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Arun Anand

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He has authored two books on the RSS

Rage without Resolution: A year of disappointment for Bangladesh

WORLD

Rage without Resolution: A year of disappointment for Bangladesh

The July Uprising removed an entrenched regime, the aftermath has revealed deeper, structural problems. The interim government, instead of unifying the country and ensuring peace, has largely contributed to the national discontent. With no end to protests and no election date in sight, Bangladesh stands at a dangerous political crossroads 

From Agitation to Nation-Building: 70 Years of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh

INDIA

From Agitation to Nation-Building: 70 Years of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh

Sanghnomics: Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), founded in 1955, transformed India’s trade unionism by rejecting political agitation, promoting nationalist labour values, and emerging as the country’s largest, culturally rooted labour organisation

When a Catholic priest called RSS the ‘true heir of Mahatma Gandhi’

INDIA

When a Catholic priest called RSS the ‘true heir of Mahatma Gandhi’

Father Anthony Elenjimittam’s 1951 book argues that the RSS, not Congress, embodies Gandhi’s legacy, challenging secularism and defending its cultural ideals while debunking false narratives surrounding Gandhi’s assassination

A Rajya Sabha nomination from Kerala reignites the debate on political violence in the state

INDIA

A Rajya Sabha nomination from Kerala reignites the debate on political violence in the state

RSSFACTS: C. Sadanandan Master, a former teacher and BJP leader, nominated to Rajya Sabha, highlighting Kerala's political violence and ideological clashes, especially between RSS-BJP and CPI(M) in Kannur

Controversy Over Bharat Mata's Portrayal: National symbol or political icon?

INDIA

Controversy Over Bharat Mata's Portrayal: National symbol or political icon?

RSSFACTS: A controversy in Kerala arose over depicting ‘Bharat Mata’ with a saffron flag, which the LDF sees as a partisan symbol linked to RSS and Hindutva, questioning its alignment with India's secular nationalism

Rethinking 'Socialist' and 'Secular': Is It Time to Revisit the 42nd Constitutional Amendment?

INDIA

Rethinking 'Socialist' and 'Secular': Is It Time to Revisit the 42nd Constitutional Amendment?

RSSFACTS: The 42nd Constitutional Amendment, introduced during the Emergency, added ‘socialist’ and ‘secular’ to the Preamble. The debate surrounding this amendment, its broader impact, and its constitutionality warrants urgent reconsideration

Bangladesh’s budget reveals that Yunus-government is a mere placeholder

WORLD

Bangladesh’s budget reveals that Yunus-government is a mere placeholder

Bangladesh faces both political and economic challenges. The June budget offered the interim administration a chance to outline a vision, backed by appropriate allocations. Instead, the country got an uninspiring budget which kicked the can down the road

Why India should not forget the cost of Colonisation

POLITICS

Why India should not forget the cost of Colonisation

Sanghnomics: A new study revisits colonial-era records to highlight how British rule systematically drained India’s wealth through tribute, taxes, and remittances—hindering development and funding Britain’s global imperial ambitions

How RSS broke the stereotypes in Northeast and bridged the divide

INDIA

How RSS broke the stereotypes in Northeast and bridged the divide

RSSFACTS: The RSS’s work in Northeast India has played a crucial role in bridging ethnic, political, and social divides over the past century

Samvidhan Hatya Divas: How RSS ran a movement that world witnessed with awe

POLITICS

Samvidhan Hatya Divas: How RSS ran a movement that world witnessed with awe

RSSFACTS: Fifty years after the Emergency, this account recalls how Indira Gandhi’s authoritarian rule was resisted by the underground movement, with the RSS and Jana Sangh playing pivotal roles in defending democracy

RSS draws global attention as US delegation attends RSS meet

POLITICS

RSS draws global attention as US delegation attends RSS meet

RSSFACTS: A US delegation attended RSS’s prestigious valedictory session of third-year camp in Nagpur, signalling rising global curiosity and willingness to engage directly with the organisation, challenging long-held stereotypes in Western discourse.

Lessons in Leadership and Unity from Golwalkar: Shaping RSS ideology and succession

POLITICS

Lessons in Leadership and Unity from Golwalkar: Shaping RSS ideology and succession

RSSFACTS: Marking its centenary, the RSS showcases smooth leadership succession, social reform, and a global vision rooted in Hindutva, as outlined during Golwalkar’s transformative tenure

‘One Nation, One Symbol’ is key to India’s self-reliance

POLITICS

‘One Nation, One Symbol’ is key to India’s self-reliance

Sanghnomics: Swadeshi Jagaran Manch started a campaign to promote self-reliance and national security, advocating a ‘Made in India’ symbol to curb foreign goods, strengthen the economy, and support domestic industries

RSS@100: Unravelling the road map for next 25 years and beyond

POLITICS

RSS@100: Unravelling the road map for next 25 years and beyond

RSSFACTS: Mohan Bhagwat outlines RSS’s centenary goals: uniting Hindu society, maintaining an apolitical stance, and promoting global transformation rooted in cultural harmony, long-term vision, and inclusive social practices

What the Opposition can learn from RSS when it comes to 'national interest'

POLITICS

What the Opposition can learn from RSS when it comes to 'national interest'

RSSFACTS: The RSS has consistently advocated a firm, foresighted policy on Pakistan, urging national unity, strong leadership, and decisive action. It has supported both past and present governments in defending India’s interests and sovereignty

Indo-Pak Conflict: Time to build an indigenous economic defence strategy

BUSINESS

Indo-Pak Conflict: Time to build an indigenous economic defence strategy

Sanghnomics: The border conflict with Pakistan highlights the need for Swadeshi Economics as India’s indigenous economic model. India must build a self-reliant framework amidst global instability and conflict

Payback Time: Turkey’s support for Pakistan sparks backlash among swadeshi activists

INDIA

Payback Time: Turkey’s support for Pakistan sparks backlash among swadeshi activists

RSSFACTS: India’s Swadeshi Jagaran Manch (SJM) has launched a nationwide boycott of Turkish goods and tourism in response to Turkey’s support for Pakistan. The campaign includes protests, economic sanctions, and calls to suspend aviation links, impacting trade and tourism

Operation Sindoor: Why Pak Army is deliberately targeting Sikhs?

POLITICS

Operation Sindoor: Why Pak Army is deliberately targeting Sikhs?

RSSFACTS: Pakistan’s recent targeting of Sikh sites echoes past Muslim League-led violence against Sikhs. Historical context reveals deep-rooted hostility, with Sikhs repeatedly defending their faith and homeland alongside Hindus

How Pakistan’s terror network gets funded

WORLD

How Pakistan’s terror network gets funded

Pakistan hosts numerous terrorist groups with diverse funding sources including extortion, smuggling, Zakat collections, and foreign aid misuse. Despite international scrutiny, these networks thrive through state support, charity fronts, and a weak digital financial system 

Sardar Patel’s vision could have spurred faster growth than Nehruvian model

POLITICS

Sardar Patel’s vision could have spurred faster growth than Nehruvian model

Sanghnomics: Had Sardar Patel led India, economic policies may have focused on production, fiscal discipline, and minimal state control, avoiding Nehruvian socialism. This could have accelerated India's transition to an open economy by two decades

The Hindu Manifesto: Rethinking caste and Hindu identity

POLITICS

The Hindu Manifesto: Rethinking caste and Hindu identity

RSSFACTS: Swami Vigyananand’s ‘The Hindu Manifesto’ outlines eight civilisational pillars for a Hindu renaissance, challenges colonial and Western misconceptions about caste, and promotes a non-discriminatory, culturally rooted vision of Hindu society and national identity

National Security: Time to unite against terror and strengthen border security

TRENDS

National Security: Time to unite against terror and strengthen border security

RSSFACTS: The Pahalgam terror attack reignites national focus on radical Islamism, Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, and the crucial role of border communities and civil society, with RSS advocating unity, vigilance, and proactive national defence measures

Yunus regime is doing irreparable damage to Bangladesh’s economy

WORLD

Yunus regime is doing irreparable damage to Bangladesh’s economy

Sanghnomics: India's cancellation of transshipment facilities to Bangladesh, following anti-India rhetoric from the Yunus regime, threatens Bangladesh’s economy, worsens regional ties, and disrupts South Asian trade and connectivity initiatives

Who is the true heir of Ambedkar’s legacy?

POLITICS

Who is the true heir of Ambedkar’s legacy?

RSSFACTS: On Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, RSS leaders praised his legacy, highlighting efforts towards social harmony and constitutional values. Through initiatives like Seva Bharati, RSS advances Ambedkar’s vision, especially among marginalised communities and Scheduled Castes

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