Thought Factory

THOUGHT FACTORY: BOMBAY IN THE ARMS OF THE NIGHT 2.0

Sharad Raj remembers the vibrant yet gritty nights of 90s Mumbai, reflecting on its transformation from a city of contrasts to a sanitized facade masking systemic displacement...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: EULOGIES IN THE POST TRUTH ERA

Reflecting on the legacies of Shyam Benegal and Manmohan Singh: Sharad Raj navigates hyperbolic tributes, nuanced critiques, and the socio-political transformations that defin...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A YEAR OF STORIES, SHIFTS, AND SOLIDARITY

"2024: A year of cinematic triumphs, societal challenges, and the unyielding spirit of dissent, reminding us of the power of stories to unite, inspire, and confront systemic b...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A VISIONARY LEADER AND ECONOMIST

Dr. Manmohan Singh, India’s transformative economist and statesman, leaves behind a legacy of integrity, visionary reforms, and inclusive development, shaping modern Ind...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: THE ALPHA PUP

"Decoding Kids' Pester Power: Exploring Their Influence on Consumer Decisions and the Challenges for Marketers in a Digital Era." Monoji Lahiri examines the challenges & o...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: MEMORIES OF A LEGEND

Remembering Shyam Benegal: A visionary filmmaker who redefined Indian cinema with his pioneering stories, humility, and unwavering support for independent voices that continue...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: WHEN INSTITUTIONS FAIL, ART SUFFERS

When cultural institutions compromise artistic integrity due to bureaucratic interference, creative expression weakens, and a nation's cultural identity is inevitably at risk ...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: A CLOSE ENCOUNTER WITH BELA BHATIA

Championing justice, Bela Bhatia’s inspiring work in conflict zones, and her book India’s Forgotten Country: A View From the Margins, highlights her unwavering com...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: CELEBRITIES AND RIGHT TO PRIVACY

From Mystique to Masses: How Modern Media Transformed Stardom into Spectacle. Monojit Lahiri explores the vanishing allure of celebrity mystique in today’s hyper-connect...

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THOUGHT FACTORY: PATRIARCHY DENIAL AND BLIND SPOTS

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s patriarchy denial stresses the need for a shift from hyped nationalism to inclusive patriotism, the need to demand accountability a...

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MAMATA BANERJEE FACES DEFINING BATTLE

Ranjan Dasgupta analyses Mamata Banerjee’s toughest electoral challenge in West Be...

April 21 2026

PROGRESSIVE WRITERS ASSOCIATION 90 YEARS

Progressive Writers Association 90 Years Mumbai by Prof. Dr. Avinash Kolhe examines the ...

April 20 2026

BHOOTH BANGLA REVIEW: MISSED COMIC HORROR

Arnab Banerjee examines Bhooth Bangla, dissecting its failed blend of horror and comedy,...

April 19 2026