Lal Bahadur Shastri is not just a name but a persona in itself. From June 9, 1964, till January 11, 1966 , Lal Bahadur Shastri served as the Prime Minister of India. He was born on October 2, 1904, at Mughalsarai, a small railway town seven miles from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. Lal Bahadur had a normal education in his small town. Despite struggles, he was keen on completing his education. Illustration by The Geostrata As he grew up, Lal Bahadur became more and more interest

“Nonviolence is the greatest and the most active force in the world.”  Nonviolence, for Gandhi, is a principle which guided India’s struggle for freedom and framed a universal ethos for ahimsa. Mahatma Gandhi’s vision extended far beyond national freedom, his ideas included nonviolence and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, standing for the interconnectedness of all individuals and underscoring the value of One Earth One Family , placing him well within contemporary cosmopolitan thoughts

In the current day and age, a new phrase has emerged, gaining massive traction across the globe. Brain drain is a condition where a nation is deprived of its highly skilled citizens due to their departure to other countries for a host of reasons, including economy, policy gaps, personal interest, and better opportunities. Globally, India is known as a hub of excellence, with institutes like IITs, AIIMS, and IIMs producing world-class talent. The global influence of the Indian

Sports are an integral part of our lives. Whether it’s for recreation or survival, humans have been climbing, wrestling, and swimming since prehistoric times. These activities have now evolved into sports – individual or team.  Illustration by The Geostrata In today’s world, sports are not only seen as recreational but also as a career avenue. However, given the unfavourable conditions and the fate of sports as a career in India, efforts in this direction are long overdue; ot

In the digital age, under the constant gaze of prying eyes, surveilling every move and gnawing at every step, the smartphone screen, once meant for communication, has turned into a blackhole with algorithms not just reflecting who people are, but rather actively shaping them. Illustration by The Geostrata Psychologist Erik Erikson, in his theory on psychosocial development, expanded on the concept of identity and role confusion, with 12-18 years of age as the formative stage

One of the reasons India’s democracy remains strong is because of the balanced sharing of powers and duties between various levels of...

With the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST), India underwent a major indirect tax reform, making it a historic step. In...

The World Bank’s 2025 report shows India with one of the world’s lowest consumption inequality levels, but income and wealth data reveal a much wider gap. This article explores why consumption surveys like HCES understate inequality, how India’s poverty has declined, and why income and wealth metrics expose deep divides. It highlights the need for policies on wages, education, and social protection to reduce long-term inequality.

Today, as we celebrate the birthday of “Architect of Viksit Bharat@2047” and “Leader of Empowered Citizens”. At this significant moment,...

Ganesh Chaturthi is one of the most vibrant and colourful festivals of India. Celebrated extravagantly throughout many parts of India, it...

During the 1950s, the state of Bihar was known as the Industrial heartland of India, but not even half a century passed, and the...

It's that time of the year again, with the bugle of cricket all in our ears. And this time it's the Asia Cup 2025  coming our way. And...

In this globalised world, information travels faster than borders and hence data has emerged as a significant determinant of national...

India has produced a diverse range of traditional textiles for centuries, which have been handed down through generations. These are more...

The Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda is the first of its kind at the global level to address the effects of armed conflict on...

It's 6:30 AM, and the newspaper reports the successful launch of a mobile app specifically designed for self-help groups by a female...

India's move to electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy is causing a huge spike in the need for batteries. Batteries power electric...

For centuries, the essence of gender roles has persisted deep into the roots of our society, shedding light on the division between males...

On August 20, 2025, the Union Home Minister laid before the Lok Sabha the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill, 2025 ,...

The provision of quality medical services to all is more than just a right; a healthier mass means enhanced human capital whose dividends...