The Modani “Saga”: The Failed State of India

The article “The Modani Saga: The Failed State of India” critiques the state of financial as well as political governance in India, focusing on political corruption, financial mismanagement, growing crony-monopoly practices, and the over-polarization between the wealthy and the poor (1% versus the other 99%). It highlights the influence of powerful business figures, focusing particularly on Mr. Gautam Adani in terms of his questionable as well as controversiable business deals in and outside India, whereof it could be seen that Adani is running after shaping policies for personal profits at the cost of nature’s rights and people’s rights. The piece argues that India’s democratic and financial institutions such as the SEBI are eroding, and the country is spiraling into a “failed state” due to a lack of accountability and governance failures as revealed through reports released by Hindenburg Research Team.

Donation and Deletion: Is Wikipedia Crowd-Funded or Funded by the Superrich?

Posted on 16th September, 2024 (GMT 16:45 hrs) ABSTRACT The article questions Wikipedia’s claim of being crowd-funded, suggesting that the platform is influenced by wealthy individuals and corporations. It shares instances of content deletions, such as references to academic topics and controversies involving business tycoon Ajay Piramal, alleging that Wikipedia may be censoring or manipulatingContinue reading “Donation and Deletion: Is Wikipedia Crowd-Funded or Funded by the Superrich?”

কৃষ্ণকলি, নির্ভয়া, আসিফা, বানো, অভয়ারা…

The article reflects on the b r u t a l realities of gender-based v i o l e n c e and i-n-j-u-st-i-c-e, weaving together cultural, political, and artistic references. Through parodied and modified renditions of Rabindranath Tagore’s songs, the author critiques society’s handling of s e x u a l v I o l e n c e, specifically referencing cases like the h o r r I f I c c r i m e s against Nirbhaya, Asifa, Bilkis Banoo, Tiottama/Abhaya and so on…..The piece calls for non-violent civil disobedience movement against theocratic syndicate-dependent crony and monopoly capitalism and possible transformation(s), using powerful metaphors (displacement), metonyms (condensation) and imagery to convey the pain, rage, and resistance of survivors.

Heading Towards a Theocratic Judiciary?

The article criticizes India’s Chief Justice, D.Y. Chandrachud, for publicly participating in religious rituals with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, arguing that this compromises the separation between the judiciary and the executive. It raises concerns about the increasing influence of Hindu nationalism in the judiciary, questioning its impact on the country’s secular constitution. The author also points to selective judicial actions and calls for maintaining scientific temper and critical inquiry as per the constitutional mandate. The overall tone expresses frustration with the blending of theocratic regime

The Sceptic’s Spectre: Henry Derozio

The narrative “The Sceptic’s Spectre: Henry Derozio” provides a detailed examination of radical humanist and cosmopolitan thinker Henry Louis Vivian Derozio’s ideas through the lens of contemporaneity. It discusses his role as an uncompromising educator and poet, focusing on his advocacy for free thought, anti-establishment rationalism, and his challenge to orthodox Hindu beliefs. Derozio’s influence on his students, known as the Young Bengal group, and his progressive ideas, which contributed to the shaping of modern Indian intellectualism, are central themes with special reference to the recent degeneration of this argumentative spirit in the context of plutocratic, theocratic Saffron Fascism. The article also reflects on his literary contributions, particularly his poetry, which embodies his revolutionary spirit that decries all authoritarian structures in favour of the eternal spirit of liberational praxis.

Mouthshut, Why Are You Shutting The Mouths of DHFL Victims?

The article criticizes the review platform Mouthshut for allegedly suppressing the voices of victims of the DHFL (Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited) scam. It accuses Mouthshut of removing critical reviews and blocking user accounts(?), thus preventing the victims from sharing their experiences and seeking justice. The article highlights the frustration and helplessness of these individuals, who rely on platforms like Mouthshut to expose corporate malpractices and demand accountability.

Terminating Embryo, Extinguishing Sanātana Hindutva?

The paper-letter critically examines the Hindutva ideology’s stance on abortion, using satire and sarcasm to highlight the contradictions in its rigid, “pro-life” views. The authors argue that Hindutva selectively interprets Hindu scriptures to enforce anti-abortion and anti-women policies, undermining women’s autonomy and agency. Through references to ancient texts, the paper critiques the ideological imposition of Hindutva, showing how it manipulates religious doctrines to control women’s reproductive rights while exposing its broader patriarchal and theocratic agenda.

The Legitimation Crisis of Indian Elections

The article “The Legitimation Crisis of Indian Elections” explores concerns about the integrity of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in India. It highlights significant discrepancies between votes polled and counted, with reports suggesting potential manipulation of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and questioning the Election Commission’s transparency. The article argues that these issues have deepened the legitimacy crisis of India’s electoral system, challenging the credibility of the current government and the democratic process as a whole.

Have the RBI and IBBI Lost Their Accountability? An RTI to the CAG, India

Posted on 24th August, 2024 (GMT 13.30 hrs) Updated on 12th October, 2024 (GMT 16:20 hrs) ABSTRACT The article discusses an RTI application filed with the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, questioning the accountability of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI). The RTI seeksContinue reading “Have the RBI and IBBI Lost Their Accountability? An RTI to the CAG, India”

রাজা-রানী খান খান! (তাতেই কী হয় অবসান?)…

The article is a satirical and allegorical narrative that criticizes authoritarianism and the suppression of dissent. It tells the story of a queen who, frustrated by her subjects’ silence, administers a pill that makes everyone scream against authority. This leads to chaos, with the queen’s attempts to suppress or escape the situation backfiring. The story reflects on the futility of authoritarian control, the inevitability of resistance, and the dangers of unchecked power.