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The Dark Side of Kerala Politics

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Kerala, a progressive, 100% literate, and highly politically conscious state, is always regarded as a model state for the rest of the country. But there are a lot of things in Kerala politics that you should understand, that it is regressive, not to be proud of, and something we should totally denounce. The ground reality is sometimes opposite to the well-glorified image of the state. Ahead of the state elections, it is important discuss them. The objective here is to expose them and realise that Kerala politics needs a lot of change and modifications.  Rivalry turns Violent Politics is inevitable without competition, contestation, and confrontation. It is all about rivalry between people, parties, and their followers. It is healthy and needed in a democracy. But often this rivalry becomes a poison when it leads to violence. A violent democracy is no longer a democracy. Historically, Kerala has had strong political violence, especially in Northern Kerala. Kannur has been the hub of...

The Rise of Non-West: Towards A Multi-Polar World- A Podcast

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Greetings to all listeners and readers!! For decades, precisely 75 years, the United States led the world, shaping politics, economy, and culture. This aspect is changing. The rise of non-Western countries- China, Russia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Turkey, Brazil has led to a decline in the generally understood Western-led Liberal/Rules-Based Order. With contemporary issues like protectionism, the rise of illiberal democracies, alternative politics, the Ukraine War, Gaza, and much more, we are experiencing a new type of geopolitics, like we have never seen before. This episode, hence, comprehensively tries to cover various subthemes under the road to multipolarity.  Our Newscapsule Article of the Month  About The Guest Siddharth S- is  currently working in IT, where he enjoys solving complex problems and building practical solutions. Beyond technology and solutions, he is deeply passionate about geopolitics, history, and philosophy, often drawing connections between global d...

News Capsule For The Month of September 2025

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  Following are the top news for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can sign up using the email on the left sidebar.  Article of the month Kerala  Bibin Ashok’s ‘Onam Mood’ sets the tone for this year’s festive celebrations. Kerala celebrated Onam festival. UDF opposes the government-backed Ayyappa Summit and refuses to attend it. Emirates celebrates Onam with a special festive menu on flights to Kerala.  KSRTC adds extra holiday buses from the end of the month.  Kerala govt seeks to legalise traditional agricultural sports; Clears draft bill. Kerala Urban Conclave provides 300 suggestions for the state’s urban policy.  Plastic mementos draw flak at urban conclave.  Kochi to host the 25th anniversary of the India International Tea Convention.  Catholic Church hits back against Organiser article.  Kochi collector orders disbursal of 6 months’ advance rent to Chander Kunj residents. Cicada...