Chanakya in the Age of Hormuz
When the West Asia crisis and the fallout of the Hormuz disruption began to disturb
Chanakya Neeti
The great Indian diplomat and his ways of diplomacy
First 1,000 Days: How an Ancient Verse Speaks to Modern Science
Modern science offers a powerful parallel through the idea of the first 1,000 days, the period from conception to a child’s second birthday. This window is now widely recognised as one of the most important phases in human development.
The Moon That Refused the Sun’s Shadow: India’s Strategic Autonomy in a Fragmenting World
अयममृतनिधानं नायकोऽप्योषधीनांअमृतमयशरीरः कान्तियुक्तोऽपि चन्द्रः ।भवति विगतरश्मिर्मण्डलं प्राप्य भानोःपरसदननिविष्टः को लघुत्वं न याति ॥ ०३-३१ ayam
Chanakya Niti – Chapter 3
Chapter 3 of Chanakya Niti is like entering a chamber lined with the wisdom of
Why India Refuses to Choose Sides : India’s Chanakyan Approach to World Politics
“अतिरूपेण वा सीता अतिगर्वेण रावणः ।अतिदानाद्बलिर्बद्धो ह्यतिसर्वत्र वर्जयेत्॥” Atirūpeṇa vā Sītā, atigarveṇa Rāvaṇaḥ| Atidānād Balir
Chanakya Niti – Chapter 2
This chapter reflects a deep understanding of how power, affection, deceit, and ambition interact in daily life. It warns against superficial appearances and emphasizes the need for discernment—be it in choosing friends, managing children, dealing with spouses, or maintaining secrecy in plans. Chanakya repeatedly advocates for discipline over indulgence, showing that unchecked affection, laziness, or misplaced trust can lead to destruction.
“Among Equals Shall Affection Shine”: Chanakya Niti and India’s Demand for Equal Footing in the Era of Trump’s Trade Tariffs
समाने शोभते प्रीतिः राज्ञि सेवा च शोभते ।वाणिज्यं व्यवहारेषु दिव्या स्त्री शोभते गृहे ॥ ०२-२०
Chanakya Niti and the Indus Waters Treaty
Dhanikaḥ śrotriyo rājā nadī vaidyastu pañcamaḥ |pañca yatra na vidyante na tatra divasaṃ vaset ||”—
Chanakya Niti – Chapter 1
The brilliance of Chanakya Niti lies in its sharp observations and realistic approach to life. Chanakya does not idealize the world; instead, he urges people to understand human nature, recognize deceit, protect their interests, and act with discretion. His teachings often blend practicality with moral clarity, making them suitable for both personal and professional growth.
Amit Shah — India’s New Age ‘Loh Purush’
Shah has earned the enviable epithet of being named the new-age Chanakya, after the prolific scholar, statesman, strategist, philosopher, economist and advisor to the Mauryan Empire in 4th Century B.C., who has, till date, remained an enigmatically inspirational character.