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A Plea from the Heart: When Influencers Stay Silent

  Introduction This is not just a blog post — it is a cry for help. I, Anurag, have been battling the darkest phase of my life. Over the past two years, my world has fallen apart — emotionally, physically, and financially. My father was hospitalized due to a severe lung problem in September. Around the same time, my wife and I received the news that we were going to be parents. But rather than celebrating, we found ourselves crushed under hospital bills, job loss, and debt. I lost my job. I now work as a Domino's delivery person , making ₹22 per delivery — sometimes not even that. Our home is under threat of possession because we are unable to pay the EMIs. I have debts of over ₹40 lakhs , and I’m struggling every single day to hold on. When Help Was Needed, Silence Spoke Loudest Out of desperation and faith, I reached out to the influencers I looked up to . These are the people I followed for years. I laughed at their jokes, admired their journeys, watched every video, and ...

Caste Census in India: A Step Towards Justice or Division?

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  Introduction Caste has been an integral part of India's social fabric for centuries. While India has taken numerous steps to reduce caste-based discrimination and uplift marginalized communities, the debate around a caste census has once again brought this complex issue to the forefront. Is it a tool for social justice , or could it widen existing divides? This blog explores the significance, history, controversies, and implications of conducting a caste census in India. What is a Caste Census? A caste census involves collecting detailed data on the caste composition of the Indian population. While India conducts a decennial population census , the last full caste census was in 1931 (except for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, which are counted regularly). The demand for a full-scale caste census aims to provide accurate data on Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and other communities to ensure fair distribution of resources, representation, and benefits. Histori...