Category: Siby K Joseph
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The Crisis of Truth: World Press Freedom Day and the Global Decline of Media Liberty
As the world navigates an era of digital disruption and the “unchained torrent” of disinformation described by Gandhi, the path forward remains focused on the ethical responsibilities of the press.
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Sevagram Ashram: Gandhi’s Laboratory of Non-Violence That Shaped India’s Freedom
In a significant paradigm shift, Gandhi resigned from the Congress in 1934 to focus solely on the upliftment of Indian villages and the attainment of the Swaraj of his dreams. By 1935, he was staying at Maganvadi, seeking a typical village—one lacking basic facilities—to begin his experiments. Segaon was identified by his disciple, Mirabehn, and…
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Bhoodan Movement at 75: Vinoba Bhave’s Bloodless Revolution and India’s Land Justice Crisis
As we commemorate this Platinum Jubilee, the challenge of landlessness has evolved into complex new forms. In an era marked by rapid industrialisation, globalisation, crony capitalism, and aggressive infrastructure expansion, rural communities are facing a new wave of displacement and economic insecurity. This commemoration, therefore, should be an opportunity to reassess the plight of the…
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Kerala Human-Wildlife Crisis: Governor Forwards Landmark Amendment Bill as Hunger Strike Enters Ninth Day
In a significant development, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has officially agreed to forward the state’s proposed amendment to the Central Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 to the President of India for final assent.
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Nurturing Love: Gandhi and Lennon’s Lesson for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is often celebrated with fleeting gestures and commercial sentimentality. Yet, true love—in its most profound, transformative form—is not merely a feeling to be experienced for a day; it is a discipline to be cultivated for a lifetime. In an age marked by polarization and digital hostility, the need for a more robust understanding…