What does Independence Day signify for you?
Though August 15th is the Independence Day, it is a great day to celebrate, but this marks just the political Independence from British rule. We got our real Independence when we had our Constitution. Though we celebrate Republic Day separately on January 26 every year, we must even on August 15 remember that only political Independence does not make the citizens of India truly Independent. Adhering to our Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties make us truly Independent.
The Independence Day is a special day for each citizen of India to understand how and at what cost we got freedom for which many people martyred their lives, and what are the trials and tribulations that their families face today, after their dear ones departed leaving behind a permanent vacuum in their lives. Today, though India is going through trying times, it is true that only now, under leadership of our Prime Minister, Narendra Modi ji, when the whole world recognizes him as a visionary, honest and selfless statesman, the Independence of India seems to get realized with its full efficacy. In his 9 years of reign as the PM of India, he has worked tirelessly on all big or small fronts and as such the progress in every sphere is moving at a remarkable pace, something I admire and feel proud about him.
What are your views about the political development in India after gaining Independence and about the current political scenario?
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A golden girl
One of India's most formidable beauties passed away earlier this month. The odd thing is she would absolutely hate this obituary; she hated being written about and avoided publicity for all of her nine decades. Indira Aswani was 93 when she died. But anyone who encountered her, even briefly, was in such awe of her grace and poise, and one could not but remember her forever.
The interest in wine is growing delightfully in India
The renowned British wine writer and television presenter Jancis Robinson, 74, recently came to Delhi and Mumbai to reacquaint herself with India's wine industry. This was the Robinson's fourth visit to India; the last one was seven years ago. On this trip, Robinson and her husband, restaurateur Nicholas Lander, were hosted by the Taj Hotels and Sonal Holland, India's only Master of Wine.
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COVER DRIVE
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GDP as the only measure of progress is illogical
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India is not a controlling big brother
Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay considers India a benevolent elder sibling as the \"big brotherly attitude\" is happily missing from bilateral ties. He thinks the relationship shared by the two countries has become a model of friendship not just for the region, but for the entire world. \"India's attitude is definitely not of a big brother who is controlling and does not allow the little brother to blossom and grow,\" says Tobgay in an exclusive interview with THE WEEK.
Comrade with no foes
Lal Salaam, Comrade Yechury-you were quite a guy!
Pinning down saffron
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SAHEB LOSES STEAM
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