On 21 October 1943, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose established the Provisional Government of Free India, known as Azad Hind (Arzi Hukumat-e-Azad Hind), in Singapore, declaring his determination to liberate a free, undivided and united India from British rule. This historic day deserves to be officially recognised as Azad Hind Diwas and remembered as a defining…
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World Radio Day – Radio Must Broadcast Truth, Not Narratives
World Radio Day, observed every year on 13 February, marks the anniversary of the launch of United Nations Radio in 1946. Later proclaimed by UNESCO, this day recognizes radio as one of the most powerful and accessible communication tools in human history. But beyond celebration lies responsibility. Radio is not just a medium of sound….
Why India Still Clings to 18 August 1945 as the End of Netaji’s Story?
Few figures in India’s freedom struggle evoke as much passion as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Officially, it is said that he died in a plane crash in Taiwan on 18 August 1945. Yet, for decades, doubts have lingered, investigations have contradicted one another, and researchers like Anuj Dhar and Chandrachur Ghose have brought forward compelling…
15 August: The Independence That Wasn’t
Every year, India celebrates 15 August as its Independence Day — a day filled with patriotic speeches, parades, and flag hoisting. But how many of us pause to question: Was 15 August 1947 really the day India achieved true freedom? When we look closer, the reality seems very different from the celebratory narrative taught to…
Celebrating Anuj Dhar’s Birthday as National Truth-Seeking Day
Today, July 1st, marks the birthday of one of India’s most fearless truth-seekers – Anuj Dhar, the journalist, author, and researcher whose life has been dedicated to unearthing some of the most controversial and hidden truths of modern Indian history. On this special occasion, let us propose that Anuj Dhar’s birthday be celebrated as National…
Civil Services (Day): Then and Now — A System Designed to Serve Power, Not the People
April 21 marks Civil Services Day in India—a tribute to the administrative backbone of the nation, the civil servants who keep the machinery of governance running. This day is not only a celebration but also an opportunity to reflect, recalibrate, and renew our commitment to public service in 2025. The significance of the date is…
Celebrating Dr. Seuss: Honoring the Legacy of a Literary Icon and the Irony of India’s Fight for Freedom
March 2nd marks the birthday of one of the most beloved and influential authors in children’s literature—Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. Born in 1904, Dr. Seuss revolutionized the world of children’s books with his imaginative stories, whimsical characters, and inventive use of language. Over the decades, his books have become timeless classics…
Hemanta Kumar Bose: A Life of Revolutionary Struggle and Sacrifice
Hemanta Kumar Bose, a name that resonates with the legacy of India’s freedom struggle, was born in 1895 at 3/1 Nandaram Sen Street, North Kolkata. His life was a testament to unwavering commitment to the nation’s independence. From a young age, Bose was drawn into the revolutionary fervor of the Indian freedom movement, becoming a…
Deshi-Videshi-Swadeshi (Solve The Mystery By Yourself)
A Saga of Struggle, Intrigue, and Identity: Revisiting India’s Path to Independence and Beyond The tale of India’s journey to independence is both grand and complex. It intertwines the lives of countless leaders, visionaries, and revolutionaries. One such towering figure is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, whose life story has inspired generations. Yet, it remains surrounded…