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Basics of Indian Philosophy
Professor Dr. (Ms.) Shashiprabha Kumar, Distinguished Fellow, VIF

“This introductory book on Indian philosophy is thoughtfully crafted for beginners and inquisitive readers interested in exploring the core concepts and varied traditions of this rich intellectual heritage. It is not aimed at advanced scholars or r....

June 11, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Book Published , Vedas , Environmental Awareness , Indian philosophy , Vedic Feminism
The Battle of Zojila

On May 21, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a talk on 'The Battle of Zolila' by Col. Ajay Singh (Retd). He has authored multiple books and over 200 articles in a wide range of genres. His books include ‘The Battles that Shap....

June 06, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Interaction , India , Pakistan , Kashmir , Indian history , Warfare , Battle of Zojila , Maharaja Hari Singh , Lashkars , Jammu and Kashmir State Forces , 7th Cavalry , Stuart Light tanks
A Colonial Legacy: The Unethical Sale of Sacred Relics
Saudiptendu Ray, Research Associate, VIF Article

On 5th May, 2025, the Ministry of Culture under the Government of India issued a legal notice to Sotheby’s and Mr. Chris Peppé demanding the immediate halt of the auction titled "The Piprahwa Gems of the Historical Buddha, Mauryan Empire, Ashok....

June 06, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Article , Buddhism , Repatriation , Relics of Lord Buddha , Sotheby’s , Piprahwa Gems , Mauryan Empire , William Claxton Peppé , British colonial loot
Opposite ends of the Pendulum: Syama Prasad Mukherjee and Nehru on Pakistan and China
Raghvendra Singh, Senior Fellow, VIF Article

It was axiomatic that different ideologies would exist in different parts of the world. The whole world obviously could never be built on one pattern. Syama Babu believed that trouble arose only when ideologies and principles, either peacefully or vi....

May 07, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Article , India , Pakistan , China , Tibet , McMahon Line , Nehru Liaquat Pact , plebiscite , Syama Babu , UNO
Significance of Sri Yamuna in the Culture and History of Bharat

On April 9, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a round table discussion on the ‘Significance of Sri Yamuna in the Culture and History of Bharat’. Prof Rajiv Sinha, Department of Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology....

May 02, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Interaction , Delhi , Flood , Yamuna , History of Bharat
Dating the Kurukshetra War

On March 24, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a panel discussion on ‘Dating the Kurukshetra War.' Dr Vedveer Arya, Joint Secy, Ministry of Defence (Finance), and Dr Yadubir Singh Rawat, DG Archaeological Survey of Ind....

April 25, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Interaction , ancient India , Mahabharata , Archaeological Survey of India , ASI , Kurukshetra War
A Princely Contribution to Indian Archaeological Heritage
Arunansh B. Goswami Commentary

India possesses a wealth of ancient sites and archaeological treasures. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been a strong advocate for "cultural nationalism," emphasizing the dual themes of "Vikas and Virasat." His efforts are directed towards the ....

April 21, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Commentary , Archaeological Survey of India , ASI , Gupta period , Gupta Temples , Scindias , UNESCO World Heritage
The Ramakrishna-Vivekananda’s Influence on Gandhi
Nikhil Yadav Article

Gandhi’s Connection to the Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Movement
India in the nineteenth century witnessed the birth and work of three great stalwarts whose impact and influence continue to grow with each passing day: Sri Ramakrishna Paramah....

April 16, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Article , Vivekananda , Gandhi , Sanskrit , Ramakrishna , Theosophical
The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: Through the Eyes of the Survivors
Saudiptendu Ray, Research Associate, VIF Article

April 13, 1919, a day meant for celebrating the spring harvest, was turned into one of the darkest days in Indian history by the malevolent British Raj. It was the day of Baisakhi, and thousands of people had come from different parts of Punjab to vi....

April 15, 2025 Historical and Civilisational Studies , Article , Punjab , Indian National Movement , Jallianwala Bagh massacre , British imperialism , Reginald Dyer , Hunter Commission , Colonial Atrocities
Kumbh Mela from a National and Geopolitical Perspective

On March 25, the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) organized a talk on Kumbh Mela from a National and Geopolitical Perspective by Shri Swaminathan Gurumurthy, Chairman, VIF. He is a renowned Indian writer, journalist, and public intel....

April 14, 2025 Vimarsh , Historical and Civilisational Studies , Civilization , Vedas , Upanishads , Nagas , Kumbh Mela , Geopolitical Perspective
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