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"Love Jihad in 1565": Sulaiman Karrani orchestrated a sinister plot, ensnaring Kalapahad, a once valiant & staunch Hindu General unbeaten in battle, by using his daughter. The tragic tale unfolds as power, betrayal, and conversion reshape Orissa's history

In the 16th century, Rajiv Lochan Ray, renowned as Kalapahad, stood as the formidable army general under King Gajapati Mukundadeva of Kalinga (Orissa). The very name 'Kalapahad,' signifying 'Black Hill,' mirrored the imposing physicality and stature of this military commander. Despite his Hindu roots, historical accounts from both Orissa and the Mughal records portray him as a Muslim General of the Gaur Sultanate. His legacy bears the weight of the Konark Sun temple and Jagannath temple assaults, prompting a profound inquiry into how the once indomitable Hindu general embraced Islam and, as a converted Muslim, turned against his own temples.

Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar, a titan of Tamil Nadu's politics, was a sage-like nationalist and social reformer who defied oppressive norms and championed equality for all, whose name still sends shivers down the spine of Dravidian demagogues

Pasumpon U. Muthuramalinga Thevar is remembered as a pivotal figure who transcended the boundaries of just one region or community through his impactful actions and humanitarian efforts. Despite his significant contributions, including the donation of thousands of acres of land to dalits and Muslims and his efforts to abolish the Criminal Tribes Act, his legacy is often confined within the state of Tamil Nadu and associated predominantly with one community.

"Article 1: India, That Is Bharat": And Seth Govind Das argued that the Constitution is incomplete and needs many amendments, "If a meeting is held in our country, shall we address the gathering ‘Ay Indians’?, we should give her the ancient name ‘Bharat’"

"We, the People Of India." The phrase resonates with deep emotions of pride, history, and unity. Such is the gravitas of our self-imposed Constitution that with these opening words, we pledge an unsaid duty to ourselves and our nation. But, as citizens of this vast and diverse land, do we truly understand the depth and implications of our Constitution? In order to appreciate and uphold the spirit of these written laws, it's imperative that we dive deep into the heart and soul of the Constitution – the debates, the interpretations, and the amendments.

"In loyalty's absence, betrayal finds its stage": Indians sacrificed their life earnings to Netaji for a dream called freedom, Nehru, however, fancied a different richness: gifting it to Pakistan, Legacy decisions, they call it was one more great betrayal

It's truly astounding. Indians emptied their pockets, gave their life's earnings, all for the cause of freedom. Yet, what did Nehru do with the accumulated treasure of the INA? He contemplated giving a chunk of it to Pakistan. The very thought feels like a slap in the face of every Indian who ever contributed. "Pakistan had claimed a part of the said assets and it was agreed that the same should be divided between India and Pakistan in the ratio of 2:1," Nehru, our very first Prime Minister post-Independence, penned in his communication to Bengal's then Chief Minister regarding the INA funds procured from Singapore.