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
BUSINESS
Rethinking GDP: A flawed measure of economic growth
Sanghnomics: The relevance of GDP as a measure of prosperity is questioned by experts, highlighting its limitations in addressing well-being, environmental concerns, and societal issues. Economists call for new metrics to better reflect nations' true progress and quality of life
POLITICS
Vishwa Hindu Parishad’s 1966 Mahakumbh at Prayagraj: A Hindutva milestone
RSSFACTS: The 1966 World Hindu Conference in Prayagraj, organised by VHP, gathered 25,000 delegates worldwide. It addressed global Hindu unity, cultural preservation, and peace, leaving a lasting impact on the Hindutva movement and strengthening VHP’s global influence
TECHNOLOGY
Why India needs a broader and more informed debate on cross-border data transfer
Sanghnomics: The draft rules for India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act focus on cross-border data transfer regulations, aligning with global frameworks like GDPR, PIPL, and emerging trends in cloud computing, AI, and data ethics, aiming to safeguard privacy and economic growth
POLITICS
RSS baiters need to understand the organisation, it is ‘Ajatshatru’
RSSFACTS: In this article the author addresses the misconceptions about RSS, explaining its ideological influence on the BJP, and the society as a whole. It urges critics like Kejriwal and Gandhi to join and experience the RSS firsthand for better understanding
POLITICS
RSS prepares for centenary year with organisational growth and outreach
RSSFACTS: As the RSS approaches its centenary in 2025, it continues expanding its organisational presence across India. With a focus on youth engagement and social transformation, it is also at the forefront of disaster relief and community service
INDIA
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure: A model for global governance
Sanghnomics: India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), featuring Aadhaar, UPI, and e-governance platforms, has revolutionised governance, promoting financial inclusion, transparency, and efficiency. Its success has inspired developing countries, especially in Africa and South Asia, to adopt similar models for socio-economic transformation.
POLITICS
Delhi battles financial strain amid freebies and faces declining budget allocations
Sanghnomics: As Delhi prepares for elections, AAP's "freebies" clash with the city's financial challenges. Budget cuts across vital sectors, mounting losses in state enterprises, and questions over fiscal management highlight the urgent need for corrective measures to improve Delhi's financial health.
POLITICS
Nehru had sidelined Ambedkar forcing his resignation and failed to protect Harijans
RSSFACTS: Dr. Ambedkar resigned from Nehru's cabinet in 1951, criticising his treatment and neglect of Dalit welfare. He expressed frustration over lack of portfolio assignments, cabinet committee exclusions, and the Congress's failure to address the needs of Scheduled Castes
POLITICS
‘One Nation, One Election’ can boost India’s economic growth
Sanghnomics: Implementing ‘One Nation, One Election’ in India is expected to boost GDP growth, reduce inflation, and increase private investments, while also alleviating the financial burden on migrant workers and minimizing disruptions to production activities and governance
