POLITICS
Jawahar Lal Nehru and Sardar Patel: A complex legacy of disagreements and differences
RSSFACTS: The Congress Party’s claim to Sardar Patel’s legacy is ironic, given Nehru’s policy differences, dismissive actions after the latter’s death, and efforts to undermine his contributions to India’s unity
BUSINESS
Indian policy makers need to look beyond the erroneous World Happiness Index
Sanghnomics: India ranked 118th in the World Happiness Index, raising concerns over the unrepresentative data. The India Policy Foundation advocates prioritising happiness over GDP with a focus on health, education, poverty, and governance
POLITICS
Why a new Waqf law was needed to protect India’s Scheduled Tribes
RSSFACTS: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, addresses tribal land rights, with ABVKA highlighting misuse of the 1995 Waqf Act. The bill includes provisions to protect tribal lands from unlawful usurpation by Waqf Boards, benefiting Scheduled Tribes
BUSINESS
What RSS means when it seeks ‘One Nation, One Culture’
RSSFACTS: ‘Chiti’ is the national spirit or the natural character of the nation. A Nation cannot be simply created artificially, while a State can be so created. After World War II, a number of such states appear to have been formed. Man can create systems but a nation is born with a Chiti
WORLD
Operation Searchlight: The genocide that propelled the Bangladesh Liberation War
Operation Searchlight, launched on March 25, 1971, marked the brutal military crackdown by West Pakistan on East Pakistan, triggering the Bangladesh Liberation War. Rooted in political, economic, and linguistic oppression, this genocide ultimately led to Bangladesh’s independence after nine months of struggle
INDIA
Four guiding principles that will drive the RSS centenary celebrations
RSSFACTS: The RSS's centenary celebrations, set for 2025-2026, focus on expanding its core principles, including societal transformation, selfless work, and the Shakha system. These principles have helped the RSS grow into the world's largest voluntary organisation, shaping its impact across various fields
BUSINESS
Trump's Tariff War: 'Swadeshi economics' could be the only way to protect India's interests
Sanghnomics: The Swadeshi Jagaran Manch has been a proponent of Swadeshi economics and has a few suggestions that could protect India’s interests amid tariff war with the US. From making bilateral agreements to boosting “Atmanirbhar Bharat” policy, these are a few ideas that SJM thinks could help India chart its way forward
INDIA
Why it is important to implement a 1978 legislation to keep Arunachal safe
RSSFACTS: Arunachal Pradesh faces a rise in Christian conversions, impacting its demographic and strategic balance. The Akhil Bharatiya Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram demands the implementation of the 1978 Religious Freedom Act to protect indigenous faiths and cultural identity amid growing opposition
WORLD
Why the ‘Tiger’ need not dance with the ‘Dragon’
Sanghnomics: As US-China trade tensions rise, China seeks India’s support. However, India remains cautious due to past economic and security concerns. Experts argue India should prioritise ties with the US while leveraging trade opportunities arising from the tariff war
INDIA
Revisiting ‘The Fundamentalist Project’ to understand western bias against RSS
RSSFACTS: The Fundamentalism Project's analysis of the RSS faces criticism for incorrectly labelling the organisation as fundamentalist. Gurumurthy argues the project misrepresents the RSS, emphasising its ideological differences from Abrahamic fundamentalism and highlighting flaws in the academic framework applied
BUSINESS
India's gig economy is booming but not without challenges
Sanghnomics: India's gig economy is rapidly growing, with 7.7 million workers in 2020–21. The government introduced the Code on Social Security to recognise gig workers and provide social security benefits. The 2025-26 Budget includes measures to improve their welfare
INDIA
Rashtra Sevika Samiti's growth and vision for social transformation
RSSFACTS: The Rashtra Sevika Samiti, founded in 1936, focuses on empowering women through social service, leadership, and nation-building. With over 4,000 branches and 1,800 projects, it collaborates with the RSS to promote self-realisation, family values, social harmony, and civic responsibility
BUSINESS
How WTO surrendered to China leading to its downfall
Sanghnomics: US tariffs and China’s WTO misuse threaten the organisation’s credibility. India’s scepticism and failed WTO conferences reflect growing preference for plurilateralism over multilateralism, with China’s unfair practices, such as forced technology transfer and market barriers, exacerbating global trade tensions
INDIA
Golwalkar's Leadership: Expanding RSS amidst tumultuous times (1940-1973)
RSSFACTS: Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar, the second Sarsanghchalak of RSS, led the organisation through significant events like India’s Partition and independence. His leadership expanded RSS across India, strengthening its network, promoting Hindu unity, and inspiring countless volunteers during crucial years
BUSINESS
India needs a 'Third Way' to deal with new economic challenges
Sanghnomics: Trump’s protectionist stance sparks debate in India, with SJM advocating for a 'Swadeshi' economic model. The focus is on domestic demand, employment generation, and strategic autonomy to navigate global economic challenges
POLITICS
Reviving ‘vaad’ India’s ancient tradition for healthy content and constructive debates
RSSFACTS: This article highlights the importance of India’s ancient tradition of Vaad, advocating for constructive debate rooted in truth, as a solution to the current toxic discourse. It explores examples from the Ramayana, Upanishads, and Mahabharata, offering valuable lessons for contemporary discussions
POLITICS
BJP government in Delhi faces both short-term and long-term challenges
Sanghnomics: The newly elected BJP government in Delhi faces long-term challenges of managing migration and job creation, while addressing short-term issues like financial mismanagement, infrastructure neglect, and significant cuts in the capital outlay for key sectors.
INDIA
How AAP’s biggest vote bank was dented quietly
RSSFACTS: BJP didn’t experiment with a high-octane campaign on national issues, nor did it thrust a chief ministerial candidate at the last moment. These two factors have been its undoing in the past. RSS provided the force multiplier by identifying 10 broad categories around which all the meetings were held with locals across Delhi.
BUSINESS
To leverage AI, India needs a robust regulatory mechanism
Sanghnomics: India is developing its own generative AI model, set for release in 2025. The Economic Survey highlights potential job losses due to AI, particularly in service sectors. Regulatory frameworks are evolving, but ensuring timely legislation remains a significant challenge
POLITICS
Mahatma Gandhi’s Assassination: Blaming RSS, a tale of lies and political vendetta
RSSFACTS: After Gandhi's assassination, the RSS was wrongly blamed and banned. Despite unjust arrests and political targeting, investigations cleared the RSS of involvement. The ban was lifted in 1949, and subsequent investigations reaffirmed the organisation's innocence
BUSINESS
How can India navigate the challenges of e-commerce?
Sanghnomics: India’s e-commerce sector is growing rapidly, with potential for global expansion. However, to succeed in cross-border trade, India must address regulatory gaps, improve cyber laws, and create a comprehensive policy that aligns with global standards for safety and fairness.
INDIA
A battle of narratives on Indian tribals unfolds at Maha Kumbh
RSSFACTS: ABVKA’s events at Maha Kumbh 2025, including Youth Kumbh and Tribal Conferences, aim to promote tribal unity, cultural integration with Sanatan Dharma, and address issues like conversion, enhancing awareness of tribal rights, and strengthening social and religious bonds
BUSINESS
Can traditional Indian knowledge secure the future of ‘economics’?
Sanghnomics: Hindu economics, rooted in ancient Indian texts like the Vedas and Arthashastra, offers unique insights into abundance, market regulation, and fair trade. With a focus on self-employment, wage fairness, and consumer protection, it presents a potential solution to modern economic crises
BUSINESS
Mohan Bhagwat's remarks on Ram Temple and India's independence explained in historical context
RSSFACTS: Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks linking the consecration of the Ram Temple at Ayodhya to India's true independence have sparked controversy. He emphasised that the Ram Temple represents a victory of civilisational values over centuries of foreign invasions and religious intolerance
