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The Keezhadi Conspiracy – Digging For Division To Sow Seeds Of Secession: Amarnath Ramakrishna Is A Filtered Dravidianist Than An Archaeologist

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The Commune
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The Dravidianist ecosystem appears to be once again pushing its long-standing narrative of “North flourishes, South perishes,” this time using the backdrop of the Keezhadi excavation controversy. In May 2025, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) returned a 982-page excavation report submitted by archaeologist K. Amarnath Ramakrishna in January 2023, citing the need for technical revisions. The ASI raised concerns over dating estimates (like the proposed 8th–5th century BCE timeline), stratigraphic inconsistencies, mapping, and terminology.

However, instead of addressing these expert critiques and making the necessary clarifications, Ramakrishna stood his ground—defending his methodology based on stratigraphy and radiocarbon dating. This defiance has sparked suspicion. Since his excavation efforts began, Ramakrishna has increasingly aligned himself with the Dravidianist separatist discourse such as Dravidar Kazhagam platforms, often amplifying their narrative through their platforms. Rather than allowing the data to speak through rigorous peer-reviewed publication, he has been seen leveraging this issue to promote a politicized Dravidianist agenda—frequently taking aim at well-established frameworks like the Harappan civilization, and in the process, undermining academic objectivity.

But first things first. Let’s bust the DMK’s rhetoric about the Central Government denying Keezhadi’s place in history.

Is The Central Government Trying To Suppress Keezhadi Findings?

If the Dravidianist claim is that the Central Government wants to suppress Tamil heritage, then it defies logic for the very same BJP-led government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi to have unveiled a comprehensive excavation report on Adichanallur, a major Iron Age burial site in Tamil Nadu. This site has a long history of archaeological interest—beginning with Dr. Jagor in 1876, followed by more in-depth excavations by Alexander Rea between 1899 and 1905, and later by Dr. Sathya Murthy in 2004–2006. Yet, the full excavation report wasn’t released until 2020, under this very government—clearly demonstrating that detailed and peer-reviewed archaeological work takes time.

As for the current Keezhadi controversy, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has explained the process clearly, “Reports submitted after excavation go through a standardized vetting process. After receiving the draft report from the excavator, it is reviewed by subject matter experts. Their recommendations—whether technical, editorial, or scientific—are passed on to the author for revision. Only after these are incorporated is the report prepared for publication, typically under the Memoirs of the ASI (MASI) series.”

This same process was followed with the Keezhadi report. ASI states that suggestions were communicated to the archaeologist K. Amarnath Ramakrishna, but he has not incorporated them to date. Despite this, a section of the media continues to push a narrative suggesting suppression one that ASI has strongly denied as misleading and politically motivated. The ASI has emphasized that no report, no matter how significant, bypasses peer review, proofreading, editing, and final formatting. To claim that ASI is deliberately stalling the Keezhadi report is a distortion of standard academic procedure, designed to politicize the issue and cast the department in a negative light.

What Were The Experts’ Concerns?

The fourth phase of the Keezhadi excavation, conducted between 2017 and 2018, unearthed 5,820 artifacts. Unlike the first three phases, which were carried out by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), this phase was led by the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology.

However, several prominent archaeologists have raised serious questions about the report’s scientific rigor and clarity:

  • Dr. Bisnupriya Basak from the University of Calcutta expressed skepticism about the dating of the pottery sherds. She questioned whether the potsherds containing Tamil-Brahmi script truly came from the same stratigraphic layer dated to the 6th century BCE. She also cautioned that some of the markings may have resulted from the pottery-making process itself, rather than being deliberate script. “This unfortunately is not clear from the report and is very crucial,” she noted, highlighting the lack of transparent stratigraphic data.
  • Dr. E. Harsha Vardhan of Dravidian University, Chittoor, echoed similar concerns, stating that the report does not provide sufficient scientific basis to confidently date the Tamil-Brahmi script to the 6th century BCE. He emphasized that drawing such conclusions from a single report is premature and lacking in academic robustness.
  • Dr. Prabodh Shirvalkar, archaeologist at Deccan College, Pune, also pointed out that while Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions on potsherds are not unusual in the region, the Keezhadi report is opaque when it comes to key archaeological essentials—such as the exact dating of the sherds, their layering, and the associated cultural period.
  • P.A. Krishnan, a former bureaucrat, has raised critical concerns about the methodologies used to date findings from Keeladi. He argues that relying on a single carbon-dated sample—in this case, a piece of charcoal dated to around 580 BCE is not a scientifically valid basis for drawing broad conclusions about the site’s age or historical significance. He points out that carbon dating only determines when the organic material, such as wood, stopped living—not when surrounding artefacts like pottery or inscriptions were actually created or used.

Adding context, T. Udhayachandran, commissioner of the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department, explained that the Madras High Court had expressed dissatisfaction with the delay in publishing the excavation report. As a result, the team opted to release a version that focused only on select highlights, potentially leaving out detailed contextual data that is typically critical for expert validation.

Meanwhile, instead of engaging in constructive academic dialogue or addressing the feedback from experts, Ramakrishna has chosen to align himself with the Dravidianist political ecosystem, particularly the DMK, using their platforms to promote a narrative that fits their ideological stance. His findings, instead of moving forward through proper peer review, have become stuck in a political echo chamber—echoing claims that undermine established historical frameworks like the Saraswati/Indus Valley civilization.

Why Amarnath Ramakrishna Is An Arivalayam Gatekeeper Using Archaeology For Separatist Ideology

Archaeologist K. Amarnath Ramakrishna is often portrayed as someone who has unveiled the truths of ancient Tamil society. However, even he has openly admitted that he is a product of the Dravidar Kazhagam (DK), having been ideologically shaped by the movement from his student days onward. Given this deep-rooted affiliation—as intrinsic to him as blood—it’s reasonable to question whether such a figure can approach history with objectivity or data-driven analysis.

Indeed, rather than grounding his claims in hard archaeological evidence, Ramakrishna frequently leans on rhetoric, often appealing to emotional Tamil identity politics, stirring North-South divisions, and consistently dismissing Hinduism and its epics as mere myths to deride them. A pattern of this bias is evident across many of his public interviews.

In 2023, while speaking at Dravidar Thidal, he openly declared, “Speaking at the Dravida Kazhagam, speaking on the Dravidar thidal, speaking at Periyar Thidal, is something I consider a great honor. This is because I studied in the IAS coaching class right here. As a student who trained at this center’s IAS coaching class in 1997, I always consider this a matter of great pride. At that time, Professor M.F. Khan and Professor Kaliamoorthy managed that training center. I trained there, but I couldn’t become an IAS officer. However, I got the opportunity to join the Archaeology Department. I feel proud of that position too, because the Periyar Research Center, Periyar Thidal, is a place that speaks about humanity and serves as a guide for the whole world. I am extremely proud to be associated with it. For this, I want to express my foremost gratitude.”

Right after introducing himself as someone shaped by the Dravidar Kazhagam—a group that outwardly claims to be atheist yet often engages in selective pseudo-secularism while consistently targeting Hinduism—Amarnath Ramakrishna followed suit. As a product of this ideological ecosystem, he adopted the same pattern, using his platform to mock Hindu epics, question sacred sites like Ram Janmabhoomi, and undermine Hindu traditions all while avoiding similar scrutiny but praising of other belief systems similar to marx historians.

Amarnath Ramakrishna said, “Our professor very clearly explained who first taught us history. He said it was the Muslim rulers who lived during the medieval period who taught us this history. The autobiographies they wrote at that time were our first history books. Before that, it was all Puranas. Only stories based on the Puranas were told, and no historical facts were truly presented. Even if historical truths were embedded within them, the stories were made more popular. And even today, research is based on these stories. We’re researching the Mahabharata, we’re researching the Ramayana, but we’re not getting any archaeological evidence. That’s what makes it very difficult. It’s extremely difficult. Because when we search for archaeological evidence for the stories of the Mahabharata and Ramayana, they both stand in contradiction. That is today’s surprising news. They want to construct it in some way, but it’s proving to be an impossible task. It’s something that can never be constructed, that’s my opinion. This is because it’s a story.“

He then proceeded to mock the Ram Setu (Adam’s Bridge) and dismissed the significance of archaeological efforts related to sacred Hindu sites. Speaking critically about Ram Janmabhoomi, he asserted that archaeology cannot be used to prove the birthplace of a historical figure, implying that such claims lack any scientific basis.

He remarked, “I’m not denying that a temple existed there. A temple did exist. The place referred to as Ram Janmabhoomi is an archaeological mound. On that archaeological mound, there was a temple built in the 9th century. What we’ve found are parts of that temple, but there is no evidence whatsoever that Rama was born in that exact spot. That is the truth. Scientifically or archaeologically, it is impossible to prove that any individual was born in a specific location for any reason. I can’t say I was born here. There’s no evidence to prove I was born in this specific place. It might be recorded in oral tradition and literature, but archaeologically, we cannot retrieve any such evidence. However, temples did exist there. Those temples were from the 9th and 10th centuries. Based on the existence of those temples, our Supreme Court also delivers its verdict that temples were there. Therefore, the verdict is given that it is Ram Janmabhoomi.”

Then peddling Marx-historian theory he added, “The period when the religion called Hinduism developed was during the Gupta period. Before the Guptas, there was no prominence for Hinduism. If you look at that time, we would refer to it as the Brahmanical religion. It was the Brahmanical religion, the Vedic religion, that existed in India; there was no name like ‘Hinduism’. The name ‘Hinduism’ was given by the British. Before Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism flourished here, and that is the absolute truth. We must ask why Buddhism and Jainism flourished here. We need to understand the reasons for their proliferation.”


In 2019, archaeologist K. Amarnath Ramakrishna attended a conference at the Annai Maniammai Hall in Chennai, a venue often associated with Dravidar Kazhagam events. During his speech, he appeared to use the platform to ridicule Hindu epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, commenting on ongoing efforts to locate and connect archaeological sites with these texts. He remarked dismissively, “In the North, they’re searching for sites related to Mahabharata and Ramayana. They won’t find them, but it’s a myth.”

He said, “We’ve been saying that our Tamil Nadu is a semi-tribal civilization. They used to claim there were no urban structures here, no governance, no monarchy. They’d say everything mentioned in your literature, in Sangam literature, was mere imagination. But no, that’s not the case. My opinion is that for almost 70 years, we haven’t done proper work in Tamil Nadu. For 70 years, no one has undertaken any work with a research objective. We’ve been speaking emotionally everywhere. We’ve been speaking emotionally about our language, without any basis or evidence to support our claims. Look even now, in the North, they’re searching for sites related to Mahabharata and Ramayana. They won’t find them, but it’s a myth. However, they are searching, searching, searching, and there’s even an effort to link them. But what can we do about all that? Because our Sangam literature is a people’s literature. It’s literature that talks about the lifestyle of the people. But there hasn’t been proper research about it. If you ask in Tamil Nadu, they’ll say we’ve only excavated burial sites. They’ve excavated almost 150 to 170 sites, all of them burial sites. In all these burial sites, you’ll only find evidence of a burial ritual, but you won’t know anything about how people lived, not a single system.”

In another Q&A session, an elderly participant asked a thoughtful question, “I’d like to know the similarities and differences in religion between the Indus Valley Civilization and Keezhadi Civilization?”

Archaeologist K. Amarnath Ramakrishna gave a curt reply, saying, “If you ask about things that aren’t available, how can I tell you? Because in the Indus Valley too, we only assume. That’s all.”

He then shifted into a narrative often associated with Western Marxist historians, downplaying any potential religious or cultural continuity with Hindu traditions. He said, “Was there a religion? Actually, in the Indus Valley Civilization, what we call ‘lingam’ is a symbol of a fertility cult. Similarly, there was Mother Goddess worship. But how can we confirm? We don’t have any concrete evidence like inscriptions to confirm. Similarly in Keezhadi also. Both are legacy. We have to try to find out, don’t, don’t poke the nose for searching of religion. It’s not needed. For us, culture means religion is one component of culture. Religion developed later. Let’s look at humanity first.” His core argument seemed to imply that neither the well-documented Indus Valley Civilization nor the Keeladi site contained any symbols or artefacts that could be associated with Hinduism, thereby rejecting any continuity between these ancient cultures and later Indic religious traditions.

He added, “Fear itself is devotion. Nothing else. From the day man came into existence and started to fear, that’s when it turned into devotion. We created that too. Religion was created by us; it didn’t come from anywhere. But when we look at historical records, these things came later.”

“We Shouldn’t Approach History From Indian Perspective”

Amarnath Ramakrishna views Indian history through the ideological lens of the Dravidar Kazhagam which is nothing but a separatist Nazi-style racial view of history.

He objects to a unifying Indian view of history saying that this was a land inhabited by different people of different identities.

“The different identities that we get through archaeological evidence should be separated and analyzed. Instead if we try to unite them, the resulting distortions in history will be a historic distortion. It will be contradictory to history.”, Amarnath says.

He further goes on to say, “We call ourselves as Indians today. Our view is that we shouldn’t approach history from an Indian perspective. We should approach history from a human perspective here,” which naturally limits his objectivity and data-driven approach.

Just as the Dravidar Kazhagam continues to promote dubious claims—such as branding E.V. Ramasamy Naicker as the “South-east Asian Socrates”—Ramakrishna too seems more invested in narrative-building than evidence-based scholarship. The real obstacle, therefore, is not the academic process itself, but a wilful refusal to engage with it honestly, turning what should be a rigorous archaeological inquiry into a politicised performance.

Peddling Aryan Vs Dravidian Narrative

Much like the Nazi obsession with glorifying a “pure” Aryan race, Amarnath Ramakrishna seems to be reading from the Dravidia(Nazi) playbook—only this time, trying to glorify a so-called “pure Dravidian race.” Speaking at the “Dravidian Historical Research Centre” at Periyar Thidal, one moment he claims that the Indus Valley Civilization was created by the Dravidian tribes. A few minutes into the same speech, he claims that the Indus Valley Civilization was built by people with ancient Ancestral South Indian (ASI) DNA mixed with Iranian farmer ancestry. But he doesn’t seem to realize the obvious contradiction: if it was a mix, how can it be a pure Dravidian race? In trying too hard to separate Tamil history from the rest of India, he ends up making no sense—even by his own logic.

He tries very hard to drive the Aryan vs Dravidian narrative, saying that the burial practice of Aryans is different from Dravidians—claiming that Aryans burn their dead while Dravidians bury them. The fact is, most prehistoric communities across the world practiced burial, and cremation evolved gradually over time with deeper religious, philosophical, and cultural developments. Even within ancient India, both practices coexisted depending on region, belief system, and caste. To reduce a complex evolution of funerary rites into a rigid racial binary is not only historically inaccurate, but also a deliberate distortion aimed at reinforcing separatist identity politics rather than genuine scholarship.

Is There A Hidden Agenda Behind The Keezhadi Excavations?

There appears to be cause for concern. Dr. B.S. Harishankar, a respected archaeologist and member of the Academic Committee at the Indian Institute of Advanced Study (Shimla), has alleged that the archaeological findings at Keezhadi are being manipulated. According to him, certain ideologically driven individuals, NGOs, and political figures are working to fit Keezhadi into a pre-determined narrative, even at the cost of tampering with or suppressing evidence.

Dr. Harishankar specifically names Father Jegath Gasper Raj—a Catholic priest and founder of the NGO Tamil Maiyam—as a key figure involved in influencing the excavation. Gasper Raj is known to be close to DMK MP Kanimozhi. U.S. security analysts Douglas C. Lovelace Jr. and Siobhan O’Neil have identified him under the name Gaspar Raj Maria Paulian in official crime records, accusing him of aiding the LTTE, which is classified by the U.S. State Department as a Foreign Terrorist Organization.

Dr. Harishankar alleges that Tamil Maiyam, with DMK backing, has interfered in the Keezhadi project. Notably, Kanimozhi and Gasper Raj were among the first to arrive at the excavation site after initial findings were announced. It was Kanimozhi who approached the Madras High Court to block the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) from transferring samples to its authorized labs. This stay was only lifted after the ASI presented the necessary documentation.

According to Dr. Harishankar, the standard excavation protocols have been violated at Keezhadi. He points out that even Dr. T. Satyamurthy, a former Director of ASI and a senior archaeologist, was denied access to examine the findings. “Why such secrecy,” he asks in his detailed paper titled Global Interventions in Keezhadi Excavations, “when excavations across India are usually transparent?”

He warns that these efforts appear aimed at constructing a narrative of a separate “Dravidian civilization”, designed to fuel separatist sentiment. He also criticizes the decision to send Keezhadi samples abroad to Beta Analytics in the U.S., despite India having reliable carbon-dating facilities. “They seem to be pushing for distinct genetic findings to assert a separate Dravidian identity, which could then be used to justify secessionist politics,” he claims.

Dr. T. Satyamurthy, backing Dr. Harishankar’s observations, has called the entire process at Keezhadi suspicious and in need of investigation, stating plainly that “history should not be manufactured or assembled.”

An intelligence source tracking foreign funding has further claimed that Tamil Maiyam has received large amounts of international funds, allegedly intended to support a secessionist movement under the Keezhadi banner, with DMK support. The same source suggests that Christian theologists have entered the excavation sphere, mirroring earlier controversies such as the Pattanam site under the Muziris Heritage Project, which faced criticism for allegedly distorting South Indian history.

Prof. C. Issac, a member of the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), has also expressed concern. He warns that if certain historians and groups succeed in linking Keezhadi with sites like Pattanam and ancient Rome, the entire historical narrative of the region could be altered. He further adds that the Tamil Nadu government’s move to establish a Keezhadi museum is part of a broader Dravida Nadu agenda long championed by the DMK.

Amarnath Not Excavating History But Sowing Seeds Of Separatism

When excavation becomes excavationism—driven not by science but by sectarian and political purpose—it risks eroding public trust in both archaeology and historiography. Keezhadi, under the stewardship of those with overt ideological leanings and political patronage, threatens to become less a discovery and more a dangerous tool of identity engineering.

The real question is no longer about carbon dates or pottery shards, but about who controls the narrative—and for what end.

Keezhadi is being transformed from an archaeological site into an ideological weapon—used not to illuminate the past, but to redraw cultural and political boundaries. Far from fostering unity, the DMK’s narrative risks deepening divisions and reviving fault lines long buried, all in the name of Dravidian racial supremacy

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F-35B Fighter Jet Grounded In Kerala After Emergency Landing, Sparks Social Media Frenzy With Memes And Jokes As It Remains Stranded For Two Weeks

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The Commune
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Two weeks after it made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram airport, the UK’s F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet continues to remain grounded, awaiting a specialised team of engineers. In the meantime, the high-tech jet has become the subject of viral jokes and memes across social media.

Renowned for its short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) capabilities, the fifth-generation fighter part of the UK’s HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group was returning from joint maritime exercises with the Indian Navy in the Indo-Pacific when it was forced to land in Kerala’s capital. Despite its cutting-edge design and engineering pedigree, the jet has been lying idle in the open for 14 days now, enduring Kerala’s punishing heat and torrential rains.

A team of British officials who had earlier flown in failed to resolve the technical issue. Now, a full-fledged team, including senior engineers from Lockheed Martin the American manufacturer of the F-35 is expected to arrive in the coming week to fix the persisting snag. Social media, meanwhile, has had a field day.

One widely shared post features an image of the stranded aircraft with a mock caption offering it “for sale,” inviting bids from interested buyers.

Another popular discussion draws a parallel with a classic Malayalam comedy film, Vellanakalude Nadu, directed by Priyadarshan and starring Mohanlal. In the film, Mohanlal’s character takes possession of a long-defunct road roller after winning a local body tender. Despite help from a bumbling mechanic (played by the late comedian Pappu), the machine refuses to start. The situation escalates when the local council chief (played by Shobana) threatens legal action unless the eyesore is removed. Eventually, a chaotic attempt to tow the roller ends with it crashing into her compound a sequence now being compared, tongue-in-cheek, to the ongoing plight of the British jet.

The memes have even sparked speculation over whether standard aviation parking fees will be applied to the parked aircraft. As of Saturday, however, the F-35B remains in the same spot it landed, with no decision yet taken to tow it into a hangar. Until the technical team arrives and finds a fix, the world’s most advanced fighter jet remains grounded — and an unlikely star of Kerala’s meme culture.

 

 

 

-IANS

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PM Modi’s Historic Visit To Ghana: Strengthening Bilateral Ties And Fostering Economic Cooperation, Welcomed By Ghana’s Leadership

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The Commune
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming visit will underscore the warm and enduring friendly relations between Ghana and India and the importance of strengthening bilateral ties, the Ghana Presidency has said.

PM Modi is scheduled to undertake a five-nation visit starting 2 July, visiting Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on 27 June. In the first leg of his visit, PM Modi will visit Ghana (2-3 July), which will be the Prime Minister’s first-ever bilateral visit to Ghana. This Prime Ministerial visit from India to Ghana is taking place after three decades.

“The Presidency of the Republic of Ghana is pleased to announce that the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, will undertake a two-day Official Visit to Ghana from Wednesday… The visit highlights the warm and longstanding friendly relations between Ghana and India, as well as the importance both nations place on strengthening their strategic partnership,” said Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in-charge of Government Communications of Ghana on 27 June.

During the visit, he will hold talks with Ghana President John Dramani Mahama to review the strong bilateral partnership and discuss further avenues to enhance it through economic, energy, and defence collaboration and development cooperation partnership. “The leaders will engage in discussions aimed at deepening cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, agriculture, technology, education, healthcare, and energy. They will also exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest,” the statement added.

The statement further mentioned that key highlights of the visit will include the signing of several bilateral agreements to consolidate cooperation frameworks between Ghana and India, followed by a joint Press Conference addressed by President Mahama and Prime Minister Modi. President Mahama will also host a State Dinner in honour of Prime Minister Modi and his delegation. “The visit by Prime Minister Modi is expected to strengthen bilateral ties, foster deeper economic cooperation, and solidify the bonds of friendship between the peoples of Ghana and India,” read the statement. Meanwhile, the MEA said that this visit will “reaffirm the shared commitment of the two countries to deepen bilateral ties and strengthen India’s engagement with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union.”

-IANS

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Delhi Police Arrests 18 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals, Including Five Posing As Transgender Women, In Major Immigration Bust

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The Commune
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In a major crackdown on illegal immigration, the Foreigner Cell of the Delhi Police apprehended 18 Bangladeshi nationals, including five individuals who posed as transgender women, during a coordinated combing operation in Ashok Vihar, North-West Delhi.

The action followed weeks of surveillance and targeted intelligence inputs. Police teams conducted a meticulous verification drive across over 100 jhuggis and 150 lanes, strategically cordoning off the area to ensure no suspect could escape. During the operation, a suspicious individual was stopped for verification. Initially evasive, he eventually confessed to being a Bangladeshi national living without valid travel documents. Acting swiftly on the leads provided, police located and detained 12 more members of his family, including 10 adults and three children, all residing illegally in India.

In a second part of the operation, police teams identified five individuals involved in street begging who presented themselves as transgender women. According to Delhi Police, it was found that these individuals had altered their physical appearance to resemble women by using heavy makeup, traditional female attire such as sarees and salwar suits, artificial hair (wigs), bangles, bindis, breast enhancement techniques, and other feminine accessories.

“Some had also modified their voice and body language to closely mimic female mannerisms. These calculated efforts appeared to be aimed at blending into densely populated areas and leveraging social sensitivities towards women and transgender persons, thereby complicating routine identification and verification by enforcement agencies,” said Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North-West) Sikandar Singh. During detailed questioning, they revealed that they had adopted these disguises and had even undergone minor surgeries and hormonal treatments to alter their sex and appearance in an attempt to evade detection.

From the suspects, seven smartphones were seized — all installed with the banned IMO app, used to communicate with contacts in Bangladesh. The use of banned apps and illegal residency is a direct violation of the Foreigners Act, 1946, and other immigration laws. All 18 individuals have been taken into custody and shifted to the Foreigner Cell for further interrogation and legal processing. A deportation procedure is being initiated in coordination with the following FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office).

-IANS

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Radical Islamist Zohran Mamdani Had Appeared At Brooklyn Mosque Where Imams Preached Hatred Against Jews, Christians

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The Commune
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New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, a self-styled progressive Democrat, has been linked to a Brooklyn Mosque where imams have openly prayed for Hamas terrorists, called for the annihilation of Jews, and preached hatred against Christians and Americans.

In a January 2025 post on social media, Mamdani stated that he was attending Jummah prayers at the Islamic Society of Bay Ridge. He also appeared in photos standing next to Imam Muhammad Al-Barr, a religious leader known for praising Hamas and calling for divine guidance for their attacks on Israel.

Just five months earlier, Al-Barr had been recorded in the same mosque delivering a prayer calling for violent jihad, “Oh Allah, grant victory to all of them, and do not grant anyone victory over them. Oh Allah, lift the enemy’s hands from them. Oh Allah, protect their honor and their life. Oh Allah, annihilate those who occupied their lands, those who betrayed and deserted them and those who spilled their blood. Annihilate all of them and show us your fierce punishment and revenge upon them.”

He further said, “In 1967, enormous Arab armies were not able to stand in the face of the Israeli aggression for more than 6 days. Our armies were destroyed, and our lands were occupied in a matter of 6 days. The (Arab) armies raised the white flags and retreated from the battlefield. They declared their defeat, and they took pride in this for the whole world to see. This took place in 1967. In 1973, the armies of Egypt and Syria together were not able to keep standing in the face of aggression for more than 3 months. Then disengagement and ceasefire agreements were signed, and so on. And we are talking about armies with many soldiers, armed to the teeth. So what should we say about men who do not have even one percent of what these armies have, and despite this, they are still holding out steadfast, after 316 days? 316 days! We ask Allah to make them strong and guide their shooting. We ask Allah to accept their martyrs. Enormous armies have not been able to hold out steadfastly, and their commanders declared defeat after defeat, while these people receive no support save that of Allah. We ask Allah to reward all this effort and sacrifice with a great victory for them and for all the Muslims.”

The mosque’s former imam, Reda Shata, has previously been profiled by The New York Times and is known for spreading deeply antisemitic messages. Shata has claimed that Jews are “the biggest liars among all of God’s creation,” attributing their behavior to a so-called “lying gene,” and describing them as “masters of forgery.”

The Islamic Society of Bay Ridge has also been linked to public rallies where Hamas flags were openly displayed and has hosted memorial services for Hamas leaders.

Image Source: Memri

The mosque was also reportedly involved in events surrounding the 1994 murder of a Jewish teenager.

The Islamic Society of Bay Ridge, where Mamdani chose to pray publicly, has a long and documented history of promoting extremist ideologies. Multiple sermons captured and archived by MEMRI (Middle East Media Research Institute) show clerics delivering inflammatory statements targeting Jews, Christians, and non-Muslims.

Image Source: Memri

In one such sermon, a speaker told the congregation, “Teach [your children] to hate everything about kufr (infidels): the holidays, the dress, the manners, and everything.”

Image Source: Memri
Image Source: Memri

Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and member of the New York State Assembly representing Queens, has previously drawn criticism for his pro-Palestinian stances and controversial rhetoric. Additionally, he has exhibited Hinduphobic behaviour by abusing Hindus. In 2020, Mamdani led an aggressive protest in Times Square against the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. According to videos circulated at the time, slurs like “Hindus are bastards” were shouted during the protest, statements Mamdani has neither disavowed nor clarified. That protest was backed by Khalistani separatists.

His critics note that Mamdani often conflates Hindus with India’s ruling BJP, turning political dissent into religious animosity. When fellow politicians like Jennifer Rajkumar and Kevin Thomas refused to denounce Modi during his 2023 New York visit, Mamdani labeled them as complicit, again stoking intra-community rifts.

(With inputs from Front Page Magazine)

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Mount Road Maoists: The Hindu’s Suhasini Haidar Parrots Like A Chinese Puppet, Uses Chinese Govt’s Nomenclature “Xizang Autonomous Region” For Tibet And Hails ‘Lots Of Development’, Gets Applauded By Chinese Diplomat

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The Commune
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The Communist sympathizer and Chinese mouthpiece ‘The Hindu’, once again, has demonstrated its loyalty to China, earning praise from Yu Jing, the spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in India, by promoting Lhasa, the religious and administrative capital of Tibet. This came as part of a media delegation from The Hindu,  which trekked to Kailash Manasarovar in Tibet, where they lauded China’s developments in the region.

In a video, The Hindu’s reporter Suhasini Haidar states, “We’ve finally reached Lhasa, though this isn’t our final stop on our way to Kailash Manasarovar yatra, where we’ll meet the first batch of Indian pilgrims in six years. What we’re seeing here in Lhasa is the new airport. I can tell you. this is my third trip to Lhasa—I’ve visited in 2007, 2014, and now in 2025—and each time, there’s been a new airport. More tourists, more migrations into Lhasa from the mainland in China. Lot of people moving here, a lot of people being moved here as well and what we’re really seeing is the development of the area on our way in and the final approach to Lhasa Gongar Airport. What we were able to see was the plethora of solar panels that have been put in and the tunnels that have been dug the highways that are being put there. Obviously, Tibet has seen a lot of development in these years. A lot of military development as well and of course this is the route to the line of actual control with India and these supply chains these roadways as well as the railroads have definitely been improved over this time. What you’re seeing here is the spectacular views of old Lhasa as it’s known now, but this was Lhasa many of these homes have been restored or many of the roads certainly recreated you can see the roads below having been rebuilt. But what you’re seeing in the distance is really the iconic part of Lhasa the Potala Palace, the home of the Dalai Lamas from 1649 uh to 1959. When the present Dalai Lama fled from Tibet.”

In response to The Hindu’s glowing portrayal of China’s development in Tibet, Yu Jing shared the video on her official X (formerly Twitter) account, saying, “Follow the steps of Ms. Suhasini Haidar to witness the development of #Lhasa in #Xizang Autonomous Region, China. Credit: @suhasinih @the_hindu.”

This praise from Yu Jing further amplifies The Hindu’s role in promoting China’s narrative on Tibet.

This is not the first time The Hindu has been criticized for its bias. The newspaper has long been recognized as a media outlet that frequently adopts positions hostile to India, while aligning itself with China’s strategic interests. Over the years, The Hindu has solidified its reputation as a consistent promoter of narratives that undermine India’s sovereignty, national security, and internal stability. Whether covering border issues, defense matters, or domestic policies, the newspaper has often echoed adversarial views that align closely with China’s geopolitical agenda.

There are 32 documented instances where The Hindu has either directly supported China’s stance or published content critical of India’s armed forces, democratic institutions, and sovereignty, often reflecting China’s voice in its narratives.

 #1 The Hindu Publishes Distorted India Map Omitting Sikkim, Faces Backlash, Issues Apology Later

In a glaring and controversial oversight, The Hindu published a map of India that completely omitted the state of Sikkim in its 13 May 2025 edition. The map accompanied an article titled “With a New Pope, an Understanding of Catholicism in India” and appeared in the newspaper’s Data Point section. The state’s boundaries were missing, effectively erasing Sikkim from the national map. This comes against the backdrop of the Chinese government’s periodic claims that Sikkim is part of Tibet, referring to it as “South Tibet” as part of its ‘Five finger‘ territorial expansion strategy.

Following a wave of public backlash and criticism over this “grave error,” The Hindu issued an official apology the next day, on 14 May 2025. The editorial team acknowledged the mistake and attempted to downplay the incident as a technical glitch. Their corrigendum read, “Due to a data input error, the India map in the article, ‘With a New Pope, an Understanding of Catholicism in India’, which appeared in the Data Point section on May 13, 2025, was incorrectly presented with the contours of Sikkim State being shaded out. We apologise for the error. The map and the references have been removed from the story online and corrected in our e-paper editions.” — The Editor.

#2 The Hindu Spreads False Report on Crash of Three Indian Fighter Jets

On 7 May 2025, The Hindu published a misleading report falsely claiming that three Indian Air Force aircraft had crashed in different parts of Jammu and Kashmir — specifically in Akhnoor, Ramban, and Pampore. The report included photographs to support the claim, suggesting that the debris belonged to downed jets.

However, the images used by The Hindu were later revealed to be misleading — the so-called “crashed jets” were actually external fuel tanks, not aircraft wreckage. The publication failed to verify basic facts before running the story, leading to widespread confusion and panic.

Once the false claim was exposed, The Hindu quietly deleted the article from its platform and issued a weak clarification, merely expressing “regret” for the confusion caused.

#3 Hindu Echoes Chinese Talking Points on BRI Deal with Nepal

On 4 December 2024, The Hindu published an article that openly praised China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) following the signing of a cooperation framework between Nepal and China. Instead of offering a critical or balanced perspective, the piece amplified pro-China narratives, portraying the BRI as a game-changing opportunity for Nepal’s economic development.

The article highlighted supposed benefits of the BRI, including improved infrastructure and regional connectivity, while praising China’s influence in Nepal—particularly under the leadership of former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, known for his Beijing-friendly stance. It even echoed the Chinese propaganda line that BRI could help transform Nepal from a “landlocked” to a “land-linked” nation.

By uncritically promoting China’s strategic initiative—which many countries and experts have criticized as a debt-trap diplomacy tool—The Hindu once again demonstrated its inclination to align with China’s geopolitical agenda, further fueling concerns about its editorial loyalties and its role in shaping public opinion in favor of foreign interests.

#4 The Hindu Echoes Beijing’s Narrative on U.S. Sanctions Against China’s Chip Industry

On 3 December 2024, The Hindu published a report covering new U.S. sanctions targeting China’s semiconductor sector. Rather than providing a balanced analysis, the article leaned heavily in favor of China’s narrative, portraying Beijing as a resilient and technologically advancing nation unfairly targeted by Washington.

The report downplayed the strategic and security rationale behind the U.S. restrictions and instead framed American actions as unjustified aggression, painting China as a victim. The Hindu’s coverage praised China’s progress in chip technology and positioned it as bravely resisting Western pressure.

This framing is yet another example of The Hindu’s increasingly pro-China editorial stance, where it amplifies Chinese state talking points and casts suspicion on democratic nations, especially when their policies challenge Beijing’s expansionist or technological ambitions.

#5 The Hindu Glorifies Chinese Military Power After Warship Display in Hong Kong

On 21 November 2024, China showcased its growing naval strength by docking its advanced amphibious assault ship Hainan in Hong Kong—a move widely interpreted as a demonstration of Beijing’s military assertiveness and strategic signaling.

Rather than offering a critical or balanced view, The Hindu, in its article published the next day, amplified Chinese propaganda, framing the warship’s presence not as a threat, but as a justified act of self-defense. The report portrayed China’s military buildup as a necessary response to regional instability, downplaying concerns about Chinese aggression and expansionism.

By endorsing Beijing’s narrative and portraying its rising military power in a positive light, The Hindu once again aligned itself with China’s strategic messaging—defending the CCP’s militarization efforts under the pretense of maintaining “sovereignty” and “regional balance.” This coverage further cements The Hindu’s image as a publication sympathetic to foreign authoritarian interests over India’s strategic concerns.

#6 The Hindu Undermines India While Applauding China’s Healthcare System

On 18 November 2024, The Hindu published an article on India’s diabetes crisis that appeared to downplay India’s efforts while glorifying China’s healthcare model. Instead of focusing on India’s challenges and strategies, the piece leaned heavily toward praising China, presenting its healthcare response as a superior example.

The article suggested that China’s initiatives—such as improving healthcare access, curbing tobacco use, and increasing public awareness—were worth emulating, positioning Beijing as a global role model in diabetes control. It implied that India, in contrast, was lagging and struggling to meet the World Health Organization’s 2030 targets.

Once again, The Hindu chose to highlight China’s strengths while casting India in a negative light, subtly promoting the narrative that India should follow China’s lead—even in public health. This editorial choice reflects a pattern of undermining India’s achievements by constantly projecting China as the more competent and capable nation, thereby reinforcing the paper’s growing reputation as sympathetic to foreign agendas over national pride.

#7 The Hindu Promotes Nepal-China Alignment While Undermining India

In its 14 November 2024 coverage of Nepal Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli’s visit to China—his first foreign trip since taking office—The Hindu subtly endorsed Kathmandu’s growing proximity to Beijing, while downplaying India’s role in regional diplomacy.

The article emphasized Nepal’s request for a loan waiver from China for the Pokhara International Airport and drew attention to the stalled airspace negotiations with India, framing the narrative in a way that appeared sympathetic to Nepal’s pivot toward China.

#8 The Hindu Portrays India’s Foreign Policy as Weak Over U.S. Sanctions

In its 1 November 2024 article on the U.S. sanctions imposed on Indian entities for alleged links to Russia, The Hindu used the situation to implicitly criticize India’s foreign policy stance, portraying it as passive and ineffective.

The report emphasized India’s “silence” following the sanctions—despite being one of the most affected countries—as a sign of diplomatic weakness. Instead of contextualizing India’s strategic balancing between global powers, The Hindu framed the lack of a public response as a failure in asserting national interest on the global stage.

The article focused heavily on the U.S. Treasury Department’s decision to sanction nearly 400 entities, including several from India, over accusations of supplying “dual-use” technology to Russia. Yet, rather than analyzing the broader geopolitical landscape, The Hindu used the development to subtly question the Indian government’s foreign policy priorities, reinforcing a narrative that undermines India’s global diplomacy while aligning with Western criticisms.

#9 The Hindu Applauds China’s New Information Warfare Force

In its 19 April 2024 report, The Hindu commended China’s strategic move to establish a powerful new Information Support Force under President Xi Jinping, portraying it as a visionary step in modernizing China’s military infrastructure.

Rather than examining the potential global risks or regional threats posed by this expansion of China’s information warfare capabilities, the article framed the development in a positive, almost admiring tone, emphasizing the force’s role in supporting “military struggles” across all domains—cyber, space, land, sea, and air.

#10 The Hindu Portrays China’s Military Outreach in South Asia as Harmless Cooperation

In its 13 March 2024 article, The Hindu reported on a Chinese military delegation’s visits to Maldives, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, presenting the development as a benign push for regional stability and cooperation—rather than a calculated expansion of Beijing’s strategic influence in South Asia.

The article emphasized China’s “military assistance” agreement with the Maldives, framing it as part of a cooperative vision under President Mohamed Muizzu, who has openly aligned with Beijing. It also highlighted China’s defense ties with Sri Lanka and Nepal, portraying the strengthening of military relationships as positive bilateral progress.

Rather than scrutinizing the geopolitical and security risks of China’s deepening military presence in India’s immediate neighborhood, The Hindu cast these developments in a favorable light—further reinforcing its pattern of echoing Chinese strategic narratives while downplaying their consequences for India’s regional security and influence.

#11 Chinese Ambassador’s Visit to ‘The Hindu’ Headquarters Raises Eyebrows

On 1 June 2022, during a two-day trip to Tamil Nadu, Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong paid a visit to the headquarters of the left-leaning English daily The Hindu. During his visit, he held a private meeting with Editor Suresh Nambath and engaged with other senior editorial staff.

The visit, which appeared more than just a courtesy call, raised serious questions about The Hindu’s proximity to Beijing. Given the publication’s editorial slant and its history of favorable coverage of Chinese interests, this interaction was widely seen as a reflection of the newspaper’s deep ideological and strategic alignment with China.

#12 The Hindu Echoes China’s Narrative on Galwan Clash

In its coverage of the deadly Galwan Valley clash, where 20 Indian soldiers were martyred in a brutal confrontation with Chinese troops, The Hindu appeared to amplify Beijing’s version of events rather than India’s official stance.

The article gave prominence to statements issued by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), which accused India of breaching prior agreements and provoking the skirmish. It went so far as to reiterate China’s claim that “the sovereignty of the Galwan Valley has always belonged to China”—a position that India categorically denies.

Instead of fairly presenting India’s viewpoint or underlining the loss suffered by Indian forces, The Hindu seemed to minimize India’s position by focusing heavily on China’s diplomatic protests and its portrayal of the incident as a defensive response. This coverage reflected a pattern of favoring adversarial narratives over national interest, even in matters of national security and territorial integrity.

#13 The Hindu Sides with Beijing in Coverage of Galwan Valley Clash

Following the violent Galwan Valley clash on June 15, 2021, The Hindu published an article centered on the diplomatic fallout between India and China. Instead of presenting a balanced narrative, the report gave prominent attention to China’s official protest, in which Beijing accused Indian soldiers of crossing the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to carry out “illegal activities”, allegedly provoking the confrontation.

The article primarily reflected China’s version of events, portraying Indian actions as the trigger for the incident. This coverage echoed Beijing’s stance, framing the border clash as a reaction to Indian provocation, while downplaying India’s legitimate territorial concerns and the loss of its soldiers.

Such selective reporting again underscored The Hindu’s tendency to amplify Chinese perspectives on critical national security issues—at the cost of India’s own narrative and interests.

#14 The Hindu Echoes China’s Denial of LAC Violations in Ladakh

In its coverage of the ongoing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, The Hindu published a report that prominently amplified China’s official stance, downplaying Indian concerns over border intrusions.

The article focused on China’s rebuttal of allegations that its troops had crossed into Indian territory to obstruct an irrigation project. Instead, it highlighted Beijing’s claims that its military personnel were operating strictly within Chinese territory and reiterated their position that no side should attempt to alter the status quo unilaterally.

Rather than critically assessing these claims or reflecting India’s perspective, the piece appeared to endorse China’s narrative, portraying it as a responsible actor advocating for peace—despite repeated instances of aggression on the ground. Once again, The Hindu’s coverage leaned toward normalizing China’s rhetoric in a sensitive national security context.

#15 The Hindu Glorifies Communist China on CPC’s 100th Anniversary

On the centenary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), The Hindu, a known left-leaning outlet, published a piece that read more like praise for Beijing’s authoritarian regime than objective journalism.

The article, authored by Alka Acharya, a professor of Chinese Studies at JNU and often presented as a “China expert,” lauded the CPC under Xi Jinping, describing it as Qiang Qilai—a “rising power.” She credited the Party for effectively overcoming internal and external challenges and positioning China as a global force to reckon with.

In the piece, Acharya celebrated the CPC’s role in shedding China’s so-called “colonial mindset” and promoted the narrative of a ‘resurgent China’ ready to challenge global powers—a vision tightly aligned with Beijing’s propaganda.

That The Hindu chose to publish such a glowing endorsement of China’s totalitarian regime on a landmark occasion for the CPC raises serious concerns about the outlet’s editorial leanings and its willingness to amplify Chinese state narratives.

#16 The Hindu Runs Full-Page Chinese Advertorial Celebrating 100 Years of Communist Rule

On 1 July 2021, The Hindu published what can only be described as a glaring example of soft propaganda—a full-page advertorial paid for by the Chinese government, marking the 100th anniversary of the Communist Party of China (CPC).

This sponsored content appeared on Page 3 of the newspaper, blending seamlessly with regular editorial content, making it difficult for casual readers to recognize it as a paid promotion. However, a closer look revealed that it was clearly planted by Chinese interests, designed to celebrate the CPC’s rise and present it in a flattering light.

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Adding to this coordinated media push, The Hindu also released a podcast discussing the CPC’s achievements, growth, and global influence—further amplifying China’s narrative through a platform widely seen as sympathetic to left-wing ideologies.

By offering its space and credibility to Beijing’s state-funded propaganda, The Hindu raised serious ethical concerns about its editorial independence and willingness to serve foreign influence under the guise of journalism.

#17 The Hindu Glorifies China’s Political Evolution Under the Communist Regime

On 26 June 2021, The Hindu published an article titled “CPC Back to the Future for China’s Communists,” authored by Ananth Krishnan. The piece paints a glowing narrative of the Communist Party of China (CPC), portraying its political transformation as a sign of strength and adaptability.

The article highlighted how the CPC has shifted from the era of collective leadership under Deng Xiaoping to a centralized, authoritarian model under Xi Jinping, which the piece describes as a revival of Mao-style strongman rule. Rather than critiquing this consolidation of power, the article frames it as a natural and effective evolution of China’s political structure.

In simple terms, the article attempts to legitimize the CPC’s increasingly autocratic governance, presenting its journey from 1921 to the present as a model of resilience and strategic leadership—downplaying the lack of political freedom, human rights concerns, and international criticism surrounding China’s regime under Xi.

Once again, The Hindu appears to champion Beijing’s narrative, raising questions about its editorial intentions and alignment with Chinese interests.

#18 The Hindu Echoes China’s Narrative on LAC Tensions; Blames India

In an article published on 11 December 2020, The Hindu took a stance that seemed to closely mirror China’s official narrative regarding the ongoing border disputes between India and China. The piece prominently featured China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying, who asserted that India was solely responsible for the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

The article portrayed China’s position as advocating for a diplomatic solution to the standoff, with Hua Chunying emphasizing Beijing’s commitment to regional peace and stability. This stance was presented alongside India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s assertions that China had breached previous border agreements, particularly by deploying large military forces along the LAC.

By highlighting China’s perspective and framing India’s response in contrast, The Hindu appeared to amplify China’s narrative, subtly aligning with Beijing’s position in the ongoing border conflict.

#19 The Hindu Profits from Chinese Propaganda

On 1 October 2020, The Hindu published a full-page advertorial sponsored by China to mark the occasion of China’s National Day. This paid content appeared on the third page of the newspaper. In a bid to make profits and promote Chinese Communist propaganda, The Hindu disregarded the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers, opting to publish the advertorial without any apparent hesitation.

Interestingly, while the advertorial was prominently featured in the print edition, it was notably absent from The Hindu’s digital platform, suggesting a selective approach to the content’s distribution.

#20 The Hindu Voices for China’s Defence Minister Claims 

On 5 September 2020, The Hindu published an article that closely mirrored Chinese state rhetoric, quoting China’s Defence Minister, General Wei Fenghe. During a meeting with India’s Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, in Moscow, General Wei firmly stated that India was entirely to blame for the ongoing tensions at the border. He emphasized China’s restraint and reiterated that Beijing was dedicated to resolving the dispute through diplomatic dialogue, in accordance with the agreement between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

#21 ‘The Hindu’ Echoes China’s Claims of Controlling 1,000 Sq. Km in Ladakh

On 31 August 2020, the Chinese Embassy in India released a statement regarding the recent confrontation along the LAC in eastern Ladakh. Hours before the embassy’s statement, The Hindu published a report suggesting that China controls 1,000 sq. km of land in Ladakh. The report claimed that intelligence provided to the Indian government indicated that China had gained control of this territory along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

The Indian Army had earlier reported that on the night of August 29-30, 2020, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) attempted provocative military actions aimed at changing the status quo. However, the Indian Armed Forces successfully preempted these movements along the Southern Bank of Pangong Tso Lake, thwarting China’s efforts.

#22 ‘The Hindu’ Amplifies China’s Narrative on India-China Border Tensions

The Hindu published an article that seems to echo China’s perspective regarding the tensions with India. The article delves into China’s internal discussions following the June 2020 clash along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). It primarily focuses on the views of Chinese strategists, who defend the confrontation as a response to what they perceive as India’s provocative actions, such as border infrastructure development and its growing ties with the United States.

This coverage appears to bolster China’s narrative, giving prominence to Beijing’s justification for the conflict while minimizing the broader context of India’s legitimate security concerns.

#23 ‘The Hindu’ Downplays Chinese Aggression in Ladakh, Shifts Blame to India

During the border standoff at the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India accused China of violating the 1993 peace agreement, particularly due to the military build-up. However, The Hindu emphasized in its article that India’s claims may oversimplify the situation. The piece argued that the border dispute between the two countries is complex and longstanding. It suggested that India’s military deployments and actions in the disputed areas may have triggered a defensive response from China. Furthermore, The Hindu suggested that India’s aggressive stance, including its counter-deployments, contributed to the escalating tensions.

 

#24 ‘The Hindu’ Favors Chinese Narrative, Downplays India’s Grievances Amid Galwan Clash

Following the deadly clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, which resulted in the deaths of an Indian Army Commanding Officer and two soldiers, The Hindu newspaper’s coverage appeared to favor a more sympathetic view of China. The paper repeatedly highlighted China’s narrative and its calls for de-escalation, while downplaying India’s grievances. The Hindu seemed to place greater emphasis on diplomatic efforts with China, rather than addressing the provocations and losses faced by India.

#25 ‘The Hindu’ Echoes China’s Stance on LAC, Implies Support for Beijing’s Border Claims

In this article, The Hindu reflects a sympathetic stance toward China‘s consistent position on the ongoing border dispute with India. The piece underscores China’s longstanding desire to maintain the post-1962 status quo along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), dating back to the 1962 conflict. It highlights China’s transparency over the years regarding its territorial claims and its firm stance on these boundaries. By focusing on these points, the article seems to imply support for China’s demand that India respect the established border lines, presenting Beijing’s position in a more favorable light.

#26 Linking Article 370 to LAC Tensions

A report by Wang Shida, Deputy Director of the China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations (CICIR), highlighted the rising tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and connected them to India’s decision to revoke Article 370 and alter the status of Jammu and Kashmir. This viewpoint sharply contrasts with the stance taken by The Hindu, which seems to increasingly align with China’s position on territorial sovereignty. While The Hindu appears to support India’s actions, it overlooks the broader geopolitical dynamics, instead focusing on nationalist narratives that downplay the complexity of the situation.

#27 ‘The Hindu’ Celebrates 70 Years of China-India Relation Amid Agression

On 1 April 2020, The Hindu ran a paid advertorial celebrating 70 years of diplomatic ties between China and India, even as China continued to renege on its promises to India. The Chinese Embassy, which financed the piece, framed it as a “special page,” giving the impression that The Hindu had independently published the content to commemorate the anniversary of their diplomatic relations, disregarding the ongoing tensions and unresolved issues between the two nations.

#28 The Hindu Says “State-Breaking is Not Nation-Making” on Abrogating Article 370 aligning with China’s narrative

In 2019, the newspaper’s stance on issues like the abrogation of Article 370 and the downgrading of Jammu and Kashmir’s status appeared to align with China’s perspective on territorial integrity and centralized power. This alignment is both surprising and concerning, as The Hindu, a prominent Indian media outlet, seemed to support the consolidation of authority, a concept often linked with authoritarian regimes like China’s, which prioritize national unity over the importance of regional diversity.

Particularly worrisome is The Hindu’s endorsement of the abrogation of Article 370, which disregards the critical importance of regional autonomy in maintaining India’s diverse social fabric. This autonomy has been instrumental in preventing ethnic conflicts across the country, and its erosion could destabilize the very unity The Hindu seeks to uphold.

#29 The Hindu Says “The Idea of India” is Failing Aftermath Amending Article 370

In its 2019 article, The Hindu strongly criticized the Indian government’s amendment of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status under Article 370, portraying it as a major break from the foundational “Idea of India”—a vision rooted in constitutional values, pluralism, and regional diversity. The article argued that the move, carried out without meaningful public engagement or local consent, eroded the principles of federalism and dismissed the unique identity of Jammu and Kashmir. It also condemned the Modi government’s top-down, centralized strategy, drawing comparisons to historical authoritarian approaches, and cautioned that the decision could fuel long-term unrest, deepening alienation and triggering further instability in the region.

#30 The Hindu Praises China’s BRI as a Model for Global Progress

The Hindu published a piece that strongly endorsed China’s revamped narrative around the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), emphasizing its supposed shift toward greater transparency and inclusivity. The article presented the BRI as a visionary project designed to enhance global collaboration and economic connectivity, largely echoing Beijing’s official stance.

While India opted out of the Belt and Road Forum (BRF) due to objections over the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which runs through Indian territory, The Hindu framed China’s role as a constructive global leader. The article portrayed China’s efforts as a bold step in reimagining global governance, promoting economic interdependence, and leading the future of international development.

#31 The Hindu Promotes Chinese National Day with Full-Page Coverage

On 28 September 2018, The Hindu published an elaborate special page dedicated to the celebration of China’s National Day. The feature prominently included a message from Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui, along with promotional content showcasing China’s major diplomatic milestones from 2018.

The page also highlighted China’s so-called achievements under 40 years of economic reform and opening-up, the expansion of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), and the Communist Party’s strategic plan to build a “modern socialist nation.” The tone and content reflected open support for China’s narrative, presenting the nation’s political and economic ambitions in an overwhelmingly positive light.

#32 The Hindu Justifies Chinese Crackdown on Religious Freedom

On 11 August 2018, The Hindu published an article that echoed Beijing’s justification for the planned demolition of the Grand Mosque in Weizhou, Ningxia. The piece closely mirrored the Chinese government’s narrative, asserting that “no religion is above the law.”

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Mira Nair & Mahmood Mamdani: The Deep-State Funded Capitalist Parents Of Radical Islamist Zohran Mamdani Who Waxes Eloquent On Socialism

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a self-described democratic socialist and member of the New York State Assembly, has positioned himself as a representative of grassroots politics and progressive values. However, a deep-dive investigation into his family background reveals longstanding associations with elite institutions, foreign funding agencies, and global foundations often accused of covert geopolitical agendas. This report traces the extensive network of support extended to his parents—filmmaker Mira Nair and academic Mahmood Mamdani—and raises important questions about the authenticity of Zohran’s socialist platform.

Mira Nair: The Woke Filmmaker Funded By The Deep State

Mira Nair – the name may sound like she’s a Malayali but she’s not. Her name is actually Mira Nayyar and she was born to Punjabi family with roots in Delhi. Nayyar is a punjabi last name. Her family writes Nayyar as Nair for the reasons best known to them.

Mira Nair, is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker and founder of the Salaam Baalak Trust (SBT), an NGO launched in the aftermath of her film Salaam Bombay!.

Salaam Baalak Trust received substantial financial support from the Ford Foundation and USAID, both U.S.-based institutions with well-documented affiliations to intelligence operations and foreign policy tools.

Archived website data from SBT (2006–2007) confirms:

“USAID/Family Health International have partnered with SBT since October 1999 in an HIV prevention project with around 4,000 street and working children at and around New Delhi Railway Station.”

Mira Nair’s mother, Dr. Mrs. Praveen Nair, is Chairperson Emeritus of SBT.

Ford Foundation, Gates Foundation, and Open Society Links

Mira Nair’s filmmaking and advocacy career is heavily supported by powerful philanthropic entities:

Ford Foundation

Nair is a Ford Foundation Fellow.

Her work has been repeatedly sponsored by the foundation, including the Point of View exhibition “In Black and White: What has Independence Meant for Women in India?” (1999).

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (funded her AIDS awareness films, including “AIDS Jaago”, screened at the American Centre in New Delhi) in 2009.

Open Society Institute (now Open Society Foundations)

Nair’s Maisha Film Lab, established in East Africa, is funded by OSI, Ford Foundation, and other international donors. Other funders include Agnes Gund Foundation, MLE Foundation, Pannonia Pictures.

She also partners with other Ford Foundation funded film NGOs.

Open Society Foundations also promotes her content. Here’s an example:

It was also on their Facebook page.

Qatar Government & Pro-Palestine Propaganda

Nair’s 2012 film, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, was funded by the Doha Film Institute (Qatar government), an entity that also supports Hamas-linked cultural projects.

The film subtly critiques U.S. foreign policy while humanizing post-9/11 Muslim narratives—aligning with Qatar’s geopolitical stance.

Additionally, Mira Nair’s Maisha Film Labs has also collaborated with Doha Tribeca Film Festival.

Nair has openly advocated for Palestinian rights, collaborating with pro-Palestine artists and using her platform to criticize Israel.

Faces of Palestine, a pro-resistance platform, praises her for “boldly using her films to highlight the Palestinian struggle.”

Take a look at her “contributions” for the Palestinian cause!

Pakistan Connections & Anti-India Sentiments

Mira Nair has strong emotions and affiliation to Pakistan. In January 2025, she spoke at Afkar-e-Taza ThinkFest in Lahore, Pakistan, with novelist Mohsin Hamid. Tracing her Pakistani connection, she said, “My Abbu came from Lahore. My mother was from Amritsar. I grew up in Orissa, in the east of India where he was a civil servant but we grew up with the poems of Faiz and Iqbal. He only spoke Urdu and Persian and my mother spoke Punjabi and Hindi. I lived in those words, lyrics and dreams of here (Lahore). It was always a desire to come here but was almost impossible until 2005/6 when Ali Sethi, Jugnu and Najam Sethi invited Mahmood (her husband) and I to speak about Monsoon Wedding and my films.”

She added that it felt like coming back “into the embrace of a bosomi Punjabi Auntie JI”

Her father Amrit Lal Singh Nair was an IAS officer. It is reported that she received a Harvard scholarship, and her career started as a socialist funded by a capitalist! Interestingly, her husband Mahmood Mamdani is also a Harvard alumnus.

Mahmood Mamdani: The Academic Operative

Zohran’s father, Mahmood Mamdani, is an academic whose career was bankrolled by the same deep-state networks.

Mamdani’s research papers appear in Ford Foundation’s 2004 annual report, including “Local Resource Mobilisation by Non-Profit Organizations in East Africa” and “Good Muslim, Bad Muslim: America, the Cold War and the Roots of Terror” (a book critiquing U.S. foreign policy while being funded by a U.S. soft-power entity).

He founded the Center for Basic Research (CBR) in Uganda, which also received Ford Foundation grants.

The Network Behind Zohran Kwame Mamdani

While Zohran Mamdani publicly identifies as a Marxist or democratic socialist, the systemic financial and institutional backing his family has enjoyed over decades paints a different picture.

The Ford Foundation, USAID, Gates Foundation, OSI, and Doha Film Institute have all supported projects initiated or led by Zohran’s parents.

Like several other self-proclaimed leftists, Zohran Mamdani emerges from an elite background funded by the very structures that Marxist ideologies seek to dismantle.

Both Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani were given fellowships, funding, and international platforms early in their careers by institutions known for shaping global narratives, development policy, and cultural influence.

The evidence presented does not rely on speculation. It draws from public records, institutional reports, and official acknowledgments.

This article is based on an X thread by Vijay Patel.

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From Tenkasi To The Skies, A Veerasigamani From Veerasigamani: Abikaran Speaks To The Commune About His Inspiring Journey To The Indian Air Force

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The state of Tamil Nadu has a fairly lower level of armed forces related interactions compared to other border states up north. And yet, the number of defence aspirants is rising here. In the series of inspiring youth we have interviewed, we spoke to a young lad Abikaran from Veerasigamani village in south Tamil Nadu.

Interestingly, the name Veerasigamani translates to “a brave and distinguished gem” — a name that perfectly reflects Abikaran’s spirit and ambition

Read how with dogged determination, he is on his way to become the first Indian Air Force officer from his village.

The Commune: Congratulations, Abikaran. Tell us a bit about yourself.

Abikaran: Thank you, I am Abikaran, a Mechanical Engineering graduate from Veerasigamani village in Tenkasi district. I completed my schooling in the same village and pursued my engineering degree at Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai. After college, I worked as a design engineer in a private firm. My father runs a car service workshop, my mother is a homemaker, and my elder brother is an engineer preparing for the UPSC.

The Commune: What inspired you to join the armed forces?

Abikaran: As a child, I was a big fan of movies, but everything changed when a close friend transferred to a Sainik School. Around that time, I also saw a documentary on the NDA in Class 9, and that really caught my interest. I learned that one could join the armed forces right after Class 12, and this friend explained the entire process to me. That sowed the seed, and I’ve been pursuing it since then.

The Commune: How did your family react when you told them about your decision to pursue a military career?

Abikaran: I first told them in Class 12, but back then I didn’t have full clarity myself. I even attended an interview then but didn’t clear it. Later, I told them I would continue trying after completing engineering. Since they had already seen my interest and seriousness, they supported me again. My parents viewed it like any other profession, though they hoped I would go for a safer stream like the Air Force instead of the Army. My brother has always been supportive – he’s passionate about uniformed services and is trying for the police force.

The Commune: You attempted the SSB 14 times. That’s extraordinary. Can you tell us about that journey?

Abikaran: I gave 11 SSB attempts; 8 times I was screened out, 3 times I reached the conference and was rejected. In my 12th attempt, I was finally recommended for the Air Force, and again recently, in my 14th attempt, I was selected. So I’ve been recommended twice. The journey began in 2023 and went on till December 2024. I went through screen outs in Bengaluru, Allahabad, and travelled long distances only to return without success. It was frustrating.

During one phase, I even doubted myself. At SSBs, officers advise candidates not to put all their eggs in one basket. That made me wonder whether I was truly cut out for this. But I told myself: this one will be my last attempt, and that’s the one I cleared.

The Commune: Tell us about your preparation strategy. How did it evolve?

Abikaran: I started preparing in Class 12 itself. I applied for NDA and technical entry. Though I wasn’t successful then, I did receive call letters for technical entry twice, for Bengaluru and Allahabad, but couldn’t attend the latter due to my father’s health at that time.

After college, I attempted the CDS and AFCAT exams multiple times. I cleared AFCAT thrice and got SSB recommendations twice. After engineering, I also applied through the Technical Entry Scheme and through the NCC Special Entry (I have a C-certificate and was in the Army wing).

The Commune: Did you prepare with friends or alone? And how did you discover Vizhi Awakening Trust?

Abikaran: I began studying on my own, with help from friends and YouTube. Coaching didn’t suit my work schedule. Around that time, a serving officer shared a flyer from Vizhi Awakening Trust. They run the “Naan Thalaivan Thittam” – a leadership development and defence prep programme for rural youth.

They selected me for the pilot batch, and it transformed my approach. Sessions were scheduled early morning and late night to accommodate working aspirants. The Trust brought in veterans who trained us in psychology, group discussion, general knowledge, and personality development. Commander Aravindan, in particular, mentored me deeply. The training sessions are predominatly online to cater to the students who are from all over the state, plus they may be working as well.

The Commune: Can you tell us more about Vizhi Awakening Trust and its work?

Abikaran: Vizhi Awakening Trust, founded in 2014, focuses on eliminating inequity in opportunity and mentorship between urban and rural youth. Their flagship initiative, Defence & Leadership Awakening Movement (DLAM), introduces students to defence careers, not just soldier entries but officer roles too.

They follow a 3-phase model: Awaken – Educate – Empower. Through workshops and direct mentoring, they’ve impacted over 15,300 students across Tamil Nadu. Their model addresses gaps in awareness, access, and mentorship. I was in their first batch with respect to Defence and Leadership, and now they have over 80–100 active aspirants under this, many of whom have been selected.

The Commune: How did you manage work and preparation together?

Abikaran: After college, I took up a full-time job, but defence was still my dream. My routine: I’d wake up by 4:30 or 5 AM, solve a mock test, analyze it, and head to work. During commutes and breaks, I watched news or educational videos. In the evening, I’d take another test. The Trust gave me a structured timetable, which was a game-changer. My day ended at around 11:30 PM to midnight.

For physical fitness, I did basic running on a local ground, as I didn’t have access to sports facilities. I didn’t play any sports during this phase, but I consistently practiced.

The Commune: What was your first choice among the three forces?

Abikaran: My first dream was to join the Indian Army, especially the Para SF. But over time, I became open to all three services. The mentors at the Trust also advised us not to limit ourselves to one force. When I got selected for the Air Force twice, I accepted it. My background in mechanical engineering helped me get selected in the technical stream.

The Commune: What role will you be performing in the Indian Air Force?

Abikaran: I’ve been selected for the Ground Duty (Technical Branch), specifically in Mechanical Engineering. I’ll be a Performance and Technical Officer. The training is 72 weeks – 6 months of basic military training in Hyderabad, followed by a year of technical training, which could be in either Chennai or Bengaluru.

The Commune: What advice would you give to defence aspirants, especially repeaters?

Abikaran:

  • Consistency is key. Keep learning and improving.
  • Understand the selection process thoroughly.
  • If you’re a repeater, don’t get demotivated. Many of us succeed only after several attempts.
  • Focus on correcting mistakes – often it’s small, silly errors that cost us.
  • Be yourself in the interviews. Don’t try to imitate others. They select you for who you are.

The Commune: Was English ever a barrier for you?

Abikaran: Yes, I studied in a village school, so I wasn’t confident in speaking English. That cost me during the initial SSBs. I worked on it by practicing in front of a mirror, recording myself, and speaking regularly to improve fluency.

The Commune: How is your family feeling now after your success?

Abikaran: They’ve been my biggest support from Class 12 till now, that is over 6 years. My father always said he wanted one of us, either me or my brother, to become an officer. Now he’s proud and relieved that my hard work paid off.

The Commune: Are you the first Air Force officer from your village?

Abikaran: Yes, I’ll be the first Air Force officer from Veerasigamani. One person from here is in the Coast Guard, and a few seniors from college are officers in the Army and Air Force. But many people here don’t know about officer entries – most join as soldiers, even those with degrees. I hope more will learn about these opportunities.

Abikaran’s journey is not just about achieving a dream; it’s about owning your journey and showing up for yourself every single day. As the first Air Force officer from his village, he now stands as a role model for many others across Tamil Nadu’s hinterlands.

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Malaysia Busts Militant Network, Arrests 36 Bangladeshi Nationals Linked To IS

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Malaysian authorities have dismantled an international militant network following the arrest of 36 Bangladeshi nationals suspected of involvement in a radical movement rooted in extremist ideology and violent beliefs.

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail announced that the arrests were made as part of a three-phase security operation in Selangor and Johor, which began on 24 April.

In a statement issued on Friday, he revealed that five of the suspects have been charged under Chapter VIA of the Penal Code and appeared in court sessions in Shah Alam and Johor Bahru. Additionally, 15 individuals have been issued deportation orders, while 16 others remain under investigation for their suspected connections to the militant group.

“Intelligence gathered and coordinated efforts by the Special Branch showed that this group imported extremist ideologies based on Islamic State (IS) teachings into Malaysia,” Saifuddin Nasution said.

He further explained that the group had set up recruitment cells within their own community to spread radical beliefs, raise funds for terrorist activities, and plot to destabilize their home country’s legitimate government.

“I want to make it clear that Malaysia will never be a haven, let alone a base of operations, for any foreign extremist elements,” he emphasized. “This operation underscores the seriousness of the Madani government in taking a firm stance against any threat to national security.”

Saifuddin Nasution also praised the country’s security forces, particularly the police, for their professionalism and effectiveness in safeguarding Malaysia’s sovereignty, public order, and social harmony.

The minister reiterated the government’s commitment to enhancing intelligence operations, strengthening law enforcement, and collaborating with both domestic and international security agencies to keep Malaysia secure and free from terrorist threats.

“Any attempt to use Malaysia as a base for militant operations or as a transit point for extremist movements will face decisive and swift countermeasures,” he concluded.

(With inputs from The Edge Malaysia)

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Congress Releases Book With Distorted India Map, Shows PoK As Part Of Pakistan And Aksai Chin As China In Its Official Book Against Modi Govt

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The Congress party appears to have no shame, repeatedly and deliberately using a distorted India map in its brochures and pamphlets—maps that cede parts of Jammu and Kashmir to China and Pakistan.

Now, the Tamil Nadu Congress has followed the same pattern. On one of its official X pages—specifically that of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee Research Department—it shared a misleading map of India while promoting a party campaign.

The cover of the book titled “Jumla Government’s false facts and realities” prepared by Research Department of Tamil Nadu Congress shows Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir as part of Pakistan and Aksai Chin as part of China.

The post read, “Tomorrow, the Tamil Nadu Congress Research Department will launch the #HundredDaysHundredPlaces campaign to expose the lies of the Jumla government. The campaign will be inaugurated by Dr. A. Sellakumar M.B.B.S., Ex-M.P., Permanent Invitee of the All India Congress Working Committee.”

The attached pamphlet included a distorted representation of India’s map, which drew sharp criticism and widespread backlash.

Only recently the Congress party found itself at the center of controversy after sharing a post on its official X account on 18 June 2025, that featured a map of Pakistan including Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) — a territory legally claimed by India. The post, intended to criticize Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy, included the caption, “Narendra Modi has ruined the foreign policy”, alongside a video depicting the disputed map.

The use of the map sparked widespread outrage, with critics accusing Congress of promoting anti-national sentiments and aligning with Pakistani narratives. Many called it a serious lapse in judgment, alleging the party was indirectly endorsing Pakistan’s territorial claims. Following intense backlash from political opponents and the public alike, the Congress deleted the post without offering an immediate explanation.

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