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Arun Anand

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He has authored two books on the RSS

Caste Census: RSS advocates constitutional and administrative approach, not a political one

POLITICS

Caste Census: RSS advocates constitutional and administrative approach, not a political one

The RSS supports addressing caste issues through constitutional means, avoiding political exploitation. They emphasize that caste census and reservations should focus on social benefit rather than electoral gains, promoting unity and integrity

Key Takeaways from RSS Meet: Focus on expansion, women safety, protecting Hindus globally

POLITICS

Key Takeaways from RSS Meet: Focus on expansion, women safety, protecting Hindus globally

The RSS’s three-day meeting in Palakkad concluded on September 2. Key agenda included expanding outreach, enhancing women’s safety, and supporting global Hindus, with a commitment to real, impactful work

How roadmap for building a prosperous India can be guided by 'Integral Humanism'

INDIA

How roadmap for building a prosperous India can be guided by 'Integral Humanism'

Modi government in its third term is faced with significant challenges. As India’s young population grows, the government must address crucial goals outlined by RSS thinkers, including reducing freebie culture, curbing rural-to-urban migration, and prioritizing small-scale industries and agriculture

What really happens when the RSS top brass meets BJP during co-ordination meetings?

INDIA

What really happens when the RSS top brass meets BJP during co-ordination meetings?

In the meeting scheduled at the end of this month, RSS will review the progress and practices of organisation inspired by it, including the BJP. The aim is to enhance co-ordination and effectiveness among all RSS-inspired groups, reflecting the ongoing collaborative relationship between the RSS and BJP

Why India needs to establish strong indigenous e-commerce platforms

INDIA

Why India needs to establish strong indigenous e-commerce platforms

India is expected to surpass the US and become the second largest e-commerce market by 2034. However, it is fraught with serious dangers if mega entities are not regulated. The need of the hour is for India to promote its indigenous e-commerce platforms

Eknath Ranade: Architect of unity behind the Vivekananda Rock Memorial

INDIA

Eknath Ranade: Architect of unity behind the Vivekananda Rock Memorial

Eknath Ranade played a crucial role in mobilizing national support for the construction of the Vivekananda Rock Memorial. His efforts exemplify a blend of visionary leadership, strategic mobilization, and nationalistic fervor

IMF’s take on India’s economic growth should trigger rethink on consumption-driven model

BUSINESS

IMF’s take on India’s economic growth should trigger rethink on consumption-driven model

Sanghnomics: India’s indigenous economic models have always emphasized on restrained consumption. However, the Western economic models, especially those following the Keynesian school of thought have led to reckless consumption 

How RSS played a crucial role in protecting millions during partition

INDIA

How RSS played a crucial role in protecting millions during partition

The RSS played a major role during India’s partition protecting Hindus and Sikhs, with leaders like MS Golwalkar coordinating efforts. Their bravery during the crisis was later overshadowed by political controversies and a subsequent ban by Congress 

How ‘Integral Humanism’ is on ample display in Modi government’s latest budget

INDIA

How ‘Integral Humanism’ is on ample display in Modi government’s latest budget

Budget 2024 aligns with the BJP's ideology of Integral Humanism, emphasising unity, societal welfare, and cultural self-reliance. It promotes inclusivity through targeted schemes, prioritises disadvantaged regions, and supports self-reliance with strategic investments

International Day of World’s Indigenous People: Why India should not ape the west in celebrating it?

INDIA

International Day of World’s Indigenous People: Why India should not ape the west in celebrating it?

The International Day of World’s Indigenous People, observed on August 9, is somewhat irrelevant for India as all Indians are considered indigenous. Instead, there's a lot of significance of India’s Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas which is celebrated on November 15

Why India must regulate the marketing of ultra-processed foods

INDIA

Why India must regulate the marketing of ultra-processed foods

Sanghnomics: It has been argued that the use of excessive amounts of sugar, salt (sodium) and saturated fats by the food processing industry may be the reason for a rise in diabetes, blood pressure, kidney and liver diseases. Appropriate laws and regulations could play a critical role in addressing pressing public health issues

How RSS funds itself through the unique tradition of ‘Guru Dakshina’

INDIA

How RSS funds itself through the unique tradition of ‘Guru Dakshina’

Guru Dakshina is a tradition which has never been broken in the RSS and is considered to be the most revered and sacred one. The programme helps the organisation to expand its outreach by getting non-RSS members involved

Solution for unemployment lies in creating entrepreneurs and not merely jobs

INDIA

Solution for unemployment lies in creating entrepreneurs and not merely jobs

The RSS leadership has repeatedly emphasised that creating more employment does not mean creating more jobs, it has proposed that the government needs to promote entrepreneurship in the country

Congress has been systematically targeting RSS with bans, a brief look at history

POLITICS

Congress has been systematically targeting RSS with bans, a brief look at history

Since 1948, Congress has periodically enacted bans aimed at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), with the intention to challenge the organization's influence within India 

Understanding the origins of Modi government’s economic philosophy ahead of Budget 2024-25

BUSINESS

Understanding the origins of Modi government’s economic philosophy ahead of Budget 2024-25

One of the fundamental beliefs of the Modi government has been to make India self-reliant. It has worked tirelessly in that direction and the continuation of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ policy in this year’s Budget is highly likely

Truth behind RSS chief Balasaheb Deoras’ letters to Indira Gandhi during Emergency

INDIA

Truth behind RSS chief Balasaheb Deoras’ letters to Indira Gandhi during Emergency

An account of what had transpired between the RSS chief and the then PM, Indira Gandhi, after the Sangh was banned during Emergency in 1975

India Budget: Original economic models can help reduce tax burden with fiscal prudence

BUSINESS

India Budget: Original economic models can help reduce tax burden with fiscal prudence

Sanghnomics: Reducing taxes and the issue of ‘fiscal discipline’ takes prominence for this year’s budget. A bold, new approach based on Hindu economics could benefit both the government and common people

How British government tried to restrict RSS and was defeated in legislative council

INDIA

How British government tried to restrict RSS and was defeated in legislative council

#RSSFACTS | A circular barring government servants from joining RSS was contested in the legislative council and the British lost. The Sangh maintained that it is aloof from politics and has no hatred for any other institution. A stance it has kept till date

What India needs is ‘right development’ and not merely ‘development’

INDIA

What India needs is ‘right development’ and not merely ‘development’

#Sanghnomics: Samyak Vikas or right development means fulfilling physical and psychological needs and leading towards the spiritual fulfilment individually. The goal is to move to a happy, contented, prosperous society leading to the common weal

How RSS looks at Hindu Nationalism and why it is misunderstood

POLITICS

How RSS looks at Hindu Nationalism and why it is misunderstood

The concept of ‘Hindu Nationalism’ represents values rooted in our civilisation. The RSS is only carrying forward a legacy that was forgotten and has come under the influence of those who have been looking at Bharat through an ideological lens which does not represent our value system

Temple economy both stable and inclusive, unlike industries

MARKETS

Temple economy both stable and inclusive, unlike industries

Sanghnomics: Industrial capitalism is inherently unstable. Cities centred upon it sometimes decline as competitors emerge. In contrast, cities sustained by temple-based  economies always thrive 

How ‘shock troops’ of RSS, including Narendra Modi, led the movement against Emergency

POLITICS

How ‘shock troops’ of RSS, including Narendra Modi, led the movement against Emergency

During Emergency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was an RSS Pracharak -- managed to evade arrest and went on to play an important role in steering the underground movement

Amid unprecedented heatwave, RSS bats for nature-friendly development model 

INDIA

Amid unprecedented heatwave, RSS bats for nature-friendly development model 

Sanghnomics: RSS has proposed a sustainable development model which is affirmative on climate action to successfully deal with the ‘heatwave crisis’ in the country 

RSS’ viewpoint on minorities and why it considers everyone as Bharatiyas

BUSINESS

RSS’ viewpoint on minorities and why it considers everyone as Bharatiyas

RSS doesn’t believe in the binary of majority and minority and the image that the organisation represents only the latter is a stereotype portrayed by its detractors

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