The Charismatic Leader: Why the Masses Follow, How Power Corrupts, and How Leaders Fall Throughout history, societies have repeatedly produced leaders who possess an extraordinary ability to attract, persuade and mobilize large numbers of people. Some become national heroes and democratic statesmen; others become populists, authoritarians or dictators. The striking feature is that many of… Continue reading The Charismatic Leader: Why the Masses Follow, How Power Corrupts…
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Religion, Democracy and Development: What Happens When Faith Enters Governance?
Magna Carta (1215), helped establish limits on arbitrary royal power and the idea that rulers are under law. Its first clause protected the freedom of the English Church. Over centuries this contributed—along with broader medieval church-state tensions, the Reformation, to the modern principle of separating religious authority from civil governance. The American Constitution (especially the… Continue reading Religion, Democracy and Development: What Happens When Faith Enters Governance?
Education is one of the greatest foundations of a nation’s development, prosperity, and survival. It equips citizens with knowledge, critical thinking, scientific temper, and the skills required to build a strong economy. Every developed nation has invested heavily in educating its people because an educated population is more productive, innovative, and capable of holding its… Continue reading
The Invaders
History has an unforgiving memory. It changes the faces, the costumes, and the slogans, but it seldom changes the script. Yesterday’s invaders arrived on horseback with swords drawn. Today’s invaders may arrive draped in the national flag, clutching the Constitution in one hand while quietly hollowing it out with the other. The destination remains the… Continue reading The Invaders
Karbala’s Inspiration to Iran
The Sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussein at Karbala: Principles, Martyrdom, and Universal Legacy Hazrat Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), stands as one of the most revered figures in Islamic history. His stand against Yazid ibn Muawiya and the events of the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE… Continue reading Karbala’s Inspiration to Iran
Masoom Shaheed (Innocents Martyerd)
Get ready, we will get late my little sister, we will miss the bus. My teacher is a monster.” “ok, let us go. Your friend is all praise for the teacher.” “She is not my friend, she is the teacher’s flunky.” The bus arrives. “Hey come sit here.Not you but your sister!” Laughter and snickering… Continue reading Masoom Shaheed (Innocents Martyerd)
Principle, Courage, Loyalty, Resistance and Sacrifice – meet Karbala-Part II
It is the first ten days of Muharram, that hold profound significance for Shia Muslims, as they leave every form of comfort and entertainment and join in the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein ibn Ali (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. Members of families who… Continue reading Principle, Courage, Loyalty, Resistance and Sacrifice – meet Karbala-Part II
Echoes from the Tragedy of Karbala – Part – I
Eighty winters have settled upon these bones, each leaving its chafe, yet none could extinguish the warmth kindled decades ago in the hushed, lantern-lit spaces of the *Imambargah*. Participating in the mourning of Moharram since my earliest memories – the scent of rosewater and incense clinging to my child's clothes, the rhythmic thrum of *matham*… Continue reading Echoes from the Tragedy of Karbala – Part – I
A delightful experience
For most ex Georgians, me included, the month of December every year gives them an opportunity to meet in their Alma Mata and live for a short period in the School that has offered them the sweetest era in their life span. They mingle and jingle with their classmates in the same mode and style… Continue reading A delightful experience
Thorns & Roses
We served the nation in peace and war, both in times of conflict and in periods of peace our contributions have often been overshadowed or forgotten or just conveniently remembered. It is mostly we, who remember the sacrifices made, the courage displayed and the unwavering commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice. Yet, as… Continue reading Thorns & Roses
Impressions, Perceptions and Views. 