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Secularism : Black Spot on India's Constitution By Devesh Bele  |  Thoughtir.in Introduction India today stands at a crossroads of identity—torn between its ancient civilizational soul and modern constitutional structure. The recent calls to remove the words secular and socialist from the Preamble of the Constitution are not just political reactions—they reflect a deeper philosophical struggle. These words were never part of the original Constitution framed by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and other visionaries in 1950. They were inserted during the 42nd Amendment in 1976—under an Emergency regime, influenced by Cold War-era ideologies 1 . Among these, secularism is the most unnatural addition to India's civilizational ethos. It is not only alien to Bharatiya philosophy , but has functioned as a black spot on the Constitution —one that disrupts the organic relationship between dharma and rajya (state), and distances India from its natural path of inclusive development....

Introduction: Rediscovering the Civilizational Compass Astrology, in contemporary society, is often confined to personal spheres—career, relationships, and finances. However, behind this limited perception lies a far more powerful and ancient dimension of astrology known as Mundane Astrology , or Desh-Phala Shastra . This sacred science guided the fate of nations, the formation of empires, and the formulation of public policy in ancient Bharata. It was not merely a belief system but a structured and integral part of statecraft. As we celebrate the Amrit Mahotsav and chart the journey toward Vikasit Bharat , it becomes essential to revisit our civilizational roots. At the heart of Bharata lies the Veda , and at the heart of the Veda is its eye—Jyotish Shastra . Without this vision, the spiritual and practical essence of the Vedic tradition remains incomplete. AI generated, only for ill...

The Loyal Wingman Concept: A Transformative Opportunity for the IAF By Devesh Bele  |  Thoughtir.in Introduction The Indian Air Force (IAF) stands at a critical crossroads. With a legacy of aging fighter aircraft—such as the MiG-21 Bison and Jaguar —being phased out and newer platforms like the Tejas Mk1A and Mk2 in the pipeline, there exists a significant capacity gap. As regional threats from adversaries like China and Pakistan increase, the IAF needs to innovate beyond brute force numbers. Enter the loyal wingman concept : an unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) programmed to operate in tandem with manned fighters. This approach is increasingly seen as a strategic boon, especially with the introduction of platforms like HAL’s Ghatak UCAV , which promise to bridge the emerging gap in capability and readiness.   source : pib.gov.in The  Ghatak UCAV and CATS Warrior Programs: Game-Changers for India India’s Ghatak UCAV program, spearheaded by the Defen s e Rese...