Economics and Politics

News and articles about Politics that may affect the Sankirtan movement.

pathmeda flood

Real reason for Pathmeda Goshala tragedy

Pathmeda is famous for having Asia's biggest goshalas, or cowsheds. The organization shelters thousands of cows and raises funds from various cow products.While it...

Who stands where after Bihar’s unprecedented political drama

I always wondered how Bihar voters think. The main reason behind my curiosity was the prominence of Mr Lalu Prasad Yadav and his brand...
pranab mukherjee

Will be a pilgrim like all of you – President Pranab Mukherjee in his...

In his last address to the nation as the Honorable President of India, Mr Pranab Mukherjee appealed his fellow citizens to stay united for...
jio phone

Jio Phone promises another shake up in telecom industry

The much anticipated Jio Phone is finally announced. The time chosen by Reliance Industries Limited Chairman Mukesh Ambani cannot be more perfect. The announcement...
ram nath kovind

India elects new President – Ram Nath Kovind wins by huge margin

India has elected the next President. Mr Ram Nath Kovind, nominated by the ruling NDA, has been elected as country's 14th President with a...
Modi on GST rollout

GST – Ending endless confusion and deep-rooted corruption?

Finally India has done it. Enough, or more than enough, has been said and done to implement and to obstruct GST rollout in India...
serve cow

Why Complete ban on Cow slaughter in India is Crucial

Since time immemorial, India has been worshipping cattle. They have always had a dominant role in the worship, rituals, temple culture, agriculture and foremostly...
ndtv co-founder house probed

Is it wrong to question media barons? NDTV cannot be an exception

Refusing to come under pressure from media companies who label every legal action against them as anti-democratic, murder of free speech, and such other...
animal slaughter and law of karma

Animal slaughter as livelihood? Unheard of in a civilized society

Following the recent nationwide ban on the sale of animals for slaughter, Indian government is facing protests in a few states where animal slaughter...
cow sale for slaughter banned

Congratulations India! Government imposes nationwide ban on sale of cows for slaughter

This, indeed, is a welcome news for a civilized country like India.  Continuing with its 3-year old tradition of fulfilling reasonable public expectations, the...

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Shame on Indians who doubt India’s Surgical strike for political gain

Starting 1947 when Britishers successfully manged to divide India by creating hatred between Hindus and Muslims, India has seen a constant flow of cross-border...
Srila Prabhupada - Bharat Ratna or Vishva Ratna

Srila Prabhupada – A Bharat Ratna Or Vishva Ratna?

Nations take pride in praising and promoting their heroes. While some great personalities are loved and adored only by their own countrymen or a...

Mayapur devotees celebrate the appearance day of their Most Beloved Srimati Radharani

Sri Janmastami is celebrated with much grandeur all over the world, because it is the birthday celebration of the Supreme Personality of Godhead Himself....
Whales in danger

What caused the deaths of hundreds of Whales in New Zealand?

While some people did show kindness towards the dying Whales, and while the government did take action to minimize the damage, whenever a calamity like...

Saying No to Alcohol goes beyond personal benefits

In addition to what I just posted on women destroying liquor factories, here are some compelling reasons why one should keep away from drinking...