the Economic Roots of Swadeshi: Legacy and misconceptions
Sanghnomics: The Swadeshi movement, rooted in early critiques by thinkers like Lokhitwadi and Ghose, was an intellectual journey, not just a 20th-century nationalist reaction. Its economic legacy continues to shape modern self-reliance initiatives
POLITICS
OPINION | Rajju Bhayya: Architect of RSS's growth and ideological expansion
RSSFACTS: Rajju Bhayya, a key figure in RSS history, led the organisation during its expansive growth phase, championed Hindutva, and shaped the RSS's approach to politics, fostering global outreach and internal unity
POLITICS
OPINION | Balasaheb Deoras: Key architect of RSS’ 100-year legacy
RSSFACTS: Balasaheb Deoras, the third Sarsanghchalak of RSS, shaped the organisation’s growth, championed social equality, introduced key reforms like morning shakhas, and left a lasting impact on RSS’ structure and outreach
POLITICS
OPINION | BMS backs labour codes, marking major reform shift
Sanghnomics: The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh supports the Modi government’s new Labour Codes, which modernise outdated laws, expand wage and social security coverage, and introduce protections for gig and unorganised workers nationwide
POLITICS
OPINION | Why RSS’ articulation of ‘Being Hindu’ and ‘Hindutva’ is a much-needed intervention
RSSFACTS: Mohan Bhagwat reiterates that “Hindu” refers to shared civilisational Dharma, not religion or worship, emphasising spirituality, inclusiveness and the universal, eternal nature of Sanatan Dharma
INDIA
OPINION | India’s push for thorium-based nuclear energy and self-reliance
Sanghnomics: India is focusing on thorium-based nuclear energy to ensure energy security, reduce geopolitical vulnerabilities, and enhance global leadership in clean energy, with significant reserves and long-term development plans in place
POLITICS
OPINION | Why ‘Bharat Mata’ is central to the RSS’s concept of patriotism
RSSFACTS: For the RSS, patriotism is intertwined with devotion to the nation as a divine, collective entity. RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the central role of ‘Bharat Mata’ in RSS ideology, emphasising its spiritual significance
BUSINESS
OPINION | RSSFACTS: ‘Vande Mataram’ at 150: A prayer to the motherland; not a call to idolatry
RSSFACTS: It’s the song of the nation’s soul that inspires everyone. When the tendency to fragment the society on the parochial bases of caste, language, geography is on the rise, Vande Mataram is a thread that can bind us together
BUSINESS
OPINION | Beyond Quick Fixes: India’s air pollution crisis demands a paradigm shift in development
Sanghnomics: We are treating largely symptoms of a deeper malaise. The solution is to check reckless consumerism that has become the driving force of modern economic models
POLITICS
OPINION | Sardar Patel’s Legacy: Unity, integration, and the spirit of Ekta
RSSFACTS: Rashtriya Ekta Diwas honours Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s legacy of national integration. His correspondence reveals nuanced views on the RSS, while modern celebrations, like Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, promote unity and shared national identity
INDIA
OPINION | RSS’ worldview on education goes much beyond rewriting history books
RSSFACTS: RSS advocates replacing the colonial Macaulay education system with an indigenous, value-based model rooted in India’s civilizational ethos, emphasizing character-building, patriotism, and holistic national development
BUSINESS
OPINION | Swadeshi is more than shopping local, it’s about fostering self-reliance
Sanghnomics: The concept of ‘Swadeshi’ transcends mere buying Indian goods, emphasizing national self-reliance in production, knowledge, and culture. It calls for intellectual, technological, and civilizational independence in a globalized world
POLITICS
OPINION | Karnataka’s anti-RSS push and the court verdict Congress forgot
RSSFACTS: The Madhya Pradesh High Court quashed restrictions on central government employees' involvement with the RSS, recognising its apolitical social contributions and questioning the basis of past anti-secular claims, vindicating its nationalist role
POLITICS
OPINION | Decades-Old RSS Warning: Demographic imbalance now a critical concern
RSSFACTS: India’s changing religious demography, driven by illegal migration, poses national security concerns. The RSS has raised alarms, urging government action on border control, population policy, and safeguarding cultural identity
INDIA
OPINION | RSS’ Vision and the Six Global Transitions: Can India chart its own course?
Sanghnomics: Mohan Bhagwat advocates for India’s unique development path rooted in Dharma, emphasising traditional values and collective progress. This vision aligns with global transitions, offering India a chance to lead innovation
BUSINESS
RSS calls for adoption of Bharatiya model of development that does away with consumerism
RSSFACTS: At RSS Centenary Address, Mohan Bhagwat unveils RSS’ global outlook on development models and urges people to adapt traditional ways to contemporary needs
BUSINESS
OPINION | From Meenakshipuram to Ramjanmabhoomi: The untold story of RSS’ 1980s transformation
RSSFACTS: A mass conversion over four decades ago catalysed outreach among Scheduled Castes. In the process, it set in motion a chain of events that have arguably altered the course of Indian history Arun Anand
BUSINESS
OPINION | India needs a swadeshi economic model amid global shifts
Sanghnomics: India must adopt an indigenous economic model as Western frameworks fail to serve its needs, especially amid global protectionism, disrupted trade, and rising nationalist economic policies
POLITICS
OPINION | Conversions Back in Focus: Kerala debate rekindles a national question
RSSFACTS: A recent article by Kesari sparks debate on religious conversions in Kerala, with the RSS challenging missionary activities. The controversy revisits historical anti-conversion measures and their impact on India’s religious landscape
POLITICS
OPINION | RSS@100: Evolution of the Sarsanghchalak role
RSSFACTS: The Sarsanghchalak, or Chief Mentor, leads the RSS, with the position evolving over its 100-year history. The role has been passed down through nominated leaders, ensuring organisational continuity and ideological integrity
BUSINESS
GST reforms, swadeshi economics and the challenge from China’s trade tactics
Sanghnomics: Amid rising US tariffs and China's trade practices, India is strengthening measures against unfair trade, including dumping. A ‘Swadeshi’ economic model could counter China's economic statecraft and safeguard Indian industries
