Whispers Forum

In India, the police consider themselves as a law unto themselves. Barring a few exceptions, the police officials do not like to be questioned, considering it an assault on their authority. Their understanding of the progressive measures / laws is poor and their worldview is limited to considering their own selves as supreme - investigator and jury roles merge in their perception. The training levels are poor and in certain situations, the pressures are extremely high. The response of the CPIO in this case is an indication of the ills which prevails.
Bhuvneshwari Kumari

Without formally recognizing the Taliban govt,India is engaging with an Afghan delegation led by its foreign minister. Paradoxical.It has also attracted the notice of the critics.However, there is a contrarian side to it.
Under compulsions of realpolitik, India is fully justified in using the talibans against Pakistan’s nefarious designs
TTP continued its attacks on Pakistan even while the Afghan foreign minister toured India.He also warned Pakistan from Indian soil.Pakistan and China are uneasy with the fast-changing geopolitical developments.
Only, the future will tell us whether India's stand had been in the right direction !The moot point is : Whether, the talibans, as Afghanistan’s ruling dispensation, would be India's long term strategic partner,especially when there are no permanent friends and permanent enemies in international politics.
A K Saxena (Former civil servant)

After several weeks of delivering trade shock after tariff bombardments, you have shown your Great sense of humour signing a WH photo with prime minister Narendra Modi in unctuous compliment “Mr Prime Minister you are great…”. Only you are capable of wrapping frighteningly serious matters in humour. I’m so amused to find another jewel from you in “highly respected President Xi ….”.Your critics might highlight your message in these words: “…he doesn’t want depression for his country, and neither do I. The US wants to help China, not hurt it!!! Critics of the Great are ever prompt to smear Great achievements, like the one you have done out of sheer jealousy, in bringing peace between Israel and Hamas! In the past too I had come across such infectious humour offering aid for reconstruction of a devastated country after carpet bombing for years. You’re always right, only if they tried to understand! Take the Nobel Prize for Peace as an example. Everyone seemed to think you have gone mad begging for a Nobel. You proved them so out of tune with your great Sense of Humour. I never thought even for a moment that you won’t know such a simple piece of wisdom. I knew you were exposing earlier recipients such as Barack Hussein Obama and Malala Yousafzai, who contributed nothing like what you have done for peace by enforcing the Gaza Peace Plan. Osama’s whereabouts were known to the American establishment for several years but still they spent several billions of the American tax payers’ money in hunting for him (was it 80:20 between A & P agents?). You don’t need no Noble as you are already known as the Great POTUS of MAGA. You knew it for certain that India did not stop firing because of your mediation, but who can deny that Pakistan indeed obeyed you and surrendered to India because you severely reprimanded them for the terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam without your prior approval and humiliated them worse than Zelensky. As an act of atonement for being incalcitrant, they recommended you for the award of Nobel For Peace to get pardon from you, which you granted being Great, but not without wrapping it in humour: a first in world military history, you made a defeated Army Chief a Field Marshal of Pakistan! One thing I know, if the Gaza Peace really gets established you will be remembered as a Great POTUS when nobody will even care to find if you were keen on that piece of gold!
M L Gupta

In my humble opinion, before passing the IAS, if they have a stint in the real private corporate world, it would be an invaluable experience in goals and achievement oriented performance, since it's in the corporate world that accountability lessons are truly learnt as profit oriented companies teach how to envision goals .
Achala Prasad
Sabka sath aur sabka vishwas
How long will such destructive practices continue? Instead I would suggest having a selection committee chairperson from the BC group and out of the remaining, members should be promoted to gender-based with proportional population participation. This suggestion shall ensure sabka sath sabka vishwash aur sabka vishwas .
G Mukesh

The Snake Chasing Effect is a metaphorical term that describes a self-perpetuating or self-defeating cycle, where an individual continuously reacts to behavior emanating usually from outside, often worsening the original problem. Though not a formally recognized psychological term, the phrase is used in behavioral science, business and mental health contexts to describe patterns of reactive behavior that loop back onto themselves.
The parable of the snake chasing effect goes something like – once upon a time, a person was walking through the woods when he stumbled across a snake in the center of his path. The snake lashes out and bites him without warning, then turns and slithers away down the path. Obviously, the man feels the sharp pain of the bite and the venom coursing through his leg. Fortunately, he is close to the village, so if he had just walked back and got the wound treated, he would have been fine. But he felt the anger and resentment built inside him resultantly he questioned to himself “Why did the snake do that to me? That is not right. I am going to get revenge.” He started chasing the snake down the path, but as he pursued the snake, the venom took hold and he collapsed and died.
The story offers a powerful lesson, which you might call the ‘Snake Chasing Effect’. In life, you are going to get bitten by a snake every now and then. In society, we have so many dangerous, insipid people who are no less than a venomous snake. Someone betrays you. A so-called friend lets you down. A coworker takes credit for your work. You do not get rewarded for your work. The initial wound hurts – but it is survivable. If you take care of yourself, walk back to the village and treat the wound, you will be fine. Walking back to the village means just adopting the attitude of forgive and forget and leave the rest to one’s karma. But how often do you do the exact opposite? The internal voice starts a not so familiar outburst - How could they do this to me? I am going to take revenge and get back at them. Thus, you start chasing the snake down the path, seeking your revenge. You obsess over the betrayal, the unfairness and the injustice.
The real damage is not from the bite itself, but from your reaction to it. The real damage comes when you chase the snake. Nelson Mandela said it beautifully, “Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemy.” The Snake Chasing Effect is a reminder that the wisest response to harm is not retaliation or obsession, but restoration. Do not give the snake more power over you than it has. Focus on healing, not hurting. Tend to your wound, mend your garden and stay blessed forever.
The Snake Chasing Effect serves as a vivid reminder of how easily we can become trapped in our own responses, mistaking reaction for resolution. Whether in our minds, relationships or institutions, recognizing and stepping out of these loops is essential for real progress. By breaking the cycle, we allow ourselves to move forward, rather than just spinning in circles.
Subbiah Sridhar

Love-hate bond between England & India In human history, there seems to be no other example of a very strong love-hate bonding between the UK (England in short as it is addressed) and India. Love for the qualities of His Majesty’s servants, hate for the conduct against the perceived qualities of those servants, who took to barbarism. Great Britain not only lost the empire because of those servants of the Crown but a potential best friend in the world. It is time for the UK to critique its attitude to India since 1947, which was an unwise continuation of pre-1947 mentality. Should the UK not have been India’s friendliest trade partner in these more than 7 decades? The British had the most valuable information about India, an ancient, big, culturally rich and oldest knowledge society. The Americans never had that kind of knowledge on India. Most European countries had bits of information. All of them generally suffered coloured view of India and Indians. Their view, perception and even understanding was tainted by petty missionary campaigns and narrow-mindedness. Politically they were heavily wagered on communal divide in India. They encouraged partition of India, under the illusion that it would serve their national interests in future, believing that a small nation will be loyal to them forever or at least many decades. They ended up laying down the foundation of terrorism in the world, which has harmed the UK like none other, not even America, as its Prime Minister has been living a life of a protected witness in a crime after operation Iraq. Had they acknowledged the power of non-violence advocated by Mahatma Gandhi, the world would have been different today. Humanity today is threatened with an imminent atomic war any time! The UK has lost another valuable opportunity to mend ways by strengthening the Commonwealth apparatus. However, I am on another issue today. The UK is the repository of valuable information on India. If it corrects its attitude to India from an Empire-Colony framework to two Great Nations and Two Great Friends it can have the most beneficial Trade Agreement now. It is now or never! The UK Leadership must listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi respectfully to evoke equal respect from Indians, who are bound by the strange kind of love-hate bonding I am discussing. If they err now, Indians are bound to give up on them. The reason is that Indo-UK relations are 90% intellectual and 10% trade etc. India-UK relations in this spirit can make the UK one of the most liked nations in the world, unlike the long list of hated ones.
M L Gupta

The kingmaker in the Bihar Election 2025 is likely to be either Chirag Paswan or Prashant Kishor, according to current trends. Both leaders have been gaining popularity and could potentially influence the outcome of the election.
- Chirag Paswan As the leader of the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP), Chirag has been building his base among Dalit voters and has shown impressive performance in recent elections. His alliance with the BJP and his proximity to Prime Minister Narendra Modi could make him a crucial player.
- Prashant Kishor A seasoned political strategist turned politician, Kishor has been working tirelessly to build his Jan Suraaj Party. His grassroots campaign and focus on development and governance issues have resonated with many voters, particularly the youth. Kishor's ability to attract voters beyond caste lines could make him a key factor in the election.
The outcome of the election will depend on various factors, including caste dynamics, voter turnout, and the performance of individual parties.
Satish Jain

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), founded in 1925 by KB Hedgewar, has played a vital role in shaping India’s social and cultural fabric. From its inception, RSS emphasized nation first, self later, instilling discipline, service, and pride in Indian heritage among its members through daily shakhas (local gatherings). During the Partition in 1947, the RSS stood at the forefront, rescuing and rehabilitating victims irrespective of communities, proving its commitment to social harmony.
RSS has contributed to preserving India’s territorial integrity by assisting in integrating Kashmir, Goa, and Dadra-Nagar Haveli. Its volunteers supported the Indian Army and managed refugee relief during conflicts, showcasing strong patriotic service. The organization was also a backbone of resistance during the 1975 Emergency, defending constitutional values.
Beyond conflict zones, the RSS has focused on empowering marginalized groups, including tribal communities in remote regions, nurturing their culture and languages often neglected by others. The RSS promotes unity in diversity, fighting divisiveness and separatism.
In recent times, the RSS has been actively involved in community service, like reviving hospitals during the Covid-19 pandemic. Its emphasis on character-building and selfless service reflects its mission of nation-building beyond politics.
As PM Modi said, the RSS’s century-long devotion has been crucial in awakening pride and fostering harmony, making it a cornerstone of India’s collective strength and identity.
Neha Tiwari