Brij Khandelwal

Brij Khandelwal is an Agra-based senior journalist.

In political debates these days, Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru are often blamed for the 1947 Partition. Socialist thinker and leader Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, in his book ‘Guilty Men of India’s Partition’, targeted the Congressmen. Proponents of Akhand Bharat and ‘Sone Ki Chidiya’ criticize the leadership of the freedom movement for agreeing to the partition of India.

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In the pursuit of India's development, it is crucial to question if mere infrastructure growth is enough to signify progress in society. Can real advancement be achieved through mere showmanship and empty promises? The foundation of genuine progress lies in rectifying our core values and mindset.

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In historic cities, the encroachment of public roads by eateries, shop extensions, advertising displays, landscaping, fencing, and garages has become a pressing issue that is impacting urban mobility, safety, and overall quality of life for residents.

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India's lacklustre showing at the Olympics has reignited discussions on the detrimental effects of political involvement in sports. Controversies involving key figures like Vinesh Phogat and former Wrestling Federation President Braj Bhushan Singh have shed light on the apparent interference in national sporting events. With just six medals and no golds to show for in a population of 1.4 billion, questions about the influence of politics on sports have come to the forefront once again.

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The Smart Cities Mission, launched in 2015, aimed to transform urban India into efficient, sustainable, and citizen-friendly hubs. However, seven years later, the initiative has failed to deliver, leaving cities grappling with chaos and disarray.

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The Agra Metro Rail Corporation conducted a successful anti-terror mock drill at the Taj Mahal Metro Station, in collaboration with the Security Staff and SSF personnel.

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