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India’s Lost Developmental Decades: A Post-Independence Failure? Introduction: A Tale of Two Realities When India gained independence in 1947, it was a moment of hope, anticipation, and dreams of becoming a powerful, prosperous nation. However, over 75 years later, the comparison between India and countries like Japan, South Korea, and the United States, which either rebuilt from the ruins of war or already had a strong base, paints a stark contrast. While India has seen some advances, particularly in IT and space exploration, it has woefully lagged in key areas like industrialization, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure. This blog critically examines the reasons why India has remained behind despite the opportunities that came post-independence, putting the blame squarely on poor governance, misguided policies, and chronic corruption. 1. Colonial Legacy: Did Britain Really Build India? It is important to understand that the much-touted "development" under British rule wa

India to Launch Hydrogen Trains on Heritage Routes by 2024 India is making significant strides toward becoming the fifth country in the world to introduce hydrogen-fuelled trains, joining the ranks of Germany, France, Sweden, and China. The Indian Railways is taking this bold step with a pilot project that involves retrofitting hydrogen fuel cells in existing Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) trains. This marks a crucial shift toward cleaner and greener transportation, as the nation aims to reduce its carbon footprint and move closer to its goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions. The first prototype of this hydrogen-fuelled train is expected to begin trial runs on the Jind-Sonipat section in Haryana by December 2024, under the Northern Railway zone. The trial is part of a larger initiative by the Indian government to explore sustainable transportation solutions. Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai is at the forefront of this project, working on integrating hydrogen fuel tec

India’s Shukrayaan-1: A Bold Step Toward Exploring Venus India’s space endeavors have always fascinated the world, from the successful Chandrayaan missions to the ambitious Mars Orbiter Mission. Now, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has set its sights on Venus, Earth’s enigmatic twin, with the upcoming Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM). Scheduled for launch on March 29, 2028, this mission will mark India’s first exploration of the inner planet and promises to unveil the many mysteries surrounding Venus. Why Venus? Venus has long been a subject of scientific curiosity due to its striking similarities and stark differences from Earth. Often called Earth’s twin because of its similar size and proximity, Venus presents a vastly different environment — one that is incredibly hostile. Its thick atmosphere, primarily composed of carbon dioxide, traps heat, making Venus the hottest planet in our solar system with surface temperatures soaring up to 475°C (900°F). With clouds of sulfuric

Gandhi Jayanti: The Real Side of Mahatma Gandhi and the Controversial Legacy Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated every year on October 2, marks the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, fondly known as Mahatma Gandhi. Revered globally as a pioneer of non-violence and a key figure in India’s struggle for independence, Gandhi's legacy continues to influence leaders, movements, and ideologies across the world. However, while he is often venerated as the "Father of the Nation" in India, Gandhi’s life and philosophies have also attracted criticism, controversy, and even hatred from certain sections of society. This blog attempts to shed light on the real side of Gandhi—his triumphs, controversies, and the people who suffered or benefitted from his actions. Gandhi’s Impact on India’s Independence Movement: A Statistical Perspective Before diving into the controversies surrounding Gandhi, it is essential to recognize his immense contribution to India's freedom struggle. Ac

Revisiting Indian History: Breaking Free from Outdated Chronologies In 1650, Irish theologian James Ussher made a groundbreaking but unscientific claim: he calculated that the world was created on Sunday, October 23, 4004 BCE. His calculation was based on a correlation between Christian holy texts and West Asian and Mediterranean histories. Despite the lack of scientific evidence, Ussher's dating became a major influence on dating Indian history and, unfortunately, persists among some circles even today. William Jones and Early Indian Historical Dating In 1783, Sir William Jones was appointed a judge at Fort William in Bengal. A scholar of Sanskrit and ancient Indian laws, Jones became fascinated by Indian culture. His efforts led to the founding of the Asiatic Society in Calcutta, and he proposed the idea of a shared root between European and Indo-Aryan languages—what we now call the Indo-European language family. Jones was deeply influenced by Ussher's worldview. He claimed t

SpaceX Capsule Rescues Stranded Astronauts: Sunita Williams' Journey Home In a significant moment for space exploration, two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) are finally set to return to Earth, thanks to SpaceX. A SpaceX Dragon capsule successfully docked with the ISS on Sunday, marking the beginning of their journey home. The capsule is part of the Crew-9 mission, launched by the Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This event holds special importance because it will bring back NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stranded on the ISS after issues arose with their original spacecraft, the Starliner. The Launch of Crew-9 Mission The Crew-9 mission, which aims to rotate astronauts aboard the ISS, had initially been scheduled for mid-August. However, the launch was postponed multiple times to allow NASA experts more time to evaluate the reliability of the Boeing-designed Starliner. Eventually, the mission took off on Saturday,

How Corruption Led to India's Decline: What If It Didn't Exist? Corruption has long been a bane for India’s growth and development. It permeates almost every sector—government institutions, businesses, healthcare, education, and even sports. From minor bribes to multi-billion-dollar scams, corruption has been a destructive force that has eroded trust in institutions, crippled economic progress, and widened the gap between the rich and the poor. This blog explores the question: What if India had not been plagued by corruption? How different would the country have been? The Current Scenario: Corruption's Deep Roots in India Corruption in India is not a new phenomenon. It has persisted for decades, if not centuries. The country's vast bureaucracy and complicated regulatory system offer multiple points for corrupt practices to flourish. According to Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) 2022, India ranked 85th out of 180 countries, indicating that c